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I’m sure Franco’s on Queen Margaret Drive does (one of the many reincarnations of what was the old Crosslands of Trainspotting fame) Edit- shit sorry it’s the opposite end of kelvin hall subway - I’ve obv had too many pints already! by Barnboo28 (Fri 26th Jul 2019 3:02pm)

I’m going to download it and give it a try 🤞 by Barnboo28 (Fri 26th Jul 2019 3:07pm)

Aww man gutted to read this - my thoughts are with you and your poor wee cat - bloody bastards I swear I’d happily run over the type of person that could run over a cat and just carry on (or any type of animal cruelty!) I hope your ok and have lots of happy memories with your boy x by Barnboo28 (Sat 27th Jul 2019 3:13pm)

Does anyone know if the wee puppies are okay? Hating the news reports about the two pricks being arrested but no mention of the puppers. by Barnboo28 (Fri 23rd Aug 2019 12:08am)

Was kinda thinking that myself - it’s just so hard to know lol you can tell I’m a first time seller. Thanks for your reply 😀 by Barnboo28 (Fri 30th Aug 2019 11:34pm)

Thanks didn’t think of it like that - good luck with the house hunting! by Barnboo28 (Sat 31st Aug 2019 12:20am)

Nice - well done! It is always the bloody gears I struggle with so I might just do the same :-) turning 35 soon eeeeek! by Barnboo28 (Mon 2nd Sep 2019 12:39am)

Amazing I’ll get in touch - thank you so much x by Barnboo28 (Mon 2nd Sep 2019 11:42am)

Thanks I’ll check them out too x by Barnboo28 (Mon 2nd Sep 2019 11:48am)

Thank you and well done for passing first time 👍🏻 by Barnboo28 (Mon 2nd Sep 2019 11:48am)

Thanks for the advice - I am NOT good at roundabouts at the best of times so this is good to bear in mind! by Barnboo28 (Mon 2nd Sep 2019 11:47am)

😂 that’s amazing - are you loving driving now? by Barnboo28 (Mon 2nd Sep 2019 12:22pm)

Oh man there’s nothing worse than waiting for a takeaway and it being a disappointment! Can’t promise the meals will look like the picture but the two Chinese takeaways we like and have always had good food from are:- Zensation on Queen Margaret Drive is usually pretty good and available on Just Eat etc. [zensation ](https://www.tripadvisor.com/Restaurant_Review-g186534-d7210676-Reviews-Zensation-Glasgow_Scotland.html#travelerReviews) & New Orient Express [New Orient Express](https://www.neworientalexpress.co.uk) by Barnboo28 (Tue 3rd Sep 2019 2:55pm)

Without doubt the best pint of T I had was after doing the tour at the brewery - I think it’s unpasteurised so that’s why it’s so good. Still to try the citizen though. Another good one is the Ben Nevis. I do love asking for a pint of T in BrewDog just to get the scowl and utter disgust from the craft snobs 😂 honestly try it! by Barnboo28 (Thu 5th Sep 2019 8:04pm)

Shearer Candles are a great local company - factory in Govan which also does tours etc and you can smell all the candles in both of their shops [check out their website ](https://www.shearer-candles.com/en/sale-items) by Barnboo28 (Tue 10th Sep 2019 10:04pm)

Thank you so much for your reply and I’m so glad to hear your doing well. Apologies I really should have put in my op that I’m female - I still really appreciate you taking the time to reply though by Barnboo28 (Wed 11th Sep 2019 4:19pm)

Thank you - yeah I am female though I’m glad to see there are so many helpful male groups by Barnboo28 (Wed 11th Sep 2019 4:18pm)

Thank you I might give it a go x by Barnboo28 (Wed 11th Sep 2019 4:23pm)

Thank you x by Barnboo28 (Wed 11th Sep 2019 4:26pm)

Thank you x by Barnboo28 (Wed 11th Sep 2019 4:25pm)

Thank you - yeah I’ve used them in the past the counsellors are great and I’ve done the relaxation and stress management courses they offer. I’m looking for something I suppose a bit like AA or something (I’ve luckily not had any addiction problems so only know anecdotally but those I know find it a great help) for people struggling the same way as I do with trying to live a ‘normal’ life with the black dog constantly on my shoulder x by Barnboo28 (Wed 11th Sep 2019 4:39pm)

Thank you I’ll look it up now x by Barnboo28 (Wed 11th Sep 2019 4:42pm)

I’ve taken my cat on the subway in an over shoulder carrier it’s totally fine - she really didn’t like it though so if your wee cat is quite timid you might be better getting a taxi or bus. by Barnboo28 (Thu 26th Sep 2019 12:52pm)

It’s bloody scary isn’t it?! Do you think they had been watching the person then and planned snatching the dog? I’m glad they didn’t get him and hope the poor man recovers. Hope your partner and pooch stay safe xx by Barnboo28 (Thu 26th Sep 2019 5:42pm)

What??? If this still exists and serves Tennents without a doubt that would be the best pub in Scotland 😁 by Barnboo28 (Sat 28th Sep 2019 7:56pm)

And you didn’t get a picture??? Are we in the 1980s?🙄😋 by Barnboo28 (Sun 29th Sep 2019 1:09am)

Totally agree and hope the sick fuck that got jailed last week for torturing cats and other small animals with his dogs ( he apparently bought over 50 cats from gumtree) gets his comeuppance in jail by Barnboo28 (Tue 8th Oct 2019 2:59pm)

Thank you! I’m not too concerned and really like the house so I think I’ll just take the risk don’t want to really go to the expense of a full survey though I know if anything goes wrong it’ll be more expensive in the long run but life is a big risk anyway isn’t it?! by Barnboo28 (Fri 28th Feb 2020 11:29am)

Thank you! by Barnboo28 (Fri 28th Feb 2020 11:31am)

Yeah that’s the one - the properties affected are all on crusader avenue - in 2011 some got compensation. The report is pretty vague and is saying there’s little risk but that they insure it for £50000. Do you like the area? by Barnboo28 (Fri 28th Feb 2020 11:38am)

Thanks so much for this advice I will go and have a proper look. by Barnboo28 (Fri 28th Feb 2020 11:46am)

It’s in the 100s thanks so much for advice :-) by Barnboo28 (Fri 28th Feb 2020 9:08pm)

Thanks so much coz I didn’t even think about that! Previous sale fell through so wondering if that’s why! by Barnboo28 (Fri 28th Feb 2020 9:07pm)

Eeeek this is a bit scary! Yeah it’s deffo there that the claims were made oh man 🙈 by Barnboo28 (Fri 28th Feb 2020 9:06pm)

Thanks so much I will by Barnboo28 (Fri 28th Feb 2020 9:13pm)

It’s north kelvinside we are selling our flat in (lovely one bedroom tenement if anyone interested 😜) great area - do you miss it? Nothing came up about coalfields when we bought or now but can’t be far away by Barnboo28 (Fri 28th Feb 2020 9:13pm)

Your right I think that is what happened it’s deffo same house :-) we love it so I think gonna take the risk and conclude missives - will give you a shout if we sell 😜you having any luck finding anywhere? Houses in that area seem to sell in matter of weeks by Barnboo28 (Fri 28th Feb 2020 9:10pm)

Same here we were just lucky with this one - we saw one on pike man road last year that went for £30k over home report value - think it was offers over £139k with home report £160k and sold for £189k just crazy!!! We’ve looked at a few that were reasonably priced but needed a lot of work - and even they have gone for much more. I’m not too sure about further out that way - we were originally thinking about going as far as Clydebank people give mixed reviews but same as everywhere good bits and bad bits - I don’t know it well enough to comment. 🤞🤞🤞 you find somewhere soon - I never used to understand why people said this is so stressful - I do now!!! by Barnboo28 (Fri 28th Feb 2020 11:11pm)

Thank you so much I will 😀 by Barnboo28 (Sat 29th Feb 2020 10:08am)

Thank you for this - so so helpful really appreciate it 😀 by Barnboo28 (Sat 29th Feb 2020 10:10am)

Both Brewdogs are definitely doggy friendly also Ben Nevis in Finnieston, Ubiquitous Chip Ashton Lane. You should have a wee look here [DugsNPubs](https://www.dugswelcome.com) enjoy your 🍻 with your 🐶 by Barnboo28 (Mon 2nd Mar 2020 10:16am)

