Date: 1/07/2025 01:37:20
From: kii
ID: 2296788
Subject: Chat July 2025

taps watch
looks at calendar

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Date: 1/07/2025 02:10:09
From: Neophyte
ID: 2296789
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

kii said:


taps watch
looks at calendar

Pinch and a punch for the first day of the month!

(runs away)

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Date: 1/07/2025 02:15:00
From: AussieDJ
ID: 2296790
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Happy New Financial Year Month!

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Date: 1/07/2025 02:49:39
From: kii
ID: 2296793
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Neophyte said:


kii said:

taps watch
looks at calendar

Pinch and a punch for the first day of the month!

(runs away)

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Date: 1/07/2025 03:26:34
From: transition
ID: 2296794
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

my reading
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Geopolitik

quiet tonight, though right ear is ringing bad, forgot earmuffs yesterday to do chainsawing, used toilet paper, didn’t block the sound properly but stopped the shit running out my ears more so

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Date: 1/07/2025 03:31:34
From: AussieDJ
ID: 2296795
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Hi Woodie! Mr Car!

Some train videos I just came across that you might be interested in:

Drivers eye view, Arrivals Yard to Newport, A2 Steam, May 2025: – A ride along the track from the Arrivals Yard in North Melbourne to Newport in the South West of Melbourne, Victoria, Australia on an A2 class steam locomotive hauling a heritage special train in May 2025. The camera is mounted inside the smoke deflector at the front of the loco. You don’t see much for the first few seconds until the loco outpaces the steam billowing around the front.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ozd7QJpwYGI
…………

Next, a Drivers eye view, Wycheproof to Teddywaddy, in an R-class locomotive: – Travel on the freight line from Wycheproof to Teddywaddy in the north of the state of Victoria, Australia with this unique view on an R class Locomotive. August 2023

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dJda_uTj3mo
…………

Finally, the view from over the driver’s shoulder, on a Tait train on the Sandringham line, Feb 2024: – Travel in the drivers cab with the driver in this restored TAIT train that is over 100 years old. A rare look at what happens inside the cab of one of these classic trains that were the backbone of the Melbourne suburban rail system for so many years. This is a special train running shuttle trips for the general public on the Sandringham line in Melbourne, Victoria, Australia in February 2024.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qJPP8uO7EFw

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Date: 1/07/2025 03:33:24
From: AussieDJ
ID: 2296796
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

AussieDJ said:


Hi Woodie! Mr Car!

Some train videos I just came across that you might be interested in:

Drivers eye view, Arrivals Yard to Newport, A2 Steam, May 2025: – A ride along the track from the Arrivals Yard in North Melbourne to Newport in the South West of Melbourne, Victoria, Australia on an A2 class steam locomotive hauling a heritage special train in May 2025. The camera is mounted inside the smoke deflector at the front of the loco. You don’t see much for the first few seconds until the loco outpaces the steam billowing around the front.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ozd7QJpwYGI
…………

Next, a Drivers eye view, Wycheproof to Teddywaddy, in an R-class locomotive: – Travel on the freight line from Wycheproof to Teddywaddy in the north of the state of Victoria, Australia with this unique view on an R class Locomotive. August 2023

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dJda_uTj3mo
…………

Finally, the view from over the driver’s shoulder, on a Tait train on the Sandringham line, Feb 2024: – Travel in the drivers cab with the driver in this restored TAIT train that is over 100 years old. A rare look at what happens inside the cab of one of these classic trains that were the backbone of the Melbourne suburban rail system for so many years. This is a special train running shuttle trips for the general public on the Sandringham line in Melbourne, Victoria, Australia in February 2024.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qJPP8uO7EFw

Oh, and TOOT

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Date: 1/07/2025 03:53:39
From: kii
ID: 2296798
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

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Date: 1/07/2025 05:47:01
From: Divine Angel
ID: 2296799
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Neophyte said:


kii said:

taps watch
looks at calendar

Pinch and a punch for the first day of the month!

(runs away)

White rabbit!

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Date: 1/07/2025 05:54:13
From: Divine Angel
ID: 2296800
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Sunny and breezy today with a top of 20.

Got woken up five minutes ago by Jellybean barking, so I got up to get investigate. People are talking outside; summer or winter, there’s always people walking early, but boat neighbours’ sensor light is on so maybe someone tried to steal the boat. I live in hope.

Today Mini Me wants to be the adult and we are the kids. She’s given us names: I’m Daisylen, and Mr Mutant is Bartholomew. I said there’s a ton of washing to do today, she said she’s willing to take it on, and we shook on it. There’s also grocery shopping to be done today, which she wants to do mostly on her own as well.

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Date: 1/07/2025 06:10:30
From: kii
ID: 2296801
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

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Date: 1/07/2025 06:46:31
From: buffy
ID: 2296802
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Good morning Holidayers. Presently a zero at the back door and not light yet. We are forecast morning fog and a maximum of 13 degrees.

The garbage truck (I think probably the recyclables one) was running late this morning. Usually it is just after 6.00am, but it wasn’t here until half past. And it was taking it’s time. Rather than the usual race up the hill, tip out the stuff, race off.

We are going to the bush today for fence sorting etc.

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Date: 1/07/2025 06:59:01
From: roughbarked
ID: 2296804
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Morning. 0.3 at the back door. Dewpoint is 0.3. Wind is zero and the same for rainfall.

Jobs today will be start cleaning and servicing the ute for it will be needed in less than a fortnight to pick up son and family and luggage from the airport as they are in Brisbane Australia ATM and after holidaying at Noosa will fly to Canberra to catch up with the non-flying resident, me.

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Date: 1/07/2025 08:10:08
From: Michael V
ID: 2296813
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Divine Angel said:


Sunny and breezy today with a top of 20.

Got woken up five minutes ago by Jellybean barking, so I got up to get investigate. People are talking outside; summer or winter, there’s always people walking early, but boat neighbours’ sensor light is on so maybe someone tried to steal the boat. I live in hope.

Today Mini Me wants to be the adult and we are the kids. She’s given us names: I’m Daisylen, and Mr Mutant is Bartholomew. I said there’s a ton of washing to do today, she said she’s willing to take it on, and we shook on it. There’s also grocery shopping to be done today, which she wants to do mostly on her own as well.

What a great helper!

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Date: 1/07/2025 08:22:53
From: Divine Angel
ID: 2296816
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Michael V said:


Divine Angel said:

Sunny and breezy today with a top of 20.

Got woken up five minutes ago by Jellybean barking, so I got up to get investigate. People are talking outside; summer or winter, there’s always people walking early, but boat neighbours’ sensor light is on so maybe someone tried to steal the boat. I live in hope.

Today Mini Me wants to be the adult and we are the kids. She’s given us names: I’m Daisylen, and Mr Mutant is Bartholomew. I said there’s a ton of washing to do today, she said she’s willing to take it on, and we shook on it. There’s also grocery shopping to be done today, which she wants to do mostly on her own as well.

What a great helper!

I’ve already gotten my “brother” in trouble and sent to the time out chair for forty minutes 😎

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Date: 1/07/2025 08:32:27
From: Michael V
ID: 2296819
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Divine Angel said:


Michael V said:

Divine Angel said:

Sunny and breezy today with a top of 20.

Got woken up five minutes ago by Jellybean barking, so I got up to get investigate. People are talking outside; summer or winter, there’s always people walking early, but boat neighbours’ sensor light is on so maybe someone tried to steal the boat. I live in hope.

Today Mini Me wants to be the adult and we are the kids. She’s given us names: I’m Daisylen, and Mr Mutant is Bartholomew. I said there’s a ton of washing to do today, she said she’s willing to take it on, and we shook on it. There’s also grocery shopping to be done today, which she wants to do mostly on her own as well.

What a great helper!

I’ve already gotten my “brother” in trouble and sent to the time out chair for forty minutes 😎

Oh!

I’m gunna leave that weird brother-sister thing well alone…

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Date: 1/07/2025 08:44:37
From: Divine Angel
ID: 2296822
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Michael V said:


Divine Angel said:

Michael V said:

What a great helper!

I’ve already gotten my “brother” in trouble and sent to the time out chair for forty minutes 😎

Oh!

I’m gunna leave that weird brother-sister thing well alone…

I’ve already been told I can’t can’t say he has a cute butt

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Date: 1/07/2025 08:51:24
From: Michael V
ID: 2296823
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Divine Angel said:


Michael V said:

Divine Angel said:

I’ve already gotten my “brother” in trouble and sent to the time out chair for forty minutes 😎

Oh!

I’m gunna leave that weird brother-sister thing well alone…

I’ve already been told I can’t can’t say he has a cute butt

LOL

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Date: 1/07/2025 09:01:14
From: Divine Angel
ID: 2296824
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

One of the comments: “oh, I didn’t know the sun was flat too!”

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Date: 1/07/2025 09:08:59
From: Michael V
ID: 2296825
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Divine Angel said:


One of the comments: “oh, I didn’t know the sun was flat too!”

Head explodes.

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Date: 1/07/2025 10:06:44
From: Cymek
ID: 2296832
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Hello

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Date: 1/07/2025 10:07:58
From: Tamb
ID: 2296833
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Cymek said:


Hello

G’day

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Date: 1/07/2025 10:34:14
From: Peak Warming Man
ID: 2296834
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Morning grimpils, the suns out.
Over.

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Date: 1/07/2025 10:37:02
From: transition
ID: 2296835
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

my reading…
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/A_Clean_Break:_A_New_Strategy_for_Securing_the_Realm

i’ll unload the ute shortly, the load of tidy fire wood, you stay seated, you generalized generic unspecified unspecific

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Date: 1/07/2025 10:39:46
From: Bogsnorkler
ID: 2296836
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Divine Angel said:


Michael V said:

Divine Angel said:

Sunny and breezy today with a top of 20.

Got woken up five minutes ago by Jellybean barking, so I got up to get investigate. People are talking outside; summer or winter, there’s always people walking early, but boat neighbours’ sensor light is on so maybe someone tried to steal the boat. I live in hope.

Today Mini Me wants to be the adult and we are the kids. She’s given us names: I’m Daisylen, and Mr Mutant is Bartholomew. I said there’s a ton of washing to do today, she said she’s willing to take it on, and we shook on it. There’s also grocery shopping to be done today, which she wants to do mostly on her own as well.

What a great helper!

I’ve already gotten my “brother” in trouble and sent to the time out chair for forty minutes 😎

Not the comfy chair???

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Date: 1/07/2025 10:51:53
From: Peak Warming Man
ID: 2296838
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

transition said:


my reading…
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/A_Clean_Break:_A_New_Strategy_for_Securing_the_Realm

i’ll unload the ute shortly, the load of tidy fire wood, you stay seated, you generalized generic unspecified unspecific

Roger.

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Date: 1/07/2025 10:52:10
From: Peak Warming Man
ID: 2296839
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Cymek said:


Hello

Greetings.

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Date: 1/07/2025 11:35:12
From: Peak Warming Man
ID: 2296842
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

BREAKING

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Date: 1/07/2025 11:36:08
From: Michael V
ID: 2296843
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Well, it was calm. Now, I’d guess that the wind is gusting to 50 km/h

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Date: 1/07/2025 11:37:11
From: Michael V
ID: 2296844
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Peak Warming Man said:


BREAKING


Well, at least it is not about Dunny Dump.

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Date: 1/07/2025 11:39:49
From: Divine Angel
ID: 2296847
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Michael V said:


Well, it was calm. Now, I’d guess that the wind is gusting to 50 km/h

Great washing & drying day!

Mini Me did three loads, complained she ran out of room on the line, so after I fixed her hanging technique we’ve actually got two whole lines left.

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Date: 1/07/2025 11:55:24
From: transition
ID: 2296849
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

and wood unloaded, stacked left to right larger to smaller, I could end up being the teacher’s pet, buffy be in later to say what a model human I am, worth emulating, she possibly may hide her approval by ignoring me, a dissemblance of some sort, not want to show favoritism, not everyone is up to our standards of fire wood sorting

and coffee in a moment

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Date: 1/07/2025 11:56:04
From: Michael V
ID: 2296851
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Divine Angel said:


Michael V said:

Well, it was calm. Now, I’d guess that the wind is gusting to 50 km/h

Great washing & drying day!

Mini Me did three loads, complained she ran out of room on the line, so after I fixed her hanging technique we’ve actually got two whole lines left.

Mrs V’s done two loads and says there is not enough room left to do another. I’m not about to suggest anything about her hanging technique. Because. Just because.

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Date: 1/07/2025 11:56:44
From: Peak Warming Man
ID: 2296852
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Michael V said:


Divine Angel said:

Michael V said:

Well, it was calm. Now, I’d guess that the wind is gusting to 50 km/h

Great washing & drying day!

Mini Me did three loads, complained she ran out of room on the line, so after I fixed her hanging technique we’ve actually got two whole lines left.

Mrs V’s done two loads and says there is not enough room left to do another. I’m not about to suggest anything about her hanging technique. Because. Just because.

Wise.

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Date: 1/07/2025 11:57:27
From: Peak Warming Man
ID: 2296853
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

It’s wild and woolie in Sydney at the moment.
https://www.sea-eaglecam.org/video.html

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Date: 1/07/2025 12:01:04
From: Bogsnorkler
ID: 2296854
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Michael V said:


Divine Angel said:

Michael V said:

Well, it was calm. Now, I’d guess that the wind is gusting to 50 km/h

Great washing & drying day!

Mini Me did three loads, complained she ran out of room on the line, so after I fixed her hanging technique we’ve actually got two whole lines left.

Mrs V’s done two loads and says there is not enough room left to do another. I’m not about to suggest anything about her hanging technique. Because. Just because.

if it isn’t optimal then mrs v would probably appreciate guidance in a more logical arrangement. you are a team after all.

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Date: 1/07/2025 12:17:12
From: Bubblecar
ID: 2296855
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Divine Angel said:


Michael V said:

Well, it was calm. Now, I’d guess that the wind is gusting to 50 km/h

Great washing & drying day!

Mini Me did three loads, complained she ran out of room on the line, so after I fixed her hanging technique we’ve actually got two whole lines left.

That’s reminded me to get the towels in that have been out there for some days now.

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Date: 1/07/2025 12:39:00
From: Woodie
ID: 2296859
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Peak Warming Man said:


It’s wild and woolie in Sydney at the moment.
https://www.sea-eaglecam.org/video.html

Better issue a priority 1 All Points Bulletin, Mr Man. Get everyone to check their dog.

To see if it’s still on its chain.

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Date: 1/07/2025 12:41:11
From: Woodie
ID: 2296861
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Divine Angel said:


Michael V said:

Well, it was calm. Now, I’d guess that the wind is gusting to 50 km/h

Great washing & drying day!

Mini Me did three loads, complained she ran out of room on the line, so after I fixed her hanging technique we’ve actually got two whole lines left.

Hang your pair of socks with just the one peg. Not only saves space, but saves on pegs that way too.

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Date: 1/07/2025 12:42:02
From: Woodie
ID: 2296862
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Bubblecar said:


Divine Angel said:

Michael V said:

Well, it was calm. Now, I’d guess that the wind is gusting to 50 km/h

Great washing & drying day!

Mini Me did three loads, complained she ran out of room on the line, so after I fixed her hanging technique we’ve actually got two whole lines left.

That’s reminded me to get the towels in that have been out there for some days now.

They’ll be frozen solid by now.

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Date: 1/07/2025 13:14:50
From: Michael V
ID: 2296867
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Woodie said:


Bubblecar said:

Divine Angel said:

Great washing & drying day!

Mini Me did three loads, complained she ran out of room on the line, so after I fixed her hanging technique we’ve actually got two whole lines left.

That’s reminded me to get the towels in that have been out there for some days now.

They’ll be frozen solid by now.

Ours would be full of very very fine quartz grit and need to be washed again.

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Date: 1/07/2025 13:21:58
From: Peak Warming Man
ID: 2296868
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

>>Dom Sibley’s titanic triple century powered Surrey to a club-record 820 for nine as Durham felt the heat with the Kookaburra ball in the Rothesay County Championship.

Their bowlers need to get used to the kookaburra ball before the ashes.

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Date: 1/07/2025 13:23:24
From: Peak Warming Man
ID: 2296869
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Woodie said:


Bubblecar said:

Divine Angel said:

Great washing & drying day!

Mini Me did three loads, complained she ran out of room on the line, so after I fixed her hanging technique we’ve actually got two whole lines left.

That’s reminded me to get the towels in that have been out there for some days now.

They’ll be frozen solid by now.

Yeah, if you try and fold them they’ll break.

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Date: 1/07/2025 14:14:32
From: Bubblecar
ID: 2296870
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

I don’t buy anything like 56 new items of clothing per year.

https://www.abc.net.au/news/2024-06-12/calls-for-australia-to-follow-france-tax-ultra-fast-fashion/103965144

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Date: 1/07/2025 14:15:10
From: Bubblecar
ID: 2296871
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Mr Tunks is here to trim some of the hedges.

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Date: 1/07/2025 14:21:46
From: Peak Warming Man
ID: 2296872
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Bubblecar said:


I don’t buy anything like 56 new items of clothing per year.

https://www.abc.net.au/news/2024-06-12/calls-for-australia-to-follow-france-tax-ultra-fast-fashion/103965144


Sox.

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Date: 1/07/2025 14:22:11
From: Divine Angel
ID: 2296873
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Bubblecar said:


I don’t buy anything like 56 new items of clothing per year.

https://www.abc.net.au/news/2024-06-12/calls-for-australia-to-follow-france-tax-ultra-fast-fashion/103965144


Me neither. I am buying more clothing now because my washing machine keeps putting holes into our clothes.

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Date: 1/07/2025 14:49:29
From: Arts
ID: 2296877
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

well, I’m a little bit poorer in cash, but richer in style and convenience…

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Date: 1/07/2025 15:07:22
From: Bogsnorkler
ID: 2296878
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Arts said:


well, I’m a little bit poorer in cash, but richer in style and convenience…


looks nice.

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Date: 1/07/2025 15:09:38
From: Woodie
ID: 2296879
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Arts said:


well, I’m a little bit poorer in cash, but richer in style and convenience…


Very zoomy. 😁

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Date: 1/07/2025 15:11:03
From: Neophyte
ID: 2296880
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Divine Angel said:


Michael V said:

Well, it was calm. Now, I’d guess that the wind is gusting to 50 km/h

Great washing & drying day!

Mini Me did three loads, complained she ran out of room on the line, so after I fixed her hanging technique we’ve actually got two whole lines left.

Can she come and stay here for a few days?

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Date: 1/07/2025 15:30:03
From: Divine Angel
ID: 2296882
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Arts said:


well, I’m a little bit poorer in cash, but richer in style and convenience…


Oh noice. Did you get the same colour?

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Date: 1/07/2025 15:35:09
From: Arts
ID: 2296883
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Bogsnorkler said:


Arts said:

well, I’m a little bit poorer in cash, but richer in style and convenience…


looks nice.

yes, I’ve always ever bought used cars and been limited because of the conversions we’ve need to fit Mr arts in … and the current car we have was (IIRC) five years old when we got it… so that was the newest car I’d ever had.. so this one is kind of special and just for me…

meh what’s money for if we cant spoil ourselves sometimes

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Date: 1/07/2025 15:36:41
From: Arts
ID: 2296885
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Divine Angel said:


Arts said:

well, I’m a little bit poorer in cash, but richer in style and convenience…


Oh noice. Did you get the same colour?

yep, that’s the colour… they let me ceremonially put the sold sticker on the car… and then I stepped back and said “Oh crap I hate that license plate” and the poor sales guy almost died on the spot… oh how I laughed…

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Date: 1/07/2025 15:37:19
From: Cymek
ID: 2296886
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Arts said:


Bogsnorkler said:

Arts said:

well, I’m a little bit poorer in cash, but richer in style and convenience…


looks nice.

yes, I’ve always ever bought used cars and been limited because of the conversions we’ve need to fit Mr arts in … and the current car we have was (IIRC) five years old when we got it… so that was the newest car I’d ever had.. so this one is kind of special and just for me…

meh what’s money for if we cant spoil ourselves sometimes

For sure, don’t you be feeling guilty either.

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Date: 1/07/2025 15:37:35
From: Michael V
ID: 2296887
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Bubblecar said:


I don’t buy anything like 56 new items of clothing per year.

https://www.abc.net.au/news/2024-06-12/calls-for-australia-to-follow-france-tax-ultra-fast-fashion/103965144


I average about one item of clothing per year, including shoes (thongs) and underclothes.

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Date: 1/07/2025 15:37:44
From: Peak Warming Man
ID: 2296888
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Arts said:


well, I’m a little bit poorer in cash, but richer in style and convenience…


Yep good, they have little problems with blue ones.

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Date: 1/07/2025 15:39:53
From: Michael V
ID: 2296890
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Arts said:


well, I’m a little bit poorer in cash, but richer in style and convenience…


Nice one. Enjoy it while you can.

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Date: 1/07/2025 15:43:55
From: Bubblecar
ID: 2296891
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Peak Warming Man said:


Arts said:

well, I’m a little bit poorer in cash, but richer in style and convenience…


Yep good, they have little problems with blue ones.

They’re not as fast as the red ones but they’re safer.

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Date: 1/07/2025 15:45:38
From: Divine Angel
ID: 2296892
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Michael V said:


Arts said:

well, I’m a little bit poorer in cash, but richer in style and convenience…


Nice one. Enjoy it while you can.

Dr Criminologist Arts bought a new car, posting it on the internet as a source of pride. (As it should be.) Little did she know, the poster known as Michael V was a career criminal, recently released with a score to settle.

So when he wished her a simple, “enjoy it while you can”, the world saw a good man wishing a good friend enjoyment of her new vehicle. In reality, though, MV was planning his revenge… Enjoy it while you can…

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Date: 1/07/2025 15:46:17
From: Arts
ID: 2296893
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Peak Warming Man said:


Arts said:

well, I’m a little bit poorer in cash, but richer in style and convenience…


Yep good, they have little problems with blue ones.

according to sales guy the most popular colour of car…

I thought it was white but there we go

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Date: 1/07/2025 15:47:19
From: Arts
ID: 2296894
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Divine Angel said:


Michael V said:

Arts said:

well, I’m a little bit poorer in cash, but richer in style and convenience…


Nice one. Enjoy it while you can.

Dr Criminologist Arts bought a new car, posting it on the internet as a source of pride. (As it should be.) Little did she know, the poster known as Michael V was a career criminal, recently released with a score to settle.

So when he wished her a simple, “enjoy it while you can”, the world saw a good man wishing a good friend enjoyment of her new vehicle. In reality, though, MV was planning his revenge… Enjoy it while you can…

yes but I just posted a generic photo from the MG website…

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Date: 1/07/2025 15:48:15
From: diddly-squat
ID: 2296895
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Arts said:


well, I’m a little bit poorer in cash, but richer in style and convenience…


nice work.. did you end up buying or leasing?

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Date: 1/07/2025 15:49:34
From: diddly-squat
ID: 2296896
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Michael V said:


Bubblecar said:

I don’t buy anything like 56 new items of clothing per year.

https://www.abc.net.au/news/2024-06-12/calls-for-australia-to-follow-france-tax-ultra-fast-fashion/103965144


I average about one item of clothing per year, including shoes (thongs) and underclothes.

wha…

I think it’s incumbent on all adult people to refresh their underwear once a year

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Date: 1/07/2025 15:49:47
From: Arts
ID: 2296897
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

diddly-squat said:


Arts said:

well, I’m a little bit poorer in cash, but richer in style and convenience…


nice work.. did you end up buying or leasing?

I just bought it .. leasing was a little more involved and really, I had the money.. so what was I even thinking?? This ingrained thing of svaing money for a rainy day is really such a boomer thing, if it rains, fuck it, at least I have a car to live in.

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Date: 1/07/2025 15:49:56
From: Peak Warming Man
ID: 2296898
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Arts said:


well, I’m a little bit poorer in cash, but richer in style and convenience…


Has it………ah…………..has it got a tow bar?

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Date: 1/07/2025 15:50:32
From: diddly-squat
ID: 2296899
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Arts said:


diddly-squat said:

Arts said:

well, I’m a little bit poorer in cash, but richer in style and convenience…


nice work.. did you end up buying or leasing?

I just bought it .. leasing was a little more involved and really, I had the money.. so what was I even thinking?? This ingrained thing of svaing money for a rainy day is really such a boomer thing, if it rains, fuck it, at least I have a car to live in.

good job by you

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Date: 1/07/2025 15:51:19
From: Witty Rejoinder
ID: 2296900
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Divine Angel said:


Bubblecar said:

I don’t buy anything like 56 new items of clothing per year.

https://www.abc.net.au/news/2024-06-12/calls-for-australia-to-follow-france-tax-ultra-fast-fashion/103965144


Me neither. I am buying more clothing now because my washing machine keeps putting holes into our clothes.

Hopefully this will improve now that the younger generation has taken on the responsibilities.

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Date: 1/07/2025 15:53:04
From: Witty Rejoinder
ID: 2296901
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Michael V said:


Arts said:

well, I’m a little bit poorer in cash, but richer in style and convenience…


Nice one. Enjoy it while you can.

Sounds ominous.

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Date: 1/07/2025 15:53:35
From: Divine Angel
ID: 2296902
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Arts said:


Divine Angel said:

Michael V said:

Nice one. Enjoy it while you can.

Dr Criminologist Arts bought a new car, posting it on the internet as a source of pride. (As it should be.) Little did she know, the poster known as Michael V was a career criminal, recently released with a score to settle.

So when he wished her a simple, “enjoy it while you can”, the world saw a good man wishing a good friend enjoyment of her new vehicle. In reality, though, MV was planning his revenge… Enjoy it while you can…

yes but I just posted a generic photo from the MG website…

“posting a generic photo from the MG website” kinda loses something

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Date: 1/07/2025 15:54:36
From: Arts
ID: 2296903
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

I was watching a dramatised version of the story of Belle Gibson (woman who pretended to have brain cancer, created an ap that promoted treating cancer through healthy eating and living back int he early ap days – did not have brain cancer)

anyway in one episode the father of her kid tells her that she needs to change the sheets every two to three weeks…
later in the show she tells her boyfriend that her mother was a shitty mother because she never taught her to change the sheets and had her on dirty bedsheets for years..

my mother changes sheets every week… so when he said that I though he was wrong, but it turns out him saying that was the precursor to her being able to show her mum was shitty…

and that’s how your OCD parent fucks you over… by making you think that every week the sheets need to be changed…

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Date: 1/07/2025 15:54:41
From: Witty Rejoinder
ID: 2296904
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

diddly-squat said:


Michael V said:

Bubblecar said:

I don’t buy anything like 56 new items of clothing per year.

https://www.abc.net.au/news/2024-06-12/calls-for-australia-to-follow-france-tax-ultra-fast-fashion/103965144


I average about one item of clothing per year, including shoes (thongs) and underclothes.

wha…

I think it’s incumbent on all adult people to refresh their underwear once a year

What are you doing to these underpants that render them useless after just one year?

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Date: 1/07/2025 15:57:05
From: transition
ID: 2296905
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

dinner will be

served very shortly

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Date: 1/07/2025 15:58:11
From: fsm
ID: 2296906
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Witty Rejoinder said:


diddly-squat said:

Michael V said:

I average about one item of clothing per year, including shoes (thongs) and underclothes.

wha…

I think it’s incumbent on all adult people to refresh their underwear once a year

What are you doing to these underpants that render them useless after just one year?

After the first year, turn them inside out and you can enjoy a further years wear.

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Date: 1/07/2025 15:59:08
From: Peak Warming Man
ID: 2296907
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

fsm said:


Witty Rejoinder said:

diddly-squat said:

wha…

I think it’s incumbent on all adult people to refresh their underwear once a year

What are you doing to these underpants that render them useless after just one year?

After the first year, turn them inside out and you can enjoy a further years wear.

At least………

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Date: 1/07/2025 16:00:38
From: Peak Warming Man
ID: 2296908
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

transition said:


dinner will be

served very shortly

Spaghetti on toast?

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Date: 1/07/2025 16:06:15
From: transition
ID: 2296910
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Peak Warming Man said:


transition said:

dinner will be

served very shortly

Spaghetti on toast?

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Date: 1/07/2025 16:08:28
From: Bubblecar
ID: 2296911
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

transition said:


Peak Warming Man said:

transition said:

dinner will be

served very shortly

Spaghetti on toast?


Meatloaf?

Scored some meat & taters AND gravy, well done.

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Date: 1/07/2025 16:09:44
From: Peak Warming Man
ID: 2296912
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

transition said:


Peak Warming Man said:

transition said:

dinner will be

served very shortly

Spaghetti on toast?


Phoaw!!

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Date: 1/07/2025 16:10:44
From: transition
ID: 2296913
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Bubblecar said:


transition said:

Peak Warming Man said:

Spaghetti on toast?


Meatloaf?

Scored some meat & taters AND gravy, well done.

schnitzel

larry just getting some too

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Date: 1/07/2025 16:12:45
From: transition
ID: 2296914
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

and I need a strong coffee, who’s making that, a mystery none, yours truly will do’t

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Date: 1/07/2025 16:13:29
From: diddly-squat
ID: 2296915
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Witty Rejoinder said:


diddly-squat said:

Michael V said:

I average about one item of clothing per year, including shoes (thongs) and underclothes.

wha…

I think it’s incumbent on all adult people to refresh their underwear once a year

What are you doing to these underpants that render them useless after just one year?

let’s say you have ten pairs of undies that you regularly wear.. that mean over the course of a year those undies are worn and washed 36 times. that feels to me to be a good enough metric.. how do you decide if your undies need to be replaced?

I mean, come on Whitty, even you deserve a fresh pair of bonds every now and then

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Date: 1/07/2025 16:19:22
From: Bubblecar
ID: 2296916
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

diddly-squat said:


Witty Rejoinder said:

diddly-squat said:

wha…

I think it’s incumbent on all adult people to refresh their underwear once a year

What are you doing to these underpants that render them useless after just one year?

let’s say you have ten pairs of undies that you regularly wear.. that mean over the course of a year those undies are worn and washed 36 times. that feels to me to be a good enough metric.. how do you decide if your undies need to be replaced?

I mean, come on Whitty, even you deserve a fresh pair of bonds every now and then

When the elastic loses its youthful vigour.

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Date: 1/07/2025 16:25:05
From: Peak Warming Man
ID: 2296917
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Peak Warming Man said:


fsm said:

Witty Rejoinder said:

What are you doing to these underpants that render them useless after just one year?

After the first year, turn them inside out and you can enjoy a further years wear.

At least………

And the design becomes so faded that you can’t tell inside from outside anymore.

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Date: 1/07/2025 16:25:32
From: Divine Angel
ID: 2296918
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

diddly-squat said:


how do you decide if your undies need to be replaced?

Usually the elastic busts. They just don’t make elastic like they used to.

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Date: 1/07/2025 16:30:10
From: Cymek
ID: 2296919
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Witty Rejoinder said:


diddly-squat said:

Michael V said:

I average about one item of clothing per year, including shoes (thongs) and underclothes.

wha…

I think it’s incumbent on all adult people to refresh their underwear once a year

What are you doing to these underpants that render them useless after just one year?

Annual skid marks competition ?

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Date: 1/07/2025 16:36:46
From: buffy
ID: 2296920
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Especially for PWM…Today I picked and brought home a couple of mushrooms. They look like dark chocolate and white chocolate. The dark one is an Agaricus and likely edible. The stem bruised red and it smelt of mushroom. The white one is an Amanita (possibly farinacea or ananiceps) and I made sure I washed my hands before eating my lunch after handling it.

I have deposited them both out in the garden under some native trees. Perhaps they will multiply there. Perhaps the possums will think I have supplied supper tonight.

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Date: 1/07/2025 16:44:07
From: Bubblecar
ID: 2296921
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Mr Tunks has done a good job of the hedges.

Filled up my FOGO bin and his own, and a huge sack.

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Date: 1/07/2025 16:45:36
From: Bubblecar
ID: 2296922
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

buffy said:


Especially for PWM…Today I picked and brought home a couple of mushrooms. They look like dark chocolate and white chocolate. The dark one is an Agaricus and likely edible. The stem bruised red and it smelt of mushroom. The white one is an Amanita (possibly farinacea or ananiceps) and I made sure I washed my hands before eating my lunch after handling it.

I have deposited them both out in the garden under some native trees. Perhaps they will multiply there. Perhaps the possums will think I have supplied supper tonight.

AI Overview says:

Yes, both common brushtail possums (Trichosurus vulpecula) and opossums (Didelphis species) are known to eat mushrooms. In fact, mushrooms are a part of their natural diet. Possums, being omnivores, readily consume a variety of foods, including fruits, insects, and fungi like mushrooms. Studies have shown that possums readily consume mushrooms, and even develop memories for which mushroom species are safe to eat and which ones to avoid.

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Date: 1/07/2025 16:49:01
From: Tau.Neutrino
ID: 2296923
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

diddly-squat said:


Michael V said:

Bubblecar said:

I don’t buy anything like 56 new items of clothing per year.

https://www.abc.net.au/news/2024-06-12/calls-for-australia-to-follow-france-tax-ultra-fast-fashion/103965144


I average about one item of clothing per year, including shoes (thongs) and underclothes.

wha…

I think it’s incumbent on all adult people to refresh their underwear once a year

That will create even more landfill.

Use gaffa tape to keep your backside streak free.

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Date: 1/07/2025 16:52:31
From: Tau.Neutrino
ID: 2296924
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Bubblecar said:


buffy said:

Especially for PWM…Today I picked and brought home a couple of mushrooms. They look like dark chocolate and white chocolate. The dark one is an Agaricus and likely edible. The stem bruised red and it smelt of mushroom. The white one is an Amanita (possibly farinacea or ananiceps) and I made sure I washed my hands before eating my lunch after handling it.

I have deposited them both out in the garden under some native trees. Perhaps they will multiply there. Perhaps the possums will think I have supplied supper tonight.

AI Overview says:

Yes, both common brushtail possums (Trichosurus vulpecula) and opossums (Didelphis species) are known to eat mushrooms. In fact, mushrooms are a part of their natural diet. Possums, being omnivores, readily consume a variety of foods, including fruits, insects, and fungi like mushrooms. Studies have shown that possums readily consume mushrooms, and even develop memories for which mushroom species are safe to eat and which ones to avoid.

Bit late for them to give advice to the mushroom lady 🍄

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Date: 1/07/2025 16:55:09
From: Witty Rejoinder
ID: 2296925
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

diddly-squat said:


Witty Rejoinder said:

diddly-squat said:

wha…

I think it’s incumbent on all adult people to refresh their underwear once a year

What are you doing to these underpants that render them useless after just one year?

let’s say you have ten pairs of undies that you regularly wear.. that mean over the course of a year those undies are worn and washed 36 times. that feels to me to be a good enough metric.. how do you decide if your undies need to be replaced?

I mean, come on Whitty, even you deserve a fresh pair of bonds every now and then

I buy my underwear at Kmart so no Bonds for me. I throw then it when they’re worn out. Not some arbitrary washing rule.

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Date: 1/07/2025 16:56:32
From: Witty Rejoinder
ID: 2296927
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Witty Rejoinder said:


diddly-squat said:

Witty Rejoinder said:

What are you doing to these underpants that render them useless after just one year?

let’s say you have ten pairs of undies that you regularly wear.. that mean over the course of a year those undies are worn and washed 36 times. that feels to me to be a good enough metric.. how do you decide if your undies need to be replaced?

I mean, come on Whitty, even you deserve a fresh pair of bonds every now and then

I buy my underwear at Kmart so no Bonds for me. I throw then it when they’re worn out. Not some arbitrary washing rule.

then it=them out

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Date: 1/07/2025 17:13:40
From: Michael V
ID: 2296931
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Divine Angel said:


Michael V said:

Arts said:

well, I’m a little bit poorer in cash, but richer in style and convenience…


Nice one. Enjoy it while you can.

Dr Criminologist Arts bought a new car, posting it on the internet as a source of pride. (As it should be.) Little did she know, the poster known as Michael V was a career criminal, recently released with a score to settle.

So when he wished her a simple, “enjoy it while you can”, the world saw a good man wishing a good friend enjoyment of her new vehicle. In reality, though, MV was planning his revenge… Enjoy it while you can…

Mwaahahahaha

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Date: 1/07/2025 17:23:21
From: Michael V
ID: 2296936
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Divine Angel said:


diddly-squat said:

how do you decide if your undies need to be replaced?

Usually the elastic busts. They just don’t make elastic like they used to.

For me, underpants just wear out. They are well faded by then. The elastic remains fine after six or seven years, and gets recycled onto shorts. When the undies get too many holes, they are recycled as cleaning rags.

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Date: 1/07/2025 17:40:37
From: Woodie
ID: 2296945
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Witty Rejoinder said:


diddly-squat said:

Witty Rejoinder said:

What are you doing to these underpants that render them useless after just one year?

let’s say you have ten pairs of undies that you regularly wear.. that mean over the course of a year those undies are worn and washed 36 times. that feels to me to be a good enough metric.. how do you decide if your undies need to be replaced?

I mean, come on Whitty, even you deserve a fresh pair of bonds every now and then

I buy my underwear at Kmart so no Bonds for me. I throw then it when they’re worn out. Not some arbitrary washing rule.

I wash my undies whether they need it or not.

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Date: 1/07/2025 17:41:49
From: Peak Warming Man
ID: 2296946
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Uh Oh.

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Date: 1/07/2025 17:43:18
From: Michael V
ID: 2296947
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Peak Warming Man said:


Uh Oh.

Heck!

Arts’ blue MG is being picked on.

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Date: 1/07/2025 17:46:59
From: Neophyte
ID: 2296948
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Peak Warming Man said:


Uh Oh.

I thought they were seven year warranties…

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Date: 1/07/2025 17:47:42
From: roughbarked
ID: 2296949
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Bubblecar said:


diddly-squat said:

Witty Rejoinder said:

What are you doing to these underpants that render them useless after just one year?

let’s say you have ten pairs of undies that you regularly wear.. that mean over the course of a year those undies are worn and washed 36 times. that feels to me to be a good enough metric.. how do you decide if your undies need to be replaced?

I mean, come on Whitty, even you deserve a fresh pair of bonds every now and then

When the elastic loses its youthful vigour.

Safety pins fix that.

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Date: 1/07/2025 17:53:13
From: Divine Angel
ID: 2296950
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Peak Warming Man said:


Uh Oh.

Good thing no one we know owns a blue MG

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Date: 1/07/2025 17:56:53
From: Arts
ID: 2296951
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Peak Warming Man said:


Uh Oh.

not mine… mine was registered in march so I get the 10yr still :P

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Date: 1/07/2025 18:03:26
From: Michael V
ID: 2296952
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Arts said:


Peak Warming Man said:

Uh Oh.

not mine… mine was registered in march so I get the 10yr still :P

Oh. Demonstrator?

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Date: 1/07/2025 18:26:59
From: Spiny Norman
ID: 2296953
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Peak Warming Man said:


Uh Oh.

Is that here? I didn’t think they could do that here.

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Date: 1/07/2025 18:30:32
From: Bogsnorkler
ID: 2296955
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Spiny Norman said:


Peak Warming Man said:

Uh Oh.

Is that here? I didn’t think they could do that here.

There are certain conditions. I get 7 years warranty if I get mine serviced at Isuzu. The warranty is shorter (normal length, whatever that is. can’t remember) if I get it serviced elsewhere. The prices are fixed for those seven services.

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Date: 1/07/2025 18:36:33
From: Spiny Norman
ID: 2296956
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Bogsnorkler said:


Spiny Norman said:

Peak Warming Man said:

Uh Oh.

Is that here? I didn’t think they could do that here.

There are certain conditions. I get 7 years warranty if I get mine serviced at Isuzu. The warranty is shorter (normal length, whatever that is. can’t remember) if I get it serviced elsewhere. The prices are fixed for those seven services.

Righto, first I’ve heard of that. I knew there was a legal stoush years back about no-dealer servicing being as valid as a dealer one was, and the non-dealer side won. I guess something must have changed that I haven’t heard about.

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Date: 1/07/2025 18:38:08
From: Tau.Neutrino
ID: 2296957
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

I like MGs.

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Date: 1/07/2025 18:42:33
From: Michael V
ID: 2296958
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Spiny Norman said:


Bogsnorkler said:

Spiny Norman said:

Is that here? I didn’t think they could do that here.

There are certain conditions. I get 7 years warranty if I get mine serviced at Isuzu. The warranty is shorter (normal length, whatever that is. can’t remember) if I get it serviced elsewhere. The prices are fixed for those seven services.

Righto, first I’ve heard of that. I knew there was a legal stoush years back about no-dealer servicing being as valid as a dealer one was, and the non-dealer side won. I guess something must have changed that I haven’t heard about.

That’s what I remember too, SN.

Maybe they’ve found a way around it. Or maybe the ruling has been forgoten.

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Date: 1/07/2025 18:43:41
From: Bogsnorkler
ID: 2296959
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Spiny Norman said:


Bogsnorkler said:

Spiny Norman said:

Is that here? I didn’t think they could do that here.

There are certain conditions. I get 7 years warranty if I get mine serviced at Isuzu. The warranty is shorter (normal length, whatever that is. can’t remember) if I get it serviced elsewhere. The prices are fixed for those seven services.

Righto, first I’ve heard of that. I knew there was a legal stoush years back about no-dealer servicing being as valid as a dealer one was, and the non-dealer side won. I guess something must have changed that I haven’t heard about.

I think this is to keep you as a customer. you can still get it serviced elsewhere but the length of warranty changes. I think. I just go to the dealer. prices seem pretty good and they seem competent.

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Date: 1/07/2025 18:44:30
From: Spiny Norman
ID: 2296960
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Michael V said:


Spiny Norman said:

Bogsnorkler said:

There are certain conditions. I get 7 years warranty if I get mine serviced at Isuzu. The warranty is shorter (normal length, whatever that is. can’t remember) if I get it serviced elsewhere. The prices are fixed for those seven services.

Righto, first I’ve heard of that. I knew there was a legal stoush years back about no-dealer servicing being as valid as a dealer one was, and the non-dealer side won. I guess something must have changed that I haven’t heard about.

That’s what I remember too, SN.

Maybe they’ve found a way around it. Or maybe the ruling has been forgoten.

Yeah. I’d be interested in finding out the reason.

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Date: 1/07/2025 18:47:46
From: Michael V
ID: 2296961
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Tau.Neutrino said:


I like MGs.

SAIC Chinese MG’s?

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Date: 1/07/2025 18:51:30
From: Bogsnorkler
ID: 2296962
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Michael V said:


Tau.Neutrino said:

I like MGs.

SAIC Chinese MG’s?

Booker T…

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Date: 1/07/2025 18:55:05
From: Michael V
ID: 2296963
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Bogsnorkler said:


Michael V said:

Tau.Neutrino said:

I like MGs.

SAIC Chinese MG’s?

Booker T…

I saw aht you did there, so I ask for this clarification:

TF, TC, TD or some other midget?

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Date: 1/07/2025 18:56:18
From: The Rev Dodgson
ID: 2296964
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Spiny Norman said:


Peak Warming Man said:

Uh Oh.

Is that here? I didn’t think they could do that here.

I thought it was standard practice here for extended warranties.

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Date: 1/07/2025 19:01:13
From: Peak Warming Man
ID: 2296965
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Bogsnorkler said:


Michael V said:

Tau.Neutrino said:

I like MGs.

SAIC Chinese MG’s?

Booker T…

lol

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Date: 1/07/2025 20:17:43
From: Peak Warming Man
ID: 2296968
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

I’ve never read Goldfinch, but boy it better be good.

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Date: 1/07/2025 20:19:37
From: dv
ID: 2296969
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Peak Warming Man said:


I’ve never read Goldfinch, but boy it better be good.

Ha

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Date: 1/07/2025 20:42:46
From: Peak Warming Man
ID: 2296971
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Deary me, there is a ladies tennis player named K Volynets playing at Wimbledon as we speak.

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Date: 1/07/2025 20:49:05
From: party_pants
ID: 2296972
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Peak Warming Man said:


Deary me, there is a ladies tennis player named K Volynets playing at Wimbledon as we speak.

IKR, the state of modern tennis.

There’s a Sinner who seems to prosper while De Richez seems to suffer.

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Date: 1/07/2025 21:06:53
From: dv
ID: 2296973
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Peak Warming Man said:


Deary me, there is a ladies tennis player named K Volynets playing at Wimbledon as we speak.

noice

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Date: 1/07/2025 22:08:28
From: Kingy
ID: 2296975
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

The Rev Dodgson said:


Spiny Norman said:

Peak Warming Man said:

Uh Oh.

Is that here? I didn’t think they could do that here.

I thought it was standard practice here for extended warranties.

My Kingswood had a 12/20 warranty.

12 months or 20,000km.

I was looking at a new Volvo truck the other day and they now have a 1,000,000km warranty.

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Date: 2/07/2025 05:55:23
From: Divine Angel
ID: 2296981
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Clear, sunny, windy today either a top of 19 but the wind will make it feel colder.

A local environmental centre has a guided birdwatching walk today so we’re going to that.

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Date: 2/07/2025 06:28:48
From: Bubblecar
ID: 2296985
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Morning. Max of just 9 here today, with showers, but a relatively warm min of 3.

I’m about to scoff a hot breakfast of scrambled eggs with chopped fennel root and onion.

The day will include housework and probably some music composition.

And putting the bins out.

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Date: 2/07/2025 06:49:52
From: Divine Angel
ID: 2296987
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Bubblecar said:


Morning. Max of just 9 here today, with showers, but a relatively warm min of 3.

I’m about to scoff a hot breakfast of scrambled eggs with chopped fennel root and onion.

The day will include housework and probably some music composition.

And putting the bins out.

Bin twins! It’s our bin day too.

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Date: 2/07/2025 06:57:44
From: buffy
ID: 2296988
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Good morning Holidayers. Presently 4 degrees at the back door and there has been some drizzling overnight. We are forecast morning fog, possible shower and 13 degrees.

Supermarketing this morning and archery in the late afternoon.

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Date: 2/07/2025 07:08:33
From: Bubblecar
ID: 2296989
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Divine Angel said:


Bubblecar said:

Morning. Max of just 9 here today, with showers, but a relatively warm min of 3.

I’m about to scoff a hot breakfast of scrambled eggs with chopped fennel root and onion.

The day will include housework and probably some music composition.

And putting the bins out.

Bin twins! It’s our bin day too.

:)

It’s actually tomorrow but they come really early, so I put the bins out the afternoon prior.

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Date: 2/07/2025 07:09:20
From: Spiny Norman
ID: 2296990
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Divine Angel said:


Bubblecar said:

Morning. Max of just 9 here today, with showers, but a relatively warm min of 3.

I’m about to scoff a hot breakfast of scrambled eggs with chopped fennel root and onion.

The day will include housework and probably some music composition.

And putting the bins out.

Bin twins! It’s our bin day too.

Monday mornings for us, so Sunday night is bins out time.

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Date: 2/07/2025 07:15:39
From: Divine Angel
ID: 2296991
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

The other side of the road is a different suburb; their bin day is Monday. without fail, whenever I hear the garbage truck coming down the road on Mondays, I panic that my bin isn’t out.

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Date: 2/07/2025 07:30:37
From: roughbarked
ID: 2296992
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Divine Angel said:


The other side of the road is a different suburb; their bin day is Monday. without fail, whenever I hear the garbage truck coming down the road on Mondays, I panic that my bin isn’t out.

They do both sides of the road here but different drivers do different routes. So my usual, I hear the truck and I have until the last stop in my side of the street which is me but another driver comes around the opposite direction and he’s gone past my place when I think he’s on the other side of the street.

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Date: 2/07/2025 08:02:20
From: kii
ID: 2296993
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

There’s so much excitement here about bin days…so let’s sing a little ditty.
Play School – Alistair – Garbage Man

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Date: 2/07/2025 08:06:04
From: Peak Warming Man
ID: 2296994
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Morning pilgrims, it’s a wild, woolie and windy day out there, make no mistake.

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Date: 2/07/2025 08:08:48
From: Bubblecar
ID: 2296995
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Peak Warming Man said:


Morning pilgrims, it’s a wild, woolie and windy day out there, make no mistake.

I hope your bins aren’t blown over.

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Date: 2/07/2025 08:09:46
From: roughbarked
ID: 2296996
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Peak Warming Man said:


Morning pilgrims, it’s a wild, woolie and windy day out there, make no mistake.

Wind maxed out at 26km/h overnight. Back to 20 now. 0 precipitation. 5.8 deg.

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Date: 2/07/2025 08:10:03
From: Peak Warming Man
ID: 2296997
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Bubblecar said:


Peak Warming Man said:

Morning pilgrims, it’s a wild, woolie and windy day out there, make no mistake.

I hope your bins aren’t blown over.

Monday is bin day.
Over.

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Date: 2/07/2025 08:23:06
From: Divine Angel
ID: 2296999
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

roughbarked said:


Peak Warming Man said:

Morning pilgrims, it’s a wild, woolie and windy day out there, make no mistake.

Wind maxed out at 26km/h overnight. Back to 20 now. 0 precipitation. 5.8 deg.

We had 30-35 last night, currently 20. Good drying day so I’m gonna do something even more exciting than bin day: wash bedding and towels.

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Date: 2/07/2025 08:29:33
From: Peak Warming Man
ID: 2297001
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

>>even more exciting than bin day

Big call.

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Date: 2/07/2025 08:32:47
From: Divine Angel
ID: 2297002
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

My sister messaged me while I was making breakfast, so I replied to her using the voice to text function on my watch. She just called to make sure I was ok because the message read like I was having a stroke.

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Date: 2/07/2025 08:43:55
From: captain_spalding
ID: 2297006
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Divine Angel said:


roughbarked said:

Peak Warming Man said:

Morning pilgrims, it’s a wild, woolie and windy day out there, make no mistake.

Wind maxed out at 26km/h overnight. Back to 20 now. 0 precipitation. 5.8 deg.

We had 30-35 last night, currently 20. Good drying day so I’m gonna do something even more exciting than bin day: wash bedding and towels.

Kids’ stuff.

I’m going full-thrillseeker, and round up dog poo in the backyard.

Although maybe not.

3.7 deg here, app temp (it’s windy) -4.1 deg.

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Date: 2/07/2025 08:50:53
From: roughbarked
ID: 2297007
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

captain_spalding said:


Divine Angel said:

roughbarked said:

Wind maxed out at 26km/h overnight. Back to 20 now. 0 precipitation. 5.8 deg.

We had 30-35 last night, currently 20. Good drying day so I’m gonna do something even more exciting than bin day: wash bedding and towels.

Kids’ stuff.

I’m going full-thrillseeker, and round up dog poo in the backyard.

Although maybe not.

3.7 deg here, app temp (it’s windy) -4.1 deg.

Hopefully windy enough to blow it all into a pile?

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Date: 2/07/2025 08:51:02
From: Peak Warming Man
ID: 2297008
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

captain_spalding said:


Divine Angel said:

roughbarked said:

Wind maxed out at 26km/h overnight. Back to 20 now. 0 precipitation. 5.8 deg.

We had 30-35 last night, currently 20. Good drying day so I’m gonna do something even more exciting than bin day: wash bedding and towels.

Kids’ stuff.

I’m going full-thrillseeker, and round up dog poo in the backyard.

Although maybe not.

3.7 deg here, app temp (it’s windy) -4.1 deg.

Blimey that’s chilly, wait till it goes hard and turns white.

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Date: 2/07/2025 08:52:33
From: captain_spalding
ID: 2297010
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

roughbarked said:


captain_spalding said:

Divine Angel said:

We had 30-35 last night, currently 20. Good drying day so I’m gonna do something even more exciting than bin day: wash bedding and towels.

Kids’ stuff.

I’m going full-thrillseeker, and round up dog poo in the backyard.

Although maybe not.

3.7 deg here, app temp (it’s windy) -4.1 deg.

Hopefully windy enough to blow it all into a pile?

Not far off it.

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Date: 2/07/2025 09:12:05
From: Peak Warming Man
ID: 2297020
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

One of my old school mates is in town and wants to catch up, he is a top psychiatrist in New Yorke, I’m sure he’s very busy at the moment.

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Date: 2/07/2025 09:20:35
From: Peak Warming Man
ID: 2297025
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Jimmy Swaggart has died, made a lot of money out of godbothering.

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Date: 2/07/2025 09:26:41
From: captain_spalding
ID: 2297027
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Peak Warming Man said:


Jimmy Swaggart has died, made a lot of money out of godbothering.

St. Peter: Ah, Mr. Swaggart, we’ve been waiting for you. We’re most interested to ask you some questions. Yes, most interested, indeed.

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Date: 2/07/2025 09:26:53
From: dv
ID: 2297028
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Peak Warming Man said:


Jimmy Swaggart has died, made a lot of money out of godbothering.

cut down in his prime

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Date: 2/07/2025 09:33:40
From: Peak Warming Man
ID: 2297029
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

dv said:


Peak Warming Man said:

Jimmy Swaggart has died, made a lot of money out of godbothering.

cut down in his prime

Yep, he was only 90.
I’m sure PeterT Ministries will take up a collection for him.

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Date: 2/07/2025 09:34:59
From: dv
ID: 2297030
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Peak Warming Man said:


dv said:

Peak Warming Man said:

Jimmy Swaggart has died, made a lot of money out of godbothering.

cut down in his prime

Yep, he was only 90.
I’m sure PeterT Ministries will take up a collection for him.

recycling or FOGO?

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Date: 2/07/2025 09:39:22
From: Peak Warming Man
ID: 2297033
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

It was almost 32 degrees at Wimbledon yesterday.

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Date: 2/07/2025 09:42:29
From: Peak Warming Man
ID: 2297034
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Nothing like powering through a good chunda.

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Date: 2/07/2025 09:44:03
From: Tamb
ID: 2297035
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

dv said:


Peak Warming Man said:

Jimmy Swaggart has died, made a lot of money out of godbothering.

cut down in his prime


Oral Roberts came to Australia to do some hot gospeling. The locals immediately renamed him Vocal Bob.

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Date: 2/07/2025 09:45:17
From: Witty Rejoinder
ID: 2297036
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Peak Warming Man said:


Jimmy Swaggart has died, made a lot of money out of godbothering.

Unlike that saintly Pastor Chuck?

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Date: 2/07/2025 09:49:33
From: Bogsnorkler
ID: 2297037
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Peak Warming Man said:


One of my old school mates is in town and wants to catch up, he is a top psychiatrist in New Yorke, I’m sure he’s very busy at the moment.

Does he have a pipe?

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Date: 2/07/2025 09:50:04
From: The Rev Dodgson
ID: 2297038
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

captain_spalding said:


Peak Warming Man said:

Jimmy Swaggart has died, made a lot of money out of godbothering.

St. Peter: Ah, Mr. Swaggart, we’ve been waiting for you. We’re most interested to ask you some questions. Yes, most interested, indeed.

Never mind St. Peter, I’m sure Toby will be thrilled to have a short chat with him.

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Date: 2/07/2025 10:03:54
From: Peak Warming Man
ID: 2297039
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

I see the Jews are being targeted at another music festival.

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Date: 2/07/2025 10:04:07
From: Cymek
ID: 2297040
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Hello

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Date: 2/07/2025 10:06:35
From: dv
ID: 2297041
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Peak Warming Man said:


I see the Jews are being targeted at another music festival.

Equating the IDF with The Jews is anti-semitic.

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Date: 2/07/2025 10:13:57
From: Witty Rejoinder
ID: 2297044
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Peak Warming Man said:


I see the Jews are being targeted at another music festival.

“The Juwes are the men that will not be blamed for nothing”

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Date: 2/07/2025 10:27:43
From: dv
ID: 2297047
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Witty Rejoinder said:


Peak Warming Man said:

I see the Jews are being targeted at another music festival.

“The Juwes are the men that will not be blamed for nothing”

You don’t see much graffiti these days in cursive script.

Because of woke.

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Date: 2/07/2025 10:32:42
From: captain_spalding
ID: 2297050
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

dv said:


Witty Rejoinder said:

Peak Warming Man said:

I see the Jews are being targeted at another music festival.

“The Juwes are the men that will not be blamed for nothing”

You don’t see much graffiti these days in cursive script.

Because of woke.

What about copperplate handwriting?

Not since Mr. ‘Eternity’.

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Date: 2/07/2025 10:36:46
From: Cymek
ID: 2297052
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Woodside protestors drumming outside the District Court.

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Date: 2/07/2025 10:38:11
From: Tamb
ID: 2297053
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

captain_spalding said:


dv said:

Witty Rejoinder said:

“The Juwes are the men that will not be blamed for nothing”

You don’t see much graffiti these days in cursive script.

Because of woke.

What about copperplate handwriting?

Not since Mr. ‘Eternity’.


I have peripheral neuropathy so can’t write any curly type writing. It’s block capitals or nothing.

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Date: 2/07/2025 10:53:13
From: Cymek
ID: 2297054
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Would a tether connecting Earth and the Moon work ?

I did think possibly if our end was on a platform in the ocean and followed the moon orbit.
Land gets in the way though

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Date: 2/07/2025 11:10:01
From: Peak Warming Man
ID: 2297055
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Tamb said:


captain_spalding said:

dv said:

You don’t see much graffiti these days in cursive script.

Because of woke.

What about copperplate handwriting?

Not since Mr. ‘Eternity’.


I have peripheral neuropathy so can’t write any curly type writing. It’s block capitals or nothing.

How do you go with your signature?

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Date: 2/07/2025 11:10:17
From: dv
ID: 2297056
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Cymek said:


Would a tether connecting Earth and the Moon work ?

I did think possibly if our end was on a platform in the ocean and followed the moon orbit.
Land gets in the way though

No

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Date: 2/07/2025 11:11:39
From: Michael V
ID: 2297058
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Cymek said:


Would a tether connecting Earth and the Moon work ?

I did think possibly if our end was on a platform in the ocean and followed the moon orbit.
Land gets in the way though

I don’t think so.

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Date: 2/07/2025 12:05:23
From: dv
ID: 2297079
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Michael 5 is going to run out of question marks.

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Date: 2/07/2025 12:08:55
From: Cymek
ID: 2297080
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

dv said:


Michael 5 is going to run out of question marks.

And Logan 5 will run out of life

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Date: 2/07/2025 12:10:05
From: Peak Warming Man
ID: 2297081
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

dv said:


Michael 5 is going to run out of question marks.

It’s like we’re born with a certain number of words in us, when we’ve said them we die.

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Date: 2/07/2025 12:16:41
From: kii
ID: 2297082
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Today I found out that Bezos and his new wife were both born in Albuquerque.

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Date: 2/07/2025 12:18:19
From: dv
ID: 2297083
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Peak Warming Man said:


dv said:

Michael 5 is going to run out of question marks.

It’s like we’re born with a certain number of words in us, when we’ve said them we die.

Teller looking around in 35000 AD

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Date: 2/07/2025 12:20:23
From: dv
ID: 2297084
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

kii said:


Today I found out that Bezos and his new wife were both born in Albuquerque.

They should have done the wedding on the RailRunner

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Date: 2/07/2025 12:24:15
From: kii
ID: 2297087
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Peak Warming Man said:


dv said:

Michael 5 is going to run out of question marks.

It’s like we’re born with a certain number of words in us, when we’ve said them we die.

I’ve always said that people use too many exclamation marks and we’ll run out of them.

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Date: 2/07/2025 12:33:22
From: Divine Angel
ID: 2297090
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Today I (possibly) caused a learner driver to fail his driving test.

It wasn’t because of something I did, I just happened to be there when he did the wrong thing.

I was turning right, and he didn’t leave any space for me to turn, tried to come out of the street, and very nearly hit my car. The only two things in that street are Kmart and Qld Transport (renew licences, go for driving test etc) so there is a strong possibility he’s either brand new on the road, or just failed his driving test.

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Date: 2/07/2025 12:38:12
From: roughbarked
ID: 2297093
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Divine Angel said:


Today I (possibly) caused a learner driver to fail his driving test.

It wasn’t because of something I did, I just happened to be there when he did the wrong thing.

I was turning right, and he didn’t leave any space for me to turn, tried to come out of the street, and very nearly hit my car. The only two things in that street are Kmart and Qld Transport (renew licences, go for driving test etc) so there is a strong possibility he’s either brand new on the road, or just failed his driving test.

Go back and do that again sonny.

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Date: 2/07/2025 12:45:55
From: The Rev Dodgson
ID: 2297097
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Peak Warming Man said:


dv said:

Michael 5 is going to run out of question marks.

It’s like we’re born with a certain number of words in us, when we’ve said them we die.

I’ll say nothing.

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Date: 2/07/2025 12:52:57
From: Arts
ID: 2297103
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

The Rev Dodgson said:


Peak Warming Man said:

dv said:

Michael 5 is going to run out of question marks.

It’s like we’re born with a certain number of words in us, when we’ve said them we die.

I’ll say nothing.

plot twist – everyone has a different number of words they can use

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Date: 2/07/2025 13:04:16
From: buffy
ID: 2297105
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

I need to catch up with what you lot have been chattering about this morning. I had to put the shopping away and then I had to check bank stuff – I do have to put in a tax return this year, my income has exceeded the tax free threshold by about $1000 dollars. And I had to get onto Scientific American to organize renewal of my subscription, which runs out in September, but I need to allow run in time for it to ship across the Pacific Ocean.

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Date: 2/07/2025 13:05:17
From: dv
ID: 2297106
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Lynch cops mammoth ban for hit on butts, apparently

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Date: 2/07/2025 13:09:17
From: Divine Angel
ID: 2297107
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Oh buffy! I have a fungus for you. SEQ (obviously), rainforesty area.

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Date: 2/07/2025 13:17:31
From: kii
ID: 2297108
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

dv said:


Lynch cops mammoth ban for hit on butts, apparently

Pardon?

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Date: 2/07/2025 13:20:11
From: buffy
ID: 2297109
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Divine Angel said:


Oh buffy! I have a fungus for you. SEQ (obviously), rainforesty area.


Some sort of shelf fungus. Trametes, possibly. I’m not very good at those ones. Might be the one known as Turkey Tail.

:)

And I chcecked this morning and the possums didn’t eat their supper of Amanita and Agaricus that I put out in the garden for them yesterday afternoon.

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Date: 2/07/2025 13:26:01
From: Peak Warming Man
ID: 2297110
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

buffy said:


Divine Angel said:

Oh buffy! I have a fungus for you. SEQ (obviously), rainforesty area.


Some sort of shelf fungus. Trametes, possibly. I’m not very good at those ones. Might be the one known as Turkey Tail.

:)

And I chcecked this morning and the possums didn’t eat their supper of Amanita and Agaricus that I put out in the garden for them yesterday afternoon.

Ah well, try an apple.

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Date: 2/07/2025 13:35:53
From: buffy
ID: 2297111
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Peak Warming Man said:


buffy said:

Divine Angel said:

Oh buffy! I have a fungus for you. SEQ (obviously), rainforesty area.


Some sort of shelf fungus. Trametes, possibly. I’m not very good at those ones. Might be the one known as Turkey Tail.

:)

And I chcecked this morning and the possums didn’t eat their supper of Amanita and Agaricus that I put out in the garden for them yesterday afternoon.

Ah well, try an apple.

They don’t need me to leave apples out for them! They are busy stripping the pomegranates at the moment and spreading the skins all around the garden…

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Date: 2/07/2025 13:36:08
From: Bubblecar
ID: 2297112
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Peak Warming Man said:


buffy said:

Divine Angel said:

Oh buffy! I have a fungus for you. SEQ (obviously), rainforesty area.


Some sort of shelf fungus. Trametes, possibly. I’m not very good at those ones. Might be the one known as Turkey Tail.

:)

And I chcecked this morning and the possums didn’t eat their supper of Amanita and Agaricus that I put out in the garden for them yesterday afternoon.

Ah well, try an apple.

Or a Twisties sandwich.

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Date: 2/07/2025 13:36:33
From: buffy
ID: 2297113
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

I should go for a little walk while the sun is out and get some milk. I’m almost out. How can I have a big glass of Milo if I’m out of milk?!

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Date: 2/07/2025 13:48:28
From: Kingy
ID: 2297114
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

dv said:


Lynch cops mammoth ban for hit on butts, apparently

Well, it was pretty blatant.

He won’t be allowed any mammoths for 5 weeks.

