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  1. wiseowl
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    Yawn Yawn Wakey Wakey 2025

    Oh goodness, no. There should be a law against it!Thankfully I didn't see any Easter goodies in the GC this afternoon but they were clearing some shelves of Xmas stuff and putting out the New...
    Oh goodness, no. There should be a law against it!Thankfully I didn't see any Easter goodies in the GC this afternoon but they were clearing some shelves of Xmas stuff and putting out the New Year sales stock much to my surprise. Gave in at last and bought two boxes of tiny twinkling lights...
    Oh goodness, no. There should be a law against it!Thankfully I didn't see any Easter goodies in the GC this afternoon but they were clearing some shelves of Xmas stuff and putting out the New Year sales stock much to my surprise. Gave in at...
    Oh goodness, no. There should be a law against it!Thankfully I didn't see any Easter goodies in the GC this afternoon but they were clearing some shelves of Xmas stuff and putting out the New...
    wiseowl, Jan 1, 2025, The Muppet Show ... 402 403 404
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    lizzie27
    Dec 21, 2025 at 9:15 PM
  2. Dorset-Tim

    New Tree for the Garden

    Thanks @Plantminded That's my understanding as well, and the reason I went for it. I don't want it to look like topiary, but if it can take that, I figured it can take aggressive pruning.I do...
    Thanks @Plantminded That's my understanding as well, and the reason I went for it. I don't want it to look like topiary, but if it can take that, I figured it can take aggressive pruning.I do think I need to decide whether I have the patience to do what, considering a good result is not...
    Thanks @Plantminded That's my understanding as well, and the reason I went for it. I don't want it to look like topiary, but if it can take that, I figured it can take aggressive pruning.I do think I need to decide whether I have the patience...
    Thanks @Plantminded That's my understanding as well, and the reason I went for it. I don't want it to look like topiary, but if it can take that, I figured it can take aggressive pruning.I do...
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    Dorset-Tim, Dec 20, 2025 at 4:04 PM, Trees ... 2 3
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    CostasK
    Dec 21, 2025 at 6:35 PM
  3. Loofah
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    What are we doing in the garden 2025

    I've just had time today to walk round the garden to sprinkle slow release fertiliser tabs around emerging clumps of snowdrops. Supposed to be good at boosting flowering. Will have to wait until I...
    I've just had time today to walk round the garden to sprinkle slow release fertiliser tabs around emerging clumps of snowdrops. Supposed to be good at boosting flowering. Will have to wait until I see other clumps coming up. I also cautiously lifted a small paving slab by a path I relaid after...
    I've just had time today to walk round the garden to sprinkle slow release fertiliser tabs around emerging clumps of snowdrops. Supposed to be good at boosting flowering. Will have to wait until I see other clumps coming up. I also cautiously...
    I've just had time today to walk round the garden to sprinkle slow release fertiliser tabs around emerging clumps of snowdrops. Supposed to be good at boosting flowering. Will have to wait until I...
    Loofah, Jan 2, 2025, General Gardening Discussion ... 268 269 270
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    lizzie27
    Dec 21, 2025 at 6:38 PM
  4. wiseowl
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    SEASONS GREETINGS TO ALL OUR MEMBERS

    Merry Christmas and a Happy New Gardening Year to one and all!
    Merry Christmas and a Happy New Gardening Year to one and all!
    Merry Christmas and a Happy New Gardening Year to one and all!
    Merry Christmas and a Happy New Gardening Year to one and all!
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    wiseowl, Dec 17, 2025 at 8:39 AM, Members Gallery ... 2
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    ViewAhead
    Dec 21, 2025 at 7:20 AM
  5. AnniD

    Strictly Come Dancing 2025

    I only watched bits of a couple of earlier shows, but watched the whole of the final. I thought all couples performed well although parts a couple of the actual routines weren't great. ...
    I only watched bits of a couple of earlier shows, but watched the whole of the final. I thought all couples performed well although parts a couple of the actual routines weren't great. Interestingly, for once, the judges agreed with my thoughts. Maybe I should be on the panel next year. I...
    I only watched bits of a couple of earlier shows, but watched the whole of the final. I thought all couples performed well although parts a couple of the actual routines weren't great. Interestingly, for once, the judges agreed with my...
    I only watched bits of a couple of earlier shows, but watched the whole of the final. I thought all couples performed well although parts a couple of the actual routines weren't great. ...
    AnniD, Aug 11, 2025, Off-Topic Discussion ... 7 8 9
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    KT53
    Dec 21, 2025 at 11:04 AM
  6. Tidemark

    Whaaattt?