It’s because we don’t pay enough council tax (!!!!!) seriously raging that the state of the roads are getting worse - don’t even get me started on the bins and now we have the pleasure of paying even more!!!! The anger is real! by Barnboo28 (Mon 2nd Mar 2020 10:20am)

She’s obviously frustrated at the poor wee thing but it’s not it’s fault. Maybe she hadn’t got any experience of training (& I know how frustrating it is when they are young and ignore you) but shouting at any dog just gets them more excited or anxious (as most dog trainers/behaviourists would agree). Maybe you could have a word with her? Not mentioning the dog but say you hear her shouting sometimes and it’s really distracting when your working? If you witness any physical abuse though call Sspca straight away. by Barnboo28 (Thu 5th Mar 2020 5:43pm)

What area are you in? by Barnboo28 (Thu 5th Mar 2020 5:56pm)

Thought this might be of interest... https://www.change.org/p/boris-johnson-call-to-the-government-to-support-uk-s-hospitality-industry-through-the-coronavirus-crisis-1d701225-9896-4089-a0fc-ce6ffde93203 by Barnboo28 (Tue 17th Mar 2020 3:12pm)

Happy to help if you need another female voice (though I’m originally from the highlands I’ve lived here for 18 years and get told I sound Glaswegian) if I can be used happy for you to PM me either way good luck 😀 by Barnboo28 (Fri 20th Mar 2020 11:46am)

Yes! Wondered what was going on, nothing mentioned so far on the usual news sources. I’m so nosy now a days! by Barnboo28 (Wed 22nd Apr 2020 11:51am)

What subjects are they? I’m studying psychology just now so if relevant I’d take them off your hands at a safe distance of course 😀 happily give a donation to your charity of choice by Barnboo28 (Mon 27th Apr 2020 11:25pm)

Thanks not really much use to me - hope you get them rehomed 😀 by Barnboo28 (Tue 28th Apr 2020 4:11pm)

Knew nothing about this - thanks for sharing 😃 by Barnboo28 (Sat 9th May 2020 4:01pm)

Homegrown face masks? Just wondering if anyone knows of any Scottish companies that are selling either disposable or reusable face masks? Thought I better actually invest in some so would be even better if I’m helping (in a small way albeit) local companies. Thanks for any reply and hope your all ok ❤️ by Barnboo28 (Thu 14th May 2020 4:46pm)

Would definitely second this, really good service and price by Barnboo28 (Thu 14th May 2020 4:55pm)

Thank you that’s great x by Barnboo28 (Thu 14th May 2020 9:16pm)

This is so horrible for you and your family I’m so sorry for you all ❤️ I agree with the other comment I don’t think anyone would begrudge you safely seeing your mum. Please be kind to yourself - I know your focus is on helping your mum through this time but it’s heartbreaking for you too and it’s okay to feel sad and even hard done by as the circumstances are beyond sh*t! Sounds like your wee granny is very loved and she will know that xxx by Barnboo28 (Tue 19th May 2020 1:36pm)

Have you tried calling dogs trust? They have a small selection of certain dogs that are able to be rehomed just now (although that’s only if you have a garden). Dogs are amazing and I recommend there’s one for everyone out there BUT without sounding like a patronising prick please make sure you’ve thought about how much of a commitment they are (I know, I know but honestly I’ve had dogs my whole life and even on occasion I’m like ‘phew it must be like having a child - no offence to anyone meant!) WFH will mean your there but what about holidays etc. It’s all totally do able and they enhance your life so worth it! I know that throughout this dogs trust have still been taking dogs in and are seriously worried about the long term repercussions of people getting dogs and then giving them up, so they are preparing for an influx in a few months. My honest advice would be to contact Dogs Trust directly potentially even to foster a dog throughout this period? Again I’m sure the rules for this are you need a garden. Not sure what the SSPCA rules are but although they are not rehoming right now they may also be able to help you. Maybe next week when big Nicola announces the lockdown exit strategy the rehoming might be allowed to start again. Hope this helps - my advice is to get a rescue because there are so many out there and buying a dog right now is against lockdown rules (and I’d assume wouldn’t be able to see a vet for jabs etc) so any for sale are prob a bit dodgy. Good luck - let us know when you get one 🐶 by Barnboo28 (Wed 20th May 2020 5:18pm)

Happy Birthday! Don’t worry about age - it’s just a number. What’s important is that your ok - you’ve survived this pandemic and staying positive - even asking for positive messages is a positive ;-) Just looked up song that was number one on day you were born - Adamski Killer - nice! Now crack open some beers and get that tune blasting and have a bloody good day :-) by Barnboo28 (Thu 28th May 2020 12:02pm)

I am wondering the same thing - we’ve been looking at Baldwin Avenue would love any feedback? After living in tenements for years I’m scared of the security side but that being said we live in maryhill just now (well in estate agents talk ‘north Kelvinside’ but we are right on the cusp - back of botanics but can see the wyndford from our flat) Is Knightwood a step up? According to the simd it is but would love to hear from people who live in the area by Barnboo28 (Sat 20th Jun 2020 2:33pm)

Thank you x by Barnboo28 (Sun 21st Jun 2020 11:26am)

Thank you x by Barnboo28 (Sun 21st Jun 2020 11:25am)

I was wondering about this as well, saw just a tiny bit on the STV news website about it and it got me worried too. It’s not that any other rape or attack is less important but this one being at 1.30pm (basically lunch time break time) in a nice bit of the city centre is seriously scary. I really hope the poor lady gets the help she needs and the attacker is caught quickly. Stay safe everyone ❤️ by Barnboo28 (Fri 26th Jun 2020 12:03pm)

That’s so scary - I’ve always felt pretty safe during the day in the city on lunch breaks in the past. It must be the shady people have taken over since lockdown - would be good to see more police patrols about I’m sure. Stay safe ❤️ Ps if I’ve felt a bit scared I’ve taken a body spray out of my bag ready to spray in any attackers eyes! by Barnboo28 (Fri 26th Jun 2020 12:08pm)

This is brilliant, really well shot and edited. The soundtrack is perfect - noticeable enough without overpowering the visual content. You have an amazing skill mate - will deffo keep an eye out for future work of yours 👍🏻 Ps nice dancing too 😜 by Barnboo28 (Sat 27th Jun 2020 12:21pm)

Please be very careful as well as due to the demand (throughout covid) the puppy and kitten farm ‘industry’ (scumbags!) are making a fortune and attempting to look like genuine sellers now more than ever. There’s been numerous news articles about this recently and it’s heartbreaking the way the animals are treated. Obviously it’s difficult still to request to meet the parents of the puppy or kitten but if you do find one at a reasonable price please be cautious and if possible request to see the baby with it’s mother. They do try and fool you by showing pictures (usually these aren’t the actual animals) so if you can’t go to the property request they do a wee video for you. For adoption - the rescue centres are usually cautious about kitten and puppy enquiries and want to make extra sure your suitable (to avoid having them returned), they often only give them to people who physically visit the centre and have already enquired about an older animal. I know that seems unfair but its done with the best intention for the welfare of the animal. Just on a wee side note the sspca and cats protection league both have indoor cats available at the moment but they are a bit older. Hope you manage to get one - it will be worth the searching x by Barnboo28 (Sun 5th Jul 2020 3:00pm)

Omg I know what you mean, I just lost my wee cat in January and I’m so grateful to have had my dog throughout to get me through. (I was lucky my cat was a rescue , got her when she was 8 and she was 20 when she died) Try contacting this charity too https://help2rehome.com My friend got 2 cats through this in January (they are 5 though) but they are amazing ragdolls by Barnboo28 (Sun 5th Jul 2020 3:20pm)

I’ve never even thought of adopting one with FIV what a good idea, do you know if it’s ok/transferable to dogs? by Barnboo28 (Mon 6th Jul 2020 9:02pm)

Thanks for sharing - have claimed mine 🍻 by Barnboo28 (Wed 8th Jul 2020 11:58am)

Thanks so much for replying- good luck in your search hope you get a place soon by Barnboo28 (Fri 10th Jul 2020 2:50pm)

Thanks! Oh man I feel your pain - hope you get a place soon! by Barnboo28 (Sat 11th Jul 2020 11:09am)

Thanks! Going back on the market on Tuesday! by Barnboo28 (Sat 11th Jul 2020 11:08am)

Thanks! Enjoy your new flat - and the £ saving! by Barnboo28 (Sat 11th Jul 2020 11:08am)

Thank you - enjoy your new flat by Barnboo28 (Sat 11th Jul 2020 11:11am)

