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Yawn Yawn Wakey Wakey 2025
Like many before me, I suspect, I have been going round in ever decreasing circles. I have been trying to access the O2 help website; I tell them my SIM isn't working; they say they can help, but...
Like many before me, I suspect, I have been going round in ever decreasing circles. I have been trying to access the O2 help website; I tell them my SIM isn't working; they say they can help, but they must verify my account and are sending a code to my account; it doesn't arrive. Why? Because my...
Like many before me, I suspect, I have been going round in ever decreasing circles. I have been trying to access the O2 help website; I tell them my SIM isn't working; they say they can help, but they must verify my account and are sending a code...
Like many before me, I suspect, I have been going round in ever decreasing circles. I have been trying to access the O2 help website; I tell them my SIM isn't working; they say they can help, but...
wiseowl, Jan 1, 2025, The Muppet Show ... 409 410 411
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Penny_Forthem
Dec 27, 2025 at 6:58 PM
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Electric cars.
Hi,If I owned an EV or even had one on my site I wouldn't feel at all easy; even if I'm parked near one at the stores makes me feal uneasy;I think the government used a slege hammer to force...
Hi,If I owned an EV or even had one on my site I wouldn't feel at all easy; even if I'm parked near one at the stores makes me feal uneasy;I think the government used a slege hammer to force the sale of EV's rather than let motorists spend their money and make their choice; I saw the...
Hi,If I owned an EV or even had one on my site I wouldn't feel at all easy; even if I'm parked near one at the stores makes me feal uneasy;I think the government used a slege hammer to force the sale of EV's rather than let motorists spend...
Hi,If I owned an EV or even had one on my site I wouldn't feel at all easy; even if I'm parked near one at the stores makes me feal uneasy;I think the government used a slege hammer to force...

pete, Apr 7, 2021, Off-Topic Discussion ... 177 178 179
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Retired
Dec 27, 2025 at 6:50 PM
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Things that have made you happy today 2025
When OH left house heading to Berlin 7 days ago, I had time to do what I wanted to do and this was making progress in my second hobby next to gardening: creating templates/themes for a French...
When OH left house heading to Berlin 7 days ago, I had time to do what I wanted to do and this was making progress in my second hobby next to gardening: creating templates/themes for a French blogging software. I got up at 2 every morning when my brain starts to work at its best, and worked...
When OH left house heading to Berlin 7 days ago, I had time to do what I wanted to do and this was making progress in my second hobby next to gardening: creating templates/themes for a French blogging software. I got up at 2 every morning when my...
When OH left house heading to Berlin 7 days ago, I had time to do what I wanted to do and this was making progress in my second hobby next to gardening: creating templates/themes for a French...
JWK, Jan 1, 2025, Off-Topic Discussion ... 25 26 27
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simone_in_wiltshire
Dec 27, 2025 at 6:23 PM
Recommend a climbing Rose please!
I'd like to have an old-fashioned cottage garden looking climber with smallish, pinkish flowers and long flowering period.Good disease resistance is a must, scent is not that important.The...
I'd like to have an old-fashioned cottage garden looking climber with smallish, pinkish flowers and long flowering period.Good disease resistance is a must, scent is not that important.The plant can be quite vigorous as it has plenty of wall and fence to spread on.I have a favourite...
I'd like to have an old-fashioned cottage garden looking climber with smallish, pinkish flowers and long flowering period.Good disease resistance is a must, scent is not that important.The plant can be quite vigorous as it has plenty of...
I'd like to have an old-fashioned cottage garden looking climber with smallish, pinkish flowers and long flowering period.Good disease resistance is a must, scent is not that important.The...
Selleri, Dec 27, 2025 at 6:19 PM, General Gardening Discussion
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Selleri
Dec 27, 2025 at 6:19 PM
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What are we doing in the garden 2025
Finally, finally managed to plant my botanical tulips. I have done my best for them, a South- West facing sloping bed with much improved well dug soil, I also added a layer of sand under the...
Finally, finally managed to plant my botanical tulips. I have done my best for them, a South- West facing sloping bed with much improved well dug soil, I also added a layer of sand under the bulbs. Fingers crossed they appreciate the effort and feel home in the North East clay. Potted up the...