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Date: 2/07/2025 13:53:39
From: Neophyte
ID: 2297115
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

kii said:


Today I found out that Bezos and his new wife were both born in Albuquerque.

Well, they ought to then know how to get to Pismo Beach (and all the clams they can eat)

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Date: 2/07/2025 13:56:22
From: Divine Angel
ID: 2297116
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Neophyte said:


kii said:

Today I found out that Bezos and his new wife were both born in Albuquerque.

Well, they ought to then know how to get to Pismo Beach (and all the clams they can eat)

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Date: 2/07/2025 14:10:04
From: Divine Angel
ID: 2297117
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

You should see all the Qlders wearing puffy jackets and scarves and gloves and beanies. I mean, it’s chilly, but not like it’s snowing or anyfink

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Date: 2/07/2025 14:13:04
From: Woodie
ID: 2297118
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

kii said:


dv said:

Lynch cops mammoth ban for hit on butts, apparently

Pardon?

Footy, Aunty Kii. Tom Lynch (AFL RIchmond) snotted another player. He got 5 weeks.

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Date: 2/07/2025 14:23:14
From: buffy
ID: 2297119
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Divine Angel said:


You should see all the Qlders wearing puffy jackets and scarves and gloves and beanies. I mean, it’s chilly, but not like it’s snowing or anyfink


I don’t own a puffy jacket and I live where we are running highs of under 15 most of the time in Winter and often under 10 degrees. I did own a parka when I was a teenager. And I’ve owned various coats over the years. Mostly a t-shirt, a knitted jumper and some sort of windbreaker coat is sufficient. As long as you aren’t just sitting around. Yesterday when I was cutting bracken with hedge shears (because I had to be able to miss the fencing wire) and then pulling the fencing wire tight(ish) by hand and pinning it to the posts with fencing staples, I even had to pause to remove my jumper. I hadn’t even bothered to put a coat on.

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Date: 2/07/2025 14:24:42
From: Divine Angel
ID: 2297120
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Ever since Luke Perry first appeared on 90210, I’ve known his full name was Coy Luther Perry III as my best friend was obsessed with him (as teenage girls are wont to do).

I just wonder if anyone actually called him Coy.

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Date: 2/07/2025 14:25:49
From: Cymek
ID: 2297121
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Divine Angel said:


Ever since Luke Perry first appeared on 90210, I’ve known his full name was Coy Luther Perry III as my best friend was obsessed with him (as teenage girls are wont to do).

I just wonder if anyone actually called him Coy.

On the sly perhaps

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Date: 2/07/2025 14:36:36
From: buffy
ID: 2297122
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

I’m going to start on my just delivered SciAm magazine and have a short nap. Then off to Hamilton for archery in about an hours time. I may not shoot for too long today, my arms did a lot of work yesterday. I’ll see how long they last before I start shooting low on the butt (indicates muscle tiredness).

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Date: 2/07/2025 14:39:16
From: Bubblecar
ID: 2297123
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

buffy said:


I’m going to start on my just delivered SciAm magazine and have a short nap. Then off to Hamilton for archery in about an hours time. I may not shoot for too long today, my arms did a lot of work yesterday. I’ll see how long they last before I start shooting low on the butt (indicates muscle tiredness).

Low on the butt, aka high on the thigh.

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Date: 2/07/2025 14:50:54
From: The Rev Dodgson
ID: 2297124
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

buffy said:


I need to catch up with what you lot have been chattering about this morning. I had to put the shopping away and then I had to check bank stuff – I do have to put in a tax return this year, my income has exceeded the tax free threshold by about $1000 dollars. And I had to get onto Scientific American to organize renewal of my subscription, which runs out in September, but I need to allow run in time for it to ship across the Pacific Ocean.

They should print it in Australia, or even send by air mail.

You’d get it months earlier :)

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Date: 2/07/2025 15:56:27
From: transition
ID: 2297129
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Dinner will be.

i’ll tell you that much

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Date: 2/07/2025 16:16:06
From: transition
ID: 2297131
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

transition said:


Dinner will be.

i’ll tell you that much

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Date: 2/07/2025 16:19:47
From: Divine Angel
ID: 2297133
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

transition said:


transition said:

Dinner will be.

i’ll tell you that much


LOL

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Date: 2/07/2025 16:20:57
From: Ian
ID: 2297134
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

transition said:


transition said:

Dinner will be.

i’ll tell you that much


Never mind Car. Just eat yer carrot!

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Date: 2/07/2025 16:24:44
From: transition
ID: 2297135
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

need strong coffee now, stay seated, i’ve got this

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Date: 2/07/2025 16:25:29
From: Cymek
ID: 2297136
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Does life get better ?

I’m fed up with it.

Daughter is now banned from seeing her son.
DCP have concerns about how she acts.
I understand them as I know what she is like
She does not listen to anyone.

I have a horrible feeling its going to end badly

I can’t do anything to help if she won’t do anything.

She will not take any medication that alters how she acts/thinks (anti psychotic/mood stabiliser medication for example)

Its so sad it turned out this way, even though I knew it would.

It is hard to think of reasons to even bother being alive some days.

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Date: 2/07/2025 16:30:39
From: transition
ID: 2297137
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Cymek said:


Does life get better ?

I’m fed up with it.

Daughter is now banned from seeing her son.
DCP have concerns about how she acts.
I understand them as I know what she is like
She does not listen to anyone.

I have a horrible feeling its going to end badly

I can’t do anything to help if she won’t do anything.

She will not take any medication that alters how she acts/thinks (anti psychotic/mood stabiliser medication for example)

Its so sad it turned out this way, even though I knew it would.

It is hard to think of reasons to even bother being alive some days.

that’s shit

all I can say is stay with ya hobby if have one, some distraction, anything

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Date: 2/07/2025 16:30:59
From: Bubblecar
ID: 2297138
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

transition said:


transition said:

Dinner will be.

i’ll tell you that much


Bumper crop of carrot there. Bacon looks nice.

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Date: 2/07/2025 16:33:10
From: Bubblecar
ID: 2297140
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Cymek said:


Does life get better ?

I’m fed up with it.

Daughter is now banned from seeing her son.
DCP have concerns about how she acts.
I understand them as I know what she is like
She does not listen to anyone.

I have a horrible feeling its going to end badly

I can’t do anything to help if she won’t do anything.

She will not take any medication that alters how she acts/thinks (anti psychotic/mood stabiliser medication for example)

Its so sad it turned out this way, even though I knew it would.

It is hard to think of reasons to even bother being alive some days.

It’s an awful situation Cymek. Wish I could offer some useful advice.

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Date: 2/07/2025 16:39:32
From: Woodie
ID: 2297142
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Fugger me duglied.

sticks snout out of front door

It’s kernuckin’ freezin’

brings snout back inside and shuts front door

That’s as far as I’m gunna go,

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Date: 2/07/2025 16:40:53
From: Bubblecar
ID: 2297143
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Woodie said:


Fugger me duglied.

sticks snout out of front door

It’s kernuckin’ freezin’

brings snout back inside and shuts front door

That’s as far as I’m gunna go,

Chilly one this end too. Our max was supposedly 9 but I’d be surprised if we reached 7.

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Date: 2/07/2025 16:42:30
From: Woodie
ID: 2297144
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Cymek said:


Does life get better ?

I’m fed up with it.

Daughter is now banned from seeing her son.
DCP have concerns about how she acts.
I understand them as I know what she is like
She does not listen to anyone.

I have a horrible feeling its going to end badly

I can’t do anything to help if she won’t do anything.

She will not take any medication that alters how she acts/thinks (anti psychotic/mood stabiliser medication for example)

Its so sad it turned out this way, even though I knew it would.

It is hard to think of reasons to even bother being alive some days.

Sorry to hear, Mr Mek. Hang in there. Who is looking after grandson? How old is he now? Do you have access?

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Date: 2/07/2025 16:42:54
From: Divine Angel
ID: 2297145
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Omg there’s a video on Reddit from a kid who failed his driving test today and I thought it was going to feature me in it.

But it was a different kid failing his test, on the same street though.

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Date: 2/07/2025 16:45:30
From: Bubblecar
ID: 2297147
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Divine Angel said:


Omg there’s a video on Reddit from a kid who failed his driving test today and I thought it was going to feature me in it.

But it was a different kid failing his test, on the same street though.

That street must have a reputation for it.

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Date: 2/07/2025 16:47:46
From: Cymek
ID: 2297149
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Woodie said:


Cymek said:

Does life get better ?

I’m fed up with it.

Daughter is now banned from seeing her son.
DCP have concerns about how she acts.
I understand them as I know what she is like
She does not listen to anyone.

I have a horrible feeling its going to end badly

I can’t do anything to help if she won’t do anything.

She will not take any medication that alters how she acts/thinks (anti psychotic/mood stabiliser medication for example)

Its so sad it turned out this way, even though I knew it would.

It is hard to think of reasons to even bother being alive some days.

Sorry to hear, Mr Mek. Hang in there. Who is looking after grandson? How old is he now? Do you have access?

He is in foster care.
He is 3 1/2
I haven’t seen him in over 18 months.
I am not even sure if he would remember me.

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Date: 2/07/2025 16:48:16
From: Peak Warming Man
ID: 2297150
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Woodie said:


Fugger me duglied.

sticks snout out of front door

It’s kernuckin’ freezin’

brings snout back inside and shuts front door

That’s as far as I’m gunna go,

I’m glad I’ not at the redoubt.
Got plenty of wood, Woodie?

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Date: 2/07/2025 16:48:23
From: Bubblecar
ID: 2297151
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

>Coles delivery tomorrow.

Will be here in time for lunch:

We’re planning to arrive between 11:55 AM and 12:55 PM.

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Date: 2/07/2025 16:49:23
From: Divine Angel
ID: 2297152
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Cymek said:

I can’t do anything to help if she won’t do anything.

You said it right here. This is not your fault. This is not your circus. You cannot fix people, that’s not your job, it’s not your mission. Everything you’re feeling stems from anger, guilt, and frustration. Unfortunately, you’re left to watch your world burn as a result of other people’s choices.

It suuuuuuuucks that you’re witnessing this from the outside. But, as much as it does suck, you are on the outside. She’s your daughter, but she is not an extension of you.

Cymek, as someone who has to watch someone else fuck up their life because they refuse to bear responsibility, it fucking sucks. I wish I could shake them and tell them to wake up. We are spectators to a crisis we can’t solve.

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Date: 2/07/2025 16:49:49
From: Peak Warming Man
ID: 2297153
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Bubblecar said:


>Coles delivery tomorrow.

Will be here in time for lunch:

We’re planning to arrive between 11:55 AM and 12:55 PM.

Where does it come from?

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Date: 2/07/2025 16:50:16
From: Divine Angel
ID: 2297154
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Bubblecar said:


Divine Angel said:

Omg there’s a video on Reddit from a kid who failed his driving test today and I thought it was going to feature me in it.

But it was a different kid failing his test, on the same street though.

That street must have a reputation for it.

It’s the street which leads out of Qld Transport. Some people fail even before leaving the carpark because they miss the stop sign.

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Date: 2/07/2025 16:50:43
From: Divine Angel
ID: 2297155
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Peak Warming Man said:


Bubblecar said:

>Coles delivery tomorrow.

Will be here in time for lunch:

We’re planning to arrive between 11:55 AM and 12:55 PM.

Where does it come from?

Santa, usually.

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Date: 2/07/2025 16:54:29
From: Ian
ID: 2297158
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Cymek said:


Woodie said:

Cymek said:

Does life get better ?

I’m fed up with it.

Daughter is now banned from seeing her son.
DCP have concerns about how she acts.
I understand them as I know what she is like
She does not listen to anyone.

I have a horrible feeling its going to end badly

I can’t do anything to help if she won’t do anything.

She will not take any medication that alters how she acts/thinks (anti psychotic/mood stabiliser medication for example)

Its so sad it turned out this way, even though I knew it would.

It is hard to think of reasons to even bother being alive some days.

Sorry to hear, Mr Mek. Hang in there. Who is looking after grandson? How old is he now? Do you have access?

He is in foster care.
He is 3 1/2
I haven’t seen him in over 18 months.
I am not even sure if he would remember me.

Why can’t you see him?

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Date: 2/07/2025 16:55:55
From: Bubblecar
ID: 2297159
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Peak Warming Man said:


Bubblecar said:

>Coles delivery tomorrow.

Will be here in time for lunch:

We’re planning to arrive between 11:55 AM and 12:55 PM.

Where does it come from?

Kings Meadows, suburb of Launceston, about 65km up the highway.

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Date: 2/07/2025 16:56:14
From: Bogsnorkler
ID: 2297160
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Peak Warming Man said:


Bubblecar said:

>Coles delivery tomorrow.

Will be here in time for lunch:

We’re planning to arrive between 11:55 AM and 12:55 PM.

Where does it come from?

nobody knows. it just appears in the street. then just as mysteriously disappears. it is a tasmanian cargo cult.

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Date: 2/07/2025 16:59:22
From: Cymek
ID: 2297162
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Divine Angel said:


Cymek said:

I can’t do anything to help if she won’t do anything.

You said it right here. This is not your fault. This is not your circus. You cannot fix people, that’s not your job, it’s not your mission. Everything you’re feeling stems from anger, guilt, and frustration. Unfortunately, you’re left to watch your world burn as a result of other people’s choices.

It suuuuuuuucks that you’re witnessing this from the outside. But, as much as it does suck, you are on the outside. She’s your daughter, but she is not an extension of you.

Cymek, as someone who has to watch someone else fuck up their life because they refuse to bear responsibility, it fucking sucks. I wish I could shake them and tell them to wake up. We are spectators to a crisis we can’t solve.

Yeah I know
Thanks

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Date: 2/07/2025 16:59:33
From: Brindabellas
ID: 2297163
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Good Afternoon, I’m feeling poorly – very runny nose. And not happy i am missing out on a choir workshop tonight.

Currently hiding out in the bedroom away from my germaphobe husband – Going to watch iview and eat Cheddar Shapes and a glass of milk.

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Date: 2/07/2025 17:02:06
From: Cymek
ID: 2297164
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Ian said:


Cymek said:

Woodie said:

Sorry to hear, Mr Mek. Hang in there. Who is looking after grandson? How old is he now? Do you have access?

He is in foster care.
He is 3 1/2
I haven’t seen him in over 18 months.
I am not even sure if he would remember me.

Why can’t you see him?

It is more that I wanted it to be with his mum and not a supervised visit.
I was holding out for them to get back together.
With what is going on now its not going to happen anytime soon, if ever.
I think I will try and arrange something and see how it goes.

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Date: 2/07/2025 17:02:45
From: Peak Warming Man
ID: 2297165
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Bubblecar said:


Peak Warming Man said:

Bubblecar said:

>Coles delivery tomorrow.

Will be here in time for lunch:

We’re planning to arrive between 11:55 AM and 12:55 PM.

Where does it come from?

Kings Meadows, suburb of Launceston, about 65km up the highway.

That’s a bargain at $2.

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Date: 2/07/2025 17:03:01
From: Brindabellas
ID: 2297166
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Cymek said:


Woodie said:

Cymek said:

Does life get better ?

I’m fed up with it.

Daughter is now banned from seeing her son.
DCP have concerns about how she acts.
I understand them as I know what she is like
She does not listen to anyone.

I have a horrible feeling its going to end badly

I can’t do anything to help if she won’t do anything.

She will not take any medication that alters how she acts/thinks (anti psychotic/mood stabiliser medication for example)

Its so sad it turned out this way, even though I knew it would.

It is hard to think of reasons to even bother being alive some days.

Sorry to hear, Mr Mek. Hang in there. Who is looking after grandson? How old is he now? Do you have access?

He is in foster care.
He is 3 1/2
I haven’t seen him in over 18 months.
I am not even sure if he would remember me.

Oh, that is so tough. We have friends whose daughter is going of the rails. The parents have done everything they can, and gone into considerable debt trying to help her – but nothing is working – and they have run out of options. It is not a reflection of you being a ‘bad parent’. Sending you good vibes – life can suck big time

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Date: 2/07/2025 17:03:48
From: Divine Angel
ID: 2297168
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Brindabellas said:


Good Afternoon, I’m feeling poorly – very runny nose. And not happy i am missing out on a choir workshop tonight.

Currently hiding out in the bedroom away from my germaphobe husband – Going to watch iview and eat Cheddar Shapes and a glass of milk.

People recommend chicken soup but cheddar shapes and milk are vastly underrated. Hope you’re better soon, Brindy.

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Date: 2/07/2025 17:04:18
From: Ian
ID: 2297169
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Cymek said:


Ian said:

Cymek said:

He is in foster care.
He is 3 1/2
I haven’t seen him in over 18 months.
I am not even sure if he would remember me.

Why can’t you see him?

It is more that I wanted it to be with his mum and not a supervised visit.
I was holding out for them to get back together.
With what is going on now its not going to happen anytime soon, if ever.
I think I will try and arrange something and see how it goes.

Oh well, good luck.

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Date: 2/07/2025 17:06:33
From: Bubblecar
ID: 2297170
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Peak Warming Man said:


Bubblecar said:

Peak Warming Man said:

Where does it come from?

Kings Meadows, suburb of Launceston, about 65km up the highway.

That’s a bargain at $2.

It is. Lots of people in this village shop Coles online.

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Date: 2/07/2025 17:07:37
From: Bubblecar
ID: 2297171
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Cymek said:


Ian said:

Cymek said:

He is in foster care.
He is 3 1/2
I haven’t seen him in over 18 months.
I am not even sure if he would remember me.

Why can’t you see him?

It is more that I wanted it to be with his mum and not a supervised visit.
I was holding out for them to get back together.
With what is going on now its not going to happen anytime soon, if ever.
I think I will try and arrange something and see how it goes.

Hope it goes well, it’s about time you saw him again.

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Date: 2/07/2025 17:08:16
From: Cymek
ID: 2297172
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Ian said:


Cymek said:

Ian said:

Why can’t you see him?

It is more that I wanted it to be with his mum and not a supervised visit.
I was holding out for them to get back together.
With what is going on now its not going to happen anytime soon, if ever.
I think I will try and arrange something and see how it goes.

Oh well, good luck.

Thanks Ian
I appreciate people here for their kindness and help

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Date: 2/07/2025 17:09:52
From: dv
ID: 2297173
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Spotted: deep purple Holden Rodeo with the plate LUVITLO

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Date: 2/07/2025 17:11:27
From: Bubblecar
ID: 2297174
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Brindabellas said:


Good Afternoon, I’m feeling poorly – very runny nose. And not happy i am missing out on a choir workshop tonight.

Currently hiding out in the bedroom away from my germaphobe husband – Going to watch iview and eat Cheddar Shapes and a glass of milk.

Hope it’s nothing serious.

I may have to make an urgent GP appointment tomorrow for anti-Bs for an apparent cellulitis infection on the lower left leg.

Or, it may clear up overnight. Only time will tell.

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Date: 2/07/2025 17:15:55
From: Bubblecar
ID: 2297175
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

dv said:


Spotted: deep purple Holden Rodeo with the plate LUVITLO

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Date: 2/07/2025 17:17:41
From: Divine Angel
ID: 2297176
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Bubblecar said:


Brindabellas said:

Good Afternoon, I’m feeling poorly – very runny nose. And not happy i am missing out on a choir workshop tonight.

Currently hiding out in the bedroom away from my germaphobe husband – Going to watch iview and eat Cheddar Shapes and a glass of milk.

Hope it’s nothing serious.

I may have to make an urgent GP appointment tomorrow for anti-Bs for an apparent cellulitis infection on the lower left leg.

Or, it may clear up overnight. Only time will tell.

Oh yeah, you don’t wanna mess around with cellulitis.

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Date: 2/07/2025 17:22:40
From: Peak Warming Man
ID: 2297177
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

A prisoner escaped in a tractor, a red one, from FNQ.
Police eventually nabbed him but no sign of the tractor.

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Date: 2/07/2025 17:45:32
From: kii
ID: 2297178
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

dv said:


Spotted: deep purple Holden Rodeo with the plate LUVITLO

Then what happened?

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Date: 2/07/2025 17:53:34
From: Woodie
ID: 2297180
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Peak Warming Man said:


Woodie said:

Fugger me duglied.

sticks snout out of front door

It’s kernuckin’ freezin’

brings snout back inside and shuts front door

That’s as far as I’m gunna go,

I’m glad I’ not at the redoubt.
Got plenty of wood, Woodie?

Mr Log Splitter will need to be cranked up again, probably Friday.

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Date: 2/07/2025 17:59:30
From: Woodie
ID: 2297181
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Peak Warming Man said:


Bubblecar said:

Peak Warming Man said:

Where does it come from?

Kings Meadows, suburb of Launceston, about 65km up the highway.

That’s a bargain at $2.

Is there a minimum order value? I mean, could you order just a pint of milk and get it delivered for $2?

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Date: 2/07/2025 18:06:06
From: Divine Angel
ID: 2297182
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Are BU and Weirdgran still travelling NSW? Hope they’re ok in this weather.

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Date: 2/07/2025 18:12:35
From: Brindabellas
ID: 2297184
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Bubblecar said:


Brindabellas said:

Good Afternoon, I’m feeling poorly – very runny nose. And not happy i am missing out on a choir workshop tonight.

Currently hiding out in the bedroom away from my germaphobe husband – Going to watch iview and eat Cheddar Shapes and a glass of milk.

Hope it’s nothing serious.

I may have to make an urgent GP appointment tomorrow for anti-Bs for an apparent cellulitis infection on the lower left leg.

Or, it may clear up overnight. Only time will tell.


Hope it clears up

And I am feeling a tad better drugs are working – but still upset I’m missing out on the workshop – it was by a visiting choir master from America and is being held at the school of music.

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Date: 2/07/2025 18:20:22
From: Ian
ID: 2297185
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

A northern NSW man is in critical condition in hospital with the first confirmed case of Australian bat lyssavirus in the state.

Lyssavirus is a close relative to the rabies virus. It is transmitted from infected bats to humans when the virus in bat saliva enters the body through a bat bite or scratch, Keira Glasgow, a director in health protection at NSW Health, said:

This is a very tragic situation. The man had been bitten by a bat several months ago and received treatment following the injury. Further investigation is under way to understand whether other exposures or factors played a role in his illness.

We know 118 people required medical assessment after being bitten or scratched by bats in 2024, but this is the first confirmed case of the virus in NSW, and the fourth case in Australia.

It is incredibly rare for the virus to transmit to humans, but once symptoms of lyssavirus start in people who are scratched or bitten by an infected bat, sadly there is no effective treatment.

Glasgow says people should assume any bat could carry the virus, and that “only trained, protected and vaccinated wildlife handlers should interact with bats”:

If you are bitten or scratched by a bat, urgent medical assessment is crucial. You will need to wash the wound thoroughly for 15 minutes right away with soap and water and apply an antiseptic with anti-virus action, such as Betadine, and allow it to dry. You will then require treatment with rabies immunoglobulin and rabies vaccine.

Garud

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Date: 2/07/2025 18:20:52
From: fsm
ID: 2297186
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Bubblecar said:


Brindabellas said:

Good Afternoon, I’m feeling poorly – very runny nose. And not happy i am missing out on a choir workshop tonight.

Currently hiding out in the bedroom away from my germaphobe husband – Going to watch iview and eat Cheddar Shapes and a glass of milk.

Hope it’s nothing serious.

I may have to make an urgent GP appointment tomorrow for anti-Bs for an apparent cellulitis infection on the lower left leg.

Or, it may clear up overnight. Only time will tell.

If it is cellulitis, it won’t clear itself up. You should make your way to the nearest ED post-haste.

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Date: 2/07/2025 18:22:44
From: captain_spalding
ID: 2297187
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

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Date: 2/07/2025 18:23:24
From: captain_spalding
ID: 2297188
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Peak Warming Man said:


A prisoner escaped in a tractor, a red one, from FNQ.
Police eventually nabbed him but no sign of the tractor.

Anyone checked Woodie’s dam?

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Date: 2/07/2025 18:27:28
From: captain_spalding
ID: 2297189
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

ABC News:

Flip side of the story:

maybe you shout have built an expensive house on top of a sandhill just metres from the open fucking ocean?

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Date: 2/07/2025 18:27:58
From: captain_spalding
ID: 2297190
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

captain_spalding said:


ABC News:

Flip side of the story:

maybe you shout have built an expensive house on top of a sandhill just metres from the open fucking ocean?

“…shouldn’t have…’

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Date: 2/07/2025 18:28:17
From: Bubblecar
ID: 2297191
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Woodie said:


Peak Warming Man said:

Bubblecar said:

Kings Meadows, suburb of Launceston, about 65km up the highway.

That’s a bargain at $2.

Is there a minimum order value? I mean, could you order just a pint of milk and get it delivered for $2?

$50 minimum order.

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Date: 2/07/2025 18:29:28
From: captain_spalding
ID: 2297192
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Bubblecar said:


Woodie said:

Peak Warming Man said:

That’s a bargain at $2.

Is there a minimum order value? I mean, could you order just a pint of milk and get it delivered for $2?

$50 minimum order.

With supermarket prices these days, 2 litres of milk, a couple of tins of sardines, a packet of spaghetti, and you’re nearly there.

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Date: 2/07/2025 18:31:38
From: Bubblecar
ID: 2297193
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

fsm said:


Bubblecar said:

Brindabellas said:

Good Afternoon, I’m feeling poorly – very runny nose. And not happy i am missing out on a choir workshop tonight.

Currently hiding out in the bedroom away from my germaphobe husband – Going to watch iview and eat Cheddar Shapes and a glass of milk.

Hope it’s nothing serious.

I may have to make an urgent GP appointment tomorrow for anti-Bs for an apparent cellulitis infection on the lower left leg.

Or, it may clear up overnight. Only time will tell.

If it is cellulitis, it won’t clear itself up. You should make your way to the nearest ED post-haste.

It’s not hurting any more now that I’ve cleaned it up and put a dressing on it. So it may have been just a more minor infection.

It’s on the site of an old wound from years ago.

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Date: 2/07/2025 18:33:55
From: Woodie
ID: 2297194
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

captain_spalding said:


Peak Warming Man said:

A prisoner escaped in a tractor, a red one, from FNQ.
Police eventually nabbed him but no sign of the tractor.

Anyone checked Woodie’s dam?

I’m not goin’ out there to check just to freeze me tits off, thank you very much.

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Date: 2/07/2025 18:34:56
From: Bubblecar
ID: 2297195
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Bubblecar said:


fsm said:

Bubblecar said:

Hope it’s nothing serious.

I may have to make an urgent GP appointment tomorrow for anti-Bs for an apparent cellulitis infection on the lower left leg.

Or, it may clear up overnight. Only time will tell.

If it is cellulitis, it won’t clear itself up. You should make your way to the nearest ED post-haste.

It’s not hurting any more now that I’ve cleaned it up and put a dressing on it. So it may have been just a more minor infection.

It’s on the site of an old wound from years ago.

I’ll see if I can get an appointment tomorrow anyway and get onto some cephalexin or suchlike.

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Date: 2/07/2025 18:35:23
From: captain_spalding
ID: 2297196
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Woodie said:


captain_spalding said:

Peak Warming Man said:

A prisoner escaped in a tractor, a red one, from FNQ.
Police eventually nabbed him but no sign of the tractor.

Anyone checked Woodie’s dam?

I’m not goin’ out there to check just to freeze me tits off, thank you very much.

If it’s there, it’ll be there when the thaw comes.

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Date: 2/07/2025 18:38:24
From: captain_spalding
ID: 2297197
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Bubblecar said:


Bubblecar said:

fsm said:

If it is cellulitis, it won’t clear itself up. You should make your way to the nearest ED post-haste.

It’s not hurting any more now that I’ve cleaned it up and put a dressing on it. So it may have been just a more minor infection.

It’s on the site of an old wound from years ago.

I’ll see if I can get an appointment tomorrow anyway and get onto some cephalexin or suchlike.

Get it seen to.

Infections are something that should never be lightly dismissed.

99% of them may well be nothing more than an inconvenience.

But, that leaves 1% that will kill you stone cold dead, just for the fun of it. And often much quicker than you’d imagine.

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Date: 2/07/2025 18:39:32
From: Divine Angel
ID: 2297198
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

How’s the missus, Capt?

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Date: 2/07/2025 18:47:01
From: Brindabellas
ID: 2297199
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Divine Angel said:


How’s the missus, Capt?

that’s wot I was about to ask

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Date: 2/07/2025 18:48:55
From: party_pants
ID: 2297200
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Just an ordinary winter day here on the left coast.

Managed to get soaked driving the forklift in the rain. Good to get home into some warm dry clothes. I’ve set the aircon at 18C, and I’m wearing fleecy trackie daks with a long sleeve T-shirt and wooly jumper, and uggies. I am quietly feeling as happy as Larold.

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Date: 2/07/2025 18:51:19
From: captain_spalding
ID: 2297201
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Divine Angel said:


How’s the missus, Capt?

Hi, DA.

Mrs S still has a lot of pain. Still needs regular strong pain killers. Difficult for her to find a comfortable position in bed in which she can remain for any length of time. Often needs help to turn over and similar.

That said, she is much improved in other ways. Now sits up in the big ‘patient’ chair for meals, and for up to an hour at time. Is able to walk about her room, usually under physio supervision, with the aid of a big walker with wheels.

That she is eating is a milestone. I don’t think that she ate anything from last Wednesday until Monday.

Last Thursday, she was, basically, a helpless puddle in her bed. She’s now very much more capable and recovered, but perhaps a couple of days behind the ‘usual’ trajectory for such patients.

If the pain would begin to subside, the outlook would be much more promising, but it may just take longer than we’d like. I think that it is, generally, subsiding slowly.

There was talk of transferring her to Qld Health’s rehab unit at Baillie Henderson Hospital in Toowoomba. I have nothing against BHH, but that ain’t gonna happen. Mrs S has no liking for Qld Health wards (she was a RN for 40 years, so she’s a competent judge, i’d say). If they try it, i’ll make a fuss. After many years with Qld Health…well, if a fuss is needed in such circles, i’m yer boy.

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Date: 2/07/2025 18:54:36
From: Peak Warming Man
ID: 2297202
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Bubblecar said:


fsm said:

Bubblecar said:

Hope it’s nothing serious.

I may have to make an urgent GP appointment tomorrow for anti-Bs for an apparent cellulitis infection on the lower left leg.

Or, it may clear up overnight. Only time will tell.

If it is cellulitis, it won’t clear itself up. You should make your way to the nearest ED post-haste.

It’s not hurting any more now that I’ve cleaned it up and put a dressing on it. So it may have been just a more minor infection.

It’s on the site of an old wound from years ago.

That’s what our four fathers would have done, cleaned it up with a rusty wire brush first, but they were tough.

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Date: 2/07/2025 18:55:23
From: Divine Angel
ID: 2297203
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Apart from the pain, sounds like there is improvement. I assume they’re taking X-rays and such? If she’s not for rehab centres, what does her rehabilitation schedule look like?

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Date: 2/07/2025 18:55:52
From: captain_spalding
ID: 2297204
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Peak Warming Man said:


Bubblecar said:

fsm said:

If it is cellulitis, it won’t clear itself up. You should make your way to the nearest ED post-haste.

It’s not hurting any more now that I’ve cleaned it up and put a dressing on it. So it may have been just a more minor infection.

It’s on the site of an old wound from years ago.

That’s what our four fathers would have done, cleaned it up with a rusty wire brush first, but they were tough.

No Dettol?

Had they drunk all of it, a nip at a time?

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Date: 2/07/2025 19:00:40
From: Brindabellas
ID: 2297205
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

captain_spalding said:


Divine Angel said:

How’s the missus, Capt?

Hi, DA.

Mrs S still has a lot of pain. Still needs regular strong pain killers. Difficult for her to find a comfortable position in bed in which she can remain for any length of time. Often needs help to turn over and similar.

That said, she is much improved in other ways. Now sits up in the big ‘patient’ chair for meals, and for up to an hour at time. Is able to walk about her room, usually under physio supervision, with the aid of a big walker with wheels.

That she is eating is a milestone. I don’t think that she ate anything from last Wednesday until Monday.

Last Thursday, she was, basically, a helpless puddle in her bed. She’s now very much more capable and recovered, but perhaps a couple of days behind the ‘usual’ trajectory for such patients.

If the pain would begin to subside, the outlook would be much more promising, but it may just take longer than we’d like. I think that it is, generally, subsiding slowly.

There was talk of transferring her to Qld Health’s rehab unit at Baillie Henderson Hospital in Toowoomba. I have nothing against BHH, but that ain’t gonna happen. Mrs S has no liking for Qld Health wards (she was a RN for 40 years, so she’s a competent judge, i’d say). If they try it, i’ll make a fuss. After many years with Qld Health…well, if a fuss is needed in such circles, i’m yer boy.


She’s lucky to have you to advocate for her.
let her know we are all wishing her well for her recovery

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Date: 2/07/2025 19:01:24
From: party_pants
ID: 2297206
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

captain_spalding said:


Divine Angel said:

How’s the missus, Capt?

Hi, DA.

Mrs S still has a lot of pain. Still needs regular strong pain killers. Difficult for her to find a comfortable position in bed in which she can remain for any length of time. Often needs help to turn over and similar.

That said, she is much improved in other ways. Now sits up in the big ‘patient’ chair for meals, and for up to an hour at time. Is able to walk about her room, usually under physio supervision, with the aid of a big walker with wheels.

That she is eating is a milestone. I don’t think that she ate anything from last Wednesday until Monday.

Last Thursday, she was, basically, a helpless puddle in her bed. She’s now very much more capable and recovered, but perhaps a couple of days behind the ‘usual’ trajectory for such patients.

If the pain would begin to subside, the outlook would be much more promising, but it may just take longer than we’d like. I think that it is, generally, subsiding slowly.

There was talk of transferring her to Qld Health’s rehab unit at Baillie Henderson Hospital in Toowoomba. I have nothing against BHH, but that ain’t gonna happen. Mrs S has no liking for Qld Health wards (she was a RN for 40 years, so she’s a competent judge, i’d say). If they try it, i’ll make a fuss. After many years with Qld Health…well, if a fuss is needed in such circles, i’m yer boy.

Best wishes for Mrs S.

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Date: 2/07/2025 19:05:57
From: captain_spalding
ID: 2297207
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Divine Angel said:


Apart from the pain, sounds like there is improvement. I assume they’re taking X-rays and such? If she’s not for rehab centres, what does her rehabilitation schedule look like?

No X-rays, not at this stage. The surgeon said that the ‘robotic’ operation went well, but Mrs S is a bit of a ‘sensitive’ patient e.g. when it comes to side-effects of medications, if she doesn’t get them, no-one does. But, she’ll get there in good time.

The physio comes every day, and checks her progress, and puts her through her paces. No plan for post-discharge rehab yet, but it will come.

She’s not for Qld Health’s rehab ward. She was on the Toowoomba Hospital medical ward in December, after her pulmonary embolism and hated every second of it. The hospital and staff were doing everything tht the could with what they’re given, but it was not an environment that she thrived in, despite her own professional experience.

The private hospital is getting the money from our health insurance, and they can continue to do that as well from us as from any other patient. They have vacant beds, so there’s no pressure there.

I’m there with her for about six hours every day, assisting with movement, exercise, meals, even with yesterday’s shower, so our demands on staff are minimal. I reckon, then, that they can fit in with our desires, rather than us with theirs.

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Date: 2/07/2025 19:06:57
From: captain_spalding
ID: 2297208
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Thank you, one and all, for your kind thoughts and good wishes.

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Date: 2/07/2025 19:11:01
From: Peak Warming Man
ID: 2297210
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Who’s on the gate.

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Date: 2/07/2025 19:11:51
From: Bogsnorkler
ID: 2297212
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Peak Warming Man said:


Who’s on the gate.

bloody sibeen!!!

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Date: 2/07/2025 19:29:12
From: Kingy
ID: 2297217
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Peak Warming Man said:


Who’s on the gate.

Sorry, my fault. I opened the gate so that Dr Karl could register.

I need to contact him again to see if he has done so.

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Date: 2/07/2025 19:35:09
From: Kingy
ID: 2297219
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

party_pants said:


Just an ordinary winter day here on the left coast.

Managed to get soaked driving the forklift in the rain. Good to get home into some warm dry clothes. I’ve set the aircon at 18C, and I’m wearing fleecy trackie daks with a long sleeve T-shirt and wooly jumper, and uggies. I am quietly feeling as happy as Larold.

Me too, got soaked loading the truck, tried to deliver it but it fernerkin persisted down and flooded the unloading area. I dumped it near the gate. Currently persisting down even harder.

I’m still still soaked, but inside near the heater.

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Date: 2/07/2025 19:38:50
From: roughbarked
ID: 2297220
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

buffy said:


Divine Angel said:

Oh buffy! I have a fungus for you. SEQ (obviously), rainforesty area.


Some sort of shelf fungus. Trametes, possibly. I’m not very good at those ones. Might be the one known as Turkey Tail.

:)

And I chcecked this morning and the possums didn’t eat their supper of Amanita and Agaricus that I put out in the garden for them yesterday afternoon.

Definitely Trametes. Most lkely T. versicolour

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Date: 2/07/2025 19:39:09
From: party_pants
ID: 2297221
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

I hope all our NSW forumites are still afloat. Looks nasty on the news.

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Date: 2/07/2025 19:40:54
From: Kingy
ID: 2297223
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Ms Kingy has left here for Busselton ICV training, it is pissing down and the roads are flooded. Her training might end up being the real thing. Luckily she has new windscreen wipers and a recently serviced car. I forgot to tell her to take an umbrella. :/

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Date: 2/07/2025 19:41:35
From: roughbarked
ID: 2297224
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Cymek said:


Does life get better ?

I’m fed up with it.

Daughter is now banned from seeing her son.
DCP have concerns about how she acts.
I understand them as I know what she is like
She does not listen to anyone.

I have a horrible feeling its going to end badly

I can’t do anything to help if she won’t do anything.

She will not take any medication that alters how she acts/thinks (anti psychotic/mood stabiliser medication for example)

Its so sad it turned out this way, even though I knew it would.

It is hard to think of reasons to even bother being alive some days.

Pleas keep believing that you are here.

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Date: 2/07/2025 19:46:01
From: roughbarked
ID: 2297225
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Brindabellas said:


Cymek said:

Woodie said:

Sorry to hear, Mr Mek. Hang in there. Who is looking after grandson? How old is he now? Do you have access?

He is in foster care.
He is 3 1/2
I haven’t seen him in over 18 months.
I am not even sure if he would remember me.

Oh, that is so tough. We have friends whose daughter is going of the rails. The parents have done everything they can, and gone into considerable debt trying to help her – but nothing is working – and they have run out of options. It is not a reflection of you being a ‘bad parent’. Sending you good vibes – life can suck big time

I really don’t want to be reminded of my sister’s first gaughter who had her children taken by her first husband to somewhere that my mother couldn’t contact. So her first four grandchildren were gone. Worse still, my sister disowned her own daughter.

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Date: 2/07/2025 19:46:18
From: Peak Warming Man
ID: 2297226
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Kingy said:


party_pants said:

Just an ordinary winter day here on the left coast.

Managed to get soaked driving the forklift in the rain. Good to get home into some warm dry clothes. I’ve set the aircon at 18C, and I’m wearing fleecy trackie daks with a long sleeve T-shirt and wooly jumper, and uggies. I am quietly feeling as happy as Larold.

Me too, got soaked loading the truck, tried to deliver it but it fernerkin persisted down and flooded the unloading area. I dumped it near the gate. Currently persisting down even harder.

I’m still still soaked, but inside near the heater.

Luxuriate under a hot shower for half and our.

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Date: 2/07/2025 19:46:51
From: roughbarked
ID: 2297227
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

roughbarked said:


Brindabellas said:

Cymek said:

He is in foster care.
He is 3 1/2
I haven’t seen him in over 18 months.
I am not even sure if he would remember me.

Oh, that is so tough. We have friends whose daughter is going of the rails. The parents have done everything they can, and gone into considerable debt trying to help her – but nothing is working – and they have run out of options. It is not a reflection of you being a ‘bad parent’. Sending you good vibes – life can suck big time

I really don’t want to be reminded of my sister’s first gaughter who had her children taken by her first husband to somewhere that my mother couldn’t contact. So her first four grandchildren were gone. Worse still, my sister disowned her own daughter.

great grandchidren.

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Date: 2/07/2025 19:51:02
From: roughbarked
ID: 2297230
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Peak Warming Man said:


Kingy said:

party_pants said:

Just an ordinary winter day here on the left coast.

Managed to get soaked driving the forklift in the rain. Good to get home into some warm dry clothes. I’ve set the aircon at 18C, and I’m wearing fleecy trackie daks with a long sleeve T-shirt and wooly jumper, and uggies. I am quietly feeling as happy as Larold.

Me too, got soaked loading the truck, tried to deliver it but it fernerkin persisted down and flooded the unloading area. I dumped it near the gate. Currently persisting down even harder.

I’m still still soaked, but inside near the heater.

Luxuriate under a hot shower for half and our.

Not a far ken of a drop of precipit., here
In fact I’ve successfuly burned a pile of freshly ripped out Aloe vera, bloody weed.

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Date: 2/07/2025 19:56:26
From: Bogsnorkler
ID: 2297233
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

I made a very nice sultana cake the other day. Just had my daily piece. added some glace cherries. dead simple to make.

https://www.katysfoodfinds.com/easy-sultana-cake/

Link

I used 200g brown sugar and it is just sweet enough.

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Date: 2/07/2025 19:56:34
From: captain_spalding
ID: 2297234
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

roughbarked said:


Cymek said:

Does life get better ?

I’m fed up with it.

Daughter is now banned from seeing her son.
DCP have concerns about how she acts.
I understand them as I know what she is like
She does not listen to anyone.

I have a horrible feeling its going to end badly

I can’t do anything to help if she won’t do anything.

She will not take any medication that alters how she acts/thinks (anti psychotic/mood stabiliser medication for example)

Its so sad it turned out this way, even though I knew it would.

It is hard to think of reasons to even bother being alive some days.

Pleas keep believing that you are here.

Cymek, take it from someone who’s put a gun barrel in their own mouth: staying here is the better option.

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Date: 2/07/2025 20:02:21
From: Kingy
ID: 2297240
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Bogsnorkler said:


I made a very nice sultana cake the other day. Just had my daily piece. added some glace cherries. dead simple to make.

https://www.katysfoodfinds.com/easy-sultana-cake/

Link

I used 200g brown sugar and it is just sweet enough.

A bit rainy your way, Boris?

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Date: 2/07/2025 20:03:42
From: Bogsnorkler
ID: 2297244
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Kingy said:


Bogsnorkler said:

I made a very nice sultana cake the other day. Just had my daily piece. added some glace cherries. dead simple to make.

https://www.katysfoodfinds.com/easy-sultana-cake/

Link

I used 200g brown sugar and it is just sweet enough.

A bit rainy your way, Boris?

yep. main bits just to the south.

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Date: 2/07/2025 20:10:11
From: Kingy
ID: 2297250
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Bogsnorkler said:


Kingy said:

Bogsnorkler said:

I made a very nice sultana cake the other day. Just had my daily piece. added some glace cherries. dead simple to make.

https://www.katysfoodfinds.com/easy-sultana-cake/

Link

I used 200g brown sugar and it is just sweet enough.

A bit rainy your way, Boris?

yep. main bits just to the south.

Give it half an hour. There is incoming.

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Date: 2/07/2025 20:20:48
From: party_pants
ID: 2297256
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Kingy said:


Bogsnorkler said:

Kingy said:

A bit rainy your way, Boris?

yep. main bits just to the south.

Give it half an hour. There is incoming.

Seems to be slipping down south of me.

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Date: 2/07/2025 20:22:26
From: roughbarked
ID: 2297261
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

party_pants said:


Kingy said:

Bogsnorkler said:

yep. main bits just to the south.

Give it half an hour. There is incoming.

Seems to be slipping down south of me.

That’s the trouble with Southern Australlia. The rain keeps fucking off south of us.

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Date: 2/07/2025 21:06:22
From: Woodie
ID: 2297273
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Where’d Comrade Victor go?

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Date: 2/07/2025 21:13:42
From: Kingy
ID: 2297274
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Woodie said:


Where’d Comrade Victor go?

Updating his printer drivers. He may be some time…

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Date: 2/07/2025 21:16:49
From: captain_spalding
ID: 2297276
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Woodie said:


Where’d Comrade Victor go?

Conscripted.

To Ukraine.

Driving a tank.

Now pushing up sunflowers.

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Date: 2/07/2025 21:25:52
From: Bogsnorkler
ID: 2297281
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Woodie said:


Where’d Comrade Victor go?

conscripted.

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Date: 2/07/2025 21:31:39
From: esselte
ID: 2297283
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

So slightly old news (January 2024), which I missed, but damn-LOL-WTF?….

Britain’s Royal Navy resorts to LinkedIn to recruit (Rear-Admiral who) will oversee the nation’s nuclear (deterrence) program

https://www.businessinsider.com/britain-royal-navy-forced-recruit-linkedin-rear-admiral-nuclear-2024-1

The British Royal Navy has resorted to LinkedIn to fill a vacancy for a submarine Rear-Admiral.
The unconventional recruitment process comes as the Navy struggles to find new talent.

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Date: 2/07/2025 21:36:52
From: Kingy
ID: 2297285
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

esselte said:


So slightly old news (January 2024), which I missed, but damn-LOL-WTF?….

Britain’s Royal Navy resorts to LinkedIn to recruit (Rear-Admiral who) will oversee the nation’s nuclear (deterrence) program

https://www.businessinsider.com/britain-royal-navy-forced-recruit-linkedin-rear-admiral-nuclear-2024-1

The British Royal Navy has resorted to LinkedIn to fill a vacancy for a submarine Rear-Admiral.
The unconventional recruitment process comes as the Navy struggles to find new talent.

Captain_Spalding decides if retirement pays enough

What’s the salary and conditions?

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Date: 2/07/2025 21:42:06
From: captain_spalding
ID: 2297288
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

esselte said:

The British Royal Navy has resorted to LinkedIn to fill a vacancy for a submarine Rear-Admiral.
The unconventional recruitment process comes as the Navy struggles to find new talent.

The RAN is also short of recruits, and has been for quite good while now. This is a problem, as it’s today’s recruits that eventually rise through the ranks to become the senior sailors and the higher-rank officers who move into key leadership positions.

Part of it is due to ridiculous adherence to qualifications for entry that were workable in days where the service could be considerably smaller than it needs to be now, and there was more scope for selectivity. This applies particularaly to ‘medical’ barriers.

You were a sleep-walker for a couple of years in early adolescence? Nope, you’re no good.

You had asthma, but you ‘grew out of it’ and it hasn’t bothered you for several years? There’s the door, don’t let it slam on your way out.

You spoke to a psychologist a couple of times when you felt that study pressures were getting to be too great? How dare you acknowledge your own situation and seek advice, we only want people who’ll be oblivious to that and discover it via a breakdown at a critical juncture!

Stuff like that.

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Date: 2/07/2025 21:43:59
From: AussieDJ
ID: 2297289
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

captain_spalding said:


Woodie said:

Where’d Comrade Victor go?

Conscripted.

To Ukraine.

Driving a tank.

Now pushing up sunflowers.

He or one of his comrades got into the Gardening Forum, too. Not that there’s much there, these days.

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Date: 2/07/2025 21:45:16
From: party_pants
ID: 2297291
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

captain_spalding said:


esselte said:

The British Royal Navy has resorted to LinkedIn to fill a vacancy for a submarine Rear-Admiral.
The unconventional recruitment process comes as the Navy struggles to find new talent.

The RAN is also short of recruits, and has been for quite good while now. This is a problem, as it’s today’s recruits that eventually rise through the ranks to become the senior sailors and the higher-rank officers who move into key leadership positions.

Part of it is due to ridiculous adherence to qualifications for entry that were workable in days where the service could be considerably smaller than it needs to be now, and there was more scope for selectivity. This applies particularaly to ‘medical’ barriers.

You were a sleep-walker for a couple of years in early adolescence? Nope, you’re no good.

You had asthma, but you ‘grew out of it’ and it hasn’t bothered you for several years? There’s the door, don’t let it slam on your way out.

You spoke to a psychologist a couple of times when you felt that study pressures were getting to be too great? How dare you acknowledge your own situation and seek advice, we only want people who’ll be oblivious to that and discover it via a breakdown at a critical juncture!

Stuff like that.

Maybe we should just follow commercial practice and hire Filipino crews?

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Date: 2/07/2025 21:45:51
From: captain_spalding
ID: 2297292
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Kingy said:


esselte said:

So slightly old news (January 2024), which I missed, but damn-LOL-WTF?….

Britain’s Royal Navy resorts to LinkedIn to recruit (Rear-Admiral who) will oversee the nation’s nuclear (deterrence) program

https://www.businessinsider.com/britain-royal-navy-forced-recruit-linkedin-rear-admiral-nuclear-2024-1

The British Royal Navy has resorted to LinkedIn to fill a vacancy for a submarine Rear-Admiral.
The unconventional recruitment process comes as the Navy struggles to find new talent.

Captain_Spalding decides if retirement pays enough

What’s the salary and conditions?

Responsibilities: enormous, far greater and more personal than anything in private industry.

Salary: notably less than in the corporate sector.

Workload: pretty much non-stop.

This is not just my opinion, it’s that of a chap i know with whom i was a Sea Cadet, who returned to his native Britain, joined the RAF, transferred to the RN as a sailor, rose to command a guided missile destroyer, and became a Rear-Admiral.

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Date: 2/07/2025 21:46:47
From: captain_spalding
ID: 2297293
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

party_pants said:


captain_spalding said:

esselte said:

The British Royal Navy has resorted to LinkedIn to fill a vacancy for a submarine Rear-Admiral.
The unconventional recruitment process comes as the Navy struggles to find new talent.

The RAN is also short of recruits, and has been for quite good while now. This is a problem, as it’s today’s recruits that eventually rise through the ranks to become the senior sailors and the higher-rank officers who move into key leadership positions.

Part of it is due to ridiculous adherence to qualifications for entry that were workable in days where the service could be considerably smaller than it needs to be now, and there was more scope for selectivity. This applies particularaly to ‘medical’ barriers.

You were a sleep-walker for a couple of years in early adolescence? Nope, you’re no good.

You had asthma, but you ‘grew out of it’ and it hasn’t bothered you for several years? There’s the door, don’t let it slam on your way out.

You spoke to a psychologist a couple of times when you felt that study pressures were getting to be too great? How dare you acknowledge your own situation and seek advice, we only want people who’ll be oblivious to that and discover it via a breakdown at a critical juncture!

Stuff like that.

Maybe we should just follow commercial practice and hire Filipino crews?

Don’t give them ideas.

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Date: 2/07/2025 21:51:25
From: buffy
ID: 2297295
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

captain_spalding said:


Kingy said:

esselte said:

So slightly old news (January 2024), which I missed, but damn-LOL-WTF?….

Britain’s Royal Navy resorts to LinkedIn to recruit (Rear-Admiral who) will oversee the nation’s nuclear (deterrence) program

https://www.businessinsider.com/britain-royal-navy-forced-recruit-linkedin-rear-admiral-nuclear-2024-1

The British Royal Navy has resorted to LinkedIn to fill a vacancy for a submarine Rear-Admiral.
The unconventional recruitment process comes as the Navy struggles to find new talent.

Captain_Spalding decides if retirement pays enough

What’s the salary and conditions?

Responsibilities: enormous, far greater and more personal than anything in private industry.

Salary: notably less than in the corporate sector.

Workload: pretty much non-stop.

This is not just my opinion, it’s that of a chap i know with whom i was a Sea Cadet, who returned to his native Britain, joined the RAF, transferred to the RN as a sailor, rose to command a guided missile destroyer, and became a Rear-Admiral.

Ah, so you know real, authentic chaps…

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Date: 2/07/2025 21:56:42
From: captain_spalding
ID: 2297297
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

buffy said:


captain_spalding said:

Kingy said:

Captain_Spalding decides if retirement pays enough

What’s the salary and conditions?

Responsibilities: enormous, far greater and more personal than anything in private industry.

Salary: notably less than in the corporate sector.

Workload: pretty much non-stop.

This is not just my opinion, it’s that of a chap i know with whom i was a Sea Cadet, who returned to his native Britain, joined the RAF, transferred to the RN as a sailor, rose to command a guided missile destroyer, and became a Rear-Admiral.

Ah, so you know real, authentic chaps…

He is real, and he’s just about the most authentic bloke i’ve known. Had all of the bullshit knocked out of him, one way or another, over the years.

Second only to another of his ilk, Rear-Admiral Sir David Martin RAN, who i would have happily followed to hell and back, and if he’d asked me to do it again ten minutes later, i would have jumped at the chance.

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Date: 2/07/2025 21:58:15
From: The Rev Dodgson
ID: 2297298
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

I see our victorious visitor has disappeared without a trace.

And coincidentally the forum is going much faster now. I wonder why that would be.

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Date: 2/07/2025 21:59:12
From: AussieDJ
ID: 2297301
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

I’m quite taken with this bloke’s delivery – and the t-shirt!

https://www.youtube.com/shorts/VUzKAne4DFY

Link

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Date: 2/07/2025 22:01:44
From: dv
ID: 2297302
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

kii said:


dv said:

Spotted: deep purple Holden Rodeo with the plate LUVITLO

Then what happened?

I picked up a jacket from the dry cleaning

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Date: 2/07/2025 22:02:22
From: captain_spalding
ID: 2297303
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

AussieDJ said:


I’m quite taken with this bloke’s delivery – and the t-shirt!

https://www.youtube.com/shorts/VUzKAne4DFY

Link

I’ve seen a number of his short videos, and he always entertains, amuses, and educates inside the spave of a minute or two.

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Date: 2/07/2025 22:03:35
From: captain_spalding
ID: 2297304
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

captain_spalding said:


AussieDJ said:

I’m quite taken with this bloke’s delivery – and the t-shirt!

https://www.youtube.com/shorts/VUzKAne4DFY

Link

I’ve seen a number of his short videos, and he always entertains, amuses, and educates inside the spave of a minute or two.

“..space…”

Although i like the word i invented there: ‘spave’.

Need to find a good meaning for it.

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Date: 2/07/2025 22:12:08
From: buffy
ID: 2297310
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

captain_spalding said:


buffy said:

captain_spalding said:

Responsibilities: enormous, far greater and more personal than anything in private industry.

Salary: notably less than in the corporate sector.

Workload: pretty much non-stop.

This is not just my opinion, it’s that of a chap i know with whom i was a Sea Cadet, who returned to his native Britain, joined the RAF, transferred to the RN as a sailor, rose to command a guided missile destroyer, and became a Rear-Admiral.

Ah, so you know real, authentic chaps…

He is real, and he’s just about the most authentic bloke i’ve known. Had all of the bullshit knocked out of him, one way or another, over the years.

Second only to another of his ilk, Rear-Admiral Sir David Martin RAN, who i would have happily followed to hell and back, and if he’d asked me to do it again ten minutes later, i would have jumped at the chance.

I wasn’t doubting his reality, I was implying something about other people who often refer to The Chaps.

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Date: 2/07/2025 22:15:05
From: captain_spalding
ID: 2297312
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

buffy said:


captain_spalding said:

buffy said:

Ah, so you know real, authentic chaps…

He is real, and he’s just about the most authentic bloke i’ve known. Had all of the bullshit knocked out of him, one way or another, over the years.

Second only to another of his ilk, Rear-Admiral Sir David Martin RAN, who i would have happily followed to hell and back, and if he’d asked me to do it again ten minutes later, i would have jumped at the chance.

I wasn’t doubting his reality, I was implying something about other people who often refer to The Chaps.

Oh, those Chaps.

No, he would not suffer such Chaps gladly. Diplomatically, perhaps, while he was in the service, but not gladly.

Now that he’s retired, his attitudes to them might be more…interesting.

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Date: 2/07/2025 22:17:13
From: Bogsnorkler
ID: 2297315
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

persistent pluvial precipitation

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Date: 2/07/2025 22:20:10
From: party_pants
ID: 2297316
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Bogsnorkler said:


persistent pluvial precipitation

expecting a short, sharp burst to hit the southern suburbs soon…

http://www.bom.gov.au/products/IDR703.loop.shtml#skip

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Date: 2/07/2025 22:21:08
From: Bogsnorkler
ID: 2297317
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Bogsnorkler said:


persistent pluvial precipitation

blimey, the brookhampton brook is a banker.

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Date: 2/07/2025 22:22:38
From: Bogsnorkler
ID: 2297318
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

party_pants said:


Bogsnorkler said:

persistent pluvial precipitation

expecting a short, sharp burst to hit the southern suburbs soon…

http://www.bom.gov.au/products/IDR703.loop.shtml#skip

In the middle here

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Date: 2/07/2025 22:43:40
From: Kingy
ID: 2297320
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Bogsnorkler said:


Bogsnorkler said:

persistent pluvial precipitation

blimey, the brookhampton brook is a banker.

93mm here since 3pm.

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Date: 2/07/2025 22:54:57
From: Bogsnorkler
ID: 2297323
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

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Date: 2/07/2025 23:07:32
From: party_pants
ID: 2297327
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

.. any moment now for the hard rain to start.

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Date: 3/07/2025 00:07:30
From: kii
ID: 2297331
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

dv said:


kii said:

dv said:

Spotted: deep purple Holden Rodeo with the plate LUVITLO

Then what happened?

I picked up a jacket from the dry cleaning

takes notes

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Date: 3/07/2025 06:22:12
From: buffy
ID: 2297339
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

1 degree at the back door, dark and still. We are forecast morning fog and frost, mostly sunny day, top of 13 degrees. Very Winter.

My bushwandering friend is in Adelaide visiting one of her nursing friends (they are both in their eighties now), so I will go and have breakfast at the bakery on my own and then go to the wetlands to tidy up along the drystone fence at the gate, under the seat there and cut back some teatree from the walking path. I plan a mow tomorrow or Saturday. Or Sunday. Soon, anyway.

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Date: 3/07/2025 06:30:39
From: transition
ID: 2297340
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

i’ll make my own breakfast

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Date: 3/07/2025 06:35:54
From: Bubblecar
ID: 2297341
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Moaning. Heading for a max of 11 here, min of -3. Slight chance of a shower.

Not sure what’s happening in what order, but I ought to call the GP when they’re open and see if I can be squeezed in for an appointment to get an anti-B script.

But I have to be here between midday and one, for the Coles delivery.

Right now I’ll have an eggy breakfast, then a shower and hair wash etc.

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Date: 3/07/2025 06:45:50
From: Bubblecar
ID: 2297342
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

…talking about eggs, Coles have substituted 2 × 600gm eggs for the 2 × 800gms I ordered. So, 400gms less egg.

And they’re out of turkey mince and didn’t substitute anyfink for it.

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Date: 3/07/2025 07:15:56
From: Divine Angel
ID: 2297343
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

I seem to have slept in. But it’s school holidays so no one cares.

Sunny and clear with easing winds.

Today’s activity is “hold a rabbit” at the library. And go to Costco to get some eggs.

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Date: 3/07/2025 07:20:57
From: roughbarked
ID: 2297344
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

03/07:00am
2.7˚C
Feels like -1.0˚C
dewpoint 2.6
R/H 99
rain none
wind 11km/h NNW.

Off to the GP for the usual. Basically update prescriptions.

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Date: 3/07/2025 07:28:13
From: Bubblecar
ID: 2297345
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Divine Angel said:


I seem to have slept in. But it’s school holidays so no one cares.

Sunny and clear with easing winds.

Today’s activity is “hold a rabbit” at the library. And go to Costco to get some eggs.

I assume that involves holding a rabbit.

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Date: 3/07/2025 07:35:14
From: Divine Angel
ID: 2297346
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Yes. Pet rabbits are illegal in Qld, but you can have one with a permit if you’re a magician, petting zoo etc. These holidays the libraries have Alice in Wonderland activities, and today’s is rabbit-related.

There are lots of people who have pet rabbits though. They’re not reportable, so if you take it to the vet they don’t have to dob you in. OTOH a ferret is reportable. No one really cares if you’ve got a rabbit, but they do if you’re breeding them or have like, 12 of them.

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Date: 3/07/2025 07:41:10
From: Bubblecar
ID: 2297347
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Divine Angel said:


Yes. Pet rabbits are illegal in Qld, but you can have one with a permit if you’re a magician, petting zoo etc. These holidays the libraries have Alice in Wonderland activities, and today’s is rabbit-related.

There are lots of people who have pet rabbits though. They’re not reportable, so if you take it to the vet they don’t have to dob you in. OTOH a ferret is reportable. No one really cares if you’ve got a rabbit, but they do if you’re breeding them or have like, 12 of them.

IC. You’re allowed to keep domestic rabbits as pets in Tasmania, but not feral ones.

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Date: 3/07/2025 07:44:23
From: Bubblecar
ID: 2297348
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Bubblecar said:


Divine Angel said:

Yes. Pet rabbits are illegal in Qld, but you can have one with a permit if you’re a magician, petting zoo etc. These holidays the libraries have Alice in Wonderland activities, and today’s is rabbit-related.

There are lots of people who have pet rabbits though. They’re not reportable, so if you take it to the vet they don’t have to dob you in. OTOH a ferret is reportable. No one really cares if you’ve got a rabbit, but they do if you’re breeding them or have like, 12 of them.

IC. You’re allowed to keep domestic rabbits as pets in Tasmania, but not feral ones.

…and bring them into the state.

So if someone was fleeing Queensland with their pet rabbit, with the Rabbit Police on their heels, they could find sanctuary on this island.

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Date: 3/07/2025 07:48:07
From: Divine Angel
ID: 2297350
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

We have a big sign at the NSW border on the Gold Coast advising of the fine for bringing a rabbit into the state: $66,725.

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Date: 3/07/2025 07:49:01
From: Bubblecar
ID: 2297351
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Divine Angel said:


We have a big sign at the NSW border on the Gold Coast advising of the fine for bringing a rabbit into the state: $66,725.

Seems a rather randomly precise figure.

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Date: 3/07/2025 07:53:08
From: Divine Angel
ID: 2297352
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Bubblecar said:


Divine Angel said:

We have a big sign at the NSW border on the Gold Coast advising of the fine for bringing a rabbit into the state: $66,725.

Seems a rather randomly precise figure.

I’ve been pondering randomly precise monetary figures. My payslips indicate $x.4065 per hour and I’m wondering why that precise number of cents and who decided cents to four decimal places 🤔

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Date: 3/07/2025 07:56:10
From: Bubblecar
ID: 2297353
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Divine Angel said:


Bubblecar said:

Divine Angel said:

We have a big sign at the NSW border on the Gold Coast advising of the fine for bringing a rabbit into the state: $66,725.

Seems a rather randomly precise figure.

I’ve been pondering randomly precise monetary figures. My payslips indicate $x.4065 per hour and I’m wondering why that precise number of cents and who decided cents to four decimal places 🤔

Mysterious.

SCIENCE might be able to explain it but he hasn’t peeped in here for a couple of weeks now.

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Date: 3/07/2025 07:57:04
From: Bubblecar
ID: 2297354
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Also, realised the other day that Permeate Free hasn’t posted here for aaages.

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Date: 3/07/2025 07:57:29
From: Bubblecar
ID: 2297355
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Time to get under that shower.

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Date: 3/07/2025 08:18:03
From: The Rev Dodgson
ID: 2297358
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Bubblecar said:


Also, realised the other day that Permeate Free hasn’t posted here for aaages.

… so that’s something to be happy about.

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Date: 3/07/2025 08:21:37
From: kii
ID: 2297360
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

The Rev Dodgson said:


Bubblecar said:

Also, realised the other day that Permeate Free hasn’t posted here for aaages.

… so that’s something to be happy about.

Why? I like how they don’t colour in between the lines.

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Date: 3/07/2025 08:39:02
From: Michael V
ID: 2297364
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Good morning everybody.

9.3° C, 62% RH, light breezes and clear. A top of 21° C and not much chance of rain is the BoM forecast. It’s sparklingly clear; real winter weather.

Lots of jobs on the list for today, including making more lists or rather, updating and consolidating lists.

And replacing the kitchen light bulb with a brighter one. And the toilet light bulb, too. Both require ladders. Bloody cataracts.

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Date: 3/07/2025 08:41:25
From: Michael V
ID: 2297365
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Bubblecar said:


Also, realised the other day that Permeate Free hasn’t posted here for aaages.