    Chicken. I always buy a whole one. First I roast it, and stuff it with day old bread, celery, onion, one egg, spices. We have dinner with it. Next day, plenty left for sandwiches, or day...
    Chicken. I always buy a whole one. First I roast it, and stuff it with day old bread, celery, onion, one egg, spices. We have dinner with it. Next day, plenty left for sandwiches, or day after that. Then there is chicken pot pie from scraps left over that might be in 4 days, or might...
    Chicken. I always buy a whole one. First I roast it, and stuff it with day old bread, celery, onion, one egg, spices. We have dinner with it. Next day, plenty left for sandwiches, or day after that. Then there is chicken pot pie from...
    Chicken. I always buy a whole one. First I roast it, and stuff it with day old bread, celery, onion, one egg, spices. We have dinner with it. Next day, plenty left for sandwiches, or day...
    Tidemark, Aug 17, 2024, Off-Topic Discussion ... 287 288 289
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    redstar
    Dec 21, 2025 at 5:57 PM
  7. wiseowl
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    Whats Your Weather Like 2025

    Just started raining again after a dryish but cloudy morning. Feeling cold out there at 10c in the dampness.
    Just started raining again after a dryish but cloudy morning. Feeling cold out there at 10c in the dampness.
    Just started raining again after a dryish but cloudy morning. Feeling cold out there at 10c in the dampness.
    Just started raining again after a dryish but cloudy morning. Feeling cold out there at 10c in the dampness.
    wiseowl, Jan 1, 2025, Off-Topic Discussion ... 535 536 537
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    pete
    Dec 21, 2025 at 3:01 PM
  8. wiseowl
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    Latest Moan From You and Me 2025

    Homosexuality has been referred to as "a lifestyle" in Europe during the times when homosexuality was either a crime or just not talked about.My male homosexual friend was most amused about the...
    Homosexuality has been referred to as "a lifestyle" in Europe during the times when homosexuality was either a crime or just not talked about.My male homosexual friend was most amused about the "leading a certain lifestyle" references in the 80s. Visiting a supermarket to buy milk, eggs and...
    Homosexuality has been referred to as "a lifestyle" in Europe during the times when homosexuality was either a crime or just not talked about.My male homosexual friend was most amused about the "leading a certain lifestyle" references in the...
    Homosexuality has been referred to as "a lifestyle" in Europe during the times when homosexuality was either a crime or just not talked about.My male homosexual friend was most amused about the...
    wiseowl, Jan 1, 2025, Off-Topic Discussion ... 409 410 411
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    Selleri
    Dec 21, 2025 at 3:06 PM
  9. Spruce
    Like x 7

    2025 Happy Christmas & happy New Year

    Thank you, and MERRY CHRISTMAS ! to you all
    Thank you, and MERRY CHRISTMAS ! to you all
    Thank you, and MERRY CHRISTMAS ! to you all
    Thank you, and MERRY CHRISTMAS ! to you all
    Spruce, Dec 19, 2025 at 3:20 PM, Gardening Discussions
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    Michael Hewett
    Dec 21, 2025 at 2:10 AM
  10. Fof
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    Today's flowers (Cont)

    Wonderful to have desert cacti flowering at this time of year, and on such small plants too, congratulations
    Wonderful to have desert cacti flowering at this time of year, and on such small plants too, congratulations
    Wonderful to have desert cacti flowering at this time of year, and on such small plants too, congratulations
    Wonderful to have desert cacti flowering at this time of year, and on such small plants too, congratulations
    Fof, Dec 20, 2025 at 1:23 PM, Cacti and Succulents
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    Michael Hewett
    Dec 20, 2025 at 3:57 PM
  11. wiseowl
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    Show Off Your Pets 2025

    @Thevictorian that's good that she's feeling a bit better.
    @Thevictorian that's good that she's feeling a bit better.
    @Thevictorian that's good that she's feeling a bit better.
    @Thevictorian that's good that she's feeling a bit better.
    wiseowl, Jan 1, 2025, Pets Corner ... 18 19 20
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    Logan
    Dec 21, 2025 at 12:47 PM
  12. Juliasaurus

    Around the World in 80 Gardens

    This is on BBC iPlayer, if anyone bored with the cold and dark evenings
    This is on BBC iPlayer, if anyone bored with the cold and dark evenings
    This is on BBC iPlayer, if anyone bored with the cold and dark evenings
    This is on BBC iPlayer, if anyone bored with the cold and dark evenings
    Juliasaurus, Jan 27, 2008, General Gardening Discussion ... 2
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    GreenFingeredPete
    Dec 20, 2025 at 3:07 PM
  13. hi2u_uk

    is my plant about to flower ?

