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  1. AnniD

    Strictly Come Dancing 2025

    I only watched bits of a couple of earlier shows, but watched the whole of the final. I thought all couples performed well although parts a couple of the actual routines weren't great. ...
    I only watched bits of a couple of earlier shows, but watched the whole of the final. I thought all couples performed well although parts a couple of the actual routines weren't great. Interestingly, for once, the judges agreed with my thoughts. Maybe I should be on the panel next year. I...
    I only watched bits of a couple of earlier shows, but watched the whole of the final. I thought all couples performed well although parts a couple of the actual routines weren't great. Interestingly, for once, the judges agreed with my...
    I only watched bits of a couple of earlier shows, but watched the whole of the final. I thought all couples performed well although parts a couple of the actual routines weren't great. ...
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  2. wiseowl
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    SEASONS GREETINGS TO ALL OUR MEMBERS

    Merry Christmas and a Happy New Gardening Year to one and all!
    Merry Christmas and a Happy New Gardening Year to one and all!
    Merry Christmas and a Happy New Gardening Year to one and all!
    Merry Christmas and a Happy New Gardening Year to one and all!
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  3. Loofah
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    Show us your gardening purchases 2025

    I've collected my annual rainfall for over 10 yrs now, I just like to keep a record, you have to keep the climate change geeks under scrutiny. I wish I had started longer ago.
    I've collected my annual rainfall for over 10 yrs now, I just like to keep a record, you have to keep the climate change geeks under scrutiny. I wish I had started longer ago.
    I've collected my annual rainfall for over 10 yrs now, I just like to keep a record, you have to keep the climate change geeks under scrutiny. I wish I had started longer ago.
    I've collected my annual rainfall for over 10 yrs now, I just like to keep a record, you have to keep the climate change geeks under scrutiny. I wish I had started longer ago.
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  4. wiseowl
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    Crafters Corner 2025

    A crocheted bag in cheerful yarn.
    A crocheted bag in cheerful yarn.
    A crocheted bag in cheerful yarn.
    A crocheted bag in cheerful yarn.
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  5. wiseowl
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    Yawn Yawn Wakey Wakey 2025

    I do agree with @Bluejayway @Penny_Forthem and I would have guessed at around £12.00. A very pretty presentation! Sorry to read about your eye @Badly_Maintained - mine blinked in sympathy. I trust...
    I do agree with @Bluejayway @Penny_Forthem and I would have guessed at around £12.00. A very pretty presentation! Sorry to read about your eye @Badly_Maintained - mine blinked in sympathy. I trust you are recovering well.
    I do agree with @Bluejayway @Penny_Forthem and I would have guessed at around £12.00. A very pretty presentation! Sorry to read about your eye @Badly_Maintained - mine blinked in sympathy. I trust you are recovering well.
    I do agree with @Bluejayway @Penny_Forthem and I would have guessed at around £12.00. A very pretty presentation! Sorry to read about your eye @Badly_Maintained - mine blinked in sympathy. I trust...
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  6. Dorset-Tim

    New Tree for the Garden

    Thank you @Thevictorian That's very interesting indeed. It sounds quite similar to my plan for that beech tree. I also want a small tree-like form (maybe around 3 - 3.5 m tall and relatively...
    Thank you @Thevictorian That's very interesting indeed. It sounds quite similar to my plan for that beech tree. I also want a small tree-like form (maybe around 3 - 3.5 m tall and relatively narrow). I don't want it to look rectangular, or massacred (e.g. bluntly taking the top off) - I want it...
    Thank you @Thevictorian That's very interesting indeed. It sounds quite similar to my plan for that beech tree. I also want a small tree-like form (maybe around 3 - 3.5 m tall and relatively narrow). I don't want it to look rectangular, or...
    Thank you @Thevictorian That's very interesting indeed. It sounds quite similar to my plan for that beech tree. I also want a small tree-like form (maybe around 3 - 3.5 m tall and relatively...
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  7. Loofah
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    What are we doing in the garden 2025

