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  2. shiney
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    Parking Fine Scams and others

    I thought it best to start a new thread on this as the other ones I have posted are fairly old now.There is a spate of parking fine scams going around at the moment.Most of them are sent by...
    I thought it best to start a new thread on this as the other ones I have posted are fairly old now.There is a spate of parking fine scams going around at the moment.Most of them are sent by text or email and all of those are scams.Real Penalty Charge Notices or parking charge notices...
    I thought it best to start a new thread on this as the other ones I have posted are fairly old now.There is a spate of parking fine scams going around at the moment.Most of them are sent by text or email and all of those are scams.Real...
    I thought it best to start a new thread on this as the other ones I have posted are fairly old now.There is a spate of parking fine scams going around at the moment.Most of them are sent by...
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  3. ricky101
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    Corona Virus Treatment

    My theory is that at least some of the arm pain/stiffness around the injection site is a reaction to having something injected into the muscle, pretty much irrespective of what was in the...
    My theory is that at least some of the arm pain/stiffness around the injection site is a reaction to having something injected into the muscle, pretty much irrespective of what was in the injection. Previously I've had covid and flu vaccines separately so I know they both make my arm sore for...
    My theory is that at least some of the arm pain/stiffness around the injection site is a reaction to having something injected into the muscle, pretty much irrespective of what was in the injection. Previously I've had covid and flu vaccines...
    My theory is that at least some of the arm pain/stiffness around the injection site is a reaction to having something injected into the muscle, pretty much irrespective of what was in the...
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  4. shiney
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    Hints On Booking Cruises

    The Villa Vie is now offering “escape from Trump” packages.Cruise line offers ‘escape’ from Trump presidency with multi-year packagesVILLA VIE ODYSSEY Current Location
    The Villa Vie is now offering “escape from Trump” packages.Cruise line offers ‘escape’ from Trump presidency with multi-year packagesVILLA VIE ODYSSEY Current Location
    The Villa Vie is now offering “escape from Trump” packages.Cruise line offers ‘escape’ from Trump presidency with multi-year packagesVILLA VIE ODYSSEY Current Location
    The Villa Vie is now offering “escape from Trump” packages.Cruise line offers ‘escape’ from Trump presidency with multi-year packagesVILLA VIE ODYSSEY Current Location
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  5. shiney
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    Part Of A Thank You From Our Charity

    Over many years we have opened our garden for a local charity and many GC members have come and supported us.We have raised quite a bit of money for them (probably over £50k) and we always...
    Over many years we have opened our garden for a local charity and many GC members have come and supported us.We have raised quite a bit of money for them (probably over £50k) and we always receive a thank you. This time, amongst the other messages from them they have included this story which...
    Over many years we have opened our garden for a local charity and many GC members have come and supported us.We have raised quite a bit of money for them (probably over £50k) and we always receive a thank you. This time, amongst the other...
    Over many years we have opened our garden for a local charity and many GC members have come and supported us.We have raised quite a bit of money for them (probably over £50k) and we always...
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  6. Sheal
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    Household tips

    The little interdentate brushes are excellent for cleaning computer keyboards and other small holes and crevices.
    The little interdentate brushes are excellent for cleaning computer keyboards and other small holes and crevices.
    The little interdentate brushes are excellent for cleaning computer keyboards and other small holes and crevices.
    The little interdentate brushes are excellent for cleaning computer keyboards and other small holes and crevices.
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  7. Upsydaisy
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    What's Cooking Today??