    My Daffodils are now out in full bloom in the garden and my local co-op is selling cream eggs.
    My Daffodils are now out in full bloom in the garden and my local co-op is selling cream eggs.
    My Daffodils are now out in full bloom in the garden and my local co-op is selling cream eggs.
    My Daffodils are now out in full bloom in the garden and my local co-op is selling cream eggs.
    hi2u_uk, Dec 20, 2025 at 10:50 AM, Container Gardening
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    waterbut
    Dec 21, 2025 at 11:08 AM
  14. Michael Hewett
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    Slow pages

    I've had problems with slow page refresh and also having to 'Post Reply' several times before it's accepted. It's been like that for a few days. I actually gave up waiting earlier this morning...
    I've had problems with slow page refresh and also having to 'Post Reply' several times before it's accepted. It's been like that for a few days. I actually gave up waiting earlier this morning as it was taking so long to open the box to post a reply! No problem with any other site. The same...
    I've had problems with slow page refresh and also having to 'Post Reply' several times before it's accepted. It's been like that for a few days. I actually gave up waiting earlier this morning as it was taking so long to open the box to post a...
    I've had problems with slow page refresh and also having to 'Post Reply' several times before it's accepted. It's been like that for a few days. I actually gave up waiting earlier this morning...
    Michael Hewett, Dec 20, 2025 at 8:30 AM, Computer Corner ... 2
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    KT53
    Dec 21, 2025 at 10:54 AM
  15. JWK
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    Show Us Your HousePlants In Bloom Now 2025

    I got these from a rubbish bin a few years ago, just put them in a shady spot over the summer and they come back like this in winter.
    I got these from a rubbish bin a few years ago, just put them in a shady spot over the summer and they come back like this in winter.
    I got these from a rubbish bin a few years ago, just put them in a shady spot over the summer and they come back like this in winter.
    I got these from a rubbish bin a few years ago, just put them in a shady spot over the summer and they come back like this in winter.
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    JWK, Jan 1, 2025, Other Plants ... 5 6 7
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    pete
    Dec 20, 2025 at 2:15 PM
  16. Selleri

    Books: Thursday murder club (R Osman)

    Have finished "If Anyone Builds It, Everyone Dies" about superintelligent AI. Possibly the most enlightening and unforgettable book I have read all yr. Of course, me reading it doesn't help at...
    Have finished "If Anyone Builds It, Everyone Dies" about superintelligent AI. Possibly the most enlightening and unforgettable book I have read all yr. Of course, me reading it doesn't help at all. It needs to be read by those with the power to do something about it before it is too late. ...
    Have finished "If Anyone Builds It, Everyone Dies" about superintelligent AI. Possibly the most enlightening and unforgettable book I have read all yr. Of course, me reading it doesn't help at all. It needs to be read by those with the power...
    Have finished "If Anyone Builds It, Everyone Dies" about superintelligent AI. Possibly the most enlightening and unforgettable book I have read all yr. Of course, me reading it doesn't help at...
    Selleri, Apr 13, 2025, Off-Topic Discussion ... 5 6 7
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    ViewAhead
    Dec 20, 2025 at 1:27 PM
  17. Selleri

    Recommend a small-ish evergreen shrub that is nice to sit with

    I like the scent of the Sarcococca - not many flower scents I dislike. Some people do tend to lose their sense of smell ( and taste) as they get older.
    I like the scent of the Sarcococca - not many flower scents I dislike. Some people do tend to lose their sense of smell ( and taste) as they get older.
    I like the scent of the Sarcococca - not many flower scents I dislike. Some people do tend to lose their sense of smell ( and taste) as they get older.
    I like the scent of the Sarcococca - not many flower scents I dislike. Some people do tend to lose their sense of smell ( and taste) as they get older.
    Selleri, Dec 15, 2025 at 7:12 PM, General Gardening Discussion
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    Philippa
    Dec 20, 2025 at 11:35 AM
  18. Joanna Bramley

    Help needed with Buxus Plants!

    Good idea. I only realised after I removed mine that it had been propping up the neighbour's fence, which promptly fell down.
    Good idea. I only realised after I removed mine that it had been propping up the neighbour's fence, which promptly fell down.
    Good idea. I only realised after I removed mine that it had been propping up the neighbour's fence, which promptly fell down.
    Good idea. I only realised after I removed mine that it had been propping up the neighbour's fence, which promptly fell down.
    Joanna Bramley, Dec 16, 2025 at 1:44 PM, NEW Gardeners !
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    Escarpment
    Dec 20, 2025 at 11:20 AM
  19. Retired
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    Latest hobby.

    A laser printer would work well for that kind of job and they are much cheaper to run. I have a black and white only one which I use for printing out sewing patterns; I've been using it for...
    A laser printer would work well for that kind of job and they are much cheaper to run. I have a black and white only one which I use for printing out sewing patterns; I've been using it for several years and I'm still on my first toner cartridge.
    A laser printer would work well for that kind of job and they are much cheaper to run. I have a black and white only one which I use for printing out sewing patterns; I've been using it for several years and I'm still on my first toner cartridge.
    A laser printer would work well for that kind of job and they are much cheaper to run. I have a black and white only one which I use for printing out sewing patterns; I've been using it for...
    Retired, Nov 7, 2025, Members Hobbies ... 2 3
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    Escarpment
    Dec 21, 2025 at 9:07 PM
  20. shiney
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    Greenhouse - Goodbye Old Friend, Hello New

    And no builders bum's
    And no builders bum's
    And no builders bum's
    And no builders bum's
    shiney, Oct 25, 2025, Garden Projects and DIY ... 9 10 11
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    Jiffy
    Dec 20, 2025 at 7:52 AM
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