Maybe he realised that being a full on fanboi of Musk was not a good thing.

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Date: 3/07/2025 08:56:33
From: Tamb
ID: 2297368
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

The Rev Dodgson said:


Bubblecar said:

Also, realised the other day that Permeate Free hasn’t posted here for aaages.

… so that’s something to be happy about.


I thought he resigned in 2021

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Date: 3/07/2025 09:00:22
From: Tamb
ID: 2297370
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Michael V said:


Good morning everybody.

9.3° C, 62% RH, light breezes and clear. A top of 21° C and not much chance of rain is the BoM forecast. It’s sparklingly clear; real winter weather.

Lots of jobs on the list for today, including making more lists or rather, updating and consolidating lists.

And replacing the kitchen light bulb with a brighter one. And the toilet light bulb, too. Both require ladders. Bloody cataracts.

6° with 2/8 cloud & zero wind here.

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Date: 3/07/2025 09:02:08
From: Arts
ID: 2297371
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Divine Angel said:


Yes. Pet rabbits are illegal in Qld, but you can have one with a permit if you’re a magician, petting zoo etc. These holidays the libraries have Alice in Wonderland activities, and today’s is rabbit-related.

There are lots of people who have pet rabbits though. They’re not reportable, so if you take it to the vet they don’t have to dob you in. OTOH a ferret is reportable. No one really cares if you’ve got a rabbit, but they do if you’re breeding them or have like, 12 of them.

I rabbit sat someone’s pet rabbit once… what a fucking pain in the arse pet to own…

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Date: 3/07/2025 09:05:41
From: Peak Warming Man
ID: 2297373
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Morning pilgrims, cool but spiffing day in the pearl of the south specific.
Over.

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Date: 3/07/2025 09:08:48
From: kii
ID: 2297375
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Arts said:


Divine Angel said:

Yes. Pet rabbits are illegal in Qld, but you can have one with a permit if you’re a magician, petting zoo etc. These holidays the libraries have Alice in Wonderland activities, and today’s is rabbit-related.

There are lots of people who have pet rabbits though. They’re not reportable, so if you take it to the vet they don’t have to dob you in. OTOH a ferret is reportable. No one really cares if you’ve got a rabbit, but they do if you’re breeding them or have like, 12 of them.

I rabbit sat someone’s pet rabbit once… what a fucking pain in the arse pet to own…

I’ve just always associated rabbits with the destruction of the Australian landscape.

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Date: 3/07/2025 09:14:18
From: Tamb
ID: 2297379
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

kii said:


Arts said:

Divine Angel said:

Yes. Pet rabbits are illegal in Qld, but you can have one with a permit if you’re a magician, petting zoo etc. These holidays the libraries have Alice in Wonderland activities, and today’s is rabbit-related.

There are lots of people who have pet rabbits though. They’re not reportable, so if you take it to the vet they don’t have to dob you in. OTOH a ferret is reportable. No one really cares if you’ve got a rabbit, but they do if you’re breeding them or have like, 12 of them.

I rabbit sat someone’s pet rabbit once… what a fucking pain in the arse pet to own…

I’ve just always associated rabbits with the destruction of the Australian landscape.

My Mum had a pet rabbit. It bit through a 240v cord & instantly became an ex-rabbit.

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Date: 3/07/2025 09:27:29
From: Bubblecar
ID: 2297384
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Managed to score a GP appointment for 2pm today.

So now it’s a matter of awaiting the Coles delivery (between 12 and 1) then setting off unto the village health centre.

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Date: 3/07/2025 09:48:23
From: Arts
ID: 2297394
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

I was going to comment on the storm that pulled through last night, but it seems that NSW has won the storm award, so I’ll see myself out

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Date: 3/07/2025 09:54:19
From: The Rev Dodgson
ID: 2297397
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Arts said:


I was going to comment on the storm that pulled through last night, but it seems that NSW has won the storm award, so I’ll see myself out

Tuesday was pretty wet here, and really pissed down in some places near by.

Plenty of rain yesterday, but nothing out of the ordinary.

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Date: 3/07/2025 09:55:00
From: Bogsnorkler
ID: 2297398
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Arts said:


I was going to comment on the storm that pulled through last night, but it seems that NSW has won the storm award, so I’ll see myself out

yeah, ours was just a lot of rain. no high winds. no thunder. no lightning. hughie smiled on us.

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Date: 3/07/2025 09:56:03
From: Arts
ID: 2297399
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

The Rev Dodgson said:


Arts said:

I was going to comment on the storm that pulled through last night, but it seems that NSW has won the storm award, so I’ll see myself out

Tuesday was pretty wet here, and really pissed down in some places near by.

Plenty of rain yesterday, but nothing out of the ordinary.

ABC is telling me it’s chaos over there.. so don’t be modest

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Date: 3/07/2025 10:00:41
From: Bogsnorkler
ID: 2297401
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Arts said:


The Rev Dodgson said:

Arts said:

I was going to comment on the storm that pulled through last night, but it seems that NSW has won the storm award, so I’ll see myself out

Tuesday was pretty wet here, and really pissed down in some places near by.

Plenty of rain yesterday, but nothing out of the ordinary.

ABC is telling me it’s chaos over there.. so don’t be modest

snafu then?

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Date: 3/07/2025 10:13:53
From: Cymek
ID: 2297403
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Hello

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Date: 3/07/2025 10:14:26
From: ruby
ID: 2297404
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Arts said:


The Rev Dodgson said:

Arts said:

I was going to comment on the storm that pulled through last night, but it seems that NSW has won the storm award, so I’ll see myself out

Tuesday was pretty wet here, and really pissed down in some places near by.

Plenty of rain yesterday, but nothing out of the ordinary.

ABC is telling me it’s chaos over there.. so don’t be modest

It has been a fun couple of days in my little corner of NSW.
The grandkids decided they should heed the warnings and stay home from school on Tuesday, so I spent the day with them. Their house is just behind this-

I left their place as the tin went off. Some hefty branches down on my road as I came home.
Grand daughter went to school yesterday, only to find the school closed after a number of trees came down on it, so she came to my place. Because I had power and theirs was still out.
A nearby friend has large trees down, one over the driveway stopping her going out.
I’m waiting to see how my beach buddies overlooking the beach went. They are not the wankers on the Wamberal dunes who are whinging about not being able to build their great big beautiful wall (which will likely create more problems with the two adjoining lagoon systems)

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Date: 3/07/2025 10:23:56
From: The Rev Dodgson
ID: 2297408
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

ruby said:


Arts said:

The Rev Dodgson said:

Tuesday was pretty wet here, and really pissed down in some places near by.

Plenty of rain yesterday, but nothing out of the ordinary.

ABC is telling me it’s chaos over there.. so don’t be modest

It has been a fun couple of days in my little corner of NSW.
The grandkids decided they should heed the warnings and stay home from school on Tuesday, so I spent the day with them. Their house is just behind this-

I left their place as the tin went off. Some hefty branches down on my road as I came home.
Grand daughter went to school yesterday, only to find the school closed after a number of trees came down on it, so she came to my place. Because I had power and theirs was still out.
A nearby friend has large trees down, one over the driveway stopping her going out.
I’m waiting to see how my beach buddies overlooking the beach went. They are not the wankers on the Wamberal dunes who are whinging about not being able to build their great big beautiful wall (which will likely create more problems with the two adjoining lagoon systems)

Seems I may have understated things a little, Hornsby actually made the news.

“Residents in Sydney’s south-west are warned to prepare to evacuate as unrelenting rainfall causes flash flooding and chaos across the city. 
Sydney Olympic Park and North Parramatta both recorded 118mm of rainfall, Hornsby recorded 116mm and Auburn recorded 115mm in the 24 hours to 9am today.”

The radar map was showing about 250 mm over the Blue Mountains, so I don’t know why they didn’t mention that.

Also we had a branch fall on the power line to our hose overnight, Tue/Wed, so we had the emergency Ausgrid people out to fix it, but they did a great job and all fixed with only a couple of hours without power.

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Date: 3/07/2025 10:35:31
From: ruby
ID: 2297413
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

The Rev Dodgson said:


ruby said:

Arts said:

ABC is telling me it’s chaos over there.. so don’t be modest

It has been a fun couple of days in my little corner of NSW.
The grandkids decided they should heed the warnings and stay home from school on Tuesday, so I spent the day with them. Their house is just behind this-

I left their place as the tin went off. Some hefty branches down on my road as I came home.
Grand daughter went to school yesterday, only to find the school closed after a number of trees came down on it, so she came to my place. Because I had power and theirs was still out.
A nearby friend has large trees down, one over the driveway stopping her going out.
I’m waiting to see how my beach buddies overlooking the beach went. They are not the wankers on the Wamberal dunes who are whinging about not being able to build their great big beautiful wall (which will likely create more problems with the two adjoining lagoon systems)

Seems I may have understated things a little, Hornsby actually made the news.

“Residents in Sydney’s south-west are warned to prepare to evacuate as unrelenting rainfall causes flash flooding and chaos across the city. 
Sydney Olympic Park and North Parramatta both recorded 118mm of rainfall, Hornsby recorded 116mm and Auburn recorded 115mm in the 24 hours to 9am today.”

The radar map was showing about 250 mm over the Blue Mountains, so I don’t know why they didn’t mention that.

Also we had a branch fall on the power line to our hose overnight, Tue/Wed, so we had the emergency Ausgrid people out to fix it, but they did a great job and all fixed with only a couple of hours without power.

They predicted the coast was going to cop the most rain, I was surprised to see inland areas got more. Didn’t get the usual coastal thunderstorm which helped keep the total down.
Ausgrid were right onto the power outages here too. And the SES are fabulous. I heard the chainsaws going round 8 last night. Legends.

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Date: 3/07/2025 10:39:12
From: fsm
ID: 2297416
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Divine Angel said:


I seem to have slept in. But it’s school holidays so no one cares.

Sunny and clear with easing winds.

Today’s activity is “hold a rabbit” at the library. And go to Costco to get some eggs.

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Date: 3/07/2025 10:41:41
From: Arts
ID: 2297417
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

ruby said:


The Rev Dodgson said:

ruby said:

It has been a fun couple of days in my little corner of NSW.
The grandkids decided they should heed the warnings and stay home from school on Tuesday, so I spent the day with them. Their house is just behind this-

I left their place as the tin went off. Some hefty branches down on my road as I came home.
Grand daughter went to school yesterday, only to find the school closed after a number of trees came down on it, so she came to my place. Because I had power and theirs was still out.
A nearby friend has large trees down, one over the driveway stopping her going out.
I’m waiting to see how my beach buddies overlooking the beach went. They are not the wankers on the Wamberal dunes who are whinging about not being able to build their great big beautiful wall (which will likely create more problems with the two adjoining lagoon systems)

Seems I may have understated things a little, Hornsby actually made the news.

“Residents in Sydney’s south-west are warned to prepare to evacuate as unrelenting rainfall causes flash flooding and chaos across the city. 
Sydney Olympic Park and North Parramatta both recorded 118mm of rainfall, Hornsby recorded 116mm and Auburn recorded 115mm in the 24 hours to 9am today.”

The radar map was showing about 250 mm over the Blue Mountains, so I don’t know why they didn’t mention that.

Also we had a branch fall on the power line to our hose overnight, Tue/Wed, so we had the emergency Ausgrid people out to fix it, but they did a great job and all fixed with only a couple of hours without power.

They predicted the coast was going to cop the most rain, I was surprised to see inland areas got more. Didn’t get the usual coastal thunderstorm which helped keep the total down.
Ausgrid were right onto the power outages here too. And the SES are fabulous. I heard the chainsaws going round 8 last night. Legends.

I really enjoyed my time in the SES, it was a bit exciting to be out in a storm on someone’s rooftop trying to tarp it over. just being out in that weather is quite the thrill.

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Date: 3/07/2025 10:42:56
From: roughbarked
ID: 2297418
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

ruby said:


The Rev Dodgson said:

ruby said:

It has been a fun couple of days in my little corner of NSW.
The grandkids decided they should heed the warnings and stay home from school on Tuesday, so I spent the day with them. Their house is just behind this-

I left their place as the tin went off. Some hefty branches down on my road as I came home.
Grand daughter went to school yesterday, only to find the school closed after a number of trees came down on it, so she came to my place. Because I had power and theirs was still out.
A nearby friend has large trees down, one over the driveway stopping her going out.
I’m waiting to see how my beach buddies overlooking the beach went. They are not the wankers on the Wamberal dunes who are whinging about not being able to build their great big beautiful wall (which will likely create more problems with the two adjoining lagoon systems)

Seems I may have understated things a little, Hornsby actually made the news.

“Residents in Sydney’s south-west are warned to prepare to evacuate as unrelenting rainfall causes flash flooding and chaos across the city. 
Sydney Olympic Park and North Parramatta both recorded 118mm of rainfall, Hornsby recorded 116mm and Auburn recorded 115mm in the 24 hours to 9am today.”

The radar map was showing about 250 mm over the Blue Mountains, so I don’t know why they didn’t mention that.

Also we had a branch fall on the power line to our hose overnight, Tue/Wed, so we had the emergency Ausgrid people out to fix it, but they did a great job and all fixed with only a couple of hours without power.

They predicted the coast was going to cop the most rain, I was surprised to see inland areas got more. Didn’t get the usual coastal thunderstorm which helped keep the total down.
Ausgrid were right onto the power outages here too. And the SES are fabulous. I heard the chainsaws going round 8 last night. Legends.

At Newrybar, this Tallowwood tree dropped on an 11,000 volt power line and put the power our for quite a few households.

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Date: 3/07/2025 10:46:43
From: ruby
ID: 2297420
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Right. Off to treat myself to a reciprocating saw. I still like using the hand saw for jobs, but a powered one will be nice to have sometimes.

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Date: 3/07/2025 10:53:36
From: Peak Warming Man
ID: 2297421
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

The Voyager mission is 48 years old and still going, still sending back data.
These days with all singing and dancing algorisms and,,,,,,,,,,,,and computers and stuff they can’t manage to land probe on the moon upright.
It won’t do, we need to go back the tried and true slide rules and common dog fuck and proper music.

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Date: 3/07/2025 10:56:28
From: Peak Warming Man
ID: 2297422
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Arts said:


ruby said:

The Rev Dodgson said:

Seems I may have understated things a little, Hornsby actually made the news.

“Residents in Sydney’s south-west are warned to prepare to evacuate as unrelenting rainfall causes flash flooding and chaos across the city. 
Sydney Olympic Park and North Parramatta both recorded 118mm of rainfall, Hornsby recorded 116mm and Auburn recorded 115mm in the 24 hours to 9am today.”

The radar map was showing about 250 mm over the Blue Mountains, so I don’t know why they didn’t mention that.

Also we had a branch fall on the power line to our hose overnight, Tue/Wed, so we had the emergency Ausgrid people out to fix it, but they did a great job and all fixed with only a couple of hours without power.

They predicted the coast was going to cop the most rain, I was surprised to see inland areas got more. Didn’t get the usual coastal thunderstorm which helped keep the total down.
Ausgrid were right onto the power outages here too. And the SES are fabulous. I heard the chainsaws going round 8 last night. Legends.

I really enjoyed my time in the SES, it was a bit exciting to be out in a storm on someone’s rooftop trying to tarp it over. just being out in that weather is quite the thrill.

Were you ever called out to Blueberry Hill.

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Date: 3/07/2025 11:24:38
From: Peak Warming Man
ID: 2297427
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Still no egg.

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Date: 3/07/2025 11:25:57
From: Kingy
ID: 2297428
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

A refreshing shower overnight. 124mm at the Kingy residence. Some streets flooded, cars stalled and stranded on roads, otherwise it just gave the gutters a good cleanout and got the creeks flowing proper.

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Date: 3/07/2025 11:29:23
From: roughbarked
ID: 2297429
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Kingy said:


A refreshing shower overnight. 124mm at the Kingy residence. Some streets flooded, cars stalled and stranded on roads, otherwise it just gave the gutters a good cleanout and got the creeks flowing proper.

Hardly anything better than the creeks flowing properly.

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Date: 3/07/2025 11:39:11
From: buffy
ID: 2297431
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

kii said:


The Rev Dodgson said:

Bubblecar said:

Also, realised the other day that Permeate Free hasn’t posted here for aaages.

… so that’s something to be happy about.

Why? I like how they don’t colour in between the lines.

I’ve got links to his blogs, but I don’t know how to find the latest posts on them. Here is one, if anyone wants to see if they can work it out.

Link

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Date: 3/07/2025 11:46:25
From: roughbarked
ID: 2297433
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

buffy said:


kii said:

The Rev Dodgson said:

… so that’s something to be happy about.

Why? I like how they don’t colour in between the lines.

I’ve got links to his blogs, but I don’t know how to find the latest posts on them. Here is one, if anyone wants to see if they can work it out.

Link

scroll to the very bottom. Should you wish to contact me direct, please email: w.archer.esperance@gmail.com

I seem to recall PF saying that it isn’t actually his blog?

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Date: 3/07/2025 11:56:10
From: buffy
ID: 2297435
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

roughbarked said:


buffy said:

kii said:

Why? I like how they don’t colour in between the lines.

I’ve got links to his blogs, but I don’t know how to find the latest posts on them. Here is one, if anyone wants to see if they can work it out.

Link

scroll to the very bottom. Should you wish to contact me direct, please email: w.archer.esperance@gmail.com

I seem to recall PF saying that it isn’t actually his blog?

I’m not inclined to bother him. And what makes you think it’s not his blog? I’m almost sure he pointed us to it back in the Scribbly Gum days. I also note that quite recently a Hibbertia was named for him because he found and sent in the original specimen.

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Date: 3/07/2025 11:58:07
From: The Rev Dodgson
ID: 2297436
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

kii said:


The Rev Dodgson said:

Bubblecar said:

Also, realised the other day that Permeate Free hasn’t posted here for aaages.

… so that’s something to be happy about.

Why? I like how they don’t colour in between the lines.

I don’t know what that means.

He treats any and all disagreements with anything he says as a personal insult, and responds with real personal insults, making all discussion of anything absolutely pointless.

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Date: 3/07/2025 12:05:53
From: roughbarked
ID: 2297437
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

buffy said:


roughbarked said:

buffy said:

I’ve got links to his blogs, but I don’t know how to find the latest posts on them. Here is one, if anyone wants to see if they can work it out.

Link

scroll to the very bottom. Should you wish to contact me direct, please email: w.archer.esperance@gmail.com

I seem to recall PF saying that it isn’t actually his blog?

I’m not inclined to bother him. And what makes you think it’s not his blog? I’m almost sure he pointed us to it back in the Scribbly Gum days. I also note that quite recently a Hibbertia was named for him because he found and sent in the original specimen.

I suppose he sometimes said things that were difficult to comprehend what he was on about.
Maybe it was a blog linked off his?

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Date: 3/07/2025 12:06:43
From: Divine Angel
ID: 2297438
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Got some eggs from Costco, and because I’m a terrible impulse shopper I also came home with a 2kg tin of Swiss Miss drinking chocolate. Saw a guy at Costco with a trolley full of carrots.

At Bunnings, I got a pot plant trellis and some removable hooks.

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Date: 3/07/2025 12:14:03
From: roughbarked
ID: 2297439
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

roughbarked said:


buffy said:

roughbarked said:

scroll to the very bottom. Should you wish to contact me direct, please email: w.archer.esperance@gmail.com

I seem to recall PF saying that it isn’t actually his blog?

I’m not inclined to bother him. And what makes you think it’s not his blog? I’m almost sure he pointed us to it back in the Scribbly Gum days. I also note that quite recently a Hibbertia was named for him because he found and sent in the original specimen.

I suppose he sometimes said things that were difficult to comprehend what he was on about.
Maybe it was a blog linked off his?

Anyway, he hasn’t updated any of his sites since 2016 and the links on his pages haven’t been updated to https.

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Date: 3/07/2025 12:16:54
From: roughbarked
ID: 2297440
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

roughbarked said:


roughbarked said:

buffy said:

I’m not inclined to bother him. And what makes you think it’s not his blog? I’m almost sure he pointed us to it back in the Scribbly Gum days. I also note that quite recently a Hibbertia was named for him because he found and sent in the original specimen.

I suppose he sometimes said things that were difficult to comprehend what he was on about.
Maybe it was a blog linked off his?

Anyway, he hasn’t updated any of his sites since 2016 and the links on his pages haven’t been updated to https.

The https sites do exist but only if you type it in yourself. All of his links go to http.

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Date: 3/07/2025 12:17:10
From: Bubblecar
ID: 2297441
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Divine Angel said:


Got some eggs from Costco, and because I’m a terrible impulse shopper I also came home with a 2kg tin of Swiss Miss drinking chocolate. Saw a guy at Costco with a trolley full of carrots.

At Bunnings, I got a pot plant trellis and some removable hooks.

The carrot guy in Costco might be transition’s Queensland cousin.

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Date: 3/07/2025 12:19:02
From: Tamb
ID: 2297442
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

roughbarked said:


roughbarked said:

buffy said:

I’m not inclined to bother him. And what makes you think it’s not his blog? I’m almost sure he pointed us to it back in the Scribbly Gum days. I also note that quite recently a Hibbertia was named for him because he found and sent in the original specimen.

I suppose he sometimes said things that were difficult to comprehend what he was on about.
Maybe it was a blog linked off his?

Anyway, he hasn’t updated any of his sites since 2016 and the links on his pages haven’t been updated to https.


An old record says: Resigned 14/07/2021

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Date: 3/07/2025 12:23:11
From: Peak Warming Man
ID: 2297443
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Tamb said:


roughbarked said:

roughbarked said:

I suppose he sometimes said things that were difficult to comprehend what he was on about.
Maybe it was a blog linked off his?

Anyway, he hasn’t updated any of his sites since 2016 and the links on his pages haven’t been updated to https.


An old record says: Resigned 14/07/2021

He……….he might have died.

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Date: 3/07/2025 12:24:38
From: roughbarked
ID: 2297445
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Peak Warming Man said:


Tamb said:

roughbarked said:

Anyway, he hasn’t updated any of his sites since 2016 and the links on his pages haven’t been updated to https.


An old record says: Resigned 14/07/2021

He……….he might have died.

He’s had long periods away before. He used to always come back. However, there is that possibility.

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Date: 3/07/2025 12:27:55
From: Bogsnorkler
ID: 2297446
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Haven’t seen SCIENCE for a while either.

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Date: 3/07/2025 12:29:09
From: buffy
ID: 2297447
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

roughbarked said:


Peak Warming Man said:

Tamb said:

An old record says: Resigned 14/07/2021

He……….he might have died.

He’s had long periods away before. He used to always come back. However, there is that possibility.

Nothing comes up on a search for his name and “funeral notices”. He’s probably just happily hunting plants and cats in his bush areas.

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Date: 3/07/2025 12:30:02
From: roughbarked
ID: 2297448
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

buffy said:


roughbarked said:

Peak Warming Man said:

He……….he might have died.

He’s had long periods away before. He used to always come back. However, there is that possibility.

Nothing comes up on a search for his name and “funeral notices”. He’s probably just happily hunting plants and cats in his bush areas.

Good luck to him.

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Date: 3/07/2025 12:32:20
From: Divine Angel
ID: 2297449
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

The important thing is, I have not died.

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Date: 3/07/2025 12:34:09
From: The Rev Dodgson
ID: 2297450
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

The Rev Dodgson said:


kii said:

The Rev Dodgson said:

… so that’s something to be happy about.

Why? I like how they don’t colour in between the lines.

I don’t know what that means.

He treats any and all disagreements with anything he says as a personal insult, and responds with real personal insults, making all discussion of anything absolutely pointless.

I looked up “ don’t colour in between the lines” and found:
“The phrase has come to mean someone who doesn’t follow established rules, or doesn’t think along established lines.”

That’s not how I see his stuff at all. He absolutely followed the established rules, as he saw them, and everybody else had better do the same, or else.

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Date: 3/07/2025 12:35:00
From: roughbarked
ID: 2297451
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Divine Angel said:


The important thing is, I have not died.

That’s good to know.

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Date: 3/07/2025 12:35:35
From: roughbarked
ID: 2297452
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

The Rev Dodgson said:


The Rev Dodgson said:

kii said:

Why? I like how they don’t colour in between the lines.

I don’t know what that means.

He treats any and all disagreements with anything he says as a personal insult, and responds with real personal insults, making all discussion of anything absolutely pointless.

I looked up “ don’t colour in between the lines” and found:
“The phrase has come to mean someone who doesn’t follow established rules, or doesn’t think along established lines.”

That’s not how I see his stuff at all. He absolutely followed the established rules, as he saw them, and everybody else had better do the same, or else.

Like his mentor, Elon.

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Date: 3/07/2025 12:45:23
From: diddly-squat
ID: 2297455
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Divine Angel said:


The important thing is, I have not died.

it is indeed a great day for not only you and your family, but also for our nation.

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Date: 3/07/2025 12:47:52
From: Bubblecar
ID: 2297457
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Bogsnorkler said:


Haven’t seen SCIENCE for a while either.

In his last post nearly two weeks ago, he mentioned he’s off to do something that’s more fun.

But he’ll presumably be back.

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Date: 3/07/2025 12:52:57
From: Cymek
ID: 2297458
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Illegal cigarettes sales.

Haven’t had that before

I know from smokers they are sold under the counter.

Lot of money to be made going by what I just read.

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Date: 3/07/2025 13:00:21
From: Divine Angel
ID: 2297459
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Cymek said:


Illegal cigarettes sales.

Haven’t had that before

I know from smokers they are sold under the counter.

Lot of money to be made going by what I just read.

I’ve seen tons of these boxes lying around. Figured they were illegal sales, and Reddit confirmed it.

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Date: 3/07/2025 13:01:14
From: Divine Angel
ID: 2297460
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

https://www.abc.net.au/news/2025-03-03/black-market-tobacco-manchester-cigarettes-four-corners/104978592

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Date: 3/07/2025 13:04:38
From: Peak Warming Man
ID: 2297462
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Bubblecar said:


Bogsnorkler said:

Haven’t seen SCIENCE for a while either.

In his last post nearly two weeks ago, he mentioned he’s off to do something that’s more fun.

But he’ll presumably be back.

He…………….he might have died.

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Date: 3/07/2025 13:16:04
From: roughbarked
ID: 2297463
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Cymek said:


Illegal cigarettes sales.

Haven’t had that before

I know from smokers they are sold under the counter.

Lot of money to be made going by what I just read.

I did the test. I walked into a tobacconist locally and asked “Do you have the muultiple use vapes?”. He was totally confused. Didn;t know what I was talking about but he did go under the counter to bring out single use vapes which were and still are illegal to sell. I said “no, not those” thanked him and left the shop.
Fer cry’s sale. It is in a local mall. The police regularly go there for coffe and snacks

For most of my life there was only ever the one dedicated tobacconist, now there are are half a dozen.

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Date: 3/07/2025 13:16:35
From: roughbarked
ID: 2297464
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Divine Angel said:


Cymek said:

Illegal cigarettes sales.

Haven’t had that before

I know from smokers they are sold under the counter.

Lot of money to be made going by what I just read.

I’ve seen tons of these boxes lying around. Figured they were illegal sales, and Reddit confirmed it.

They sell plain label Marlboro too.

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Date: 3/07/2025 13:17:16
From: roughbarked
ID: 2297465
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Peak Warming Man said:


Bubblecar said:

Bogsnorkler said:

Haven’t seen SCIENCE for a while either.

In his last post nearly two weeks ago, he mentioned he’s off to do something that’s more fun.

But he’ll presumably be back.

He…………….he might have died.

That could be more fun?

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Date: 3/07/2025 13:23:46
From: dv
ID: 2297466
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

They might be in the non dead category like DA.

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Date: 3/07/2025 13:30:57
From: Michael V
ID: 2297468
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

ruby said:


Arts said:

The Rev Dodgson said:

Tuesday was pretty wet here, and really pissed down in some places near by.

Plenty of rain yesterday, but nothing out of the ordinary.

ABC is telling me it’s chaos over there.. so don’t be modest

It has been a fun couple of days in my little corner of NSW.
The grandkids decided they should heed the warnings and stay home from school on Tuesday, so I spent the day with them. Their house is just behind this-

I left their place as the tin went off. Some hefty branches down on my road as I came home.
Grand daughter went to school yesterday, only to find the school closed after a number of trees came down on it, so she came to my place. Because I had power and theirs was still out.
A nearby friend has large trees down, one over the driveway stopping her going out.
I’m waiting to see how my beach buddies overlooking the beach went. They are not the wankers on the Wamberal dunes who are whinging about not being able to build their great big beautiful wall (which will likely create more problems with the two adjoining lagoon systems)

Bl-oo-dy!

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Date: 3/07/2025 13:34:24
From: Michael V
ID: 2297471
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Arts said:


ruby said:

The Rev Dodgson said:

Seems I may have understated things a little, Hornsby actually made the news.

“Residents in Sydney’s south-west are warned to prepare to evacuate as unrelenting rainfall causes flash flooding and chaos across the city. 
Sydney Olympic Park and North Parramatta both recorded 118mm of rainfall, Hornsby recorded 116mm and Auburn recorded 115mm in the 24 hours to 9am today.”

The radar map was showing about 250 mm over the Blue Mountains, so I don’t know why they didn’t mention that.

Also we had a branch fall on the power line to our hose overnight, Tue/Wed, so we had the emergency Ausgrid people out to fix it, but they did a great job and all fixed with only a couple of hours without power.

They predicted the coast was going to cop the most rain, I was surprised to see inland areas got more. Didn’t get the usual coastal thunderstorm which helped keep the total down.
Ausgrid were right onto the power outages here too. And the SES are fabulous. I heard the chainsaws going round 8 last night. Legends.

I really enjoyed my time in the SES, it was a bit exciting to be out in a storm on someone’s rooftop trying to tarp it over. just being out in that weather is quite the thrill.

I agree!

:)

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Date: 3/07/2025 13:36:51
From: Michael V
ID: 2297472
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Peak Warming Man said:


Still no egg.

Roger.

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Date: 3/07/2025 13:53:30
From: Bubblecar
ID: 2297481
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Now waiting at the GP.

They’ve completely rearranged the reception and waiting areas.

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Date: 3/07/2025 13:54:45
From: Michael V
ID: 2297482
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Bubblecar said:


Now waiting at the GP.

They’ve completely rearranged the reception and waiting areas.

For better, or for worse?

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Date: 3/07/2025 13:57:50
From: Bubblecar
ID: 2297484
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Michael V said:


Bubblecar said:

Now waiting at the GP.

They’ve completely rearranged the reception and waiting areas.

For better, or for worse?

Looks a bit random. I think it’s only temporary while other alterations are being done.

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Date: 3/07/2025 13:58:41
From: kii
ID: 2297485
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

The Rev Dodgson said:


kii said:

The Rev Dodgson said:

… so that’s something to be happy about.

Why? I like how they don’t colour in between the lines.

I don’t know what that means.

He treats any and all disagreements with anything he says as a personal insult, and responds with real personal insults, making all discussion of anything absolutely pointless.

I rarely read any of his posts past the first few lines. I just enjoyed watching you guys get your knickers in a knot.

Plus he thinks that DO is a manipulative fuckwit.

Coloring outside the lines means non-conforming.
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Date: 3/07/2025 14:14:49
From: Peak Warming Man
ID: 2297491
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

I took the time to rewatch Thanks For You’re Time, I’m glad I did.

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Date: 3/07/2025 14:16:45
From: Peak Warming Man
ID: 2297492
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Peak Warming Man said:


I took the time to rewatch Thanks For You’re Time, I’m glad I did.

Your.

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Date: 3/07/2025 14:17:14
From: roughbarked
ID: 2297493
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

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Date: 3/07/2025 14:18:05
From: roughbarked
ID: 2297495
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Peak Warming Man said:


Peak Warming Man said:

I took the time to rewatch Thanks For You’re Time, I’m glad I did.

Your.

John Clarke?

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Date: 3/07/2025 14:20:20
From: dv
ID: 2297496
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

roughbarked said:



I was just about to post this. Hopefully it can be studied in some detail.

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Date: 3/07/2025 14:24:24
From: roughbarked
ID: 2297497
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

dv said:


roughbarked said:


I was just about to post this. Hopefully it can be studied in some detail.

Yes. A lot of eyes will be on it.

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Date: 3/07/2025 14:26:19
From: roughbarked
ID: 2297498
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

In the background; Supertunnels on SBS. :)

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Date: 3/07/2025 14:27:19
From: roughbarked
ID: 2297499
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

roughbarked said:


dv said:

roughbarked said:


I was just about to post this. Hopefully it can be studied in some detail.

Yes. A lot of eyes will be on it.

The object appears to be hurtling towards our Sun at about 60 kilometres a second.

“This thing is coming in at such an incredible speed that absolutely nothing in the Solar System could have caused this,” Jonti Horner, an astronomer at the University of Southern Queensland, said. Link

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Date: 3/07/2025 14:28:37
From: Peak Warming Man
ID: 2297500
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

roughbarked said:


Peak Warming Man said:

Peak Warming Man said:

I took the time to rewatch Thanks For You’re Time, I’m glad I did.

Your.

John Clarke?

Yep.

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Date: 3/07/2025 14:32:47
From: Cymek
ID: 2297502
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

dv said:


roughbarked said:


I was just about to post this. Hopefully it can be studied in some detail.

I wonder if its within our capability to catch up with it and land a probe that goes along with the ride.

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Date: 3/07/2025 14:34:23
From: Bogsnorkler
ID: 2297503
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

https://www.abc.net.au/news/2025-07-02/was-loud-mildura-bang-an-explosion-meteor-quake-or-sonic-boom/105485174

Link

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Date: 3/07/2025 14:34:34
From: Cymek
ID: 2297504
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Cymek said:


dv said:

roughbarked said:


I was just about to post this. Hopefully it can be studied in some detail.

I wonder if its within our capability to catch up with it and land a probe that goes along with the ride.

Not at the speed mentioned I suspect

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Date: 3/07/2025 14:37:57
From: The Rev Dodgson
ID: 2297505
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

roughbarked said:


roughbarked said:

dv said:

I was just about to post this. Hopefully it can be studied in some detail.

Yes. A lot of eyes will be on it.

The object appears to be hurtling towards our Sun at about 60 kilometres a second.

“This thing is coming in at such an incredible speed that absolutely nothing in the Solar System could have caused this,” Jonti Horner, an astronomer at the University of Southern Queensland, said. Link

So about twice as fast as the speed of the Earth around the Sun.

Doesn’t seem that fast.

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Date: 3/07/2025 14:39:06
From: Bogsnorkler
ID: 2297506
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Cymek said:


dv said:

roughbarked said:


I was just about to post this. Hopefully it can be studied in some detail.

I wonder if its within our capability to catch up with it and land a probe that goes along with the ride.

new horizon spacecraft is our fastest probe and that is going at 23kps. relative to the Sun.

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Date: 3/07/2025 15:09:19
From: Bubblecar
ID: 2297508
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

BACK. It was a very helpful female doctor this time, called Alex :)

She was certainly a lot more use in regard to my poor lower legs than the other GPs I’ve seen.

She doesn’t think I need ABs at this stage but wrote a script in case it gets worse.

But she also prescribed steroid cream for the varicose eczema, and tablets to help reduce the fluids.

And printed out some information sheets for me about this leg condition. So 10/10.

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Date: 3/07/2025 15:09:56
From: Divine Angel
ID: 2297509
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

We met rabbits! The black one and the white one were the same ones we saw at Redcliffe Show last weekend, but the giant Flemish was new. They had their permit taped to the gate lol. Quite busy at the library to see them. Our tickets were 61-63 and when we left they were up to mid nineties.


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Date: 3/07/2025 15:10:39
From: Divine Angel
ID: 2297510
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Bubblecar said:


BACK. It was a very helpful female doctor this time, called Alex :)

She was certainly a lot more use in regard to my poor lower legs than the other GPs I’ve seen.

She doesn’t think I need ABs at this stage but wrote a script in case it gets worse.

But she also prescribed steroid cream for the varicose eczema, and tablets to help reduce the fluids.

And printed out some information sheets for me about this leg condition. So 10/10.

Sounds like a good visit. Glad you don’t require amputation.

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Date: 3/07/2025 15:15:03
From: Bubblecar
ID: 2297511
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Divine Angel said:


We met rabbits! The black one and the white one were the same ones we saw at Redcliffe Show last weekend, but the giant Flemish was new. They had their permit taped to the gate lol. Quite busy at the library to see them. Our tickets were 61-63 and when we left they were up to mid nineties.



Heh. Did Mini Me get to hold the giant one?

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Date: 3/07/2025 15:20:44
From: Bubblecar
ID: 2297514
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Time for a pint of cream ale by the Hobart Brewing Co.

“Refreshing and bright, a simple beer for all occasions. Full flavour with a thirst quenching low level bitterness and a crisp finish.”

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Date: 3/07/2025 15:21:15
From: Divine Angel
ID: 2297515
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Bubblecar said:


Divine Angel said:

We met rabbits! The black one and the white one were the same ones we saw at Redcliffe Show last weekend, but the giant Flemish was new. They had their permit taped to the gate lol. Quite busy at the library to see them. Our tickets were 61-63 and when we left they were up to mid nineties.



Heh. Did Mini Me get to hold the giant one?

No holdies. Kids can be unpredictable and rabbits can get fed up.

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Date: 3/07/2025 15:22:07
From: Bubblecar
ID: 2297517
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Divine Angel said:


Bubblecar said:

Divine Angel said:

We met rabbits! The black one and the white one were the same ones we saw at Redcliffe Show last weekend, but the giant Flemish was new. They had their permit taped to the gate lol. Quite busy at the library to see them. Our tickets were 61-63 and when we left they were up to mid nineties.



Heh. Did Mini Me get to hold the giant one?

No holdies. Kids can be unpredictable and rabbits can get fed up.

Ah. I thought the event was called “Hold a rabbit”.

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Date: 3/07/2025 15:23:25
From: roughbarked
ID: 2297518
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Bubblecar said:


Time for a pint of cream ale by the Hobart Brewing Co.

“Refreshing and bright, a simple beer for all occasions. Full flavour with a thirst quenching low level bitterness and a crisp finish.”


What is the alch/vol?

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Date: 3/07/2025 15:24:52
From: roughbarked
ID: 2297519
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Bubblecar said:


Divine Angel said:

Bubblecar said:

Heh. Did Mini Me get to hold the giant one?

No holdies. Kids can be unpredictable and rabbits can get fed up.

Ah. I thought the event was called “Hold a rabbit”.

Even tame rabbits can be like a wild animal. They can be quite dangerous, even as kittens.

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Date: 3/07/2025 15:27:19
From: Bubblecar
ID: 2297520
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

roughbarked said:


Bubblecar said:

Time for a pint of cream ale by the Hobart Brewing Co.

“Refreshing and bright, a simple beer for all occasions. Full flavour with a thirst quenching low level bitterness and a crisp finish.”


What is the alch/vol?

4.8%

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Date: 3/07/2025 15:28:57
From: Divine Angel
ID: 2297522
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Bubblecar said:


Divine Angel said:

Bubblecar said:

Heh. Did Mini Me get to hold the giant one?

No holdies. Kids can be unpredictable and rabbits can get fed up.

Ah. I thought the event was called “Hold a rabbit”.


Dunno, catchy name? Anyway they wouldn’t let anyone hold the rabbits.

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Date: 3/07/2025 15:29:39
From: roughbarked
ID: 2297523
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Bubblecar said:


roughbarked said:

Bubblecar said:

Time for a pint of cream ale by the Hobart Brewing Co.

“Refreshing and bright, a simple beer for all occasions. Full flavour with a thirst quenching low level bitterness and a crisp finish.”


What is the alch/vol?

4.8%

That’s a respectable level. A six pack woould be like eight VB/s.

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Date: 3/07/2025 15:30:47
From: Cymek
ID: 2297525
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

roughbarked said:


Bubblecar said:

Divine Angel said:

No holdies. Kids can be unpredictable and rabbits can get fed up.

Ah. I thought the event was called “Hold a rabbit”.

Even tame rabbits can be like a wild animal. They can be quite dangerous, even as kittens.

Even just when they get annoyed when being held and kick off and scratch.

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Date: 3/07/2025 15:31:11
From: roughbarked
ID: 2297526
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Divine Angel said:


Bubblecar said:

Divine Angel said:

No holdies. Kids can be unpredictable and rabbits can get fed up.

Ah. I thought the event was called “Hold a rabbit”.


Dunno, catchy name? Anyway they wouldn’t let anyone hold the rabbits.

Horrible scratchy bitey things.

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Date: 3/07/2025 15:39:33
From: Michael V
ID: 2297531
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Bubblecar said:


BACK. It was a very helpful female doctor this time, called Alex :)

She was certainly a lot more use in regard to my poor lower legs than the other GPs I’ve seen.

She doesn’t think I need ABs at this stage but wrote a script in case it gets worse.

But she also prescribed steroid cream for the varicose eczema, and tablets to help reduce the fluids.

And printed out some information sheets for me about this leg condition. So 10/10.

What’s wrong with your legs?

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Date: 3/07/2025 15:40:12
From: Michael V
ID: 2297532
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Divine Angel said:


We met rabbits! The black one and the white one were the same ones we saw at Redcliffe Show last weekend, but the giant Flemish was new. They had their permit taped to the gate lol. Quite busy at the library to see them. Our tickets were 61-63 and when we left they were up to mid nineties.



Noice.

:)

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Date: 3/07/2025 15:43:47
From: Bubblecar
ID: 2297534
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Michael V said:


Bubblecar said:

BACK. It was a very helpful female doctor this time, called Alex :)

She was certainly a lot more use in regard to my poor lower legs than the other GPs I’ve seen.

She doesn’t think I need ABs at this stage but wrote a script in case it gets worse.

But she also prescribed steroid cream for the varicose eczema, and tablets to help reduce the fluids.

And printed out some information sheets for me about this leg condition. So 10/10.

What’s wrong with your legs?

Venous eczema with fluid retention and some ulceration. Particularly bad in the left leg.

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Date: 3/07/2025 15:44:00
From: Divine Angel
ID: 2297535
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

roughbarked said:


Divine Angel said:

Bubblecar said:

Ah. I thought the event was called “Hold a rabbit”.


Dunno, catchy name? Anyway they wouldn’t let anyone hold the rabbits.

Horrible scratchy bitey things.

And then there’s the rabbits

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Date: 3/07/2025 15:46:46
From: Peak Warming Man
ID: 2297536
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Bubblecar said:


Michael V said:

Bubblecar said:

BACK. It was a very helpful female doctor this time, called Alex :)

She was certainly a lot more use in regard to my poor lower legs than the other GPs I’ve seen.

She doesn’t think I need ABs at this stage but wrote a script in case it gets worse.

But she also prescribed steroid cream for the varicose eczema, and tablets to help reduce the fluids.

And printed out some information sheets for me about this leg condition. So 10/10.

What’s wrong with your legs?

Venous eczema with fluid retention and some ulceration. Particularly bad in the left leg.

They kept cutting back Stumpys leg.

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Date: 3/07/2025 16:05:38
From: Divine Angel
ID: 2297545
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

His hats must look like bathroom sinks.

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Date: 3/07/2025 16:07:03
From: Cymek
ID: 2297546
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Divine Angel said:


His hats must look like bathroom sinks.


His mum “I know”

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Date: 3/07/2025 16:07:59
From: Divine Angel
ID: 2297547
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Arts, maybe you can answer this. The Melbourne child care sex offender has been named. It’s my understanding that child sex offenders are not named for various reasons. Why is this guy’s name allowed to be published?

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Date: 3/07/2025 16:14:10
From: Arts
ID: 2297552
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Divine Angel said:


Arts, maybe you can answer this. The Melbourne child care sex offender has been named. It’s my understanding that child sex offenders are not named for various reasons. Why is this guy’s name allowed to be published?

as I understand it, his name was originally suppressed.. so I don’t know why they have named him now, maybe they got a lifting so they could identify other potential victims.. the alleged offender worked in a number of places perhaps.

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Date: 3/07/2025 16:20:02
From: Michael V
ID: 2297557
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Bubblecar said:


Michael V said:

Bubblecar said:

BACK. It was a very helpful female doctor this time, called Alex :)

She was certainly a lot more use in regard to my poor lower legs than the other GPs I’ve seen.

She doesn’t think I need ABs at this stage but wrote a script in case it gets worse.

But she also prescribed steroid cream for the varicose eczema, and tablets to help reduce the fluids.

And printed out some information sheets for me about this leg condition. So 10/10.

What’s wrong with your legs?

Venous eczema with fluid retention and some ulceration. Particularly bad in the left leg.

Bugger. Hope the treatment works.

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Date: 3/07/2025 16:20:03
From: fsm
ID: 2297558
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Arts said:


Divine Angel said:

Arts, maybe you can answer this. The Melbourne child care sex offender has been named. It’s my understanding that child sex offenders are not named for various reasons. Why is this guy’s name allowed to be published?

as I understand it, his name was originally suppressed.. so I don’t know why they have named him now, maybe they got a lifting so they could identify other potential victims.. the alleged offender worked in a number of places perhaps.

They have a second one who has also been named…

“Police have revealed fresh details about the allegations surrounding a second man charged with child sexual offences, following Tuesday’s revelation of the alleged large-scale sexual abuse of children at Victorian childcare centres.

The allegations against the second man, Michael Simon Wilson, stem from the probe into childcare worker Joshua Brown.”

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Date: 3/07/2025 16:21:47
From: Arts
ID: 2297559
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

fsm said:


Arts said:

Divine Angel said:

Arts, maybe you can answer this. The Melbourne child care sex offender has been named. It’s my understanding that child sex offenders are not named for various reasons. Why is this guy’s name allowed to be published?

as I understand it, his name was originally suppressed.. so I don’t know why they have named him now, maybe they got a lifting so they could identify other potential victims.. the alleged offender worked in a number of places perhaps.

They have a second one who has also been named…

“Police have revealed fresh details about the allegations surrounding a second man charged with child sexual offences, following Tuesday’s revelation of the alleged large-scale sexual abuse of children at Victorian childcare centres.

The allegations against the second man, Michael Simon Wilson, stem from the probe into childcare worker Joshua Brown.”

maybe they are trying to break out a ring… naming names makes others scared and that causes an action – perhaps they are watching known associates

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Date: 3/07/2025 16:28:01
From: Divine Angel
ID: 2297563
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Arts said:


fsm said:

Arts said:

as I understand it, his name was originally suppressed.. so I don’t know why they have named him now, maybe they got a lifting so they could identify other potential victims.. the alleged offender worked in a number of places perhaps.

They have a second one who has also been named…

“Police have revealed fresh details about the allegations surrounding a second man charged with child sexual offences, following Tuesday’s revelation of the alleged large-scale sexual abuse of children at Victorian childcare centres.

The allegations against the second man, Michael Simon Wilson, stem from the probe into childcare worker Joshua Brown.”

maybe they are trying to break out a ring… naming names makes others scared and that causes an action – perhaps they are watching known associates

I’ve heard everything from testing 1200 kids for STDs to charges of bestiality to contaminating food… completely disgusting. I can’t imagine how horrified and angry the parents must be. Creates a cycle of trauma for everyone. Not wanting to leave kids with others, kids not trusting adults, childcare centres all over the country needing public relations teams to reassure parents they’re fine…

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Date: 3/07/2025 16:34:51
From: Arts
ID: 2297565
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Divine Angel said:


Arts said:

fsm said:

They have a second one who has also been named…

“Police have revealed fresh details about the allegations surrounding a second man charged with child sexual offences, following Tuesday’s revelation of the alleged large-scale sexual abuse of children at Victorian childcare centres.

The allegations against the second man, Michael Simon Wilson, stem from the probe into childcare worker Joshua Brown.”

maybe they are trying to break out a ring… naming names makes others scared and that causes an action – perhaps they are watching known associates

I’ve heard everything from testing 1200 kids for STDs to charges of bestiality to contaminating food… completely disgusting. I can’t imagine how horrified and angry the parents must be. Creates a cycle of trauma for everyone. Not wanting to leave kids with others, kids not trusting adults, childcare centres all over the country needing public relations teams to reassure parents they’re fine…

vic pol said this:

On 12 May, police arrested and charged 26-year-old Point Cook man Joshua Brown with over 70 offences including:

Sexual Penetration of a Child Under 12
Attempted Sexual Penetration of a Child Under 12
Sexual Assault of a Child Under 16
Sexual Activity in Presence of a Child Under 16
Produce Child Abuse Material for use through a carriage service
Use Carriage Service to Transmit Child Abuse Material
Possess Child Abuse Material for Use Through a Carriage Service
Recklessly Contaminate Goods to Cause Alarm or Anxiety
Use Carriage Service to Offend
Use Carriage Service to Cause Child Abuse Material to be Transmitted to Self.

over eight victims

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Date: 3/07/2025 16:55:12
From: Bogsnorkler
ID: 2297573
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

iteroparous

PRONUNCIATION:
(IT-uh-ro-PAR-uhs)

MEANING:
adjective: Reproducing multiple times in one’s lifetime.

ETYMOLOGY:
From Latin iterum (again) + -parous (producing). Earliest documented use: 1954.

NOTES:
The spirit of being iteroparous is saying, “That was fun, let’s do it again!” (reproductively speaking). The opposite is semelparous: the one-and-done approach.

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Date: 3/07/2025 17:17:37
From: Divine Angel
ID: 2297580
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Try as I might, I cannot add the purple links on my ipad. Have to use the laptop. Anyhoo…

Selfie background fails

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Date: 3/07/2025 17:19:34
From: Bubblecar
ID: 2297581
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Divine Angel said:


Try as I might, I cannot add the purple links on my ipad. Have to use the laptop. Anyhoo…

Selfie background fails


Wonder how Hopey’s doing in the big wide world these days.

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Date: 3/07/2025 17:22:52
From: Divine Angel
ID: 2297582
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Bubblecar said:


Divine Angel said:

Try as I might, I cannot add the purple links on my ipad. Have to use the laptop. Anyhoo…

Selfie background fails


Wonder how Hopey’s doing in the big wide world these days.

Being famous and all, probably flanked by bodyguards livin the high life with drugs and strippers.

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Date: 3/07/2025 17:35:39
From: Michael V
ID: 2297584
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Bogsnorkler said:

iteroparous

PRONUNCIATION:
(IT-uh-ro-PAR-uhs)

MEANING:
adjective: Reproducing multiple times in one’s lifetime.

ETYMOLOGY:
From Latin iterum (again) + -parous (producing). Earliest documented use: 1954.

NOTES:
The spirit of being iteroparous is saying, “That was fun, let’s do it again!” (reproductively speaking). The opposite is semelparous: the one-and-done approach.

TIL.

Now to remember…

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Date: 3/07/2025 17:42:53
From: Michael V
ID: 2297586
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Divine Angel said:


Try as I might, I cannot add the purple links on my ipad. Have to use the laptop. Anyhoo…

Selfie background fails


:)

I never met Hopey, although we lived in the same town and travelled in similar circles. Mrs V made a costume for him when he was in a musical. At that time, the Armidale Musical /Society and the Amidale Theatre Club were separate entities, although there was a tremendous overlap of people.

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Date: 3/07/2025 17:57:37
From: Peak Warming Man
ID: 2297588
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

A perfect half moon out there.

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Date: 3/07/2025 18:03:17
From: Peak Warming Man
ID: 2297590
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Did you get this in your inbox Buffy?

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Date: 3/07/2025 18:22:09
From: buffy
ID: 2297591
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Peak Warming Man said:


Did you get this in your inbox Buffy?

I probably did. That sort of thing pops up on my iNaturalist dashboard. I limit what I look at though. Very deep in fungi at the moment and a few of the Spring flowers are starting to pop up already, but not over in my part of the state where we are still droughty.

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Date: 3/07/2025 18:23:18
From: Arts
ID: 2297592
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

I just watched an ad for a company that will send a kit to your loved one’s funeral director so they can remove the skin with any tattoos in order for this company to preserve and frame the tattoo as a momento you can keep forever…

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Date: 3/07/2025 18:25:11
From: Bogsnorkler
ID: 2297593
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Arts said:


I just watched an ad for a company that will send a kit to your loved one’s funeral director so they can remove the skin with any tattoos in order for this company to preserve and frame the tattoo as a momento you can keep forever…

make a lampshade.

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Date: 3/07/2025 18:25:17
From: Michael V
ID: 2297594
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Arts said:


I just watched an ad for a company that will send a kit to your loved one’s funeral director so they can remove the skin with any tattoos in order for this company to preserve and frame the tattoo as a momento you can keep forever…

Chunders.

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Date: 3/07/2025 18:25:47
From: Peak Warming Man
ID: 2297595
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Arts said:


I just watched an ad for a company that will send a kit to your loved one’s funeral director so they can remove the skin with any tattoos in order for this company to preserve and frame the tattoo as a momento you can keep forever…

Yuk.

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Date: 3/07/2025 18:26:40
From: Arts
ID: 2297597
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Bogsnorkler said:


Arts said:

I just watched an ad for a company that will send a kit to your loved one’s funeral director so they can remove the skin with any tattoos in order for this company to preserve and frame the tattoo as a momento you can keep forever…

make a lampshade.

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Date: 3/07/2025 18:27:13
From: Michael V
ID: 2297598
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Bogsnorkler said:


Arts said:

I just watched an ad for a company that will send a kit to your loved one’s funeral director so they can remove the skin with any tattoos in order for this company to preserve and frame the tattoo as a momento you can keep forever…

make a lampshade.

I thought that that stopped in 1945.

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Date: 3/07/2025 18:28:45
From: Divine Angel
ID: 2297599
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Arts said:


I just watched an ad for a company that will send a kit to your loved one’s funeral director so they can remove the skin with any tattoos in order for this company to preserve and frame the tattoo as a momento you can keep forever…

Look, I get it, but… eww

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Date: 3/07/2025 18:30:24
From: Arts
ID: 2297600
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

I’m just not a fan of keeping any biological material from humans at all… it’s too close to trophy taking which I cannot separate from serial killer behaviours

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Date: 3/07/2025 18:31:11
From: Bogsnorkler
ID: 2297601
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Divine Angel said:


Arts said:

I just watched an ad for a company that will send a kit to your loved one’s funeral director so they can remove the skin with any tattoos in order for this company to preserve and frame the tattoo as a momento you can keep forever…

Look, I get it, but… eww

…so we tanned his hide when i died, Clyde…

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Date: 3/07/2025 18:36:48
From: Divine Angel
ID: 2297602
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

*walks into someone’s house

Me: what an unusual piece of art!

Them: thanks, it’s my late wife’s tramp stamp tattoo

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Date: 3/07/2025 18:46:08
From: Woodie
ID: 2297606
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Peak Warming Man said:


A perfect half moon out there.

Where did the other half go?? hehehehehe

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Date: 3/07/2025 18:50:15
From: captain_spalding
ID: 2297610
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Captain Spalding returns from hospital duties to the welcoming embrace of the Forum:

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Date: 3/07/2025 18:51:42
From: Divine Angel
ID: 2297612
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Car’s AI living room reminds me of friends of parents’ lounge room. Not quite the wallpaper style but what I remember most was this painting which scared me as a kid.

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Man_with_the_Golden_Helmet

Next time we get to TMI Tuesday, I have a story about them. It’s ok, they’re both long dead and none of you knew them anyway.

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Date: 3/07/2025 18:52:10
From: party_pants
ID: 2297613
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Arts said:


I just watched an ad for a company that will send a kit to your loved one’s funeral director so they can remove the skin with any tattoos in order for this company to preserve and frame the tattoo as a momento you can keep forever…

Oh gawd no. I’ve never seen a tattoo that I liked on a living human, let alone wanted to keep it when they’re deaded.

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Date: 3/07/2025 18:52:53
From: Peak Warming Man
ID: 2297614
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

captain_spalding said:


Captain Spalding returns from hospital duties to the welcoming embrace of the Forum:


Get the fatted calf.

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Date: 3/07/2025 18:54:19
From: captain_spalding
ID: 2297617
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Divine Angel said:


Car’s AI living room reminds me of friends of parents’ lounge room. Not quite the wallpaper style but what I remember most was this painting which scared me as a kid.

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Man_with_the_Golden_Helmet

Next time we get to TMI Tuesday, I have a story about them. It’s ok, they’re both long dead and none of you knew them anyway.

Difficult to see how a picture of an old bloke with what looks like a fireside utensil from Copperart on his head would scare you, but, everyone has their own terrors.

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Date: 3/07/2025 18:54:23
From: Woodie
ID: 2297618
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Footy tip are all very one sided this week, Mr Panty Parts. I heard it’s top 8 v/s bottom eight.

I went with the flow.

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Date: 3/07/2025 18:54:32
From: Bubblecar
ID: 2297619
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

captain_spalding said:


Captain Spalding returns from hospital duties to the welcoming embrace of the Forum:


How’s she doin’ today?

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Date: 3/07/2025 18:55:28
From: Divine Angel
ID: 2297622
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

captain_spalding said:


Divine Angel said:

Car’s AI living room reminds me of friends of parents’ lounge room. Not quite the wallpaper style but what I remember most was this painting which scared me as a kid.

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Man_with_the_Golden_Helmet

Next time we get to TMI Tuesday, I have a story about them. It’s ok, they’re both long dead and none of you knew them anyway.

Difficult to see how a picture of an old bloke with what looks like a fireside utensil from Copperart on his head would scare you, but, everyone has their own terrors.

Mrs Mac from Hey Hey It’s Saturday gave me nightmares too lol

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Date: 3/07/2025 18:56:17
From: captain_spalding
ID: 2297623
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Peak Warming Man said:


captain_spalding said:

Captain Spalding returns from hospital duties to the welcoming embrace of the Forum:


Get the fatted calf.

It’s there.

Thinking ‘yeah, it’s great to see you, and all that, kid, but really? you folks couldn’t, like, go down to the fish shop and get a big order of seafood baskets or something?’.

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Date: 3/07/2025 18:58:34
From: Peak Warming Man
ID: 2297625
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

captain_spalding said:


Peak Warming Man said:

captain_spalding said:

Captain Spalding returns from hospital duties to the welcoming embrace of the Forum:


Get the fatted calf.

It’s there.

Thinking ‘yeah, it’s great to see you, and all that, kid, but really? you folks couldn’t, like, go down to the fish shop and get a big order of seafood baskets or something?’.

So it is.

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Date: 3/07/2025 19:02:38
From: captain_spalding
ID: 2297627
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Bubblecar said:


captain_spalding said:

Captain Spalding returns from hospital duties to the welcoming embrace of the Forum:


How’s she doin’ today?

Bad morning. Terrible pain. She rang me just as i was dressing to go there, in sufficient pain as to make her mostly unintelligible.

However, steady improvement through the day. Pain relief, and some physio which entailed her walking (with the aid of suitable equipment) for a reasonable distance. Did better at that than i thought she would.

Is more able to shift herself in bed, sit up in the chair for lengthy intervals. Had a not-so-bad afternoon, some naps and dozing included.

I rang her after i got home and squeezed a walk for the Wolf into the last moments of daylight, and she sounded pretty good, best she’s been for a week, reasonably comfortable, had eaten most of her dinner.

Better days ahead, starting tomorrow.

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Date: 3/07/2025 19:03:40
From: party_pants
ID: 2297628
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Woodie said:


Footy tip are all very one sided this week, Mr Panty Parts. I heard it’s top 8 v/s bottom eight.

I went with the flow.

Me too. Still undecided on Swannies and Freo. but all the rest seems obvious. There may be an upset of two, but not really predictable.

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Date: 3/07/2025 19:04:07
From: Divine Angel
ID: 2297629
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Hopefully she has a good night.

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Date: 3/07/2025 19:05:00
From: captain_spalding
ID: 2297631
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Divine Angel said:


Hopefully she has a good night.

Thanks.

Slept pretty well last night, and she’ll probably be ok tonight, too.

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Date: 3/07/2025 19:08:00
From: Bubblecar
ID: 2297635
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

captain_spalding said:


Bubblecar said:

captain_spalding said:

Captain Spalding returns from hospital duties to the welcoming embrace of the Forum:


How’s she doin’ today?

Bad morning. Terrible pain. She rang me just as i was dressing to go there, in sufficient pain as to make her mostly unintelligible.

However, steady improvement through the day. Pain relief, and some physio which entailed her walking (with the aid of suitable equipment) for a reasonable distance. Did better at that than i thought she would.

Is more able to shift herself in bed, sit up in the chair for lengthy intervals. Had a not-so-bad afternoon, some naps and dozing included.

I rang her after i got home and squeezed a walk for the Wolf into the last moments of daylight, and she sounded pretty good, best she’s been for a week, reasonably comfortable, had eaten most of her dinner.

Better days ahead, starting tomorrow.

Steady improvement is good to hear. Hopefully a better start to the day tomorrow.

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Date: 3/07/2025 19:08:28
From: Kingy
ID: 2297636
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Just got home from work and now heading out to a meeting. Amazingly enough, this one is not about fire.

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Date: 3/07/2025 19:10:27
From: Peak Warming Man
ID: 2297640
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

captain_spalding said:


Bubblecar said:

captain_spalding said:

Captain Spalding returns from hospital duties to the welcoming embrace of the Forum:


How’s she doin’ today?

Bad morning. Terrible pain. She rang me just as i was dressing to go there, in sufficient pain as to make her mostly unintelligible.

However, steady improvement through the day. Pain relief, and some physio which entailed her walking (with the aid of suitable equipment) for a reasonable distance. Did better at that than i thought she would.

Is more able to shift herself in bed, sit up in the chair for lengthy intervals. Had a not-so-bad afternoon, some naps and dozing included.

I rang her after i got home and squeezed a walk for the Wolf into the last moments of daylight, and she sounded pretty good, best she’s been for a week, reasonably comfortable, had eaten most of her dinner.

Better days ahead, starting tomorrow.

That missive didn’t start out well but got better towards the end.
Best wishes for Mrs CS.

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Date: 3/07/2025 19:11:36
From: Peak Warming Man
ID: 2297641
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Kingy said:


Just got home from work and now heading out to a meeting. Amazingly enough, this one is not about fire.

Does it involve lighted torches though.

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Date: 3/07/2025 19:29:42
From: buffy
ID: 2297652
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

I’m off to watch some TV.

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Date: 3/07/2025 19:33:11
From: Bogsnorkler
ID: 2297654
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

My birthday is soon…

https://www.vevor.com.au/medical-teaching-model-c_11072/vevor-male-female-manikin-model-anatomical-nursing-training-patient-care-teach-p_010902432286

Link

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Date: 3/07/2025 19:36:15
From: Peak Warming Man
ID: 2297657
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

buffy said:


I’m off to watch some TV.

Yea, that should be alright.

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Date: 3/07/2025 19:40:24
From: Divine Angel
ID: 2297660
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Peak Warming Man said:


buffy said:

I’m off to watch some TV.

Yea, that should be alright.

Tonight we’re watching the thrilling conclusion to Squid Game.

I made a prediction after S3E2 so we’ll see how close I was.

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Date: 3/07/2025 20:59:08
From: Michael V
ID: 2297668
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

captain_spalding said:


Captain Spalding returns from hospital duties to the welcoming embrace of the Forum:


How’s Mrs S travelling?

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Date: 3/07/2025 21:05:17
From: Michael V
ID: 2297669
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Divine Angel said:


captain_spalding said:

Divine Angel said:

Car’s AI living room reminds me of friends of parents’ lounge room. Not quite the wallpaper style but what I remember most was this painting which scared me as a kid.

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Man_with_the_Golden_Helmet

Next time we get to TMI Tuesday, I have a story about them. It’s ok, they’re both long dead and none of you knew them anyway.

Difficult to see how a picture of an old bloke with what looks like a fireside utensil from Copperart on his head would scare you, but, everyone has their own terrors.

Mrs Mac from Hey Hey It’s Saturday gave me nightmares too lol

Lightbulbs gave me recurring nightmares. So did a little yellow ball. And a tapered coil spring.

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Date: 3/07/2025 21:07:10
From: Michael V
ID: 2297670
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

captain_spalding said:


Bubblecar said:

captain_spalding said:

Captain Spalding returns from hospital duties to the welcoming embrace of the Forum:


How’s she doin’ today?

Bad morning. Terrible pain. She rang me just as i was dressing to go there, in sufficient pain as to make her mostly unintelligible.