Finally, finally managed to plant my botanical tulips. I have done my best for them, a South- West facing sloping bed with much improved well dug soil, I also added a layer of sand under the bulbs. Fingers crossed they appreciate the effort and...
Finally, finally managed to plant my botanical tulips. I have done my best for them, a South- West facing sloping bed with much improved well dug soil, I also added a layer of sand under the...
Loofah, Jan 2, 2025, General Gardening Discussion ... 270 271 272
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Selleri
Dec 27, 2025 at 6:04 PM
Suggestions for the Christmas present from hell as far as I’m concerned
@hailbopp You have my full support. That thing looks so ugly, I can't deny the idea that this person who gave it to you wanted to get rid of it. We have a local tip nearby and there is a corner...
@hailbopp You have my full support. That thing looks so ugly, I can't deny the idea that this person who gave it to you wanted to get rid of it. We have a local tip nearby and there is a corner for furniture etc., things that can be still used. I'm sure there will be someone who likes that and...
@hailbopp You have my full support. That thing looks so ugly, I can't deny the idea that this person who gave it to you wanted to get rid of it. We have a local tip nearby and there is a corner for furniture etc., things that can be still used....
@hailbopp You have my full support. That thing looks so ugly, I can't deny the idea that this person who gave it to you wanted to get rid of it. We have a local tip nearby and there is a corner...
hailbopp, Dec 26, 2025 at 11:01 AM, General Gardening Discussion ... 2 3
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simone_in_wiltshire
Dec 27, 2025 at 6:00 PM
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Whats Your Weather Like 2025
We had glass frost this morning. I noticed that because I needed urgently green vegetable after the unhealthy food in the last 6 days. When I left half past 8, it took me some minutes to get the...
We had glass frost this morning. I noticed that because I needed urgently green vegetable after the unhealthy food in the last 6 days. When I left half past 8, it took me some minutes to get the car ready. Roads were a bit icy.It was 0c this morning, but warmed up over the day to 7c and we...
We had glass frost this morning. I noticed that because I needed urgently green vegetable after the unhealthy food in the last 6 days. When I left half past 8, it took me some minutes to get the car ready. Roads were a bit icy.It was 0c this...
We had glass frost this morning. I noticed that because I needed urgently green vegetable after the unhealthy food in the last 6 days. When I left half past 8, it took me some minutes to get the...
wiseowl, Jan 1, 2025, Off-Topic Discussion ... 542 543 544
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simone_in_wiltshire
Dec 27, 2025 at 5:49 PM
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Another Hello from Dorset!
Welcome to the forum, I'm sorry it's so late, But rest assured that you will find The members on here great .There's always someone handy To offer up advice. If you have a question It's...
Welcome to the forum, I'm sorry it's so late, But rest assured that you will find The members on here great .There's always someone handy To offer up advice. If you have a question It's answered in a trice.So buckle up and join the ride It's always lots of fun, Grab a seat, a cup of...
Welcome to the forum, I'm sorry it's so late, But rest assured that you will find The members on here great .There's always someone handy To offer up advice. If you have a question It's answered in a trice.So buckle up and join the ride It's...
Welcome to the forum, I'm sorry it's so late, But rest assured that you will find The members on here great .There's always someone handy To offer up advice. If you have a question It's...
Allex50, Dec 2, 2025, New Members Introduction
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AnniD
Dec 27, 2025 at 4:46 PM
Slow release fertiliser and microplastics
Ohhh.. and I recently bought osmocote 5-6 months to try. Another issue to be scared of....
Ohhh.. and I recently bought osmocote 5-6 months to try. Another issue to be scared of....
Ohhh.. and I recently bought osmocote 5-6 months to try. Another issue to be scared of....
Ohhh.. and I recently bought osmocote 5-6 months to try. Another issue to be scared of....
