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A Joke Or Two 2025

JWK, Jan 1, 2025, The Muppet Show ... 106 107 108
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wiseowl
Dec 16, 2025 at 12:23 PM
Spring Bulbs coming up early
Don't believe it about the mice. We used to find just bundles of leaves where the mice had eaten the crocus corm underneath.
Don't believe it about the mice. We used to find just bundles of leaves where the mice had eaten the crocus corm underneath.
Don't believe it about the mice. We used to find just bundles of leaves where the mice had eaten the crocus corm underneath.
Don't believe it about the mice. We used to find just bundles of leaves where the mice had eaten the crocus corm underneath.
ben01, Nov 9, 2011, General Gardening Discussion ... 2
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Palustris
Dec 16, 2025 at 8:13 AM
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Latest Moan From You and Me 2025
Yeah it does sound expensive.
Yeah it does sound expensive.
Yeah it does sound expensive.
Yeah it does sound expensive.
wiseowl, Jan 1, 2025, Off-Topic Discussion ... 402 403 404
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pete
Dec 16, 2025 at 4:35 PM
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Currently Listening To 2025
Glad to hear you saw your idol @longk but to be honest, I'd have drowned myself in the bath listening to that.
Glad to hear you saw your idol @longk but to be honest, I'd have drowned myself in the bath listening to that.
Glad to hear you saw your idol @longk but to be honest, I'd have drowned myself in the bath listening to that.
Glad to hear you saw your idol @longk but to be honest, I'd have drowned myself in the bath listening to that.
JWK, Jan 1, 2025, The Muppet Show ... 4 5 6
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Sheal
Dec 15, 2025 at 9:25 PM
Recommend a small-ish evergreen shrub that is nice to sit with
Saracocca ( Sweet Box ). Does as well in a container as in the ground. Beautifully scented white flowers followed by small black berries. I have mine in a large(ish) container against a south...
Saracocca ( Sweet Box ). Does as well in a container as in the ground. Beautifully scented white flowers followed by small black berries. I have mine in a large(ish) container against a south facing wall next to my garden bench.
Saracocca ( Sweet Box ). Does as well in a container as in the ground. Beautifully scented white flowers followed by small black berries. I have mine in a large(ish) container against a south facing wall next to my garden bench.
Saracocca ( Sweet Box ). Does as well in a container as in the ground. Beautifully scented white flowers followed by small black berries. I have mine in a large(ish) container against a south...
Selleri, Dec 15, 2025 at 7:12 PM, General Gardening Discussion
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Philippa
Dec 16, 2025 at 12:59 PM
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Whats Your Weather Like 2025
It turned out better than predicted, its been bright and even some sunny spells earlier, the wind from yesterday has dropped so 13c felt pretty reasonable. Still cloudy now and down to 11c.
It turned out better than predicted, its been bright and even some sunny spells earlier, the wind from yesterday has dropped so 13c felt pretty reasonable. Still cloudy now and down to 11c.
It turned out better than predicted, its been bright and even some sunny spells earlier, the wind from yesterday has dropped so 13c felt pretty reasonable. Still cloudy now and down to 11c.
It turned out better than predicted, its been bright and even some sunny spells earlier, the wind from yesterday has dropped so 13c felt pretty reasonable. Still cloudy now and down to 11c.
wiseowl, Jan 1, 2025, Off-Topic Discussion ... 527 528 529
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pete
Dec 16, 2025 at 3:53 PM
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Yawn Yawn Wakey Wakey 2025
I used to do that @AuntyRach, a useful way of re-using pretty Xmas cards.Hope you enjoyed your lunch out @Busy-Lizzie and your last dance class @Obelix-Vendee, I love a good waltz but haven't...
I used to do that @AuntyRach, a useful way of re-using pretty Xmas cards.Hope you enjoyed your lunch out @Busy-Lizzie and your last dance class @Obelix-Vendee, I love a good waltz but haven't had the opportunity for years.Enjoyed an hour or so in the garden. I've nailed strips of roofing...
I used to do that @AuntyRach, a useful way of re-using pretty Xmas cards.Hope you enjoyed your lunch out @Busy-Lizzie and your last dance class @Obelix-Vendee, I love a good waltz but haven't had the opportunity for years.Enjoyed an hour or...
I used to do that @AuntyRach, a useful way of re-using pretty Xmas cards.Hope you enjoyed your lunch out @Busy-Lizzie and your last dance class @Obelix-Vendee, I love a good waltz but haven't...
wiseowl, Jan 1, 2025, The Muppet Show ... 397 398 399
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lizzie27
Dec 16, 2025 at 4:19 PM
Whaaattt?
And if it stopped there, being helpful when asked, that would be fine and dandy. But it won't. It will carry on developing and no human can control the direction that takes. Tech billionaires...
And if it stopped there, being helpful when asked, that would be fine and dandy. But it won't. It will carry on developing and no human can control the direction that takes. Tech billionaires don't want to see the problem as they are making loads of money. Govs don't want to see the problem...