However, steady improvement through the day. Pain relief, and some physio which entailed her walking (with the aid of suitable equipment) for a reasonable distance. Did better at that than i thought she would.

Is more able to shift herself in bed, sit up in the chair for lengthy intervals. Had a not-so-bad afternoon, some naps and dozing included.

I rang her after i got home and squeezed a walk for the Wolf into the last moments of daylight, and she sounded pretty good, best she’s been for a week, reasonably comfortable, had eaten most of her dinner.

Better days ahead, starting tomorrow.

OK.

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Date: 3/07/2025 21:09:39
From: Divine Angel
ID: 2297672
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Divine Angel said:


Peak Warming Man said:

buffy said:

I’m off to watch some TV.

Yea, that should be alright.

Tonight we’re watching the thrilling conclusion to Squid Game.

I made a prediction after S3E2 so we’ll see how close I was.

Bingo on the ending of the game. Unimpressed with the ending of the series 😡 Not everything has to be Americanised, you know.

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Date: 3/07/2025 21:11:34
From: Michael V
ID: 2297674
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Peak Warming Man said:


Kingy said:

Just got home from work and now heading out to a meeting. Amazingly enough, this one is not about fire.

Does it involve lighted torches though.

Ha!

:)

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Date: 3/07/2025 21:25:01
From: Michael V
ID: 2297680
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

And, it looks like I have dried the conversation up again.

Sorry.

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Date: 3/07/2025 21:30:18
From: party_pants
ID: 2297681
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Michael V said:


And, it looks like I have dried the conversation up again.

Sorry.

it wasn’t really moving fast at the time, you were just catching up.

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Date: 3/07/2025 21:36:28
From: Divine Angel
ID: 2297682
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Michael V said:


And, it looks like I have dried the conversation up again.

Sorry.

Nope, it beddy byes for me

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Date: 3/07/2025 21:47:36
From: buffy
ID: 2297683
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Michael V said:


And, it looks like I have dried the conversation up again.

Sorry.

I went off to do some identifications of fungi. Now time for bed here.

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Date: 3/07/2025 21:47:54
From: Michael V
ID: 2297685
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

party_pants said:


Michael V said:

And, it looks like I have dried the conversation up again.

Sorry.

it wasn’t really moving fast at the time, you were just catching up.

:)

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Date: 3/07/2025 21:48:35
From: Witty Rejoinder
ID: 2297686
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

For the model train enthusiasts:

..

https://www.news.com.au/national/victoria/news/see-the-incredible-discovery-underneath-newly-bought-home-in-melbournes-northern-suburbs/news-story/93a89f75d7674c1229ad2bdf15c1477c?amp

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Date: 3/07/2025 21:48:56
From: Michael V
ID: 2297687
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Divine Angel said:


Michael V said:

And, it looks like I have dried the conversation up again.

Sorry.

Nope, it beddy byes for me

Should be for me, too, but I am enjoying this jar of Nutella too much.

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Date: 3/07/2025 21:50:53
From: Woodie
ID: 2297688
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Witty Rejoinder said:


For the model train enthusiasts:

..

https://www.news.com.au/national/victoria/news/see-the-incredible-discovery-underneath-newly-bought-home-in-melbournes-northern-suburbs/news-story/93a89f75d7674c1229ad2bdf15c1477c?amp

That was on SBS news the other night. TOOT!!! 🚂🚂🚂🚂🚂🚂

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Date: 3/07/2025 21:54:29
From: Michael V
ID: 2297689
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Woodie said:


Witty Rejoinder said:

For the model train enthusiasts:

..

https://www.news.com.au/national/victoria/news/see-the-incredible-discovery-underneath-newly-bought-home-in-melbournes-northern-suburbs/news-story/93a89f75d7674c1229ad2bdf15c1477c?amp

That was on SBS news the other night. TOOT!!! 🚂🚂🚂🚂🚂🚂

Pretty extensive, it seems.

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Date: 3/07/2025 22:06:50
From: AussieDJ
ID: 2297690
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Woodie said:


Witty Rejoinder said:

For the model train enthusiasts:

..

https://www.news.com.au/national/victoria/news/see-the-incredible-discovery-underneath-newly-bought-home-in-melbournes-northern-suburbs/news-story/93a89f75d7674c1229ad2bdf15c1477c?amp

That was on SBS news the other night. TOOT!!! 🚂🚂🚂🚂🚂🚂

That’s where the story came from. The news.com.au website just lifted it from SBS believing that most of their readers probably don’t watch the channel.
(Gross generalisation, perhaps?)

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Date: 3/07/2025 22:08:24
From: Kingy
ID: 2297691
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Peak Warming Man said:


Kingy said:

Just got home from work and now heading out to a meeting. Amazingly enough, this one is not about fire.

Does it involve lighted torches though.

It got close there for a while.

One of the local developers wants to change an area near town from currently zoned future light industrial to residential, and then stick 420 homes on it.

Some of the locals nimbies are enraged, some want to know how the traffic will work, some want to save the trees, some want to save the roos/possums, & some want to know how the town will deal with the extra services required(power, water, drainage etc).

I’ve been waiting for years for somewhere to operate an earthworks company from, and now the only place within 30 km that had been promised and zoned for it, has now been pulled out from under me. To say that I am unimpressed would be somewhat understated.
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Date: 4/07/2025 01:21:21
From: transition
ID: 2297700
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

I just goes out farm reads couple meter and clean a trough, 4th day july and worrying about sheep out in big paddocks being thirsty, bullshit it is

anyways not much feed but they do have clean water

coffee and snacks in a moment

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Date: 4/07/2025 04:46:11
From: kii
ID: 2297703
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Dozed off while watching the teev.
Woke up with a startle and threw the remote across the room.

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Date: 4/07/2025 05:36:47
From: dv
ID: 2297705
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

kii said:


Dozed off while watching the teev.
Woke up with a startle and threw the remote across the room.

Damn

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Date: 4/07/2025 06:36:42
From: Bubblecar
ID: 2297707
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Morning. Another day of seasonally appropriate weather expected here, max 11, min of 2, mostly sunny.

A reasonable day for washing and hanging towels and bedding.

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Date: 4/07/2025 06:47:12
From: dv
ID: 2297708
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Michael Madsen has died, aged 68. I mostly know him from his work in Tarantino films (Reservoir Dogs, Kill Bill, Once Upon a Time in Hollywood) and also from the Bond movie Die Another Day, and Donnir Brasco.

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Date: 4/07/2025 06:50:16
From: Bubblecar
ID: 2297710
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

dv said:


Michael Madsen has died, aged 68. I mostly know him from his work in Tarantino films (Reservoir Dogs, Kill Bill, Once Upon a Time in Hollywood) and also from the Bond movie Die Another Day, and Donnir Brasco.

Wikipedia reports that he “had a line of hot sauces called American Badass.”

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Date: 4/07/2025 07:05:01
From: Michael V
ID: 2297717
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Good morning everybody.

Sparklingly clear, calm, 10.0° C and 56% RH. A top of 21° C and virtually no chance of rain it the BoM’s forecast. A beautiful winter’s day, or it will be if the wind stays down. Unfortunately we have had moderate to fresh icy winds during the day for the last couple of days, despite the calm starts and finishes to the days. .

Lots of stuff on the list for today.

Yesterday I discovered that (at least) the power circuits in the garage have short-circuited. Presumably water got in during the drenching we got a while back that also short-circuited the hot water system. So that problem may need to be investigated also.

Breakfast will be porridge. I will get the oats soaking soon. Lunch will be cheesy toasted crumpets. Dinner is not decided yet.

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Date: 4/07/2025 07:26:32
From: Divine Angel
ID: 2297723
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

dv said:


Michael Madsen has died, aged 68. I mostly know him from his work in Tarantino films (Reservoir Dogs, Kill Bill, Once Upon a Time in Hollywood) and also from the Bond movie Die Another Day, and Donnir Brasco.

I know him as Susan Sarandon’s boyfriend in Thelma & Louise.

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Date: 4/07/2025 07:28:58
From: Divine Angel
ID: 2297724
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

I don’t know what the apparent temp was overnight, but I was cold. Sunny and clear today, top of 20.

We don’t have any real plans today, but Mr Mutant wants to weed the garden. Please, hold your excitement.

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Date: 4/07/2025 07:37:04
From: roughbarked
ID: 2297725
Subject: re: Chat July 2025


Did miserably.
ABC quiz

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Date: 4/07/2025 07:55:18
From: Divine Angel
ID: 2297728
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

roughbarked said:



Did miserably.
ABC quiz

All the sports ones were guesses, which I got wrong.

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Date: 4/07/2025 08:16:13
From: buffy
ID: 2297730
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Good morning Holidayers. Presently a zero at the back door and sunny. We are forecast 13 degrees with a possible shower developing.

Mr buffy went to the therapy pool this morning (he leaves here at 6.00am for that) and I stayed in bed with a couple of dogs. Usually I don’t drop back off to sleep and I’m up by 6.30 but today I stayed longer, just dozing. Then I moved about 7.30am and my right calf muscle cramped painfully. It’s a loong time since I’ve had a painful muscle cramp. They are no more fun now than they were when I was younger.

When Mr buffy gets back he is going to drive me and my mower to the wetland reserve and then sit and read the paper while I mow for about an hour. It’s easier for me for us both the lift the mower onto the back of the ute than for me to lift it by myself into the back of my hatchback. I can still do it, but I’m not as young as I used to be and by the time I’ve mowed it’s getting more difficult to lift it back in again because my muscles are fatiguing.

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Date: 4/07/2025 08:26:42
From: Divine Angel
ID: 2297731
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Here’s a nomination for Friday Fuckwit: my superannuation.

I want to consolidate my super into Fund B. I submitted a request a month ago, but forgot I got married, and had to provide change of name details for Fund A. Did that, got the email saying everything’s good, we’ll process that for you.

Didn’t consolidate. Got an email Monday night from Fund B that the rollover couldn’t happen, no reason given. Just got an email from Fund A saying they need “a few more details” but I need to call them. So I am talking to a lovely guy named Mark, who is looking at my account saying, “I don’t know what information we need…”

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Date: 4/07/2025 08:32:46
From: The Rev Dodgson
ID: 2297732
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Divine Angel said:


Here’s a nomination for Friday Fuckwit: my superannuation.

I want to consolidate my super into Fund B. I submitted a request a month ago, but forgot I got married, and had to provide change of name details for Fund A. Did that, got the email saying everything’s good, we’ll process that for you.

Didn’t consolidate. Got an email Monday night from Fund B that the rollover couldn’t happen, no reason given. Just got an email from Fund A saying they need “a few more details” but I need to call them. So I am talking to a lovely guy named Mark, who is looking at my account saying, “I don’t know what information we need…”

Friday?

Oh yeah, it is Friday.

For some reason I was running 24 hours behind there.

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Date: 4/07/2025 08:33:55
From: Michael V
ID: 2297733
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Divine Angel said:


Here’s a nomination for Friday Fuckwit: my superannuation.

I want to consolidate my super into Fund B. I submitted a request a month ago, but forgot I got married, and had to provide change of name details for Fund A. Did that, got the email saying everything’s good, we’ll process that for you.

Didn’t consolidate. Got an email Monday night from Fund B that the rollover couldn’t happen, no reason given. Just got an email from Fund A saying they need “a few more details” but I need to call them. So I am talking to a lovely guy named Mark, who is looking at my account saying, “I don’t know what information we need…”

Bloody!

Bureaucracies…

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Date: 4/07/2025 08:51:50
From: Divine Angel
ID: 2297734
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

I eventually got told I need to fill out a rollover form online, but I can’t get into my account because I can’t remember the password. I need to talk to a human to get it reset… So no. I’ll do it through the ATO website to force Fund A to rollover without my input.

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Date: 4/07/2025 08:54:56
From: Tau.Neutrino
ID: 2297735
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Divine Angel said:


I eventually got told I need to fill out a rollover form online, but I can’t get into my account because I can’t remember the password. I need to talk to a human to get it reset… So no. I’ll do it through the ATO website to force Fund A to rollover without my input.

Your just asking for another form.

Don’t go down that road, or there will be more forms.

You’ll get to a point, then it’s forms all the way down.

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Date: 4/07/2025 08:56:07
From: kii
ID: 2297736
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Divine Angel said:


I eventually got told I need to fill out a rollover form online, but I can’t get into my account because I can’t remember the password. I need to talk to a human to get it reset… So no. I’ll do it through the ATO website to force Fund A to rollover without my input.

How did you forget that you got married?

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Date: 4/07/2025 09:04:30
From: Tamb
ID: 2297737
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

buffy said:


Good morning Holidayers. Presently a zero at the back door and sunny. We are forecast 13 degrees with a possible shower developing.

Mr buffy went to the therapy pool this morning (he leaves here at 6.00am for that) and I stayed in bed with a couple of dogs. Usually I don’t drop back off to sleep and I’m up by 6.30 but today I stayed longer, just dozing. Then I moved about 7.30am and my right calf muscle cramped painfully. It’s a loong time since I’ve had a painful muscle cramp. They are no more fun now than they were when I was younger.

When Mr buffy gets back he is going to drive me and my mower to the wetland reserve and then sit and read the paper while I mow for about an hour. It’s easier for me for us both the lift the mower onto the back of the ute than for me to lift it by myself into the back of my hatchback. I can still do it, but I’m not as young as I used to be and by the time I’ve mowed it’s getting more difficult to lift it back in again because my muscles are fatiguing.

Morning all.
I get leg cramp a bit during the cold weather.
I found a product called Amazing Oils Magnesium. It’s a spray which you apply to the cramping muscle. A few seconds later the cramp is gone.

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Date: 4/07/2025 09:05:08
From: Divine Angel
ID: 2297738
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

kii said:


Divine Angel said:

I eventually got told I need to fill out a rollover form online, but I can’t get into my account because I can’t remember the password. I need to talk to a human to get it reset… So no. I’ll do it through the ATO website to force Fund A to rollover without my input.

How did you forget that you got married?

Got married after 13 years together, so when it comes to “have I used this service since I got married and changed my name?” the memory waters get a little muddied.

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Date: 4/07/2025 09:11:08
From: Tamb
ID: 2297740
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

The Rev Dodgson said:


Divine Angel said:

Here’s a nomination for Friday Fuckwit: my superannuation.

I want to consolidate my super into Fund B. I submitted a request a month ago, but forgot I got married, and had to provide change of name details for Fund A. Did that, got the email saying everything’s good, we’ll process that for you.

Didn’t consolidate. Got an email Monday night from Fund B that the rollover couldn’t happen, no reason given. Just got an email from Fund A saying they need “a few more details” but I need to call them. So I am talking to a lovely guy named Mark, who is looking at my account saying, “I don’t know what information we need…”

Friday?

Oh yeah, it is Friday.

For some reason I was running 24 hours behind there.


My contender for the award is: Last Tuesday I spent a frustrating day trying to make bookings for my upcoming chemo trip to Cairns. Couldn’t get anything done.
On Wednesday some of the places phoned me and explained that Tuesday was a public holiday for Cairns Show. Grrrr!

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Date: 4/07/2025 09:11:51
From: kii
ID: 2297741
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Divine Angel said:


kii said:

Divine Angel said:

I eventually got told I need to fill out a rollover form online, but I can’t get into my account because I can’t remember the password. I need to talk to a human to get it reset… So no. I’ll do it through the ATO website to force Fund A to rollover without my input.

How did you forget that you got married?

Got married after 13 years together, so when it comes to “have I used this service since I got married and changed my name?” the memory waters get a little muddied.

One of the best reasons not to change your name because you got married.
Men don’t have this problem.

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Date: 4/07/2025 09:17:14
From: Tau.Neutrino
ID: 2297743
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Morning all. It was frosty this morning. Warming up now.

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Date: 4/07/2025 09:18:20
From: Divine Angel
ID: 2297744
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

kii said:


Divine Angel said:

kii said:

How did you forget that you got married?

Got married after 13 years together, so when it comes to “have I used this service since I got married and changed my name?” the memory waters get a little muddied.

One of the best reasons not to change your name because you got married.
Men don’t have this problem.

Technically I added to my name when I got married. I didn’t dump my maiden name, just added his last name, without a hyphen. It’s been confusing people ever since.

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Date: 4/07/2025 09:22:24
From: Tamb
ID: 2297745
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Divine Angel said:


kii said:

Divine Angel said:

Got married after 13 years together, so when it comes to “have I used this service since I got married and changed my name?” the memory waters get a little muddied.

One of the best reasons not to change your name because you got married.
Men don’t have this problem.

Technically I added to my name when I got married. I didn’t dump my maiden name, just added his last name, without a hyphen. It’s been confusing people ever since.


Mr daughter did that too. She wanted to keep her maiden name as it is her name for her artwork.

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Date: 4/07/2025 09:24:29
From: kii
ID: 2297746
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Tamb said:


Divine Angel said:

kii said:

One of the best reasons not to change your name because you got married.
Men don’t have this problem.

Technically I added to my name when I got married. I didn’t dump my maiden name, just added his last name, without a hyphen. It’s been confusing people ever since.


Mr daughter did that too. She wanted to keep her maiden name as it is her name for her artwork.

Maiden name….I really wish people would join the modern world.

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Date: 4/07/2025 09:26:52
From: Tamb
ID: 2297748
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

kii said:


Tamb said:

Divine Angel said:

Technically I added to my name when I got married. I didn’t dump my maiden name, just added his last name, without a hyphen. It’s been confusing people ever since.


Mr daughter did that too. She wanted to keep her maiden name as it is her name for her artwork.

Maiden name….I really wish people would join the modern world.


What name is acceptable please?

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Date: 4/07/2025 09:30:52
From: kii
ID: 2297751
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Tamb said:


kii said:

Tamb said:

Mr daughter did that too. She wanted to keep her maiden name as it is her name for her artwork.

Maiden name….I really wish people would join the modern world.


What name is acceptable please?

Family name?
I’ve had 6 pregnancies, 1 long term partner and a husband. Is maiden name applicable in my situation?

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Date: 4/07/2025 09:33:26
From: Tamb
ID: 2297754
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

kii said:


Tamb said:

kii said:

Maiden name….I really wish people would join the modern world.


What name is acceptable please?

Family name?
I’ve had 6 pregnancies, 1 long term partner and a husband. Is maiden name applicable in my situation?


Family name. OK. Sorry.

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Date: 4/07/2025 09:36:05
From: dv
ID: 2297755
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

roughbarked said:



Did miserably.
ABC quiz

6 here

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Date: 4/07/2025 10:03:08
From: Cymek
ID: 2297760
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Hello

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Date: 4/07/2025 10:09:50
From: Divine Angel
ID: 2297761
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

For I, young and beautiful, willingly surrendered my maiden hood, as there is nowt worse than becoming a curmudgeonly crone howling in sorrow in unison with the lonesome moon.

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Date: 4/07/2025 10:12:09
From: Tamb
ID: 2297762
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Divine Angel said:


For I, young and beautiful, willingly surrendered my maiden hood, as there is nowt worse than becoming a curmudgeonly crone howling in sorrow in unison with the lonesome moon.

That’s beautiful. Who wrote it?

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Date: 4/07/2025 10:13:25
From: Bubblecar
ID: 2297763
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Big Ted indeed.

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Date: 4/07/2025 10:13:45
From: Cymek
ID: 2297764
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Divine Angel said:


For I, young and beautiful, willingly surrendered my maiden hood, as there is nowt worse than becoming a curmudgeonly crone howling in sorrow in unison with the lonesome moon.

Is that what happens ?

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Date: 4/07/2025 10:14:23
From: Divine Angel
ID: 2297765
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Tamb said:


Divine Angel said:

For I, young and beautiful, willingly surrendered my maiden hood, as there is nowt worse than becoming a curmudgeonly crone howling in sorrow in unison with the lonesome moon.

That’s beautiful. Who wrote it?


I thought it up whilst making thine breakfast.

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Date: 4/07/2025 10:16:41
From: Tamb
ID: 2297766
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Divine Angel said:


Tamb said:

Divine Angel said:

For I, young and beautiful, willingly surrendered my maiden hood, as there is nowt worse than becoming a curmudgeonly crone howling in sorrow in unison with the lonesome moon.

That’s beautiful. Who wrote it?


I thought it up whilst making thine breakfast.


Thou hast indeed been touched by the Muse.

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Date: 4/07/2025 10:17:05
From: Divine Angel
ID: 2297767
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Cymek said:


Divine Angel said:

For I, young and beautiful, willingly surrendered my maiden hood, as there is nowt worse than becoming a curmudgeonly crone howling in sorrow in unison with the lonesome moon.

Is that what happens ?

It’s what the menopause industry would have you believe.

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Date: 4/07/2025 10:17:47
From: Bogsnorkler
ID: 2297768
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Divine Angel said:


For I, young and beautiful, willingly surrendered my maiden hood, as there is nowt worse than becoming a curmudgeonly crone howling in sorrow in unison with the lonesome moon.

good.

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Date: 4/07/2025 10:20:58
From: kii
ID: 2297769
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Divine Angel said:


For I, young and beautiful, willingly surrendered my maiden hood, as there is nowt worse than becoming a curmudgeonly crone howling in sorrow in unison with the lonesome moon.

Lolol…just lovely 🙄
Are you complaining about your mother, again?

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Date: 4/07/2025 10:28:28
From: Peak Warming Man
ID: 2297772
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Divine Angel said:


For I, young and beautiful, willingly surrendered my maiden hood, as there is nowt worse than becoming a curmudgeonly crone howling in sorrow in unison with the lonesome moon.

Then what happened?

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Date: 4/07/2025 10:31:39
From: Divine Angel
ID: 2297773
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

kii said:


Divine Angel said:

For I, young and beautiful, willingly surrendered my maiden hood, as there is nowt worse than becoming a curmudgeonly crone howling in sorrow in unison with the lonesome moon.

Lolol…just lovely 🙄
Are you complaining about your mother, again?


Not at all, Dr Freud.

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Date: 4/07/2025 10:36:22
From: furious
ID: 2297774
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Peak Warming Man said:


Divine Angel said:

For I, young and beautiful, willingly surrendered my maiden hood, as there is nowt worse than becoming a curmudgeonly crone howling in sorrow in unison with the lonesome moon.

Then what happened?

Someone appeared on the horizon with a cooked chook…

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Date: 4/07/2025 10:58:13
From: kii
ID: 2297778
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

The word of the day is ambitchous…

For buffy.

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Date: 4/07/2025 11:01:38
From: kii
ID: 2297781
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Delivery of my free Apple watch has been delayed until Monday.
Blergh.

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Date: 4/07/2025 11:41:14
From: roughbarked
ID: 2297800
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

https://regionriverina.com.au/no-more-warnings-hume-highway-average-speed-cameras-switch-to-fines/97450/

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Date: 4/07/2025 11:43:20
From: Cymek
ID: 2297801
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Two scams SMS so far this morning.

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Date: 4/07/2025 12:01:36
From: Peak Warming Man
ID: 2297807
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

And the latest score from Zambia is Elephants 2 Tourists 0

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Date: 4/07/2025 12:17:47
From: Arts
ID: 2297809
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

kii said:


Delivery of my free Apple watch has been delayed until Monday.
Blergh.

I was due to pick up my car yesterday. But they said that they haven’t had time to fit the dashcams, so I could pick it up Friday afternoon instead, or someone would come to my home and fit the dashcams next week…

I dislike strangers coming to my home

I chose to wait until this afternoon.

I expect a phone call any minute to let me know what time to pick it up…

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Date: 4/07/2025 12:21:55
From: roughbarked
ID: 2297810
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Arts said:


kii said:

Delivery of my free Apple watch has been delayed until Monday.
Blergh.

I was due to pick up my car yesterday. But they said that they haven’t had time to fit the dashcams, so I could pick it up Friday afternoon instead, or someone would come to my home and fit the dashcams next week…

I dislike strangers coming to my home

I chose to wait until this afternoon.

I expect a phone call any minute to let me know what time to pick it up…

Ah, the smell of a new car.

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Date: 4/07/2025 12:22:38
From: Kingy
ID: 2297811
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Arts said:


kii said:

Delivery of my free Apple watch has been delayed until Monday.
Blergh.

I was due to pick up my car yesterday. But they said that they haven’t had time to fit the dashcams, so I could pick it up Friday afternoon instead, or someone would come to my home and fit the dashcams next week…

I dislike strangers coming to my home

I chose to wait until this afternoon.

I expect a phone call any minute to let me know what time to pick it up…

Is this your new car?

Or the super happy fun bus?

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Date: 4/07/2025 12:29:43
From: buffy
ID: 2297815
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

dv said:


roughbarked said:


Did miserably.
ABC quiz

6 here

7/10. Didn’t get the Coolgardie one, the Egypt one and the Brisbane Broncos one. Good guesses for Glastonbury, the python and the Matildas.

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Date: 4/07/2025 12:34:03
From: buffy
ID: 2297816
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

kii said:


The word of the day is ambitchous…

For buffy.

I like that. I need to keep the Witch title too though. I am also now The Dragon. And The Oracle. I inherited those last two titles from my mother.

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Date: 4/07/2025 12:34:38
From: Bubblecar
ID: 2297817
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

One of the threads in Mumsnet today:

Daughter moving out and won’t take her tortoise

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Date: 4/07/2025 12:36:02
From: Woodie
ID: 2297818
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Arts said:


kii said:

Delivery of my free Apple watch has been delayed until Monday.
Blergh.

I was due to pick up my car yesterday. But they said that they haven’t had time to fit the dashcams, so I could pick it up Friday afternoon instead, or someone would come to my home and fit the dashcams next week…

I dislike strangers coming to my home

I chose to wait until this afternoon.

I expect a phone call any minute to let me know what time to pick it up…

Phwoooar……. Lady Dashcam!! WIll we get to see all the juicy bits? Is it a front, back and sideways one?

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Date: 4/07/2025 12:44:24
From: Divine Angel
ID: 2297821
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Arts said:


kii said:

Delivery of my free Apple watch has been delayed until Monday.
Blergh.

I was due to pick up my car yesterday. But they said that they haven’t had time to fit the dashcams, so I could pick it up Friday afternoon instead, or someone would come to my home and fit the dashcams next week…

I dislike strangers coming to my home

I chose to wait until this afternoon.

I expect a phone call any minute to let me know what time to pick it up…

Did they mean Friday today, or Friday next week?

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Date: 4/07/2025 12:44:36
From: Peak Warming Man
ID: 2297822
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

buffy said:


dv said:

roughbarked said:


Did miserably.
ABC quiz

6 here

7/10. Didn’t get the Coolgardie one, the Egypt one and the Brisbane Broncos one. Good guesses for Glastonbury, the python and the Matildas.

6/10
Over.

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Date: 4/07/2025 12:48:53
From: Kingy
ID: 2297823
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

buffy said:


dv said:

roughbarked said:


Did miserably.
ABC quiz

6 here

7/10. Didn’t get the Coolgardie one, the Egypt one and the Brisbane Broncos one. Good guesses for Glastonbury, the python and the Matildas.

I have an issue with question 1.

The ABC interviewed the department responsible, who specifically said that it definitely was not (any of the supplied answers), but the ABC studiously ignored that and continued to use the more sensational definition.

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Date: 4/07/2025 12:49:34
From: Divine Angel
ID: 2297825
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Meanwhile we’ve discovered our hot water tank is leaking. Ugh.

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Date: 4/07/2025 12:51:01
From: roughbarked
ID: 2297826
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Divine Angel said:


Meanwhile we’ve discovered our hot water tank is leaking. Ugh.

Hope it isn’t in the roof space.

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Date: 4/07/2025 12:52:16
From: Divine Angel
ID: 2297828
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Kingy said:


buffy said:

dv said:

6 here

7/10. Didn’t get the Coolgardie one, the Egypt one and the Brisbane Broncos one. Good guesses for Glastonbury, the python and the Matildas.

I have an issue with question 1.

The ABC interviewed the department responsible, who specifically said that it definitely was not (any of the supplied answers), but the ABC studiously ignored that and continued to use the more sensational definition.

The original article about it, published last weekend, began by saying the term “rain bomb” was hyperbole… but here’s a bomb cyclone. I understand the term “bomb” is justified by bombogenesis, but it is in no way a cyclone.

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Date: 4/07/2025 12:53:16
From: Divine Angel
ID: 2297830
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

roughbarked said:


Divine Angel said:

Meanwhile we’ve discovered our hot water tank is leaking. Ugh.

Hope it isn’t in the roof space.

No, it’s on the ground outside the bathroom. It appears to be leaking near the power cord, but the cord itself is undamaged.

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Date: 4/07/2025 12:54:15
From: roughbarked
ID: 2297831
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Divine Angel said:


Kingy said:

buffy said:

7/10. Didn’t get the Coolgardie one, the Egypt one and the Brisbane Broncos one. Good guesses for Glastonbury, the python and the Matildas.

I have an issue with question 1.

The ABC interviewed the department responsible, who specifically said that it definitely was not (any of the supplied answers), but the ABC studiously ignored that and continued to use the more sensational definition.

The original article about it, published last weekend, began by saying the term “rain bomb” was hyperbole… but here’s a bomb cyclone. I understand the term “bomb” is justified by bombogenesis, but it is in no way a cyclone.

It is an east coast low.

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Date: 4/07/2025 12:54:26
From: Cymek
ID: 2297832
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

roughbarked said:


Divine Angel said:

Meanwhile we’ve discovered our hot water tank is leaking. Ugh.

Hope it isn’t in the roof space.

Mine did that, extra sucky

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Date: 4/07/2025 12:55:18
From: roughbarked
ID: 2297835
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Divine Angel said:


roughbarked said:

Divine Angel said:

Meanwhile we’ve discovered our hot water tank is leaking. Ugh.

Hope it isn’t in the roof space.

No, it’s on the ground outside the bathroom. It appears to be leaking near the power cord, but the cord itself is undamaged.

How old?

Sometimes you get one to last 20 years but the average is about 7.

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Date: 4/07/2025 12:56:14
From: roughbarked
ID: 2297836
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Cymek said:


roughbarked said:

Divine Angel said:

Meanwhile we’ve discovered our hot water tank is leaking. Ugh.

Hope it isn’t in the roof space.

Mine did that, extra sucky

Yes. Mine is in the roof space and it did want to come through the ceiliing.

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Date: 4/07/2025 12:56:27
From: Divine Angel
ID: 2297837
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

roughbarked said:


Divine Angel said:

roughbarked said:

Hope it isn’t in the roof space.

No, it’s on the ground outside the bathroom. It appears to be leaking near the power cord, but the cord itself is undamaged.

How old?

Sometimes you get one to last 20 years but the average is about 7.

I’m pretty sure it’s older than Mini Me, who is 10. How much older, I don’t know.

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Date: 4/07/2025 12:57:48
From: roughbarked
ID: 2297838
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Divine Angel said:


roughbarked said:

Divine Angel said:

No, it’s on the ground outside the bathroom. It appears to be leaking near the power cord, but the cord itself is undamaged.

How old?

Sometimes you get one to last 20 years but the average is about 7.

I’m pretty sure it’s older than Mini Me, who is 10. How much older, I don’t know.

Does the leak look to be from the tank inside?

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Date: 4/07/2025 12:58:10
From: Woodie
ID: 2297839
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Divine Angel said:


Meanwhile we’ve discovered our hot water tank is leaking. Ugh.

You have no other choice, Ms Angel. Your only option is swear at it, and chuck it in the pond.

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Date: 4/07/2025 12:59:28
From: Peak Warming Man
ID: 2297840
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

ICE trains in Germany are not taking people to concentration camps, it stands for Inter City Express.
Over.

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Date: 4/07/2025 12:59:40
From: Divine Angel
ID: 2297841
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Woodie said:


Divine Angel said:

Meanwhile we’ve discovered our hot water tank is leaking. Ugh.

You have no other choice, Ms Angel. Your only option is swear at it, and chuck it in the pond.

My pond is somewhat smaller than your dam. It’ll mostly fit in the bathtub though, if I lie it down.

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Date: 4/07/2025 12:59:58
From: roughbarked
ID: 2297842
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Woodie said:


Divine Angel said:

Meanwhile we’ve discovered our hot water tank is leaking. Ugh.

You have no other choice, Ms Angel. Your only option is swear at it, and chuck it in the pond.

Pond ain’t big enough. Any room left in your dam?

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Date: 4/07/2025 13:03:08
From: Woodie
ID: 2297845
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Peak Warming Man said:


ICE trains in Germany are not taking people to concentration camps, it stands for Inter City Express.
Over.

TOOT!!! 🚆

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Date: 4/07/2025 13:04:13
From: Cymek
ID: 2297846
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Divine Angel said:


Woodie said:

Divine Angel said:

Meanwhile we’ve discovered our hot water tank is leaking. Ugh.

You have no other choice, Ms Angel. Your only option is swear at it, and chuck it in the pond.

My pond is somewhat smaller than your dam. It’ll mostly fit in the bathtub though, if I lie it down.

Bus stops are a good option.

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Date: 4/07/2025 13:04:48
From: Peak Warming Man
ID: 2297848
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

‘Star Wars actor Kenneth Colley has died at the age of 87 after contracting Covid and developing pneumonia.
The English film and television actor is best known for starring in The Empire Strikes Back and Return of the Jedi as Admiral Piett, an imperial officer in command of Darth Vader’s flagship.
His agent of 10 years, Julian Owen issued a statement which said that he died ‘peacefully’ on Monday, June 30, in Ashford, Kent.”

You never of an actor saying their agent has died.

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Date: 4/07/2025 13:05:28
From: Peak Warming Man
ID: 2297849
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Peak Warming Man said:

‘Star Wars actor Kenneth Colley has died at the age of 87 after contracting Covid and developing pneumonia.
The English film and television actor is best known for starring in The Empire Strikes Back and Return of the Jedi as Admiral Piett, an imperial officer in command of Darth Vader’s flagship.
His agent of 10 years, Julian Owen issued a statement which said that he died ‘peacefully’ on Monday, June 30, in Ashford, Kent.”

You never of an actor saying their agent has died.

hear

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Date: 4/07/2025 13:06:15
From: roughbarked
ID: 2297850
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Peak Warming Man said:

‘Star Wars actor Kenneth Colley has died at the age of 87 after contracting Covid and developing pneumonia.
The English film and television actor is best known for starring in The Empire Strikes Back and Return of the Jedi as Admiral Piett, an imperial officer in command of Darth Vader’s flagship.
His agent of 10 years, Julian Owen issued a statement which said that he died ‘peacefully’ on Monday, June 30, in Ashford, Kent.”

You never of an actor saying their agent has died.

The Beatles lost their agent that way.

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Date: 4/07/2025 13:06:59
From: Cymek
ID: 2297851
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Peak Warming Man said:

‘Star Wars actor Kenneth Colley has died at the age of 87 after contracting Covid and developing pneumonia.
The English film and television actor is best known for starring in The Empire Strikes Back and Return of the Jedi as Admiral Piett, an imperial officer in command of Darth Vader’s flagship.
His agent of 10 years, Julian Owen issued a statement which said that he died ‘peacefully’ on Monday, June 30, in Ashford, Kent.”

You never of an actor saying their agent has died.

He survived Darth Vaders tantrums in Empire

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Date: 4/07/2025 13:09:51
From: Divine Angel
ID: 2297852
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Peak Warming Man said:

‘Star Wars actor Kenneth Colley has died at the age of 87 after contracting Covid and developing pneumonia.
The English film and television actor is best known for starring in The Empire Strikes Back and Return of the Jedi as Admiral Piett, an imperial officer in command of Darth Vader’s flagship.
His agent of 10 years, Julian Owen issued a statement which said that he died ‘peacefully’ on Monday, June 30, in Ashford, Kent.”

You never of an actor saying their agent has died.

https://www.latimes.com/entertainment-arts/movies/story/2024-08-02/sandy-bresler-dead-jack-nicholson-agent

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Date: 4/07/2025 13:12:47
From: Woodie
ID: 2297853
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

roughbarked said:


Woodie said:

Divine Angel said:

Meanwhile we’ve discovered our hot water tank is leaking. Ugh.

You have no other choice, Ms Angel. Your only option is swear at it, and chuck it in the pond.

Pond ain’t big enough. Any room left in your dam?

Pond will be big enough if you chop it into a thousand pieces. What’s left over can then get chucked down the kitchen sink insinkerator.

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Date: 4/07/2025 13:25:00
From: Bubblecar
ID: 2297855
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Tour de France starts tomorrow, 9:35pm on your SBS. First stage beginning and ending in Lille.

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Date: 4/07/2025 13:26:50
From: Tamb
ID: 2297856
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Bubblecar said:


Tour de France starts tomorrow, 9:35pm on your SBS. First stage beginning and ending in Lille.

A very different place to Lillehammer.

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Date: 4/07/2025 13:42:47
From: Bubblecar
ID: 2297858
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Tamb said:


Bubblecar said:

Tour de France starts tomorrow, 9:35pm on your SBS. First stage beginning and ending in Lille.

A very different place to Lillehammer.

And the “Lille” in Lillehammer means “little”, whereas Lille in France is derived from “island”.

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Date: 4/07/2025 13:43:17
From: transition
ID: 2297860
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

abcdefghijklmnopqrstuvwxyz

1234567890

testing external keyboard from previous laptop, put on this newer laptop, got unworking keys, not now

old mouse too

looks good

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Date: 4/07/2025 13:44:22
From: roughbarked
ID: 2297861
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

transition said:


abcdefghijklmnopqrstuvwxyz

1234567890

testing external keyboard from previous laptop, put on this newer laptop, got unworking keys, not now

old mouse too

looks good

I’ll believe you.

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Date: 4/07/2025 13:59:11
From: roughbarked
ID: 2297869
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Anyway Helen Dalton is claiming she got channel 7 back on the air.

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Date: 4/07/2025 14:11:11
From: Divine Angel
ID: 2297871
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

roughbarked said:


Anyway Helen Dalton is claiming she got channel 7 back on the air.

And the execs said, “new phone, who dis?”

Seriously, in 2025 there shouldn’t be licensing disputes about rural FTA.

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Date: 4/07/2025 14:11:47
From: dv
ID: 2297872
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Woodie said:


Peak Warming Man said:

ICE trains in Germany are not taking people to concentration camps, it stands for Inter City Express.
Over.

TOOT!!! 🚆

That’s what they want you to think

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Date: 4/07/2025 14:16:37
From: dv
ID: 2297873
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Cymek said:


Peak Warming Man said:

‘Star Wars actor Kenneth Colley has died at the age of 87 after contracting Covid and developing pneumonia.
The English film and television actor is best known for starring in The Empire Strikes Back and Return of the Jedi as Admiral Piett, an imperial officer in command of Darth Vader’s flagship.
His agent of 10 years, Julian Owen issued a statement which said that he died ‘peacefully’ on Monday, June 30, in Ashford, Kent.”

You never of an actor saying their agent has died.

He survived Darth Vaders tantrums in Empire

Colley did a bit of work with Monty Python and all.

Speaking of people who do things, TIL that Silas Carson, who voices a lot of Oods in Doctor Who, also voiced Ki Adi Mundi and Nute Gunray in Star Wars.

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Date: 4/07/2025 14:17:42
From: roughbarked
ID: 2297874
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Particularly ones with two heads.

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Date: 4/07/2025 14:38:58
From: Divine Angel
ID: 2297876
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

How many Beach Boys are left? Also wondering who the new lead singer of Smash Mouth is.

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Date: 4/07/2025 15:29:09
From: Bubblecar
ID: 2297888
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Finished this tub of Kiwi mussels and wanting more.

Think I’ll copy Woodie and in my next Coles order I’ll get two six tubs.

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Date: 4/07/2025 15:36:43
From: Peak Warming Man
ID: 2297891
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Bubblecar said:


Finished this tub of Kiwi mussels and wanting more.

Think I’ll copy Woodie and in my next Coles order I’ll get two six tubs.

What does the different coloured lids mean?

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Date: 4/07/2025 15:39:47
From: Divine Angel
ID: 2297892
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Peak Warming Man said:


Bubblecar said:

Finished this tub of Kiwi mussels and wanting more.

Think I’ll copy Woodie and in my next Coles order I’ll get two six tubs.

What does the different coloured lids mean?

Differentiate flavours

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Date: 4/07/2025 15:50:09
From: Bogsnorkler
ID: 2297893
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Peak Warming Man said:


Bubblecar said:

Finished this tub of Kiwi mussels and wanting more.

Think I’ll copy Woodie and in my next Coles order I’ll get two six tubs.

What does the different coloured lids mean?

I know the green ones are cilantro

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Date: 4/07/2025 15:51:51
From: Bubblecar
ID: 2297894
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Peak Warming Man said:


Bubblecar said:

Finished this tub of Kiwi mussels and wanting more.

Think I’ll copy Woodie and in my next Coles order I’ll get two six tubs.

What does the different coloured lids mean?

Left to right: garlic, natural, chilli.

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Date: 4/07/2025 15:54:15
From: Peak Warming Man
ID: 2297895
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Bubblecar said:


Peak Warming Man said:

Bubblecar said:

Finished this tub of Kiwi mussels and wanting more.

Think I’ll copy Woodie and in my next Coles order I’ll get two six tubs.

What does the different coloured lids mean?

Left to right: garlic, natural, chilli.

Roger.

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Date: 4/07/2025 15:54:16
From: buffy
ID: 2297896
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Experiment report: When we use bore water for the house for a bit, the glass sides of the shower get marked. I made the mistake of putting off bothering to do a good clean, thinking “I’ll just do one good clean, when we switch back to tank water”. I should not leave it. I should make the effort. Usually I use Jif and it works quite well. Recently I bought a tub of Gumption cleaner, probably more out of nostalgia than anything else. So the experiment was…does Gumption work as well as Jif on the shower (walls, glass, base). The answer is…not really. Reasonably good on the walls and glass, but not so good on the moulded base. I’m going to have to get out the CLR and spot clean and then have another go with Jif. Ah well…that can be my exercise tomorrow or the day after, I suppose.

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Date: 4/07/2025 15:57:33
From: Bubblecar
ID: 2297897
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

buffy said:


Experiment report: When we use bore water for the house for a bit, the glass sides of the shower get marked. I made the mistake of putting off bothering to do a good clean, thinking “I’ll just do one good clean, when we switch back to tank water”. I should not leave it. I should make the effort. Usually I use Jif and it works quite well. Recently I bought a tub of Gumption cleaner, probably more out of nostalgia than anything else. So the experiment was…does Gumption work as well as Jif on the shower (walls, glass, base). The answer is…not really. Reasonably good on the walls and glass, but not so good on the moulded base. I’m going to have to get out the CLR and spot clean and then have another go with Jif. Ah well…that can be my exercise tomorrow or the day after, I suppose.

Damn. Did you use a scrubbing brush on the base? I always use a scrubbing brush on the plastic-style base of my shower cubicle.

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Date: 4/07/2025 16:15:30
From: Divine Angel
ID: 2297900
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

buffy said:


Experiment report: When we use bore water for the house for a bit, the glass sides of the shower get marked. I made the mistake of putting off bothering to do a good clean, thinking “I’ll just do one good clean, when we switch back to tank water”. I should not leave it. I should make the effort. Usually I use Jif and it works quite well. Recently I bought a tub of Gumption cleaner, probably more out of nostalgia than anything else. So the experiment was…does Gumption work as well as Jif on the shower (walls, glass, base). The answer is…not really. Reasonably good on the walls and glass, but not so good on the moulded base. I’m going to have to get out the CLR and spot clean and then have another go with Jif. Ah well…that can be my exercise tomorrow or the day after, I suppose.

My English teacher in yr 12 used Gumption for everything. Never satisfied with the job the school cleaners did, every Monday morning she’d come in early and scrub the desks with Gumption. Permanent marker on the seats? Gumption. Blu-tack marks on the doors or walls? Gumption.

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Date: 4/07/2025 16:16:06
From: kii
ID: 2297901
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

One minute past midnight and the local idiots start letting off fireworks.

🙄

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Date: 4/07/2025 16:17:40
From: buffy
ID: 2297902
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Bubblecar said:


buffy said:

Experiment report: When we use bore water for the house for a bit, the glass sides of the shower get marked. I made the mistake of putting off bothering to do a good clean, thinking “I’ll just do one good clean, when we switch back to tank water”. I should not leave it. I should make the effort. Usually I use Jif and it works quite well. Recently I bought a tub of Gumption cleaner, probably more out of nostalgia than anything else. So the experiment was…does Gumption work as well as Jif on the shower (walls, glass, base). The answer is…not really. Reasonably good on the walls and glass, but not so good on the moulded base. I’m going to have to get out the CLR and spot clean and then have another go with Jif. Ah well…that can be my exercise tomorrow or the day after, I suppose.

Damn. Did you use a scrubbing brush on the base? I always use a scrubbing brush on the plastic-style base of my shower cubicle.

Yes…well, a nylon nail brush. I’ll just spot clean with the CLR the bits that didn’t clean and then give it a Jif going over again.

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Date: 4/07/2025 16:18:21
From: buffy
ID: 2297903
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Divine Angel said:


buffy said:

Experiment report: When we use bore water for the house for a bit, the glass sides of the shower get marked. I made the mistake of putting off bothering to do a good clean, thinking “I’ll just do one good clean, when we switch back to tank water”. I should not leave it. I should make the effort. Usually I use Jif and it works quite well. Recently I bought a tub of Gumption cleaner, probably more out of nostalgia than anything else. So the experiment was…does Gumption work as well as Jif on the shower (walls, glass, base). The answer is…not really. Reasonably good on the walls and glass, but not so good on the moulded base. I’m going to have to get out the CLR and spot clean and then have another go with Jif. Ah well…that can be my exercise tomorrow or the day after, I suppose.

My English teacher in yr 12 used Gumption for everything. Never satisfied with the job the school cleaners did, every Monday morning she’d come in early and scrub the desks with Gumption. Permanent marker on the seats? Gumption. Blu-tack marks on the doors or walls? Gumption.

I’m fairly happy with it in general. I was asking a lot of it. I think it’s really just comparable to Jif but a stiffer paste.

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Date: 4/07/2025 16:28:27
From: Cymek
ID: 2297907
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

kii said:


One minute past midnight and the local idiots start letting off fireworks.

🙄

It’s not just America’s freedom day its the whole world
Now go get them aliens

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Date: 4/07/2025 16:41:23
From: Kingy
ID: 2297908
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

kii said:


One minute past midnight and the local idiots start letting off fireworks.

🙄

An idiot and his fingers are soon parted.

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Date: 4/07/2025 16:42:48
From: Divine Angel
ID: 2297909
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Cymek said:


kii said:

One minute past midnight and the local idiots start letting off fireworks.

🙄

It’s not just America’s freedom day its the whole world
Now go get them aliens

Make this scene come to life

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Date: 4/07/2025 16:44:31
From: Arts
ID: 2297910
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

kii said:


One minute past midnight and the local idiots start letting off fireworks.

🙄

celebrate the independence of the nation by blowing up a small piece of it

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Date: 4/07/2025 16:46:36
From: Arts
ID: 2297911
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

I had thought the verdict may have come in by now, but it looks like the jury all want a weekend away from their families. We’ll have to wait to next week while they live it up on the taxpayers dime…

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Date: 4/07/2025 16:48:37
From: Arts
ID: 2297912
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

I don’t know why anyone is surprised that childcare is vastly underfunded and staffing has forever been a problem… are these people living in a bubble…

I also note that the same knee jerk ‘solutions’ of removing males from the service are not mentioned when instances of child sexual offending occur in sports or churches…

just sayin’

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Date: 4/07/2025 16:49:20
From: Peak Warming Man
ID: 2297913
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Arts said:


I had thought the verdict may have come in by now, but it looks like the jury all want a weekend away from their families. We’ll have to wait to next week while they live it up on the taxpayers dime…

I suppose you’ll be sleeping in your new car tonight.

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Date: 4/07/2025 16:55:31
From: Peak Warming Man
ID: 2297914
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Kingy said:


kii said:

One minute past midnight and the local idiots start letting off fireworks.

🙄

An idiot and his fingers are soon parted.

You leave Boris alone.

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Date: 4/07/2025 16:56:02
From: Arts
ID: 2297915
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Peak Warming Man said:


Arts said:

I had thought the verdict may have come in by now, but it looks like the jury all want a weekend away from their families. We’ll have to wait to next week while they live it up on the taxpayers dime…

I suppose you’ll be sleeping in your new car tonight.

I have a home and a bed.. but I’m going to pick the car up shortly

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Date: 4/07/2025 16:57:23
From: Divine Angel
ID: 2297916
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Annnnnd finally got Mini Me’s report card. Model student, blah blah blah, consistent and diligent blah blah blah.

She’s getting good marks, but I’ll email her teacher next term to say give her a push because we’ll be applying for all the excellence programs in high school. (She won’t get into this high school without the excellence program, they’re strict on catchment.)

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Date: 4/07/2025 16:58:43
From: Cymek
ID: 2297917
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Arts said:


I had thought the verdict may have come in by now, but it looks like the jury all want a weekend away from their families. We’ll have to wait to next week while they live it up on the taxpayers dime…

Probably ordering pizza and having a huge debate on mushrooms or not on said pizzas.

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Date: 4/07/2025 16:59:38
From: Cymek
ID: 2297918
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Divine Angel said:


Annnnnd finally got Mini Me’s report card. Model student, blah blah blah, consistent and diligent blah blah blah.

She’s getting good marks, but I’ll email her teacher next term to say give her a push because we’ll be applying for all the excellence programs in high school. (She won’t get into this high school without the excellence program, they’re strict on catchment.)

Is it the Montgomery Burns excellence program

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Date: 4/07/2025 17:00:16
From: Divine Angel
ID: 2297919
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Cymek said:


Divine Angel said:

Annnnnd finally got Mini Me’s report card. Model student, blah blah blah, consistent and diligent blah blah blah.

She’s getting good marks, but I’ll email her teacher next term to say give her a push because we’ll be applying for all the excellence programs in high school. (She won’t get into this high school without the excellence program, they’re strict on catchment.)

Is it the Montgomery Burns excellence program

We’re working on her kyphosis as we speak.

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Date: 4/07/2025 17:02:28
From: Bubblecar
ID: 2297920
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Divine Angel said:


Annnnnd finally got Mini Me’s report card. Model student, blah blah blah, consistent and diligent blah blah blah.

She’s getting good marks, but I’ll email her teacher next term to say give her a push because we’ll be applying for all the excellence programs in high school. (She won’t get into this high school without the excellence program, they’re strict on catchment.)

Always heartening when the rest is just blah blah blah.

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Date: 4/07/2025 17:11:47
From: Bogsnorkler
ID: 2297922
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Arts said:


Peak Warming Man said:

Arts said:

I had thought the verdict may have come in by now, but it looks like the jury all want a weekend away from their families. We’ll have to wait to next week while they live it up on the taxpayers dime…

I suppose you’ll be sleeping in your new car tonight.

I have a home and a bed.. but I’m going to pick the car up shortly

no hooning!

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Date: 4/07/2025 17:15:08
From: Bogsnorkler
ID: 2297923
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Divine Angel said:


Cymek said:

Divine Angel said:

Annnnnd finally got Mini Me’s report card. Model student, blah blah blah, consistent and diligent blah blah blah.

She’s getting good marks, but I’ll email her teacher next term to say give her a push because we’ll be applying for all the excellence programs in high school. (She won’t get into this high school without the excellence program, they’re strict on catchment.)

Is it the Montgomery Burns excellence program

We’re working on her kyphosis as we speak.

we didn’t do greek at school. which was surprising considering this was melbourne.

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Date: 4/07/2025 17:15:34
From: Divine Angel
ID: 2297924
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Arts said:


I had thought the verdict may have come in by now, but it looks like the jury all want a weekend away from their families. We’ll have to wait to next week while they live it up on the taxpayers dime…

Hearing evidence for weeks, spending days talking about it with other jurors. Wonder what kind of dreams they’re having.

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Date: 4/07/2025 17:18:22
From: Bubblecar
ID: 2297925
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Divine Angel said:


Arts said:

I had thought the verdict may have come in by now, but it looks like the jury all want a weekend away from their families. We’ll have to wait to next week while they live it up on the taxpayers dime…

Hearing evidence for weeks, spending days talking about it with other jurors. Wonder what kind of dreams they’re having.

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Date: 4/07/2025 17:30:01
From: Divine Angel
ID: 2297927
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

I’m 85% through this novel, still convinced it’s AI. Good story though, so I’m not mad.

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Date: 4/07/2025 17:32:38
From: Bogsnorkler
ID: 2297930
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Divine Angel said:


I’m 85% through this novel, still convinced it’s AI. Good story though, so I’m not mad.

ref?

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Date: 4/07/2025 18:09:53
From: party_pants
ID: 2297939
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

West Indies cricket are kind enough to post a highlights package on You Tube after each days play for this test series. Usually about 15-20 minutes worth. I find this really helpful as most of the games are in the dead of night here and I don’t get to watch any of it.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6kiYmcj6kUc
lunk

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Date: 4/07/2025 18:30:45
From: transition
ID: 2297940
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

i’ll unload wood etc out of ute, yeah nah you have a little rest

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Date: 4/07/2025 18:32:15
From: Bogsnorkler
ID: 2297941
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

woohoo, we’re getting an extra $100pa on our fuel card. $775pa.

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Date: 4/07/2025 18:40:56
From: Peak Warming Man
ID: 2297942
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Divine Angel said:


Arts said:

I had thought the verdict may have come in by now, but it looks like the jury all want a weekend away from their families. We’ll have to wait to next week while they live it up on the taxpayers dime…

Hearing evidence for weeks, spending days talking about it with other jurors. Wonder what kind of dreams they’re having.

Living the high life, luxury hotels, expensive restaurants, and it’s all free.

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Date: 4/07/2025 18:43:58
From: Peak Warming Man
ID: 2297943
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

party_pants said:


West Indies cricket are kind enough to post a highlights package on You Tube after each days play for this test series. Usually about 15-20 minutes worth. I find this really helpful as most of the games are in the dead of night here and I don’t get to watch any of it.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6kiYmcj6kUc
lunk

Ta.

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Date: 4/07/2025 18:55:11
From: Divine Angel
ID: 2297944
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Fatbergs on the increase in Perth because people don’t know what they shouldn’t flush down the toilet

https://www.abc.net.au/news/2025-07-04/foul-fatbergs-hit-record-levels-in-perth-sewers/105495552

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Date: 4/07/2025 19:07:41
From: Ian
ID: 2297947
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

party_pants said:


West Indies cricket are kind enough to post a highlights package on You Tube after each days play for this test series. Usually about 15-20 minutes worth. I find this really helpful as most of the games are in the dead of night here and I don’t get to watch any of it.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6kiYmcj6kUc
lunk

Great.

Should shoot the 3rd umpire.

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Date: 4/07/2025 19:16:19
From: captain_spalding
ID: 2297951
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Ian said:


party_pants said:

West Indies cricket are kind enough to post a highlights package on You Tube after each days play for this test series. Usually about 15-20 minutes worth. I find this really helpful as most of the games are in the dead of night here and I don’t get to watch any of it.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6kiYmcj6kUc
lunk

Great.

Should shoot the 3rd umpire.

Aww, you’d have to wake him up to do that.

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Date: 4/07/2025 19:29:25
From: Peak Warming Man
ID: 2297952
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

>>Man to be executed by nitrogen gas for shooting store clerk in head

It doesn’t make for good TV, give me a firing squad any day.

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Date: 4/07/2025 19:29:30
From: Michael V
ID: 2297953
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Divine Angel said:


Meanwhile we’ve discovered our hot water tank is leaking. Ugh.

I’ll cross my fingers that it is just leaking at the element seal, and that an electrician can fix it simply with a new seal.

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Date: 4/07/2025 19:31:22
From: Michael V
ID: 2297954
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

roughbarked said:


Divine Angel said:

Kingy said:

I have an issue with question 1.

The ABC interviewed the department responsible, who specifically said that it definitely was not (any of the supplied answers), but the ABC studiously ignored that and continued to use the more sensational definition.

The original article about it, published last weekend, began by saying the term “rain bomb” was hyperbole… but here’s a bomb cyclone. I understand the term “bomb” is justified by bombogenesis, but it is in no way a cyclone.

It is an east coast low.

Which is a type of extra-tropical cyclone. (Different structure to a tropical cyclone.)

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Date: 4/07/2025 19:33:34
From: captain_spalding
ID: 2297955
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Michael V said:


Divine Angel said:

Meanwhile we’ve discovered our hot water tank is leaking. Ugh.

I’ll cross my fingers that it is just leaking at the element seal, and that an electrician can fix it simply with a new seal.

Exactly what i did.

$1,200 later…

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Date: 4/07/2025 19:37:02
From: party_pants
ID: 2297956
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Ian said:


party_pants said:

West Indies cricket are kind enough to post a highlights package on You Tube after each days play for this test series. Usually about 15-20 minutes worth. I find this really helpful as most of the games are in the dead of night here and I don’t get to watch any of it.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6kiYmcj6kUc
lunk

Great.

Should shoot the 3rd umpire.

The Head dismissal?

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Date: 4/07/2025 19:37:05
From: Divine Angel
ID: 2297957
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

That didn’t take long

https://www.mediaweek.com.au/mushroom-lady-erin-patterson-the-focus-of-new-abc-tv-drama-toxic/

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Date: 4/07/2025 19:47:46
From: Bogsnorkler
ID: 2297958
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Divine Angel said:


That didn’t take long

https://www.mediaweek.com.au/mushroom-lady-erin-patterson-the-focus-of-new-abc-tv-drama-toxic/

hope they get merryl streep to play erin. she was great as lindy and has a beaut aussie accent.

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Date: 4/07/2025 19:52:39
From: captain_spalding
ID: 2297959
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Bogsnorkler said:


Divine Angel said:

That didn’t take long

https://www.mediaweek.com.au/mushroom-lady-erin-patterson-the-focus-of-new-abc-tv-drama-toxic/

hope they get merryl streep to play erin. she was great as lindy and has a beaut aussie accent.

‘A mushroom took moy bye-bee!’

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Date: 4/07/2025 19:53:29
From: Ian
ID: 2297960
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

party_pants said:


Ian said:

party_pants said:

West Indies cricket are kind enough to post a highlights package on You Tube after each days play for this test series. Usually about 15-20 minutes worth. I find this really helpful as most of the games are in the dead of night here and I don’t get to watch any of it.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6kiYmcj6kUc
lunk

Great.

Should shoot the 3rd umpire.

The Head dismissal?

Ya

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Date: 4/07/2025 20:10:39
From: party_pants
ID: 2297961
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Ian said:


party_pants said:

Ian said:

Great.

Should shoot the 3rd umpire.

The Head dismissal?

Ya

I watched it several times. I think it bounced off the fingers and up into the glove. My initial thought was bouncing in front of the gloves. But looking at the shadow of the ball I changed my mind to fingers were just underneath the ball.

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Date: 4/07/2025 20:18:17
From: Peak Warming Man
ID: 2297962
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

party_pants said:


Ian said:

party_pants said:

The Head dismissal?

Ya

I watched it several times. I think it bounced off the fingers and up into the glove. My initial thought was bouncing in front of the gloves. But looking at the shadow of the ball I changed my mind to fingers were just underneath the ball.

Yep, it was touch and go but I think the call was correct.

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Date: 4/07/2025 20:32:06
From: Kingy
ID: 2297968
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

captain_spalding said:


Bogsnorkler said:

Divine Angel said:

That didn’t take long

https://www.mediaweek.com.au/mushroom-lady-erin-patterson-the-focus-of-new-abc-tv-drama-toxic/

hope they get merryl streep to play erin. she was great as lindy and has a beaut aussie accent.

‘A mushroom took moy bye-bee!’

Nice.

Did smile.

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Date: 4/07/2025 20:33:11
From: Ian
ID: 2297969
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

party_pants said:


Ian said:

party_pants said:

The Head dismissal?

Ya

I watched it several times. I think it bounced off the fingers and up into the glove. My initial thought was bouncing in front of the gloves. But looking at the shadow of the ball I changed my mind to fingers were just underneath the ball.

The side-on view would have been helpful.

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Date: 4/07/2025 20:36:12
From: Bogsnorkler
ID: 2297972
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Ian said:


party_pants said:

Ian said:

Ya

I watched it several times. I think it bounced off the fingers and up into the glove. My initial thought was bouncing in front of the gloves. But looking at the shadow of the ball I changed my mind to fingers were just underneath the ball.

The side-on view would have been helpful.

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Date: 4/07/2025 20:38:36
From: Kingy
ID: 2297975
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

A couple of weeks ago, I got a msg from my bank at midnight, shutting my credit card down.

I rang them the next day to find out wtf. Apparently it was used to buy some electronic items in some eastern European country and the “AI fact checkers?” realised that I wasn’t there, and thankfully canned it.

I rarely used it. Only for my website, and a couple of machinery parts dealers in Perth to get urgent parts sent overnight.

New card arrived today. I’ll be checking back on the places that I used it.

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Date: 4/07/2025 20:40:39
From: party_pants
ID: 2297978
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Ian said:


party_pants said:

Ian said:

Ya

I watched it several times. I think it bounced off the fingers and up into the glove. My initial thought was bouncing in front of the gloves. But looking at the shadow of the ball I changed my mind to fingers were just underneath the ball.

The side-on view would have been helpful.

Yeah. But like I said, it is just an edited highlights package.

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Date: 4/07/2025 20:48:07
From: Ian
ID: 2297980
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

party_pants said:


Ian said:

party_pants said:

I watched it several times. I think it bounced off the fingers and up into the glove. My initial thought was bouncing in front of the gloves. But looking at the shadow of the ball I changed my mind to fingers were just underneath the ball.

The side-on view would have been helpful.

Yeah. But like I said, it is just an edited highlights package.

Yeah. The commentators were discussing the skill of the 3rd umpire at one point.. not sure if it was for Head or not.

No matter.. the 3rd umpire should be shot as a matter of course.

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Date: 4/07/2025 21:14:29
From: Woodie
ID: 2297986
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Its’s FNDC. 😮

My tipple for the evening is Coles brand no sugar raspberry flavoured fizzy drink.

Am I doing this right?

Have I got the right idea?

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Date: 4/07/2025 21:17:11
From: Ian
ID: 2297987
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Woodie said:


Its’s FNDC. 😮

My tipple for the evening is Coles brand no sugar raspberry flavoured fizzy drink.

Am I doing this right?

Have I got the right idea?

What? Raspberry??

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Date: 4/07/2025 21:18:32
From: Bubblecar
ID: 2297988
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Woodie said:


Its’s FNDC. 😮

My tipple for the evening is Coles brand no sugar raspberry flavoured fizzy drink.

Am I doing this right?

Have I got the right idea?

There’s no right way or wrong way.

I’m drinking Speyside single malt with 4 x squares of Old Gold Peanut Brittle.

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Date: 4/07/2025 21:20:56
From: Woodie
ID: 2297989
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Ian said:


Woodie said:

Its’s FNDC. 😮

My tipple for the evening is Coles brand no sugar raspberry flavoured fizzy drink.

Am I doing this right?

Have I got the right idea?

What? Raspberry??

That’s what it says on the bottle.

But there is no “serving suggestion” on the label. So I’m sorta having to wing it a bit.

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Date: 4/07/2025 21:22:40
From: Bubblecar
ID: 2297990
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Woodie said:


Ian said:

Woodie said:

Its’s FNDC. 😮

My tipple for the evening is Coles brand no sugar raspberry flavoured fizzy drink.

Am I doing this right?

Have I got the right idea?

What? Raspberry??

That’s what it says on the bottle.

But there is no “serving suggestion” on the label. So I’m sorta having to wing it a bit.

To get a little more in the spirit, you might want to dump some gin in it.

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Date: 4/07/2025 21:37:07
From: Woodie
ID: 2297993
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Bubblecar said:


Woodie said:

Ian said:

What? Raspberry??

That’s what it says on the bottle.

But there is no “serving suggestion” on the label. So I’m sorta having to wing it a bit.

To get a little more in the spirit, you might want to dump some gin in it.

The only gin I’ve got is a $85 bottle of North of Eden Oyster Shell gin. And I’m not turning any of that into pouncy pink piss, hey what but!

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Date: 4/07/2025 21:39:59
From: esselte
ID: 2297995
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Woodie said:


Its’s FNDC. 😮

My tipple for the evening is Coles brand no sugar raspberry flavoured fizzy drink.