Thank you - you’ve all given me the confidence to get it back on the market! I have nothing to lose at this stage. by Barnboo28 (Sat 11th Jul 2020 11:10am)

I used music magpie a couple of years ago to get rid of my dvds (I had I think about 100) some will be worth 1p but you might get a few that are worth a bit more and it all adds up! From memory it was pretty straight forward - downloaded the app then scanned bar codes, once sent think it only took a few days and I got about £80. Good luck! by Barnboo28 (Wed 15th Jul 2020 3:34pm)

Thanks - had to use them as I used Purplebricks (or pay £300 surcharge to use another solicitor). I’m not sure if it’s just a bad/ inexperienced person maybe. Sooo stressful! by Barnboo28 (Wed 15th Jul 2020 8:08pm)

It’s a great wee bit (I’ve lived on Garrioch road between botanics and big Tesco for 17 years). As with any big city there’s a mixture of folk but overall everyone is pretty decent - your really close to transport links (buses are frequent maryhill road) and 15mins walk to subway. Queen Margaret Drive and Byres road both have a great selection of cafes and the latter loads of pubs. The botanic gardens are lovely and it’s handy to walk in from kelvin walkway. Hopefully you’ll love it! by Barnboo28 (Wed 15th Jul 2020 8:05pm)

Our initial offer from buyer contained what we have now been told an unusual clause and should never have been accepted (this is verbatim from YC even though it was one of their colleagues that dealt with it initially). We’ve had four ‘case managers’ - to be fair this had probably been at least partly due to covid. But all in all we’ve had no advice, have to constantly chase, get asked for information that has already been sent (worryingly title deeds). We’ve now lost two house sales due to their incompetence in getting our sale completed (the buyer has been trying to complete since June 29th) I’ve complained to most recent case manager who was already pretty rude, so now it’s like pulling teeth! Now having to escalate to Legal Complaints Commission. Sorry for long reply! by Barnboo28 (Wed 15th Jul 2020 10:03pm)

Love a Dobbies scone - they are nice but... without doubt THE best place in Glasgow for a scone is Williams cafe on Queen Margaret Drive (im a teuchter who was brought up on various home baking and love a good scone so think I’m a good judge 😂) by Barnboo28 (Fri 24th Jul 2020 2:43pm)

I’m in the g20 area too and moved from Woodside doctors (because my gp retired and I didn’t gel with his replacement) to Maryhill health centre - Red Practice a couple of years ago and I really liked them. I’ve had long term mental health issues and I’ve found my gp (Dr Leslie) really helpful, he has referred me for psychotherapy (though I’m still on the waiting list). They have shawpark resource centre within them which is the kind of first stage of help, I’m sure you would get a referral from them no problem. It’s so hard isn’t it? Well done for reaching out ❤️ [Red Practice ](https://www.themaryhillredpractice.co.uk/contact1.aspx) by Barnboo28 (Sun 2nd Aug 2020 11:47am)

It’s not a cafe but brewdog Kelvingrove is open and has decent WiFi and dear green coffee which is lovely. Doesn’t open until 12 though by Barnboo28 (Mon 3rd Aug 2020 12:13am)

I put my one bedroom flat in north Kelvinside (literally a mixture between maryhill and west end location) on the market in February - got loads of viewings and accepted an offer within two weeks then covid hit, everything was put on hold, long story short the buyer pulled out last Tuesday, we put it back on the market Wednesday and got an offer on Friday. I would say put it on the market - especially with it being a two bedroom and in a good location. The only downside is depending on where you are looking to move too - I think house prices have gone through the roof due to people in flats wanting gardens and more space. Pros:- good time to sell for students (parents buying for kids and buy to let landlords snapping places up), market is definitely healthy so you’ll get a good price, no stamp duty Cons:- depends how you feel about people being in your flat/enforcing face mask wearing, if your looking to buy a house it’s incredibly competitive just now and you may need to pay a bit more to secure a house (whereas flats in good areas tend not to lose too much market value) by Barnboo28 (Fri 7th Aug 2020 8:32pm)

I think it depends on the house or flat - I’m in a tenement flat in north Kelvinside and years ago we had a sky dish up (I’ve since moved to virgin) and there were no issues! Hopefully it’ll be same for you by Barnboo28 (Tue 11th Aug 2020 10:01am)

No way? I thought they were a nice family run wee business??? Hate places that treat people badly and get away with it. by Barnboo28 (Tue 11th Aug 2020 10:07am)

Avoid Harvey Let’s - don’t deal with any issues we were left without heating for ten days in winter and a leaking washing machine by Barnboo28 (Thu 13th Aug 2020 2:43pm)

Absolutely AVOID Your Conveyancer as another post said - I’m currently dealing with them and it is an awful experience- they are so incompetent that I have complained to their ‘complaints manager’ - that was three weeks ago and I have heard nothing. If it wasn’t that I’m desperate for the sale to go through and avoid further delays I would pull the plug and go with another Conveyancer regardless of cost! Only reason I went with YC is Purplebricks make you pay a fee of £300 if your selling through them and don’t go with (YC) However must second the recommendation for Conveyancing Direct - my friend has used them three times and highly recommends (& he’s very particular haha!) by Barnboo28 (Thu 13th Aug 2020 2:41pm)

Thanks mate - it’s got so bad since yesterday I’ve decided to change to a new solicitor so onwards and upwards 🤞 Good luck with your sale and finding a great new home 👍🏻 by Barnboo28 (Fri 14th Aug 2020 10:12am)

Good idea 💡 Brew Dog Merchant City is one by Barnboo28 (Fri 14th Aug 2020 10:18am)

Woop woop about time! Your going to love it! by Barnboo28 (Fri 14th Aug 2020 10:16am)

I know this isn’t exactly what you asked for but if you do end up going down the estate agent route avoid using Purplebricks. I went with them because I liked the flat fee and online platform but it has been awful - for example it took three days for an official offer to be emailed from them to my solicitor (there’s many more things I could highlight). I knew from research that you either get great service or rubbish so it’s a 50/50 chance but my god being in the bad 50 has been beyond stressful so avoid avoid avoid! Also why not get a couple of valuations done (they are free of charge) Clyde property and Pacitti Jones both offer them pretty quickly from what I’ve heard. That could give you an inclination of how much your property is worth then contact a couple of the buy quick companies and see what they say. Where is your flat? by Barnboo28 (Fri 14th Aug 2020 7:53pm)

Wow that’s interesting to hear! I would avoid them completely- they basically sign you up and then your left in limbo. Disappointing to hear they don’t even carry out viewings professionally - don’t know why I’m surprised though! Good luck in selling your place by Barnboo28 (Fri 14th Aug 2020 11:10pm)

Thanks - total newbie at DIY (when bought flat it was all newly done ) so don’t even know where to start, I’ve seen B & Q do free design layouts so I could always start there and then get local quotes by Barnboo28 (Mon 24th Aug 2020 6:36pm)

Yeah your right might be an idea - thanks 😊 by Barnboo28 (Mon 24th Aug 2020 8:33pm)

Thanks I’ll have a wee look and see if I can find that - oops probably should have done that first! by Barnboo28 (Mon 24th Aug 2020 8:32pm)

Thanks so much for this - I’ll look them up. Haha love a fellow maddie too! by Barnboo28 (Mon 24th Aug 2020 10:26pm)

Thanks so much - that’s great advice 😀 by Barnboo28 (Tue 25th Aug 2020 10:10am)

Second all of the above - have just bought and sold a place, solicitors won’t charge you for submitting offers and you’ll be billed at the end of your purchase. Definitely go with someone that has been recommended as I’ve had a terrible experience with a company ( that I had to use through Purplebricks) I ended up having to go to another solicitor who has done more in a week than they did in five months (Alison Grandison, Urquharts Edinburgh - absolutely incredible service but might not be ideal for buying in South side Glasgow) by Barnboo28 (Wed 26th Aug 2020 3:46pm)

I’m definitely up for that! by Barnboo28 (Sat 29th Aug 2020 11:06am)

Killermont Polo Club is usually pretty yummy - ah man I’m hungry now! by Barnboo28 (Sun 30th Aug 2020 10:58pm)