And if it stopped there, being helpful when asked, that would be fine and dandy. But it won't. It will carry on developing and no human can control the direction that takes. Tech billionaires don't want to see the problem as they are making...
And if it stopped there, being helpful when asked, that would be fine and dandy. But it won't. It will carry on developing and no human can control the direction that takes. Tech billionaires...
Tidemark, Aug 17, 2024, Off-Topic Discussion ... 277 278 279
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ViewAhead
Dec 16, 2025 at 2:56 PM
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WILDFLOWERS YOU HAVE SEEN WHILE OUT WALKING
New to me Magpie Inkcap says it all where we live there are lots of Magpies nearly every day there’s one or two flying . As for Earthstar very unusual and learnt something new , Thankyou...
New to me Magpie Inkcap says it all where we live there are lots of Magpies nearly every day there’s one or two flying . As for Earthstar very unusual and learnt something new , Thankyou @strongylodon
New to me Magpie Inkcap says it all where we live there are lots of Magpies nearly every day there’s one or two flying . As for Earthstar very unusual and learnt something new , Thankyou @strongylodon
New to me Magpie Inkcap says it all where we live there are lots of Magpies nearly every day there’s one or two flying . As for Earthstar very unusual and learnt something new , Thankyou...
Marley Farley, Jan 3, 2019, Herbs and Wildflowers ... 33 34 35
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Valleysgirl
Dec 16, 2025 at 7:38 AM
Strictly Come Dancing 2025
Not pleased that Craig is so fulsome in his praise of Amber. Surely he can see she has no dance soul and is dancing by numbers. Yes she moves well and is light on her feet but I still don't...
Not pleased that Craig is so fulsome in his praise of Amber. Surely he can see she has no dance soul and is dancing by numbers. Yes she moves well and is light on her feet but I still don't think she's feeling it so it's clinical, not art or joy.Very pleased with George and Karen and sorry...
Not pleased that Craig is so fulsome in his praise of Amber. Surely he can see she has no dance soul and is dancing by numbers. Yes she moves well and is light on her feet but I still don't think she's feeling it so it's clinical, not art or...
Not pleased that Craig is so fulsome in his praise of Amber. Surely he can see she has no dance soul and is dancing by numbers. Yes she moves well and is light on her feet but I still don't...
AnniD, Aug 11, 2025, Off-Topic Discussion ... 7 8 9
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Obelix-Vendée
Dec 15, 2025 at 6:33 PM
Pruning a young apple tree
Sounds OK. Do you have a photo which would help.
Sounds OK. Do you have a photo which would help.
Sounds OK. Do you have a photo which would help.
Sounds OK. Do you have a photo which would help.
Rockhopper69, Dec 11, 2025 at 10:25 PM, Trees ... 2
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waterbut
Dec 15, 2025 at 6:08 PM
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What are we doing in the garden 2025
Not sure if you have sown these seeds before? If you have then ignore the advice,if not! I have grown Meconopsis from seed for years and it can be a bit hit or miss. Either the seed germinates...
Not sure if you have sown these seeds before? If you have then ignore the advice,if not! I have grown Meconopsis from seed for years and it can be a bit hit or miss. Either the seed germinates like Topsey or b all! I sow in around February time in a compost of mostly leaf mould and a little grit...
Not sure if you have sown these seeds before? If you have then ignore the advice,if not! I have grown Meconopsis from seed for years and it can be a bit hit or miss. Either the seed germinates like Topsey or b all! I sow in around February time...
Not sure if you have sown these seeds before? If you have then ignore the advice,if not! I have grown Meconopsis from seed for years and it can be a bit hit or miss. Either the seed germinates...

Loofah, Jan 2, 2025, General Gardening Discussion ... 266 267 268
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hailbopp
Dec 16, 2025 at 10:07 AM
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Latest hobby.
Hi,I bought one of these Yamaha mini keyboards for my wife Bron and still have it although Bron sadly passed away. I've not played my violins much lately because of the dire weather; all my gear...
Hi,I bought one of these Yamaha mini keyboards for my wife Bron and still have it although Bron sadly passed away. I've not played my violins much lately because of the dire weather; all my gear is in the studio where it's cosy; warm and well lit; the problem is timing; I need to turn the...
Hi,I bought one of these Yamaha mini keyboards for my wife Bron and still have it although Bron sadly passed away. I've not played my violins much lately because of the dire weather; all my gear is in the studio where it's cosy; warm and well...
Hi,I bought one of these Yamaha mini keyboards for my wife Bron and still have it although Bron sadly passed away. I've not played my violins much lately because of the dire weather; all my gear...

Retired, Nov 7, 2025, Members Hobbies ... 2 3
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Retired
Dec 16, 2025 at 9:20 AM
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Show us your gardening purchases 2025
It was always the over Christmas read for me years ago, is it still long and narrow and closes up as soon as you put it down.
It was always the over Christmas read for me years ago, is it still long and narrow and closes up as soon as you put it down.
It was always the over Christmas read for me years ago, is it still long and narrow and closes up as soon as you put it down.
