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She may need help if it's a large litter cos sometimes cats get too tired to push the last one or two out and they can suffocate. You can help by gently easing them out - but don't pull on them and if she gets stressed you have to stop. (I've watched my auntie do this - she used to breed pedigree cats). Another useful tip is... try to handle the kittens as little as possible in the first few days - if at all. If they lose their mothers scent from their fur and smell like you instead, she'll reject them and can even kill them cos she won't recognise them. Good luck and let us know how the little darlings are when they arrive. ahhhhhh.

Ann-X, I don't... my brother does (although the thought of it does appeal to me). I believe they should be kept wild but I've heard of places where you can adopt a cub that has been orphaned and in those cases I'm afraid I have to disagree... if it means they will survive - give 'em a bit of human TLC !!! Halenvan... I'm afraid, as you are only a name on an e-list I can't give you a cuddle, but thanks for offering anyhow.

Thanks Dawny, I've e-mailed Longleat so I'm waiting on a reply from them. Gonna try Knowlsley Safari Park too but after that I dunno where to go. Anyone else got any ideas or specific contact points or has anyone done this, or something similar before? If so - where?

Does anyone know any contacts I can use to find out how to organise cuddling a real live baby tiger or lion cub?

My friend Sarah is the Yard Manager at Parklands and she runs a tight ship there. The place is pretty high class and still pricey for livery etc. but really good. Sarah's own horses are called Poppy and Lindsey and she also has a little highland as a pet but I've forgotten her name. I've ridden poppy and jumped her cross country - lovely horse. Sarah won some competitions on her recently. If you ever go, say hello to Sarah - she's really nice.

Yes - what a wonderful fashion trend/faux pas that was! Posers eh?! Ya gotta hate em... Why don't people dress smart any more... and why do women insist on dressing like blokes 'cos it's comfy'? Perhaps this should be a new thread !!!

My dad grew up in East Dene/Eastwood area and all we've ever known it as is 'rough' and/or 'dirty' but not quite as bad as 'Dalton' or 'Thrybergh'. There are plenty of nice places in Rotherham though, so don't judge it all the same way. Everywhere has it's rough areas - Sheffield included. --------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Be Alert - The world needs all the Lerts it can get!

I have 2 chinchilla's called 'Bonnie and Clyde' and a cat called 'Shmoo' My previous cat was 'Pabrian Pygmalion' - don't ask! He was a Persian show cat. Nuff said.

I used to love Tab-Clear... and does anyone remeber 'Cabanna' bars? Going back about 16 years now (god I feel old). Cabanna's had coconut and cherries in them - yum

Then again neither is Gareth really...

good for you f_g. Wouldn't it be nice to meet a male virgin? Are there any? I'm beginning to think they are like Santa and the Tooth Fairy - i.e. don't exist. Apart from Gareth Gates that is... who was subsequently 'ruined' by Jordan... speaking of Jordan... nah! she's not worth even mentionning !

Emilychee, my best lamb roast method (for a sizeable leg - cost about £5) 1) Put the leg in a lightly greased/oiled roasting tin and coat the skin with a little oil. 2) Slice a clove of garlic and rub this onto the skin. 3) Grate the zest of a lemon and buy some fresh thyme (can get this anywhere - I get it from morrisons - about 60p) and rub these into the oiled skin. 4) Squeeze a little lemon juice over the top and pop into the oven on 160 C for an hour and 20 mins. 5) Take out and drizzle with 2 tablespoons of clear honey (this gives a lovely crispy coating and makes it taste delicious. 6) Pop back into the oven for 20 mins more Carve up and serve with some mash and steamed veg. Delicious. p.s. if you stir some wholegrain mustard and butter into the mash - even better!!!

Well said Xafier, I'm married now (3 years in June!) and have a loving relationship but had a few long termers before my hubby came along and 'swept me off my feet' - so to speak. My first love was with me for 18 months and HE gave me an STD so I guess none of us are safe - even in long termers. I trusted him completely - needless to say we broke up when I found out (I may have been daft enough to trust him, but certainly wasn't dumb enough to stay with him) - but I felt so betrayed and it took a long, long time for me to trust a fella enough to further a relationship again. p.s. STD was nothing serious - thankfully ----------------------------------------------------------------- My hubby is wonderful.

I wish we still had TEXAN bars, the chewy orange stuff with chocolate on... YUM. I remember the advert - the cartoon with the cowboy - how cool was he?!!! And SPANGLES !!! remember them? boiled sweets in all different flavours.... I used to hate them oh memories!

I certainly wouldn't want him... I'm no prude, but I value my health !!!

Who thinks it's fair that men have loads of one night stands and are considered "super stud of the year" for their 'conquests', but if a woman does the same she's called horrible names, labelled a sl*t and no decent man wants to touch her? Is it a weakness in women because we revere the 'stud' men or... a weakness in men cos they can't stand the competition perhaps? What do you think?

I'd just like the ability to know what a man is thinking!!!! (but I guess you fellas would say the same about us too eh?) Other than that... I'd like the ability to go forward in time so I could find the lottery numbers out for the next rollover!!!