I just sold my one bedroom tiny flat in maryhill/north Kelvinside for £120k, home report price. I put fixed price as I didn’t want to muck people about or be mucked about. It’s bloody difficult buying - viewed a house that was valued at £160,000 and it sold for £189k - mental! Honestly the best thing you can do is 1) set yourself a limit and try your hardest to stick to it - it’s really easy to let yourself heart rule your head once you start looking! 2) research the area you fancy - for us we had no idea where to live or where we could afford all we knew was we wanted a house with a garden. I was totally overwhelmed by all the different areas in Glasgow (even though I have lived here for over 18 years lol!). Anyway because we were in the west end (albeit maryhill really) we settled on knightswood as it was within our budget and wouldn’t be a massive lifestyle change. 3) Most sellers are keen to exchange quickly and will even take a lower offer sometimes - this is what gave us the advantage in getting our house (although then the dreaded covid struck but that’s a whole other story!) Life is tooo short to get yourself caught up in all the madness of house buying and selling - it took me three years to finally pluck up the courage to do it and then the bloody covid struck. People will say wait as the market will slow and you’ll get more for your money (which is probably true) but if your heart is telling you, you want or need somewhere bigger or just different then take the chance. Good luck x by Barnboo28 (Fri 4th Sep 2020 1:32pm)

They do seem to just pass by us quite happily - not remotely going for us or the dog. Just a bit worried about any impact on the house - don’t know if they cause issues with woodwork etc by Barnboo28 (Fri 4th Sep 2020 6:25pm)

Thanks so much for your advice - I’ll just wait and see what happens, hate the thought of killing them for no reason and the wood is a bit worn anyway so I don’t think they will do any harm. They are quite cute in a way, literally just fly past my leg don’t seem too bothered by us. by Barnboo28 (Fri 4th Sep 2020 8:42pm)

Enjoy your day x by Barnboo28 (Sat 5th Sep 2020 12:39pm)

It’s not the best area but by far not the worst, maybe a ten minute walk to Queen Margaret Drive where there is a good pub and another five/ten minute walk to Byres Road and Ashton Lane which is fab and has everything- pubs, restaurants shops etc. My friend lives in Mayfield Street just near Ruchill park in the new builds and really likes it, your close to the big Tesco for your shopping too (five minute walk). Like everywhere in Glasgow there will be some ‘undesirables’ wombling about but in my experience that area is pretty fine. That being said I’m female and probably wouldn’t want to walk alone about there too late at night (but I wouldn’t want to anywhere really) Good luck in your new job :-) by Barnboo28 (Sat 5th Sep 2020 12:37pm)

Thanks :-) always like to go with any personal recommendations coz google and gumtree etc can be a bit of a risk by Barnboo28 (Mon 14th Sep 2020 9:49pm)

Thanks that’s a good deal, it’s not really that it’s just I’ll prob only need it a couple of times before packing it away for winter and as my dads got a spare one anyway I could save some pennies. Cheers for the advice tho :-) by Barnboo28 (Mon 14th Sep 2020 9:48pm)

Thanks will give it a try by Barnboo28 (Mon 14th Sep 2020 9:46pm)

Thanks I’ll look him up 😀 by Barnboo28 (Mon 14th Sep 2020 11:13pm)

Thanks :-) by Barnboo28 (Tue 15th Sep 2020 10:14pm)

Suppose I’m not a total novice, have plumbed in washing machines and replaced taps etc. I was thinking about giving it a go but I’m worried about majorly f***ing it up and flooding the place haha! I don’t mind paying an expert to do it but I just don’t have a clue how much is reasonable to pay by Barnboo28 (Thu 17th Sep 2020 11:09pm)

I got this exact thing done a couple of years ago using Cfast instead of Invisalign ( it’s basically the same in that it works really quickly - just under two months for me - it’s clear braces and then a metal retainer fixed permanently at the back to stop teeth moving back). Think it was about six years ago and my teeth still look good ( I was super self conscious my whole life and now people complement my teeth which is still weird to me lol) I know Devonshire dental in hyndland do it - I got mine done in Halo on Annfield place in Dennistoun but the dentist I used has moved so not sure what their like anymore. There’s also lots of finance options available through dentists - if there’s one available with 0% interest that’s a good option for something like this. They will try to up sell you whitening treatment after I’m sure but you can always decline that. by Barnboo28 (Thu 24th Sep 2020 5:35pm)

Thank you so much - I’ll get in touch with them too! by Barnboo28 (Tue 29th Sep 2020 3:18pm)

Thanks so much I’ll look him up! Have never felt so hopeless thought getting a few quotes would make things easier but the price differences is massive and with no terms of reference I’m baffled so thank you so much for answering! by Barnboo28 (Tue 29th Sep 2020 3:17pm)

Absolutely avoid Purplebricks! I had a terrible selling experience through them. I wish I had looked deeper into their reviews and not just trusted trustpilot. I was the same as you and happy to do my own viewings so thought what could go wrong well to name just a couple:- you have to pay an extra £300 (maybe more can’t remember exactly) to use any other solicitor than the one they recommend ‘your Conveyancer’ well they are just abysmal and almost lost my sale - too long a story to detail here but believe me they are awful - unprofessional and untrustworthy - took two weeks to get the for sale sign up - big deal considering I was on a busy street with three other properties for sale on our street - if viewers called the PB number instead of arranging through app details weren’t passed on (ended up having loads of ‘drop ins’ which was a bit of a nightmare!) Honestly I want to scream from the rooftops just how bad PB are - from what I can gather people either have a great experience or a terrible one. The problem is a terrible one could cause the sale of your property to fall through and just so so much stress! I liked the idea of knowing exactly what I was paying and the no commission thing but I regret it enormously (& I’m now in dispute of payment with them and going to ombudsman) Good luck and I’m sure you’ll find a great new home ( we finally got moved and now have a garden and I’m soooo grateful every day after moving from a tenement flat) by Barnboo28 (Fri 16th Oct 2020 1:31pm)

It is hidden deep down the tcs and cs - they have been in trouble before about the lack of clarity. The person we dealt with was Kirstin Shepherd - I must say the sellers of our new house also used PB but it was a guy I think his name was Stephen and they were delighted with him but still had issues with the Conveyancer ( they are honestly atrocious) we ended up sacking both PB and Your Conveyancer and my goodness the difference in having a solicitor you can trust to do their job is amazing. by Barnboo28 (Fri 16th Oct 2020 4:31pm)

Loving the image of a wee dog watching the fireworks - too cute! Mine is remarkably unphazed by them too, though not quite smart enough to look up and watch them :-) by Barnboo28 (Thu 5th Nov 2020 9:02am)

Hope your wee dog is ok - poor wee thing and what a wonderful age :-) thank goodness she wasn’t attacked and your obviously a good owner. There used to be a big Staffie in our close that would always be off lead, he was a genuinely lovely dog and a big daftie that wanted to play BUT my wee Yorkie was trampled by a bigger dog when he was a puppy (he was on lead bigger dog wasn’t but that’s another story that still infuriates me!) so he would panic his heart out and start growling. The owner was rarely with the dog and if he was his response was always ah he’s just playing - oh and they never picked up after him either! I’ve got anxiety too so it made it even harder so I am with you on this (your situation sounds much much worse). I hope you get on ok with the 101 call and get some support. Ps also hope your wee dog is ok with the fireworks just now too :-) by Barnboo28 (Thu 5th Nov 2020 9:26am)

Totally agree with you - staffies are stunning dogs and make amazing family pets. As with any dog/pet it’s the owners that are to blame. by Barnboo28 (Thu 5th Nov 2020 9:30am)

I contacted them a few weeks ago and they were really helpful - if you have lived in your property for over a year and meet certain criteria you may even be eligible for a free survey type thing and money off. The interest free loan sounds good too though - definitely check them out. by Barnboo28 (Mon 9th Nov 2020 12:07pm)

Wow this is good news! I’ve got a broken pane on internal window(double glazed) external one fine. Who did you use? by Barnboo28 (Mon 9th Nov 2020 12:05pm)

Thanks 😊 by Barnboo28 (Fri 13th Nov 2020 8:52am)

I really hope you appreciate what a big step you’ve made and are proud of yourself (also sounds like your girlfriend is a great support). It’s so so hard to stay motivated to get sober and especially hard when you don’t know where to turn for support. I can’t add anything more helpful but just wanted to wish you all the best - you can do this! by Barnboo28 (Fri 13th Nov 2020 9:03am)

