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  2. wiseowl
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    What's your weather like MARCH 2024

    10c bright but cloudy
    10c bright but cloudy
    10c bright but cloudy
    10c bright but cloudy
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  3. JWK
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    Things that have made you happy today' 2024

    I can hear your sigh of relief from here :)
    I can hear your sigh of relief from here :)
    I can hear your sigh of relief from here :)
    I can hear your sigh of relief from here :)
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  4. JWK
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    Latest Moan From You and Me 2024

    My insurance is with Flow who gave me a good quote last year but they've just been taken over by Allianz. I won't be able to make a comparison this year as I'll be changing my car in a couple of...
    My insurance is with Flow who gave me a good quote last year but they've just been taken over by Allianz. I won't be able to make a comparison this year as I'll be changing my car in a couple of weeks.
    My insurance is with Flow who gave me a good quote last year but they've just been taken over by Allianz. I won't be able to make a comparison this year as I'll be changing my car in a couple of weeks.
    My insurance is with Flow who gave me a good quote last year but they've just been taken over by Allianz. I won't be able to make a comparison this year as I'll be changing my car in a couple of...
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  5. JWK
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    Your day (apart from gardening) what took place ? 2024

    Very sad ...
    Very sad ...
    Very sad ...
    Very sad ...
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  6. Fat Controller
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    Big 'Green' Storage.... for those moving home

    If it ends up not being used, we can delete the thread. Thought it better to have than not.
    If it ends up not being used, we can delete the thread. Thought it better to have than not.
    If it ends up not being used, we can delete the thread. Thought it better to have than not.
    If it ends up not being used, we can delete the thread. Thought it better to have than not.
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  7. Logan
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    Like x 4

    programmes to watch

    Excellent. I declare the 2024 gardening year… open! :spinning:
    Excellent. I declare the 2024 gardening year… open! :spinning:
    Excellent. I declare the 2024 gardening year… open! :spinning:
    Excellent. I declare the 2024 gardening year… open! :spinning:
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  8. Upsydaisy
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    What's Cooking Today??

    Yes, but you live in that foreign place called Hampshire :whistle:
    Yes, but you live in that foreign place called Hampshire :whistle:
    Yes, but you live in that foreign place called Hampshire :whistle:
    Yes, but you live in that foreign place called Hampshire :whistle:
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  9. ricky101
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    Corona Virus Treatment

    Indeed. There were various complications. I can't remember specifics but I know there were even a few deaths attributed directly to the vaccine. But as tragic as they were, just in the interest of...
    Indeed. There were various complications. I can't remember specifics but I know there were even a few deaths attributed directly to the vaccine. But as tragic as they were, just in the interest of balance, there were far more deaths directly associated with COVID.Either way, covid did a lot of...
    Indeed. There were various complications. I can't remember specifics but I know there were even a few deaths attributed directly to the vaccine. But as tragic as they were, just in the interest of balance, there were far more deaths directly...
    Indeed. There were various complications. I can't remember specifics but I know there were even a few deaths attributed directly to the vaccine. But as tragic as they were, just in the interest of...
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  10. shiney
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    Hints On Booking Cruises

    To not book one. I prefer small ship excursions. Used Lindblade few years back for my Alaska trip. 55 passangers, most staff have Phd in marine biology, they are coupled with National...
    To not book one. I prefer small ship excursions. Used Lindblade few years back for my Alaska trip. 55 passangers, most staff have Phd in marine biology, they are coupled with National Geographic society. Food was good, open bar extra. Don't have to worry about having fancy clothes...
    To not book one. I prefer small ship excursions. Used Lindblade few years back for my Alaska trip. 55 passangers, most staff have Phd in marine biology, they are coupled with National Geographic society. Food was good, open bar extra....
    To not book one. I prefer small ship excursions. Used Lindblade few years back for my Alaska trip. 55 passangers, most staff have Phd in marine biology, they are coupled with National...
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  11. JWK
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    ANNOUNCEMENT - Sad News about Steve R

    So very shocked and saddened to see this news.Condolences to his family and friends.Godspeed Steve.X
    So very shocked and saddened to see this news.Condolences to his family and friends.Godspeed Steve.X
    So very shocked and saddened to see this news.Condolences to his family and friends.Godspeed Steve.X
    So very shocked and saddened to see this news.Condolences to his family and friends.Godspeed Steve.X
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  12. Sheal
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    Household tips

