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  1. Recipes

    Let Others In On Your Secret Recipes .
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    Latest: Bread making Jenny namaste, Jan 18, 2025
  2. Hook, Line and Sinker

    The fishing forum
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    Latest: Course fishing burnie, Jul 25, 2023
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  2. wiseowl
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    Crafters Corner 2025

    Well I did something wrong there!!!
    Well I did something wrong there!!!
    Well I did something wrong there!!!
    Well I did something wrong there!!!
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  3. wiseowl
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    Sunrise This Morning

    Fantastic, Woo! Just this morning I was reading a blog post from the Met Office where they talked about the Saharan dust & it producing vivid sunrises & sunsets & my mind went directly to some of...
    Fantastic, Woo! Just this morning I was reading a blog post from the Met Office where they talked about the Saharan dust & it producing vivid sunrises & sunsets & my mind went directly to some of the pictures you've posted of sunrises & sunsets! I look at this thread & lo & behold some fabulous...
    Fantastic, Woo! Just this morning I was reading a blog post from the Met Office where they talked about the Saharan dust & it producing vivid sunrises & sunsets & my mind went directly to some of the pictures you've posted of sunrises & sunsets!...
    Fantastic, Woo! Just this morning I was reading a blog post from the Met Office where they talked about the Saharan dust & it producing vivid sunrises & sunsets & my mind went directly to some of...
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  4. Fat Controller
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    International Space Station

    Around the spring & autumn equinoxes the view is fantastic! There are times when you can make out the cross configuration as well! Unfortunately it not visible from here this month. :sad:
    Around the spring & autumn equinoxes the view is fantastic! There are times when you can make out the cross configuration as well! Unfortunately it not visible from here this month. :sad:
    Around the spring & autumn equinoxes the view is fantastic! There are times when you can make out the cross configuration as well! Unfortunately it not visible from here this month. :sad:
    Around the spring & autumn equinoxes the view is fantastic! There are times when you can make out the cross configuration as well! Unfortunately it not visible from here this month. :sad:
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  5. wiseowl
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    What Are You Reading

    Reading a brilliant series of books, by J D Kirk, at the moment. DCI Logan is the main character. They are set in and around the Scottish Highlands (based in Inverness) and the humour is typically...
    Reading a brilliant series of books, by J D Kirk, at the moment. DCI Logan is the main character. They are set in and around the Scottish Highlands (based in Inverness) and the humour is typically Scottish (as is the language). Good stories and a great group of regular protagonists.
    Reading a brilliant series of books, by J D Kirk, at the moment. DCI Logan is the main character. They are set in and around the Scottish Highlands (based in Inverness) and the humour is typically Scottish (as is the language). Good stories and a...
    Reading a brilliant series of books, by J D Kirk, at the moment. DCI Logan is the main character. They are set in and around the Scottish Highlands (based in Inverness) and the humour is typically...
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  6. wiseowl
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    Aquarium Corner

    Good morning @Sheal and @Perki my friend yes the aquarium keepers best friend I have 3 of them and they keep my tank spotlessThis is the large one
    Good morning @Sheal and @Perki my friend yes the aquarium keepers best friend I have 3 of them and they keep my tank spotlessThis is the large one
    Good morning @Sheal and @Perki my friend yes the aquarium keepers best friend I have 3 of them and they keep my tank spotlessThis is the large one
    Good morning @Sheal and @Perki my friend yes the aquarium keepers best friend I have 3 of them and they keep my tank spotlessThis is the large one
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  7. Poly Hive
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    Bee Keeping

    Please don't burn me because of necromancy. I just have to say I really admire beekeepers.I try to plan my garden to be a banquet for bees and feed them whatever they desire, but keeping a...
    Please don't burn me because of necromancy. I just have to say I really admire beekeepers.I try to plan my garden to be a banquet for bees and feed them whatever they desire, but keeping a whole stock alive is something I probably couldn't ever do. That, and my wife would probably kill me...
    Please don't burn me because of necromancy. I just have to say I really admire beekeepers.I try to plan my garden to be a banquet for bees and feed them whatever they desire, but keeping a whole stock alive is something I probably couldn't...
    Please don't burn me because of necromancy. I just have to say I really admire beekeepers.I try to plan my garden to be a banquet for bees and feed them whatever they desire, but keeping a...
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  8. martin-f
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    Star gazing

