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  1. JWK
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    What's buzzing flying near you 2026

    Lots of bird footprints. Looks like FlightRadar24.
    Lots of bird footprints. Looks like FlightRadar24.
    Lots of bird footprints. Looks like FlightRadar24.
    Lots of bird footprints. Looks like FlightRadar24.
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  2. GreenFingeredPete
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    Gardeners’ World & Alan Titchmarsh Gardening Club 2025

    Back in the day a master would receive a fee to take on an apprentice in his workshop or business. The apprentice would work there for a number of years (typically 3, 5, or 7) and in the case of...
    Back in the day a master would receive a fee to take on an apprentice in his workshop or business. The apprentice would work there for a number of years (typically 3, 5, or 7) and in the case of many trades complete an apprentice piece that was assessed by his master. He then became a journeyman...
    Back in the day a master would receive a fee to take on an apprentice in his workshop or business. The apprentice would work there for a number of years (typically 3, 5, or 7) and in the case of many trades complete an apprentice piece that was...
    Back in the day a master would receive a fee to take on an apprentice in his workshop or business. The apprentice would work there for a number of years (typically 3, 5, or 7) and in the case of...
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  3. Loofah
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    Yawn Yawn Wakey Wakey 2026

    We have a door! Well, a design! Another no was a door which shut/locked automatically without a key. Chances of us being locked out on day one? 100% No wonder our neighbours have a key bank. We...
    We have a door! Well, a design! Another no was a door which shut/locked automatically without a key. Chances of us being locked out on day one? 100% No wonder our neighbours have a key bank. We 'tried' to go to the van today, but the lane into the site hadn't been cleared, so we didn't risk it....
    We have a door! Well, a design! Another no was a door which shut/locked automatically without a key. Chances of us being locked out on day one? 100% No wonder our neighbours have a key bank. We 'tried' to go to the van today, but the lane into...
    We have a door! Well, a design! Another no was a door which shut/locked automatically without a key. Chances of us being locked out on day one? 100% No wonder our neighbours have a key bank. We...
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  4. Tidemark

    Whaaattt?

    Indeed!And there is now a summer equivalent, held in China, which is an additional worry.
    Indeed!And there is now a summer equivalent, held in China, which is an additional worry.
    Indeed!And there is now a summer equivalent, held in China, which is an additional worry.
    Indeed!And there is now a summer equivalent, held in China, which is an additional worry.
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  5. Victoria
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    An Algarve Garden 2024 to 2026

    Ho they are nice, like big trumpets, lovely colour too, brightened my day up….. our temperature at the lowest this week was -8 and 2c in the day, maybe snow tomorrow.:snowing:
    Ho they are nice, like big trumpets, lovely colour too, brightened my day up….. our temperature at the lowest this week was -8 and 2c in the day, maybe snow tomorrow.:snowing:
    Ho they are nice, like big trumpets, lovely colour too, brightened my day up….. our temperature at the lowest this week was -8 and 2c in the day, maybe snow tomorrow.:snowing:
    Ho they are nice, like big trumpets, lovely colour too, brightened my day up….. our temperature at the lowest this week was -8 and 2c in the day, maybe snow tomorrow.:snowing:
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  6. simone_in_wiltshire
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    What are we doing in the garden 2026

    The borders and lawn are still wet here so I’ve done nothing today apart from removing the dried leaves of the Hakonechloa edging my steps. They had reached that messy stage of being blown around...
    The borders and lawn are still wet here so I’ve done nothing today apart from removing the dried leaves of the Hakonechloa edging my steps. They had reached that messy stage of being blown around the garden and paving. I’ve left another border of them as they are still intact and protecting...
    The borders and lawn are still wet here so I’ve done nothing today apart from removing the dried leaves of the Hakonechloa edging my steps. They had reached that messy stage of being blown around the garden and paving. I’ve left another border of...
    The borders and lawn are still wet here so I’ve done nothing today apart from removing the dried leaves of the Hakonechloa edging my steps. They had reached that messy stage of being blown around...
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  7. JWK
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    What's your weather like 2026

    Seems pretty rough here too now. I can hear the wind in the Trachy. So our warmer temps don't feel so warm. And there's still white stuff on the ground so it would not be good walking conditions...
    Seems pretty rough here too now. I can hear the wind in the Trachy. So our warmer temps don't feel so warm. And there's still white stuff on the ground so it would not be good walking conditions anyway.I think it has just started raining.Monday looks like a bit of everything and max 12c.
    Seems pretty rough here too now. I can hear the wind in the Trachy. So our warmer temps don't feel so warm. And there's still white stuff on the ground so it would not be good walking conditions anyway.I think it has just started...
    Seems pretty rough here too now. I can hear the wind in the Trachy. So our warmer temps don't feel so warm. And there's still white stuff on the ground so it would not be good walking conditions...
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  8. JWK
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  9. JWK
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    Latest moan from you and me 2026