Am I doing this right?

Have I got the right idea?

Not even close… you are wallowing in a miasma of no-sugar raspberry flavoured delusion…

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Date: 4/07/2025 21:53:38
From: roughbarked
ID: 2297999
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

esselte said:


Woodie said:

Its’s FNDC. 😮

My tipple for the evening is Coles brand no sugar raspberry flavoured fizzy drink.

Am I doing this right?

Have I got the right idea?

Not even close… you are wallowing in a miasma of no-sugar raspberry flavoured delusion…

Artificial Raspberry flavour is the flavour obtained from chemical mixtures made with synthetic ingredients that mimic that natural raspberry flavor in some way. It is produced by fractional distillation or chemical manipulation of chemicals made from inedible ingredients, such as paper pulp or petroleum. It smells and tastes exactly like natural raspberry flavorings.

https://www.justgotochef.com/ingredients/artificial-flavour-raspberry

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Date: 4/07/2025 21:55:29
From: roughbarked
ID: 2298000
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

There’s been a man missing from Esperance since sometime mid May.
Doubt is our PF but we may never know.. https://www.abc.net.au/news/2025-07-04/police-welfare-concerns-missing-esperance-man-dean-edwards/105495658

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Date: 4/07/2025 22:00:11
From: buffy
ID: 2298005
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

roughbarked said:


There’s been a man missing from Esperance since sometime mid May.
Doubt is our PF but we may never know.. https://www.abc.net.au/news/2025-07-04/police-welfare-concerns-missing-esperance-man-dean-edwards/105495658

Wrong age group. And he was heading North, away from Esperance.

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Date: 4/07/2025 22:00:51
From: roughbarked
ID: 2298008
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

buffy said:


roughbarked said:

There’s been a man missing from Esperance since sometime mid May.
Doubt is our PF but we may never know.. https://www.abc.net.au/news/2025-07-04/police-welfare-concerns-missing-esperance-man-dean-edwards/105495658

Wrong age group. And he was heading North, away from Esperance.

Yeah. I believe PF lived out of town anyway.

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Date: 4/07/2025 22:06:23
From: Michael V
ID: 2298010
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

buffy said:


Divine Angel said:

buffy said:

Experiment report: When we use bore water for the house for a bit, the glass sides of the shower get marked. I made the mistake of putting off bothering to do a good clean, thinking “I’ll just do one good clean, when we switch back to tank water”. I should not leave it. I should make the effort. Usually I use Jif and it works quite well. Recently I bought a tub of Gumption cleaner, probably more out of nostalgia than anything else. So the experiment was…does Gumption work as well as Jif on the shower (walls, glass, base). The answer is…not really. Reasonably good on the walls and glass, but not so good on the moulded base. I’m going to have to get out the CLR and spot clean and then have another go with Jif. Ah well…that can be my exercise tomorrow or the day after, I suppose.

My English teacher in yr 12 used Gumption for everything. Never satisfied with the job the school cleaners did, every Monday morning she’d come in early and scrub the desks with Gumption. Permanent marker on the seats? Gumption. Blu-tack marks on the doors or walls? Gumption.

I’m fairly happy with it in general. I was asking a lot of it. I think it’s really just comparable to Jif but a stiffer paste.

Do either of those abrasive cleaners scratch glass?

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Date: 4/07/2025 22:13:27
From: captain_spalding
ID: 2298012
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Michael V said:


buffy said:

Divine Angel said:

My English teacher in yr 12 used Gumption for everything. Never satisfied with the job the school cleaners did, every Monday morning she’d come in early and scrub the desks with Gumption. Permanent marker on the seats? Gumption. Blu-tack marks on the doors or walls? Gumption.

I’m fairly happy with it in general. I was asking a lot of it. I think it’s really just comparable to Jif but a stiffer paste.

Do either of those abrasive cleaners scratch glass?

I believe that they both do. They have tiny fragments of something in them. Might be marble.

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Date: 4/07/2025 22:16:35
From: roughbarked
ID: 2298014
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

captain_spalding said:


Michael V said:

buffy said:

I’m fairly happy with it in general. I was asking a lot of it. I think it’s really just comparable to Jif but a stiffer paste.

Do either of those abrasive cleaners scratch glass?

I believe that they both do. They have tiny fragments of something in them. Might be marble.

Toothpaste is probably a better bet.

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Date: 4/07/2025 22:16:43
From: Michael V
ID: 2298015
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

captain_spalding said:


Michael V said:

Divine Angel said:

Meanwhile we’ve discovered our hot water tank is leaking. Ugh.

I’ll cross my fingers that it is just leaking at the element seal, and that an electrician can fix it simply with a new seal.

Exactly what i did.

$1,200 later…

For a seal?

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Date: 4/07/2025 22:25:09
From: roughbarked
ID: 2298019
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Despicable.

The court heard police found a gallery of nearly 900 separate images on his devices, as well as a document titled The Paedophile’s Handbook.
He assaulted his own grandaughter at age two.

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Date: 4/07/2025 22:32:25
From: Michael V
ID: 2298020
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

captain_spalding said:


Michael V said:

buffy said:

I’m fairly happy with it in general. I was asking a lot of it. I think it’s really just comparable to Jif but a stiffer paste.

Do either of those abrasive cleaners scratch glass?

I believe that they both do. They have tiny fragments of something in them. Might be marble.

Marble won’t scratch glass.

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Date: 4/07/2025 22:33:10
From: Michael V
ID: 2298021
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

roughbarked said:


captain_spalding said:

Michael V said:

Do either of those abrasive cleaners scratch glass?

I believe that they both do. They have tiny fragments of something in them. Might be marble.

Toothpaste is probably a better bet.

Toothpaste has feldspar in it. Feldspar scratches glass.

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Date: 4/07/2025 22:33:13
From: party_pants
ID: 2298022
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

roughbarked said:


Despicable.

The court heard police found a gallery of nearly 900 separate images on his devices, as well as a document titled The Paedophile’s Handbook.
He assaulted his own grandaughter at age two.

who?

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Date: 4/07/2025 22:35:02
From: Michael V
ID: 2298024
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

party_pants said:


roughbarked said:

Despicable.

The court heard police found a gallery of nearly 900 separate images on his devices, as well as a document titled The Paedophile’s Handbook.
He assaulted his own grandaughter at age two.

who?

Not me.

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Date: 4/07/2025 22:36:56
From: roughbarked
ID: 2298026
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Michael V said:


captain_spalding said:

Michael V said:

Do either of those abrasive cleaners scratch glass?

I believe that they both do. They have tiny fragments of something in them. Might be marble.

Marble won’t scratch glass.

Gumption is a household cleaning product which was originally sold in the UK as a bathroom cleaning paste from the 1920s. Basically, it’s been cleaning shower screens for decades! You simply apply a bit of paste to a damp cloth, wipe down the surface then rinse off. I must warn you though, there are a few precautions when using Gumption. It can actually ruin some surfaces! Test it on an area first, in good light, allow spot to dry and check results from different angles. Don’t worry though, trust me when I say that using Gumption to clean shower glass is fine. In fact, it’s exceptional. https://www.nanokotewa.com.au/2016/04/07/how-to-clean-shower-glass-the-easy-way/

23 June 2020 … “Just sprinkle some Jif onto your screens and get a plastic bag – yes you read that right – and wear it like a glove, then wash your screens. It … https://7news.com.au/lifestyle/forget-using-a-sponge-aussie-mums-are-now-using-this-very-bizarre-item-to-clean-their-shower-screens-c-1119246

5000 to 7000 grit sandpaper can polish the glass, removing any scratches and etching. Proceed with caution. Start in an inconspicuous spot and check that you’re …
https://allpurecleaning.com.au/blogs/news/how-to-clean-a-shower-screen-and-make-it-look-new?srsltid=AfmBOore5reFIlewXq126PD0KIXWi6YZ6f4XfCHlXo6iLveM_aQeHc4T

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Date: 4/07/2025 22:37:20
From: roughbarked
ID: 2298027
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

party_pants said:


roughbarked said:

Despicable.

The court heard police found a gallery of nearly 900 separate images on his devices, as well as a document titled The Paedophile’s Handbook.
He assaulted his own grandaughter at age two.

who?

https://www.abc.net.au/news/2025-07-04/act-man-jailed-for-sexually-abusing-two-year-old-granddaughter/105496846

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Date: 4/07/2025 22:45:53
From: Kingy
ID: 2298029
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Michael V said:


captain_spalding said:

Michael V said:

Do either of those abrasive cleaners scratch glass?

I believe that they both do. They have tiny fragments of something in them. Might be marble.

Marble won’t scratch glass.

A guy I had to work with once was often described as being a sharp as a marble.

He thought it was a compliment, which kinda proved the point of the marble.

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Date: 4/07/2025 23:45:39
From: transition
ID: 2298033
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

should I have a coffee or what

tough question

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Date: 4/07/2025 23:53:41
From: roughbarked
ID: 2298036
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

transition said:


should I have a coffee or what

tough question

Just made a cup, want one?

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Date: 4/07/2025 23:55:21
From: party_pants
ID: 2298037
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

transition said:


should I have a coffee or what

tough question

no

it will keep you awake and interfere with your sleep rythyms.

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Date: 5/07/2025 00:01:03
From: transition
ID: 2298038
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

party_pants said:


transition said:

should I have a coffee or what

tough question

no

it will keep you awake and interfere with your sleep rythyms.

mongrel wants to send me into withdrawal half way through the night

not friends anymore looks away ignoringly

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Date: 5/07/2025 00:03:07
From: party_pants
ID: 2298040
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

transition said:


party_pants said:

transition said:

should I have a coffee or what

tough question

no

it will keep you awake and interfere with your sleep rythyms.

mongrel wants to send me into withdrawal half way through the night

not friends anymore looks away ignoringly

caffeine in the morning, alcohol in the evening :p

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Date: 5/07/2025 00:04:55
From: transition
ID: 2298041
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

I had to take ibuprofen, I not takes much for discomfort, prefers to torture self, builds me up to be a man, men like pain, real men do, born to suffer ya know

anyways hell arthritis, possibly reactive, had presume covid while back

long sleep

arms though so sore, and what’s with the fucken sore elbow joints

back killing me

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Date: 5/07/2025 00:09:35
From: transition
ID: 2298043
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

party_pants said:


transition said:

party_pants said:

no

it will keep you awake and interfere with your sleep rythyms.

mongrel wants to send me into withdrawal half way through the night

not friends anymore looks away ignoringly

caffeine in the morning, alcohol in the evening :p

never been an alcohol person

I mean i’ve had occasions of overindulgence

good for sterilizing, cleaning, and rocket fuel

always thought rocketry would be a good hobby, someone more than plastic coke bottles filled with water and compressed air

anyways where’s that coffee, you’re distracting me trying to send me into withdrawal and demonstrative irrationality

i’m on to you, devious mongrel

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Date: 5/07/2025 00:12:21
From: roughbarked
ID: 2298044
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

transition said:


party_pants said:

transition said:

mongrel wants to send me into withdrawal half way through the night

not friends anymore looks away ignoringly

caffeine in the morning, alcohol in the evening :p

never been an alcohol person

I mean i’ve had occasions of overindulgence

good for sterilizing, cleaning, and rocket fuel

always thought rocketry would be a good hobby, someone more than plastic coke bottles filled with water and compressed air

anyways where’s that coffee, you’re distracting me trying to send me into withdrawal and demonstrative irrationality

i’m on to you, devious mongrel

Sounds like you need chamomile instead. ;)

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Date: 5/07/2025 00:16:47
From: transition
ID: 2298045
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

roughbarked said:


transition said:

party_pants said:

caffeine in the morning, alcohol in the evening :p

never been an alcohol person

I mean i’ve had occasions of overindulgence

good for sterilizing, cleaning, and rocket fuel

always thought rocketry would be a good hobby, someone more than plastic coke bottles filled with water and compressed air

anyways where’s that coffee, you’re distracting me trying to send me into withdrawal and demonstrative irrationality

i’m on to you, devious mongrel

Sounds like you need chamomile instead. ;)

what’s master RB been up to

be some rain here later, go cover few more things up before turn in

shit year, mate, so far, drought-like, horrible

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Date: 5/07/2025 00:30:37
From: Kingy
ID: 2298047
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

This fukn thing!

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Date: 5/07/2025 01:10:25
From: roughbarked
ID: 2298049
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

transition said:


roughbarked said:

transition said:

never been an alcohol person

I mean i’ve had occasions of overindulgence

good for sterilizing, cleaning, and rocket fuel

always thought rocketry would be a good hobby, someone more than plastic coke bottles filled with water and compressed air

anyways where’s that coffee, you’re distracting me trying to send me into withdrawal and demonstrative irrationality

i’m on to you, devious mongrel

Sounds like you need chamomile instead. ;)

what’s master RB been up to

be some rain here later, go cover few more things up before turn in

shit year, mate, so far, drought-like, horrible

No rain here either.

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Date: 5/07/2025 02:26:13
From: party_pants
ID: 2298051
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

England all out 407

amazing scorecard 6 ducks, Smith 184* , and Brook 158 and apart from that only one other batter got over 20.

India lead by 180

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Date: 5/07/2025 05:41:51
From: Divine Angel
ID: 2298053
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Clear and sunny with a top of 21.

Mr Mutant is attending a seminar today. Mini Me and I don’t really have plans, we’ll see where the day takes us.

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Date: 5/07/2025 06:51:42
From: buffy
ID: 2298054
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Good morning Holidayers. Presently 5 degrees at the back door, still dark. We are forecast 14 degrees with a late shower.

I’m going to the bakery at 8.00am – I fancy a single serve quiche for breakfast. Then there will be gardening.

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Date: 5/07/2025 07:06:13
From: Divine Angel
ID: 2298055
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

buffy said:


Good morning Holidayers. Presently 5 degrees at the back door, still dark. We are forecast 14 degrees with a late shower.

I’m going to the bakery at 8.00am – I fancy a single serve quiche for breakfast. Then there will be gardening.

I don’t like my local bakery. The woman who runs it is extremely rude. And the sausage rolls give me heartburn.

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Date: 5/07/2025 08:26:27
From: Divine Angel
ID: 2298056
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Julian McMahon died

https://www.9news.com.au/national/julian-mcmahon-dead-australian-actor-nip-tuck-cancer-news/6a855e15-04c4-4c82-b6e9-869253436074

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Date: 5/07/2025 08:27:12
From: Michael V
ID: 2298057
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Divine Angel said:


buffy said:

Good morning Holidayers. Presently 5 degrees at the back door, still dark. We are forecast 14 degrees with a late shower.

I’m going to the bakery at 8.00am – I fancy a single serve quiche for breakfast. Then there will be gardening.

I don’t like my local bakery. The woman who runs it is extremely rude. And the sausage rolls give me heartburn.

Like the Soup Nazi without the great soup?

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Date: 5/07/2025 08:34:33
From: Divine Angel
ID: 2298058
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Michael V said:


Divine Angel said:

buffy said:

Good morning Holidayers. Presently 5 degrees at the back door, still dark. We are forecast 14 degrees with a late shower.

I’m going to the bakery at 8.00am – I fancy a single serve quiche for breakfast. Then there will be gardening.

I don’t like my local bakery. The woman who runs it is extremely rude. And the sausage rolls give me heartburn.

Like the Soup Nazi without the great soup?

I guess so, I never watched Seinfeld.

I turned on the charm when asking for bread donations for P&C BBQs. They always obliged, but regularly messed up because we only wanted white bread, but they’d sell it and give us multigrain. Sausage on multigrain just isn’t right.

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Date: 5/07/2025 08:35:09
From: Bubblecar
ID: 2298059
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Never mind the sex pistols, here’s Bubblecar.

Heading for 13 today, -1 tonight, slight chance of a shower, light winds.

Time for my morning tablets.

1 x fluid reduction tablet.
1 x blood sugar reduction tablet.
Half a heart pill.
1 x aspirin.

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Date: 5/07/2025 08:37:30
From: Michael V
ID: 2298060
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Kingy said:


Michael V said:

captain_spalding said:

I believe that they both do. They have tiny fragments of something in them. Might be marble.

Marble won’t scratch glass.

A guy I had to work with once was often described as being a sharp as a marble.

He thought it was a compliment, which kinda proved the point of the marble.

:)

(Mind, I was talking about the metamorphic rock comprised entirely of the mineral calcite, which has a hardness of 4 on the Moh’s scale. I wasn’t talking about the spherical child’s toy, historically made from the rock marble, but now almost exclusively made from glass.)

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Date: 5/07/2025 08:37:48
From: Divine Angel
ID: 2298061
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Bubblecar said:


Never mind the sex pistols, here’s Bubblecar.

Heading for 13 today, -1 tonight, slight chance of a shower, light winds.

Time for my morning tablets.

1 x fluid reduction tablet.
1 x blood sugar reduction tablet.
Half a heart pill.
1 x aspirin.

And what fine attire is Sir wearing this morning?

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Date: 5/07/2025 08:38:43
From: transition
ID: 2298062
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

i’m up a bit early, wanted a sleep in this morn, I blame roughbarked, the excitement of talking to him this morning

in other news i’m making breakfast, listening to queen want to break free, I could be turning gay

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Date: 5/07/2025 08:39:11
From: Divine Angel
ID: 2298063
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

For reference, I am currently wearing my Dumbo pyjamas.

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Date: 5/07/2025 08:40:20
From: Michael V
ID: 2298064
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Divine Angel said:


Michael V said:

Divine Angel said:

I don’t like my local bakery. The woman who runs it is extremely rude. And the sausage rolls give me heartburn.

Like the Soup Nazi without the great soup?

I guess so, I never watched Seinfeld.

I turned on the charm when asking for bread donations for P&C BBQs. They always obliged, but regularly messed up because we only wanted white bread, but they’d sell it and give us multigrain. Sausage on multigrain just isn’t right.

I almost never watched Seinfeld either. That was the first I saw and I loved it. I watched parts of a couple of others, expecting similar quality humour, but found them stupid and boring.

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Date: 5/07/2025 08:41:51
From: Michael V
ID: 2298065
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Divine Angel said:


Michael V said:

Divine Angel said:

I don’t like my local bakery. The woman who runs it is extremely rude. And the sausage rolls give me heartburn.

Like the Soup Nazi without the great soup?

I guess so, I never watched Seinfeld.

I turned on the charm when asking for bread donations for P&C BBQs. They always obliged, but regularly messed up because we only wanted white bread, but they’d sell it and give us multigrain. Sausage on multigrain just isn’t right.

Oh, and yes – “Sausage on multigrain just isn’t right.” Totally agree.

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Date: 5/07/2025 08:45:28
From: Michael V
ID: 2298067
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Bubblecar said:


Never mind the sex pistols, here’s Bubblecar.

Heading for 13 today, -1 tonight, slight chance of a shower, light winds.

Time for my morning tablets.

1 x fluid reduction tablet.
1 x blood sugar reduction tablet.
Half a heart pill.
1 x aspirin.

I only have two tablets in the morning:

1 x fluid reduction tablet.
Half a heart pill.

But I measure and record my blood pressure first.

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Date: 5/07/2025 08:45:44
From: Bubblecar
ID: 2298068
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Divine Angel said:


Bubblecar said:

Never mind the sex pistols, here’s Bubblecar.

Heading for 13 today, -1 tonight, slight chance of a shower, light winds.

Time for my morning tablets.

1 x fluid reduction tablet.
1 x blood sugar reduction tablet.
Half a heart pill.
1 x aspirin.

And what fine attire is Sir wearing this morning?

Navy blue socks
Navy blue gym shorts over red boxers
Navy blue jumper over a white & navy blue floral shirt.

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Date: 5/07/2025 08:46:57
From: Divine Angel
ID: 2298069
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

My only pills are a probiotic and two calcium supplements.

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Date: 5/07/2025 08:48:18
From: transition
ID: 2298072
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

another ibuprofen, they really work on the arthritis inflammation monsters, i’m not one for taking tablets/medications, but there ya go i’m in a state of decay, rejecting myself, and it’s painful, whatever it takes

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Date: 5/07/2025 08:48:30
From: Bubblecar
ID: 2298074
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Michael V said:


Bubblecar said:

Never mind the sex pistols, here’s Bubblecar.

Heading for 13 today, -1 tonight, slight chance of a shower, light winds.

Time for my morning tablets.

1 x fluid reduction tablet.
1 x blood sugar reduction tablet.
Half a heart pill.
1 x aspirin.

I only have two tablets in the morning:

1 x fluid reduction tablet.
Half a heart pill.

But I measure and record my blood pressure first.

My evening tablets:

1 x blood sugar reduction tablet.
1 x blood pressure reduction tablet.
1 x cholesterol reduction tablet.
Half a heart pill.

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Date: 5/07/2025 08:51:09
From: Michael V
ID: 2298076
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Divine Angel said:


My only pills are a probiotic and two calcium supplements.

Good.

We have been taking calcium/Vit D3 in the evenings, after I calculated that we don’t get enough calcium in our diet. We are booked in for a bone density check soon.

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Date: 5/07/2025 08:57:01
From: Bubblecar
ID: 2298080
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

transition said:


another ibuprofen, they really work on the arthritis inflammation monsters, i’m not one for taking tablets/medications, but there ya go i’m in a state of decay, rejecting myself, and it’s painful, whatever it takes

Arthritis is a bastard.

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Date: 5/07/2025 09:01:08
From: captain_spalding
ID: 2298082
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Bubblecar said:


transition said:

another ibuprofen, they really work on the arthritis inflammation monsters, i’m not one for taking tablets/medications, but there ya go i’m in a state of decay, rejecting myself, and it’s painful, whatever it takes

Arthritis is a bastard.

I once saw the word ‘Arthritis’ printed rather poorly, and i misread it as ‘Arthur it is’. So, when arthritis twinges, i curse Arthur, whoever he may be. The bastard.

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Date: 5/07/2025 09:02:08
From: Divine Angel
ID: 2298084
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

captain_spalding said:


Bubblecar said:

transition said:

another ibuprofen, they really work on the arthritis inflammation monsters, i’m not one for taking tablets/medications, but there ya go i’m in a state of decay, rejecting myself, and it’s painful, whatever it takes

Arthritis is a bastard.

I once saw the word ‘Arthritis’ printed rather poorly, and i misread it as ‘Arthur it is’. So, when arthritis twinges, i curse Arthur, whoever he may be. The bastard.

Why not, Geoff D named his disease Rupert.

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Date: 5/07/2025 09:30:24
From: Michael V
ID: 2298090
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

captain_spalding said:


Despair.

RUOK?

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Date: 5/07/2025 09:42:27
From: Tamb
ID: 2298094
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Divine Angel said:


captain_spalding said:

Bubblecar said:

Arthritis is a bastard.

I once saw the word ‘Arthritis’ printed rather poorly, and i misread it as ‘Arthur it is’. So, when arthritis twinges, i curse Arthur, whoever he may be. The bastard.

Why not, Geoff D named his disease Rupert.


Nice for Geoff D to be remembered. He died in 2013.

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Date: 5/07/2025 10:21:35
From: Peak Warming Man
ID: 2298101
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Weather fine, track good.

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Date: 5/07/2025 10:24:56
From: kii
ID: 2298102
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Michael V said:


captain_spalding said:

Despair.

RUOK?

It’s hard work when your spouse is in hospital for prolonged periods.

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Date: 5/07/2025 10:26:13
From: dv
ID: 2298103
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Julian McMahon has died, aged 56.
Son of PM Billy McMahon, I mostly know him from the Fantastic Four movies.

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Date: 5/07/2025 10:37:59
From: Peak Warming Man
ID: 2298105
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

dv said:


Julian McMahon has died, aged 56.
Son of PM Billy McMahon, I mostly know him from the Fantastic Four movies.

NHOH

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Date: 5/07/2025 10:39:33
From: kii
ID: 2298107
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Peak Warming Man said:


dv said:

Julian McMahon has died, aged 56.
Son of PM Billy McMahon, I mostly know him from the Fantastic Four movies.

NHOH

Billy’s boy.

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Date: 5/07/2025 10:44:52
From: Michael V
ID: 2298109
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

kii said:


Michael V said:

captain_spalding said:

Despair.

RUOK?

It’s hard work when your spouse is in hospital for prolonged periods.

I can only imagine.

:(

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Date: 5/07/2025 11:10:59
From: captain_spalding
ID: 2298123
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

kii said:


Michael V said:

captain_spalding said:

Despair.

RUOK?

It’s hard work when your spouse is in hospital for prolonged periods.

I was only joking.

Sort of.

A little bit afraid that life, henceforward, might still be ruled by severe pain and very restricted mobility for Mrs S, and for me to have to watch her suffer it, and for both of us to be effectively imprisoned in our home.

Still hoping that it won’t be so, but also trying to come to terms with that prospect.

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Date: 5/07/2025 11:11:33
From: Bubblecar
ID: 2298124
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

If no-one minds, I’m going to warm myself up with a large Saturday morning scotch.

Then I ought to think about having a shower and visiting the shop to get some Twisties or suchlike, for the bicycles tonight.

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Date: 5/07/2025 11:11:55
From: captain_spalding
ID: 2298125
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Peak Warming Man said:


dv said:

Julian McMahon has died, aged 56.
Son of PM Billy McMahon, I mostly know him from the Fantastic Four movies.

NHOH

56, that’s rather tragic.

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Date: 5/07/2025 11:12:19
From: Bubblecar
ID: 2298126
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

captain_spalding said:


kii said:

Michael V said:

RUOK?

It’s hard work when your spouse is in hospital for prolonged periods.

I was only joking.

Sort of.

A little bit afraid that life, henceforward, might still be ruled by severe pain and very restricted mobility for Mrs S, and for me to have to watch her suffer it, and for both of us to be effectively imprisoned in our home.

Still hoping that it won’t be so, but also trying to come to terms with that prospect.

Is there anything else they can do?

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Date: 5/07/2025 11:15:03
From: captain_spalding
ID: 2298128
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Bubblecar said:


captain_spalding said:

kii said:

It’s hard work when your spouse is in hospital for prolonged periods.

I was only joking.

Sort of.

A little bit afraid that life, henceforward, might still be ruled by severe pain and very restricted mobility for Mrs S, and for me to have to watch her suffer it, and for both of us to be effectively imprisoned in our home.

Still hoping that it won’t be so, but also trying to come to terms with that prospect.

Is there anything else they can do?

Seems like she’ll be going to the rehab unit at St. Vincent’s private hospital here next week, where more intensive rehab work can be done. Hoping that the outcome will be more effective healing and strengthening, lessened pain, better and more confident mobility.

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Date: 5/07/2025 11:16:19
From: Divine Angel
ID: 2298129
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Quick, there’s some JWs wandering around my neighbourhood. Gimme something clever to say to them when they get here.

I’ll check back in a minute, I need to find my Bluetooth speaker to blare Black Sabbath

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Date: 5/07/2025 11:21:51
From: Tamb
ID: 2298132
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Divine Angel said:


Quick, there’s some JWs wandering around my neighbourhood. Gimme something clever to say to them when they get here.

I’ll check back in a minute, I need to find my Bluetooth speaker to blare Black Sabbath


I just told my pair of JWs that I couldn’t agree with a religion which makes women inferior & subservient
to men.

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Date: 5/07/2025 11:25:18
From: Michael V
ID: 2298133
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

captain_spalding said:


kii said:

Michael V said:

RUOK?

It’s hard work when your spouse is in hospital for prolonged periods.

I was only joking.

Sort of.

A little bit afraid that life, henceforward, might still be ruled by severe pain and very restricted mobility for Mrs S, and for me to have to watch her suffer it, and for both of us to be effectively imprisoned in our home.

Still hoping that it won’t be so, but also trying to come to terms with that prospect.

:((

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Date: 5/07/2025 11:28:00
From: Divine Angel
ID: 2298136
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Ok I’ve decided on, “can this wait? I’m late for a birthday party for my wife”.

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Date: 5/07/2025 11:28:56
From: Divine Angel
ID: 2298137
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Divine Angel said:


Ok I’ve decided on, “can this wait? I’m late for a birthday party for my wife”.

…while wearing my Freddy Krueger shirt

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Date: 5/07/2025 11:32:35
From: Bubblecar
ID: 2298138
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

One for the early aviation buffs. Includes spectacular footage of crew exiting an observation blimp by parachute, moments before it is engulfed in flames.

Over the Front – original aircraft footage

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dwrIf_5gEEM

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Date: 5/07/2025 11:33:16
From: Bubblecar
ID: 2298139
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

captain_spalding said:


Bubblecar said:

captain_spalding said:

I was only joking.

Sort of.

A little bit afraid that life, henceforward, might still be ruled by severe pain and very restricted mobility for Mrs S, and for me to have to watch her suffer it, and for both of us to be effectively imprisoned in our home.

Still hoping that it won’t be so, but also trying to come to terms with that prospect.

Is there anything else they can do?

Seems like she’ll be going to the rehab unit at St. Vincent’s private hospital here next week, where more intensive rehab work can be done. Hoping that the outcome will be more effective healing and strengthening, lessened pain, better and more confident mobility.

Fingers crossed then.

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Date: 5/07/2025 11:34:13
From: captain_spalding
ID: 2298141
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Divine Angel said:


Quick, there’s some JWs wandering around my neighbourhood. Gimme something clever to say to them when they get here.

I’ll check back in a minute, I need to find my Bluetooth speaker to blare Black Sabbath

1 Samuel 15:3

Now go, attack the Amalekites and totally destroy all that belongs to them. Do not spare them; put to death men and women, children and infants, cattle and sheep, camels and donkeys.

2 Kings 2:23-25

23 He went up from there to Bethel, and while he was going up on the way, some small boys came out of the city and jeered at him, saying, “Go up, you baldhead! Go up, you baldhead!” 24 And he turned around, and when he saw them, he cursed them in the name of the Lord. And two she-bears came out of the woods and tore forty-two of the boys.

(One of God’s fave reps gets annoyed, asks God to duff them up a bit, and God sends two bears to rip forty-two kids to bits.)

Please explain the episodes in the context of a just and loving God.

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Date: 5/07/2025 11:41:52
From: Michael V
ID: 2298145
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Divine Angel said:


Ok I’ve decided on, “can this wait? I’m late for a birthday party for my wife”.

:)

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Date: 5/07/2025 11:42:04
From: captain_spalding
ID: 2298146
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

In the days when i was in a pistol club, i had an idea that, if the JWs knocked on the door, i could fetch my pistol, verify that it was unloaded/safe, and answer the door with it in my hand, polishing it with a cloth, saying ‘yeah, sure, i’d love to talk about the Lord, come on in’.

But, it probably would have led to tedium with the constabulary.

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Date: 5/07/2025 11:42:35
From: Michael V
ID: 2298148
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Divine Angel said:


Divine Angel said:

Ok I’ve decided on, “can this wait? I’m late for a birthday party for my wife”.

…while wearing my Freddy Krueger shirt

Even betterer.

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Date: 5/07/2025 11:42:40
From: Bubblecar
ID: 2298149
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Divine Angel said:


Divine Angel said:

Ok I’ve decided on, “can this wait? I’m late for a birthday party for my wife”.

…while wearing my Freddy Krueger shirt

:)

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Date: 5/07/2025 11:44:35
From: Peak Warming Man
ID: 2298152
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Bubblecar said:


One for the early aviation buffs. Includes spectacular footage of crew exiting an observation blimp by parachute, moments before it is engulfed in flames.

Over the Front – original aircraft footage

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dwrIf_5gEEM

On those old engines I think they had to get it to top dead center before attempting to start it.

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Date: 5/07/2025 11:44:57
From: Bogsnorkler
ID: 2298153
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Divine Angel said:


Quick, there’s some JWs wandering around my neighbourhood. Gimme something clever to say to them when they get here.

I’ll check back in a minute, I need to find my Bluetooth speaker to blare Black Sabbath

they don’t call here anymore.

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Date: 5/07/2025 11:48:11
From: Peak Warming Man
ID: 2298154
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Bogsnorkler said:


Divine Angel said:

Quick, there’s some JWs wandering around my neighbourhood. Gimme something clever to say to them when they get here.

I’ll check back in a minute, I need to find my Bluetooth speaker to blare Black Sabbath

they don’t call here anymore.

Bugger.

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Date: 5/07/2025 11:49:37
From: Woodie
ID: 2298155
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Bubblecar said:


If no-one minds, I’m going to warm myself up with a large Saturday morning scotch.

Then I ought to think about having a shower and visiting the shop to get some Twisties or suchlike, for the bicycles tonight.

Biniam. Vote for Biniam. 🚴🚴‍♂️🚴‍♀️

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Date: 5/07/2025 11:50:16
From: kii
ID: 2298156
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

captain_spalding said:


kii said:

Michael V said:

RUOK?

It’s hard work when your spouse is in hospital for prolonged periods.

I was only joking.

Sort of.

A little bit afraid that life, henceforward, might still be ruled by severe pain and very restricted mobility for Mrs S, and for me to have to watch her suffer it, and for both of us to be effectively imprisoned in our home.

Still hoping that it won’t be so, but also trying to come to terms with that prospect.

Just take care of yourself too.

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Date: 5/07/2025 11:50:29
From: Bubblecar
ID: 2298157
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Peak Warming Man said:


Bogsnorkler said:

Divine Angel said:

Quick, there’s some JWs wandering around my neighbourhood. Gimme something clever to say to them when they get here.

I’ll check back in a minute, I need to find my Bluetooth speaker to blare Black Sabbath

they don’t call here anymore.

Bugger.

According to this site:

The growth in Jehovah’s Witnesses in Australia has been relatively stagnate since 2000. As percentage of the population, they have seen a dramatic decline, dropping from 1 Jehovah’s Witness for every 293 Australians in 1998, to just 1 in 379 in 2023. The number of congregations has also been decreasing.

https://www.jwfacts.com/watchtower/statistics-australia-jehovahs-witnesses.php

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Date: 5/07/2025 11:53:36
From: Bubblecar
ID: 2298158
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Woodie said:


Bubblecar said:

If no-one minds, I’m going to warm myself up with a large Saturday morning scotch.

Then I ought to think about having a shower and visiting the shop to get some Twisties or suchlike, for the bicycles tonight.

Biniam. Vote for Biniam. 🚴🚴‍♂️🚴‍♀️

He’s pretty good. Won 3 x stages last year.

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Date: 5/07/2025 11:53:58
From: party_pants
ID: 2298159
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Divine Angel said:


Divine Angel said:

Ok I’ve decided on, “can this wait? I’m late for a birthday party for my wife”.

…while wearing my Freddy Krueger shirt

tell them you could never join a religion that forbids anal sex.

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Date: 5/07/2025 11:55:08
From: Bubblecar
ID: 2298160
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

party_pants said:


Divine Angel said:

Divine Angel said:

Ok I’ve decided on, “can this wait? I’m late for a birthday party for my wife”.

…while wearing my Freddy Krueger shirt

tell them you could never join a religion that forbids anal sex.

…and mastication.

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Date: 5/07/2025 11:55:23
From: Woodie
ID: 2298161
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Divine Angel said:


Quick, there’s some JWs wandering around my neighbourhood. Gimme something clever to say to them when they get here.

Open the door in your flanny jarmies, chenille dressy gown, fluffy slippers, hair in rollers, ciggies on lips and “Howdy Big Boys!!! Buy this thirsty girl a sailor?”

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Date: 5/07/2025 11:59:41
From: Woodie
ID: 2298162
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

captain_spalding said:


Bubblecar said:

captain_spalding said:

I was only joking.

Sort of.

A little bit afraid that life, henceforward, might still be ruled by severe pain and very restricted mobility for Mrs S, and for me to have to watch her suffer it, and for both of us to be effectively imprisoned in our home.

Still hoping that it won’t be so, but also trying to come to terms with that prospect.

Is there anything else they can do?

Seems like she’ll be going to the rehab unit at St. Vincent’s private hospital here next week, where more intensive rehab work can be done. Hoping that the outcome will be more effective healing and strengthening, lessened pain, better and more confident mobility.

MR Spalding, Sir.

I know Mrs S had “back surgery”, but know little of what was actually done. Top or lower back? Bones fused or spacers put in? Steel braces or something like that? Result of long term injury or just degradation??

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Date: 5/07/2025 12:05:49
From: Woodie
ID: 2298164
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Bubblecar said:


Woodie said:

Bubblecar said:

If no-one minds, I’m going to warm myself up with a large Saturday morning scotch.

Then I ought to think about having a shower and visiting the shop to get some Twisties or suchlike, for the bicycles tonight.

Biniam. Vote for Biniam. 🚴🚴‍♂️🚴‍♀️

He’s pretty good. Won 3 x stages last year.

He hasn’t participated in any major tours/events so far this year.

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Date: 5/07/2025 12:15:32
From: Divine Angel
ID: 2298168
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Plan went out the window because they knocked on the door just as the washing machine beeped. Older guy and young lady, maybe late teens. So the young lady starts her spiel about living for eternity and wouldn’t that be nice? I joked, “not if I have to spend eternity doing household chores”. So we started talking about washing clothes. Now, after the rapture (or whatever it’s called), the Earth will be a perfect temperature and we won’t require clothes, because we also won’t be modest about our nudity. You know, like Adam and Eve. I said some people prefer colder weather and some prefer hotter weather and you can’t have a “perfect temperature” for everyone, but they argued that everyone will be the same so there is a perfect temperature.

I shifted gears and said I’d still need to vacuum and mop, because there’s still dirt. Right? We need dirt? After agreeing we’d still have plants and trees, which need dirt, they conceded I’d still need to vacuum. There’d be no reason to pay someone to vacuum, because we wouldn’t need money, and no one would need a job. I slipped in that God is OK with slaves. Not exactly pro-slavery, but if you’ve got slaves, He’s OK with that, and I provided quotes (having looked it up prior to their arrival). I think my favourite one is you’re allowed to beat your slaves with a rod. If they die, you’re a bad person, but if the slave lives, it’s OK (Exodus 21:20-21).

Anyway, after proving my point that living forever sucks if you still have to do chores, they left, and I went to hang out some washing.

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Date: 5/07/2025 12:22:54
From: party_pants
ID: 2298170
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Divine Angel said:


Plan went out the window because they knocked on the door just as the washing machine beeped. Older guy and young lady, maybe late teens. So the young lady starts her spiel about living for eternity and wouldn’t that be nice? I joked, “not if I have to spend eternity doing household chores”. So we started talking about washing clothes. Now, after the rapture (or whatever it’s called), the Earth will be a perfect temperature and we won’t require clothes, because we also won’t be modest about our nudity. You know, like Adam and Eve. I said some people prefer colder weather and some prefer hotter weather and you can’t have a “perfect temperature” for everyone, but they argued that everyone will be the same so there is a perfect temperature.

I shifted gears and said I’d still need to vacuum and mop, because there’s still dirt. Right? We need dirt? After agreeing we’d still have plants and trees, which need dirt, they conceded I’d still need to vacuum. There’d be no reason to pay someone to vacuum, because we wouldn’t need money, and no one would need a job. I slipped in that God is OK with slaves. Not exactly pro-slavery, but if you’ve got slaves, He’s OK with that, and I provided quotes (having looked it up prior to their arrival). I think my favourite one is you’re allowed to beat your slaves with a rod. If they die, you’re a bad person, but if the slave lives, it’s OK (Exodus 21:20-21).

Anyway, after proving my point that living forever sucks if you still have to do chores, they left, and I went to hang out some washing.

I should get some washing out today too. The weather forecast for tomorrow looks pretty bleak. 100% chance of rain, up to 20 mm.

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Date: 5/07/2025 12:39:00
From: Bubblecar
ID: 2298172
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Divine Angel said:


Plan went out the window because they knocked on the door just as the washing machine beeped. Older guy and young lady, maybe late teens. So the young lady starts her spiel about living for eternity and wouldn’t that be nice? I joked, “not if I have to spend eternity doing household chores”. So we started talking about washing clothes. Now, after the rapture (or whatever it’s called), the Earth will be a perfect temperature and we won’t require clothes, because we also won’t be modest about our nudity. You know, like Adam and Eve. I said some people prefer colder weather and some prefer hotter weather and you can’t have a “perfect temperature” for everyone, but they argued that everyone will be the same so there is a perfect temperature.

I shifted gears and said I’d still need to vacuum and mop, because there’s still dirt. Right? We need dirt? After agreeing we’d still have plants and trees, which need dirt, they conceded I’d still need to vacuum. There’d be no reason to pay someone to vacuum, because we wouldn’t need money, and no one would need a job. I slipped in that God is OK with slaves. Not exactly pro-slavery, but if you’ve got slaves, He’s OK with that, and I provided quotes (having looked it up prior to their arrival). I think my favourite one is you’re allowed to beat your slaves with a rod. If they die, you’re a bad person, but if the slave lives, it’s OK (Exodus 21:20-21).

Anyway, after proving my point that living forever sucks if you still have to do chores, they left, and I went to hang out some washing.

Heh.

I should string them along a bit but I haven’t had a religious knocker for ages.

In the old days I’d just say “I’m not religious”, with a condescending smile, and they’d immediately politely bugger off.

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Date: 5/07/2025 12:40:13
From: Divine Angel
ID: 2298173
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

I don’t know if it’s the yellow background playing tricks with my eyes but he does look yellowish, like Patrick Swayze when he was ill with pancreatic cancer. Patrick Swayze managed to film a full season of a TV show called The Beast while ill. That filming schedule was five months and, according to his wife, he only missed two days of filming.

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Date: 5/07/2025 12:44:51
From: Bubblecar
ID: 2298174
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Divine Angel said:


I don’t know if it’s the yellow background playing tricks with my eyes but he does look yellowish, like Patrick Swayze when he was ill with pancreatic cancer. Patrick Swayze managed to film a full season of a TV show called The Beast while ill. That filming schedule was five months and, according to his wife, he only missed two days of filming.


Don’t think I ever saw him in anything. He was better looking than his father.

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Date: 5/07/2025 12:49:11
From: Bubblecar
ID: 2298176
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Bubblecar said:


Divine Angel said:

I don’t know if it’s the yellow background playing tricks with my eyes but he does look yellowish, like Patrick Swayze when he was ill with pancreatic cancer. Patrick Swayze managed to film a full season of a TV show called The Beast while ill. That filming schedule was five months and, according to his wife, he only missed two days of filming.


Don’t think I ever saw him in anything. He was better looking than his father.

In an interview with the Herald Sun in 2018, McMahon discussed his childhood: “My Dad… was born in 1908. That’s a very different time to what it was when he was raising me. He must have gone through a strange misunderstanding of how you were parented in 1908 versus how you parent in 1972; it would have been so conflicting. Also how you be a husband in that period of time would have been different.”

…In 1994, McMahon married singer and actress Dannii Minogue after meeting on the set of Home and Away in 1991. He starred in her music video clip for the single “This Is It”, a song that summed up the couple’s relationship and hopes for the future. The newlyweds spent a great deal of their marriage apart, due to McMahon pursuing his roles in the U.S. and Minogue following her music career in England. They divorced a year and a half later, with Minogue stating that her negative relationship with McMahon’s mother, Sonia, Lady McMahon, had been an issue from the beginning.

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Julian_McMahon

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Date: 5/07/2025 12:53:14
From: Divine Angel
ID: 2298177
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

The Surfer has been on my watchlist for a while, I guess tonight is as good a time as any to watch it. Nicolas Cage has been doing some interesting films of late.

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Date: 5/07/2025 13:03:44
From: tauto
ID: 2298185
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Divine Angel said:


Plan went out the window because they knocked on the door just as the washing machine beeped. Older guy and young lady, maybe late teens. So the young lady starts her spiel about living for eternity and wouldn’t that be nice? I joked, “not if I have to spend eternity doing household chores”. So we started talking about washing clothes. Now, after the rapture (or whatever it’s called), the Earth will be a perfect temperature and we won’t require clothes, because we also won’t be modest about our nudity. You know, like Adam and Eve. I said some people prefer colder weather and some prefer hotter weather and you can’t have a “perfect temperature” for everyone, but they argued that everyone will be the same so there is a perfect temperature.

I shifted gears and said I’d still need to vacuum and mop, because there’s still dirt. Right? We need dirt? After agreeing we’d still have plants and trees, which need dirt, they conceded I’d still need to vacuum. There’d be no reason to pay someone to vacuum, because we wouldn’t need money, and no one would need a job. I slipped in that God is OK with slaves. Not exactly pro-slavery, but if you’ve got slaves, He’s OK with that, and I provided quotes (having looked it up prior to their arrival). I think my favourite one is you’re allowed to beat your slaves with a rod. If they die, you’re a bad person, but if the slave lives, it’s OK (Exodus 21:20-21).

Anyway, after proving my point that living forever sucks if you still have to do chores, they left, and I went to hang out some washing.

—-

Next time your spiel could be:

I’m a Catholic …… why would I be interested in driving a Ford when I already drive a rolls Royce…

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Date: 5/07/2025 15:46:01
From: Kingy
ID: 2298205
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Divine Angel said:


The Surfer has been on my watchlist for a while, I guess tonight is as good a time as any to watch it. Nicolas Cage has been doing some interesting films of late.

Don’t expect it to be any good.

On the other hand, I was drinking beer with one of the extras (fisherman) last night, and the beach shack/shop was built in my work depot then transported to the beach.

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Date: 5/07/2025 15:54:53
From: Divine Angel
ID: 2298206
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Kingy said:


Divine Angel said:

The Surfer has been on my watchlist for a while, I guess tonight is as good a time as any to watch it. Nicolas Cage has been doing some interesting films of late.

Don’t expect it to be any good.

On the other hand, I was drinking beer with one of the extras (fisherman) last night, and the beach shack/shop was built in my work depot then transported to the beach.

Oh, I have very low expectations.

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Date: 5/07/2025 16:55:25
From: dv
ID: 2298209
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Two political action movies out at the moment. G20 is about a former Austalian SAS soldier who attacks the G20 summit in Joburg as part of a cryptocurrency blackmail plot. This seems oddly specific as there is indeed a G20 summit in Joburg this year. The Australian PM, played by Cole Moss, gets killed.
NZ actor Anthony Starr, of The Boys fame, plays the baddy.

Heads of State is more of an action comedy. Idris Elba plays the British PM and John Cena plays the POTUS. Annoying because only one of those is a Head of State. The ECHELON surveillance program of the Five Eyes alliance gets hacked. Air Force One gets shot down in Belarus ahead of a NATO summit in Trieste. Looks to have a good supporting cast so I might check it out.

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Date: 5/07/2025 17:27:27
From: Divine Angel
ID: 2298214
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

RIP hot water tank 😒

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Date: 5/07/2025 17:30:08
From: Bubblecar
ID: 2298216
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Divine Angel said:


RIP hot water tank 😒

Damn. Have you disconnected from everything?

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Date: 5/07/2025 17:30:52
From: Bubblecar
ID: 2298217
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Bubblecar said:


Divine Angel said:

RIP hot water tank 😒

Damn. Have you disconnected from everything?

it, from water and power.

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Date: 5/07/2025 17:35:37
From: Divine Angel
ID: 2298219
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Bubblecar said:


Divine Angel said:

RIP hot water tank 😒

Damn. Have you disconnected from everything?

Yes.

Mr Mutant was mowing the lawn yesterday, noticed it was leaking. Had a good look today, water had filled the part where the electrics are, and it’s all rusted in there. Must be why it tripped the thingy a month ago when he was overseas, so lucky we caught it now.

I was hoping to wash my hair tonight. There’s still a full tank of water so I could probably get it done, or wait til tomorrow and have a shower at mum’s when I pick up Mini Me.

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Date: 5/07/2025 17:37:32
From: Bubblecar
ID: 2298220
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Divine Angel said:


Bubblecar said:

Divine Angel said:

RIP hot water tank 😒

Damn. Have you disconnected from everything?

Yes.

Mr Mutant was mowing the lawn yesterday, noticed it was leaking. Had a good look today, water had filled the part where the electrics are, and it’s all rusted in there. Must be why it tripped the thingy a month ago when he was overseas, so lucky we caught it now.

I was hoping to wash my hair tonight. There’s still a full tank of water so I could probably get it done, or wait til tomorrow and have a shower at mum’s when I pick up Mini Me.

How long do you expect to be without hot water?

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Date: 5/07/2025 17:44:24
From: Divine Angel
ID: 2298223
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Bubblecar said:


Divine Angel said:

Bubblecar said:

Damn. Have you disconnected from everything?

Yes.

Mr Mutant was mowing the lawn yesterday, noticed it was leaking. Had a good look today, water had filled the part where the electrics are, and it’s all rusted in there. Must be why it tripped the thingy a month ago when he was overseas, so lucky we caught it now.

I was hoping to wash my hair tonight. There’s still a full tank of water so I could probably get it done, or wait til tomorrow and have a shower at mum’s when I pick up Mini Me.

How long do you expect to be without hot water?

🤷🏻‍♀️

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Date: 5/07/2025 17:52:29
From: Michael V
ID: 2298228
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Divine Angel said:


RIP hot water tank 😒

Bugger.

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Date: 5/07/2025 17:57:59
From: Bogsnorkler
ID: 2298230
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Divine Angel said:


RIP hot water tank 😒

take the tank out. put some fins on it. paint it yellow. half bury it your front yard at an angle. put a radiation symbol on the side. do it at night.

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Date: 5/07/2025 18:04:42
From: Divine Angel
ID: 2298231
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Bogsnorkler said:


Divine Angel said:

RIP hot water tank 😒

take the tank out. put some fins on it. paint it yellow. half bury it your front yard at an angle. put a radiation symbol on the side. do it at night.

Yeah, sounds good

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Date: 5/07/2025 18:12:30
From: Michael V
ID: 2298233
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Bogsnorkler said:


Divine Angel said:

RIP hot water tank 😒

take the tank out. put some fins on it. paint it yellow. half bury it your front yard at an angle. put a radiation symbol on the side. do it at night.

:)

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Date: 5/07/2025 18:55:40
From: Michael V
ID: 2298236
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Hmmm.

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Date: 5/07/2025 18:57:42
From: party_pants
ID: 2298237
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Highlights from Day 2 of West Indies v Aus

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iuXJ02Z5Cvs
link

around the 18 minute mark, Travis Head takes a low catch that I’m not 100% sure he got his fingers underneath. Yesterday he was on the receiving end of the 3rd Umpire.

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Date: 5/07/2025 19:29:59
From: Bogsnorkler
ID: 2298238
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

party_pants said:


Highlights from Day 2 of West Indies v Aus

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iuXJ02Z5Cvs
link

around the 18 minute mark, Travis Head takes a low catch that I’m not 100% sure he got his fingers underneath. Yesterday he was on the receiving end of the 3rd Umpire.

bounced.

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Date: 5/07/2025 19:59:13
From: Divine Angel
ID: 2298239
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Michael V said:


Hmmm.

It’s not just you. I was watching TV, promise

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Date: 5/07/2025 20:40:21
From: Kingy
ID: 2298241
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Just got home from a day out. Took nanna out to the farm for her to go through her things as she is moving into a care home and can’t take all her stuff. While she was doing that, I was working on the old REO.

Now that I know that the engine runs, I got the clutch working, the starter mechanism working, the brake pedal moving(very stiff, at least it moves now, but still no brakes), got the oil filter mounting bolted on, got the accelerator pedal moving and measured up the part I need to connect it to the “new” carby(that is off a LHD car), and unbolted the thermostat housing and found the remnants of the thermostat.

Then tried to remove the water pump. All the bolts came off easily, but be damned if the pump housing wants to come off. I tried all the usual suspects, leverage, percussion, wedges, plenty of CRC, etc but all I got was about 1.5mm of movement.
I have left it with two screwdrivers hammered into the gap and drowning in CRC. Maybe next week it won’t be so recalcitrant.

Now I have a list of parts to find before next Sunday…

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Date: 5/07/2025 20:45:51
From: Peak Warming Man
ID: 2298242
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Kingy said:


Just got home from a day out. Took nanna out to the farm for her to go through her things as she is moving into a care home and can’t take all her stuff. While she was doing that, I was working on the old REO.

Now that I know that the engine runs, I got the clutch working, the starter mechanism working, the brake pedal moving(very stiff, at least it moves now, but still no brakes), got the oil filter mounting bolted on, got the accelerator pedal moving and measured up the part I need to connect it to the “new” carby(that is off a LHD car), and unbolted the thermostat housing and found the remnants of the thermostat.

Then tried to remove the water pump. All the bolts came off easily, but be damned if the pump housing wants to come off. I tried all the usual suspects, leverage, percussion, wedges, plenty of CRC, etc but all I got was about 1.5mm of movement.
I have left it with two screwdrivers hammered into the gap and drowning in CRC. Maybe next week it won’t be so recalcitrant.

Now I have a list of parts to find before next Sunday…

Your certainly industrious.

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Date: 5/07/2025 20:56:17
From: Peak Warming Man
ID: 2298243
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

At the redoubt and it’s chilly, make no mistake.
Have to jump start the triton in the morning, the battery flat due to the cold, then I’ll take it for a spin around the farm.

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Date: 5/07/2025 20:57:45
From: Kingy
ID: 2298244
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Peak Warming Man said:


At the redoubt and it’s chilly, make no mistake.
Have to jump start the triton in the morning, the battery flat due to the cold, then I’ll take it for a spin around the farm.

Do you leave the Triton at the redoubt?

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Date: 5/07/2025 21:00:11
From: Peak Warming Man
ID: 2298245
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Kingy said:


Peak Warming Man said:

At the redoubt and it’s chilly, make no mistake.
Have to jump start the triton in the morning, the battery flat due to the cold, then I’ll take it for a spin around the farm.

Do you leave the Triton at the redoubt?

Yep, it’s the farm ute, still going strong.

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Date: 5/07/2025 21:05:58
From: Kingy
ID: 2298246
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Peak Warming Man said:


Kingy said:

Just got home from a day out. Took nanna out to the farm for her to go through her things as she is moving into a care home and can’t take all her stuff. While she was doing that, I was working on the old REO.

Now that I know that the engine runs, I got the clutch working, the starter mechanism working, the brake pedal moving(very stiff, at least it moves now, but still no brakes), got the oil filter mounting bolted on, got the accelerator pedal moving and measured up the part I need to connect it to the “new” carby(that is off a LHD car), and unbolted the thermostat housing and found the remnants of the thermostat.

Then tried to remove the water pump. All the bolts came off easily, but be damned if the pump housing wants to come off. I tried all the usual suspects, leverage, percussion, wedges, plenty of CRC, etc but all I got was about 1.5mm of movement.
I have left it with two screwdrivers hammered into the gap and drowning in CRC. Maybe next week it won’t be so recalcitrant.

Now I have a list of parts to find before next Sunday…

Your certainly industrious.

This was two weeks ago, but you can see the crank spinning as it was idling by itself for the first time in probably 60 years.

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Date: 5/07/2025 21:08:48
From: Bubblecar
ID: 2298247
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Kingy said:


Peak Warming Man said:

Kingy said:

Just got home from a day out. Took nanna out to the farm for her to go through her things as she is moving into a care home and can’t take all her stuff. While she was doing that, I was working on the old REO.

Now that I know that the engine runs, I got the clutch working, the starter mechanism working, the brake pedal moving(very stiff, at least it moves now, but still no brakes), got the oil filter mounting bolted on, got the accelerator pedal moving and measured up the part I need to connect it to the “new” carby(that is off a LHD car), and unbolted the thermostat housing and found the remnants of the thermostat.

Then tried to remove the water pump. All the bolts came off easily, but be damned if the pump housing wants to come off. I tried all the usual suspects, leverage, percussion, wedges, plenty of CRC, etc but all I got was about 1.5mm of movement.
I have left it with two screwdrivers hammered into the gap and drowning in CRC. Maybe next week it won’t be so recalcitrant.

Now I have a list of parts to find before next Sunday…

Your certainly industrious.

This was two weeks ago, but you can see the crank spinning as it was idling by itself for the first time in probably 60 years.


Well done, it’s keen to get going.

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Date: 5/07/2025 21:09:26
From: Kingy
ID: 2298248
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Peak Warming Man said:


Kingy said:

Peak Warming Man said:

At the redoubt and it’s chilly, make no mistake.
Have to jump start the triton in the morning, the battery flat due to the cold, then I’ll take it for a spin around the farm.

Do you leave the Triton at the redoubt?

Yep, it’s the farm ute, still going strong.

Mine is the Dunsborough Fire Control Vehicle, all stickered up as such, with my business name also stuck on it with magnetic signs.

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Date: 5/07/2025 21:16:12
From: Kingy
ID: 2298250
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Bubblecar said:


Kingy said:

Peak Warming Man said:

Your certainly industrious.

This was two weeks ago, but you can see the crank spinning as it was idling by itself for the first time in probably 60 years.


Well done, it’s keen to get going.

This is what it used to look like, but I do not have any money to pour into a full restoration. I’ll be happy if I can get it to actually drive 1km.

https://www.mecum.com/lots/514481/

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Date: 5/07/2025 21:17:17
From: Bubblecar
ID: 2298251
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Kingy said:


Bubblecar said:

Kingy said:

This was two weeks ago, but you can see the crank spinning as it was idling by itself for the first time in probably 60 years.


Well done, it’s keen to get going.

This is what it used to look like, but I do not have any money to pour into a full restoration. I’ll be happy if I can get it to actually drive 1km.

https://www.mecum.com/lots/514481/


Very handsome motor car.

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Date: 5/07/2025 21:18:09
From: Spiny Norman
ID: 2298252
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Kingy said:


Peak Warming Man said:

Kingy said:

Just got home from a day out. Took nanna out to the farm for her to go through her things as she is moving into a care home and can’t take all her stuff. While she was doing that, I was working on the old REO.

Now that I know that the engine runs, I got the clutch working, the starter mechanism working, the brake pedal moving(very stiff, at least it moves now, but still no brakes), got the oil filter mounting bolted on, got the accelerator pedal moving and measured up the part I need to connect it to the “new” carby(that is off a LHD car), and unbolted the thermostat housing and found the remnants of the thermostat.

Then tried to remove the water pump. All the bolts came off easily, but be damned if the pump housing wants to come off. I tried all the usual suspects, leverage, percussion, wedges, plenty of CRC, etc but all I got was about 1.5mm of movement.
I have left it with two screwdrivers hammered into the gap and drowning in CRC. Maybe next week it won’t be so recalcitrant.

Now I have a list of parts to find before next Sunday…

Your certainly industrious.

This was two weeks ago, but you can see the crank spinning as it was idling by itself for the first time in probably 60 years.


Most impressive!
There’s a YT channel I watch, a bloke in the US got a very old Ford running after it’d been sitting there untouched for 81 years.
I’ll see if I can find it.

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Date: 5/07/2025 21:23:24
From: Spiny Norman
ID: 2298253
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Spiny Norman said:


There’s a YT channel I watch, a bloke in the US got a very old Ford running after it’d been sitting there untouched for 81 years.
I’ll see if I can find it.

Found the channel and he’s improved on 81 years, it’s now 85 years!

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xEiM2CDQl_w

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Date: 5/07/2025 21:31:45
From: Kingy
ID: 2298254
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Spiny Norman said:


Kingy said:

Peak Warming Man said:

Your certainly industrious.

This was two weeks ago, but you can see the crank spinning as it was idling by itself for the first time in probably 60 years.


Most impressive!
There’s a YT channel I watch, a bloke in the US got a very old Ford running after it’d been sitting there untouched for 81 years.
I’ll see if I can find it.

Hi Bill, this thing has some really weird mechanisms on it. I guess they didn’t have much experience to go on back then but I’ll list a few.

Vacuum powered windscreen wipers that stop when you accelerate.

Vacuum powered fuel “pump” that also stops when you accelerate, but there is a header tank with a float in it that stops the vacuum when it’s full, but hopefully still has enough in it to gravity feed into the float bowl to keep going.

A pull knob on the dash that dips a float into the sump oil so that you can “feel” how much oil is in the engine sump without having to open the bonnet and use the dipstick.

Several levers on the center of the steering wheel that:

1) Adjust the timing in case you have to crank start it and don’t want your wrists broken.
2) Operate some kind of electrical thingy.
3) I haven’t found out what it does yet.

The fuel gauge on the dash is a clear tube that has actual fuel in it but it is way above the fuel tank so I don’t know how that works.

Suspension dampers that only operate one way, with a “seat belt” type strap.

It’s fun trying to figure out how it all works.

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Date: 5/07/2025 21:36:05
From: Spiny Norman
ID: 2298256
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Kingy said:


Spiny Norman said:

Kingy said:

This was two weeks ago, but you can see the crank spinning as it was idling by itself for the first time in probably 60 years.


Most impressive!
There’s a YT channel I watch, a bloke in the US got a very old Ford running after it’d been sitting there untouched for 81 years.
I’ll see if I can find it.

Hi Bill, this thing has some really weird mechanisms on it. I guess they didn’t have much experience to go on back then but I’ll list a few.

Vacuum powered windscreen wipers that stop when you accelerate.

Vacuum powered fuel “pump” that also stops when you accelerate, but there is a header tank with a float in it that stops the vacuum when it’s full, but hopefully still has enough in it to gravity feed into the float bowl to keep going.

A pull knob on the dash that dips a float into the sump oil so that you can “feel” how much oil is in the engine sump without having to open the bonnet and use the dipstick.

Several levers on the center of the steering wheel that:

1) Adjust the timing in case you have to crank start it and don’t want your wrists broken.
2) Operate some kind of electrical thingy.
3) I haven’t found out what it does yet.

The fuel gauge on the dash is a clear tube that has actual fuel in it but it is way above the fuel tank so I don’t know how that works.

Suspension dampers that only operate one way, with a “seat belt” type strap.

It’s fun trying to figure out how it all works.

They were indeed very different beasts back then.

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Date: 5/07/2025 21:47:22
From: Woodie
ID: 2298259
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Kingy said:


Bubblecar said:

Kingy said:

This was two weeks ago, but you can see the crank spinning as it was idling by itself for the first time in probably 60 years.


Well done, it’s keen to get going.

This is what it used to look like, but I do not have any money to pour into a full restoration. I’ll be happy if I can get it to actually drive 1km.

https://www.mecum.com/lots/514481/


Way kewlies. 😎

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Date: 5/07/2025 21:51:56
From: Kingy
ID: 2298260
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Kingy said:


Spiny Norman said:

Kingy said:

This was two weeks ago, but you can see the crank spinning as it was idling by itself for the first time in probably 60 years.


Most impressive!
There’s a YT channel I watch, a bloke in the US got a very old Ford running after it’d been sitting there untouched for 81 years.
I’ll see if I can find it.

Hi Bill, this thing has some really weird mechanisms on it. I guess they didn’t have much experience to go on back then but I’ll list a few.

Vacuum powered windscreen wipers that stop when you accelerate.

Vacuum powered fuel “pump” that also stops when you accelerate, but there is a header tank with a float in it that stops the vacuum when it’s full, but hopefully still has enough in it to gravity feed into the float bowl to keep going.

A pull knob on the dash that dips a float into the sump oil so that you can “feel” how much oil is in the engine sump without having to open the bonnet and use the dipstick.

Several levers on the center of the steering wheel that:

1) Adjust the timing in case you have to crank start it and don’t want your wrists broken.
2) Operate some kind of electrical thingy.
3) I haven’t found out what it does yet.

The fuel gauge on the dash is a clear tube that has actual fuel in it but it is way above the fuel tank so I don’t know how that works.

Suspension dampers that only operate one way, with a “seat belt” type strap.

It’s fun trying to figure out how it all works.

Ok, I just found out that one of the levers on the steering wheel operates the headlights.

Another one adjusts the idle speed of the engine. That was what I kinda thought it did but I didn’t think that was important enough to warrant it’s own lever on the steering wheel, but yeah whatever.

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Date: 5/07/2025 22:07:26
From: esselte
ID: 2298261
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

captain_spalding said:


Divine Angel said:

Quick, there’s some JWs wandering around my neighbourhood. Gimme something clever to say to them when they get here.

I’ll check back in a minute, I need to find my Bluetooth speaker to blare Black Sabbath

1 Samuel 15:3

Now go, attack the Amalekites and totally destroy all that belongs to them. Do not spare them; put to death men and women, children and infants, cattle and sheep, camels and donkeys.

2 Kings 2:23-25

23 He went up from there to Bethel, and while he was going up on the way, some small boys came out of the city and jeered at him, saying, “Go up, you baldhead! Go up, you baldhead!” 24 And he turned around, and when he saw them, he cursed them in the name of the Lord. And two she-bears came out of the woods and tore forty-two of the boys.