    I found a weed :yahoo:and just watered a few pots in the greenhouse. I took pictures yesterday, but have had no time to edit them. I wish I had a garden that needs weeding. I have two weeks off and...
    I found a weed :yahoo:and just watered a few pots in the greenhouse. I took pictures yesterday, but have had no time to edit them. I wish I had a garden that needs weeding. I have two weeks off and would love to do gardening.
    I found a weed :yahoo:and just watered a few pots in the greenhouse. I took pictures yesterday, but have had no time to edit them. I wish I had a garden that needs weeding. I have two weeks off and would love to do gardening.
    I found a weed :yahoo:and just watered a few pots in the greenhouse. I took pictures yesterday, but have had no time to edit them. I wish I had a garden that needs weeding. I have two weeks off and...
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  8. Tidemark

    Whaaattt?

    There is a definite distinction between trophy hunting and culling, the two are not even on the same page in my opinion. Culling is, or should be, a last resort to stop starvation or to take out...
    There is a definite distinction between trophy hunting and culling, the two are not even on the same page in my opinion. Culling is, or should be, a last resort to stop starvation or to take out old or sick animals, trophy hunting belongs in history.I must admit I do get a bit fed up when the...
    There is a definite distinction between trophy hunting and culling, the two are not even on the same page in my opinion. Culling is, or should be, a last resort to stop starvation or to take out old or sick animals, trophy hunting belongs in...
    There is a definite distinction between trophy hunting and culling, the two are not even on the same page in my opinion. Culling is, or should be, a last resort to stop starvation or to take out...
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  9. wiseowl
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    Whats Your Weather Like 2025

    Just started raining again after a dryish but cloudy morning. Feeling cold out there at 10c in the dampness.
    Just started raining again after a dryish but cloudy morning. Feeling cold out there at 10c in the dampness.
    Just started raining again after a dryish but cloudy morning. Feeling cold out there at 10c in the dampness.
    Just started raining again after a dryish but cloudy morning. Feeling cold out there at 10c in the dampness.
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  10. wiseowl
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    Latest Moan From You and Me 2025

    Homosexuality has been referred to as "a lifestyle" in Europe during the times when homosexuality was either a crime or just not talked about.My male homosexual friend was most amused about the...
    Homosexuality has been referred to as "a lifestyle" in Europe during the times when homosexuality was either a crime or just not talked about.My male homosexual friend was most amused about the "leading a certain lifestyle" references in the 80s. Visiting a supermarket to buy milk, eggs and...
    Homosexuality has been referred to as "a lifestyle" in Europe during the times when homosexuality was either a crime or just not talked about.My male homosexual friend was most amused about the "leading a certain lifestyle" references in the...
    Homosexuality has been referred to as "a lifestyle" in Europe during the times when homosexuality was either a crime or just not talked about.My male homosexual friend was most amused about the...
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  11. Spruce
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    2025 Happy Christmas & happy New Year

    Thank you, and MERRY CHRISTMAS ! to you all
    Thank you, and MERRY CHRISTMAS ! to you all
    Thank you, and MERRY CHRISTMAS ! to you all
    Thank you, and MERRY CHRISTMAS ! to you all
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  12. Fof
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    Today's flowers (Cont)

    Wonderful to have desert cacti flowering at this time of year, and on such small plants too, congratulations
    Wonderful to have desert cacti flowering at this time of year, and on such small plants too, congratulations
    Wonderful to have desert cacti flowering at this time of year, and on such small plants too, congratulations
    Wonderful to have desert cacti flowering at this time of year, and on such small plants too, congratulations
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  13. wiseowl
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    Show Off Your Pets 2025

    @Thevictorian that's good that she's feeling a bit better.
    @Thevictorian that's good that she's feeling a bit better.
    @Thevictorian that's good that she's feeling a bit better.
    @Thevictorian that's good that she's feeling a bit better.
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  14. Juliasaurus

    Around the World in 80 Gardens

    This is on BBC iPlayer, if anyone bored with the cold and dark evenings
    This is on BBC iPlayer, if anyone bored with the cold and dark evenings
    This is on BBC iPlayer, if anyone bored with the cold and dark evenings
    This is on BBC iPlayer, if anyone bored with the cold and dark evenings
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  15. hi2u_uk

    is my plant about to flower ?