Adam I, Dec 27, 2025 at 9:44 AM, Compost, Fertilisers & Recycling
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Alisa
Dec 27, 2025 at 4:28 PM
Tips and tricks for everyday life
Consider threatening them with barbed wire - they'll soon perk up
Consider threatening them with barbed wire - they'll soon perk up
Consider threatening them with barbed wire - they'll soon perk up
Consider threatening them with barbed wire - they'll soon perk up
Selleri, Dec 26, 2025 at 6:55 PM, Off-Topic Discussion ... 2
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Philippa
Dec 27, 2025 at 4:24 PM
Environmentally Friendly Ideas
For those of you wondering what to do with those empty plastic chocolate/biscuits tubs, if you live near to a Greene King pub they can be taken there. The money raised goes to Macmillan .Tub2Pub...
For those of you wondering what to do with those empty plastic chocolate/biscuits tubs, if you live near to a Greene King pub they can be taken there. The money raised goes to Macmillan .Tub2Pub | Greene King for Good
For those of you wondering what to do with those empty plastic chocolate/biscuits tubs, if you live near to a Greene King pub they can be taken there. The money raised goes to Macmillan .Tub2Pub | Greene King for Good
For those of you wondering what to do with those empty plastic chocolate/biscuits tubs, if you live near to a Greene King pub they can be taken there. The money raised goes to Macmillan .Tub2Pub...
Snorky85, Feb 24, 2020, Off-Topic Discussion
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AnniD
Dec 27, 2025 at 4:23 PM
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Latest hobby.
Hi,I've just found a useful bonus; free music scores on the web; I've now got "What a wonderful World" four pages in PDF format I've copied directly to my music memory stick; I can now display...
Hi,I've just found a useful bonus; free music scores on the web; I've now got "What a wonderful World" four pages in PDF format I've copied directly to my music memory stick; I can now display this on the new large monitor in the studio. I'm really pleased about this because in the past I'd...
Hi,I've just found a useful bonus; free music scores on the web; I've now got "What a wonderful World" four pages in PDF format I've copied directly to my music memory stick; I can now display this on the new large monitor in the studio. I'm...
Hi,I've just found a useful bonus; free music scores on the web; I've now got "What a wonderful World" four pages in PDF format I've copied directly to my music memory stick; I can now display...
Retired, Nov 7, 2025, Members Hobbies ... 2 3 4
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Retired
Dec 27, 2025 at 4:21 PM
Whaaattt?
I have been known to creep out into the garden in the early hours..........admittedly to watch the Hhogs but I'm sure I would have noticed the odd Vampire or 2. Mind you, it could be the Church,...
I have been known to creep out into the garden in the early hours..........admittedly to watch the Hhogs but I'm sure I would have noticed the odd Vampire or 2. Mind you, it could be the Church, just yards away, which puts them off a bit ?
I have been known to creep out into the garden in the early hours..........admittedly to watch the Hhogs but I'm sure I would have noticed the odd Vampire or 2. Mind you, it could be the Church, just yards away, which puts them off a bit ?
I have been known to creep out into the garden in the early hours..........admittedly to watch the Hhogs but I'm sure I would have noticed the odd Vampire or 2. Mind you, it could be the Church,...
Tidemark, Aug 17, 2024, Off-Topic Discussion ... 295 296 297
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Philippa
Dec 27, 2025 at 3:55 PM
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Fugitive pickled walnuts.
I was thinking mine could make a good fence treatment, or preservative for any timber that is going into the ground, it has a very similar colour to creosote. I'm glad I didn't actually swallow...
I was thinking mine could make a good fence treatment, or preservative for any timber that is going into the ground, it has a very similar colour to creosote. I'm glad I didn't actually swallow any of it.My tongue still feels burnt, I'm having to drink lots of cold beer to sooth it.
I was thinking mine could make a good fence treatment, or preservative for any timber that is going into the ground, it has a very similar colour to creosote. I'm glad I didn't actually swallow any of it.My tongue still feels burnt, I'm having...
I was thinking mine could make a good fence treatment, or preservative for any timber that is going into the ground, it has a very similar colour to creosote. I'm glad I didn't actually swallow...
BB3, Dec 24, 2025 at 5:45 PM, Off-Topic Discussion
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pete
Dec 27, 2025 at 3:30 PM
Toadstools, Mushrooms, Moss, Lichen, etc
Has anyone else noticed a dearth of Toadstools etc. in their garden this Autumn. Just a couple for me which is unusual. Weather related ?