I used to work up the road from there and my friend lived just off Abercrombie street so I’ve walked about, got the bus and train at all random times and it’s always been fine. (I’m female and a teuchter so I’m always a bit wary lol) It can be a bit daunting walking past a group of junkies around the health centre but I’ve just kept my wits about me (&not had headphones on cause I’m para like that)and never had any hassle. Honestly I think it’s like everywhere there is always a bit of a grey area in terms of neds and junkies - million pound properties one side of a street and bit scummy other side lol maybe a bit of an exaggeration but you know what I mean. If you loved the place and felt it’s the right fit for you go for it! Pretty sure you won’t lose money in the long term in that area:-) by Barnboo28 (Thu 3rd Dec 2020 12:35am)

I would say it’s pretty safe - used to work on annfield place just off duke street and had to get the bus late at night sometimes and always felt pretty safe. (I’m female) it’s a nice enough area and walkable into town too by Barnboo28 (Fri 11th Dec 2020 12:31pm)

Love this haha! OMG if I knew that existed I’d have got it - let us know if it’s good? Merry Christmas xxx by Barnboo28 (Fri 25th Dec 2020 4:53pm)

Amazing day - the muppet Christmas carol is undoubtedly the best Christmas movie ever - had it on vhs and when got it on dvd was geeky enough to notice a major song missing ( when young Scrooge and his fiancée sing the love is gone) a google search revealed to my relief that other people were as sad as me to notice it too! Merry Christmas xxx by Barnboo28 (Fri 25th Dec 2020 4:57pm)

Haha omg maybe that’s a scratch n sniff thing - walking under any bridge after a weekend (in normal times) enjoy the rest of your Christmas x by Barnboo28 (Fri 25th Dec 2020 5:49pm)

Do you know anything about the sellers situation? If they are looking for a quick sale (esp if it’s been on the market for over two months) it can definitely be in your favour to clearly state that your a first time buyer (so no chain) and ready to move. I would offer what you reasonably think it’s worth and can afford - they are either going to accept less or they are not. Your solicitor should offer you advice too but basically in the nicest possible way don’t worry about offending the seller - they will have a figure in their mind they want so if you get a flat out no on your lower offer they might counter offer or just say they don’t accept less that HR. Good luck - we were doing this this time last year and it’s a bloody minefield! by Barnboo28 (Sun 14th Mar 2021 12:40pm)

I’ve seen a fair few messages on here asking where to get pets so I hoped it wouldn’t offend anyone posting this. Seems like every day there’s a horrific animal story (particularly puppies) if there wasn’t the demand then it would stop. by Barnboo28 (Mon 15th Mar 2021 7:45pm)

Just soooo happy about this - I squealed so loud when her name was announced - also massive shout out to fabulous Ellie diamond too - so proud of our Scottish queens - Lawrence Chaneyyyyyyyy xxxx by Barnboo28 (Fri 19th Mar 2021 9:22pm)

I lived on Garrioch road - just round the corner near the botanics from the flats your looking at - for 17 years and can honestly say I never had any hassle or felt unsafe. I was 17 when I moved in and I’m a pint size female so I would deffo feel intimidated passing groups of people everywhere but never had any direct experience of hassle (apart from teenagers asking me to buy alcohol for them from the wee corner shop). My dog was gutted when the elephants left (honestly kept looking about!) we walked around loads and always felt safe here’s my tuppence on pros and cons:- Pros - area is definitely as safe as anywhere in Glasgow and deffo improving all the time (my tiny one bedroom tenement sold for £120k last year - only reason for moving is we needed more space) - it’s a smashing location being so close to the botanics (seriously saved my sanity during lockdown last year!), less than 10min walk from Byres Road, 5min walk from QMD which has great wee cafes & the brewhaus pub which has a great wee beer garden. - another brand new set of flats (with fancy roof gardens ooh) have just been approved on the site on Hotspur street next to the kids play park across from the wee Tesco. This is good news for future value of your potential flat - as you’ve mentioned there’s a new school in development which is always a bonus for future selling Cons - I used to get the bus from McDonald’s on maryhill road and it could be pretty depressing - there’s definitely drug users and ‘dodgy’ types around there BUT I’ve always found if your friendly people are friendly back and as I say I’ve never had any hassle - make sure there’s a locked gate in the communal bin area which I’m assuming as a new build there will be - that was my biggest hassle living there ours was an old tenement and the back court gate was never locked so we did have junkies going through the bins - this stopped when I put a lock on it so it was just opportunistic - you deffo do hear the police and fire sirens a lot being so close to both so if your super noise conscious that might annoy you - parking is a pain! All in all I’d say go with your gut - don’t get too caught up in what people say about area and the ‘reputation’ because if I did I’d never have moved there and I loved it (as I say I only moved for more space and a garden). Be completely honest with yourself about the property - see how you feel about living in it. I’d say on a practical note that it would be a good investment - flats in that area have sold well for years and although it sure we will see a market downturn globally in the future I’d imagine you’d be pretty safe and as someone else pointed out buying new right now saves the madness of the ‘open market’ over hone report value. Good luck ( sorry for such a long post!) by Barnboo28 (Mon 26th Apr 2021 11:17am)

Totally agree - it’s a great wee spot. Doesn’t feel like your in a city when your in there by Barnboo28 (Mon 26th Apr 2021 11:22am)

Thank you I’ll give them a shout - yeah I agree deffo rather a local company by Barnboo28 (Sun 9th May 2021 3:38pm)

Ok great thank you I’ll get in touch with them by Barnboo28 (Sun 9th May 2021 3:38pm)

Didn’t even think of this cheers I’ll have a look and see if it’s covered :-) by Barnboo28 (Sun 9th May 2021 3:40pm)

I unfortunately have a wee dog with behavioural problems too so can’t offer any help but I just wanted to reach out and say I feel so sorry for you and your family - absolutely understand you putting your son first but I know it’ll be heartbreaking too. Really hope he gets a great new home x by Barnboo28 (Thu 20th May 2021 8:46pm)

Had them in my flat too - particularly the kitchen floor (thanks to my incredibly messy eater cat rest her wee soul) tea tree definitely helped keep them at bay - I think they are super common in tenement flats because my neighbours had them too. Nothing to worry about - if you do get frustrated at the amount and the tea tree doesn’t keep them far enough at bay, I used Indorex spray around the flat after the rat dog got fleas - the pros of having pets and forgetting swimming affects their flea treatments (!) and it kept EVERYTHING at bay for a good year or so by Barnboo28 (Wed 9th Jun 2021 4:11pm)

I’ve just recently bought in Knightswood and I love it! I had conflicting advice about the area and like you thought I’d have to go further afield but I’m so glad I chose here - the transport links are great too. It is a minefield trying to figure out the right offer and our experience was that the estate agents and solicitors didn’t really give advice - what I would suggest (if at all possible) is to try and speak to the actual seller (obv that’s easier if it’s them doing the viewings). If you are in a position to move quickly (have a mortgage agreement in principle etc) then make sure you make this clear within any offer as for us that was crucial when we were accepting offers on our flat (we even went for a slightly lower offer but quicker completion). Honestly I’d recommend having a wee look about Knightswood as with everywhere there’s good bits and bad bits but v good gardens ( also a good few older peoples houses that have sadly passed away that you could get quite cheap if your able to afford/live with modernisation work). Good luck! by Barnboo28 (Fri 30th Jul 2021 12:19pm)

Thank you so much for sharing - I had no idea about this and have a doggo that loves the water! Poor wee Jess by Barnboo28 (Tue 3rd Aug 2021 10:29am)

Thanks! by Barnboo28 (Wed 4th Aug 2021 3:06pm)

Cheers - I didn’t think about giving it a whirl myself but why the hell not! by Barnboo28 (Wed 4th Aug 2021 3:06pm)

Great thanks that’s not far from me - I’ll take a drive out tomorrow by Barnboo28 (Mon 9th Aug 2021 9:46pm)

Thanks by Barnboo28 (Tue 10th Aug 2021 11:43am)

Ah I’ve had a lot of recommendations for the keter sheds - really hard to get at the moment but I might just hold off until I can get one if it’s a better long term buy by Barnboo28 (Tue 10th Aug 2021 11:45am)

While I don’t totally disagree with you it’s so much easier said than done, this sort of thing happens so so often that we (girls) seem to just put up with it (I’m maybe just talking from personal experience here but it’s sooo common) but sometimes just ignoring the guy makes it worse and we just get even more abuse. by Barnboo28 (Wed 11th Aug 2021 10:49pm)

