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Yawn Yawn Wakey Wakey 2025
Afternoon everybody, just spent a very pleasant hour with one of OH's nephews who popped in with his Xmas card to us - he forgot it last time he called. I wasn't quite ready for visitors as I...
Afternoon everybody, just spent a very pleasant hour with one of OH's nephews who popped in with his Xmas card to us - he forgot it last time he called. I wasn't quite ready for visitors as I hadn't unpacked the Xmas tree - that was next on my list but no matter. I've cleaned the house through...
Afternoon everybody, just spent a very pleasant hour with one of OH's nephews who popped in with his Xmas card to us - he forgot it last time he called. I wasn't quite ready for visitors as I hadn't unpacked the Xmas tree - that was next on my...
Afternoon everybody, just spent a very pleasant hour with one of OH's nephews who popped in with his Xmas card to us - he forgot it last time he called. I wasn't quite ready for visitors as I...
wiseowl, Jan 1, 2025, The Muppet Show ... 403 404 405
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lizzie27
Dec 22, 2025 at 5:07 PM
what to put on lawn now in December
You can buy a "winter feed" but I don't know whether it would do any good. It might be beneficial if the weather stays mild.It will probably need some serious aerating in the spring before...
You can buy a "winter feed" but I don't know whether it would do any good. It might be beneficial if the weather stays mild.It will probably need some serious aerating in the spring before scarifying and overseeding, but in the meantime the best thing to do is to stay off it, particularly when...
You can buy a "winter feed" but I don't know whether it would do any good. It might be beneficial if the weather stays mild.It will probably need some serious aerating in the spring before scarifying and overseeding, but in the meantime the...
You can buy a "winter feed" but I don't know whether it would do any good. It might be beneficial if the weather stays mild.It will probably need some serious aerating in the spring before...
adamadamant, Dec 22, 2025 at 3:55 PM, Lawns
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JennyJB
Dec 22, 2025 at 4:58 PM
Whaaattt?
Great to read that there are plans to ban trail hunting. I hadn’t realised that they used an animal scent to create the trail, surely that’s just asking for trouble? For some reason I thought they...
Great to read that there are plans to ban trail hunting. I hadn’t realised that they used an animal scent to create the trail, surely that’s just asking for trouble? For some reason I thought they used aniseed. No wonder they get sidetracked if they pass an animal scent, hardly accidental.If...
Great to read that there are plans to ban trail hunting. I hadn’t realised that they used an animal scent to create the trail, surely that’s just asking for trouble? For some reason I thought they used aniseed. No wonder they get sidetracked if...
Great to read that there are plans to ban trail hunting. I hadn’t realised that they used an animal scent to create the trail, surely that’s just asking for trouble? For some reason I thought they...
Tidemark, Aug 17, 2024, Off-Topic Discussion ... 288 289 290
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Ergates
Dec 22, 2025 at 4:56 PM
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Slow pages
Hopefully everyone will have seen the notice informing of maintenance being done.This maintenance is proving to be a lot more challenging that was first anticipated, not least as it relies on...
Hopefully everyone will have seen the notice informing of maintenance being done.This maintenance is proving to be a lot more challenging that was first anticipated, not least as it relies on multiple server call-backs as part of the process. The net result is that the first process (of...
Hopefully everyone will have seen the notice informing of maintenance being done.This maintenance is proving to be a lot more challenging that was first anticipated, not least as it relies on multiple server call-backs as part of the process. ...
Hopefully everyone will have seen the notice informing of maintenance being done.This maintenance is proving to be a lot more challenging that was first anticipated, not least as it relies on...
Michael Hewett, Dec 20, 2025 at 8:30 AM, Computer Corner ... 2
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Fat Controller
Dec 22, 2025 at 4:50 PM
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Electric cars.
Ah right..........thanks @pete . I'd just assumed even hybrids had a battery so no need for the B.
Ah right..........thanks @pete . I'd just assumed even hybrids had a battery so no need for the B.
Ah right..........thanks @pete . I'd just assumed even hybrids had a battery so no need for the B.
Ah right..........thanks @pete . I'd just assumed even hybrids had a battery so no need for the B.
pete, Apr 7, 2021, Off-Topic Discussion ... 176 177 178
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Philippa
Dec 22, 2025 at 4:30 PM
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A Joke Or Two 2025