    We used to use a wood glue which you could buy a catalyst for which made it set in 10 mins rather than the 3 to 4 hours normal setting time. The container said it was phosphoric acid but we found...
    We used to use a wood glue which you could buy a catalyst for which made it set in 10 mins rather than the 3 to 4 hours normal setting time. The container said it was phosphoric acid but we found coke had the same effect.
    We used to use a wood glue which you could buy a catalyst for which made it set in 10 mins rather than the 3 to 4 hours normal setting time. The container said it was phosphoric acid but we found coke had the same effect.
    We used to use a wood glue which you could buy a catalyst for which made it set in 10 mins rather than the 3 to 4 hours normal setting time. The container said it was phosphoric acid but we found...
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  13. wiseowl
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    Rochester Sweeps Festival 2022

    Good afternoon @Nikolaos and @Upsydaisy my good friends it really is great fun and it brings all the seperate towns and people together its a good laugh and full of fun it really is a happy...
    Good afternoon @Nikolaos and @Upsydaisy my good friends it really is great fun and it brings all the seperate towns and people together its a good laugh and full of fun it really is a happy festival and this years being the first one for almost 3 years will be exceptional always well over...
    Good afternoon @Nikolaos and @Upsydaisy my good friends it really is great fun and it brings all the seperate towns and people together its a good laugh and full of fun it really is a happy festival and this years being the first one for almost...
    Good afternoon @Nikolaos and @Upsydaisy my good friends it really is great fun and it brings all the seperate towns and people together its a good laugh and full of fun it really is a happy...
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  14. Fat Controller
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    Return of photo competitions

    What about 'forgot to take the lens cover off'. I'd win that one. When I got this new camera I couldn't seem to get it to work and was fiddling around with a lot of the buttons. A passer by...
    What about 'forgot to take the lens cover off'. I'd win that one. When I got this new camera I couldn't seem to get it to work and was fiddling around with a lot of the buttons. A passer by said "Try taking the lens cover off" :doh: :redface:. My previous camera, same make, beeped if the cover was on when...
    What about 'forgot to take the lens cover off'. I'd win that one. When I got this new camera I couldn't seem to get it to work and was fiddling around with a lot of the buttons. A passer by said "Try taking the lens cover off" :doh: :redface:. My previous...
    What about 'forgot to take the lens cover off'. I'd win that one. When I got this new camera I couldn't seem to get it to work and was fiddling around with a lot of the buttons. A passer by...
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  15. Fat Controller
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    ANNOUNCEMENT - Deeply Sad News

    As has been mentioned in notices, Eddy's chosen charity was Motor Neurone Disease Association. Whilst there is no specific fundraising link (sadly all of these justgiving/gofundme type things all...
    As has been mentioned in notices, Eddy's chosen charity was Motor Neurone Disease Association. Whilst there is no specific fundraising link (sadly all of these justgiving/gofundme type things all take a cut of any monies raised), if you wish you can make a donation in Eddy's memory by following...
    As has been mentioned in notices, Eddy's chosen charity was Motor Neurone Disease Association. Whilst there is no specific fundraising link (sadly all of these justgiving/gofundme type things all take a cut of any monies raised), if you wish you...
    As has been mentioned in notices, Eddy's chosen charity was Motor Neurone Disease Association. Whilst there is no specific fundraising link (sadly all of these justgiving/gofundme type things all...
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  16. ARMANDII
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    MY LAST POST

    Due to my deteriorating health I will have to permanently leave as of tonight, with great sadness, Gardeners Corner. I want to thank every member of the GC Gang for their friendship and making...
    Due to my deteriorating health I will have to permanently leave as of tonight, with great sadness, Gardeners Corner. I want to thank every member of the GC Gang for their friendship and making GC the best, the friendliest, Gardening Forum around. So thank you, everyone, for being who you are...
    Due to my deteriorating health I will have to permanently leave as of tonight, with great sadness, Gardeners Corner. I want to thank every member of the GC Gang for their friendship and making GC the best, the friendliest, Gardening Forum...
    Due to my deteriorating health I will have to permanently leave as of tonight, with great sadness, Gardeners Corner. I want to thank every member of the GC Gang for their friendship and making...
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  17. Marley Farley
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    Agree x 3