(One of God’s fave reps gets annoyed, asks God to duff them up a bit, and God sends two bears to rip forty-two kids to bits.)

Please explain the episodes in the context of a just and loving God.

I think I’ve mentioned it to the forum before, I have had a religious “revelatory” experience.

It followed the only time in my life I’ve ever fainted. Although no one else was present to confirm, I believed I must have had seizures whilst unconscious as my muscles felt very fatigued when I regained consciousness. It’s likely then that I was in the grips of some variant of what is sometimes called a postictal religious experience or postictal hyper-religiosity.

At the time I had significant experience with altered states of mind (druggie) and so recognized what was happening to me as some variation of that; which felt like God was talking to me, rather than an actual God actually talking to me. It was, without doubt, a profound feeling and experience – but didn’t turn me in to a theist.

There was an overwhelming sense of a divine presence, a beneficent omnipotence, everywhere at once filling my body and my mind and everything outside of myself, the whole universe, the whole of existence. Omniscient, omnipotent, omnipresent, and most importantly entirely benevolent. The experience faded back to normalcy over a few hours, but I could entirely understand someone experiencing this feeling in a permanent form, and who does not possess the natural cynicism and skepticism that I do, comprehending even the most heinous of things as being the will of a just and loving god.

The real problem is we can’t know in any meaningful sense how other people experience things. The context you are asking about is simply that… that different people experience reality in different ways. And we may think those who see divine justice in the utter destruction of the Amalekites are delusional and psychotic, and whilst we can certainly claim that such views are abnormal, we can’t ultimately say whether normal views are any less delusional or psychotic.

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Date: 5/07/2025 22:33:02
From: Michael V
ID: 2298265
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Kingy said:


Spiny Norman said:

Kingy said:

This was two weeks ago, but you can see the crank spinning as it was idling by itself for the first time in probably 60 years.


Most impressive!
There’s a YT channel I watch, a bloke in the US got a very old Ford running after it’d been sitting there untouched for 81 years.
I’ll see if I can find it.

Hi Bill, this thing has some really weird mechanisms on it. I guess they didn’t have much experience to go on back then but I’ll list a few.

Vacuum powered windscreen wipers that stop when you accelerate.

Vacuum powered fuel “pump” that also stops when you accelerate, but there is a header tank with a float in it that stops the vacuum when it’s full, but hopefully still has enough in it to gravity feed into the float bowl to keep going.

A pull knob on the dash that dips a float into the sump oil so that you can “feel” how much oil is in the engine sump without having to open the bonnet and use the dipstick.

Several levers on the center of the steering wheel that:

1) Adjust the timing in case you have to crank start it and don’t want your wrists broken.
2) Operate some kind of electrical thingy.
3) I haven’t found out what it does yet.

The fuel gauge on the dash is a clear tube that has actual fuel in it but it is way above the fuel tank so I don’t know how that works.

Suspension dampers that only operate one way, with a “seat belt” type strap.

It’s fun trying to figure out how it all works.

The last Holden to have vacuum windscreen wipers was FB – 1960-61. They also nearly stop when go up a hill (which requires throttle, like accelerating).

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Date: 5/07/2025 22:57:40
From: AussieDJ
ID: 2298273
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Michael V said:


Kingy said:

Spiny Norman said:

Most impressive!
There’s a YT channel I watch, a bloke in the US got a very old Ford running after it’d been sitting there untouched for 81 years.
I’ll see if I can find it.

Hi Bill, this thing has some really weird mechanisms on it. I guess they didn’t have much experience to go on back then but I’ll list a few.

Vacuum powered windscreen wipers that stop when you accelerate.

Vacuum powered fuel “pump” that also stops when you accelerate, but there is a header tank with a float in it that stops the vacuum when it’s full, but hopefully still has enough in it to gravity feed into the float bowl to keep going.

A pull knob on the dash that dips a float into the sump oil so that you can “feel” how much oil is in the engine sump without having to open the bonnet and use the dipstick.

Several levers on the center of the steering wheel that:

1) Adjust the timing in case you have to crank start it and don’t want your wrists broken.
2) Operate some kind of electrical thingy.
3) I haven’t found out what it does yet.

The fuel gauge on the dash is a clear tube that has actual fuel in it but it is way above the fuel tank so I don’t know how that works.

Suspension dampers that only operate one way, with a “seat belt” type strap.

It’s fun trying to figure out how it all works.

The last Holden to have vacuum windscreen wipers was FB – 1960-61. They also nearly stop when go up a hill (which requires throttle, like accelerating).

My grandparents bought an XK Falcon in 1961. That model (1960-1966) was also fitted with vacuum windscreen wipers, and which would also stop when you needed to accelerate. That model was prone to having the welch/welsh (?) plugs leak after the vehicle had a few years on it. And blowing head gaskets.
That model had a rated top design speed of 82 mph. I got it up to 100mph hooning down the Tullamarine Freeway late one night. The memory of that gives me the shudders now.

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Date: 5/07/2025 23:01:55
From: transition
ID: 2298278
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

gets rainies plenty, gots pwuddles

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Date: 5/07/2025 23:03:50
From: Bubblecar
ID: 2298280
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

transition said:


gets rainies plenty, gots pwuddles

Splendid.

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Date: 5/07/2025 23:05:19
From: Woodie
ID: 2298282
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

transition said:


gets rainies plenty, gots pwuddles

Don’t you go spilling a drop of it!!

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Date: 5/07/2025 23:06:13
From: transition
ID: 2298283
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Woodie said:


transition said:

gets rainies plenty, gots pwuddles

Don’t you go spilling a drop of it!!

I wont, master woodie

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Date: 5/07/2025 23:06:22
From: Kingy
ID: 2298284
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

transition said:


gets rainies plenty, gots pwuddles

I saw your little rainy thing, and hoped it would damp down the dust.

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Date: 5/07/2025 23:07:59
From: party_pants
ID: 2298286
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

I’m 7-fa out of 7.

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Date: 5/07/2025 23:10:15
From: transition
ID: 2298287
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Kingy said:


transition said:

gets rainies plenty, gots pwuddles

I saw your little rainy thing, and hoped it would damp down the dust.

says 95% chance 5-10mm today, reckons got that max already just recent and continues, and more looks similar tuesday>wednesday

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Date: 5/07/2025 23:11:31
From: Woodie
ID: 2298288
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

party_pants said:


I’m 7-fa out of 7.

Full house for me too. As probably the rest of the world as well.

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Date: 5/07/2025 23:13:32
From: party_pants
ID: 2298289
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Woodie said:


party_pants said:

I’m 7-fa out of 7.

Full house for me too. As probably the rest of the world as well.

We are all on 7-fa.

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Date: 5/07/2025 23:14:16
From: Kingy
ID: 2298290
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

transition said:


Kingy said:

transition said:

gets rainies plenty, gots pwuddles

I saw your little rainy thing, and hoped it would damp down the dust.

says 95% chance 5-10mm today, reckons got that max already just recent and continues, and more looks similar tuesday>wednesday

Ms Kingy is on watch for the next front here tomorrow, she is one of the Incident Control Team.

The last one predicted 32mm, we got 132mm. There was some flooding.

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Date: 5/07/2025 23:21:53
From: furious
ID: 2298292
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

party_pants said:


I’m 7-fa out of 7.

This weekend, so far, has been pleasantly simple to tip…

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Date: 5/07/2025 23:25:02
From: Kingy
ID: 2298293
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

furious said:


party_pants said:

I’m 7-fa out of 7.

This weekend, so far, has been pleasantly simple to tip…

Why are you not in the holiday forum footy tipping group?

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Date: 5/07/2025 23:32:42
From: furious
ID: 2298294
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Kingy said:


furious said:

party_pants said:

I’m 7-fa out of 7.

This weekend, so far, has been pleasantly simple to tip…

Why are you not in the holiday forum footy tipping group?

I missed the sign up details?

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Date: 5/07/2025 23:33:22
From: furious
ID: 2298295
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

furious said:


Kingy said:

furious said:

This weekend, so far, has been pleasantly simple to tip…

Why are you not in the holiday forum footy tipping group?

I missed the sign up details?

Just as well really, I am doing poorly in the one I’m in…

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Date: 5/07/2025 23:38:48
From: transition
ID: 2298297
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

another coffee helps me sleep, an ibuprofen too needs one, while kitchen fire gets going properly few big logs I puts on there, close the air down shortly on that for the long burn

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Date: 5/07/2025 23:41:17
From: Woodie
ID: 2298299
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

furious said:


furious said:

Kingy said:

Why are you not in the holiday forum footy tipping group?

I missed the sign up details?

Just as well really, I am doing poorly in the one I’m in…

Are you in the official AFL one?

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Date: 5/07/2025 23:47:38
From: furious
ID: 2298302
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Woodie said:


furious said:

furious said:

I missed the sign up details?

Just as well really, I am doing poorly in the one I’m in…

Are you in the official AFL one?

No, the West Australian (newspaper) one. The Game…

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Date: 5/07/2025 23:51:07
From: Woodie
ID: 2298303
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

furious said:


Woodie said:

furious said:

Just as well really, I am doing poorly in the one I’m in…

Are you in the official AFL one?

No, the West Australian (newspaper) one. The Game…

Not much we can do about that, methinks.

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Date: 6/07/2025 00:04:31
From: kii
ID: 2298307
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

dv said:

Idris Elba plays the British PM…

I read DV’s post last night and thought of this:

I’m Idris Elba, I’m Idris Elba.

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Date: 6/07/2025 06:24:52
From: Divine Angel
ID: 2298341
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Possible shower and a top of 23.

I guess we’re looking at new water heaters today. Find a tradie to install, but that’s a tomorrow problem.

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Date: 6/07/2025 06:49:53
From: transition
ID: 2298343
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

making my own breakfast, I know ya wanted to but it isn’t to be on this occasion, I need a break from obsequious sycophants, i’m still recovering from the last lot of of ‘help’, the trampling, the stampede

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Date: 6/07/2025 07:27:46
From: buffy
ID: 2298345
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Good morning Holidayers. Presently 6 degrees at the back door and starting to get light. We are forecast a partly cloudy 15 degrees.

Going to the bush to get firewood.

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Date: 6/07/2025 07:28:56
From: roughbarked
ID: 2298346
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

transition said:


making my own breakfast, I know ya wanted to but it isn’t to be on this occasion, I need a break from obsequious sycophants, i’m still recovering from the last lot of of ‘help’, the trampling, the stampede

I’d help but I see you don’t want any.

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Date: 6/07/2025 07:30:18
From: kii
ID: 2298347
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Well, looky looky.
A photo I kept because I recognised the floral trim on the lampshade. Well, it’s nearly the same pattern.
Vintage binding from an antique shop in Missoula, Montana.

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Date: 6/07/2025 07:44:26
From: buffy
ID: 2298348
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

kii said:


Well, looky looky.
A photo I kept because I recognised the floral trim on the lampshade. Well, it’s nearly the same pattern.
Vintage binding from an antique shop in Missoula, Montana.

Dear of dear…zigzag stitch on a lampshade. There are ways that are not so obvious.

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Date: 6/07/2025 07:49:28
From: Bubblecar
ID: 2298349
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Morning. Max of 14, min of 1, light winds.

I’m expecting bad news from the older sister, probably about the mainland sister.

Why? ‘Cos I noticed before I went to bed last night that the older sister had called me at 5:32pm yesterday, but I must have been on the toilet or something.

She wouldn’t normally call me at that time unless it was bad news. Hopefully the mainland sister has just into hospital again, and not something worse.

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Date: 6/07/2025 08:00:27
From: kii
ID: 2298350
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

buffy said:


kii said:

Well, looky looky.
A photo I kept because I recognised the floral trim on the lampshade. Well, it’s nearly the same pattern.
Vintage binding from an antique shop in Missoula, Montana.

Dear of dear…zigzag stitch on a lampshade. There are ways that are not so obvious.

Maybe they wanted that look?

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Date: 6/07/2025 09:23:31
From: Bubblecar
ID: 2298361
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Rang the older sister, the mainland sister is back in hospital and will probably be there for a while.

Her oxygen levels are not too terrible but she’s been having panic attacks about breathing, which of course make the breathing so much more difficult.

They’re trying her on various drugs to keep the panic attacks at bay.

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Date: 6/07/2025 09:24:11
From: roughbarked
ID: 2298362
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Spiny Norman said:


Kingy said:

Peak Warming Man said:

Your certainly industrious.

This was two weeks ago, but you can see the crank spinning as it was idling by itself for the first time in probably 60 years.


Most impressive!
There’s a YT channel I watch, a bloke in the US got a very old Ford running after it’d been sitting there untouched for 81 years.
I’ll see if I can find it.

Still have fond memories of my father when we were visiting grandma on the old farm at Tallong. He went down the back where this old Model T Ford trayback was overgrown with weeds. He spent half a day muckingabout with it and then we went collecting firewood. It ran like a charm.

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Date: 6/07/2025 09:27:38
From: Divine Angel
ID: 2298363
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Bubblecar said:


Rang the older sister, the mainland sister is back in hospital and will probably be there for a while.

Her oxygen levels are not too terrible but she’s been having panic attacks about breathing, which of course make the breathing so much more difficult.

They’re trying her on various drugs to keep the panic attacks at bay.

Damn

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Date: 6/07/2025 10:18:52
From: Spiny Norman
ID: 2298371
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Got a badly infected ear yesterday so at 5am (I woke up at 4 from the pain) I took myself to the local ER. Fortunately it was completely empty so I went straight in. I explained that I’d have something like 30+ ear infections so I was pretty sure that’s what it was. But being thorough they did a cardiogram which means sticking a bunch of pads on your chest.
Got most of them off so far, this one hadn’t stuck properly so the nurse pressed down on it to get a good reading. A good thing that it was not stuck or it’d be rather unpleasant to remove – I was able to get scissors under two of them and cut them away. That’s the photo of one of them.
Still got two to go, the areas isn’t quite as hairy but it’s still a small forest. And I’m not looking forward to it …

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Date: 6/07/2025 10:34:58
From: kii
ID: 2298374
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Spiny Norman said:


Got a badly infected ear yesterday so at 5am (I woke up at 4 from the pain) I took myself to the local ER. Fortunately it was completely empty so I went straight in. I explained that I’d have something like 30+ ear infections so I was pretty sure that’s what it was. But being thorough they did a cardiogram which means sticking a bunch of pads on your chest.
Got most of them off so far, this one hadn’t stuck properly so the nurse pressed down on it to get a good reading. A good thing that it was not stuck or it’d be rather unpleasant to remove – I was able to get scissors under two of them and cut them away. That’s the photo of one of them.
Still got two to go, the areas isn’t quite as hairy but it’s still a small forest. And I’m not looking forward to it …


Eucalyptus oil, rubbing alcohol…
I had to remove a few from mr kii’s hairy chest over the years.
All else fails – WB&D.

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Date: 6/07/2025 10:48:03
From: Spiny Norman
ID: 2298378
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

kii said:


Spiny Norman said:

Got a badly infected ear yesterday so at 5am (I woke up at 4 from the pain) I took myself to the local ER. Fortunately it was completely empty so I went straight in. I explained that I’d have something like 30+ ear infections so I was pretty sure that’s what it was. But being thorough they did a cardiogram which means sticking a bunch of pads on your chest.
Got most of them off so far, this one hadn’t stuck properly so the nurse pressed down on it to get a good reading. A good thing that it was not stuck or it’d be rather unpleasant to remove – I was able to get scissors under two of them and cut them away. That’s the photo of one of them.
Still got two to go, the areas isn’t quite as hairy but it’s still a small forest. And I’m not looking forward to it …


Eucalyptus oil, rubbing alcohol…
I had to remove a few from mr kii’s hairy chest over the years.
All else fails – WB&D.

Ta, I’ll try those.

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Date: 6/07/2025 11:01:24
From: transition
ID: 2298382
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

nearly inch of rain, lot more than forecast

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Date: 6/07/2025 11:05:43
From: roughbarked
ID: 2298384
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

transition said:


nearly inch of rain, lot more than forecast

0.5mm here.

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Date: 6/07/2025 11:05:45
From: Divine Angel
ID: 2298385
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Spiny Norman said:


Got a badly infected ear yesterday so at 5am (I woke up at 4 from the pain) I took myself to the local ER. Fortunately it was completely empty so I went straight in. I explained that I’d have something like 30+ ear infections so I was pretty sure that’s what it was. But being thorough they did a cardiogram which means sticking a bunch of pads on your chest.
Got most of them off so far, this one hadn’t stuck properly so the nurse pressed down on it to get a good reading. A good thing that it was not stuck or it’d be rather unpleasant to remove – I was able to get scissors under two of them and cut them away. That’s the photo of one of them.
Still got two to go, the areas isn’t quite as hairy but it’s still a small forest. And I’m not looking forward to it …


Ok but is it an ear infection?

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Date: 6/07/2025 11:12:15
From: roughbarked
ID: 2298386
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Divine Angel said:


Spiny Norman said:

Got a badly infected ear yesterday so at 5am (I woke up at 4 from the pain) I took myself to the local ER. Fortunately it was completely empty so I went straight in. I explained that I’d have something like 30+ ear infections so I was pretty sure that’s what it was. But being thorough they did a cardiogram which means sticking a bunch of pads on your chest.
Got most of them off so far, this one hadn’t stuck properly so the nurse pressed down on it to get a good reading. A good thing that it was not stuck or it’d be rather unpleasant to remove – I was able to get scissors under two of them and cut them away. That’s the photo of one of them.
Still got two to go, the areas isn’t quite as hairy but it’s still a small forest. And I’m not looking forward to it …


Ok but is it an ear infection?

I was wondering… They must have fixed the ear if he was more worried about loss of chest hair.

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Date: 6/07/2025 11:27:47
From: Michael V
ID: 2298388
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Spiny Norman said:


Got a badly infected ear yesterday so at 5am (I woke up at 4 from the pain) I took myself to the local ER. Fortunately it was completely empty so I went straight in. I explained that I’d have something like 30+ ear infections so I was pretty sure that’s what it was. But being thorough they did a cardiogram which means sticking a bunch of pads on your chest.
Got most of them off so far, this one hadn’t stuck properly so the nurse pressed down on it to get a good reading. A good thing that it was not stuck or it’d be rather unpleasant to remove – I was able to get scissors under two of them and cut them away. That’s the photo of one of them.
Still got two to go, the areas isn’t quite as hairy but it’s still a small forest. And I’m not looking forward to it …


Bummer.

Did they fix your ear?

Was your heart OK?

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Date: 6/07/2025 11:46:54
From: Peak Warming Man
ID: 2298391
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Morning pilgrims, just.

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Date: 6/07/2025 11:48:44
From: Michael V
ID: 2298392
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Peak Warming Man said:


Morning pilgrims, just.

I’m usually quite unjust.

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Date: 6/07/2025 11:48:59
From: Divine Angel
ID: 2298393
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

roughbarked said:


Divine Angel said:

Spiny Norman said:

Got a badly infected ear yesterday so at 5am (I woke up at 4 from the pain) I took myself to the local ER. Fortunately it was completely empty so I went straight in. I explained that I’d have something like 30+ ear infections so I was pretty sure that’s what it was. But being thorough they did a cardiogram which means sticking a bunch of pads on your chest.
Got most of them off so far, this one hadn’t stuck properly so the nurse pressed down on it to get a good reading. A good thing that it was not stuck or it’d be rather unpleasant to remove – I was able to get scissors under two of them and cut them away. That’s the photo of one of them.
Still got two to go, the areas isn’t quite as hairy but it’s still a small forest. And I’m not looking forward to it …


Ok but is it an ear infection?

I was wondering… They must have fixed the ear if he was more worried about loss of chest hair.

Maybe they amputated at the neck, just to be sure.

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Date: 6/07/2025 11:54:35
From: Bubblecar
ID: 2298396
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Spiny Norman said:


Got a badly infected ear yesterday so at 5am (I woke up at 4 from the pain) I took myself to the local ER. Fortunately it was completely empty so I went straight in. I explained that I’d have something like 30+ ear infections so I was pretty sure that’s what it was. But being thorough they did a cardiogram which means sticking a bunch of pads on your chest.
Got most of them off so far, this one hadn’t stuck properly so the nurse pressed down on it to get a good reading. A good thing that it was not stuck or it’d be rather unpleasant to remove – I was able to get scissors under two of them and cut them away. That’s the photo of one of them.
Still got two to go, the areas isn’t quite as hairy but it’s still a small forest. And I’m not looking forward to it …


It’s not a pleasant sensation.

Luckily I’m not very hairy (except on my head and face).

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Date: 6/07/2025 11:56:12
From: Divine Angel
ID: 2298397
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Anyway here’s a picture of Jellybean waiting patiently while I put on my shoes.

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Date: 6/07/2025 11:56:46
From: Bubblecar
ID: 2298398
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Since I didn’t actually visit the shop yesterday I shall do so today, for some bicycle nibbles and a few other items.

Wouldn’t mind a saveloy hot dog for lunch so I’ll get a few of those big red bastards.

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Date: 6/07/2025 11:58:06
From: Bubblecar
ID: 2298399
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Divine Angel said:


Anyway here’s a picture of Jellybean waiting patiently while I put on my shoes.


Talking about wire brushes…

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Date: 6/07/2025 12:02:04
From: Michael V
ID: 2298400
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Bubblecar said:


Since I didn’t actually visit the shop yesterday I shall do so today, for some bicycle nibbles and a few other items.

Wouldn’t mind a saveloy hot dog for lunch so I’ll get a few of those big red bastards.

Don’t forget the muscles.

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Date: 6/07/2025 12:02:10
From: Peak Warming Man
ID: 2298401
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Divine Angel said:


Anyway here’s a picture of Jellybean waiting patiently while I put on my shoes.


Lol

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Date: 6/07/2025 12:04:04
From: Bubblecar
ID: 2298402
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Michael V said:


Bubblecar said:

Since I didn’t actually visit the shop yesterday I shall do so today, for some bicycle nibbles and a few other items.

Wouldn’t mind a saveloy hot dog for lunch so I’ll get a few of those big red bastards.

Don’t forget the muscles.

Mussels. They don’t sell them in the IGA, they’ll have to wait until my next Coles order.

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Date: 6/07/2025 12:08:25
From: kii
ID: 2298403
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Michael V said:


Bubblecar said:

Since I didn’t actually visit the shop yesterday I shall do so today, for some bicycle nibbles and a few other items.

Wouldn’t mind a saveloy hot dog for lunch so I’ll get a few of those big red bastards.

Don’t forget the muscles.

LOLOLOLOL 😆

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Date: 6/07/2025 12:11:00
From: Spiny Norman
ID: 2298404
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Divine Angel said:


Spiny Norman said:

Got a badly infected ear yesterday so at 5am (I woke up at 4 from the pain) I took myself to the local ER. Fortunately it was completely empty so I went straight in. I explained that I’d have something like 30+ ear infections so I was pretty sure that’s what it was. But being thorough they did a cardiogram which means sticking a bunch of pads on your chest.
Got most of them off so far, this one hadn’t stuck properly so the nurse pressed down on it to get a good reading. A good thing that it was not stuck or it’d be rather unpleasant to remove – I was able to get scissors under two of them and cut them away. That’s the photo of one of them.
Still got two to go, the areas isn’t quite as hairy but it’s still a small forest. And I’m not looking forward to it …


Ok but is it an ear infection?

Yep, reckon so.

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Date: 6/07/2025 12:13:06
From: Divine Angel
ID: 2298405
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Glad your heart is ok

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Date: 6/07/2025 12:15:44
From: Spiny Norman
ID: 2298406
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Michael V said:


Spiny Norman said:

Got a badly infected ear yesterday so at 5am (I woke up at 4 from the pain) I took myself to the local ER. Fortunately it was completely empty so I went straight in. I explained that I’d have something like 30+ ear infections so I was pretty sure that’s what it was. But being thorough they did a cardiogram which means sticking a bunch of pads on your chest.
Got most of them off so far, this one hadn’t stuck properly so the nurse pressed down on it to get a good reading. A good thing that it was not stuck or it’d be rather unpleasant to remove – I was able to get scissors under two of them and cut them away. That’s the photo of one of them.
Still got two to go, the areas isn’t quite as hairy but it’s still a small forest. And I’m not looking forward to it …


Bummer.

Did they fix your ear?

Was your heart OK?

Got drops to put in it, and yes everything else is fine.

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Date: 6/07/2025 12:19:30
From: Spiny Norman
ID: 2298407
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Divine Angel said:


Glad your heart is ok

Ta. It’s part of the standard check-up they must do.
Now if they could cure tinnitus I’d be thrilled to bits.

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Date: 6/07/2025 12:26:41
From: Kingy
ID: 2298409
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

transition said:


nearly inch of rain, lot more than forecast

We’re under a severe weather warning here. Expecting a decent front coming through in an hour or so.

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Date: 6/07/2025 12:35:18
From: party_pants
ID: 2298410
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Kingy said:


transition said:

nearly inch of rain, lot more than forecast

We’re under a severe weather warning here. Expecting a decent front coming through in an hour or so.

Gloomy and drizzly here.

I got most of the washing done yesterday, but I went out and bought some new clothes yesterday. Usual practice is to wash them first before wearing, but I am not sure if I’ll bother this time.

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Date: 6/07/2025 12:39:25
From: Divine Angel
ID: 2298411
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Reading through a list of crowd crushes through history. In modern times, most crushes/stampedes have occurred at soccer games, then religious events, followed by disasters such as fire, then concerts.

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Date: 6/07/2025 12:42:31
From: transition
ID: 2298412
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Kingy said:


transition said:

nearly inch of rain, lot more than forecast

We’re under a severe weather warning here. Expecting a decent front coming through in an hour or so.

that’d be our next lot maybe, peak probability is tuesday 3:30am

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Date: 6/07/2025 12:48:54
From: party_pants
ID: 2298413
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Divine Angel said:


Reading through a list of crowd crushes through history. In modern times, most crushes/stampedes have occurred at soccer games, then religious events, followed by disasters such as fire, then concerts.

it is a fascinating subject, and is taken into consideration when designing infrastructure like sports stadium and railway stations, any place large numbers of people are moving about and need to get in or out quickly and with minimal congestion and backing up.

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Date: 6/07/2025 12:50:10
From: Bogsnorkler
ID: 2298414
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

party_pants said:


Divine Angel said:

Reading through a list of crowd crushes through history. In modern times, most crushes/stampedes have occurred at soccer games, then religious events, followed by disasters such as fire, then concerts.

it is a fascinating subject, and is taken into consideration when designing infrastructure like sports stadium and railway stations, any place large numbers of people are moving about and need to get in or out quickly and with minimal congestion and backing up.

put a bollard in front of the exit doors, a little way away.

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Date: 6/07/2025 12:51:35
From: Divine Angel
ID: 2298415
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

party_pants said:


Divine Angel said:

Reading through a list of crowd crushes through history. In modern times, most crushes/stampedes have occurred at soccer games, then religious events, followed by disasters such as fire, then concerts.

it is a fascinating subject, and is taken into consideration when designing infrastructure like sports stadium and railway stations, any place large numbers of people are moving about and need to get in or out quickly and with minimal congestion and backing up.

We watched a doco on Netflix last night about the 2021 Astroworld disaster. The Wikipedia article is so much worse than the doco, and I fell down a rabbit hole

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_fatal_crowd_crushes

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Date: 6/07/2025 13:03:40
From: Bubblecar
ID: 2298418
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

BACK after a pleasant walk in the sunshine.

Amongst other goods I purchased a giant Honey Murcott mandarin, the size of a navel orange but heavier.

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Date: 6/07/2025 13:09:45
From: transition
ID: 2298425
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

party_pants said:


Kingy said:

transition said:

nearly inch of rain, lot more than forecast

We’re under a severe weather warning here. Expecting a decent front coming through in an hour or so.

Gloomy and drizzly here.

I got most of the washing done yesterday, but I went out and bought some new clothes yesterday. Usual practice is to wash them first before wearing, but I am not sure if I’ll bother this time.

long as ‘new’ doesn’t mean op shop, not clothes someone died in, gone unwashed

you’ll lose friends if you have any, getting around in smelly dead person’s clothes

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Date: 6/07/2025 13:14:25
From: Woodie
ID: 2298427
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

CAR’N SWANNIES!!!! 🦢🦢🦢🦢🦢🦢

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Date: 6/07/2025 13:39:50
From: Kingy
ID: 2298429
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Just been outside pruning some trees that overhang the house in case of severe storms. It’s currently 65kmh, gusting to 87kmh and rising. The first main front is due in about 10-15 minutes. Hattens are being batched.

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Date: 6/07/2025 13:40:58
From: roughbarked
ID: 2298430
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Kingy said:


Just been outside pruning some trees that overhang the house in case of severe storms. It’s currently 65kmh, gusting to 87kmh and rising. The first main front is due in about 10-15 minutes. Hattens are being batched.

Stay safe mate.

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Date: 6/07/2025 13:44:20
From: Divine Angel
ID: 2298431
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Kingy said:


Just been outside pruning some trees that overhang the house in case of severe storms. It’s currently 65kmh, gusting to 87kmh and rising. The first main front is due in about 10-15 minutes. Hattens are being batched.

Good luck and Godspeed

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Date: 6/07/2025 13:44:57
From: Peak Warming Man
ID: 2298432
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Kingy said:


Just been outside pruning some trees that overhang the house in case of severe storms. It’s currently 65kmh, gusting to 87kmh and rising. The first main front is due in about 10-15 minutes. Hattens are being batched.

Blimey

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Date: 6/07/2025 13:45:50
From: roughbarked
ID: 2298433
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

1955 Corvette. Day looks fairly calm in South Dakota of the US of A.

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Date: 6/07/2025 13:49:28
From: Michael V
ID: 2298434
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Bubblecar said:


Michael V said:

Bubblecar said:

Since I didn’t actually visit the shop yesterday I shall do so today, for some bicycle nibbles and a few other items.

Wouldn’t mind a saveloy hot dog for lunch so I’ll get a few of those big red bastards.

Don’t forget the muscles.

Mussels. They don’t sell them in the IGA, they’ll have to wait until my next Coles order.

I know on both counts – I was trying to be amusing. Seems I failed.

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Date: 6/07/2025 13:50:14
From: Michael V
ID: 2298435
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

kii said:


Michael V said:

Bubblecar said:

Since I didn’t actually visit the shop yesterday I shall do so today, for some bicycle nibbles and a few other items.

Wouldn’t mind a saveloy hot dog for lunch so I’ll get a few of those big red bastards.

Don’t forget the muscles.

LOLOLOLOL 😆

I’m so glad that my amusement worked.

:)

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Date: 6/07/2025 13:50:41
From: Michael V
ID: 2298436
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Spiny Norman said:


Michael V said:

Spiny Norman said:

Got a badly infected ear yesterday so at 5am (I woke up at 4 from the pain) I took myself to the local ER. Fortunately it was completely empty so I went straight in. I explained that I’d have something like 30+ ear infections so I was pretty sure that’s what it was. But being thorough they did a cardiogram which means sticking a bunch of pads on your chest.
Got most of them off so far, this one hadn’t stuck properly so the nurse pressed down on it to get a good reading. A good thing that it was not stuck or it’d be rather unpleasant to remove – I was able to get scissors under two of them and cut them away. That’s the photo of one of them.
Still got two to go, the areas isn’t quite as hairy but it’s still a small forest. And I’m not looking forward to it …


Bummer.

Did they fix your ear?

Was your heart OK?

Got drops to put in it, and yes everything else is fine.

Good-oh.

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Date: 6/07/2025 13:51:09
From: Michael V
ID: 2298437
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Spiny Norman said:


Divine Angel said:

Glad your heart is ok

Ta. It’s part of the standard check-up they must do.
Now if they could cure tinnitus I’d be thrilled to bits.

You and millions of others!

:)

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Date: 6/07/2025 13:53:47
From: transition
ID: 2298438
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

more rainies, maybe’s going to rain big right through september, have feed three foot high, sheeps gets lost in the feed

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Date: 6/07/2025 13:56:13
From: Bubblecar
ID: 2298440
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Michael V said:


Bubblecar said:

Michael V said:

Don’t forget the muscles.

Mussels. They don’t sell them in the IGA, they’ll have to wait until my next Coles order.

I know on both counts – I was trying to be amusing. Seems I failed.

:)

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Date: 6/07/2025 14:01:10
From: transition
ID: 2298442
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

my reads

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Explicature
“Explicature is a technical term in pragmatics, the branch of linguistics that concerns the meaning given to an utterance by its context. The explicatures of a sentence are what is explicitly said, often supplemented with contextual information. They contrast with implicatures, the information that the speaker conveys without actually stating it.

The truth value of a sentence is determined using its explicature…”

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Date: 6/07/2025 14:02:02
From: Michael V
ID: 2298443
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Kingy said:


Just been outside pruning some trees that overhang the house in case of severe storms. It’s currently 65kmh, gusting to 87kmh and rising. The first main front is due in about 10-15 minutes. Hattens are being batched.

Stay safe.

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Date: 6/07/2025 14:02:40
From: Peak Warming Man
ID: 2298444
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

transition said:


my reads

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Explicature
“Explicature is a technical term in pragmatics, the branch of linguistics that concerns the meaning given to an utterance by its context. The explicatures of a sentence are what is explicitly said, often supplemented with contextual information. They contrast with implicatures, the information that the speaker conveys without actually stating it.

The truth value of a sentence is determined using its explicature…”

Very good

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Date: 6/07/2025 14:02:49
From: Michael V
ID: 2298445
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Woodie said:


CAR’N SWANNIES!!!! 🦢🦢🦢🦢🦢🦢

CHILLI CON CAR’N SWANNIES!!!! 🦢🦢🦢🦢🦢🦢

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Date: 6/07/2025 14:03:47
From: Peak Warming Man
ID: 2298446
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Time to pack up and head down the mountain.

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Date: 6/07/2025 14:06:44
From: transition
ID: 2298447
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

27mm rain so far last couple day

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Date: 6/07/2025 14:07:32
From: Kingy
ID: 2298448
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Peak Warming Man said:


Time to pack up and head down the mountain.

Disconnect the Tritons battery terminal first.

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Date: 6/07/2025 14:13:02
From: Spiny Norman
ID: 2298452
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

There seems to be news of the passing of Peter Russell-Clarke.

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Date: 6/07/2025 14:16:43
From: btm
ID: 2298453
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Just been looking at my video library. There are some duplicates I need to expunge, but there are currently more than 190,000, about a third of which are full-length movies.

I’m trying to find a decent media player/manager. None of the most popular ones (vlc, kodi, mplayer, etc) seem any good; I’ve had a look at jellyfin, which seems to have most of what I want, but it’s written in C#, which is only any use on Windows boxen (I run unix and linux.) Looks like I’ll have to write my own.

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Date: 6/07/2025 14:18:45
From: Divine Angel
ID: 2298455
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Spiny Norman said:


There seems to be news of the passing of Peter Russell-Clarke.

Damn, I used to watch his cooking show on ABC as a kid. It was just before the news IIRC

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Date: 6/07/2025 14:19:19
From: roughbarked
ID: 2298456
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Spiny Norman said:


There seems to be news of the passing of Peter Russell-Clarke.

Seems to be true indeed. :( He was a fairly harmless chef. Bon Apetit.

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Date: 6/07/2025 14:21:02
From: Bubblecar
ID: 2298457
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Spiny Norman said:


There seems to be news of the passing of Peter Russell-Clarke.

Good long innings, 89.

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Date: 6/07/2025 14:22:13
From: roughbarked
ID: 2298458
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Bubblecar said:


Spiny Norman said:

There seems to be news of the passing of Peter Russell-Clarke.

Good long innings, 89.

Must have been all that good food and nil hard work.

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Date: 6/07/2025 14:28:08
From: Bogsnorkler
ID: 2298462
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

roughbarked said:


Spiny Norman said:

There seems to be news of the passing of Peter Russell-Clarke.

Seems to be true indeed. :( He was a fairly harmless chef. Bon Apetit.

Bon Appetit was Ian Parmenter.

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Date: 6/07/2025 14:28:56
From: Kingy
ID: 2298463
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Divine Angel said:


Spiny Norman said:

There seems to be news of the passing of Peter Russell-Clarke.

Damn, I used to watch his cooking show on ABC as a kid. It was just before the news IIRC

Come & get it.

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Date: 6/07/2025 14:31:44
From: dv
ID: 2298465
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

A good knock, I reckon he enjoyed his life

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Date: 6/07/2025 14:31:58
From: roughbarked
ID: 2298466
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Bogsnorkler said:


roughbarked said:

Spiny Norman said:

There seems to be news of the passing of Peter Russell-Clarke.

Seems to be true indeed. :( He was a fairly harmless chef. Bon Apetit.

Bon Appetit was Ian Parmenter.

well, g’day. ;)

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Date: 6/07/2025 14:32:26
From: roughbarked
ID: 2298467
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

dv said:


A good knock, I reckon he enjoyed his life

He did. He always seemed to have a smile on his dial.

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Date: 6/07/2025 14:36:16
From: Woodie
ID: 2298468
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Michael V said:


Woodie said:

CAR’N SWANNIES!!!! 🦢🦢🦢🦢🦢🦢

CHILLI CON CAR’N SWANNIES!!!! 🦢🦢🦢🦢🦢🦢

Yes. There are a few meaty hot Swannies out there.😁

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Date: 6/07/2025 14:42:06
From: kii
ID: 2298469
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

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Date: 6/07/2025 14:48:23
From: Woodie
ID: 2298472
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

btm said:


Just been looking at my video library. There are some duplicates I need to expunge, but there are currently more than 190,000, about a third of which are full-length movies.

I’m trying to find a decent media player/manager. None of the most popular ones (vlc, kodi, mplayer, etc) seem any good; I’ve had a look at jellyfin, which seems to have most of what I want, but it’s written in C#, which is only any use on Windows boxen (I run unix and linux.) Looks like I’ll have to write my own.

I’m quite OK with Kodi (on Raspberry Pi). Will catalogue and xref everything for you from online databases (genre, cast, year, director, synopsis etc) keeps track of where you are up to for half watched stuff. It does have a learning curve to get things the way you want them.

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Date: 6/07/2025 14:52:40
From: Divine Angel
ID: 2298474
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Woodie said:


btm said:

Just been looking at my video library. There are some duplicates I need to expunge, but there are currently more than 190,000, about a third of which are full-length movies.

I’m trying to find a decent media player/manager. None of the most popular ones (vlc, kodi, mplayer, etc) seem any good; I’ve had a look at jellyfin, which seems to have most of what I want, but it’s written in C#, which is only any use on Windows boxen (I run unix and linux.) Looks like I’ll have to write my own.

I’m quite OK with Kodi (on Raspberry Pi). Will catalogue and xref everything for you from online databases (genre, cast, year, director, synopsis etc) keeps track of where you are up to for half watched stuff. It does have a learning curve to get things the way you want them.

Emby does that for us too. We used to run it off a raspberry pi; I don’t know the exact setup Mr Mutant uses now. To find things we use LunaSea.

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Date: 6/07/2025 15:09:23
From: Michael V
ID: 2298475
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

btm said:


Just been looking at my video library. There are some duplicates I need to expunge, but there are currently more than 190,000, about a third of which are full-length movies.

I’m trying to find a decent media player/manager. None of the most popular ones (vlc, kodi, mplayer, etc) seem any good; I’ve had a look at jellyfin, which seems to have most of what I want, but it’s written in C#, which is only any use on Windows boxen (I run unix and linux.) Looks like I’ll have to write my own.

Gosh.

How could you ever watch them all?

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Date: 6/07/2025 15:10:40
From: Michael V
ID: 2298476
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Bubblecar said:


Spiny Norman said:

There seems to be news of the passing of Peter Russell-Clarke.

Good long innings, 89.

And he’s been doing kitchenware ads recently.

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Date: 6/07/2025 15:12:07
From: Michael V
ID: 2298477
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Woodie said:


Michael V said:

Woodie said:

CAR’N SWANNIES!!!! 🦢🦢🦢🦢🦢🦢

CHILLI CON CAR’N SWANNIES!!!! 🦢🦢🦢🦢🦢🦢

Yes. There are a few meaty hot Swannies out there.😁

Ya cheeky thing.

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Date: 6/07/2025 15:14:04
From: kii
ID: 2298478
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Michael V said:


Bubblecar said:

Spiny Norman said:

There seems to be news of the passing of Peter Russell-Clarke.

Good long innings, 89.

And he’s been doing kitchenware ads recently.

Wasn’t he doing those 2 decades ago?

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Date: 6/07/2025 15:16:32
From: Michael V
ID: 2298479
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

kii said:


Michael V said:

Bubblecar said:

Good long innings, 89.

And he’s been doing kitchenware ads recently.

Wasn’t he doing those 2 decades ago?

I don’t know.

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Date: 6/07/2025 15:21:37
From: kii
ID: 2298480
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Michael V said:


kii said:

Michael V said:

And he’s been doing kitchenware ads recently.

Wasn’t he doing those 2 decades ago?

I don’t know.

Okay.

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Date: 6/07/2025 15:23:50
From: dv
ID: 2298481
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

That’s recent in geological terms

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Date: 6/07/2025 15:31:18
From: Michael V
ID: 2298483
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

dv said:


That’s recent in geological terms

:)

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Date: 6/07/2025 15:51:42
From: Woodie
ID: 2298485
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

YAYAYAYAYAYAY for Swannies!!🦢🦢🦢🦢🦢🦢

FMD Swannies. Make it hard for yourselves or what!!!

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Date: 6/07/2025 16:37:12
From: party_pants
ID: 2298493
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Woodie said:


YAYAYAYAYAYAY for Swannies!!🦢🦢🦢🦢🦢🦢

FMD Swannies. Make it hard for yourselves or what!!!

bit of a bummer that. I tipped Freo, they got close but not close enough.

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Date: 6/07/2025 16:43:48
From: Bogsnorkler
ID: 2298494
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

JUST TO SHOW YOU THE POWER OF CULTMANGA DOOMSDAY IS TOMORROW.

See this airport in Japan? It’s empty. Airplane travel has fallen 11% already this month – and many flights have been canceled for tomorrow. Why? Because an old comic book declared apocalyptic natural disasters will happen.
Even though the author herself is announcing that this is not a prophecy.

Unfortunately, she’s been right before.

According to Japan Today, the manga publication is called “The Future I Saw” by Ryo Tatsuki.

It was first published in 1999, and referenced a major natural disaster in March 2011— which happened to be the very month Japan endured a deadly earthquake, tsunami and nuclear disaster at Fukushima in Japan’s northeast.
The story was republished in 2021, and some readers now claim the latest edition predicts a new catastrophe specifically on July 5, 2025, which is sparking waves of alarm on social media not only in Japan, but in Hong Kong and neighboring Asian territories, Reuters reports.

Flights from Hong Kong to Japan have dropped by half, despite steep discounts and offers of earthquake insurance. Some airlines have suspended all flights completely until September.
Even flights from America have been affected.

Because we human beings are like that. Once an idea gets put in our heads, and it is repeated and believed by people around us, no matter how rational we think we are… well….

There is a reason Trump tells the same rally stories even when he is not speaking at a rally, and why FOX amplifies and repeats them too. And then spreads them to every corner of the internet.

There is a reason he is mentioning God and the supernatural more often. It’s not because he believes. But because “we” do.

The power of cult is greater than truth.

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Date: 6/07/2025 16:54:10
From: dv
ID: 2298495
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Bogsnorkler said:


JUST TO SHOW YOU THE POWER OF CULTMANGA DOOMSDAY IS TOMORROW.

Make Airport Nippon Great Again

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Date: 6/07/2025 17:57:53
From: fsm
ID: 2298520
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Australian celebrity chef Peter Russell-Clarke dies aged 89

https://www.abc.net.au/news/2025-07-06/peter-russell-clarke-dies-aged-89/105500112

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Date: 6/07/2025 18:45:33
From: Peak Warming Man
ID: 2298529
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

fsm said:


Australian celebrity chef Peter Russell-Clarke dies aged 89

https://www.abc.net.au/news/2025-07-06/peter-russell-clarke-dies-aged-89/105500112

Pete, gone.
A good innings.

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Date: 6/07/2025 18:52:05
From: Peak Warming Man
ID: 2298531
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Stealing someones food is a pretty low act.

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Date: 6/07/2025 19:21:06
From: dv
ID: 2298542
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Peak Warming Man said:


Stealing someones food is a pretty low act.

ha

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Date: 6/07/2025 19:22:31
From: dv
ID: 2298544
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

pissipitating heavily here

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Date: 6/07/2025 19:31:07
From: Peak Warming Man
ID: 2298552
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

dv said:


pissipitating heavily here

Thoughts and prayers.

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Date: 6/07/2025 19:34:57
From: Woodie
ID: 2298555
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

I do like my toys, even if I do say so my self. 😁

How long would that pile last you lot?

Thems 1/4 rounds in the foreground were full rounds to begin with.

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Date: 6/07/2025 19:37:12
From: transition
ID: 2298558
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Woodie said:


I do like my toys, even if I do say so my self. 😁

How long would that pile last you lot?

Thems 1/4 rounds in the foreground were full rounds to begin with.


you’ve been splitting

popcorn here in a moment, salt just going on

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Date: 6/07/2025 19:38:17
From: Woodie
ID: 2298559
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

dv said:


pissipitating heavily here

You got a tin roof?

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Date: 6/07/2025 19:40:21
From: Woodie
ID: 2298560
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

transition said:


Woodie said:

I do like my toys, even if I do say so my self. 😁

How long would that pile last you lot?

Thems 1/4 rounds in the foreground were full rounds to begin with.


you’ve been splitting

popcorn here in a moment, salt just going on

You can come over and stack it if you like, Mr Sition. Can’t get the car out til it’s stacked.

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Date: 6/07/2025 19:43:18
From: transition
ID: 2298561
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Woodie said:


transition said:

Woodie said:

I do like my toys, even if I do say so my self. 😁

How long would that pile last you lot?

Thems 1/4 rounds in the foreground were full rounds to begin with.


you’ve been splitting

popcorn here in a moment, salt just going on

You can come over and stack it if you like, Mr Sition. Can’t get the car out til it’s stacked.

yeah car’s a cazy lunt, don’t wait for him to help with anything, endless disappointment, you, and nobody deserved to suffer that much

good effort anyway, probably a gold star is in order

I could read the rain gauge in a moment, you stay there, you’ve done enough

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Date: 6/07/2025 19:48:03
From: Divine Angel
ID: 2298562
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Woodie said:


I do like my toys, even if I do say so my self. 😁

How long would that pile last you lot?

Thems 1/4 rounds in the foreground were full rounds to begin with.


They’d last here quite a long time, we don’t have a fireplace.

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Date: 6/07/2025 19:49:00
From: Divine Angel
ID: 2298563
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Anyway the book I’m reading about the “hot felon” is quite shit. Do not recommend.

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Date: 6/07/2025 19:49:15
From: party_pants
ID: 2298564
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Divine Angel said:


Woodie said:

I do like my toys, even if I do say so my self. 😁

How long would that pile last you lot?

Thems 1/4 rounds in the foreground were full rounds to begin with.


They’d last here quite a long time, we don’t have a fireplace.

+1

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Date: 6/07/2025 20:11:11
From: Ian
ID: 2298570
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Peak Warming Man said:


Stealing someones food is a pretty low act.

But not as low as stealing her main internal organs.

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Date: 6/07/2025 21:08:24
From: buffy
ID: 2298583
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Woodie said:


transition said:

Woodie said:

I do like my toys, even if I do say so my self. 😁

How long would that pile last you lot?

Thems 1/4 rounds in the foreground were full rounds to begin with.


you’ve been splitting

popcorn here in a moment, salt just going on

You can come over and stack it if you like, Mr Sition. Can’t get the car out til it’s stacked.

We’ve got the back of the ute full of rounds of stringybark and blackwood (Acacia melanoxylon – yes, the good furniture wood). We won’t need the hydraulic splitter for them, they are very dry and very straight. So we will stack them as is and hand split as we need them. There is another half ute load still sitting in a pile at the bush block. Didn’t want to do more than one layer on the tray. Hopefully no-one will help themselves to it.

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Date: 6/07/2025 21:21:02
From: Bubblecar
ID: 2298586
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

buffy said:


Woodie said:

transition said:

you’ve been splitting

popcorn here in a moment, salt just going on

You can come over and stack it if you like, Mr Sition. Can’t get the car out til it’s stacked.

We’ve got the back of the ute full of rounds of stringybark and blackwood (Acacia melanoxylon – yes, the good furniture wood). We won’t need the hydraulic splitter for them, they are very dry and very straight. So we will stack them as is and hand split as we need them. There is another half ute load still sitting in a pile at the bush block. Didn’t want to do more than one layer on the tray. Hopefully no-one will help themselves to it.

I remember chopping up beautiful fiddleback blackwood for the stove at South Mole Creek, a damn shame really.

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Date: 6/07/2025 21:57:14
From: Divine Angel
ID: 2298594
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Watched The Surfer. Didn’t quite stick the landing. Some interesting direction choices. Goes like it was written by someone straight out of screenwriting school.

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Date: 6/07/2025 22:13:26
From: Kingy
ID: 2298595
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Divine Angel said:


Watched The Surfer. Didn’t quite stick the landing. Some interesting direction choices. Goes like it was written by someone straight out of screenwriting school.

Most people I know that have watched it didn’t even make it to the end. 30 minutes in and they watched something else instead. These are people that live here where it was filmed.

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Date: 6/07/2025 22:15:08
From: Divine Angel
ID: 2298596
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Kingy said:


Divine Angel said:

Watched The Surfer. Didn’t quite stick the landing. Some interesting direction choices. Goes like it was written by someone straight out of screenwriting school.

Most people I know that have watched it didn’t even make it to the end. 30 minutes in and they watched something else instead. These are people that live here where it was filmed.

Shane, it started getting good around the 45 minute mark. Had Death of a Salesman vibes about it.

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Date: 6/07/2025 22:47:49
From: Michael V
ID: 2298603
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Woodie said:


I do like my toys, even if I do say so my self. 😁

How long would that pile last you lot?

Thems 1/4 rounds in the foreground were full rounds to begin with.


It’d last me a very long time.

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Date: 6/07/2025 22:48:00
From: dv
ID: 2298604
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Of course you did

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Date: 6/07/2025 23:01:05
From: Woodie
ID: 2298611
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Michael V said:


Woodie said:

I do like my toys, even if I do say so my self. 😁

How long would that pile last you lot?

Thems 1/4 rounds in the foreground were full rounds to begin with.


It’d last me a very long time.

I’d reckon 4 weeks for me (the pile that’s fully split).

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Date: 6/07/2025 23:06:49
From: btm
ID: 2298616
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Woodie said:


Michael V said:

Woodie said:

I do like my toys, even if I do say so my self. 😁

How long would that pile last you lot?

Thems 1/4 rounds in the foreground were full rounds to begin with.


It’d last me a very long time.

I’d reckon 4 weeks for me (the pile that’s fully split).

I reckon that’d last me two witches.

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Date: 6/07/2025 23:13:37
From: Michael V
ID: 2298620
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Woodie said:


Michael V said:

Woodie said:

I do like my toys, even if I do say so my self. 😁

How long would that pile last you lot?

Thems 1/4 rounds in the foreground were full rounds to begin with.


It’d last me a very long time.

I’d reckon 4 weeks for me (the pile that’s fully split).

:)

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Date: 6/07/2025 23:14:36
From: Woodie
ID: 2298621
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

btm said:


Woodie said:

Michael V said:

It’d last me a very long time.

I’d reckon 4 weeks for me (the pile that’s fully split).

I reckon that’d last me two witches.

But what if they’ve built a bridge out of her first?

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Date: 6/07/2025 23:14:47
From: Witty Rejoinder
ID: 2298623
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Neanderthal DNA may refute 65,000-year-old date for human occupation in Australia, but not all experts are convinced

https://www.yahoo.com/news/neanderthal-dna-may-refute-65-174302091.html

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Date: 7/07/2025 07:17:19
From: Divine Angel
ID: 2298641
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Possible early shower with sunny afternoon, top of 23.

Mr Mutant has a prod zero day but we haven’t really made any plans.

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Date: 7/07/2025 07:19:32
From: Divine Angel
ID: 2298642
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Oh, and I dreamed John Travolta died.

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Date: 7/07/2025 07:29:39
From: buffy
ID: 2298644
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Good morning Holidayers. Presently 2 degrees at the back door and starting to get light. Sunup today is at 7.50am. We are forecast 14 degrees after morning fog.

No particular plans for today. The firewood has to come off the ute and be stacked. There are plenty of weeds about. And there is some maar-ing. I probably should do the maar-ing as it is forecast to rain tomorrow. A good amount, up to 15mm.

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Date: 7/07/2025 07:39:03
From: The Rev Dodgson
ID: 2298645
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Witty Rejoinder said:


Neanderthal DNA may refute 65,000-year-old date for human occupation in Australia, but not all experts are convinced

https://www.yahoo.com/news/neanderthal-dna-may-refute-65-174302091.html

I don’t see the argument for the stated conclusion.

Why can’t the first arrival be 65,000 years ago (or even earlier), with subsequent later arrivals of people with neanderthal DNA?

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Date: 7/07/2025 07:40:36
From: Bubblecar
ID: 2298647
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Morning. Thick fog out there, might not clear for hours yet. Heading for 12 and a min of 2.

Today there’ll be music, housework, crosswords etc. There may be a parcel from Booktopia and a parcel of underwear.

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Date: 7/07/2025 08:18:05
From: Witty Rejoinder
ID: 2298651
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

The Rev Dodgson said:


Witty Rejoinder said:

Neanderthal DNA may refute 65,000-year-old date for human occupation in Australia, but not all experts are convinced

https://www.yahoo.com/news/neanderthal-dna-may-refute-65-174302091.html

I don’t see the argument for the stated conclusion.

Why can’t the first arrival be 65,000 years ago (or even earlier), with subsequent later arrivals of people with neanderthal DNA?


Yeah I wondered that too.

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Date: 7/07/2025 08:35:53
From: Divine Angel
ID: 2298653
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

So much for that walk. Got 100m, tripped over a crack in the concrete, rolled my ankle. Two guys helped me up, and a lady offered to get her car and drive me home. I just walked home instead 🫠

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Date: 7/07/2025 08:41:06
From: Bubblecar
ID: 2298654
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Divine Angel said:


So much for that walk. Got 100m, tripped over a crack in the concrete, rolled my ankle. Two guys helped me up, and a lady offered to get her car and drive me home. I just walked home instead 🫠

Damn. No lasting damage?

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Date: 7/07/2025 08:44:51
From: Divine Angel
ID: 2298655
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Bubblecar said:


Divine Angel said:

So much for that walk. Got 100m, tripped over a crack in the concrete, rolled my ankle. Two guys helped me up, and a lady offered to get her car and drive me home. I just walked home instead 🫠

Damn. No lasting damage?

Nah, it’s not a bad one. Mostly just embarrassed at falling over on a footpath.

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Date: 7/07/2025 08:49:20
From: Bubblecar
ID: 2298657
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Divine Angel said:


Bubblecar said:

Divine Angel said:

So much for that walk. Got 100m, tripped over a crack in the concrete, rolled my ankle. Two guys helped me up, and a lady offered to get her car and drive me home. I just walked home instead 🫠

Damn. No lasting damage?

Nah, it’s not a bad one. Mostly just embarrassed at falling over on a footpath.

It also took two men to lift me up after my last fall, using all their strength.

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Date: 7/07/2025 08:51:34
From: Divine Angel
ID: 2298658
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Bubblecar said:


Divine Angel said:

Bubblecar said:

Damn. No lasting damage?

Nah, it’s not a bad one. Mostly just embarrassed at falling over on a footpath.

It also took two men to lift me up after my last fall, using all their strength.

Luckily I didn’t land on my wrist!

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Date: 7/07/2025 08:54:25
From: Michael V
ID: 2298659
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Divine Angel said:


Bubblecar said:

Divine Angel said:

So much for that walk. Got 100m, tripped over a crack in the concrete, rolled my ankle. Two guys helped me up, and a lady offered to get her car and drive me home. I just walked home instead 🫠

Damn. No lasting damage?

Nah, it’s not a bad one. Mostly just embarrassed at falling over on a footpath.

Councils do like to know about concrete footpath trip hazards, so they can schedule them for grinding. It’s important to let them know.

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Date: 7/07/2025 08:56:31
From: Michael V
ID: 2298660
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Divine Angel said:


Bubblecar said:

Divine Angel said:

Nah, it’s not a bad one. Mostly just embarrassed at falling over on a footpath.

It also took two men to lift me up after my last fall, using all their strength.

Luckily I didn’t land on my wrist!

Do you have a dodgy wrist already?

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Date: 7/07/2025 08:56:59
From: Divine Angel
ID: 2298661
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Michael V said:

Councils do like to know about concrete footpath trip hazards, so they can schedule them for grinding. It’s important to let them know.

Oh right. I forgot to Snap Send Solve. It’s been like that for years as the tree roots and regular flooding disrupt the footpath’s stability. I reckon I’ll be OK later today so I’ll try again. If not, I’ll send Mr Mutant down to take a photo.

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Date: 7/07/2025 09:01:59
From: Divine Angel
ID: 2298662
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Michael V said:


Divine Angel said:

Bubblecar said:

It also took two men to lift me up after my last fall, using all their strength.

Luckily I didn’t land on my wrist!

Do you have a dodgy wrist already?

No, but my wrists are quite petite, only about 90mm around. If I fell on them they’d snap like a twig.

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Date: 7/07/2025 09:02:46
From: Divine Angel
ID: 2298663
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Divine Angel said:


Michael V said:

Divine Angel said:

Luckily I didn’t land on my wrist!

Do you have a dodgy wrist already?

No, but my wrists are quite petite, only about 90mm around. If I fell on them they’d snap like a twig.

I’ve left off a digit, 190mm.

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Date: 7/07/2025 09:02:49
From: Michael V
ID: 2298664
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Divine Angel said:


Michael V said:

Councils do like to know about concrete footpath trip hazards, so they can schedule them for grinding. It’s important to let them know.

Oh right. I forgot to Snap Send Solve. It’s been like that for years as the tree roots and regular flooding disrupt the footpath’s stability. I reckon I’ll be OK later today so I’ll try again. If not, I’ll send Mr Mutant down to take a photo.

G’donya.

:)

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Date: 7/07/2025 09:04:37
From: Michael V
ID: 2298665
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Divine Angel said:


Michael V said:

Divine Angel said:

Luckily I didn’t land on my wrist!

Do you have a dodgy wrist already?

No, but my wrists are quite petite, only about 90mm around. If I fell on them they’d snap like a twig.

Ah.

I wouldn’t have a clue about my wrists’ circumferences.

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Date: 7/07/2025 09:05:26
From: Divine Angel
ID: 2298666
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Michael V said:


Divine Angel said:

Michael V said:

Do you have a dodgy wrist already?

No, but my wrists are quite petite, only about 90mm around. If I fell on them they’d snap like a twig.

Ah.

I wouldn’t have a clue about my wrists’ circumferences.

I measured the watch band 😝

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Date: 7/07/2025 09:06:28
From: Michael V
ID: 2298667
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Divine Angel said:


Divine Angel said:

Michael V said:

Do you have a dodgy wrist already?

No, but my wrists are quite petite, only about 90mm around. If I fell on them they’d snap like a twig.

I’ve left off a digit, 190mm.

I might just have to measure mine now. You’ve made me curious.

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Date: 7/07/2025 09:09:00
From: Michael V
ID: 2298668
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Divine Angel said:


Michael V said:

Divine Angel said:

No, but my wrists are quite petite, only about 90mm around. If I fell on them they’d snap like a twig.

Ah.

I wouldn’t have a clue about my wrists’ circumferences.

I measured the watch band 😝

Ah. I haven’t used a wrist watch for about a third of a century.

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Date: 7/07/2025 09:14:15
From: kii
ID: 2298669
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Bubblecar said:


Divine Angel said:

So much for that walk. Got 100m, tripped over a crack in the concrete, rolled my ankle. Two guys helped me up, and a lady offered to get her car and drive me home. I just walked home instead 🫠

Damn. No lasting damage?

Yeah, her foot will probably fall off.
What a stupid question. It just happened and a doctor hasn’t been involved for a diagnosis.

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Date: 7/07/2025 09:14:55
From: Divine Angel
ID: 2298670
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Michael V said:


Divine Angel said:

Michael V said:

Ah.

I wouldn’t have a clue about my wrists’ circumferences.

I measured the watch band 😝

Ah. I haven’t used a wrist watch for about a third of a century.

I hadn’t worn one since 1999 but I need one for school. Sometimes I’m in the same class all day, sometimes I switch classes every half an hour. I got a smart watch so I have a timer and stopwatch. There’s a student prone to seizures so if I’m on playground duty near that student, and they have a seizure, I can time it. And set an alarm for me to head to the next class when I need to so I don’t lose track of time.

On my walks, it records distance, average pace, heartbeat, breaths etc.

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Date: 7/07/2025 09:16:37
From: kii
ID: 2298671
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Did you at least put an ice pack on it?

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Date: 7/07/2025 09:40:24
From: Peak Warming Man
ID: 2298674
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Morning pilgrims, after a spot of rain overnight it’s turned into a spiffing day.
Over,

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Date: 7/07/2025 09:48:41
From: Michael V
ID: 2298675
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Divine Angel said:


Michael V said:

Divine Angel said:

I measured the watch band 😝

Ah. I haven’t used a wrist watch for about a third of a century.

I hadn’t worn one since 1999 but I need one for school. Sometimes I’m in the same class all day, sometimes I switch classes every half an hour. I got a smart watch so I have a timer and stopwatch. There’s a student prone to seizures so if I’m on playground duty near that student, and they have a seizure, I can time it. And set an alarm for me to head to the next class when I need to so I don’t lose track of time.

On my walks, it records distance, average pace, heartbeat, breaths etc.

Gosh. Technology, hey.

Mrs V has a Garmin watch, but the band broke. I pulled it apart, and surprisingly, it has two separate hearing aid cells.

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Date: 7/07/2025 09:53:46
From: Peak Warming Man
ID: 2298676
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Divine Angel said:


Michael V said:

Divine Angel said:

I measured the watch band 😝

Ah. I haven’t used a wrist watch for about a third of a century.

I hadn’t worn one since 1999 but I need one for school. Sometimes I’m in the same class all day, sometimes I switch classes every half an hour. I got a smart watch so I have a timer and stopwatch. There’s a student prone to seizures so if I’m on playground duty near that student, and they have a seizure, I can time it. And set an alarm for me to head to the next class when I need to so I don’t lose track of time.

On my walks, it records distance, average pace, heartbeat, breaths etc.

And while you are looking at all that you go arse over.

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Date: 7/07/2025 09:57:36
From: Divine Angel
ID: 2298678
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Peak Warming Man said:


Divine Angel said:

Michael V said:

Ah. I haven’t used a wrist watch for about a third of a century.

I hadn’t worn one since 1999 but I need one for school. Sometimes I’m in the same class all day, sometimes I switch classes every half an hour. I got a smart watch so I have a timer and stopwatch. There’s a student prone to seizures so if I’m on playground duty near that student, and they have a seizure, I can time it. And set an alarm for me to head to the next class when I need to so I don’t lose track of time.

On my walks, it records distance, average pace, heartbeat, breaths etc.

And while you are looking at all that you go arse over.

This morning I was listening to the bird calls. Heard a curlew, sounding like someone being murdered in the mangroves. Don’t see many curlews around my house, but they nest at Mini Me’s school every year so I know they’re around.

At the moment I fell I was thinking I should have brought binoculars, hoping to identify some of the birds out in the bay.

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Date: 7/07/2025 09:58:58
From: kii
ID: 2298679
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Peak Warming Man said:


Divine Angel said:

Michael V said:

Ah. I haven’t used a wrist watch for about a third of a century.

I hadn’t worn one since 1999 but I need one for school. Sometimes I’m in the same class all day, sometimes I switch classes every half an hour. I got a smart watch so I have a timer and stopwatch. There’s a student prone to seizures so if I’m on playground duty near that student, and they have a seizure, I can time it. And set an alarm for me to head to the next class when I need to so I don’t lose track of time.