    No mushrooms here as Possum thinks she doesn't like them. OH will be having dinner with pals after a golf competition so Possum and I will have duck breast with plum sauce, gratin dauphinois,...
    No mushrooms here as Possum thinks she doesn't like them. OH will be having dinner with pals after a golf competition so Possum and I will have duck breast with plum sauce, gratin dauphinois, cavolo nero and peas.
    No mushrooms here as Possum thinks she doesn't like them. OH will be having dinner with pals after a golf competition so Possum and I will have duck breast with plum sauce, gratin dauphinois, cavolo nero and peas.
    No mushrooms here as Possum thinks she doesn't like them. OH will be having dinner with pals after a golf competition so Possum and I will have duck breast with plum sauce, gratin dauphinois,...
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  8. shiney
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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...
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  9. JWK
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    Things that have made you happy today 2025

    I was driving a buses at the time when we had a very bad winter, ice & snow and very few roads gritted. The worst part for me was driving my Fiesta getting to the bus dept. I can remember getting...
    I was driving a buses at the time when we had a very bad winter, ice & snow and very few roads gritted. The worst part for me was driving my Fiesta getting to the bus dept. I can remember getting the bus stuck and eating my turkey sandwich along with a flask of coffee.
    I was driving a buses at the time when we had a very bad winter, ice & snow and very few roads gritted. The worst part for me was driving my Fiesta getting to the bus dept. I can remember getting the bus stuck and eating my turkey sandwich along...
    I was driving a buses at the time when we had a very bad winter, ice & snow and very few roads gritted. The worst part for me was driving my Fiesta getting to the bus dept. I can remember getting...
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  10. wiseowl
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    Latest Moan From You and Me 2025

    I think we all support charities of certain types for various reasons. I think the problems come when well healed celebrities start preaching to those of us with just a normal income.
    I think we all support charities of certain types for various reasons. I think the problems come when well healed celebrities start preaching to those of us with just a normal income.
    I think we all support charities of certain types for various reasons. I think the problems come when well healed celebrities start preaching to those of us with just a normal income.
    I think we all support charities of certain types for various reasons. I think the problems come when well healed celebrities start preaching to those of us with just a normal income.
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  11. JWK
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    Your day (apart from gardening) what took place ? 2025

    Pulled the fridge out, cleaned the drip tray over the compressor and the floor, wiped the top and sides of the fridge. Then repeat with the freezer.
    Pulled the fridge out, cleaned the drip tray over the compressor and the floor, wiped the top and sides of the fridge. Then repeat with the freezer.
    Pulled the fridge out, cleaned the drip tray over the compressor and the floor, wiped the top and sides of the fridge. Then repeat with the freezer.
    Pulled the fridge out, cleaned the drip tray over the compressor and the floor, wiped the top and sides of the fridge. Then repeat with the freezer.
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    NigelJ
    Dec 18, 2025 at 11:47 AM
  12. wiseowl
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    Whats Your Weather Like 2025

    Absolutely miserable here, so dark and rainy I just don't feel like doing anything.
    Absolutely miserable here, so dark and rainy I just don't feel like doing anything.
    Absolutely miserable here, so dark and rainy I just don't feel like doing anything.
    Absolutely miserable here, so dark and rainy I just don't feel like doing anything.
    wiseowl, Jan 1, 2025 ... 530 531 532
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  14. Rex

    first with the spam

    Iââ?¬â?¢ve bagged this one twice (free mobile, free line rental, free calls, YES, ITS ALL FREE)Make sure you are a logged in member of rpoints before you wade in ââ?¬â?? rpoints will give you...
    Iââ?¬â?¢ve bagged this one twice (free mobile, free line rental, free calls, YES, ITS ALL FREE)Make sure you are a logged in member of rpoints before you wade in ââ?¬â?? rpoints will give you Ã?£9 for each phone you bag.If you are not a member join via this link...
    Iââ?¬â?¢ve bagged this one twice (free mobile, free line rental, free calls, YES, ITS ALL FREE)Make sure you are a logged in member of rpoints before you wade in ââ?¬â?? rpoints will give you Ã?£9 for each phone you bag.If you are not a...
    Iââ?¬â?¢ve bagged this one twice (free mobile, free line rental, free calls, YES, ITS ALL FREE)Make sure you are a logged in member of rpoints before you wade in ââ?¬â?? rpoints will give you...
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  15. Rex