    2018 - 2022 NEW rules and Protocols please read

    "The Gardeners Corner Admin Team would like to make members aware that the Rules and Protocols of Gardeners Corner have been updated with immediate effect in order to make them fit and conform for...
    "The Gardeners Corner Admin Team would like to make members aware that the Rules and Protocols of Gardeners Corner have been updated with immediate effect in order to make them fit and conform for use in these days of modern Global Social Media. Please note that it is policy for the Admin Team...
    "The Gardeners Corner Admin Team would like to make members aware that the Rules and Protocols of Gardeners Corner have been updated with immediate effect in order to make them fit and conform for use in these days of modern Global Social...
    "The Gardeners Corner Admin Team would like to make members aware that the Rules and Protocols of Gardeners Corner have been updated with immediate effect in order to make them fit and conform for...
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  19. BB3

    WORDS

    "methionylthreonylthreonylglutaminylarginyl… At over 180,000 letters long, the chemical name of the protein titin is often said to technically be the longest English word. If spoken out loud, this...
    "methionylthreonylthreonylglutaminylarginyl… At over 180,000 letters long, the chemical name of the protein titin is often said to technically be the longest English word. If spoken out loud, this word takes over three hours to say!"
    "methionylthreonylthreonylglutaminylarginyl… At over 180,000 letters long, the chemical name of the protein titin is often said to technically be the longest English word. If spoken out loud, this word takes over three hours to say!"
    "methionylthreonylthreonylglutaminylarginyl… At over 180,000 letters long, the chemical name of the protein titin is often said to technically be the longest English word. If spoken out loud, this...
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  20. Fat Controller
    Like x 6

    The cost of living... what can we do?

    So I also have a cup of grits leftover from two nights ago. Not wasting that. Will mix it in with some ground sausage, and add an egg, spices, and fry it up. Normally people put bread...
    So I also have a cup of grits leftover from two nights ago. Not wasting that. Will mix it in with some ground sausage, and add an egg, spices, and fry it up. Normally people put bread crumbs in, grits will be just fine.
    So I also have a cup of grits leftover from two nights ago. Not wasting that. Will mix it in with some ground sausage, and add an egg, spices, and fry it up. Normally people put bread crumbs in, grits will be just fine.
    So I also have a cup of grits leftover from two nights ago. Not wasting that. Will mix it in with some ground sausage, and add an egg, spices, and fry it up. Normally people put bread...
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  21. clanless

    Ukraine

    It's all kicking off inside Russia now by the looks of it. There's a paramilitary organisation made up of Russians that fight on the side of Ukraine. It would seem they've been conducting a number...
    It's all kicking off inside Russia now by the looks of it. There's a paramilitary organisation made up of Russians that fight on the side of Ukraine. It would seem they've been conducting a number of strikes inside Russia over the last few days. That in itself is not new, but it looks like it's...
    It's all kicking off inside Russia now by the looks of it. There's a paramilitary organisation made up of Russians that fight on the side of Ukraine. It would seem they've been conducting a number of strikes inside Russia over the last few days....
    It's all kicking off inside Russia now by the looks of it. There's a paramilitary organisation made up of Russians that fight on the side of Ukraine. It would seem they've been conducting a number...
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  22. Palustris

    Did I miss something?

    It happened around the middle of the day or early afternoon, yesterday @Palustris , from what I could tell. I saw it when I came in later on.
    It happened around the middle of the day or early afternoon, yesterday @Palustris , from what I could tell. I saw it when I came in later on.
    It happened around the middle of the day or early afternoon, yesterday @Palustris , from what I could tell. I saw it when I came in later on.
    It happened around the middle of the day or early afternoon, yesterday @Palustris , from what I could tell. I saw it when I came in later on.
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  23. Songbird

    REZZERS

    Meant to say thanks to @Upsydaisy - will take a look at those threads, too.
    Meant to say thanks to @Upsydaisy - will take a look at those threads, too.
    Meant to say thanks to @Upsydaisy - will take a look at those threads, too.
    Meant to say thanks to @Upsydaisy - will take a look at those threads, too.
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  24. pete

    Mystery object.