JWK, Jan 1, 2025, The Muppet Show ... 108 109 110
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Ergates
Dec 22, 2025 at 4:23 PM
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Whats Your Weather Like 2025
I'll take colder and dry air, as long as it doesn't go arctic. Cant stand all this wet and dampness.
I'll take colder and dry air, as long as it doesn't go arctic. Cant stand all this wet and dampness.
I'll take colder and dry air, as long as it doesn't go arctic. Cant stand all this wet and dampness.
I'll take colder and dry air, as long as it doesn't go arctic. Cant stand all this wet and dampness.
wiseowl, Jan 1, 2025, Off-Topic Discussion ... 536 537 538
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pete
Dec 22, 2025 at 4:05 PM
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Latest Moan From You and Me 2025
Nowadays it's hot air - no shortage of that lately No one could deny that the recent attacks ( Manchester and Australia ) on Jewish communities were appalling but the Israeli govt. are not...
Nowadays it's hot air - no shortage of that lately No one could deny that the recent attacks ( Manchester and Australia ) on Jewish communities were appalling but the Israeli govt. are not helping - particularly with their most recent approval of illegal settlements. They quite openly state...
Nowadays it's hot air - no shortage of that lately No one could deny that the recent attacks ( Manchester and Australia ) on Jewish communities were appalling but the Israeli govt. are not helping - particularly with their most recent approval...
Nowadays it's hot air - no shortage of that lately No one could deny that the recent attacks ( Manchester and Australia ) on Jewish communities were appalling but the Israeli govt. are not...
wiseowl, Jan 1, 2025, Off-Topic Discussion ... 410 411 412
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Philippa
Dec 22, 2025 at 3:33 PM
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Onion growing 2026
First loops appearing already.
First loops appearing already.
First loops appearing already.
First loops appearing already.
burnie, Dec 12, 2025, Edible Gardening
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burnie
Dec 22, 2025 at 3:04 PM
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Show Off Your Pets 2025

wiseowl, Jan 1, 2025, Pets Corner ... 18 19 20
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john558
Dec 22, 2025 at 2:45 PM
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What's buzzing or flying near you 2025 ?
We had a stork in our field this morning, it stayed for about an hour. Unusual to see one on its own away from the flock.
We had a stork in our field this morning, it stayed for about an hour. Unusual to see one on its own away from the flock.
We had a stork in our field this morning, it stayed for about an hour. Unusual to see one on its own away from the flock.
We had a stork in our field this morning, it stayed for about an hour. Unusual to see one on its own away from the flock.
JWK, Jan 1, 2025, Wildlife Corner ... 48 49 50
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floralies
Dec 22, 2025 at 2:15 PM
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What's Looking Good December 2025
Yes just a couple of plants so far. But these usually get eaten by the molluscs.
Yes just a couple of plants so far. But these usually get eaten by the molluscs.
Yes just a couple of plants so far. But these usually get eaten by the molluscs.
Yes just a couple of plants so far. But these usually get eaten by the molluscs.