It was always the over Christmas read for me years ago, is it still long and narrow and closes up as soon as you put it down.
Loofah, Jan 8, 2025, General Gardening Discussion ... 50 51 52
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pete
Dec 16, 2025 at 3:49 PM
Is there anything I can do now?
I am not sure regarding greenhouse / conservatory (and the shed sounds like a definite no). I have a Kentia Palm in the corner next to the conservatory door (but within the main house) and it is...
I am not sure regarding greenhouse / conservatory (and the shed sounds like a definite no). I have a Kentia Palm in the corner next to the conservatory door (but within the main house) and it is surviving. Based on a quick look, yours should be a bit more cold tolerant than that, but still it's...
I am not sure regarding greenhouse / conservatory (and the shed sounds like a definite no). I have a Kentia Palm in the corner next to the conservatory door (but within the main house) and it is surviving. Based on a quick look, yours should be a...
I am not sure regarding greenhouse / conservatory (and the shed sounds like a definite no). I have a Kentia Palm in the corner next to the conservatory door (but within the main house) and it is...
MrHappyDays, Dec 14, 2025 at 8:50 AM, General Gardening Discussion
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CostasK
Dec 15, 2025 at 1:06 PM
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Onion growing 2026
Sown Kelsae, giant onions, yesterday in a pot in the boiler room.Once germinated they will go under lights in a cooler unheated room.
Sown Kelsae, giant onions, yesterday in a pot in the boiler room.Once germinated they will go under lights in a cooler unheated room.
Sown Kelsae, giant onions, yesterday in a pot in the boiler room.Once germinated they will go under lights in a cooler unheated room.
Sown Kelsae, giant onions, yesterday in a pot in the boiler room.Once germinated they will go under lights in a cooler unheated room.
burnie, Dec 12, 2025 at 4:34 PM, Edible Gardening
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JWK
Dec 15, 2025 at 12:59 PM
Which branches should I chop off ?
Agree, but here it is a gooseberry being pruned.
Agree, but here it is a gooseberry being pruned.
Agree, but here it is a gooseberry being pruned.
Agree, but here it is a gooseberry being pruned.
hi2u_uk, Dec 14, 2025 at 3:59 PM, Edible Gardening
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NigelJ
Dec 15, 2025 at 12:08 PM
Recommendations for lights to wrap around an outdoor plant
I bought LUMIFY usb solar fairy lights for my large holly bush in the front garden. It obviously works on solar power but also on a rechargeable battery. Comes with a usb charging port and...
I bought LUMIFY usb solar fairy lights for my large holly bush in the front garden. It obviously works on solar power but also on a rechargeable battery. Comes with a usb charging port and charging cable plus an indicator light. Mode button for changing light cycle. 3 power switches - on, off,...
I bought LUMIFY usb solar fairy lights for my large holly bush in the front garden. It obviously works on solar power but also on a rechargeable battery. Comes with a usb charging port and charging cable plus an indicator light. Mode button for...
I bought LUMIFY usb solar fairy lights for my large holly bush in the front garden. It obviously works on solar power but also on a rechargeable battery. Comes with a usb charging port and...
hi2u_uk, Dec 12, 2025 at 7:44 PM, Garden Projects and DIY ... 2
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waterbut
Dec 15, 2025 at 11:56 AM
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Your day (apart from gardening) what took place ? 2025
Maybe mine too but I was only saying about my day so far I don't look at the moan thread, it gets too political and boring.I don't know what 2GB etc means ...
Maybe mine too but I was only saying about my day so far I don't look at the moan thread, it gets too political and boring.I don't know what 2GB etc means ...
Maybe mine too but I was only saying about my day so far I don't look at the moan thread, it gets too political and boring.I don't know what 2GB etc means ...
Maybe mine too but I was only saying about my day so far I don't look at the moan thread, it gets too political and boring.I don't know what 2GB etc means ...
JWK, Jan 1, 2025, Off-Topic Discussion ... 9 10 11
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Michael Hewett
Dec 15, 2025 at 10:11 AM
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Poems
Finally from G K Chesterton The Rolling English Road (1913)Before the Roman came to Rye or out to Severn strode, The rolling English drunkard made the rolling English road. A reeling road, a...
Finally from G K Chesterton The Rolling English Road (1913)Before the Roman came to Rye or out to Severn strode, The rolling English drunkard made the rolling English road. A reeling road, a rolling road, that rambles round the shire, And after him the parson ran, the sexton and the squire; A...
Finally from G K Chesterton The Rolling English Road (1913)Before the Roman came to Rye or out to Severn strode, The rolling English drunkard made the rolling English road. A reeling road, a rolling road, that rambles round the shire, And after...
Finally from G K Chesterton The Rolling English Road (1913)Before the Roman came to Rye or out to Severn strode, The rolling English drunkard made the rolling English road. A reeling road, a...
shiney, Sep 16, 2024, Off-Topic Discussion ... 2 3
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NigelJ
Dec 15, 2025 at 8:47 AM

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