    Its kind of soft but I dont want to squeeze it too hard as I think it might explode or something and squirt me with some strange liquid.
    Its kind of soft but I dont want to squeeze it too hard as I think it might explode or something and squirt me with some strange liquid.
    Its kind of soft but I dont want to squeeze it too hard as I think it might explode or something and squirt me with some strange liquid.
    Its kind of soft but I dont want to squeeze it too hard as I think it might explode or something and squirt me with some strange liquid.
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  25. Upsydaisy

    Happy Birthday....

    Thank you for reminding me ,it’s great to have two birthdays a year. That’s how it works ,we are told not to give our true birthday on line. I am Scorpio. THANKS.
    Thank you for reminding me ,it’s great to have two birthdays a year. That’s how it works ,we are told not to give our true birthday on line. I am Scorpio. THANKS.
    Thank you for reminding me ,it’s great to have two birthdays a year. That’s how it works ,we are told not to give our true birthday on line. I am Scorpio. THANKS.
    Thank you for reminding me ,it’s great to have two birthdays a year. That’s how it works ,we are told not to give our true birthday on line. I am Scorpio. THANKS.
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  26. Upsydaisy

    Happy Belated Birthday ..

    Thank you didn't do much just had a day in the garden . Normally sow tomatoes on my Bday but haven't got round to it yet, maybe tomorrow
    Thank you didn't do much just had a day in the garden . Normally sow tomatoes on my Bday but haven't got round to it yet, maybe tomorrow
    Thank you didn't do much just had a day in the garden . Normally sow tomatoes on my Bday but haven't got round to it yet, maybe tomorrow
    Thank you didn't do much just had a day in the garden . Normally sow tomatoes on my Bday but haven't got round to it yet, maybe tomorrow
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  27. pete

    Electric cars.

    When you hear the detail of this story in particular, Jaguar should be hanging their heads in shame. This was the second such incident with the same car.
    When you hear the detail of this story in particular, Jaguar should be hanging their heads in shame. This was the second such incident with the same car.
    When you hear the detail of this story in particular, Jaguar should be hanging their heads in shame. This was the second such incident with the same car.
    When you hear the detail of this story in particular, Jaguar should be hanging their heads in shame. This was the second such incident with the same car.
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  28. Victoria
    Like x 3

    This and That ... perhaps of interest ...

    We've got a VR set. One of my kids wanted one for Christmas. I initially said no, mostly for the reasons I think you're alluding to, namely that it might be seen as yet another reason not to do...
    We've got a VR set. One of my kids wanted one for Christmas. I initially said no, mostly for the reasons I think you're alluding to, namely that it might be seen as yet another reason not to do actual activity. But I eventually caved on on the condition that it's shared among the whole...
    We've got a VR set. One of my kids wanted one for Christmas. I initially said no, mostly for the reasons I think you're alluding to, namely that it might be seen as yet another reason not to do actual activity. But I eventually caved on on the...
    We've got a VR set. One of my kids wanted one for Christmas. I initially said no, mostly for the reasons I think you're alluding to, namely that it might be seen as yet another reason not to do...
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  29. Michael Hewett

    Zoom

    Maybe if I had close family living far away Zoom/Skype/or whatever would be a good idea for me too, but I only have a few relations and some of those are not very communicative anyway, so I don't...
    Maybe if I had close family living far away Zoom/Skype/or whatever would be a good idea for me too, but I only have a few relations and some of those are not very communicative anyway, so I don't know why I thought about it in the first place, and I've decided not to bother with it.
    Maybe if I had close family living far away Zoom/Skype/or whatever would be a good idea for me too, but I only have a few relations and some of those are not very communicative anyway, so I don't know why I thought about it in the first place,...
    Maybe if I had close family living far away Zoom/Skype/or whatever would be a good idea for me too, but I only have a few relations and some of those are not very communicative anyway, so I don't...
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  30. Upsydaisy

    Happy St David's Day.......

