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I am often puzzled by modern life.
I always phone and speak to a human when getting a taxi. I learnt that instead of talking to the robot you can press zero and a human comes on. The staff have got to know me and sometimes they say...
I always phone and speak to a human when getting a taxi. I learnt that instead of talking to the robot you can press zero and a human comes on. The staff have got to know me and sometimes they say do you want to go home now when I've been to the hospital. One taxi driver was always picking me...
I always phone and speak to a human when getting a taxi. I learnt that instead of talking to the robot you can press zero and a human comes on. The staff have got to know me and sometimes they say do you want to go home now when I've been to the...
I always phone and speak to a human when getting a taxi. I learnt that instead of talking to the robot you can press zero and a human comes on. The staff have got to know me and sometimes they say...
Tidemark, Apr 21, 2025, Off-Topic Discussion ... 22 23 24
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cactus_girl
Jan 25, 2026 at 9:38 AM
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What's buzzing flying near you 2026
At about 150m away the other side of a small reservoir just over the border in Hampshire, a couple of distant fuzzy pics of a Killdeer (Plover). Another bird blown across the Atlantic in the...
At about 150m away the other side of a small reservoir just over the border in Hampshire, a couple of distant fuzzy pics of a Killdeer (Plover). Another bird blown across the Atlantic in the recent storms and an extreme rarity. A larger version of our Ringed Plover.
At about 150m away the other side of a small reservoir just over the border in Hampshire, a couple of distant fuzzy pics of a Killdeer (Plover). Another bird blown across the Atlantic in the recent storms and an extreme rarity. A larger version...
At about 150m away the other side of a small reservoir just over the border in Hampshire, a couple of distant fuzzy pics of a Killdeer (Plover). Another bird blown across the Atlantic in the...

JWK, Jan 1, 2026, Wildlife Corner ... 2
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strongylodon
Jan 24, 2026 at 4:53 PM
My Garden Progress
Hello allI Hope you are Well.I just had a Walk around the Garden to see what needs addressing, there is a lot I will get there though, that I am sure of.One issue I saw was Grass growing...
Hello allI Hope you are Well.I just had a Walk around the Garden to see what needs addressing, there is a lot I will get there though, that I am sure of.One issue I saw was Grass growing in the Middle of Plants, specifically Phlox.What is the Best way to Remove Grass when it is Growing...
Hello allI Hope you are Well.I just had a Walk around the Garden to see what needs addressing, there is a lot I will get there though, that I am sure of.One issue I saw was Grass growing in the Middle of Plants, specifically Phlox.What...
Hello allI Hope you are Well.I just had a Walk around the Garden to see what needs addressing, there is a lot I will get there though, that I am sure of.One issue I saw was Grass growing...
Kevin Cowans, Jul 19, 2018, General Gardening Discussion ... 51 52 53
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Kevin Cowans
Jan 25, 2026 at 9:08 AM
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What's Looking Good January 2026
Iris Reticulata
Iris Reticulata
Iris Reticulata
Iris Reticulata

Plantminded, Dec 31, 2025, General Gardening Discussion ... 2 3 4
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katecat58
Jan 25, 2026 at 10:26 AM
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What are we doing in the garden 2026
I finally getting there with the wall I've been slaving away on and off all week, it's took a considerable amount of time, I've noticed a few mistakes as you do when you're to far on to rectify ....
I finally getting there with the wall I've been slaving away on and off all week, it's took a considerable amount of time, I've noticed a few mistakes as you do when you're to far on to rectify . I've got to the top of the wall now coping stone just needs adding they weigh a ton I'll probably...
I finally getting there with the wall I've been slaving away on and off all week, it's took a considerable amount of time, I've noticed a few mistakes as you do when you're to far on to rectify . I've got to the top of the wall now coping stone...
I finally getting there with the wall I've been slaving away on and off all week, it's took a considerable amount of time, I've noticed a few mistakes as you do when you're to far on to rectify ....

simone_in_wiltshire, Jan 1, 2026, General Gardening Discussion ... 5 6 7
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Perki
Jan 24, 2026 at 10:55 PM
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A Joke or Two 2026