    second with the spam!!! - here's �£5 for free

    looks like i owe you 4 pints so far!!!Clickthru time Originating URL (where known) 17 Jan 2005 17:46 http://www.gardenerscorner.co.uk/cgi-bin/ultimatebb.cgi?ubb=get_topic;f=3;t=000002 14 Jan...
    looks like i owe you 4 pints so far!!!Clickthru time Originating URL (where known) 17 Jan 2005 17:46 http://www.gardenerscorner.co.uk/cgi-bin/ultimatebb.cgi?ubb=get_topic;f=3;t=000002 14 Jan 2005 21:24 http://www.gardenerscorner.co.uk/cgi-bin/ultimatebb.cgi?ubb=get_topic;f=3;t=000001;p=1 ...
    looks like i owe you 4 pints so far!!!Clickthru time Originating URL (where known) 17 Jan 2005 17:46 http://www.gardenerscorner.co.uk/cgi-bin/ultimatebb.cgi?ubb=get_topic;f=3;t=000002 14 Jan 2005 21:24 ...
    looks like i owe you 4 pints so far!!!Clickthru time Originating URL (where known) 17 Jan 2005 17:46 http://www.gardenerscorner.co.uk/cgi-bin/ultimatebb.cgi?ubb=get_topic;f=3;t=000002 14 Jan...
    Rex, Jan 15, 2005
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  16. Rex

    and for my next piece of spam........

    Free ipods.......its just a scam.Lots of scams about but this freebie has been thoroughly researched and the sums add up.Members I know have already received their ipod (from rpoints).(I...
    Free ipods.......its just a scam.Lots of scams about but this freebie has been thoroughly researched and the sums add up.Members I know have already received their ipod (from rpoints).(I knew about this ages ago but waited for concrete evidence).The site is freeipoduk and it is...
    Free ipods.......its just a scam.Lots of scams about but this freebie has been thoroughly researched and the sums add up.Members I know have already received their ipod (from rpoints).(I knew about this ages ago but waited for concrete...
    Free ipods.......its just a scam.Lots of scams about but this freebie has been thoroughly researched and the sums add up.Members I know have already received their ipod (from rpoints).(I...
    Rex, Feb 28, 2005
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  17. Michelle

    Selling Houses

    You can point out that a small garden is easier to look after.My last garden was only 16ft square but I had a patio pond graveled area and a lot of plants.The main thing is to keep it tidy you...
    You can point out that a small garden is easier to look after.My last garden was only 16ft square but I had a patio pond graveled area and a lot of plants.The main thing is to keep it tidy you obviosly dont want to spend a lot of money on it but i'd suggest a few large pots with some wow factor...
    You can point out that a small garden is easier to look after.My last garden was only 16ft square but I had a patio pond graveled area and a lot of plants.The main thing is to keep it tidy you obviosly dont want to spend a lot of money on it but...
    You can point out that a small garden is easier to look after.My last garden was only 16ft square but I had a patio pond graveled area and a lot of plants.The main thing is to keep it tidy you...
    Michelle, Mar 9, 2005
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  18. poppy

    poppy seeds

    Hi PoppyAnnual poppies are best direct sown in either the autumn, or spring (Late March onwards) but if you do sow them indoors, do it in individual cells as they resent root disturbance. They...
    Hi PoppyAnnual poppies are best direct sown in either the autumn, or spring (Late March onwards) but if you do sow them indoors, do it in individual cells as they resent root disturbance. They may have gone leggy (etoliated) due to lack of light. Hope they have survived, there's plenty of...
    Hi PoppyAnnual poppies are best direct sown in either the autumn, or spring (Late March onwards) but if you do sow them indoors, do it in individual cells as they resent root disturbance. They may have gone leggy (etoliated) due to lack of...
    Hi PoppyAnnual poppies are best direct sown in either the autumn, or spring (Late March onwards) but if you do sow them indoors, do it in individual cells as they resent root disturbance. They...
    poppy, Mar 15, 2005
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    Mar 23, 2005
  19. skrumpy

    The Weather

    And Chocs too?
    And Chocs too?
    And Chocs too?
    And Chocs too?
    skrumpy, Apr 13, 2005
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    SteveW
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  20. juliendave