More fun stuff... you poor fellas... I almost feel sorry for you! Q: What's the fastest way to a man's heart? A: Through his chest with a sharp knife. Q: Why do men want to marry virgins? A: They can't stand criticism. Q: Why is it so hard for women to find men that are sensitive, caring, and good-looking? A: Because those men already have boyfriends. (v true!) Q: How do men sort their laundry? A: "Filthy" and "Filthy but Wearable" Q: Do you know why women fake orgasm? A: Because men fake foreplay. Q: What's the difference between a new husband and a new dog? A: After a year, the dog is still excited to see you. Q: What makes men chase women they have no intention of marrying? A: The same urge that makes dogs chase cars they have no intention of driving. Q: Did you hear about the guy who finally figured out women? A: He died laughing before he could tell anybody. Q: What should you do if you see your ex-husband rolling around in pain on the ground? A: Shoot him again Q: How can you tell when a man is well-hung? A: When you can just barely slip your finger in between his neck and the noose. Q: Why do little boys whine? A: Because they're practicing to be men. Q: How many men does it take to screw in a light bulb? A: One - he just holds it up there and waits for the world to revolve around him. OR Three -one to screw in the bulb, and two to listen to him brag about the screwing part. Q: What do you call a handcuffed man? A: Trustworthy. Q: What does it mean when a man is in your bed gasping for breath and calling your name? A: You didn't hold the pillow down long enough. Q: Why does it take 100,000,000 sperm to fertilize one egg? A: Because not one will stop and ask directions. Q: Why do female black widow spiders kill their males after mating? A: To stop the snoring before it starts. Q: Why do men whistle when they're sitting on the toilet? A: Because it helps them remember which end they need to wipe. Q: What is the difference between men and women... A: A woman wants one man to satisfy her every need. A man wants every woman to satisfy his one need. Q: How does a man keep his youth? A: By giving her money, furs and diamonds. Q: How do you keep your husband from reading your e-mail? A: Rename the mail folder to "instruction manuals” What would us women do without you eh?

My hubby has been taking creatine for the last 6 months (since he enrolled at the local gym to 'shape up') and his muscles have really toned up. He's a totally different shape now and looks fab. I can well recommend creatine but it does cause headaches when you first start taking it... a well known side effect usually caused in part by dehydration. The hubby suffered quite bad for about 3 weeks but kept it up and is more than reaping the benefits now. Go for it!

A whole list of reasons to make you laugh... It’s good to be a woman because: 1. We got off the Titanic first. 2. We can scare male bosses with the mysterious gynaecological disorder excuses. 3. Taxis stop for us. 4. We don't look like a banana in a blender when dancing:banana: 5. No fashion ‘faux pas’ we make could EVER rival the Speedo. 6. We don't have to pass gas to amuse ourselves. (But it is funny!!) 7. If we forget to shave, no one has to know. 8. We can talk to a female without ever looking at her cleavage. 9. We never have to reach down every so often to make sure our privates are still there. 10. We have the ability to dress ourselves 11. We can talk to the opposite sex without having to picture them naked. 12. If we marry someone 20 years younger, we ARE aware that we will look like an idiot !!! 13. We will never regret piercing our ears. 14. There are times when chocolate really CAN solve all our problems. 15. We can make comments about how silly men are in their presence because they aren't listening anyway! Go girls ! I know I'm gonna take a real kicking for that one now - bring it on lads !!!

Xsarx, You'll like Darcey. Better on the left rein than the right cos he used to be a racehorse so just be aware that the right side is stiff when schooling and he doesn't bend well that way. He's also just healed a long term injury to his leg and can only do light jumping but he does get over exited when a jump goes up (I rode him a week ago on Saturday) and tends to race to it at the moment whether it's high or low. Keep a firm hold and a deep seat if you do any jumping, half halt all the time and you'll be fine, he's not naughty, just eager, and he'll look after you at the other end of the jump. He's lovely. Have a good lesson.

Dingo91, Ok now I know it's you... K-A. It's Jen here... hello love. Hope you're feeling a bit more positive about riding again now. If anyone wants to know how John is after his fall at Mallard stables and his ambulance ride... he's cracked one of his vertebrae in his spine but he's discharged himself from hospital. As for riding Onyx... he's lovely to ride. I've backed him twice and he's very smooth in canter and travels well but he can be stubborn and needs a lot of reassurance cos he's only 5 years old and relies on the rider for EVERYTHING, so you have to be strong. I'll basically ride anything but my favourite is Belle cos she's fast and can be loopy but always an exiting ride. Brodie is my favourite for jumping though... he flies without galloping after (which is what Belle does cos she gets a bit exited!!!) And it was ME who was riding Sophie on Saturday when she bolted twice having seen the jumping poles... it was more a lesson of 'how to cling on' than anything else - but I was determined and she didn't have me out of the saddle - thankfully. I couldn't stop laughing but I don't recommend her to anyone nervous, she goes like a rocket in canter (or when scared) and is very spooky. See you soon Dingo91 ! We'll get you to Barnes Green this week by hook or by crook and you'll be well looked after. xx