    Yes, it is, pete:thumbsup:. It's sometimes caused also by ice particles high in the atmosphere. You can also get the same effect causing strangely shaped rainbows in the sky sometimes called Sky Dragons...
    Yes, it is, pete:thumbsup:. It's sometimes caused also by ice particles high in the atmosphere. You can also get the same effect causing strangely shaped rainbows in the sky sometimes called Sky Dragons or Glories.:cat-kittyandsmiley::coffee:
    Yes, it is, pete:thumbsup:. It's sometimes caused also by ice particles high in the atmosphere. You can also get the same effect causing strangely shaped rainbows in the sky sometimes called Sky Dragons or Glories.:cat-kittyandsmiley::coffee:
    Yes, it is, pete:thumbsup:. It's sometimes caused also by ice particles high in the atmosphere. You can also get the same effect causing strangely shaped rainbows in the sky sometimes called Sky Dragons...
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  9. Marley Farley
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    Memory Corner.. For your old photos, memories & stories..

    Going into the wrong room can get you arrested in some circumstances! :hate-shocked: :loll:
    Going into the wrong room can get you arrested in some circumstances! :hate-shocked: :loll:
    Going into the wrong room can get you arrested in some circumstances! :hate-shocked: :loll:
    Going into the wrong room can get you arrested in some circumstances! :hate-shocked: :loll:
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  10. Spruce
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    Spruce's honey bees

    This thread.? ;) @Spruce
    This thread.? ;) @Spruce
    This thread.? ;) @Spruce
    This thread.? ;) @Spruce
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  11. wiseowl
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    WOOS GARDEN

    Tell you what Woo, if and when I think up a good idea, I will share it with you. The thing is, I didn`t expect my pond to empty itself overnight. The power was too great to just produce a...
    Tell you what Woo, if and when I think up a good idea, I will share it with you. The thing is, I didn`t expect my pond to empty itself overnight. The power was too great to just produce a trickle, and I thought at the time ''jolly good job there were no fish in there'' That`s why I decided...
    Tell you what Woo, if and when I think up a good idea, I will share it with you. The thing is, I didn`t expect my pond to empty itself overnight. The power was too great to just produce a trickle, and I thought at the time ''jolly good job...
    Tell you what Woo, if and when I think up a good idea, I will share it with you. The thing is, I didn`t expect my pond to empty itself overnight. The power was too great to just produce a...
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  12. wiseowl
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    Woos Garden

    Hello again
    Hello again
    Hello again
    Hello again
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  13. ARMANDII
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    AN OBSERVATORY FOR THE GARDEN

    It's another crystal clear night tonight :dbgrtmb: and I've been out there just admiring the heavens full of lights. :)
    It's another crystal clear night tonight :dbgrtmb: and I've been out there just admiring the heavens full of lights. :)
    It's another crystal clear night tonight :dbgrtmb: and I've been out there just admiring the heavens full of lights. :)
    It's another crystal clear night tonight :dbgrtmb: and I've been out there just admiring the heavens full of lights. :)
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  15. Retired
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    Latest hobby.

    Hi,Many thanks @Sheal & Very appreciated.I think all violin novices go through the cat yowling stage @Sheal; fortunately I soon put that part behind me which surprised me; there are lots of...
    Hi,Many thanks @Sheal & Very appreciated.I think all violin novices go through the cat yowling stage @Sheal; fortunately I soon put that part behind me which surprised me; there are lots of YouTube videos demonstrating how to bow correctly.I still have problems using the correct bow...
    Hi,Many thanks @Sheal & Very appreciated.I think all violin novices go through the cat yowling stage @Sheal; fortunately I soon put that part behind me which surprised me; there are lots of YouTube videos demonstrating how to bow...
    Hi,Many thanks @Sheal & Very appreciated.I think all violin novices go through the cat yowling stage @Sheal; fortunately I soon put that part behind me which surprised me; there are lots of...
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  16. Retired

    Another hobby. Welding.