Yes think I’m just being a lazy f***** have got a saw so no excuse reckon this is what we will do - thanks for replying! by Barnboo28 (Sun 15th Aug 2021 10:14pm)

It’s in pieces and was beyond repair before we started pulling it down so it is pretty much a pile of unusable wood now I’d feel bad offering it to someone I don’t think anyone would want it but thank you for replying by Barnboo28 (Sun 15th Aug 2021 10:18pm)

Yas!!! Why didn’t I think of that?!! 😜 by Barnboo28 (Sun 15th Aug 2021 10:23pm)

Me too but apparently a shed counts as special items and it’s extra but they don’t specify how much - only thing with them is who bloody knows when they will come! by Barnboo28 (Sun 15th Aug 2021 10:22pm)

Ok thank you I’ll give it a go - cheers for replying. Thought I was just being a total tight wad but seems extortionate to pay over £100. by Barnboo28 (Sun 15th Aug 2021 10:27pm)

I’ve put it in Gumtree - cheers for replying by Barnboo28 (Sun 15th Aug 2021 10:35pm)

Ah that makes sense - shit for them tho isn’t it, must be hard for them to make any money. I’m assuming the dumps are owned by the council too so it’s a shame by Barnboo28 (Sun 15th Aug 2021 11:15pm)

So with you on this! The amount of times randoms in the pub have said to me about my pint of T - ‘can’t believe you drink that pish’ - I genuinely bloody love the stuff which never ceases to amaze people... by Barnboo28 (Mon 16th Aug 2021 10:39am)

That’s so shit! It’s hard enough opening up about anything mental health wise with a GP but to basically be dismissed is heartbreaking. How are you doing now? I have been lumbered under the depression and anxiety category for about 15 years now and nothing seems to help me all I want is to live a ‘normal’ life and be able to hold down a job but the medication and psychotherapy I’ve had so far hasn’t pulled me out of whatever it is that’s wrong with me. Loads of people have mentioned autism to me but as a female who on a good day can be incredibly sociable it never occurred to me until I read into it but like OP don’t know where to turn next. Anyhoo I really hope your doing ok and your experience didn’t put you off getting the help your entitled too x by Barnboo28 (Tue 31st Aug 2021 6:54pm)

Yeah you need a ticket to get entry from memory I think they close the gates that aren’t manned from about 6pm (not sure might even be a bit earlier) so you’ll have to go the long way round unfortunately if you finish work after that. It’s open as usual during the day tho so you should be fine in the morning :-) by Barnboo28 (Fri 3rd Sep 2021 10:51am)

Firstly welcome to Glasgow and I’m so sorry you’ve been let down like this! I live in Knightswood and noticed a few houses with ‘to let’ signs outside in the past few days. For example this one: https://www.rightmove.co.uk/properties/113040773#/?channel=RES_LET I realise it does say no students but it may be worth contacting them. Knightswood is to the west of the city with good transport links. Also I think you said Castle have been useless so I’m assuming they aren’t offering you anything else? Really hope you get somewhere sorted 🤞 by Barnboo28 (Wed 8th Sep 2021 7:48pm)

I asked the same question just over a year ago and got recommended these guys https://glasgowvanman.com/Contact.html - they were outstanding and I really reasonable - I completely under estimated how much stuff we had and they were gents about it! Highly recommend:-) by Barnboo28 (Wed 8th Sep 2021 7:52pm)

Poor wee thing - so glad there are decent people out there and grateful to the sspca they do amazing work x by Barnboo28 (Wed 8th Sep 2021 7:55pm)

This is just so so true - especially about the ‘script’. Long term depressive here (lol), and if you met me on a good day you’d thing I’m life and soul, bubbly, confident and loving life. Bad days if I’m out of the house I struggle with eye contact never mind anything else. I feel like two completely different people at times BUT the one thing that always stays the same is my befuddlement at the whole system of society - the work consume reproduce consume more work more then die. I wonder why everyone is so materialistic and ‘happy’ as wtf I can’t just get on with it like everyone else and stop naval gazing! by Barnboo28 (Fri 5th Nov 2021 11:15am)

Might be a stupid question but why is cash only suss? I’ve always just thought it meant they didn’t want to pay anything for the machines but I could be naive af by Barnboo28 (Sat 13th Nov 2021 11:41am)

It’s west end not city centre but Oran Mor is open until 2 I think by Barnboo28 (Sat 13th Nov 2021 11:46am)

Ah that makes sense - haha I’m now thinking of all the places that only take cash with a very suspicious mind - a wee hardware shop opened up near us which seemed an odd place and some items bizarrely priced ooh I’m a detective now ;-) by Barnboo28 (Sat 13th Nov 2021 12:09pm)

Great stuff! It’s a fab wee pub - glad you had a good night :-) by Barnboo28 (Mon 15th Nov 2021 2:48pm)

Ooh those cakes look amazing - where are they? Edit - the bakery lol not the cakes - I’m assuming they are in your tummy by now lol by Barnboo28 (Tue 30th Nov 2021 1:56pm)

Stravaigan is a lovely pub/restaurant both puppers and baby friendly :-) foods really nice - I’d advise booking a table tho. by Barnboo28 (Tue 30th Nov 2021 2:01pm)

Just watched the second episode of the bbc doc on this... I’ve got even more questions now! They are saying Tobin isn’t a DNA link so deffo not him. I didn’t know the poor victims were all on their period - how the hell did he know to pick them up specifically? Or was it just chance? Also from what I understood some items of clothing have never been recovered, imagine clearing your old grandads loft and finding a bag of random clothes - maybe there’s hope of identifying him yet 🤞 by Barnboo28 (Tue 30th Nov 2021 8:11pm)

https://www.gov.uk/guidance/using-coal-mining-information might be able to find info on there by Barnboo28 (Thu 2nd Dec 2021 2:06pm)

Ben Nevis - superb pint of T! by Barnboo28 (Mon 20th Dec 2021 9:19pm)

Wow thank you for sharing - what a sad sad story and one I’m quite shocked to say I wasn’t aware of until this post. It’s funny, in one way it seems such a long time ago but the impact on families and survivors within Paisley and beyond must still play a major role in so many lives. Poor wee souls x by Barnboo28 (Fri 31st Dec 2021 7:44pm)

Hey OP, firstly I know exactly what your going through (or close to it). I’ve been diagnosed with Depression and Anxiety for about twenty years and in that time have seen a fair few different GP’s in Glasgow and the Highlands (where I’m originally from). The first thing to say is, well done for reaching out, yep I know this sounds patronising as f*** but I really MEAN it. You mentioned in your post about having talked to some people and it’s not really helped ( again I totally get that and always come away feeling even less understood when I’ve tried to talk to loved ones and friends). But writing on here was a big step for you I’m sure so bloody well done. Honestly I could say I’ve had pretty ok help overall, I’ve been on a variety of different meds and just recently completed a year of psychotherapy (NHS after I think about six month waiting list). What I would say is if you can call the doctor and make an appointment (or if you struggle to do that - that might just be me tho eek - ask someone else to call on your behalf). I’m not going to bullsh*t you and say it won’t be difficult, you’ll prob feel even more anxious awaiting the appointment (regarding face to face or phone call - I’m assuming it’ll be phone call at the moment but you never know and if you particularly feel like it would be better face to face it may be worth while saying to the receptionist). Anxiety is so difficult and anyone that hasn’t had it would struggle to understand how it can make you feel like your dying, want to die and scared of dying all at once. It affects everything but in my personal experience I have found a v low dose of diazepam (2mg) to be helpful in taking the edge off so I can think a bit clearer. I refused to be prescribed this for years (mum is/was an addict so I’ve always been super cautious of taking anything) but three years ago I had yet another breakdown and honestly the anxiety part of it was the worst. I think I was prescribed to take twice a day and they truly helped - I don’t take them now unless I’m particularly bad (one packet lasts me a year now). In regards to antidepressants - I’ve been on fluoxetine (Prozac), citalopram, sertraline and most recently and currently still on Venlafaxine. Meds deffo don’t cure it (I have been trying to pluck up the courage to see my gp to discuss changing meds for about a month now so I’m in no way cured lol) But they do help give you a wee building block to then get other help. I’d say please try to get a doc appointment and discuss with them, hopefully they will be supportive and give you some support. The waiting lists for everything have always been long and will be even worse now so it might feel pointless to be told it could be six months for any therapy. This might sound totally cliched but you owe it to yourself to at least try and see if there’s something that could make you feel better before carrying out your plan (you maybe don’t value yourself so maybe think of friends or loved ones if that helps?). I’ve carried out ‘the plan’ three times - each time truly wanting it to work and thinking it’s the best for my fiancée and friends. The worst part of it not working was seeing the upset it caused them (last and final attempt was five years ago and I 🤞will never do that again but I still feel like it sometimes). Sorry I’m not sure if any of this is helpful to you I suppose I just wanted to reach out and say your not alone in this xxx by Barnboo28 (Thu 6th Jan 2022 7:18pm)