On my walks, it records distance, average pace, heartbeat, breaths etc.

And while you are looking at all that you go arse over.

My free new Apple watch arrives tomorrow, 4 days late. After my latest fall last year, and not having my phone near me, I decided that I might need something to call emergency help.
I used about 2 ice packs as soon as possible on my knee.

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Date: 7/07/2025 10:16:27
From: Cymek
ID: 2298682
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Hello

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Date: 7/07/2025 10:18:33
From: Peak Warming Man
ID: 2298683
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Cymek said:


Hello

Greetings.

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Date: 7/07/2025 10:34:15
From: Divine Angel
ID: 2298685
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

kii said:


Did you at least put an ice pack on it?

Yep

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Date: 7/07/2025 10:38:26
From: Divine Angel
ID: 2298686
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

kii said:


Peak Warming Man said:

Divine Angel said:

I hadn’t worn one since 1999 but I need one for school. Sometimes I’m in the same class all day, sometimes I switch classes every half an hour. I got a smart watch so I have a timer and stopwatch. There’s a student prone to seizures so if I’m on playground duty near that student, and they have a seizure, I can time it. And set an alarm for me to head to the next class when I need to so I don’t lose track of time.

On my walks, it records distance, average pace, heartbeat, breaths etc.

And while you are looking at all that you go arse over.

My free new Apple watch arrives tomorrow, 4 days late. After my latest fall last year, and not having my phone near me, I decided that I might need something to call emergency help.
I used about 2 ice packs as soon as possible on my knee.

Hmm, that’s a good point. This is the second time I’ve fallen, neither time has the watch detected it. Definitely has fall detection activated, I checked the first time I fell.

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Date: 7/07/2025 10:51:25
From: Divine Angel
ID: 2298688
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Divine Angel said:


kii said:

Peak Warming Man said:

And while you are looking at all that you go arse over.

My free new Apple watch arrives tomorrow, 4 days late. After my latest fall last year, and not having my phone near me, I decided that I might need something to call emergency help.
I used about 2 ice packs as soon as possible on my knee.

Hmm, that’s a good point. This is the second time I’ve fallen, neither time has the watch detected it. Definitely has fall detection activated, I checked the first time I fell.

There’s an option to have fall detection on just when exercising, or all the time. Mine’s set to “all the time”.

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Date: 7/07/2025 11:03:47
From: buffy
ID: 2298690
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Divine Angel said:


Divine Angel said:

Michael V said:

Do you have a dodgy wrist already?

No, but my wrists are quite petite, only about 90mm around. If I fell on them they’d snap like a twig.

I’ve left off a digit, 190mm.

You had me wondering. Mine are about 170 but I’ve never thought of them as petite. Nor fragile. I just thought that was normal. I’m still wearing a watch I’ve had since my 20s, so they can’t have changed much. I have slim ankles too. And narrow feet.

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Date: 7/07/2025 11:06:19
From: buffy
ID: 2298691
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Peak Warming Man said:


Morning pilgrims, after a spot of rain overnight it’s turned into a spiffing day.
Over,

Well all my outside stuff has been put off today. It rained overnight and a couple of hours ago a fog rolled in. It’s still here. So maar-ing is right off the agenda. So instead I have been amusing myself (?) with a bit of floor cleaning…

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Date: 7/07/2025 11:08:49
From: ruby
ID: 2298692
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

buffy said:


Divine Angel said:

Divine Angel said:

No, but my wrists are quite petite, only about 90mm around. If I fell on them they’d snap like a twig.

I’ve left off a digit, 190mm.

You had me wondering. Mine are about 170 but I’ve never thought of them as petite. Nor fragile. I just thought that was normal. I’m still wearing a watch I’ve had since my 20s, so they can’t have changed much. I have slim ankles too. And narrow feet.

So I had to measure my wrist as well. Same same, 170. DA, you now officially have sturdy wrists!

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Date: 7/07/2025 11:11:58
From: ruby
ID: 2298693
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

buffy said:


Peak Warming Man said:

Morning pilgrims, after a spot of rain overnight it’s turned into a spiffing day.
Over,

Well all my outside stuff has been put off today. It rained overnight and a couple of hours ago a fog rolled in. It’s still here. So maar-ing is right off the agenda. So instead I have been amusing myself (?) with a bit of floor cleaning…

Quite an intense hail storm last night, even the dog decided to get up for a look when it got really noisy. Luckily everything looked OK this morning.
School holidays so it’s grandkids time. Going to be a fabulous week of sunshine ahead so that’s lucky.

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Date: 7/07/2025 11:12:15
From: buffy
ID: 2298695
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

ruby said:


buffy said:

Divine Angel said:

I’ve left off a digit, 190mm.

You had me wondering. Mine are about 170 but I’ve never thought of them as petite. Nor fragile. I just thought that was normal. I’m still wearing a watch I’ve had since my 20s, so they can’t have changed much. I have slim ankles too. And narrow feet.

So I had to measure my wrist as well. Same same, 170. DA, you now officially have sturdy wrists!

I’m not the only one who didn’t know it was a Thing then…

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Date: 7/07/2025 11:13:33
From: Cymek
ID: 2298696
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Divine Angel said:


Divine Angel said:

kii said:

My free new Apple watch arrives tomorrow, 4 days late. After my latest fall last year, and not having my phone near me, I decided that I might need something to call emergency help.
I used about 2 ice packs as soon as possible on my knee.

Hmm, that’s a good point. This is the second time I’ve fallen, neither time has the watch detected it. Definitely has fall detection activated, I checked the first time I fell.

There’s an option to have fall detection on just when exercising, or all the time. Mine’s set to “all the time”.

Has it ever worked ?

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Date: 7/07/2025 11:24:56
From: Bubblecar
ID: 2298699
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

buffy said:


ruby said:

buffy said:

You had me wondering. Mine are about 170 but I’ve never thought of them as petite. Nor fragile. I just thought that was normal. I’m still wearing a watch I’ve had since my 20s, so they can’t have changed much. I have slim ankles too. And narrow feet.

So I had to measure my wrist as well. Same same, 170. DA, you now officially have sturdy wrists!

I’m not the only one who didn’t know it was a Thing then…

Mine: 210.

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Date: 7/07/2025 11:29:22
From: Michael V
ID: 2298700
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

ruby said:


buffy said:

Divine Angel said:

I’ve left off a digit, 190mm.

You had me wondering. Mine are about 170 but I’ve never thought of them as petite. Nor fragile. I just thought that was normal. I’m still wearing a watch I’ve had since my 20s, so they can’t have changed much. I have slim ankles too. And narrow feet.

So I had to measure my wrist as well. Same same, 170. DA, you now officially have sturdy wrists!

Mine are 185 mm circumference.

Fallen plenty of times. Never broken a wrist that I know of.

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Date: 7/07/2025 11:31:54
From: ruby
ID: 2298701
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

And Buffy, you are now officially An Influencer.
I was in Bunnings the other day and spotted a pack of bunching onions, bought and planted. So now I shall have my own patch.
A friend on the dawn walk keeps raving every time I wear my nordic style whale jumper, so I offered to knit him his very own version. After checking out the wool offerings at Spotlight, I went to the Benigo Mill website and ordered the very best Aussie owned and made wool. Thanks Buffy!

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Date: 7/07/2025 11:33:05
From: Bogsnorkler
ID: 2298702
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Michael V said:


ruby said:

]

Mine are 185 mm circumference.

Fallen plenty of times. Never broken a wrist that I know of.

230

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Date: 7/07/2025 11:44:36
From: Peak Warming Man
ID: 2298704
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Gees they’re taking their time in finding that woman guilty.

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Date: 7/07/2025 11:45:54
From: buffy
ID: 2298705
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

ruby said:


And Buffy, you are now officially An Influencer.
I was in Bunnings the other day and spotted a pack of bunching onions, bought and planted. So now I shall have my own patch.
A friend on the dawn walk keeps raving every time I wear my nordic style whale jumper, so I offered to knit him his very own version. After checking out the wool offerings at Spotlight, I went to the Benigo Mill website and ordered the very best Aussie owned and made wool. Thanks Buffy!

:) I expect you will receive the package quite promptly, they have always been very efficient when I’ve ordered stuff.

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Date: 7/07/2025 11:46:43
From: buffy
ID: 2298706
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

I should patch/darn my gardening jumper. Again. Soon it will be more darns than knitted.

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Date: 7/07/2025 11:54:12
From: kii
ID: 2298707
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

ruby said:


buffy said:

Divine Angel said:

I’ve left off a digit, 190mm.

You had me wondering. Mine are about 170 but I’ve never thought of them as petite. Nor fragile. I just thought that was normal. I’m still wearing a watch I’ve had since my 20s, so they can’t have changed much. I have slim ankles too. And narrow feet.

So I had to measure my wrist as well. Same same, 170. DA, you now officially have sturdy wrists!

My left wrist is about 187mm. My right one is bigger as I am right-handed.

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Date: 7/07/2025 11:58:14
From: kii
ID: 2298709
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Just spoke with son#2. I cried for a bit. Especially when he said he wanted to go to Montana to see mr kii’s memorial plaque and niche at the military cemetery. I really don’t think I could manage that.

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Date: 7/07/2025 12:05:13
From: Michael V
ID: 2298712
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Right.

That’s the 2 kg bag of chook pieces bundled up into eight lots of two. Six lots have been put into the freezer. Four small drumsticks have been put aside for Thai curry (tomorrow and Thursday night’s dinner).

Fish fillets that PNG Trish gave us have been taken out of the freezer. Some of them will be used for tonight’s meal, some for Wednesday night.

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Date: 7/07/2025 12:13:16
From: Peak Warming Man
ID: 2298715
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Michael V said:


Right.

That’s the 2 kg bag of chook pieces bundled up into eight lots of two. Six lots have been put into the freezer. Four small drumsticks have been put aside for Thai curry (tomorrow and Thursday night’s dinner).

Fish fillets that PNG Trish gave us have been taken out of the freezer. Some of them will be used for tonight’s meal, some for Wednesday night.

What are you going to do with the fish fillets?

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Date: 7/07/2025 12:13:26
From: ruby
ID: 2298716
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

buffy said:


ruby said:

And Buffy, you are now officially An Influencer.
I was in Bunnings the other day and spotted a pack of bunching onions, bought and planted. So now I shall have my own patch.
A friend on the dawn walk keeps raving every time I wear my nordic style whale jumper, so I offered to knit him his very own version. After checking out the wool offerings at Spotlight, I went to the Benigo Mill website and ordered the very best Aussie owned and made wool. Thanks Buffy!

:) I expect you will receive the package quite promptly, they have always been very efficient when I’ve ordered stuff.

Two of the colours he wanted for the waves and the whales were ‘preorder’ ones, so I shall be interested to see if they hold the package and send them all at once, or send two.
I’ll be ordering again, they have a great range of wool. And needles! I ordered a big chunky round needle for $8, which I had priced out from the local haberdashery at $25.

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Date: 7/07/2025 12:28:12
From: Michael V
ID: 2298721
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Peak Warming Man said:


Michael V said:

Right.

That’s the 2 kg bag of chook pieces bundled up into eight lots of two. Six lots have been put into the freezer. Four small drumsticks have been put aside for Thai curry (tomorrow and Thursday night’s dinner).

Fish fillets that PNG Trish gave us have been taken out of the freezer. Some of them will be used for tonight’s meal, some for Wednesday night.

What are you going to do with the fish fillets?

Mrs V will be dealing with them tonight. Likely covered with shaved parmesan and half cherry tomatoes, then microwaved, and served with microwaved vegetables.

Sometime or other, I will be making velveted Chinese very thin fish pieces in a spicy vegetable sauce. That may be on Wednesday – I don’t know yet.

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Date: 7/07/2025 12:55:08
From: Peak Warming Man
ID: 2298727
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Michael V said:


Peak Warming Man said:

Michael V said:

Right.

That’s the 2 kg bag of chook pieces bundled up into eight lots of two. Six lots have been put into the freezer. Four small drumsticks have been put aside for Thai curry (tomorrow and Thursday night’s dinner).

Fish fillets that PNG Trish gave us have been taken out of the freezer. Some of them will be used for tonight’s meal, some for Wednesday night.

What are you going to do with the fish fillets?

Mrs V will be dealing with them tonight. Likely covered with shaved parmesan and half cherry tomatoes, then microwaved, and served with microwaved vegetables.

Sometime or other, I will be making velveted Chinese very thin fish pieces in a spicy vegetable sauce. That may be on Wednesday – I don’t know yet.

Roger.

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Date: 7/07/2025 13:02:33
From: Bubblecar
ID: 2298732
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Went out to check my letterbox and it’s still very foggy out there.

Letterbox was just clogged with election propaganda.

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Date: 7/07/2025 13:49:46
From: Woodie
ID: 2298745
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

They’ve reached a verdict apparently…………………………………

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Date: 7/07/2025 13:52:07
From: Divine Angel
ID: 2298746
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Woodie said:


They’ve reached a verdict apparently…………………………………

Hang on , let me just make some popcorn

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Date: 7/07/2025 13:56:24
From: Bubblecar
ID: 2298748
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Woodie said:


They’ve reached a verdict apparently…………………………………

Until they open the box and look, she’s guilty and not guilty.

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Date: 7/07/2025 14:02:37
From: Divine Angel
ID: 2298749
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

And in more breaking news

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Date: 7/07/2025 14:03:11
From: Peak Warming Man
ID: 2298750
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Bubblecar said:


Woodie said:

They’ve reached a verdict apparently…………………………………

Until they open the box and look, she’s guilty and not guilty.

Well if there is reasonable doubt.
If you can trust yourself when all men doubt you,
But make allowance for their doubting too;
If you can wait and not be tired by waiting,
Or being lied about, don’t deal in lies,
Or being hated, don’t give way to hating,

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Date: 7/07/2025 14:17:22
From: Cymek
ID: 2298754
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Divine Angel said:


And in more breaking news

I saw that myself.

Its not exactly breaking news is it

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Date: 7/07/2025 14:20:32
From: Divine Angel
ID: 2298756
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Guilty on all charges

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Date: 7/07/2025 14:22:10
From: ruby
ID: 2298757
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Divine Angel said:


Guilty on all charges

Was not expecting that. Huh.

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Date: 7/07/2025 14:22:54
From: Witty Rejoinder
ID: 2298758
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Divine Angel said:


Guilty on all charges

The ABC News channel isn’t reporting that yet.

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Date: 7/07/2025 14:23:16
From: Woodie
ID: 2298759
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Divine Angel said:


Guilty on all charges

Move along. Nothing to see here. There’ll be an appeal.

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Date: 7/07/2025 14:23:23
From: Peak Warming Man
ID: 2298760
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

She’s a witch.

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Date: 7/07/2025 14:23:37
From: Witty Rejoinder
ID: 2298761
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Witty Rejoinder said:


Divine Angel said:

Guilty on all charges

The ABC News channel isn’t reporting that yet.

You’re right. Maybe my stream is on delay.

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Date: 7/07/2025 14:23:56
From: Divine Angel
ID: 2298763
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Witty Rejoinder said:


Divine Angel said:

Guilty on all charges

The ABC News channel isn’t reporting that yet.

I was watching the livestream on their website

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Date: 7/07/2025 14:25:45
From: kii
ID: 2298764
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

ruby said:


Divine Angel said:

Guilty on all charges

Was not expecting that. Huh.

Maybe all the stupid jokes will stop, but I doubt it.
People are horrendous pieces of shit.

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Date: 7/07/2025 14:26:06
From: Michael V
ID: 2298765
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Divine Angel said:


And in more breaking news

Fantastic.

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Date: 7/07/2025 14:26:15
From: fsm
ID: 2298766
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Mushroom murder trial verdict live: Jury finds Erin Patterson guilty of three counts of murder

https://www.abc.net.au/news/2025-07-07/erin-patterson-mushroom-murder-trial-verdict-live-blog/105477452

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Date: 7/07/2025 14:27:19
From: Peak Warming Man
ID: 2298768
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

A cup of piping hot black tea with half an orange squeezed into it is very refreshing.
Over.

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Date: 7/07/2025 14:27:23
From: Witty Rejoinder
ID: 2298769
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Divine Angel said:


Witty Rejoinder said:

Divine Angel said:

Guilty on all charges

The ABC News channel isn’t reporting that yet.

I was watching the livestream on their website

Ahhh… i’m watching the news channel on iView on my bedroom smart tv. It sometimes plays funny buggers with how live the stream is for some reason.

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Date: 7/07/2025 14:28:27
From: Witty Rejoinder
ID: 2298770
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

kii said:


ruby said:

Divine Angel said:

Guilty on all charges

Was not expecting that. Huh.

Maybe all the stupid jokes will stop, but I doubt it.
People are horrendous pieces of shit.

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Date: 7/07/2025 14:28:46
From: Woodie
ID: 2298771
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Peak Warming Man said:


She’s a witch.

…… and what do we do with witches??

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Date: 7/07/2025 14:30:32
From: Woodie
ID: 2298772
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Peak Warming Man said:


A cup of piping hot black tea with half an orange squeezed into it is very refreshing.
Over.

Orange Pekoe?

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Date: 7/07/2025 14:30:33
From: ruby
ID: 2298773
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Woodie said:


Peak Warming Man said:

She’s a witch.

…… and what do we do with witches??

Make ‘em mad enough to protest against Dutton and other silly billies…

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Date: 7/07/2025 14:32:48
From: Divine Angel
ID: 2298774
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Jury sent out

By Mikaela Ortolan

After delivering its guilty verdict, the jury has been sent out of the courtroom.

Our coverage here will continue so stay with us.

~~~
After a weekend away from their families, I guess some jurors are bummed they have to go home and make dinner now.

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Date: 7/07/2025 14:40:00
From: Peak Warming Man
ID: 2298775
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Woodie said:


Peak Warming Man said:

A cup of piping hot black tea with half an orange squeezed into it is very refreshing.
Over.

Orange Pekoe?

You made me look it up.
Orange pekoe is a tea grading term that refers to whole, long, leaf tea. It doesn’t indicate the tea’s flavor or that it contains oranges. Instead, it signifies a high-quality, black tea. The term originated from a Dutch association with the Dutch Royal family, the House of Orange.

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Date: 7/07/2025 14:40:02
From: Divine Angel
ID: 2298776
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Robert Irwin has issued a lengthy apology online after failing to pay for his meal at a NSW restaurant.

Irwin said he stopped in Coffs for dinner over the weekend, where he ordered a takeaway salad and quickly became distracted by a flurry of fans wanting selfies.

“Some of the waitresses got a little starstruck and forgot to accept a payment,” laughed the owners of Jetty Pavilion.

~~~
Pfft, I remembered to get payment from Liam Hemsworth when he got a box of 6 original glazed.

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Date: 7/07/2025 14:43:16
From: Cymek
ID: 2298779
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Divine Angel said:


Robert Irwin has issued a lengthy apology online after failing to pay for his meal at a NSW restaurant.

Irwin said he stopped in Coffs for dinner over the weekend, where he ordered a takeaway salad and quickly became distracted by a flurry of fans wanting selfies.

“Some of the waitresses got a little starstruck and forgot to accept a payment,” laughed the owners of Jetty Pavilion.

~~~
Pfft, I remembered to get payment from Liam Hemsworth when he got a box of 6 original glazed.

Is Irwin better looking and you may have swooned if it was you

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Date: 7/07/2025 14:46:55
From: Tau.Neutrino
ID: 2298783
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Bye bye mushroom lady.

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Date: 7/07/2025 14:49:45
From: Divine Angel
ID: 2298785
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Cymek said:


Divine Angel said:

Robert Irwin has issued a lengthy apology online after failing to pay for his meal at a NSW restaurant.

Irwin said he stopped in Coffs for dinner over the weekend, where he ordered a takeaway salad and quickly became distracted by a flurry of fans wanting selfies.

“Some of the waitresses got a little starstruck and forgot to accept a payment,” laughed the owners of Jetty Pavilion.

~~~
Pfft, I remembered to get payment from Liam Hemsworth when he got a box of 6 original glazed.

Is Irwin better looking and you may have swooned if it was you

Good lord no

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Date: 7/07/2025 14:50:32
From: Witty Rejoinder
ID: 2298786
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Divine Angel said:


Cymek said:

Divine Angel said:

Robert Irwin has issued a lengthy apology online after failing to pay for his meal at a NSW restaurant.

Irwin said he stopped in Coffs for dinner over the weekend, where he ordered a takeaway salad and quickly became distracted by a flurry of fans wanting selfies.