    House extension

    Alan I like your phrase, 'Jumped up spotted nosed geek ' lol still learn new words every day. I could write a book about that lot, lol.
    Alan I like your phrase, 'Jumped up spotted nosed geek ' lol still learn new words every day. I could write a book about that lot, lol.
    Alan I like your phrase, 'Jumped up spotted nosed geek ' lol still learn new words every day. I could write a book about that lot, lol.
    Alan I like your phrase, 'Jumped up spotted nosed geek ' lol still learn new words every day. I could write a book about that lot, lol.
    juliendave, Apr 18, 2005
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    Ladybird
    Apr 25, 2005
  21. cavern

    clubs

    sorry no.... try your local Library they may help you or look out for a monthly Mag usually advertised for new members.
    sorry no.... try your local Library they may help you or look out for a monthly Mag usually advertised for new members.
    sorry no.... try your local Library they may help you or look out for a monthly Mag usually advertised for new members.
    sorry no.... try your local Library they may help you or look out for a monthly Mag usually advertised for new members.
    cavern, Apr 28, 2005
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  22. Mrs cloudy

    non gardening cat question

    Thanks for the advice. I will give the cats protection league a call tomorrow.
    Thanks for the advice. I will give the cats protection league a call tomorrow.
    Thanks for the advice. I will give the cats protection league a call tomorrow.
    Thanks for the advice. I will give the cats protection league a call tomorrow.
    Mrs cloudy, May 1, 2005
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  23. pete

    Countryside

    Heard it said,let a dandelion seed, and for the next seven years weed. Well the lazy sod next door has let his patch seed across mine for the last four! That's me b......d then if it's true...
    Heard it said,let a dandelion seed, and for the next seven years weed. Well the lazy sod next door has let his patch seed across mine for the last four! That's me b......d then if it's true...
    Heard it said,let a dandelion seed, and for the next seven years weed. Well the lazy sod next door has let his patch seed across mine for the last four! That's me b......d then if it's true...
    Heard it said,let a dandelion seed, and for the next seven years weed. Well the lazy sod next door has let his patch seed across mine for the last four! That's me b......d then if it's true...
    pete, May 2, 2005 ... 2
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    Paladin
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  24. Marley Farley

    How do I clean Portland stone?

    Hi Pete, no it doesn't come off with a scraper as it seems to have got into the top layer of the stone :( Ho hum :(
    Hi Pete, no it doesn't come off with a scraper as it seems to have got into the top layer of the stone :( Ho hum :(
    Hi Pete, no it doesn't come off with a scraper as it seems to have got into the top layer of the stone :( Ho hum :(
    Hi Pete, no it doesn't come off with a scraper as it seems to have got into the top layer of the stone :( Ho hum :(
    Marley Farley, May 28, 2005
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  25. SteveW

    Lovely spring weather

    I think Bayleaf has drunk a bit too much of the Vicar's mead.
    I think Bayleaf has drunk a bit too much of the Vicar's mead.
    I think Bayleaf has drunk a bit too much of the Vicar's mead.
    I think Bayleaf has drunk a bit too much of the Vicar's mead.
    SteveW, Apr 8, 2005 ... 2
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  26. skrumpy

    Global Warming

    Yeah I think your right jjordie. I agree there is definatly something a bit strange going on, but it does seem to be a bit overdone, one minute they say its gonna get warmer, then the melting ice...
    Yeah I think your right jjordie. I agree there is definatly something a bit strange going on, but it does seem to be a bit overdone, one minute they say its gonna get warmer, then the melting ice cap is gonna cut off the gulf stream, so its gonna get colder. I think we've just gotta wait and...
    Yeah I think your right jjordie. I agree there is definatly something a bit strange going on, but it does seem to be a bit overdone, one minute they say its gonna get warmer, then the melting ice cap is gonna cut off the gulf stream, so its...
    Yeah I think your right jjordie. I agree there is definatly something a bit strange going on, but it does seem to be a bit overdone, one minute they say its gonna get warmer, then the melting ice...
    skrumpy, Feb 12, 2005
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    pete
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  27. Bayleaf