    Feliz aniversario Bella from Van, Munchkin and The Squeak. :cat-kittyandsmiley::cat-kittyandsmiley::cat-kittyandsmiley:
    Feliz aniversario Bella from Van, Munchkin and The Squeak. :cat-kittyandsmiley::cat-kittyandsmiley::cat-kittyandsmiley:
    Feliz aniversario Bella from Van, Munchkin and The Squeak. :cat-kittyandsmiley::cat-kittyandsmiley::cat-kittyandsmiley:
    Feliz aniversario Bella from Van, Munchkin and The Squeak. :cat-kittyandsmiley::cat-kittyandsmiley::cat-kittyandsmiley:
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  31. wiseowl
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    Friendly x 3

    What's your weather like FEBRUARY 2024

    Good morning all, light rain and light winds temp 3c to 6c Precipitation 77% Sunrise 6.53 Sunrise 17.48 Rain for most of the day
    Good morning all, light rain and light winds temp 3c to 6c Precipitation 77% Sunrise 6.53 Sunrise 17.48 Rain for most of the day
    Good morning all, light rain and light winds temp 3c to 6c Precipitation 77% Sunrise 6.53 Sunrise 17.48 Rain for most of the day
    Good morning all, light rain and light winds temp 3c to 6c Precipitation 77% Sunrise 6.53 Sunrise 17.48 Rain for most of the day
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  32. Fof

    Energy Performance Rating certificates (EPC)

    They are pretty thorough here and have been doing it for years.
    They are pretty thorough here and have been doing it for years.
    They are pretty thorough here and have been doing it for years.
    They are pretty thorough here and have been doing it for years.
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  33. Baalmaiden

    Controls that are difficult to use.

    I have just mastered how to set the timer on my new oven. It is a Bosch one which should be a good make. For a start my husband cannot read the marks on the knob as they are so small. Why do...
    I have just mastered how to set the timer on my new oven. It is a Bosch one which should be a good make. For a start my husband cannot read the marks on the knob as they are so small. Why do things have buttons which go like this: Press once for X, twice for Y and three times for Z then you have...
    I have just mastered how to set the timer on my new oven. It is a Bosch one which should be a good make. For a start my husband cannot read the marks on the knob as they are so small. Why do things have buttons which go like this: Press once for...
    I have just mastered how to set the timer on my new oven. It is a Bosch one which should be a good make. For a start my husband cannot read the marks on the knob as they are so small. Why do...
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  34. pete

    Youfibre

    High fibre intake gives you the runs, whereas high fibre providers usually give one the runaround.
    High fibre intake gives you the runs, whereas high fibre providers usually give one the runaround.
    High fibre intake gives you the runs, whereas high fibre providers usually give one the runaround.
    High fibre intake gives you the runs, whereas high fibre providers usually give one the runaround.
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  35. longk

    Watched Any Good Films Lately?

    Just as I had hoped...absolutely brilliant and I would love to see it again.His music and lyrics are as inspirational today as they were back then in the 70's.
    Just as I had hoped...absolutely brilliant and I would love to see it again.His music and lyrics are as inspirational today as they were back then in the 70's.
    Just as I had hoped...absolutely brilliant and I would love to see it again.His music and lyrics are as inspirational today as they were back then in the 70's.
    Just as I had hoped...absolutely brilliant and I would love to see it again.His music and lyrics are as inspirational today as they were back then in the 70's.
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  36. Purple Streaks

    Early Chicago wind organ

    Goodness me that is terrible My mum witnessed the Scarborough blitz when german mines were dropped on the town, I still have a piece of the silk parachute cord used to float the mines down, she...
    Goodness me that is terrible My mum witnessed the Scarborough blitz when german mines were dropped on the town, I still have a piece of the silk parachute cord used to float the mines down, she salvaged afterwards. Her sister was working in the munitions factory they were going for at the time...
    Goodness me that is terrible My mum witnessed the Scarborough blitz when german mines were dropped on the town, I still have a piece of the silk parachute cord used to float the mines down, she salvaged afterwards. Her sister was working in the...
    Goodness me that is terrible My mum witnessed the Scarborough blitz when german mines were dropped on the town, I still have a piece of the silk parachute cord used to float the mines down, she...
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  37. Fat Controller

    Semi-garden related...

    Would a gabled lid work FC? The front half could have the holes in that Mrs FC could access more easily.
    Would a gabled lid work FC? The front half could have the holes in that Mrs FC could access more easily.
    Would a gabled lid work FC? The front half could have the holes in that Mrs FC could access more easily.
    Would a gabled lid work FC? The front half could have the holes in that Mrs FC could access more easily.
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  38. Drahcir

    Site owner protection.

    Long words probably.:whistle:;)
    Long words probably.:whistle:;)
    Long words probably.:whistle:;)
    Long words probably.:whistle:;)
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