    Hi,I take welding for granted because I've been doing it for so long but I never ever take safety for granted and I should have stressed this sooner; I don't want any member or anyone to get...
    Hi,I take welding for granted because I've been doing it for so long but I never ever take safety for granted and I should have stressed this sooner; I don't want any member or anyone to get hurt because I've encouraged them to start welding; all types of welding has dangers; some not...
    Hi,I take welding for granted because I've been doing it for so long but I never ever take safety for granted and I should have stressed this sooner; I don't want any member or anyone to get hurt because I've encouraged them to start welding;...
    Hi,I take welding for granted because I've been doing it for so long but I never ever take safety for granted and I should have stressed this sooner; I don't want any member or anyone to get...
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  17. Retired

    Another hobby. Desk & Vanity unit.

    Hi,It's very welcome @Valley Gardener I'm pleased to see it; I'm sure your granddaughter will love it; a very happy birthday to her.A Cute Kitten Wishes Happy Birthday.Kind regards, Col.
    Hi,It's very welcome @Valley Gardener I'm pleased to see it; I'm sure your granddaughter will love it; a very happy birthday to her.A Cute Kitten Wishes Happy Birthday.Kind regards, Col.
    Hi,It's very welcome @Valley Gardener I'm pleased to see it; I'm sure your granddaughter will love it; a very happy birthday to her.A Cute Kitten Wishes Happy Birthday.Kind regards, Col.
    Hi,It's very welcome @Valley Gardener I'm pleased to see it; I'm sure your granddaughter will love it; a very happy birthday to her.A Cute Kitten Wishes Happy Birthday.Kind regards, Col.
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  18. Retired
    Like x 3

    Another hobby. Antique clock case.

    @Retired your studio looks amazing.
    @Retired your studio looks amazing.
    @Retired your studio looks amazing.
    @Retired your studio looks amazing.
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  19. Retired
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    Another project. Chest of oak drawers.

    Hi,Thanks so much @Logan To get a copy of this made by a cabinetmaker would cost a great deal of money considering the amount of oak and time went into it. Fortunately I had just enough oak but...
    Hi,Thanks so much @Logan To get a copy of this made by a cabinetmaker would cost a great deal of money considering the amount of oak and time went into it. Fortunately I had just enough oak but it was touch and go. I love the smell in the workshop of freshly cut timber. I was so happy and...
    Hi,Thanks so much @Logan To get a copy of this made by a cabinetmaker would cost a great deal of money considering the amount of oak and time went into it. Fortunately I had just enough oak but it was touch and go. I love the smell in the...
    Hi,Thanks so much @Logan To get a copy of this made by a cabinetmaker would cost a great deal of money considering the amount of oak and time went into it. Fortunately I had just enough oak but...
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  20. Retired
    Like x 5

    Another hobby. Potentiometer.

    Hi,I certainly believe you @Bluejayway; starting at the senior school I was now taught two hours per week woodworking; I detested the bully of a teacher who enjoyed using a strap on the boys; he...
    Hi,I certainly believe you @Bluejayway; starting at the senior school I was now taught two hours per week woodworking; I detested the bully of a teacher who enjoyed using a strap on the boys; he was absolute rubbish and called us all "Septimus" he had the habit of breaking a Victory V lozenge...
    Hi,I certainly believe you @Bluejayway; starting at the senior school I was now taught two hours per week woodworking; I detested the bully of a teacher who enjoyed using a strap on the boys; he was absolute rubbish and called us all "Septimus"...
    Hi,I certainly believe you @Bluejayway; starting at the senior school I was now taught two hours per week woodworking; I detested the bully of a teacher who enjoyed using a strap on the boys; he...
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  21. Retired
    Like x 3

    Another two hobbies. Metal spinning & Tig welding.

    Hi,Thanks @Selleri lads classes were different to the girls classes so I was never taught needlework but I think I'd have been better with needlwork than woodwork. I can knit though but on...
    Hi,Thanks @Selleri lads classes were different to the girls classes so I was never taught needlework but I think I'd have been better with needlwork than woodwork. I can knit though but on industrial knitting machines knitting materials like Jersey and Crimplene where I worked continental...
    Hi,Thanks @Selleri lads classes were different to the girls classes so I was never taught needlework but I think I'd have been better with needlwork than woodwork. I can knit though but on industrial knitting machines knitting materials like...
    Hi,Thanks @Selleri lads classes were different to the girls classes so I was never taught needlework but I think I'd have been better with needlwork than woodwork. I can knit though but on...
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  22. hydrogardener

    Retrofit an older drone with remote ID.