JWK, Jan 1, 2026, The Muppet Show ... 8 9 10
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Ladybird4
Jan 25, 2026 at 6:37 AM
Daphne - which variety to choose
I also have got the Daphne Odora Aureomarginata in my garden in a planter. When I enter the garden in March, the smell is all over the garden. It's fuss free, just needs some staking in the...
I also have got the Daphne Odora Aureomarginata in my garden in a planter. When I enter the garden in March, the smell is all over the garden. It's fuss free, just needs some staking in the planter! It is currently a life-line for a bee that seems to have insomnia this winter. Flowers in Winter...
I also have got the Daphne Odora Aureomarginata in my garden in a planter. When I enter the garden in March, the smell is all over the garden. It's fuss free, just needs some staking in the planter! It is currently a life-line for a bee that...
I also have got the Daphne Odora Aureomarginata in my garden in a planter. When I enter the garden in March, the smell is all over the garden. It's fuss free, just needs some staking in the...
Alisa, Jan 24, 2026 at 4:18 PM, Other Plants
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simone_in_wiltshire
Jan 25, 2026 at 8:10 AM
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What an eejit!
@Selleri I feel your pain . I used to buy tomato seeds.
@Selleri I feel your pain . I used to buy tomato seeds.
@Selleri I feel your pain . I used to buy tomato seeds.
@Selleri I feel your pain . I used to buy tomato seeds.
BB3, Jan 21, 2026 at 5:31 PM, Off-Topic Discussion
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BB3
Jan 24, 2026 at 8:06 PM
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What's your weather like 2026
8c a little bit of sun but mostly cloudy and dry
8c a little bit of sun but mostly cloudy and dry
8c a little bit of sun but mostly cloudy and dry
8c a little bit of sun but mostly cloudy and dry
JWK, Jan 1, 2026, Off-Topic Discussion ... 37 38 39
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JWK
Jan 25, 2026 at 10:33 AM
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Latest moan from you and me 2026
Many years ago an e-mail was sent to all staff where I worked stating "TLAs must not be used unless written fully on their first usage". Unfortunately for the sender they hadn't explained what TLA...
Many years ago an e-mail was sent to all staff where I worked stating "TLAs must not be used unless written fully on their first usage". Unfortunately for the sender they hadn't explained what TLA meant and were inundated with e-mails in return. TLA - Three Letter Acronyms. That further...
Many years ago an e-mail was sent to all staff where I worked stating "TLAs must not be used unless written fully on their first usage". Unfortunately for the sender they hadn't explained what TLA meant and were inundated with e-mails in return. ...
Many years ago an e-mail was sent to all staff where I worked stating "TLAs must not be used unless written fully on their first usage". Unfortunately for the sender they hadn't explained what TLA...
JWK, Jan 1, 2026, Off-Topic Discussion ... 25 26 27
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KT53
Jan 25, 2026 at 10:29 AM
Can mature ash trees be pruned/thinned?
Hiyou don’t want to get into a boundary dispute.. and having to get experts to decide in that you will have to pay for the cost will soon add up .Do you know who own the field ask them can you...
Hiyou don’t want to get into a boundary dispute.. and having to get experts to decide in that you will have to pay for the cost will soon add up .Do you know who own the field ask them can you coppice down and you will pay . I used to deal with these questions all the time in work ....
Hiyou don’t want to get into a boundary dispute.. and having to get experts to decide in that you will have to pay for the cost will soon add up .Do you know who own the field ask them can you coppice down and you will pay . I used to deal...
Hiyou don’t want to get into a boundary dispute.. and having to get experts to decide in that you will have to pay for the cost will soon add up .Do you know who own the field ask them can you...
TheMadHedger, Jan 19, 2026 at 1:19 PM, Trees
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Spruce
Jan 24, 2026 at 6:38 PM
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Yawn Yawn Wakey Wakey 2026
Morning all. It's a very still one. Just signed up for the garden waste. Same price as last year - £38, plus this year we're having some winter collections, too. We pay our council tax over 10...
Morning all. It's a very still one. Just signed up for the garden waste. Same price as last year - £38, plus this year we're having some winter collections, too. We pay our council tax over 10 months and Feb/March are the 'bonus' months. Sorely needed after Christmas! I dread next year's...
Morning all. It's a very still one. Just signed up for the garden waste. Same price as last year - £38, plus this year we're having some winter collections, too. We pay our council tax over 10 months and Feb/March are the 'bonus' months. Sorely...
Morning all. It's a very still one. Just signed up for the garden waste. Same price as last year - £38, plus this year we're having some winter collections, too. We pay our council tax over 10...
Loofah, Jan 1, 2026, The Muppet Show ... 24 25 26
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Penny_Forthem
Jan 25, 2026 at 10:05 AM
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Potato Growing 2026
Ahh seaweed, I added it to my allotment for a few years but haven't for a couple. Might go for trip down the Ayrshire coast tomorrow with some bags and get some as I seem to have missed the...
Ahh seaweed, I added it to my allotment for a few years but haven't for a couple. Might go for trip down the Ayrshire coast tomorrow with some bags and get some as I seem to have missed the manure we get for free at the allotment
Ahh seaweed, I added it to my allotment for a few years but haven't for a couple. Might go for trip down the Ayrshire coast tomorrow with some bags and get some as I seem to have missed the manure we get for free at the allotment
Ahh seaweed, I added it to my allotment for a few years but haven't for a couple. Might go for trip down the Ayrshire coast tomorrow with some bags and get some as I seem to have missed the...
JWK, Jan 1, 2026, Edible Gardening ... 2
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Hanglow
Jan 24, 2026 at 5:08 PM
Whaaattt?
A very long read, but well written. And a wake up call to anyone who is still living under the impression that everything is fine.As we return to a pre-WW2 order, the middle powers face a...
A very long read, but well written. And a wake up call to anyone who is still living under the impression that everything is fine.As we return to a pre-WW2 order, the middle powers face a challengeAnd its not only other countries that should worry. Nobody in the USA is safe.Alex Pretti is...
A very long read, but well written. And a wake up call to anyone who is still living under the impression that everything is fine.As we return to a pre-WW2 order, the middle powers face a challengeAnd its not only other countries that should...
A very long read, but well written. And a wake up call to anyone who is still living under the impression that everything is fine.As we return to a pre-WW2 order, the middle powers face a...