Has anyone else noticed a dearth of Toadstools etc. in their garden this Autumn. Just a couple for me which is unusual. Weather related ?
Has anyone else noticed a dearth of Toadstools etc. in their garden this Autumn. Just a couple for me which is unusual. Weather related ?
Has anyone else noticed a dearth of Toadstools etc. in their garden this Autumn. Just a couple for me which is unusual. Weather related ?
Kedi-Gato, Oct 16, 2007, Identification Area ... 4 5 6
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Philippa
Dec 27, 2025 at 3:08 PM
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A Joke Or Two 2025
On Thursday as I was cooking Christmas Dinner my son said 'One day I will help you with the bills, groceries, expenses and the house-work'My eyes really filled up.He will be 34 next month.
On Thursday as I was cooking Christmas Dinner my son said 'One day I will help you with the bills, groceries, expenses and the house-work'My eyes really filled up.He will be 34 next month.
On Thursday as I was cooking Christmas Dinner my son said 'One day I will help you with the bills, groceries, expenses and the house-work'My eyes really filled up.He will be 34 next month.
On Thursday as I was cooking Christmas Dinner my son said 'One day I will help you with the bills, groceries, expenses and the house-work'My eyes really filled up.He will be 34 next month.
JWK, Jan 1, 2025, The Muppet Show ... 111 112 113
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Cordy
Dec 27, 2025 at 2:27 PM
Lilac/Syringa - types of
Thank you; I feel you are right and this is what my gut tells me too. I don't know why we have to breed plants to become so 'over-showy'. Some doubles are so complicated looking, the lovely...
Thank you; I feel you are right and this is what my gut tells me too. I don't know why we have to breed plants to become so 'over-showy'. Some doubles are so complicated looking, the lovely original flower is lost. I also read somewhere that double flowers are harder for bees to navigate,...
Thank you; I feel you are right and this is what my gut tells me too. I don't know why we have to breed plants to become so 'over-showy'. Some doubles are so complicated looking, the lovely original flower is lost. I also read somewhere that...
Thank you; I feel you are right and this is what my gut tells me too. I don't know why we have to breed plants to become so 'over-showy'. Some doubles are so complicated looking, the lovely...
plantgirl, Dec 26, 2025 at 3:40 PM, Other Plants
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plantgirl
Dec 27, 2025 at 2:16 PM
Feeding houseplants in winter.
My houseplants also have a growth spurt in winter, my theory is that as I tend to re-pot them in spring they focus on root growth into the new compost and have spare energy to put up foliage after...
My houseplants also have a growth spurt in winter, my theory is that as I tend to re-pot them in spring they focus on root growth into the new compost and have spare energy to put up foliage after that.If the growth is strong and not pale or "watery" thin long stems, everything should be just...
My houseplants also have a growth spurt in winter, my theory is that as I tend to re-pot them in spring they focus on root growth into the new compost and have spare energy to put up foliage after that.If the growth is strong and not pale or...
My houseplants also have a growth spurt in winter, my theory is that as I tend to re-pot them in spring they focus on root growth into the new compost and have spare energy to put up foliage after...
Esoxlucius, Dec 27, 2025 at 11:14 AM, Other Plants
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Selleri
Dec 27, 2025 at 1:29 PM
YouTube mega thread
Logan, Oct 27, 2024, Off-Topic Discussion ... 21 22 23
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Logan
Dec 27, 2025 at 11:34 AM
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Show Off Your Pets 2025
I'm glad to know your dog is now able to wear you out @Thevictorian I bet it's a huge relief !
I'm glad to know your dog is now able to wear you out @Thevictorian I bet it's a huge relief !
I'm glad to know your dog is now able to wear you out @Thevictorian I bet it's a huge relief !
I'm glad to know your dog is now able to wear you out @Thevictorian I bet it's a huge relief !
wiseowl, Jan 1, 2025, Pets Corner ... 18 19 20
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Michael Hewett
Dec 27, 2025 at 11:33 AM

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