    My Daffodils are now out in full bloom in the garden and my local co-op is selling cream eggs.
    My Daffodils are now out in full bloom in the garden and my local co-op is selling cream eggs.
    My Daffodils are now out in full bloom in the garden and my local co-op is selling cream eggs.
    My Daffodils are now out in full bloom in the garden and my local co-op is selling cream eggs.
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  16. Michael Hewett
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    Slow pages

    I've had problems with slow page refresh and also having to 'Post Reply' several times before it's accepted. It's been like that for a few days. I actually gave up waiting earlier this morning...
    I've had problems with slow page refresh and also having to 'Post Reply' several times before it's accepted. It's been like that for a few days. I actually gave up waiting earlier this morning as it was taking so long to open the box to post a reply! No problem with any other site. The same...
    I've had problems with slow page refresh and also having to 'Post Reply' several times before it's accepted. It's been like that for a few days. I actually gave up waiting earlier this morning as it was taking so long to open the box to post a...
    I've had problems with slow page refresh and also having to 'Post Reply' several times before it's accepted. It's been like that for a few days. I actually gave up waiting earlier this morning...
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  17. JWK
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    Show Us Your HousePlants In Bloom Now 2025

    I got these from a rubbish bin a few years ago, just put them in a shady spot over the summer and they come back like this in winter.
    I got these from a rubbish bin a few years ago, just put them in a shady spot over the summer and they come back like this in winter.
    I got these from a rubbish bin a few years ago, just put them in a shady spot over the summer and they come back like this in winter.
    I got these from a rubbish bin a few years ago, just put them in a shady spot over the summer and they come back like this in winter.
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  18. Selleri

    Books: Thursday murder club (R Osman)

    Have finished "If Anyone Builds It, Everyone Dies" about superintelligent AI. Possibly the most enlightening and unforgettable book I have read all yr. Of course, me reading it doesn't help at...
    Have finished "If Anyone Builds It, Everyone Dies" about superintelligent AI. Possibly the most enlightening and unforgettable book I have read all yr. Of course, me reading it doesn't help at all. It needs to be read by those with the power to do something about it before it is too late. ...
    Have finished "If Anyone Builds It, Everyone Dies" about superintelligent AI. Possibly the most enlightening and unforgettable book I have read all yr. Of course, me reading it doesn't help at all. It needs to be read by those with the power...
    Have finished "If Anyone Builds It, Everyone Dies" about superintelligent AI. Possibly the most enlightening and unforgettable book I have read all yr. Of course, me reading it doesn't help at...
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  19. Selleri

    Recommend a small-ish evergreen shrub that is nice to sit with

    I like the scent of the Sarcococca - not many flower scents I dislike. Some people do tend to lose their sense of smell ( and taste) as they get older.
    I like the scent of the Sarcococca - not many flower scents I dislike. Some people do tend to lose their sense of smell ( and taste) as they get older.
    I like the scent of the Sarcococca - not many flower scents I dislike. Some people do tend to lose their sense of smell ( and taste) as they get older.
    I like the scent of the Sarcococca - not many flower scents I dislike. Some people do tend to lose their sense of smell ( and taste) as they get older.
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  20. Joanna Bramley

    Help needed with Buxus Plants!

    Good idea. I only realised after I removed mine that it had been propping up the neighbour's fence, which promptly fell down.
    Good idea. I only realised after I removed mine that it had been propping up the neighbour's fence, which promptly fell down.
    Good idea. I only realised after I removed mine that it had been propping up the neighbour's fence, which promptly fell down.
    Good idea. I only realised after I removed mine that it had been propping up the neighbour's fence, which promptly fell down.
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