    It was a beautiful day to fly the drone, bright sun, puffy clouds, no wind. The foliage is near peak and I thought I would get an image before the wind takes the leaves away. We had a long...
    It was a beautiful day to fly the drone, bright sun, puffy clouds, no wind. The foliage is near peak and I thought I would get an image before the wind takes the leaves away. We had a long drought this summer and our reservoir is about as low as I have ever seen it. This is Tomnannock...
    It was a beautiful day to fly the drone, bright sun, puffy clouds, no wind. The foliage is near peak and I thought I would get an image before the wind takes the leaves away. We had a long drought this summer and our reservoir is about as low...
    It was a beautiful day to fly the drone, bright sun, puffy clouds, no wind. The foliage is near peak and I thought I would get an image before the wind takes the leaves away. We had a long...
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  23. Retired
    Like x 8

    Multiple hobbies.

    Most impressive. Not a lot more I can say! Your woodwork teacher would be proud of you.:)
    Most impressive. Not a lot more I can say! Your woodwork teacher would be proud of you.:)
    Most impressive. Not a lot more I can say! Your woodwork teacher would be proud of you.:)
    Most impressive. Not a lot more I can say! Your woodwork teacher would be proud of you.:)
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  24. Retired
    Like x 7

    Street numbers.

    Are there houses on only one side of the road, just wondering if they are leaving an option to build on the other side?
    Are there houses on only one side of the road, just wondering if they are leaving an option to build on the other side?
    Are there houses on only one side of the road, just wondering if they are leaving an option to build on the other side?
    Are there houses on only one side of the road, just wondering if they are leaving an option to build on the other side?
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  25. Purple Streaks

    handmade dolls

    Thanks Tidemark x
    Thanks Tidemark x
    Thanks Tidemark x
    Thanks Tidemark x
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  26. Purple Streaks

    Painting and using heat guns ?

    I use any Acrylic paint and and a pourer to thin them down this can be water or a glue mix. then its just a case of pouring them onto a canvas, or something solid like plywood. the idea is after...
    I use any Acrylic paint and and a pourer to thin them down this can be water or a glue mix. then its just a case of pouring them onto a canvas, or something solid like plywood. the idea is after you have poured your paint on in whatever order of colour ,the choice is yours you then tilt you...
    I use any Acrylic paint and and a pourer to thin them down this can be water or a glue mix. then its just a case of pouring them onto a canvas, or something solid like plywood. the idea is after you have poured your paint on in whatever order...
    I use any Acrylic paint and and a pourer to thin them down this can be water or a glue mix. then its just a case of pouring them onto a canvas, or something solid like plywood. the idea is after...
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  27. Mollydog

    New DJI drone

    I’ve been hooked on drone videoing since seeing some footage a friend of mine took while he was on holiday in northern Italy with a DJI drone, that must have been a good 8 years ago,A couple...
    I’ve been hooked on drone videoing since seeing some footage a friend of mine took while he was on holiday in northern Italy with a DJI drone, that must have been a good 8 years ago,A couple of years back I bought a toy drone to practice with, no camera or anything, cost around £20 - £25,...
    I’ve been hooked on drone videoing since seeing some footage a friend of mine took while he was on holiday in northern Italy with a DJI drone, that must have been a good 8 years ago,A couple of years back I bought a toy drone to practice...
    I’ve been hooked on drone videoing since seeing some footage a friend of mine took while he was on holiday in northern Italy with a DJI drone, that must have been a good 8 years ago,A couple...
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  28. wiseowl
    Like x 13

    |Used My New Drone "DJI Neo" On Sunday

    Same! Blasted things are impossible :heehee:
    Same! Blasted things are impossible :heehee:
    Same! Blasted things are impossible :heehee:
    Same! Blasted things are impossible :heehee:
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  29. Victoria
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    VictoriArt

    It is almost a year since I posted. I am sure I have done some things but the following lap afghan I have done over the past few months.I an starting on a Gold and Brown one, but cannot...
    It is almost a year since I posted. I am sure I have done some things but the following lap afghan I have done over the past few months.I an starting on a Gold and Brown one, but cannot make up my mind on the pattern I want.
    It is almost a year since I posted. I am sure I have done some things but the following lap afghan I have done over the past few months.I an starting on a Gold and Brown one, but cannot make up my mind on the pattern I want.
    It is almost a year since I posted. I am sure I have done some things but the following lap afghan I have done over the past few months.I an starting on a Gold and Brown one, but cannot...
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  30. ArmyAirForce
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    A Year of Astronomy from the Pinetree Observatory