    I believe both Anaconda and Burmese Pythons can also be found there. You could have hours of fun dangling an annoying child on a rope over a waterway and taking bets on which critter grabs them...
    I believe both Anaconda and Burmese Pythons can also be found there. You could have hours of fun dangling an annoying child on a rope over a waterway and taking bets on which critter grabs them and how long it takes.
    I believe both Anaconda and Burmese Pythons can also be found there. You could have hours of fun dangling an annoying child on a rope over a waterway and taking bets on which critter grabs them and how long it takes.
    I believe both Anaconda and Burmese Pythons can also be found there. You could have hours of fun dangling an annoying child on a rope over a waterway and taking bets on which critter grabs them...
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  10. Victoria

    Tortoise

    Very similar to the one I saw, it was digging at the time.
    Very similar to the one I saw, it was digging at the time.
    Very similar to the one I saw, it was digging at the time.
    Very similar to the one I saw, it was digging at the time.
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  11. hailbopp

    Suggestions for the Christmas present from hell as far as I’m concerned

    Well I will have to get my thinking cap on and make up some totally believable!! “ porky pie:)
    Well I will have to get my thinking cap on and make up some totally believable!! “ porky pie:)
    Well I will have to get my thinking cap on and make up some totally believable!! “ porky pie:)
    Well I will have to get my thinking cap on and make up some totally believable!! “ porky pie:)
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  12. JWK
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    Things that have made you happy today 2026

    Saturday morning pancakes for breakfast, with blueberries and strawberries. Little pleasures can bring a smile to the day.
    Saturday morning pancakes for breakfast, with blueberries and strawberries. Little pleasures can bring a smile to the day.
    Saturday morning pancakes for breakfast, with blueberries and strawberries. Little pleasures can bring a smile to the day.
    Saturday morning pancakes for breakfast, with blueberries and strawberries. Little pleasures can bring a smile to the day.
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  13. Upsydaisy
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    What's Cooking Today??

    And my post again confirms that when I ask for a recipe, it is not just idle curiosity. I do try the ones I ask people to share. And my requests are in earnest :)I'm looking forward to tasting...
    And my post again confirms that when I ask for a recipe, it is not just idle curiosity. I do try the ones I ask people to share. And my requests are in earnest :)I'm looking forward to tasting your wine recipe :)
    And my post again confirms that when I ask for a recipe, it is not just idle curiosity. I do try the ones I ask people to share. And my requests are in earnest :)I'm looking forward to tasting your wine recipe :)
    And my post again confirms that when I ask for a recipe, it is not just idle curiosity. I do try the ones I ask people to share. And my requests are in earnest :)I'm looking forward to tasting...
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  14. Fat Controller

    What has tunnelled in?

    I've gone with sealed, pre-baited boxes for the safety of the dogs, so won't be able to do that. I was tempted to fill the holes in, but then wondered if all I would do is remove their exit...
    I've gone with sealed, pre-baited boxes for the safety of the dogs, so won't be able to do that. I was tempted to fill the holes in, but then wondered if all I would do is remove their exit...
    I've gone with sealed, pre-baited boxes for the safety of the dogs, so won't be able to do that. I was tempted to fill the holes in, but then wondered if all I would do is remove their exit...
    I've gone with sealed, pre-baited boxes for the safety of the dogs, so won't be able to do that. I was tempted to fill the holes in, but then wondered if all I would do is remove their exit...
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  15. Marley Farley
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    WILDFLOWERS YOU HAVE SEEN WHILE OUT WALKING

    A mixture of bracket and jelly fungus from today's walk
    A mixture of bracket and jelly fungus from today's walk
    A mixture of bracket and jelly fungus from today's walk
    A mixture of bracket and jelly fungus from today's walk
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  16. Plantminded
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    What's Looking Good January 2026

    Fuchsia microphylla
    Fuchsia microphylla
    Fuchsia microphylla
    Fuchsia microphylla
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  17. JWK
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    Show Off Your Pets 2026

    I don't know why but apparently it does, and you should not give it to cats with a thyroid problem. I also just eat what I want ...
    I don't know why but apparently it does, and you should not give it to cats with a thyroid problem. I also just eat what I want ...
    I don't know why but apparently it does, and you should not give it to cats with a thyroid problem. I also just eat what I want ...
    I don't know why but apparently it does, and you should not give it to cats with a thyroid problem. I also just eat what I want ...
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  18. Victoria
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    Brugmansia

    It is a wow for months, especially this time of year. :biggrin:
    It is a wow for months, especially this time of year. :biggrin:
    It is a wow for months, especially this time of year. :biggrin:
    It is a wow for months, especially this time of year. :biggrin:
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  19. Logan
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  20. Jungle Jane

    Anyone struck fig tree cuttings before?

    Thanks everyone for their input. I've taken a few cuttings and put one pot outside and the other 2 on the kitchen window.This is the tree I'm going to have to leave behindLots of pencil...
    Thanks everyone for their input. I've taken a few cuttings and put one pot outside and the other 2 on the kitchen window.This is the tree I'm going to have to leave behindLots of pencil sized straight growth coming from parts that I pruned hard back last winter
    Thanks everyone for their input. I've taken a few cuttings and put one pot outside and the other 2 on the kitchen window.This is the tree I'm going to have to leave behindLots of pencil sized straight growth coming from parts that I...
    Thanks everyone for their input. I've taken a few cuttings and put one pot outside and the other 2 on the kitchen window.This is the tree I'm going to have to leave behindLots of pencil...
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