shiney, Dec 1, 2025, General Gardening Discussion ... 2 3
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LunarSea
Dec 22, 2025 at 2:11 PM
Squash/gourd id help please!
I thought the problem that occured with commercial seed a few years ago was put down to the seed crop crossing with a different type, possibly something growing wild even.
I thought the problem that occured with commercial seed a few years ago was put down to the seed crop crossing with a different type, possibly something growing wild even.
I thought the problem that occured with commercial seed a few years ago was put down to the seed crop crossing with a different type, possibly something growing wild even.
I thought the problem that occured with commercial seed a few years ago was put down to the seed crop crossing with a different type, possibly something growing wild even.
Cornsquashandy, Dec 21, 2025 at 10:21 AM, Identification Area ... 2
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pete
Dec 22, 2025 at 1:47 PM
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Latest hobby.
All the pages are clearly numbered @Retired; patterns have a tiled format with a blank border around each page so you can glue or tape them. However my printer does tend to spit out sheets all...
All the pages are clearly numbered @Retired; patterns have a tiled format with a blank border around each page so you can glue or tape them. However my printer does tend to spit out sheets all over the floor if you give it too big a job, and then they are out of order.
All the pages are clearly numbered @Retired; patterns have a tiled format with a blank border around each page so you can glue or tape them. However my printer does tend to spit out sheets all over the floor if you give it too big a job, and then...
All the pages are clearly numbered @Retired; patterns have a tiled format with a blank border around each page so you can glue or tape them. However my printer does tend to spit out sheets all...
Retired, Nov 7, 2025, Members Hobbies ... 2 3 4
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Escarpment
Dec 22, 2025 at 11:29 AM
New Tree for the Garden
Thanks again @hailbopp That looks wonderful! A very nice combination of colours and textures. Of course that makes sense regarding pruning, especially with a large garden.I haven't decided on...
Thanks again @hailbopp That looks wonderful! A very nice combination of colours and textures. Of course that makes sense regarding pruning, especially with a large garden.I haven't decided on the sorbus and I think I will take my time with it. My decision-making process involves changing my...
Thanks again @hailbopp That looks wonderful! A very nice combination of colours and textures. Of course that makes sense regarding pruning, especially with a large garden.I haven't decided on the sorbus and I think I will take my time with it....
Thanks again @hailbopp That looks wonderful! A very nice combination of colours and textures. Of course that makes sense regarding pruning, especially with a large garden.I haven't decided on...
Dorset-Tim, Dec 20, 2025 at 4:04 PM, Trees ... 2 3
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CostasK
Dec 22, 2025 at 10:23 AM
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What are we doing in the garden 2025
I was at my step daughters yesterday. We've been using one of the newly qualified apprentices from Capel, to help get her garden in better control. We re-potted 2 Acers, one of them had grown a...
I was at my step daughters yesterday. We've been using one of the newly qualified apprentices from Capel, to help get her garden in better control. We re-potted 2 Acers, one of them had grown a tap root right into the paving, so it was a bit of a fight but we got there. They went back into the...
I was at my step daughters yesterday. We've been using one of the newly qualified apprentices from Capel, to help get her garden in better control. We re-potted 2 Acers, one of them had grown a tap root right into the paving, so it was a bit of...
I was at my step daughters yesterday. We've been using one of the newly qualified apprentices from Capel, to help get her garden in better control. We re-potted 2 Acers, one of them had grown a...
Loofah, Jan 2, 2025, General Gardening Discussion ... 268 269 270
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Allotment Boy
Dec 22, 2025 at 9:51 AM
Rose Gauntlet
I bought these in 2013 to deal with my many climbing/rambling/shrub roses and brambles.I use them frequently and they're still completely thorn-proof- They're quite thin so easy to work with too.
I bought these in 2013 to deal with my many climbing/rambling/shrub roses and brambles.I use them frequently and they're still completely thorn-proof- They're quite thin so easy to work with too.
I bought these in 2013 to deal with my many climbing/rambling/shrub roses and brambles.I use them frequently and they're still completely thorn-proof- They're quite thin so easy to work with too.
I bought these in 2013 to deal with my many climbing/rambling/shrub roses and brambles.I use them frequently and they're still completely thorn-proof- They're quite thin so easy to work with too.

Meomye, Dec 22, 2025 at 8:47 AM, General Gardening Discussion
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Pete8
Dec 22, 2025 at 9:47 AM
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Things that have made you happy today 2025
Back from Sainsbury's. Got everything on my list. Fruit and veg aisles were deserted, so I must have just missed the early bird rush and been a whisker ahead of the mums-with-kids-in-tow...
Back from Sainsbury's. Got everything on my list. Fruit and veg aisles were deserted, so I must have just missed the early bird rush and been a whisker ahead of the mums-with-kids-in-tow onslaught. No queue at the tills. And it did not rain on me on the walk home.Even the relentless...
Back from Sainsbury's. Got everything on my list. Fruit and veg aisles were deserted, so I must have just missed the early bird rush and been a whisker ahead of the mums-with-kids-in-tow onslaught. No queue at the tills. And it did not rain...
Back from Sainsbury's. Got everything on my list. Fruit and veg aisles were deserted, so I must have just missed the early bird rush and been a whisker ahead of the mums-with-kids-in-tow...
JWK, Jan 1, 2025, Off-Topic Discussion ... 24 25 26
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ViewAhead
Dec 22, 2025 at 9:11 AM
YouTube mega thread
Logan, Oct 27, 2024, Off-Topic Discussion ... 21 22 23
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Logan
Dec 22, 2025 at 5:03 AM
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Your day (apart from gardening) what took place ? 2025
Haven't heard that one @Escarpment but I like it. Might try that one out on grandson.
Haven't heard that one @Escarpment but I like it. Might try that one out on grandson.
Haven't heard that one @Escarpment but I like it. Might try that one out on grandson.
Haven't heard that one @Escarpment but I like it. Might try that one out on grandson.
JWK, Jan 1, 2025, Off-Topic Discussion ... 10 11 12
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Songbird
Dec 21, 2025 at 6:48 PM

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