I always wonder about the derelict house on great western road near gartnavel - has anyone else noticed it? Lol I know gt western is bloody massive I’ll try and see if I can Google stalk... by Barnboo28 (Sun 9th Jan 2022 1:59pm)

Omg yes!! Or you have plenty of bags and the doggo decides to really casually shit over three or four different times - or is that just my wee ratdog?! Haha seriously tho fucking mental the amount of people that don’t pick up - or worse pick up and leave the bag just there by Barnboo28 (Fri 14th Jan 2022 11:01pm)

OP you summed up how I feel every bloody time I read or hear one of those ‘your so loved’ or ‘time to talk’ messages - no matter where it is (or especially now every single so called celebrity decides it their ‘mission’ to share their experiences of overcoming anxiety or depression in a matter of weeks!). All the chat about reducing the stigma has made me feel even worse because it’s ‘I was so low and now I’ve turned my life around’ - like you I’ve been like this since I was a child and don’t really know what a normal life is or should be, longest job I’ve held down is 4 years before a full on breakdown. Onto the charity side - without going into too many details (for no reason other than to make it a quicker read), I actually worked for Lifelink for just under a year. The actual counselling staff were all incredible and genuinely wanted to help but omg I was disgusted by how things were run by the completely incompetent management - money wasted here there and everywhere, counsellors not listened too (particularly because they were forced to ‘resolve cases’ within 4 sessions - maximum due to funding was 8). Fundamentally run by people who just don’t care about the people they are meant to be helping and not listening to the staff who truly can help people. The NHS is so overwhelmed and under resourced that they award contracts to the likes of lifelink in I’m sure good faith but it all comes down to cost cutting and they would rather ‘treat’ ten people with ‘mild’ issues who with a little bit of CBT or group therapy will feel better and fill out an evaluation form to say so than five people with ‘moderate’ issues ( lifelink are not meant to take on anyone with ‘severe’ issues for funding reasons or at least that was the case when I was there - distress brief intervention would be more likely referred to for ‘severe cases’). Honestly it was so corrupt & the bullying I both witnessed and experienced disgusted me and in truth made me so bloody sad that they get away with it. Numerous people complained to the board of directors but nothing was ever done. Phew felt good to get that of my chest. by Barnboo28 (Fri 28th Jan 2022 12:31am)

I’m so with you on this, when I’m out with the rat dog I’ll happily pick up litter (particularly bottles or masks so no wee animals get hurt) it does make me feel happy I’m doing something (albeit tiny I know) towards the greater good. I probably do it for selfish reasons really because litter is my biggest bug bear but I always think it could save a wee critter being hurt. by Barnboo28 (Mon 7th Feb 2022 6:01pm)

I hesitated for sooo long getting balayage but after lockdown my hair looked like a very bad Pamela Anderson mid 90s lookalike attempt and I needed it sorted! I loved the result of the balayage for a few weeks but when it started to fade it really just looked like I had v bad roots BUT I think that’s because my hair was so peroxide before. Have you managed to find anywhere yet? I got mine done at Broomhill Hair Boutique they do some great offers during the week. Have a wee look on treatwell I’m sure I got 20% off. by Barnboo28 (Wed 9th Feb 2022 9:03pm)

Just to let you know it’s closed tomorrow - was planning going myself so just checked by Barnboo28 (Sun 27th Feb 2022 12:07pm)

Thank you for this! I’m trying to compile a list of things to do that doesn’t involve just going to the pub (as much as I love it) by Barnboo28 (Sun 27th Feb 2022 12:07pm)

Really good video man, loved it and definitely would like you to make a follow up! Within the first few shots of him I was getting serious Aleister Crowley vibes and what you then went on to say confirmed it. He was pretty infamous as an occultist and was all about sex and magic/k - I’d say your man is a definite follower of him. The ‘shock’ value side of creepy to almost laughable also makes me see the Crowley link - he was a master of promotion and knew being talked about in any way led to more followers etc (& this was early to mid 1900’s - from memory think he died in the 60s) Anyhoo think one of the most interesting parts is how this all began for you… what was his intention of showing you and your friends the video? I reckon gauging your reaction to see if you were interested in starting a wee cult with him haha by Barnboo28 (Sat 12th Mar 2022 9:41am)

That is bizarre - maybe they met at a Rammstein gig or something?! I couldn’t help but look at the website and saw the image that looked seriously disturbing that you spoke about - I obv didn’t click on anything but still worry the police will come to the door (only slightly joking!) Your right it is all pretty harmless stuff UNTIL you go into the website and if all his social media points to it as you say it seems odd he wouldn’t check that the domain is still his etc… by Barnboo28 (Sat 12th Mar 2022 10:32am)

Hey man I just wanted to say Good Luck, really hope you get help that works for you. It’s possible no matter how much it feels impossible! My mum is now a recovering addict after about twenty years of alcoholism and acute pancreatitis. Hospitalised more times than I can remember and even being told ‘if you drink again you’ll die’ and yet would be discharged and first thing she’d do is pick up a drink. To this day she can’t even describe what happened that made her one day manage to stop (with help of course and had to be medically prescribed booze daily!) Anyway I just wanted to let you know it’s possible to get sober and mend things with your family (we were estranged for a while due to her drinking). Can’t pretend to understand it but after seeing someone I love so much go through the addiction I have major sympathy and hope for you - it’s possible! by Barnboo28 (Thu 31st Mar 2022 10:39pm)

Aww sorry for your loss, it’s heartbreaking isn’t it! 🤞 one of those wee cats could be your new fur baby by Barnboo28 (Thu 14th Apr 2022 6:14pm)

Aww I feel for you op - that’s so tough. How are you going to decide which one to rehome? I’m assuming it would be better to give to a home without another cat? (I have a ten month old kitten and 8 year old dog adore animals and would hate you to have no options so would take one from you if you have no alternatives before the wee things hurt each other even more!) A charity my friend got her cats through was https://help2rehome.com/rehome-your-pet I can’t recommend them highly enough - she met the owner who was reluctantly giving them up due to a similar reason as you and the whole process was straight forward. I know you’ve mentioned being to the vet but is there any behavioural options you could try? Maybe feliway or something? by Barnboo28 (Thu 14th Apr 2022 6:11pm)

This stuff is brilliant - thank you for posting because I couldn’t remember for the life of me the name of it! Last used a few years ago after being recommended by a dentist friend - teeth are still white but was just thinking I’ll need a top up in a few months! Also wee tip - use a straw when your drinking hot or cold drinks when your whitening - will prevent staining and reduce sensitivities. by Barnboo28 (Mon 18th Apr 2022 2:18pm)

A definite option ;-) by Barnboo28 (Wed 18th May 2022 7:28pm)

Thanks no worries yeah that’s what I kind of thought myself! by Barnboo28 (Wed 18th May 2022 7:27pm)

Chips cheese and curry sauce mmmmmm by Barnboo28 (Sat 28th May 2022 1:35am)

Ben Nevis (cracking pint and whiskey selection!) Park Bar Islay Jintys Oran Mor (mainly because it’s open late and does a good pint and whiskey selection) You can take the teuchter out of the highlands lol… by Barnboo28 (Sun 3rd Jul 2022 10:31pm)

Yayyyy good to hear! by Barnboo28 (Sun 14th Aug 2022 7:24pm)

Make sure you activate it online first or you won’t be able to use it. You’ll also find the shops that accept it and a wee guide to using it on there too. [Glasgow Giftcard](https://glasgow22.scotlandgiftslocal.com) by Barnboo28 (Thu 25th Aug 2022 1:35pm)

Yes good idea!!! by Barnboo28 (Mon 19th Sep 2022 12:42pm)

This makes me have faith in humanity by Barnboo28 (Mon 19th Sep 2022 12:47pm)