Tidemark, Aug 17, 2024, Off-Topic Discussion ... 330 331 332
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Tidemark
Jan 25, 2026 at 9:52 AM
YouTube mega thread
Board of peace
Board of peace
Board of peace
Board of peace
Logan, Oct 27, 2024, Off-Topic Discussion ... 25 26 27
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Logan
Jan 24, 2026 at 2:45 PM
Potted Blueberries and honeyberries experiences ?
I thought it was quite hard to kill a honeyberry. I've read lots of people have very poor luck with hardwood cuttings and that stool layering is the easiest method to propagate them. I've not...
I thought it was quite hard to kill a honeyberry. I've read lots of people have very poor luck with hardwood cuttings and that stool layering is the easiest method to propagate them. I've not tried yet as mine aren't particularly productive where they are. I keep meaning to move them and get...
I thought it was quite hard to kill a honeyberry. I've read lots of people have very poor luck with hardwood cuttings and that stool layering is the easiest method to propagate them. I've not tried yet as mine aren't particularly productive where...
I thought it was quite hard to kill a honeyberry. I've read lots of people have very poor luck with hardwood cuttings and that stool layering is the easiest method to propagate them. I've not...
glosmike, Feb 16, 2025, Edible Gardening ... 2
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Thevictorian
Jan 24, 2026 at 11:57 AM
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Show Off Your Pets 2026
Barley at the front, River in the middle and berry at the back. I know not supposed to give cats a lot of fish.River had a bit of the runs yesterday evening but he's ok now. Friday the dog...
Barley at the front, River in the middle and berry at the back. I know not supposed to give cats a lot of fish.River had a bit of the runs yesterday evening but he's ok now. Friday the dog walker gave him some different treats, didn't see her Saturday, i wonder if it was that, would it take...
Barley at the front, River in the middle and berry at the back. I know not supposed to give cats a lot of fish.River had a bit of the runs yesterday evening but he's ok now. Friday the dog walker gave him some different treats, didn't see her...
Barley at the front, River in the middle and berry at the back. I know not supposed to give cats a lot of fish.River had a bit of the runs yesterday evening but he's ok now. Friday the dog...

JWK, Jan 1, 2026, Pets Corner ... 4 5 6
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Logan
Jan 25, 2026 at 10:20 AM
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Vegetable Growing 2026
Two in each pocket.
Two in each pocket.
Two in each pocket.
Two in each pocket.
JWK, Jan 1, 2026, Edible Gardening
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pete
Jan 24, 2026 at 7:57 AM
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JANUARY PHOTO COMPETITION 2026
One slice or two?
One slice or two?
One slice or two?
One slice or two?

shiney, Jan 1, 2026, Photo Competitions
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cactus_girl
Jan 24, 2026 at 5:23 PM
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Show Us Your HousePlants In Bloom Now 2026
Well done @Philippa ! I've always had trouble with dendrobiums - probably because I wasn't consistent enough about keeping them dry when building flower buds.
Well done @Philippa ! I've always had trouble with dendrobiums - probably because I wasn't consistent enough about keeping them dry when building flower buds.
Well done @Philippa ! I've always had trouble with dendrobiums - probably because I wasn't consistent enough about keeping them dry when building flower buds.
Well done @Philippa ! I've always had trouble with dendrobiums - probably because I wasn't consistent enough about keeping them dry when building flower buds.
JWK, Jan 1, 2026, Other Plants
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CarolineL
Jan 23, 2026 at 9:50 PM

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