    9th January 2025That was a long cold night. I was in the observatory from 16:37hrs to 22:39hrs, bar one short coffee break indoors! 86 video files captured of the Moon, Jupiter, Mars, Venus,...
    9th January 2025That was a long cold night. I was in the observatory from 16:37hrs to 22:39hrs, bar one short coffee break indoors! 86 video files captured of the Moon, Jupiter, Mars, Venus, plus some DSLR and phone shots. Moved on from cold to freezing to hyperthermia, but all in a good...
    9th January 2025That was a long cold night. I was in the observatory from 16:37hrs to 22:39hrs, bar one short coffee break indoors! 86 video files captured of the Moon, Jupiter, Mars, Venus, plus some DSLR and phone shots. Moved on from cold to...
    9th January 2025That was a long cold night. I was in the observatory from 16:37hrs to 22:39hrs, bar one short coffee break indoors! 86 video files captured of the Moon, Jupiter, Mars, Venus,...
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  31. wiseowl
    Locked

    Crafters Corner 2023/2024

    Love the snuggle blanket @SherwoodArrow .My Granny was horrified - in the 1960s - when my Mum bought me an emerald green jumper with royal blue edging to wear under a royal blue pinafore...
    Love the snuggle blanket @SherwoodArrow .My Granny was horrified - in the 1960s - when my Mum bought me an emerald green jumper with royal blue edging to wear under a royal blue pinafore dress! 'Blue and Green Should Never Be Seen' she declared in stentorian tones. But she couldn't be...
    Love the snuggle blanket @SherwoodArrow .My Granny was horrified - in the 1960s - when my Mum bought me an emerald green jumper with royal blue edging to wear under a royal blue pinafore dress! 'Blue and Green Should Never Be Seen' she declared...
    Love the snuggle blanket @SherwoodArrow .My Granny was horrified - in the 1960s - when my Mum bought me an emerald green jumper with royal blue edging to wear under a royal blue pinafore...
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  32. wiseowl
    Like x 7

    Cobham Woods This Morning

    Some from that walkI think this might have been my favourite though...
    Some from that walkI think this might have been my favourite though...
    Some from that walkI think this might have been my favourite though...
    Some from that walkI think this might have been my favourite though...
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  33. ArmyAirForce
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    Colours of Autumn WW2 Jeep Tour

    One of my hobbies, is running a small collection of World War 2 military vehicles. My wife and I take them to a number of 1940s events across the year, as well as just going for a ride for the fun...
    One of my hobbies, is running a small collection of World War 2 military vehicles. My wife and I take them to a number of 1940s events across the year, as well as just going for a ride for the fun of it. Unlike a lot of classic car owners, we go out any weather, any season, so long as the roads...
    One of my hobbies, is running a small collection of World War 2 military vehicles. My wife and I take them to a number of 1940s events across the year, as well as just going for a ride for the fun of it. Unlike a lot of classic car owners, we go...
    One of my hobbies, is running a small collection of World War 2 military vehicles. My wife and I take them to a number of 1940s events across the year, as well as just going for a ride for the fun...
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  34. fairygirl
    Like x 21

    Hill Walk

    That's a pity your walking is limited I'm not sure what I'd do if I couldn't walk. I try not to think about that. I've added a few more Munros [20 something] but the whole lockdown thing...
    That's a pity your walking is limited I'm not sure what I'd do if I couldn't walk. I try not to think about that. I've added a few more Munros [20 something] but the whole lockdown thing prevented a lot of travel, and many of them are now a bit further afield so it becomes trickier. My knees...
    That's a pity your walking is limited I'm not sure what I'd do if I couldn't walk. I try not to think about that. I've added a few more Munros [20 something] but the whole lockdown thing prevented a lot of travel, and many of them are now a bit...
    That's a pity your walking is limited I'm not sure what I'd do if I couldn't walk. I try not to think about that. I've added a few more Munros [20 something] but the whole lockdown thing...
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