I’m so sorry to read your posts - you deserve so so so much better (everyone does) I’m totally disgusted that you have had no support from the services that should (council etc) Please keep us posted on your new home and I hope you’ll be so much happier there! Ps I live in Knightswood and I’m super grateful that I’ve been lucky enough to be safe and surrounded by nice folks. It’s such a shame you didn’t have the same experience x by Barnboo28 (Mon 19th Sep 2022 12:45pm)

Your ABSOLUTELY not being extreme - ignore ignorant fuckers!!!! by Barnboo28 (Mon 19th Sep 2022 12:53pm)

Was thinking the exact same thing :-) by Barnboo28 (Mon 3rd Oct 2022 1:06pm)

Is this right? I’ve been on bloody various antidepressants for years and for the past wee while I’ve been reducing down (under GP supervision) still on 300mg mind you. I’m researching all of this just now just got my own good lol. by Barnboo28 (Mon 3rd Oct 2022 6:19pm)

Thank you x by Barnboo28 (Mon 3rd Oct 2022 6:27pm)

Can anyone recommend a good place for takeaway filled baguettes/sandwiches on Dumbarton road? :-) by Barnboo28 (Wed 12th Oct 2022 12:29pm)

Try infinite kitten rescue http://www.infinitekittenrescue.co.uk/ My friend got a kitten from them and highly recommended. I got declined unfortunately because I have a doggo. by Barnboo28 (Thu 20th Oct 2022 11:30pm)

Surely the whole point of living in a democratic society is that we are able to voice our concerns and protest etc. I thought my fiancé was being a bit of a drama lord when he said the laws the tories were putting in to stop protests etc were them trying to thwart democracy in advance but it looks like he was right! I don’t think it’s acceptable that we all just sit and wait, strikes obv get reaction but I don’t know how we could all strike. Marches etc would get attention but could get us arrested. How do we demand change? Surely there is some mechanism that allows us to demand a general election? It doesn’t seem right that this is dependent on getting approval from the government - all v baffling!!!! by Barnboo28 (Fri 21st Oct 2022 1:48pm)

Just wanted to reiterate what others are saying on here to consider adopting an older cat - they are so often overlooked but are amazing! I adopted an 8 year old shy beautiful girl who ended up running our household and keeping the ratdog in check and lived until 21, she was amazing! by Barnboo28 (Fri 21st Oct 2022 2:03pm)

Sorry sent reply to soon - your so right! We MUST make our voices heard by Barnboo28 (Fri 21st Oct 2022 10:03pm)

Yep!!! by Barnboo28 (Fri 21st Oct 2022 10:02pm)

I’m with you! We MUST have the power to change this fiasco we are living in by Barnboo28 (Fri 21st Oct 2022 10:02pm)

This made me laugh so much! It’s like they know the wee cheeky buggers - and there is no trying to trick them!!! by Barnboo28 (Mon 12th Dec 2022 1:49pm)

I know everything has gone up in price but our wee cats favourite food has gone up by about £1 - we are now paying more for her than the dog who’s twice the size of her! Not that I begrudge it obviously but I feel genuinely sorry for people who are struggling to keep up with the rising costs by Barnboo28 (Mon 12th Dec 2022 1:52pm)

Do you have any recommendations for a telescope? I'd love to get one but budget pretty and wasn't sure if the cheap ones are any good. by Barnboo28 (Mon 27th Feb 2023 8:45pm)

I've had to do this before when I lived in a flat and they won't come up stairs you have to take it down to the pavement. I hope you manage to give it away to someone - as others have said Gumtree is a good shout but deffo make sure they know it's heavy and probably need 2 people to lift - oh and of you want it gone by a certain date make sure you say, it's amazing the amount of folk that say they will come pick things up and just don't bother. by Barnboo28 (Wed 1st Mar 2023 10:04pm)

Thank you - yeah he's a wee grubber too, I honestly had no idea about the dangers (he's allergic to chicken so we are hyper aware of any meat lying about) it's crazy how dangerous it is, I've since read awful stories and the mortality rate is so high. by Barnboo28 (Sat 13th May 2023 10:56pm)

I had absolutely no idea and I've had dogs my whole life, so thought I was fairly aware of any dangers but obviously not. Your so right more awareness is needed, I'm going to pop a few wee posters around the park he got picked it up from tomorrow. I just can't believe a tiny bit nearly killed him, definitely more awareness needed x by Barnboo28 (Sat 13th May 2023 11:02pm)

Drumry according to the wee card and Google says covers whole of glasgow by Barnboo28 (Sat 13th May 2023 11:49pm)

I'm pretty sure Woodlands community centre used to take them in their wee garden bit, also you could ask around allotments they might use them too. by Barnboo28 (Sun 28th May 2023 12:14pm)

Don't think there is an actual unanimous approach. Majority of my friends we'd always just split the bill but if I ever order something much more expensive eg steak I'd always offer more and vice versa so would friends. Equally because I'm not in a great financial position at the moment I just pay for my own, proper friends always understand this. I think you should decide what makes you feel the most comfortable - eg just paying for your own and stick to that. Any decent person won't care and you shouldn't have to offer any explanation. TLDR - no unanimous way really, do what makes you comfortable by Barnboo28 (Sun 28th May 2023 12:28pm)

I think you should contact SSPCA and explain the situation to them, as others have said it sounds like it may be an abandoned pet. Have you seen it numerous times? If it's not wild the poor wee thing will be vulnerable, the sspca are great call them on 03000999999 for advice. by Barnboo28 (Wed 31st May 2023 9:06pm)

Couldn't agree more! I'm from Inverness, moved down here when I was 16 - I'm now 38 eek - and I still can't quite get used to being called a 'posh cunt' - if I was fair do's. If you don't sound Glasweigian your either English or from Edinburgh haha. by Barnboo28 (Tue 20th Jun 2023 8:38pm)

Great thank you -I'll do that by Barnboo28 (Mon 26th Jun 2023 11:14pm)

Thanks - yeah think that's a good idea. by Barnboo28 (Mon 26th Jun 2023 11:15pm)

Well spotted - I'm actually writing on behalf of my other half, didn't want to write that on the original post to confuse things. Yeah also agree most graduate opps specify certain time frame. Don't know why age or being specific on years not working would make a difference in asking for general info though. by Barnboo28 (Tue 27th Jun 2023 8:58am)

Oh what a lovely reply thank you! That's fantastic for your gf - good for her and deffo worthwhile cause to be working in, wishing you both all the best! :-) by Barnboo28 (Tue 27th Jun 2023 10:36am)

Hadn't heard of them - thanks so much, they look fab, we will get in touch (im helping my OH) Ps love your username!! by Barnboo28 (Tue 27th Jun 2023 10:40am)

Brilliant pics thanks for sharing! Heading to it today - you've made me feel better about it. Is it muddy? Can't decide whether to wear wellys! by Barnboo28 (Sat 8th Jul 2023 11:23am)

Really hope he comes home soon, will definitely keep a wee eye out for him x by Barnboo28 (Tue 18th Jul 2023 1:26am)

Ooh tell more... find these stories fascinating by Barnboo28 (Sat 26th Aug 2023 6:44pm)

We just recently got our semi detached house rendered and used this company [Insulated Rendering ](https://www.irsscotland.com/contact/) We only had to pay £3000 because we got funding through the Warmworks scheme - good to look into to see if your eligible for anything. by Barnboo28 (Sun 1st Oct 2023 9:57pm)

The whole house - we have noticed a massive difference in warmth already so hoping it'll save us some money on gas and electricity in the future. Think without funding it would have set us back around £12k. by Barnboo28 (Wed 4th Oct 2023 11:24am)

Just checked my wee app, and looks like it is Jupiter (stellarium is the app I just have the free version and it's pretty good) by Barnboo28 (Sat 14th Oct 2023 9:06pm)

I am currently studying level three Counselling Skills through UWS and hoping to start the diploma in Glasgow in the next few years too. I don't have actual glasgow specific advice but I found this website[Counselling Tutor](https://counsellingtutor.com) really helpful. Altthough theres paid for services too theres loads of free resources and podcasts etc. If you use Facebook they also have a group you can join and I've found that really helpful too. Good luck in your studies xx by Barnboo28 (Tue 7th Nov 2023 5:05pm)

I am so sorry for your loss. That's devastating. Poor wee soul. Its just awful losing a pet. 💜 by Barnboo28 (Sun 26th Nov 2023 10:00pm)

Do you mind if I send you a wee DM? by Barnboo28 (Mon 4th Dec 2023 7:14pm)