    Wittle away the mins

    Lol, yes indeedy. I think that I will enjoy both maturing wine and trees, tis easier :D
    Lol, yes indeedy. I think that I will enjoy both maturing wine and trees, tis easier :D
    Lol, yes indeedy. I think that I will enjoy both maturing wine and trees, tis easier :D
    Lol, yes indeedy. I think that I will enjoy both maturing wine and trees, tis easier :D
    Bayleaf, Jun 23, 2005 ... 2
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    Fran
    Jul 4, 2005
  28. pete

    good guy or bad guy

    I am very glad to say that I have never seen one of these in Preston or in Manchester when I lived there. Maybe its that bit colder up here, you all seem to be more southerly than me.
    I am very glad to say that I have never seen one of these in Preston or in Manchester when I lived there. Maybe its that bit colder up here, you all seem to be more southerly than me.
    I am very glad to say that I have never seen one of these in Preston or in Manchester when I lived there. Maybe its that bit colder up here, you all seem to be more southerly than me.
    I am very glad to say that I have never seen one of these in Preston or in Manchester when I lived there. Maybe its that bit colder up here, you all seem to be more southerly than me.
    pete, Jul 5, 2005
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    JoMack
    Jul 11, 2005
  29. JoMack

    Hope no one was hurt in London

    :D :D :D :D
    :D :D :D :D
    :D :D :D :D
    :D :D :D :D
    JoMack, Jul 7, 2005
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    Marley Farley
    Jul 12, 2005
  30. steven

    hi im single

    Sallyann how are your chicks? --------- Ladybird
    Sallyann how are your chicks? --------- Ladybird
    Sallyann how are your chicks? --------- Ladybird
    Sallyann how are your chicks? --------- Ladybird
    steven, Apr 16, 2005
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    Ladybird
    Jul 14, 2005
  31. jjordie

    TURNIP WINE

    Info appreciated Paladin. Looks like we will have to drive around some country lanes.
    Info appreciated Paladin. Looks like we will have to drive around some country lanes.
    Info appreciated Paladin. Looks like we will have to drive around some country lanes.
    Info appreciated Paladin. Looks like we will have to drive around some country lanes.
    jjordie, Jul 15, 2005
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    jjordie
    Jul 17, 2005
  32. pete

    Frogs

    Turl...is it the weather or are we just more observing ? very good pic Pete...looks like they are having a party lol ------------- Ladybird
    Turl...is it the weather or are we just more observing ? very good pic Pete...looks like they are having a party lol ------------- Ladybird
    Turl...is it the weather or are we just more observing ? very good pic Pete...looks like they are having a party lol ------------- Ladybird
    Turl...is it the weather or are we just more observing ? very good pic Pete...looks like they are having a party lol ------------- Ladybird
    pete, Mar 16, 2005
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    Ladybird
    Jul 18, 2005
  33. Ianthe

    A Poetic Moment!

    Red Rose.O beauty born of loving care To breathe your fragrance on the air Who made your scent to fill my room? Whence came the velvet of your bloom? You fade with every passing hour Yet leave...
    Red Rose.O beauty born of loving care To breathe your fragrance on the air Who made your scent to fill my room? Whence came the velvet of your bloom? You fade with every passing hour Yet leave behind a heady power To dream of bygone days And drift through perfumed ways, To seek the answer to...
    Red Rose.O beauty born of loving care To breathe your fragrance on the air Who made your scent to fill my room? Whence came the velvet of your bloom? You fade with every passing hour Yet leave behind a heady power To dream of bygone days And...
    Red Rose.O beauty born of loving care To breathe your fragrance on the air Who made your scent to fill my room? Whence came the velvet of your bloom? You fade with every passing hour Yet leave...
    Ianthe, Jun 28, 2005
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    Paladin
    Jul 23, 2005
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