“Some of the waitresses got a little starstruck and forgot to accept a payment,” laughed the owners of Jetty Pavilion.

~~~
Pfft, I remembered to get payment from Liam Hemsworth when he got a box of 6 original glazed.

Is Irwin better looking and you may have swooned if it was you

Good lord no

Matt Damon OTOH

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Date: 7/07/2025 14:51:52
From: Michael V
ID: 2298787
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Peak Warming Man said:


Woodie said:

Peak Warming Man said:

A cup of piping hot black tea with half an orange squeezed into it is very refreshing.
Over.

Orange Pekoe?

You made me look it up.
Orange pekoe is a tea grading term that refers to whole, long, leaf tea. It doesn’t indicate the tea’s flavor or that it contains oranges. Instead, it signifies a high-quality, black tea. The term originated from a Dutch association with the Dutch Royal family, the House of Orange.

I’m surprised that such a seasoned tea drinker as yourself didn’t know that already.

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Date: 7/07/2025 14:52:01
From: Bubblecar
ID: 2298788
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Divine Angel said:


Guilty on all charges

Fair enough.

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Date: 7/07/2025 14:55:30
From: Tamb
ID: 2298790
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Michael V said:


Peak Warming Man said:

Woodie said:

Orange Pekoe?

You made me look it up.
Orange pekoe is a tea grading term that refers to whole, long, leaf tea. It doesn’t indicate the tea’s flavor or that it contains oranges. Instead, it signifies a high-quality, black tea. The term originated from a Dutch association with the Dutch Royal family, the House of Orange.

I’m surprised that such a seasoned tea drinker as yourself didn’t know that already.


I prefer: Redbush tea, also known as rooibos tea.It is a caffeine-free herbal infusion made from the leaves of the Aspalathus linearis plant, native to South Africa.

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Date: 7/07/2025 14:59:32
From: dv
ID: 2298794
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

I guess this is about NYT Connections game

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Date: 7/07/2025 15:11:53
From: Peak Warming Man
ID: 2298795
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

dv said:


I guess this is about NYT Connections game

It’s a bit obscure and life is too short to waste time trying to work it out, I’ve got other things to waste time on.

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Date: 7/07/2025 15:13:02
From: Tamb
ID: 2298796
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Peak Warming Man said:


dv said:

I guess this is about NYT Connections game

It’s a bit obscure and life is too short to waste time trying to work it out, I’ve got other things to waste time on.


Spoken like a true procrastinator.

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Date: 7/07/2025 15:23:47
From: kii
ID: 2298799
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Witty Rejoinder said:


kii said:

ruby said:

Was not expecting that. Huh.

Maybe all the stupid jokes will stop, but I doubt it.
People are horrendous pieces of shit.


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Date: 7/07/2025 15:23:58
From: Tau.Neutrino
ID: 2298800
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Tau.Neutrino said:


Bye bye mushroom lady.

Guess she now has the time to work out what went wrong.

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Date: 7/07/2025 15:25:34
From: Tamb
ID: 2298802
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Tau.Neutrino said:


Tau.Neutrino said:

Bye bye mushroom lady.

Guess she now has the time to work out what went wrong.


I hope she gets a job in the kitchen.

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Date: 7/07/2025 15:30:16
From: Cymek
ID: 2298803
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Tau.Neutrino said:


Tau.Neutrino said:

Bye bye mushroom lady.

Guess she now has the time to work out what went wrong.

You do wonder if much thought is put into afterwards when you commit murder.

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Date: 7/07/2025 15:30:49
From: dv
ID: 2298804
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

I’m completely unable to tell when someone’s taking the piss now.

https://www.fastcompany.com/91357784/what-is-a-micro-retirement-inside-the-latest-gen-z-trend

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Date: 7/07/2025 15:32:28
From: Tamb
ID: 2298805
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

dv said:


I’m completely unable to tell when someone’s taking the piss now.

https://www.fastcompany.com/91357784/what-is-a-micro-retirement-inside-the-latest-gen-z-trend


Old fashioned term: Annual leave.

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Date: 7/07/2025 15:32:49
From: Cymek
ID: 2298806
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

dv said:


I’m completely unable to tell when someone’s taking the piss now.

https://www.fastcompany.com/91357784/what-is-a-micro-retirement-inside-the-latest-gen-z-trend

It sounds like annual leave, can’t be serious

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Date: 7/07/2025 15:33:30
From: Divine Angel
ID: 2298807
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

dv said:


I’m completely unable to tell when someone’s taking the piss now.

https://www.fastcompany.com/91357784/what-is-a-micro-retirement-inside-the-latest-gen-z-trend

Surely a “micro-retirement” would be more like a gap year and less like a holiday.

Makes it seem like educators take 12 weeks of micro-retirements a year. (Yes, yes, they work during school holidays preparing lessons etc.)

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Date: 7/07/2025 15:36:53
From: furious
ID: 2298808
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Cymek said:


dv said:

I’m completely unable to tell when someone’s taking the piss now.

https://www.fastcompany.com/91357784/what-is-a-micro-retirement-inside-the-latest-gen-z-trend

It sounds like annual leave, can’t be serious

Well, if it’s from the US, I believe they aren’t legally required to get annual leave…

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Date: 7/07/2025 15:36:58
From: Divine Angel
ID: 2298809
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

When one podcast closes, a Netflix series opens.

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Date: 7/07/2025 15:37:04
From: Bubblecar
ID: 2298810
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

dv said:


I’m completely unable to tell when someone’s taking the piss now.

https://www.fastcompany.com/91357784/what-is-a-micro-retirement-inside-the-latest-gen-z-trend

We used to call them holibobs in the olden days.

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Date: 7/07/2025 15:38:32
From: Bubblecar
ID: 2298811
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Divine Angel said:


When one podcast closes, a Netflix series opens.


I wonder if they’ll make her much younger and more glamorous.

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Date: 7/07/2025 15:41:23
From: furious
ID: 2298812
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Bubblecar said:


Divine Angel said:

When one podcast closes, a Netflix series opens.


I wonder if they’ll make her much younger and more glamorous.

Probably not…

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Date: 7/07/2025 15:42:10
From: Woodie
ID: 2298813
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Peak Warming Man said:


dv said:

I guess this is about NYT Connections game

It’s a bit obscure and life is too short to waste time trying to work it out, I’ve got other things to waste time on.

Like being the Forum Witchsmeller Pursuivant. 😜

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Date: 7/07/2025 15:43:00
From: kii
ID: 2298814
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Divine Angel said:


When one podcast closes, a Netflix series opens.


I hope you and your fellow fuckwits never have to be exposed to this type of cruel humour if your family is at the centre of such an awful situation.

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Date: 7/07/2025 15:45:05
From: Michael V
ID: 2298816
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Woodie said:


Peak Warming Man said:

dv said:

I guess this is about NYT Connections game

It’s a bit obscure and life is too short to waste time trying to work it out, I’ve got other things to waste time on.

Like being the Forum Witchsmeller Pursuivant. 😜

LOL

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Date: 7/07/2025 15:45:15
From: Cymek
ID: 2298817
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

furious said:


Cymek said:

dv said:

I’m completely unable to tell when someone’s taking the piss now.

https://www.fastcompany.com/91357784/what-is-a-micro-retirement-inside-the-latest-gen-z-trend

It sounds like annual leave, can’t be serious

Well, if it’s from the US, I believe they aren’t legally required to get annual leave…

No
One week a year and I’m not sure if its paid

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Date: 7/07/2025 15:45:42
From: furious
ID: 2298818
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

kii said:


Divine Angel said:

When one podcast closes, a Netflix series opens.


I hope you and your fellow fuckwits never have to be exposed to this type of cruel humour if your family is at the centre of such an awful situation.

Yes, stop picking on pod casters…

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Date: 7/07/2025 15:50:31
From: Divine Angel
ID: 2298819
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

furious said:


Bubblecar said:

Divine Angel said:

When one podcast closes, a Netflix series opens.


I wonder if they’ll make her much younger and more glamorous.

Probably not…

They might get the lady from Baby Reindeer to play her

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Date: 7/07/2025 15:53:04
From: Divine Angel
ID: 2298820
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

kii said:


Divine Angel said:

When one podcast closes, a Netflix series opens.


I hope you and your fellow fuckwits never have to be exposed to this type of cruel humour if your family is at the centre of such an awful situation.

I hope you have a pleasant day, kii 😘 here, have a rainbow as a symbol of beauty after turbulent times 🌈

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Date: 7/07/2025 15:54:01
From: Bogsnorkler
ID: 2298821
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Fragmentary Odda annáll notes “maddened men with fire eyes” spearing through king Håkon’s line. Two peat-bog finds 500 m from the battle site produced sealskin satchels stitched with whale sinew. GC–MS detected ibotenic acid—the psychoactive in fly-agaric—plus human saliva proteins. Carbon-14 dates 990-1040, perfect saga match.

Neuro-toxicology shows low-dose Amanita heightens pain tolerance and aggression; high doses cause nausea—explaining saga claims of berserkers vomiting before “boiling blood” took hold. Iron sword nicks on Odda skeletons suggest one berserker felled at least six men. The episode indicates Vikings weaponised mushrooms not for ritual, but tactical shock.

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Date: 7/07/2025 15:54:27
From: Bubblecar
ID: 2298822
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Bit alarming:

Australians aged in their 30s and 40s are experiencing unprecedented and in some cases world-leading rates of at least 10 different types of cancer — and scientists are desperate to understand why.

Cancer rates in Australians under 50 are rising at a pace that’s alarming doctors and scientists

https://www.abc.net.au/news/2025-07-07/cancer-diagnosis-rates-under-50s-rising-causes-four-corners/105495620

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Date: 7/07/2025 15:57:16
From: Woodie
ID: 2298824
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Bubblecar said:


Bit alarming:

Australians aged in their 30s and 40s are experiencing unprecedented and in some cases world-leading rates of at least 10 different types of cancer — and scientists are desperate to understand why.

Cancer rates in Australians under 50 are rising at a pace that’s alarming doctors and scientists

https://www.abc.net.au/news/2025-07-07/cancer-diagnosis-rates-under-50s-rising-causes-four-corners/105495620

Mud pies. They weren’t allowed to play mud pies as kids.

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Date: 7/07/2025 15:58:32
From: Cymek
ID: 2298825
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Bogsnorkler said:


Fragmentary Odda annáll notes “maddened men with fire eyes” spearing through king Håkon’s line. Two peat-bog finds 500 m from the battle site produced sealskin satchels stitched with whale sinew. GC–MS detected ibotenic acid—the psychoactive in fly-agaric—plus human saliva proteins. Carbon-14 dates 990-1040, perfect saga match.

Neuro-toxicology shows low-dose Amanita heightens pain tolerance and aggression; high doses cause nausea—explaining saga claims of berserkers vomiting before “boiling blood” took hold. Iron sword nicks on Odda skeletons suggest one berserker felled at least six men. The episode indicates Vikings weaponised mushrooms not for ritual, but tactical shock.

Interesting
I wonder if the berserkers survived both the battle and the drug
Obviously not these ones

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Date: 7/07/2025 16:03:45
From: Tamb
ID: 2298827
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Cymek said:


Bogsnorkler said:

Fragmentary Odda annáll notes “maddened men with fire eyes” spearing through king Håkon’s line. Two peat-bog finds 500 m from the battle site produced sealskin satchels stitched with whale sinew. GC–MS detected ibotenic acid—the psychoactive in fly-agaric—plus human saliva proteins. Carbon-14 dates 990-1040, perfect saga match.

Neuro-toxicology shows low-dose Amanita heightens pain tolerance and aggression; high doses cause nausea—explaining saga claims of berserkers vomiting before “boiling blood” took hold. Iron sword nicks on Odda skeletons suggest one berserker felled at least six men. The episode indicates Vikings weaponised mushrooms not for ritual, but tactical shock.

Interesting
I wonder if the berserkers survived both the battle and the drug
Obviously not these ones


I find it interesting that there are two imported words for insane fighting rage.
Beserk from old Norse and Amok from Malay/Indonesian.

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Date: 7/07/2025 16:08:49
From: Divine Angel
ID: 2298828
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Tamb said:


Cymek said:

Bogsnorkler said:

Fragmentary Odda annáll notes “maddened men with fire eyes” spearing through king Håkon’s line. Two peat-bog finds 500 m from the battle site produced sealskin satchels stitched with whale sinew. GC–MS detected ibotenic acid—the psychoactive in fly-agaric—plus human saliva proteins. Carbon-14 dates 990-1040, perfect saga match.

Neuro-toxicology shows low-dose Amanita heightens pain tolerance and aggression; high doses cause nausea—explaining saga claims of berserkers vomiting before “boiling blood” took hold. Iron sword nicks on Odda skeletons suggest one berserker felled at least six men. The episode indicates Vikings weaponised mushrooms not for ritual, but tactical shock.

Interesting
I wonder if the berserkers survived both the battle and the drug
Obviously not these ones


I find it interesting that there are two imported words for insane fighting rage.
Beserk from old Norse and Amok from Malay/Indonesian.

Earlier, I was doing this quiz Got 23/29, my Latin seems to be a bit rusty…

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Date: 7/07/2025 16:30:21
From: buffy
ID: 2298831
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Bogsnorkler said:


Fragmentary Odda annáll notes “maddened men with fire eyes” spearing through king Håkon’s line. Two peat-bog finds 500 m from the battle site produced sealskin satchels stitched with whale sinew. GC–MS detected ibotenic acid—the psychoactive in fly-agaric—plus human saliva proteins. Carbon-14 dates 990-1040, perfect saga match.

Neuro-toxicology shows low-dose Amanita heightens pain tolerance and aggression; high doses cause nausea—explaining saga claims of berserkers vomiting before “boiling blood” took hold. Iron sword nicks on Odda skeletons suggest one berserker felled at least six men. The episode indicates Vikings weaponised mushrooms not for ritual, but tactical shock.

Fly agaric (Amanita muscaria) is not deathcap (Amanita phalloides). Hang about and I’ll look up the poisons involved.

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Date: 7/07/2025 16:39:40
From: buffy
ID: 2298832
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

buffy said:


Bogsnorkler said:

Fragmentary Odda annáll notes “maddened men with fire eyes” spearing through king Håkon’s line. Two peat-bog finds 500 m from the battle site produced sealskin satchels stitched with whale sinew. GC–MS detected ibotenic acid—the psychoactive in fly-agaric—plus human saliva proteins. Carbon-14 dates 990-1040, perfect saga match.

Neuro-toxicology shows low-dose Amanita heightens pain tolerance and aggression; high doses cause nausea—explaining saga claims of berserkers vomiting before “boiling blood” took hold. Iron sword nicks on Odda skeletons suggest one berserker felled at least six men. The episode indicates Vikings weaponised mushrooms not for ritual, but tactical shock.

Fly agaric (Amanita muscaria) is not deathcap (Amanita phalloides). Hang about and I’ll look up the poisons involved.

Here you go:

Amanita muscaria gives you central nervous system neuroexcitatory mushroom poisoning. Suspected toxins muscimol and ibotenic acid. Rapid onset symptoms (minutes to 3 hrs), highly variable. Initial drowsiness followed by manic excitement, elation, disorientation and agitation.

Amanita phalloides gives you primary hepatotoxicity. Primary poison is an amatoxin (there are a number of these). These inhibit protein sythesis and damage pretty much everything inside you, particulary kidney and liver.

Ref: “Wild mushrooming. A guide for foragers” by Pouliout and May.

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Date: 7/07/2025 17:01:44
From: dv
ID: 2298837
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Had a dream, my son and I were arrested. We were being interrogated in a small white rectangular room. The cops were not in uniform, kind of looked like business attire: white shirts, ties. It took us a long time to find out what we were charged with. Turns out it related to small contraband canisters that could be used to discharge poisons. We told them we’d never seen such things.

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Date: 7/07/2025 17:02:59
From: Divine Angel
ID: 2298841
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

This tradie’s half an hour late 🙄

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Date: 7/07/2025 17:03:14
From: Bubblecar
ID: 2298842
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

dv said:


Had a dream, my son and I were arrested. We were being interrogated in a small white rectangular room. The cops were not in uniform, kind of looked like business attire: white shirts, ties. It took us a long time to find out what we were charged with. Turns out it related to small contraband canisters that could be used to discharge poisons. We told them we’d never seen such things.

That must have been unsettling.

Were you duly released or did it peter out with no resolution?

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Date: 7/07/2025 17:11:07
From: dv
ID: 2298844
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Bubblecar said:


dv said:

Had a dream, my son and I were arrested. We were being interrogated in a small white rectangular room. The cops were not in uniform, kind of looked like business attire: white shirts, ties. It took us a long time to find out what we were charged with. Turns out it related to small contraband canisters that could be used to discharge poisons. We told them we’d never seen such things.

That must have been unsettling.

Were you duly released or did it peter out with no resolution?

That’s where it ended, with our denials.

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Date: 7/07/2025 17:22:59
From: Peak Warming Man
ID: 2298846
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

dv said:


Had a dream, my son and I were arrested. We were being interrogated in a small white rectangular room. The cops were not in uniform, kind of looked like business attire: white shirts, ties. It took us a long time to find out what we were charged with. Turns out it related to small contraband canisters that could be used to discharge poisons. We told them we’d never seen such things.

lights pipe

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Date: 7/07/2025 17:36:53
From: Divine Angel
ID: 2298853
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Tradie says the hot water is cactus. Um, der. He can install a temporary one for showers until our proper one gets delivered, if we want. Luckily it’s not peak summer.

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Date: 7/07/2025 17:39:13
From: furious
ID: 2298857
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Divine Angel said:


Tradie says the hot water is cactus. Um, der. He can install a temporary one for showers until our proper one gets delivered, if we want. Luckily it’s not peak summer.

Sounds like a scam…

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Date: 7/07/2025 17:40:38
From: Divine Angel
ID: 2298859
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

furious said:


Divine Angel said:

Tradie says the hot water is cactus. Um, der. He can install a temporary one for showers until our proper one gets delivered, if we want. Luckily it’s not peak summer.

Sounds like a scam…

Not as much as the one for $100 call-out fee and an interest free repayment of $22.50 per week for 60 months…

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Date: 7/07/2025 17:41:31
From: Witty Rejoinder
ID: 2298860
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

FMD… Smith’s Crisps have another new ad campaign. That must be 6 different ads and slogans in 5 years: 3 in 14 months:

May 2024
https://campaignbrief.com/smiths-celebrates-ingredients-in-life-that-spark-smiles-in-new-brand-platform-joy-is-a-simple-recipe-via-goodby-silverstein-partners/

February 2025
https://www.adnews.com.au/news/smith-s-latest-campaign-via-special

June 2025
https://mumbrella.com.au/smiths-rolls-out-no-smiths-no-game-campaign-featuring-sporting-legends-via-special-878168

Seems when your ads aren’t cutting through you hire another wanker like Todd Sampson and his team and start the process again.

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Date: 7/07/2025 17:42:44
From: Witty Rejoinder
ID: 2298862
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Divine Angel said:


Tradie says the hot water is cactus. Um, der. He can install a temporary one for showers until our proper one gets delivered, if we want. Luckily it’s not peak summer.

Aren’t cold showers better in summer than winter?

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Date: 7/07/2025 17:43:43
From: Divine Angel
ID: 2298863
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Witty Rejoinder said:


FMD… Smith’s Crisps have another new ad campaign. That must be 6 different ads and slogans in 5 years: 3 in 14 months:

May 2024
https://campaignbrief.com/smiths-celebrates-ingredients-in-life-that-spark-smiles-in-new-brand-platform-joy-is-a-simple-recipe-via-goodby-silverstein-partners/

February 2025
https://www.adnews.com.au/news/smith-s-latest-campaign-via-special

June 2025
https://mumbrella.com.au/smiths-rolls-out-no-smiths-no-game-campaign-featuring-sporting-legends-via-special-878168

Seems when your ads aren’t cutting through you hire another wanker like Todd Sampson and his team and start the process again.

Todd Sampson’s been out of advertising for years now. The sports stars concept has worked for Kia, why not chips? Bring back the Gobbledok! (Says me who wouldn’t recognise a sportsperson if they bought a six pack of doughnuts from me… although I did recognise Mat Rogers.)

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Date: 7/07/2025 17:44:00
From: poikilotherm
ID: 2298864
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Witty Rejoinder said:


FMD… Smith’s Crisps have another new ad campaign. That must be 6 different ads and slogans in 5 years: 3 in 14 months:

May 2024
https://campaignbrief.com/smiths-celebrates-ingredients-in-life-that-spark-smiles-in-new-brand-platform-joy-is-a-simple-recipe-via-goodby-silverstein-partners/

February 2025
https://www.adnews.com.au/news/smith-s-latest-campaign-via-special

June 2025
https://mumbrella.com.au/smiths-rolls-out-no-smiths-no-game-campaign-featuring-sporting-legends-via-special-878168

Seems when your ads aren’t cutting through you hire another wanker like Todd Sampson and his team and start the process again.

What an odd thing to focus on.

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Date: 7/07/2025 17:44:04
From: Peak Warming Man
ID: 2298865
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Witty Rejoinder said:


FMD… Smith’s Crisps have another new ad campaign. That must be 6 different ads and slogans in 5 years: 3 in 14 months:

May 2024
https://campaignbrief.com/smiths-celebrates-ingredients-in-life-that-spark-smiles-in-new-brand-platform-joy-is-a-simple-recipe-via-goodby-silverstein-partners/

February 2025
https://www.adnews.com.au/news/smith-s-latest-campaign-via-special

June 2025
https://mumbrella.com.au/smiths-rolls-out-no-smiths-no-game-campaign-featuring-sporting-legends-via-special-878168

Seems when your ads aren’t cutting through you hire another wanker like Todd Sampson and his team and start the process again.

I think he’s the bloke who killed a swag of philistines with the ass bone of a Jew.

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Date: 7/07/2025 17:44:26
From: Divine Angel
ID: 2298866
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Witty Rejoinder said:


Divine Angel said:

Tradie says the hot water is cactus. Um, der. He can install a temporary one for showers until our proper one gets delivered, if we want. Luckily it’s not peak summer.

Aren’t cold showers better in summer than winter?

In summer I rarely use hot water, but Mr Mutant likes his showers hotter than hell, even in summer.

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Date: 7/07/2025 17:48:24
From: Peak Warming Man
ID: 2298868
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Divine Angel said:


Witty Rejoinder said:

Divine Angel said:

Tradie says the hot water is cactus. Um, der. He can install a temporary one for showers until our proper one gets delivered, if we want. Luckily it’s not peak summer.

Aren’t cold showers better in summer than winter?

In summer I rarely use hot water, but Mr Mutant likes his showers hotter than hell, even in summer.

Cold blooded.

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Date: 7/07/2025 17:49:28
From: poikilotherm
ID: 2298869
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Peak Warming Man said:


Divine Angel said:

Witty Rejoinder said:

Aren’t cold showers better in summer than winter?

In summer I rarely use hot water, but Mr Mutant likes his showers hotter than hell, even in summer.

Cold blooded.

Depends.

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Date: 7/07/2025 17:50:45
From: Cymek
ID: 2298870
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

poikilotherm said:


Peak Warming Man said:

Divine Angel said:

In summer I rarely use hot water, but Mr Mutant likes his showers hotter than hell, even in summer.

Cold blooded.

Depends.

If he is a lizard overlord ?

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Date: 7/07/2025 18:04:39
From: Woodie
ID: 2298873
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Divine Angel said:


This tradie’s half an hour late 🙄

Well, when he does turn up, tell him his services are no longer required because he was late, and you’ll find appropriate services elsewhere. That’ll learn ‘im.

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Date: 7/07/2025 18:04:42
From: Witty Rejoinder
ID: 2298874
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

poikilotherm said:


Witty Rejoinder said:

FMD… Smith’s Crisps have another new ad campaign. That must be 6 different ads and slogans in 5 years: 3 in 14 months:

May 2024
https://campaignbrief.com/smiths-celebrates-ingredients-in-life-that-spark-smiles-in-new-brand-platform-joy-is-a-simple-recipe-via-goodby-silverstein-partners/

February 2025
https://www.adnews.com.au/news/smith-s-latest-campaign-via-special

June 2025
https://mumbrella.com.au/smiths-rolls-out-no-smiths-no-game-campaign-featuring-sporting-legends-via-special-878168

Seems when your ads aren’t cutting through you hire another wanker like Todd Sampson and his team and start the process again.

What an odd thing to focus on.

Successful ad campaigns are generally emulated not replaced.

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Date: 7/07/2025 18:35:29
From: Divine Angel
ID: 2298881
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Evidence photos have been released to the media. It’s like watching a voyeuristic human zoo.

https://www.abc.net.au/news/2025-07-07/erin-patterson-mushroom-murder-trial-verdict-guilty-live-blog/105477452

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Date: 7/07/2025 18:40:24
From: party_pants
ID: 2298882
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Divine Angel said:


Evidence photos have been released to the media. It’s like watching a voyeuristic human zoo.

https://www.abc.net.au/news/2025-07-07/erin-patterson-mushroom-murder-trial-verdict-guilty-live-blog/105477452

I am glad the whole dreadful thing is over.

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Date: 7/07/2025 18:51:28
From: diddly-squat
ID: 2298883
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

party_pants said:


Divine Angel said:

Evidence photos have been released to the media. It’s like watching a voyeuristic human zoo.

https://www.abc.net.au/news/2025-07-07/erin-patterson-mushroom-murder-trial-verdict-guilty-live-blog/105477452

I am glad the whole dreadful thing is over.

well it’s not quite over yet

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Date: 7/07/2025 18:55:45
From: Witty Rejoinder
ID: 2298884
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

diddly-squat said:


party_pants said:

Divine Angel said:

Evidence photos have been released to the media. It’s like watching a voyeuristic human zoo.

https://www.abc.net.au/news/2025-07-07/erin-patterson-mushroom-murder-trial-verdict-guilty-live-blog/105477452

I am glad the whole dreadful thing is over.

well it’s not quite over yet

Yeah. Arts hasn’t chimed in…

runs away

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Date: 7/07/2025 18:57:20
From: Divine Angel
ID: 2298885
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Witty Rejoinder said:


diddly-squat said:

party_pants said:

I am glad the whole dreadful thing is over.

well it’s not quite over yet

Yeah. Arts hasn’t chimed in…

runs away

Probs too busy zooming around in her new car or like, work or sumfink

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Date: 7/07/2025 18:57:23
From: Arts
ID: 2298886
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

well, well, well… just on five days to reach a verdict..

I suppose they will try to appeal, but for now, we have a small reprieve and ending to this story.

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Date: 7/07/2025 18:58:39
From: Divine Angel
ID: 2298887
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Think her name, and she shall appear

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Date: 7/07/2025 18:58:49
From: diddly-squat
ID: 2298888
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

meanwhile.. beetlejuice

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Date: 7/07/2025 18:59:13
From: Arts
ID: 2298889
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Divine Angel said:


Witty Rejoinder said:

diddly-squat said:

well it’s not quite over yet

Yeah. Arts hasn’t chimed in…

runs away

Probs too busy zooming around in her new car or like, work or sumfink

work has been chaos at the moment… but I typed the post below about an hour ago and then got distracted and have just returned… to find WR being a smart arse.

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Date: 7/07/2025 19:00:53
From: Neophyte
ID: 2298890
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Divine Angel said:


Witty Rejoinder said:

FMD… Smith’s Crisps have another new ad campaign. That must be 6 different ads and slogans in 5 years: 3 in 14 months:

May 2024
https://campaignbrief.com/smiths-celebrates-ingredients-in-life-that-spark-smiles-in-new-brand-platform-joy-is-a-simple-recipe-via-goodby-silverstein-partners/

February 2025
https://www.adnews.com.au/news/smith-s-latest-campaign-via-special

June 2025
https://mumbrella.com.au/smiths-rolls-out-no-smiths-no-game-campaign-featuring-sporting-legends-via-special-878168

Seems when your ads aren’t cutting through you hire another wanker like Todd Sampson and his team and start the process again.

Todd Sampson’s been out of advertising for years now. The sports stars concept has worked for Kia, why not chips? Bring back the Gobbledok! (Says me who wouldn’t recognise a sportsperson if they bought a six pack of doughnuts from me… although I did recognise Mat Rogers.)

Ah yes, the Goobledok – the small, furry creature that spoke gibberish and first appeared in 1987…not remotely related to Grobbendonk, a comic strip character that first appeared in a “2000AD” comic strip in 1981 – a small, furry creature that spoke gibberish.

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Date: 7/07/2025 19:02:42
From: Witty Rejoinder
ID: 2298892
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Arts said:


Divine Angel said:

Witty Rejoinder said:

Yeah. Arts hasn’t chimed in…

runs away

Probs too busy zooming around in her new car or like, work or sumfink

work has been chaos at the moment… but I typed the post below about an hour ago and then got distracted and have just returned… to find WR being a smart arse.

I don’t claim to be smart… Arse OTOH

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Date: 7/07/2025 19:08:11
From: buffy
ID: 2298897
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Arts said:


well, well, well… just on five days to reach a verdict..

I suppose they will try to appeal, but for now, we have a small reprieve and ending to this story.

I am concerned for her children.

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Date: 7/07/2025 19:08:39
From: Divine Angel
ID: 2298898
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Ok well I’m off to have a cold shower. It’ll be like taking an ice bath, cure all my aches and pains, such as my ankle.

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Date: 7/07/2025 19:10:02
From: Peak Warming Man
ID: 2298899
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Divine Angel said:


Ok well I’m off to have a cold shower. It’ll be like taking an ice bath, cure all my aches and pains, such as my ankle.

You’re nuts.

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Date: 7/07/2025 19:10:43
From: Bogsnorkler
ID: 2298900
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Divine Angel said:


Ok well I’m off to have a cold shower. It’ll be like taking an ice bath, cure all my aches and pains, such as my ankle.

or stop your heart.

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Date: 7/07/2025 19:11:34
From: furious
ID: 2298901
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Neophyte said:


Divine Angel said:

Witty Rejoinder said:

FMD… Smith’s Crisps have another new ad campaign. That must be 6 different ads and slogans in 5 years: 3 in 14 months:

May 2024
https://campaignbrief.com/smiths-celebrates-ingredients-in-life-that-spark-smiles-in-new-brand-platform-joy-is-a-simple-recipe-via-goodby-silverstein-partners/

February 2025
https://www.adnews.com.au/news/smith-s-latest-campaign-via-special

June 2025
https://mumbrella.com.au/smiths-rolls-out-no-smiths-no-game-campaign-featuring-sporting-legends-via-special-878168

Seems when your ads aren’t cutting through you hire another wanker like Todd Sampson and his team and start the process again.

Todd Sampson’s been out of advertising for years now. The sports stars concept has worked for Kia, why not chips? Bring back the Gobbledok! (Says me who wouldn’t recognise a sportsperson if they bought a six pack of doughnuts from me… although I did recognise Mat Rogers.)

Ah yes, the Goobledok – the small, furry creature that spoke gibberish and first appeared in 1987…not remotely related to Grobbendonk, a comic strip character that first appeared in a “2000AD” comic strip in 1981 – a small, furry creature that spoke gibberish.

Out of curiosity, do you happen to be a small furry creature?

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Date: 7/07/2025 19:12:40
From: Bubblecar
ID: 2298903
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

After dinner lay-me-down is in order this end, if I want to be fresh for the bicycles.

If anyone wants me, tell them: “He’s on the top of the world and looking down on creation.”

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Date: 7/07/2025 19:12:54
From: Michael V
ID: 2298904
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Divine Angel said:


Think her name, and she shall appear

Gosh!

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Date: 7/07/2025 19:13:13
From: Witty Rejoinder
ID: 2298905
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Divine Angel said:


Ok well I’m off to have a cold shower. It’ll be like taking an ice bath, cure all my aches and pains, such as my ankle.

Can’t Mr Mutant give you a sponge bath? Seriously if I had to take a cold shower at my age i’d fill a basin with two kettles of hot water and mainly concentrate on pits and bits.

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Date: 7/07/2025 19:17:04
From: Neophyte
ID: 2298907
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

furious said:


Neophyte said:

Divine Angel said:

Todd Sampson’s been out of advertising for years now. The sports stars concept has worked for Kia, why not chips? Bring back the Gobbledok! (Says me who wouldn’t recognise a sportsperson if they bought a six pack of doughnuts from me… although I did recognise Mat Rogers.)

Ah yes, the Goobledok – the small, furry creature that spoke gibberish and first appeared in 1987…not remotely related to Grobbendonk, a comic strip character that first appeared in a “2000AD” comic strip in 1981 – a small, furry creature that spoke gibberish.

Out of curiosity, do you happen to be a small furry creature?

Well, i talk gibberish,,,

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Date: 7/07/2025 19:17:50
From: becklefreckle
ID: 2298908
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Divine Angel said:


Ok well I’m off to have a cold shower. It’ll be like taking an ice bath, cure all my aches and pains, such as my ankle.

I hope you can cuddle into some warm clothes straight after and get properly warm again. This is not the right kind of weather to be chilly in!

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Date: 7/07/2025 19:21:26
From: Divine Angel
ID: 2298909
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Witty Rejoinder said:


Divine Angel said:

Ok well I’m off to have a cold shower. It’ll be like taking an ice bath, cure all my aches and pains, such as my ankle.

Can’t Mr Mutant give you a sponge bath? Seriously if I had to take a cold shower at my age i’d fill a basin with two kettles of hot water and mainly concentrate on pits and bits.

Apart from the sponge bath, that’s exactly what I did. Contrary to popular belief, I’m not actually stupid. A pot of water has been warming on the stove since dinner.

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Date: 7/07/2025 19:22:05
From: Peak Warming Man
ID: 2298910
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Bubblecar said:


After dinner lay-me-down is in order this end, if I want to be fresh for the bicycles.

If anyone wants me, tell them: “He’s on the top of the world and looking down on creation.”

Karen Carpenter agrees.

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Date: 7/07/2025 19:27:50
From: poikilotherm
ID: 2298911
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Neophyte said:


furious said:

Neophyte said:

Ah yes, the Goobledok – the small, furry creature that spoke gibberish and first appeared in 1987…not remotely related to Grobbendonk, a comic strip character that first appeared in a “2000AD” comic strip in 1981 – a small, furry creature that spoke gibberish.

Out of curiosity, do you happen to be a small furry creature?

Well, i talk gibberish,,,

That’s most of the forum though, so you’re in good company.

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Date: 7/07/2025 19:29:15
From: becklefreckle
ID: 2298912
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

I want some opinions. Sorry there needs to be some back story.

Say you took your new to you (but 20 year old) car to be serviced in December, and told the mechanic that it was running rough and uses a lot of oil, and could he please investigate. Car returned with no problems found.

In May the car gets SERIOUSLY rough so you drive it straight to the mechanic. He finds that one of the cylinders isn’t firing because of . It will cost nearly $3K to fix. You leave it with him for that to happen, along with the next routine service. You ask him to please, while he has the engine open, see what other potential issues he has found. When you pick the car up, mechanic won’t come out to talk to you and no details are given in the the report.

Three days later, exactly the same problem happens to the car; running rough and engine light on.

The mechanic’s receptionist passes on the messages that we will need to get the car towed to them to be diagnosed. Absolutely no acknowledgement that this could be related to their recent work. Hasn’t provided proof of having done anything. Won’t send through the diagnostics report.

Thank you for reading if you got this far.
What would you do next?

There are mechanics in this town that we trust. The only reason she took the car to this one is he was the local registered eurocar repairer (it’s a Merc).

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Date: 7/07/2025 19:32:01
From: Bogsnorkler
ID: 2298913
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

becklefreckle said:


I want some opinions. Sorry there needs to be some back story.

Say you took your new to you (but 20 year old) car to be serviced in December, and told the mechanic that it was running rough and uses a lot of oil, and could he please investigate. Car returned with no problems found.

In May the car gets SERIOUSLY rough so you drive it straight to the mechanic. He finds that one of the cylinders isn’t firing because of . It will cost nearly $3K to fix. You leave it with him for that to happen, along with the next routine service. You ask him to please, while he has the engine open, see what other potential issues he has found. When you pick the car up, mechanic won’t come out to talk to you and no details are given in the the report.

Three days later, exactly the same problem happens to the car; running rough and engine light on.

The mechanic’s receptionist passes on the messages that we will need to get the car towed to them to be diagnosed. Absolutely no acknowledgement that this could be related to their recent work. Hasn’t provided proof of having done anything. Won’t send through the diagnostics report.

Thank you for reading if you got this far.
What would you do next?

There are mechanics in this town that we trust. The only reason she took the car to this one is he was the local registered eurocar repairer (it’s a Merc).

go to one you trust.

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Date: 7/07/2025 19:33:45
From: becklefreckle
ID: 2298914
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Just changing the brackets so that this text doesn’t disappear:
becklefreckle said:


In May the car gets SERIOUSLY rough so you drive it straight to the mechanic. He finds that one of the cylinders isn’t firing because of (long reason that explains where all the oil has been going all this time that I’ll go into if anyone’s interested). It will cost nearly $3K to fix.

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Date: 7/07/2025 19:40:31
From: becklefreckle
ID: 2298915
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Bogsnorkler said:

go to one you trust.

Totally. I had suggested at the first break down that she drive it limpingly to Aylmore and get them to fix it instead… in retrospect I should have pushed harder on that one.

But no doubt they will charge several thousand to fix whatever the issue is, and that would be quite fair. She bottom trawled every bank account to pay for the repairs so far. Anyway to retrieve the cost that’s gone to the shifty guy?

Is there a legal body / ombudsman type person that could help with this situation.

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Date: 7/07/2025 19:44:03
From: Arts
ID: 2298917
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

buffy said:


Arts said:

well, well, well… just on five days to reach a verdict..

I suppose they will try to appeal, but for now, we have a small reprieve and ending to this story.

I am concerned for her children.

she will join the already over representation of women in prison with children…

at least the children seem like they have other family who will care for them

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Date: 7/07/2025 21:06:53
From: Bubblecar
ID: 2298924
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

becklefreckle said:


Bogsnorkler said:
go to one you trust.

Totally. I had suggested at the first break down that she drive it limpingly to Aylmore and get them to fix it instead… in retrospect I should have pushed harder on that one.

But no doubt they will charge several thousand to fix whatever the issue is, and that would be quite fair. She bottom trawled every bank account to pay for the repairs so far. Anyway to retrieve the cost that’s gone to the shifty guy?

Is there a legal body / ombudsman type person that could help with this situation.

You can certainly claim compensation, becklefreckle. Contact the consumer protection agency in your state.

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Date: 7/07/2025 22:01:57
From: Divine Angel
ID: 2298946
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

I’m only gonna say this once so listen up and don’t say I didn’t warn youse

https://www.weatherzone.com.au/news/series-of-cold-fronts-to-bring-four-days-of-severe-weather/1890715

Gonna hit WA first, then SA, Vic & NSW & ACT.

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Date: 7/07/2025 22:09:04
From: Kingy
ID: 2298948
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Divine Angel said:


I’m only gonna say this once so listen up and don’t say I didn’t warn youse

https://www.weatherzone.com.au/news/series-of-cold-fronts-to-bring-four-days-of-severe-weather/1890715

Gonna hit WA first, then SA, Vic & NSW & ACT.

Yep, today we got 61kmh, gusting to 98kmh. It was chilly at times.

28mm of rain so far.

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Date: 7/07/2025 22:09:42
From: Bubblecar
ID: 2298949
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Divine Angel said:


I’m only gonna say this once so listen up and don’t say I didn’t warn youse

https://www.weatherzone.com.au/news/series-of-cold-fronts-to-bring-four-days-of-severe-weather/1890715

Gonna hit WA first, then SA, Vic & NSW & ACT.

Well in the middle of the island we’ll be down to 10 and -2 by Thursday, but that’s about normal anyway.

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Date: 7/07/2025 22:15:51
From: party_pants
ID: 2298950
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Divine Angel said:


I’m only gonna say this once so listen up and don’t say I didn’t warn youse

https://www.weatherzone.com.au/news/series-of-cold-fronts-to-bring-four-days-of-severe-weather/1890715

Gonna hit WA first, then SA, Vic & NSW & ACT.

For us in southern WA, this is standard weather for this time of year.

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Date: 7/07/2025 22:35:02
From: Bogsnorkler
ID: 2298951
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Divine Angel said:


I’m only gonna say this once so listen up and don’t say I didn’t warn youse

https://www.weatherzone.com.au/news/series-of-cold-fronts-to-bring-four-days-of-severe-weather/1890715

Gonna hit WA first, then SA, Vic & NSW & ACT.

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Date: 7/07/2025 23:36:48
From: kii
ID: 2298959
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

buffy said:


Arts said:

well, well, well… just on five days to reach a verdict..

I suppose they will try to appeal, but for now, we have a small reprieve and ending to this story.

I am concerned for her children.

Especially with all the revolting commentary and jokes all over social media. People trying to be “cool” by laughing at what Patterson did.

Imagine if it was your family that had gone though the trauma of the deaths and the trial.

I wonder what DA would be posting here if it was her family?

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Date: 8/07/2025 00:17:38
From: becklefreckle
ID: 2298965
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

party_pants said:


Divine Angel said:

I’m only gonna say this once so listen up and don’t say I didn’t warn youse

https://www.weatherzone.com.au/news/series-of-cold-fronts-to-bring-four-days-of-severe-weather/1890715

Gonna hit WA first, then SA, Vic & NSW & ACT.

For us in southern WA, this is standard weather for this time of year.

Ja, it’s very much already here

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Date: 8/07/2025 00:42:57
From: kii
ID: 2298973
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Things I’d forgotten about:
My son#2’s birth certificate doesn’t have his older brother listed as a previous child of the relationship.
Was this an error on the BDM’s side or was it because their parents weren’t married?
I know that I would have listed son#1 as his brother, from the same parents, on any paperwork I had to fill out.

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Date: 8/07/2025 01:59:36
From: kii
ID: 2298997
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

bump

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Date: 8/07/2025 06:18:35
From: buffy
ID: 2299002
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Good morning Holidayers. Presently 8 degrees at the back door and still dark. The wind was gusting into the mid to high 50s during the night. We are forecast 12 degrees with showers and wind easing.

Bakery Breakfast and a haircut this morning.

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Date: 8/07/2025 06:18:52
From: Divine Angel
ID: 2299003
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Clear, sunny, top of 22, slight breeze.

Mini Me and I are doing an activity at the library today, followed by a bakery lunch. The activity is Alice in Wonderland ceramic art, whatever that is.

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Date: 8/07/2025 08:25:34
From: Divine Angel
ID: 2299014
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Walk successfully completed: 3.01km 🥳 Met three dogs, picked up a book from the Street Library for Mini Me. No kangaroos, plenty of rainbow lorikeets.

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Date: 8/07/2025 09:10:37
From: Divine Angel
ID: 2299024
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Today’s Mr Mutant’s first day back at work after a week off. He’s just logged onto a Zoom call and his colleague joked, “do you even remember what you do here?”

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Date: 8/07/2025 09:28:19
From: Peak Warming Man
ID: 2299028
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Morning pilgrims, a cold but sunny day in the Pearl of the South Specific with a zephyr of a south westerly wind.
Over.

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Date: 8/07/2025 09:31:03
From: party_pants
ID: 2299029
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Peak Warming Man said:


Morning pilgrims, a cold but sunny day in the Pearl of the South Specific with a zephyr of a south westerly wind.
Over.

Cold and rainy. I’m chucking a sickie today, I have a sore throat and a cough and a snotty nose. Hurts to eat, hurts to talk.

over.

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Date: 8/07/2025 09:33:13
From: Peak Warming Man
ID: 2299030
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

party_pants said:


Peak Warming Man said:

Morning pilgrims, a cold but sunny day in the Pearl of the South Specific with a zephyr of a south westerly wind.
Over.

Cold and rainy. I’m chucking a sickie today, I have a sore throat and a cough and a snotty nose. Hurts to eat, hurts to talk.

over.

The lift must have been broken.

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Date: 8/07/2025 09:35:31
From: Peak Warming Man
ID: 2299031
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

party_pants said:


Peak Warming Man said:

Morning pilgrims, a cold but sunny day in the Pearl of the South Specific with a zephyr of a south westerly wind.
Over.

Cold and rainy. I’m chucking a sickie today, I have a sore throat and a cough and a snotty nose. Hurts to eat, hurts to talk.

over.

Yeah, that should be alright.

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Date: 8/07/2025 09:38:14
From: Michael V
ID: 2299032
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

party_pants said:


Peak Warming Man said:

Morning pilgrims, a cold but sunny day in the Pearl of the South Specific with a zephyr of a south westerly wind.
Over.

Cold and rainy. I’m chucking a sickie today, I have a sore throat and a cough and a snotty nose. Hurts to eat, hurts to talk.

over.

It’s good you are not infecting your colleagues.

Not good that you are ill.

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Date: 8/07/2025 09:39:33
From: Michael V
ID: 2299033
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Peak Warming Man said:


party_pants said:

Peak Warming Man said:

Morning pilgrims, a cold but sunny day in the Pearl of the South Specific with a zephyr of a south westerly wind.
Over.

Cold and rainy. I’m chucking a sickie today, I have a sore throat and a cough and a snotty nose. Hurts to eat, hurts to talk.

over.

The lift must have been broken.

Doesn’t seem so great working for Putin.

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Date: 8/07/2025 09:42:34
From: Peak Warming Man
ID: 2299034
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Michael V said:


Peak Warming Man said:

party_pants said:

Cold and rainy. I’m chucking a sickie today, I have a sore throat and a cough and a snotty nose. Hurts to eat, hurts to talk.

over.

The lift must have been broken.

Doesn’t seem so great working for Putin.

Sme of them seem to fall out of high windows.

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Date: 8/07/2025 09:43:54
From: Bubblecar
ID: 2299035
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

party_pants said:


Peak Warming Man said:

Morning pilgrims, a cold but sunny day in the Pearl of the South Specific with a zephyr of a south westerly wind.
Over.

Cold and rainy. I’m chucking a sickie today, I have a sore throat and a cough and a snotty nose. Hurts to eat, hurts to talk.

over.

Damn, my sympathies.

But that’s what comes from mixing with other people in real life.

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Date: 8/07/2025 09:47:23
From: Bubblecar
ID: 2299037
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

We’re heading for 12, min of 1, and 100% chance of rain, with showers increasing this afternoon and evening. A bit windy.

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Date: 8/07/2025 09:51:02
From: Peak Warming Man
ID: 2299039
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

I’m going to spend today charging my phone.

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Date: 8/07/2025 09:53:16
From: Michael V
ID: 2299041
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Peak Warming Man said:


Michael V said:

Peak Warming Man said:

The lift must have been broken.

Doesn’t seem so great working for Putin.

Sme of them seem to fall out of high windows.

Dangerous work.

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Date: 8/07/2025 09:55:18
From: Bubblecar
ID: 2299043
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Peak Warming Man said:


I’m going to spend today charging my phone.

That’ll be exciting. I’m doing the same as we speak.

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Date: 8/07/2025 10:04:42
From: kii
ID: 2299054
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Peak Warming Man said:


I’m going to spend today charging my phone.

My new Apple watch finally arrived. Charging is happening now.

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Date: 8/07/2025 10:07:02
From: kii
ID: 2299056
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

party_pants said:


Peak Warming Man said:

Morning pilgrims, a cold but sunny day in the Pearl of the South Specific with a zephyr of a south westerly wind.
Over.

Cold and rainy. I’m chucking a sickie today, I have a sore throat and a cough and a snotty nose. Hurts to eat, hurts to talk.

over.

How much medical advice do you want? Home “cures”? Or just regular HTFU Forte?

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Date: 8/07/2025 10:09:53
From: party_pants
ID: 2299062
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

kii said:


party_pants said:

Peak Warming Man said:

Morning pilgrims, a cold but sunny day in the Pearl of the South Specific with a zephyr of a south westerly wind.
Over.

Cold and rainy. I’m chucking a sickie today, I have a sore throat and a cough and a snotty nose. Hurts to eat, hurts to talk.

over.

How much medical advice do you want? Home “cures”? Or just regular HTFU Forte?

None at the moment.

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Date: 8/07/2025 10:11:03
From: kii
ID: 2299064
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

party_pants said:


kii said:

party_pants said:

Cold and rainy. I’m chucking a sickie today, I have a sore throat and a cough and a snotty nose. Hurts to eat, hurts to talk.

over.

How much medical advice do you want? Home “cures”? Or just regular HTFU Forte?

None at the moment.


Excellent.

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Date: 8/07/2025 10:18:36
From: Cymek
ID: 2299066
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Good morning

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Date: 8/07/2025 10:48:04
From: Arts
ID: 2299076
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

party_pants said:


Peak Warming Man said:

Morning pilgrims, a cold but sunny day in the Pearl of the South Specific with a zephyr of a south westerly wind.
Over.

Cold and rainy. I’m chucking a sickie today, I have a sore throat and a cough and a snotty nose. Hurts to eat, hurts to talk.

over.

I though chucking a sickie was a pretend sickness… so you can go and do something fun… if you are actually sick aren’t you just having a legit sick day?

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Date: 8/07/2025 10:48:24
From: Arts
ID: 2299077
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Michael V said:


Peak Warming Man said:

party_pants said:

Cold and rainy. I’m chucking a sickie today, I have a sore throat and a cough and a snotty nose. Hurts to eat, hurts to talk.

over.

The lift must have been broken.

Doesn’t seem so great working for Putin.

what gave it away?

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Date: 8/07/2025 10:49:25
From: party_pants
ID: 2299079
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Arts said:


party_pants said:

Peak Warming Man said:

Morning pilgrims, a cold but sunny day in the Pearl of the South Specific with a zephyr of a south westerly wind.
Over.

Cold and rainy. I’m chucking a sickie today, I have a sore throat and a cough and a snotty nose. Hurts to eat, hurts to talk.

over.

I though chucking a sickie was a pretend sickness… so you can go and do something fun… if you are actually sick aren’t you just having a legit sick day?

Interpretations vary.

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Date: 8/07/2025 10:50:37
From: roughbarked
ID: 2299081
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

party_pants said:


Arts said:

party_pants said:

Cold and rainy. I’m chucking a sickie today, I have a sore throat and a cough and a snotty nose. Hurts to eat, hurts to talk.

over.

I though chucking a sickie was a pretend sickness… so you can go and do something fun… if you are actually sick aren’t you just having a legit sick day?

Interpretations vary.

It was either ‘take’ a sickie or ‘chuck’ a sickie.

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Date: 8/07/2025 11:01:23
From: kii
ID: 2299088
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

roughbarked said:


party_pants said:

Arts said:

I though chucking a sickie was a pretend sickness… so you can go and do something fun… if you are actually sick aren’t you just having a legit sick day?

Interpretations vary.

It was either ‘take’ a sickie or ‘chuck’ a sickie.

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Date: 8/07/2025 11:02:54
From: Michael V
ID: 2299089
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Arts said:


Michael V said:

Peak Warming Man said:

The lift must have been broken.

Doesn’t seem so great working for Putin.

what gave it away?

All those unfortunate deaths that surround him. It’s bad luck or summit.

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Date: 8/07/2025 12:30:18
From: buffy
ID: 2299105
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Time to stop mucking about here and start chopping nuts up to make some Florentine biscuits. Going to a meeting tonight and we usually have snacks while we talk.

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Date: 8/07/2025 12:49:16
From: diddly-squat
ID: 2299109
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

has anyone here watched the new Marvel series Ironheart? If so, did you enjoy it?

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Date: 8/07/2025 13:02:34
From: Divine Angel
ID: 2299111
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

We went to a different library than the one we saw the rabbits at. The librarian said they had over 200 people rock up to their bunnies day.

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Date: 8/07/2025 13:05:17
From: Peak Warming Man
ID: 2299112
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Divine Angel said:


We went to a different library than the one we saw the rabbits at. The librarian said they had over 200 people rock up to their bunnies day.

They probably thought it was a bunnings day.

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Date: 8/07/2025 13:06:23
From: diddly-squat
ID: 2299113
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Peak Warming Man said:


Divine Angel said:

We went to a different library than the one we saw the rabbits at. The librarian said they had over 200 people rock up to their bunnies day.

They probably thought it was a bunnings day.

rabbit sausages

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Date: 8/07/2025 13:07:53
From: Bogsnorkler
ID: 2299114
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Divine Angel said:


We went to a different library than the one we saw the rabbits at. The librarian said they had over 200 people rock up to their bunnies day.

maybe I should have a rabbit viewing day here.

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Date: 8/07/2025 13:08:19
From: Divine Angel
ID: 2299115
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Meanwhile, we’re getting a new hot water system installed on Thursday. The bloke who came out yesterday quoted between $3000-$6000 depending what kind we got, electric or heat pump. But, the “extras” we apparently need installed (new base, connectors, safety switch etc) are an extra $1000.

This morning we got a quote for $3300 for a heat pump one, including the “extras” as standard, 10 yr warranty.

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Date: 8/07/2025 13:09:02
From: Bogsnorkler
ID: 2299116
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Bogsnorkler said:


Divine Angel said:

We went to a different library than the one we saw the rabbits at. The librarian said they had over 200 people rock up to their bunnies day.

maybe I should have a rabbit viewing day here.

you can even take them home. if you can catch them.

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Date: 8/07/2025 13:11:54
From: diddly-squat
ID: 2299118
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Divine Angel said:


Meanwhile, we’re getting a new hot water system installed on Thursday. The bloke who came out yesterday quoted between $3000-$6000 depending what kind we got, electric or heat pump. But, the “extras” we apparently need installed (new base, connectors, safety switch etc) are an extra $1000.

This morning we got a quote for $3300 for a heat pump one, including the “extras” as standard, 10 yr warranty.

Instant hot water is where it’s at..

no reservoir

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Date: 8/07/2025 13:12:24
From: Bubblecar
ID: 2299119
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Divine Angel said:


Meanwhile, we’re getting a new hot water system installed on Thursday. The bloke who came out yesterday quoted between $3000-$6000 depending what kind we got, electric or heat pump. But, the “extras” we apparently need installed (new base, connectors, safety switch etc) are an extra $1000.

This morning we got a quote for $3300 for a heat pump one, including the “extras” as standard, 10 yr warranty.

Dodged a dodgy one there.

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Date: 8/07/2025 13:13:35
From: Divine Angel
ID: 2299120
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

diddly-squat said:


Divine Angel said:

Meanwhile, we’re getting a new hot water system installed on Thursday. The bloke who came out yesterday quoted between $3000-$6000 depending what kind we got, electric or heat pump. But, the “extras” we apparently need installed (new base, connectors, safety switch etc) are an extra $1000.

This morning we got a quote for $3300 for a heat pump one, including the “extras” as standard, 10 yr warranty.

Instant hot water is where it’s at..

no reservoir

Dad’s trying to talk me into a gas one, but my sister has gas and says it’s all fun and games til you have to do a nudie run to change the gas bottle.

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Date: 8/07/2025 13:14:38
From: diddly-squat
ID: 2299121
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Divine Angel said:


diddly-squat said:

Divine Angel said:

Meanwhile, we’re getting a new hot water system installed on Thursday. The bloke who came out yesterday quoted between $3000-$6000 depending what kind we got, electric or heat pump. But, the “extras” we apparently need installed (new base, connectors, safety switch etc) are an extra $1000.

This morning we got a quote for $3300 for a heat pump one, including the “extras” as standard, 10 yr warranty.

Instant hot water is where it’s at..

no reservoir

Dad’s trying to talk me into a gas one, but my sister has gas and says it’s all fun and games til you have to do a nudie run to change the gas bottle.

you don’t have mains gas?

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Date: 8/07/2025 13:16:00
From: Divine Angel
ID: 2299122
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

diddly-squat said:


Divine Angel said:

diddly-squat said:

Instant hot water is where it’s at..

no reservoir

Dad’s trying to talk me into a gas one, but my sister has gas and says it’s all fun and games til you have to do a nudie run to change the gas bottle.

you don’t have mains gas?

None of us do. Absolutely no idea why my sister has gas hot water.

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Date: 8/07/2025 13:16:28
From: kii
ID: 2299123
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Divine Angel said:


We went to a different library than the one we saw the rabbits at. The librarian said they had over 200 people rock up to their bunnies day.

Do they also have cane toad days at the library?
Introduced creatures that can cause damage?
Why don’t amphibians get the same love as mammals?
I suppose rabbit stew is better than cane toad stew for fund-raising purposes.

So many questions.

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Date: 8/07/2025 13:17:09
From: Bogsnorkler
ID: 2299124
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

diddly-squat said:


Divine Angel said:

Meanwhile, we’re getting a new hot water system installed on Thursday. The bloke who came out yesterday quoted between $3000-$6000 depending what kind we got, electric or heat pump. But, the “extras” we apparently need installed (new base, connectors, safety switch etc) are an extra $1000.

This morning we got a quote for $3300 for a heat pump one, including the “extras” as standard, 10 yr warranty.

Instant hot water is where it’s at..

no reservoir

it’s the best. no pilot light.

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Date: 8/07/2025 13:18:44
From: diddly-squat
ID: 2299125
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Divine Angel said:


diddly-squat said:

Divine Angel said:

Dad’s trying to talk me into a gas one, but my sister has gas and says it’s all fun and games til you have to do a nudie run to change the gas bottle.

you don’t have mains gas?

None of us do. Absolutely no idea why my sister has gas hot water.

yeah, without mains gas it’s crazy town, unless you also installed large capacity gas cylinders.

as a child we had multiple gas cylinders on our property as my mum was a potter and used them for her kilns – I remember the guy coming and filling them up.. yep avoid that.

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Date: 8/07/2025 13:18:51
From: Divine Angel
ID: 2299126
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Bogsnorkler said:


diddly-squat said:

Divine Angel said:

Meanwhile, we’re getting a new hot water system installed on Thursday. The bloke who came out yesterday quoted between $3000-$6000 depending what kind we got, electric or heat pump. But, the “extras” we apparently need installed (new base, connectors, safety switch etc) are an extra $1000.

This morning we got a quote for $3300 for a heat pump one, including the “extras” as standard, 10 yr warranty.

Instant hot water is where it’s at..

no reservoir

it’s the best. no pilot light.

Flashback to my dad’s property where we had to light a fire under the water tank, wait two hours, and then have a bath.

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Date: 8/07/2025 13:19:21
From: Cymek
ID: 2299127
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

kii said:


Divine Angel said:

We went to a different library than the one we saw the rabbits at. The librarian said they had over 200 people rock up to their bunnies day.

Do they also have cane toad days at the library?
Introduced creatures that can cause damage?
Why don’t amphibians get the same love as mammals?
I suppose rabbit stew is better than cane toad stew for fund-raising purposes.

So many questions.

Introduced creatures that can cause damage?

Human stew ?

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Date: 8/07/2025 13:20:08
From: diddly-squat
ID: 2299128
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Divine Angel said:


Bogsnorkler said:

diddly-squat said:

Instant hot water is where it’s at..

no reservoir

it’s the best. no pilot light.

Flashback to my dad’s property where we had to light a fire under the water tank, wait two hours, and then have a bath.

in NZ we had a wetback hot water system where the water was heated from the old coal range that was installed in the kitchen..

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Date: 8/07/2025 13:20:14
From: Divine Angel
ID: 2299129
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

My dad’s hot water is barely warm. Having a shower at his place sucks.

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Date: 8/07/2025 13:20:28
From: Bubblecar
ID: 2299130
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Hot water in this house is a 160 litre mains pressure Rheem, so when I’m in the shower I sometimes sing the old Rheem advert:

RHEEEEM!
Turn it on!
Rheem hot water runs hot and strong!
Keep your family clean, with
Rheem, Rheem, Rheem.

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Date: 8/07/2025 13:22:17
From: Divine Angel
ID: 2299131
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Bubblecar said:


Hot water in this house is a 160 litre mains pressure Rheem, so when I’m in the shower I sometimes sing the old Rheem advert:

RHEEEEM!
Turn it on!
Rheem hot water runs hot and strong!
Keep your family clean, with
Rheem, Rheem, Rheem.

I like singing the old Decorè ad even though the shampoo was discontinued about three decades ago.

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Date: 8/07/2025 13:22:47
From: Bogsnorkler
ID: 2299132
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Divine Angel said:


Bogsnorkler said:

diddly-squat said:

Instant hot water is where it’s at..

no reservoir

it’s the best. no pilot light.

Flashback to my dad’s property where we had to light a fire under the water tank, wait two hours, and then have a bath.

I had a chip heater before the instantaneous heater. I liked it but the new one is better.

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Date: 8/07/2025 13:22:54
From: kii
ID: 2299133
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Cymek said:


kii said:

Divine Angel said:

We went to a different library than the one we saw the rabbits at. The librarian said they had over 200 people rock up to their bunnies day.

Do they also have cane toad days at the library?
Introduced creatures that can cause damage?
Why don’t amphibians get the same love as mammals?
I suppose rabbit stew is better than cane toad stew for fund-raising purposes.

So many questions.

Introduced creatures that can cause damage?

Human stew ?

Yeah, some of them deserve to go in the pot!

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Date: 8/07/2025 13:23:52
From: Michael V
ID: 2299134
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

diddly-squat said:


Peak Warming Man said:

Divine Angel said:

We went to a different library than the one we saw the rabbits at. The librarian said they had over 200 people rock up to their bunnies day.

They probably thought it was a bunnings day.

rabbit sausages

Welsh or Pemmican?

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Date: 8/07/2025 13:24:23
From: Bogsnorkler
ID: 2299135
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

https://www.theguardian.com/uk-news/2025/jul/07/paramedic-jailed-for-10-years-for-secretly-giving-woman-abortion-drug-during-sex

Link

bit different to 180 days.

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Date: 8/07/2025 13:25:37
From: Michael V
ID: 2299136
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Divine Angel said:


Meanwhile, we’re getting a new hot water system installed on Thursday. The bloke who came out yesterday quoted between $3000-$6000 depending what kind we got, electric or heat pump. But, the “extras” we apparently need installed (new base, connectors, safety switch etc) are an extra $1000.

This morning we got a quote for $3300 for a heat pump one, including the “extras” as standard, 10 yr warranty.

Ours was a new Rinnai Stainless Steel Solar unit installed for $5.5k.

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Date: 8/07/2025 13:25:59
From: Cymek
ID: 2299137
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Divine Angel said:


My dad’s hot water is barely warm. Having a shower at his place sucks.

I miss a long shower
Get under 10 minutes with my little tank

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Date: 8/07/2025 13:26:19
From: Cymek
ID: 2299138
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Divine Angel said:


Bubblecar said:

Hot water in this house is a 160 litre mains pressure Rheem, so when I’m in the shower I sometimes sing the old Rheem advert:

RHEEEEM!
Turn it on!
Rheem hot water runs hot and strong!
Keep your family clean, with
Rheem, Rheem, Rheem.

I like singing the old Decorè ad even though the shampoo was discontinued about three decades ago.

Do you do the dance as well ?

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Date: 8/07/2025 13:27:57
From: Bogsnorkler
ID: 2299139
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Cymek said:


Divine Angel said:

My dad’s hot water is barely warm. Having a shower at his place sucks.

I miss a long shower
Get under 10 minutes with my little tank

best shower was on a farm. dam fed water, so a few thousand litres. chip heater next to the shower. you could stay under for days, or until the firwood ran out.

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Date: 8/07/2025 13:27:57
From: Divine Angel
ID: 2299140
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Cymek said:


Divine Angel said:

Bubblecar said:

Hot water in this house is a 160 litre mains pressure Rheem, so when I’m in the shower I sometimes sing the old Rheem advert:

RHEEEEM!
Turn it on!
Rheem hot water runs hot and strong!
Keep your family clean, with
Rheem, Rheem, Rheem.

I like singing the old Decorè ad even though the shampoo was discontinued about three decades ago.

Do you do the dance as well ?

My shower’s not big enough to do the Macarena, so Decorè will do

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Date: 8/07/2025 14:06:55
From: poikilotherm
ID: 2299144
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Michael V said:


Divine Angel said:

Meanwhile, we’re getting a new hot water system installed on Thursday. The bloke who came out yesterday quoted between $3000-$6000 depending what kind we got, electric or heat pump. But, the “extras” we apparently need installed (new base, connectors, safety switch etc) are an extra $1000.

This morning we got a quote for $3300 for a heat pump one, including the “extras” as standard, 10 yr warranty.

Ours was a new Rinnai Stainless Steel Solar unit installed for $5.5k.

Get an instantaneous gas one, $2000 or less installed.

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Date: 8/07/2025 14:14:21
From: diddly-squat
ID: 2299146
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

poikilotherm said:


Michael V said:

Divine Angel said:

Meanwhile, we’re getting a new hot water system installed on Thursday. The bloke who came out yesterday quoted between $3000-$6000 depending what kind we got, electric or heat pump. But, the “extras” we apparently need installed (new base, connectors, safety switch etc) are an extra $1000.

This morning we got a quote for $3300 for a heat pump one, including the “extras” as standard, 10 yr warranty.

Ours was a new Rinnai Stainless Steel Solar unit installed for $5.5k.

Get an instantaneous gas one, $2000 or less installed.

no mains gas

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Date: 8/07/2025 14:22:05
From: poikilotherm
ID: 2299149
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

diddly-squat said:


poikilotherm said:

Michael V said:

Ours was a new Rinnai Stainless Steel Solar unit installed for $5.5k.

Get an instantaneous gas one, $2000 or less installed.

no mains gas

Ah, bugger.

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Date: 8/07/2025 14:22:12
From: Brindabellas
ID: 2299150
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

And disaster has occurred – Husband has got my cold – and somehow it has morphed into manflu!

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Date: 8/07/2025 14:26:30
From: party_pants
ID: 2299151
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Brindabellas said:


And disaster has occurred – Husband has got my cold – and somehow it has morphed into manflu!

I can sympathise with him.

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Date: 8/07/2025 14:29:02
From: buffy
ID: 2299152
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

OK, Florentine biscuits made. Looking good. Just waiting for them to cool enough, then I can do the washing up (they are on the cooling rack on the draining board at the moment). Then I might go and read for a bit.

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Date: 8/07/2025 14:29:25
From: Michael V
ID: 2299153
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Brindabellas said:


And disaster has occurred – Husband has got my cold – and somehow it has morphed into manflu!

Bugger.

:-{

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Date: 8/07/2025 14:33:53
From: party_pants
ID: 2299156
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

The RBA has decided to hold rates steady.

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Date: 8/07/2025 14:36:23
From: Bubblecar
ID: 2299157
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

buffy said:


OK, Florentine biscuits made. Looking good. Just waiting for them to cool enough, then I can do the washing up (they are on the cooling rack on the draining board at the moment). Then I might go and read for a bit.

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Date: 8/07/2025 14:42:06
From: Bubblecar
ID: 2299159
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Brindabellas said:


And disaster has occurred – Husband has got my cold – and somehow it has morphed into manflu!

On its way.

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Date: 8/07/2025 15:12:12
From: kii
ID: 2299163
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Brindabellas said:


And disaster has occurred – Husband has got my cold – and somehow it has morphed into manflu!

Seriously, don’t play into that myth.
One thing that I noticed with mr kii, he never got sooky when sick. Rarely had colds, had to be forced to rest on the one occasion he had the flu and never complained about the constant pain he had in his back.

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Date: 8/07/2025 15:17:03
From: kii
ID: 2299164
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

captain_spalding appears to be missing.

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Date: 8/07/2025 15:17:52
From: Brindabellas
ID: 2299165
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

kii said:


Brindabellas said:

And disaster has occurred – Husband has got my cold – and somehow it has morphed into manflu!

Seriously, don’t play into that myth.
One thing that I noticed with mr kii, he never got sooky when sick. Rarely had colds, had to be forced to rest on the one occasion he had the flu and never complained about the constant pain he had in his back.


Actually, it’s not a myth: AI says: While “man flu” is often a term used lightheartedly, research suggests there might be some biological basis for men experiencing more severe or prolonged symptoms from viral respiratory illnesses like the flu. Studies indicate that men may have a weaker immune response and a slower recovery time compared to women. However, more research is needed to fully understand the extent and causes of these potential differences.

But honestly – it was a joke Joyce

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Date: 8/07/2025 15:21:00
From: kii
ID: 2299166
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Brindabellas said:


kii said:

Brindabellas said:

And disaster has occurred – Husband has got my cold – and somehow it has morphed into manflu!

Seriously, don’t play into that myth.
One thing that I noticed with mr kii, he never got sooky when sick. Rarely had colds, had to be forced to rest on the one occasion he had the flu and never complained about the constant pain he had in his back.


Actually, it’s not a myth: AI says: While “man flu” is often a term used lightheartedly, research suggests there might be some biological basis for men experiencing more severe or prolonged symptoms from viral respiratory illnesses like the flu. Studies indicate that men may have a weaker immune response and a slower recovery time compared to women. However, more research is needed to fully understand the extent and causes of these potential differences.

But honestly – it was a joke Joyce

Women have enough burden without having to deal with a man with a cold.
It seems to be a modern affliction.
Come to think of it I’ve never had any men, or boys, in my life who were sooks about a cold.

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Date: 8/07/2025 15:23:29
From: Cymek
ID: 2299167
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

kii said:


Brindabellas said:

kii said:

Seriously, don’t play into that myth.
One thing that I noticed with mr kii, he never got sooky when sick. Rarely had colds, had to be forced to rest on the one occasion he had the flu and never complained about the constant pain he had in his back.


Actually, it’s not a myth: AI says: While “man flu” is often a term used lightheartedly, research suggests there might be some biological basis for men experiencing more severe or prolonged symptoms from viral respiratory illnesses like the flu. Studies indicate that men may have a weaker immune response and a slower recovery time compared to women. However, more research is needed to fully understand the extent and causes of these potential differences.

But honestly – it was a joke Joyce

Women have enough burden without having to deal with a man with a cold.
It seems to be a modern affliction.
Come to think of it I’ve never had any men, or boys, in my life who were sooks about a cold.

Men apart from physical strength are considered the weaker sex aren’t they ?

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Date: 8/07/2025 15:29:39
From: Brindabellas
ID: 2299169
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Cymek said:


kii said:

Brindabellas said:

Actually, it’s not a myth: AI says: While “man flu” is often a term used lightheartedly, research suggests there might be some biological basis for men experiencing more severe or prolonged symptoms from viral respiratory illnesses like the flu. Studies indicate that men may have a weaker immune response and a slower recovery time compared to women. However, more research is needed to fully understand the extent and causes of these potential differences.

But honestly – it was a joke Joyce

Women have enough burden without having to deal with a man with a cold.
It seems to be a modern affliction.
Come to think of it I’ve never had any men, or boys, in my life who were sooks about a cold.

Men apart from physical strength are considered the weaker sex aren’t they ?

and for the record – my husband is outside in the freezing cold and strong wind, pruning – and he should be inside resting

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Date: 8/07/2025 15:33:13
From: buffy
ID: 2299170
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Bubblecar said:


buffy said:

OK, Florentine biscuits made. Looking good. Just waiting for them to cool enough, then I can do the washing up (they are on the cooling rack on the draining board at the moment). Then I might go and read for a bit.


Real Florentines don’t have cornflakes in them. At least not the ones Wanner’s used to make where I grew up. Lots of chopped nuts (today I used macadamias, pecans, almonds, cashews and a few peanuts) and bits of glace cherry. And instead of bothering with chocolate-ing their bottoms, I mixed choc bits into the mix.

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Date: 8/07/2025 15:33:15
From: Bogsnorkler
ID: 2299171
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Brindabellas said:


Cymek said:

kii said:

Women have enough burden without having to deal with a man with a cold.
It seems to be a modern affliction.
Come to think of it I’ve never had any men, or boys, in my life who were sooks about a cold.

Men apart from physical strength are considered the weaker sex aren’t they ?

and for the record – my husband is outside in the freezing cold and strong wind, pruning – and he should be inside resting

Nah, do him good rather than moping about the place. his elevated temperature will keep him warm.

;-)

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Date: 8/07/2025 15:38:47
From: Bubblecar
ID: 2299172
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

buffy said:


Bubblecar said:

buffy said:

OK, Florentine biscuits made. Looking good. Just waiting for them to cool enough, then I can do the washing up (they are on the cooling rack on the draining board at the moment). Then I might go and read for a bit.


Real Florentines don’t have cornflakes in them. At least not the ones Wanner’s used to make where I grew up. Lots of chopped nuts (today I used macadamias, pecans, almonds, cashews and a few peanuts) and bits of glace cherry. And instead of bothering with chocolate-ing their bottoms, I mixed choc bits into the mix.


I’m sure they’re scrumptious.

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Date: 8/07/2025 15:42:14
From: dv
ID: 2299173
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

diddly-squat said:


has anyone here watched the new Marvel series Ironheart? If so, did you enjoy it?

Yes. Not great but fine. Like 6 or 7 out of 10.

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Date: 8/07/2025 15:46:08
From: diddly-squat
ID: 2299175
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

dv said:


diddly-squat said:

has anyone here watched the new Marvel series Ironheart? If so, did you enjoy it?

Yes. Not great but fine. Like 6 or 7 out of 10.

thanks.. watched Thunderbolts on the weekend and had a similar experience

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Date: 8/07/2025 15:48:22
From: dv
ID: 2299176
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

diddly-squat said:


dv said:

diddly-squat said:

has anyone here watched the new Marvel series Ironheart? If so, did you enjoy it?

Yes. Not great but fine. Like 6 or 7 out of 10.

thanks.. watched Thunderbolts on the weekend and had a similar experience

I think the only MCU output that really didn’t work for me was Eternals, and Quantumania.

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Date: 8/07/2025 15:52:45
From: Bubblecar
ID: 2299177
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Cold gusty winds blowing draughts through all the gaps and cracks here.

Probably worse at buffy’s place.

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Date: 8/07/2025 15:57:02
From: Tamb
ID: 2299178
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Bubblecar said:


Cold gusty winds blowing draughts through all the gaps and cracks here.

Probably worse at buffy’s place.


21°, Zero wind, 3/8 cloud.

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Date: 8/07/2025 16:27:35
From: buffy
ID: 2299180
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Bubblecar said:


Cold gusty winds blowing draughts through all the gaps and cracks here.

Probably worse at buffy’s place.

Every now and then the sun comes out for about 5 minutes, but other than that it is grey, rainy (to varying degrees) and windy (spasmodically). I’ll go and check the thermometer at the back door. Right now it’s raining, so it feels cold. Mr buffy is sitting in his beanbag in front of the woodheater with a Pug on his lap.

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Date: 8/07/2025 16:32:25
From: buffy
ID: 2299181
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

buffy said:


Bubblecar said:

Cold gusty winds blowing draughts through all the gaps and cracks here.

Probably worse at buffy’s place.

Every now and then the sun comes out for about 5 minutes, but other than that it is grey, rainy (to varying degrees) and windy (spasmodically). I’ll go and check the thermometer at the back door. Right now it’s raining, so it feels cold. Mr buffy is sitting in his beanbag in front of the woodheater with a Pug on his lap.

It’s 5 degrees at the back door. All the BoM weather stations within about 40km seem to be sitting on 10 degrees. Not sure why we are so cold, and the thermometer is in a sheltered position. The wind drops (it’s dropped again right now) and then winds up again into the 60s/70s for its gusts. Mt William over the plains in the Grampians did a 100km/hr gust at 10.30am. It does slow down a little bit on its way to us.

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Date: 8/07/2025 16:38:21
From: Peak Warming Man
ID: 2299182
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

buffy said:


buffy said:

Bubblecar said:

Cold gusty winds blowing draughts through all the gaps and cracks here.

Probably worse at buffy’s place.

Every now and then the sun comes out for about 5 minutes, but other than that it is grey, rainy (to varying degrees) and windy (spasmodically). I’ll go and check the thermometer at the back door. Right now it’s raining, so it feels cold. Mr buffy is sitting in his beanbag in front of the woodheater with a Pug on his lap.

It’s 5 degrees at the back door. All the BoM weather stations within about 40km seem to be sitting on 10 degrees. Not sure why we are so cold, and the thermometer is in a sheltered position. The wind drops (it’s dropped again right now) and then winds up again into the 60s/70s for its gusts. Mt William over the plains in the Grampians did a 100km/hr gust at 10.30am. It does slow down a little bit on its way to us.

Is that a normal discrepancy?

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Date: 8/07/2025 16:42:14
From: Bubblecar
ID: 2299183
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

It’s probably about 5 or 6 here too, but the wind chill makes it seem rather colder.

Haven’t had much rain yet but it should starting in earnest soon. I hope the power stays on.

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Date: 8/07/2025 16:46:16
From: Arts
ID: 2299184
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Brindabellas said:


Cymek said:

kii said:

Women have enough burden without having to deal with a man with a cold.
It seems to be a modern affliction.
Come to think of it I’ve never had any men, or boys, in my life who were sooks about a cold.

Men apart from physical strength are considered the weaker sex aren’t they ?

and for the record – my husband is outside in the freezing cold and strong wind, pruning – and he should be inside resting

I read that as he is outside purring… so that’s enough internet for me today

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Date: 8/07/2025 16:58:41
From: Bubblecar
ID: 2299185
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Arts said:


Brindabellas said:

Cymek said:

Men apart from physical strength are considered the weaker sex aren’t they ?

and for the record – my husband is outside in the freezing cold and strong wind, pruning – and he should be inside resting

I read that as he is outside purring… so that’s enough internet for me today

Heh :)

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Date: 8/07/2025 17:01:42
From: Bubblecar
ID: 2299186
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Arts, do you have any idea of how much of the mushroom case media coverage Erin Patterson herself has access to?

I don’t know if she has internet access in prison.

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Date: 8/07/2025 17:10:28
From: Bubblecar
ID: 2299187
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Rain hitting the window hard now,

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Date: 8/07/2025 17:14:12
From: Bubblecar
ID: 2299188
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Bubblecar said:


Arts, do you have any idea of how much of the mushroom case media coverage Erin Patterson herself has access to?

I don’t know if she has internet access in prison.

She would presumably have TV at least.

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Date: 8/07/2025 17:16:24
From: Divine Angel
ID: 2299189
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

I’m coming back as this dog in my next life

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Date: 8/07/2025 17:17:34
From: Bubblecar
ID: 2299190
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Divine Angel said:


I’m coming back as this dog in my next life

:)

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Date: 8/07/2025 17:21:12
From: Arts
ID: 2299191
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Bubblecar said:


Arts, do you have any idea of how much of the mushroom case media coverage Erin Patterson herself has access to?

I don’t know if she has internet access in prison.

no idea, I suspect almost all of it if she wishes…

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Date: 8/07/2025 17:23:45
From: Bubblecar
ID: 2299192
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Hmm. Very restricted, according to this ABC article.

Getting the information you need isn’t easy for prisoners in Australia. One newspaper hopes to change that

Entering prison is a particular kind of informational lockdown: almost no access to the internet, limited TV and radio, and two copies of magazines or papers for a population of hundreds…

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Date: 8/07/2025 17:26:25
From: Divine Angel
ID: 2299193
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Bubblecar said:


Hmm. Very restricted, according to this ABC article.

Getting the information you need isn’t easy for prisoners in Australia. One newspaper hopes to change that

Entering prison is a particular kind of informational lockdown: almost no access to the internet, limited TV and radio, and two copies of magazines or papers for a population of hundreds…

Then you’ve got prisoners in the US doing whole degrees whilst on the inside.

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Date: 8/07/2025 17:29:49
From: Arts
ID: 2299197
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Bubblecar said:


Hmm. Very restricted, according to this ABC article.

Getting the information you need isn’t easy for prisoners in Australia. One newspaper hopes to change that

Entering prison is a particular kind of informational lockdown: almost no access to the internet, limited TV and radio, and two copies of magazines or papers for a population of hundreds…

incarcerated people get visitations, they also get phone calls. And there was a pilot program run where inmates were given iPads to do a number of things like order ref, fill in forms they needed to fill in for certain applications and requests, and videocall their families (particularly good for fathers to read their kids bedtime stories) .. so they aren’t exactly living in an information void…

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Date: 8/07/2025 17:30:23
From: Arts
ID: 2299198
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Divine Angel said:


Bubblecar said:

Hmm. Very restricted, according to this ABC article.

Getting the information you need isn’t easy for prisoners in Australia. One newspaper hopes to change that

Entering prison is a particular kind of informational lockdown: almost no access to the internet, limited TV and radio, and two copies of magazines or papers for a population of hundreds…

Then you’ve got prisoners in the US doing whole degrees whilst on the inside.

we have people doing the same here.. I have had a number of students doing criminology degrees while incarcerated.

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Date: 8/07/2025 17:33:07
From: kii
ID: 2299199
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

With all the recent talk about the Epstein files my thoughts return to Trump’s hatred of transwomen and drag queens. I reckon he had a sexual encounter with a transwoman or a drag queen and that freaked him out.

If you look at the photos of many of the Mar-a-Lago women they have been cosmetically changed so much that they look like drag queens.

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Date: 8/07/2025 17:34:22
From: Divine Angel
ID: 2299200
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Arts said:


Divine Angel said:

Bubblecar said:

Hmm. Very restricted, according to this ABC article.

Getting the information you need isn’t easy for prisoners in Australia. One newspaper hopes to change that

Entering prison is a particular kind of informational lockdown: almost no access to the internet, limited TV and radio, and two copies of magazines or papers for a population of hundreds…

Then you’ve got prisoners in the US doing whole degrees whilst on the inside.

we have people doing the same here.. I have had a number of students doing criminology degrees while incarcerated.

Oh that’s cool.

I recently read the autobiography of Jeremy Meeks (awful, don’t recommend) but he was talking about his homies doing time & degrees.

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Date: 8/07/2025 17:35:04
From: Arts
ID: 2299201
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Divine Angel said:


Arts said:

Divine Angel said:

Then you’ve got prisoners in the US doing whole degrees whilst on the inside.

we have people doing the same here.. I have had a number of students doing criminology degrees while incarcerated.

Oh that’s cool.

I recently read the autobiography of Jeremy Meeks (awful, don’t recommend) but he was talking about his homies doing time & degrees.

the crim turned model? I use his story as a case study for a unit :)

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Date: 8/07/2025 17:35:06
From: buffy
ID: 2299202
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Peak Warming Man said:


buffy said:

buffy said:

Every now and then the sun comes out for about 5 minutes, but other than that it is grey, rainy (to varying degrees) and windy (spasmodically). I’ll go and check the thermometer at the back door. Right now it’s raining, so it feels cold. Mr buffy is sitting in his beanbag in front of the woodheater with a Pug on his lap.

It’s 5 degrees at the back door. All the BoM weather stations within about 40km seem to be sitting on 10 degrees. Not sure why we are so cold, and the thermometer is in a sheltered position. The wind drops (it’s dropped again right now) and then winds up again into the 60s/70s for its gusts. Mt William over the plains in the Grampians did a 100km/hr gust at 10.30am. It does slow down a little bit on its way to us.

Is that a normal discrepancy?

We seem to be generally a bit different from the “surrounding” towns, but they are a good distance from us. Hamilton is 30km, Mortlake is 57km, Westmere is 77km and Mt William is 92km. Rainfall can be markedly different. Mind you, we get excited about 10mm being a good fall.

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Date: 8/07/2025 17:37:18
From: Divine Angel
ID: 2299203
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Arts said:


Divine Angel said:

Arts said:

we have people doing the same here.. I have had a number of students doing criminology degrees while incarcerated.

Oh that’s cool.

I recently read the autobiography of Jeremy Meeks (awful, don’t recommend) but he was talking about his homies doing time & degrees.

the crim turned model? I use his story as a case study for a unit :)

Ha! Yeah, him. He was on the path of reform when that mugshot was taken. Bad timing on his part for the arrest, but it turned out well for him.

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Date: 8/07/2025 17:45:33
From: Peak Warming Man
ID: 2299205
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

buffy said:


Peak Warming Man said:

buffy said:

It’s 5 degrees at the back door. All the BoM weather stations within about 40km seem to be sitting on 10 degrees. Not sure why we are so cold, and the thermometer is in a sheltered position. The wind drops (it’s dropped again right now) and then winds up again into the 60s/70s for its gusts. Mt William over the plains in the Grampians did a 100km/hr gust at 10.30am. It does slow down a little bit on its way to us.

Is that a normal discrepancy?

We seem to be generally a bit different from the “surrounding” towns, but they are a good distance from us. Hamilton is 30km, Mortlake is 57km, Westmere is 77km and Mt William is 92km. Rainfall can be markedly different. Mind you, we get excited about 10mm being a good fall.

At the redoubt it is usually 4 degrees warmer than Stanthorpe, Stanthorpe is at 800m the redoubt at 400m.
Ballpark 1 degree for every 100m.

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Date: 8/07/2025 17:50:51
From: Peak Warming Man
ID: 2299207
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Have you deciphered all the controls and instrument on the car Arts?

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Date: 8/07/2025 17:55:35
From: Bubblecar
ID: 2299210
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Call from the older sister. The mainland sister was feeling much better yesterday, was discharged from hospital and returned home (she lives alone but has a helpful neighbour).

But then she was taken back by ambulance this morning :(

We don’t yet have an update on how she’s doing, but it does seem that her days of independent living are probably over, and she’ll need full-time nursing.

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Date: 8/07/2025 17:57:35
From: Divine Angel
ID: 2299211
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Bubblecar said:


Call from the older sister. The mainland sister was feeling much better yesterday, was discharged from hospital and returned home (she lives alone but has a helpful neighbour).

But then she was taken back by ambulance this morning :(

We don’t yet have an update on how she’s doing, but it does seem that her days of independent living are probably over, and she’ll need full-time nursing.

Damn, Car. She’s certainly put in a valiant effort.

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Date: 8/07/2025 18:00:56
From: Peak Warming Man
ID: 2299212
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Bubblecar said:


Call from the older sister. The mainland sister was feeling much better yesterday, was discharged from hospital and returned home (she lives alone but has a helpful neighbour).

But then she was taken back by ambulance this morning :(

We don’t yet have an update on how she’s doing, but it does seem that her days of independent living are probably over, and she’ll need full-time nursing.

Bugger.

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Date: 8/07/2025 18:54:22
From: roughbarked
ID: 2299217
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Arts said:


Bubblecar said:

Arts, do you have any idea of how much of the mushroom case media coverage Erin Patterson herself has access to?

I don’t know if she has internet access in prison.

no idea, I suspect almost all of it if she wishes…

The court transcript is available. At a cost.

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Date: 8/07/2025 19:10:06
From: roughbarked
ID: 2299222
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Australian scientists believe they are close to developing a vaccine for Hendra virus, which is deadly to horses and humans.

Researchers used an alpaca named Pedro to create antibodies that protect against the virus.

https://www.abc.net.au/news/2025-07-08/hendra-virus-vaccine-breakthrough-alpaca-nanobodies/105508434

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Date: 8/07/2025 19:29:23
From: Arts
ID: 2299224
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Peak Warming Man said:


Have you deciphered all the controls and instrument on the car Arts?

mostly, I spent some time on the weekend reading the manual… but the car itself has a manual on it and there is also an ap that tells me if there is something wrong with the car.

I had to check the tyre pressure on the weekend because the ap told me that the front right tyre was low.. it’s pretty cool.

I also filled it up for $60 at ULP98 and it says I have a range of 670kms and the ev is self generating… so I’m pretty happy with my choice

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Date: 8/07/2025 19:35:00
From: Bogsnorkler
ID: 2299226
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Arts said:


Peak Warming Man said:

Have you deciphered all the controls and instrument on the car Arts?

mostly, I spent some time on the weekend reading the manual… but the car itself has a manual on it and there is also an ap that tells me if there is something wrong with the car.

I had to check the tyre pressure on the weekend because the ap told me that the front right tyre was low.. it’s pretty cool.

I also filled it up for $60 at ULP98 and it says I have a range of 670kms and the ev is self generating… so I’m pretty happy with my choice

You RTFM!?

I did too so I could figure out which features I could turn off.

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Date: 8/07/2025 19:43:12
From: Arts
ID: 2299227
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Bogsnorkler said:


Arts said:

Peak Warming Man said:

Have you deciphered all the controls and instrument on the car Arts?

mostly, I spent some time on the weekend reading the manual… but the car itself has a manual on it and there is also an ap that tells me if there is something wrong with the car.

I had to check the tyre pressure on the weekend because the ap told me that the front right tyre was low.. it’s pretty cool.

I also filled it up for $60 at ULP98 and it says I have a range of 670kms and the ev is self generating… so I’m pretty happy with my choice

You RTFM!?

I did too so I could figure out which features I could turn off.

yeah some of them like the brake assist take a bit of getting used to, so I turned that off until I got a bit more used to the car… but today I found it handy.. so I’ll probably keep that on medium for the most part… the lane assist also is annoying, so i turned that off and probably wont turn that back on.. maybe if I do a long country drive…

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Date: 8/07/2025 19:50:06
From: roughbarked
ID: 2299230
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Doctor describes Erin Patterson as evil. https://www.abc.net.au/news/2025-07-08/chris-webster-erin-patterson-mushroom-murder-trial/105508638

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Date: 8/07/2025 19:50:31
From: Bogsnorkler
ID: 2299231
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Arts said:


Bogsnorkler said:

Arts said:

mostly, I spent some time on the weekend reading the manual… but the car itself has a manual on it and there is also an ap that tells me if there is something wrong with the car.

I had to check the tyre pressure on the weekend because the ap told me that the front right tyre was low.. it’s pretty cool.

I also filled it up for $60 at ULP98 and it says I have a range of 670kms and the ev is self generating… so I’m pretty happy with my choice

You RTFM!?

I did too so I could figure out which features I could turn off.

yeah some of them like the brake assist take a bit of getting used to, so I turned that off until I got a bit more used to the car… but today I found it handy.. so I’ll probably keep that on medium for the most part… the lane assist also is annoying, so i turned that off and probably wont turn that back on.. maybe if I do a long country drive…

mine has lane assist. slight resistance in steering and sometimes a light shudder through the steering wheel. it can also self steer in one mode, have to turn it on, good on long trips when you want to have a snooze.

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Date: 8/07/2025 20:23:26
From: Bubblecar
ID: 2299236
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

roughbarked said:


Doctor describes Erin Patterson as evil. https://www.abc.net.au/news/2025-07-08/chris-webster-erin-patterson-mushroom-murder-trial/105508638

A cell at the Dame Phyllis Frost Centre, the maximum security women’s prison where Patterson is now being held.

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Date: 8/07/2025 20:25:58
From: roughbarked
ID: 2299238
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Bubblecar said:


roughbarked said:

Doctor describes Erin Patterson as evil. https://www.abc.net.au/news/2025-07-08/chris-webster-erin-patterson-mushroom-murder-trial/105508638

A cell at the Dame Phyllis Frost Centre, the maximum security women’s prison where Patterson is now being held.

Doesn’t look like there is much room for a TV.

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Date: 8/07/2025 20:27:02
From: esselte
ID: 2299239
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Waymo (autonomous driving taxi service owned by Alphabet) seems to be doing well…

The study compared Waymo’s liability claims to human driver baselines, which are based on Swiss Re’s data from over 500,000 claims and over 200 billion miles of exposure. It found that the Waymo Driver demonstrated better safety performance when compared to human-driven vehicles, with an 88% reduction in property damage claims and 92% reduction in bodily injury claims. In real numbers, across 25.3 million miles, the Waymo Driver was involved in just nine property damage claims and two bodily injury claims. Both bodily injury claims are still open and described in the paper. For the same distance, human drivers would be expected to have 78 property damage and 26 bodily injury claims.

Notably, the Waymo Driver’s safety advantages hold true even when compared to newer vehicles (2018-2021 models) equipped with modern safety technology. This includes advanced driver assistance systems (ADAS) such as automated emergency braking, forward collision warning, lane keeping assistance, and blind spot warning. When compared to this group, the Waymo Driver showed an 86% reduction in property damage claims and 90% reduction in bodily injury claims.

Comparison of Swiss Re overall driving population and latest-generation human-driven vehicle baselines with Waymo’s liability insurance claims for property damage (left) and bodily injury (right)
This analysis complements our safety impact data, which indicates that over 25 million fully autonomous miles, the Waymo Driver had fewer serious collisions than human drivers, independent of who was at fault. This Swiss Re study provides robust evidence that Waymo had no responsibility in the vast majority of the collisions its vehicles were involved in.

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Date: 8/07/2025 20:33:45
From: Arts
ID: 2299241
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Bogsnorkler said:


Arts said:

Bogsnorkler said:

You RTFM!?

I did too so I could figure out which features I could turn off.

yeah some of them like the brake assist take a bit of getting used to, so I turned that off until I got a bit more used to the car… but today I found it handy.. so I’ll probably keep that on medium for the most part… the lane assist also is annoying, so i turned that off and probably wont turn that back on.. maybe if I do a long country drive…

mine has lane assist. slight resistance in steering and sometimes a light shudder through the steering wheel. it can also self steer in one mode, have to turn it on, good on long trips when you want to have a snooze.

I’ll keep that in mind

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Date: 8/07/2025 20:36:00
From: Arts
ID: 2299242
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

roughbarked said:


Doctor describes Erin Patterson as evil. https://www.abc.net.au/news/2025-07-08/chris-webster-erin-patterson-mushroom-murder-trial/105508638

oh yeah everyone is a fucking expert once a guilty verdict is read

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Date: 8/07/2025 20:40:36
From: Witty Rejoinder
ID: 2299243
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Arts said:


roughbarked said:

Doctor describes Erin Patterson as evil. https://www.abc.net.au/news/2025-07-08/chris-webster-erin-patterson-mushroom-murder-trial/105508638

oh yeah everyone is a fucking expert once a guilty verdict is read

Considering that some of your learned colleagues thought she’d get off is anyone even an expert?

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Date: 8/07/2025 20:41:05
From: Bubblecar
ID: 2299244
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Arts said:


roughbarked said:

Doctor describes Erin Patterson as evil. https://www.abc.net.au/news/2025-07-08/chris-webster-erin-patterson-mushroom-murder-trial/105508638

oh yeah everyone is a fucking expert once a guilty verdict is read

More likely, he’s now free to talk about it.

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Date: 8/07/2025 21:12:08
From: Arts
ID: 2299246
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Witty Rejoinder said:


Arts said:

roughbarked said:

Doctor describes Erin Patterson as evil. https://www.abc.net.au/news/2025-07-08/chris-webster-erin-patterson-mushroom-murder-trial/105508638

oh yeah everyone is a fucking expert once a guilty verdict is read

Considering that some of your learned colleagues thought she’d get off is anyone even an expert?

they didn’t think she’d ‘get off’ they thought she would be found ‘not guilty’ on the basis of reasonable doubt.

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Date: 8/07/2025 21:15:40
From: Witty Rejoinder
ID: 2299247
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Arts said:


Witty Rejoinder said:

Arts said:

oh yeah everyone is a fucking expert once a guilty verdict is read

Considering that some of your learned colleagues thought she’d get off is anyone even an expert?

they didn’t think she’d ‘get off’ they thought she would be found ‘not guilty’ on the basis of reasonable doubt.

On which they were mistaken.

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Date: 8/07/2025 21:16:28
From: Bubblecar
ID: 2299248
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Arts said:


Witty Rejoinder said:

Arts said:

oh yeah everyone is a fucking expert once a guilty verdict is read

Considering that some of your learned colleagues thought she’d get off is anyone even an expert?

they didn’t think she’d ‘get off’ they thought she would be found ‘not guilty’ on the basis of reasonable doubt.

There may have been doubts, but there was no way they could have been defended as “reasonable”.

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Date: 8/07/2025 21:17:50
From: Arts
ID: 2299249
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Bubblecar said:


Arts said:

roughbarked said:

Doctor describes Erin Patterson as evil. https://www.abc.net.au/news/2025-07-08/chris-webster-erin-patterson-mushroom-murder-trial/105508638

oh yeah everyone is a fucking expert once a guilty verdict is read

More likely, he’s now free to talk about it.

I don’t think he should be.. there are still appeals processes to go ..

her sentencing is likely to be for the remainder of her life.. even taking totality into account, she is 50 .. the standard non parole period in Vic is 25 years for murder. so even with totality, she still has the attempted murder charge.. it’s unlikely she will ever be released. so she has nothing to lose to appeal…

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Date: 8/07/2025 21:18:04
From: Arts
ID: 2299250
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Witty Rejoinder said:


Arts said:

Witty Rejoinder said:

Considering that some of your learned colleagues thought she’d get off is anyone even an expert?

they didn’t think she’d ‘get off’ they thought she would be found ‘not guilty’ on the basis of reasonable doubt.

On which they were mistaken.

yes.

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Date: 8/07/2025 21:18:59
From: Arts
ID: 2299251
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Arts said:


Witty Rejoinder said:

Arts said:

they didn’t think she’d ‘get off’ they thought she would be found ‘not guilty’ on the basis of reasonable doubt.

On which they were mistaken.

yes.

but they lawyers.. so… .. … .. . . .

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Date: 8/07/2025 21:25:06
From: Peak Warming Man
ID: 2299252
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Well I’m going to bed to listen to Pastor Chuck and then the BBC Overseas Service.

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Date: 8/07/2025 21:25:55
From: buffy
ID: 2299253
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Arts said:


Witty Rejoinder said:

Arts said:

oh yeah everyone is a fucking expert once a guilty verdict is read

Considering that some of your learned colleagues thought she’d get off is anyone even an expert?

they didn’t think she’d ‘get off’ they thought she would be found ‘not guilty’ on the basis of reasonable doubt.

What happens to her houses, the loans she made to the Patterson family etc. Would they be realized to pay her legals?

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Date: 8/07/2025 21:29:50
From: Arts
ID: 2299254
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Bubblecar said:


Arts said:

Witty Rejoinder said:

Considering that some of your learned colleagues thought she’d get off is anyone even an expert?

they didn’t think she’d ‘get off’ they thought she would be found ‘not guilty’ on the basis of reasonable doubt.

There may have been doubts, but there was no way they could have been defended as “reasonable”.

I thought she had some things that could be considered reasonable doubt, but I also was very impressed with the prosecution final address and not at all with the defence. so It could have just come down to that. I don’t think the jury deliberated for very long (considering the length of the trial and the exhibits they would have had) so my guess is they were all on pretty much the same page from the get go..

that sort of thing usually comes down to the vibe in the courtroom… I don’t think EP did herself any favours by basically saying that everyone else was incorrect in their recollection, and she was correct – even though she demonstrated flawed memory when asked about the “Asian Grocery store” (ie flawed when it suited her)

in that I think the jury got it spot on.

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Date: 8/07/2025 21:32:11
From: party_pants
ID: 2299255
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Arts said:


roughbarked said:

Doctor describes Erin Patterson as evil. https://www.abc.net.au/news/2025-07-08/chris-webster-erin-patterson-mushroom-murder-trial/105508638

oh yeah everyone is a fucking expert once a guilty verdict is read

I’m not.

I was hoping this will be the end of it. But now we get pictures of prison cells because the media have run out of stories.

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Date: 8/07/2025 21:33:47
From: Arts
ID: 2299256
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

buffy said:


Arts said:

Witty Rejoinder said:

Considering that some of your learned colleagues thought she’d get off is anyone even an expert?

they didn’t think she’d ‘get off’ they thought she would be found ‘not guilty’ on the basis of reasonable doubt.

What happens to her houses, the loans she made to the Patterson family etc. Would they be realized to pay her legals?

her legal bills would be hefty, her lawyer was very pricey,, someone guessed today around $6000 a day.. so if she didn’t have the money to cover it, she would have to liquidate some of her assets I would imagine.

I think the loans were not ‘legally binding’ but there was possibly a contract of sort drawn up… so I’m not sure what happens to them… that could be a civil matter later.

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Date: 8/07/2025 21:34:19
From: Arts
ID: 2299257
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

party_pants said:


Arts said:

roughbarked said:

Doctor describes Erin Patterson as evil. https://www.abc.net.au/news/2025-07-08/chris-webster-erin-patterson-mushroom-murder-trial/105508638

oh yeah everyone is a fucking expert once a guilty verdict is read

I’m not.

I was hoping this will be the end of it. But now we get pictures of prison cells because the media have run out of stories.

this will go on for a while…

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Date: 8/07/2025 21:36:04
From: Bubblecar
ID: 2299260
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

party_pants said:


Arts said:

roughbarked said:

Doctor describes Erin Patterson as evil. https://www.abc.net.au/news/2025-07-08/chris-webster-erin-patterson-mushroom-murder-trial/105508638

oh yeah everyone is a fucking expert once a guilty verdict is read

I’m not.

I was hoping this will be the end of it. But now we get pictures of prison cells because the media have run out of stories.

I sought out that picture out of morbid curiosity :)

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Date: 8/07/2025 21:37:23
From: Witty Rejoinder
ID: 2299261
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Is Google search working for the rest of you?

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Date: 8/07/2025 21:39:11
From: Bubblecar
ID: 2299265
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Witty Rejoinder said:


Is Google search working for the rest of you?

Yes.

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Date: 8/07/2025 21:39:26
From: Bogsnorkler
ID: 2299266
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Witty Rejoinder said:


Is Google search working for the rest of you?

ai

Yes, Google Search is currently working. There are no widespread reports of outages or issues with the service. While individual users may experience temporary problems, the overall Google Search platform appears to be functioning normally.

If you are having trouble with Google Search, here are some troubleshooting steps you can try:

Check your internet connection: Ensure your device is connected to the internet and that the connection is stable.

Restart your device: Sometimes, a simple restart can resolve temporary glitches.

Clear the Google app’s cache and data: If you’re using the Google app, clearing its cache and data can help.

Update the Google app: Ensure you have the latest version of the Google app installed.

Check for Google Search status updates: Google provides a status dashboard where you can check for any ongoing issues.

If the problem persists, it’s a good idea to check for any reported issues or outages on Google’s status page. You can also check resources like Downdetector to see if other users are reporting similar problems.

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Date: 8/07/2025 21:40:40
From: buffy
ID: 2299267
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Witty Rejoinder said:


Is Google search working for the rest of you?

It got me information on Vitamin B12 deficiency in the last half an hour.

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Date: 8/07/2025 21:42:20
From: Witty Rejoinder
ID: 2299270
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Thanks all.

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Date: 8/07/2025 21:59:44
From: party_pants
ID: 2299274
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Arts said:


party_pants said:

Arts said:

oh yeah everyone is a fucking expert once a guilty verdict is read

I’m not.

I was hoping this will be the end of it. But now we get pictures of prison cells because the media have run out of stories.

this will go on for a while…

Some people in the media need to be invited out to a lunch of beef wellington.

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Date: 9/07/2025 02:18:44
From: kii
ID: 2299288
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Arts said:


roughbarked said:

Doctor describes Erin Patterson as evil. https://www.abc.net.au/news/2025-07-08/chris-webster-erin-patterson-mushroom-murder-trial/105508638

oh yeah everyone is a fucking expert once a guilty verdict is read

tHEy’Ve dOnE tHeIR rEsEaRcH!!!

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Date: 9/07/2025 03:08:03
From: kii
ID: 2299292
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Setting up this watch is stressing me out.

I keep wanting to add false information about pregnancy.

I did learn about Fitzpatrick skin types. That is also stressing me out – white/black, how is this information used by Apple?

Might be less stressful to keep watching this movie about a young woman who was in a small plane that crashed into a lake somewhere in the Alaskan wilderness. Two dead men – one went down with the plane, two phones – no signal, a lighter that doesn’t work and I’m just waiting for a bear to start gnawing on the dead man on the beach. I mean that’s sure to be the next issue she has to deal with, right?

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Date: 9/07/2025 05:13:29
From: kii
ID: 2299294
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Robin Williams doing a piece on Trump, 2012.

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Date: 9/07/2025 07:14:54
From: buffy
ID: 2299299
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Good morning Holidayers. Presently 3 degrees at the back door and there is the suggestion of light in the East. The wind has dropped. We are forecast 11 degrees with an early fog. I can’t see any fog at the moment.

Supermarketing this morning, archery in the late afternoon.

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Date: 9/07/2025 07:19:33
From: kii
ID: 2299300
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

LOL…the Facebook page Australia Is Better Than This has blocked me for being critical of their stupid posts about Erin Patterson.

Excellent! I broke them!

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Date: 9/07/2025 07:23:07
From: kii
ID: 2299301
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Flash flood alert with a dust storm warning.

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Date: 9/07/2025 08:26:23
From: ruby
ID: 2299305
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

A lovely sunshiney and fresh winter morning here. Off to the grandkids today.
I had a fun day yesterday. I have been doing volunteer work with the local council nursery, and I was invited to join the seed collecting group for a job at the Wyrrabalong red gum forest. The nursery is rehabilitating many different areas disturbed by heavy machinery and other activities.
The red gum forest has had a long concrete path ripped through it to entice walkers and cyclists, tourism dollars! It has been awful to see the amount of bush that was removed over the last few years for this project, so it’s good to be a part of replanting so the weeds don’t get a hold.
So ten of us plant nuts spent the morning collecting and recording observations. As nature is very responsive to climate, information on flowering and seeding times collected over the years will be helpful to seeing changing patterns. Changing health of existing plant populations will be part of it too.
I learnt some new plant and bird things on our outing. I love the volunteering…. the people who get involved have a wide range of interests and expertise, not just plant stuff. You never know who you will meet there too. I was very chuffed to find one of my book club friends at the nursery when I first started there. We have an electrical engineer, a doctor, several uni students, someone doing their masters….so conversations are quite lively.
I do love being retired. :))

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Date: 9/07/2025 08:32:08
From: Tamb
ID: 2299306
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

buffy said:


Good morning Holidayers. Presently 3 degrees at the back door and there is the suggestion of light in the East. The wind has dropped. We are forecast 11 degrees with an early fog. I can’t see any fog at the moment.

Supermarketing this morning, archery in the late afternoon.


13° here
NRL State of Origin tonight.

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Date: 9/07/2025 09:27:02
From: Michael V
ID: 2299316
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Good morning everybody.

10.2° C, 97% RH, thick fog and calm to a light air. Satellite images indicate that fog is widespread. BoM forecasts a top of 25° C and a 5% chance of rain right throughout the day. I expect the fog will drain out to sea at some time and we might warm up with a bit of sunshine. .

Today is a low kJ day, so we prepare our own food except for dinner, which will be the other fish fillets from PNG Trish.

Tomorrow we go to Gympie for another of Mrs V’s skin radiotherapy sessions. So today, I will be checking and updating shopping lists.

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Date: 9/07/2025 09:33:25
From: Peak Warming Man
ID: 2299317
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Morning pilgrims, overcast and drear.

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Date: 9/07/2025 09:35:27
From: Bogsnorkler
ID: 2299318
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

mystery object. i know what it is.

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Date: 9/07/2025 09:36:14
From: Michael V
ID: 2299319
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Peak Warming Man said:


Morning pilgrims, overcast and drear.

Pub got no beer?

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Date: 9/07/2025 09:38:29
From: kii
ID: 2299320
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Bogsnorkler said:


mystery object. i know what it is.

Spring-loaded punch spot marker thing.

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Date: 9/07/2025 09:39:45
From: kii
ID: 2299321
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

So, captain_spalding has returned…

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Date: 9/07/2025 09:42:23
From: Michael V
ID: 2299322
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Bogsnorkler said:


mystery object. i know what it is.

I don’t.

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Date: 9/07/2025 09:43:15
From: Michael V
ID: 2299323
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

kii said:


So, captain_spalding has returned…

:)

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Date: 9/07/2025 09:49:56
From: Peak Warming Man
ID: 2299324
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Michael V said:


Peak Warming Man said:

Morning pilgrims, overcast and drear.

Pub got no beer?

Hehe.

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Date: 9/07/2025 09:52:29
From: Bubblecar
ID: 2299325
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Bogsnorkler said:


mystery object. i know what it is.

Springle valve.

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Date: 9/07/2025 09:56:01
From: Bogsnorkler
ID: 2299327
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Bogsnorkler said:


mystery object. i know what it is.

it is a machinists wiggler or edge finder.

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Wiggler_(tool)

Link

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Date: 9/07/2025 09:59:30
From: Tamb
ID: 2299329
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Bogsnorkler said:


Bogsnorkler said:

mystery object. i know what it is.

it is a machinists wiggler or edge finder.

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Wiggler_(tool)

Link


So. A spring loaded centre punch.

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Date: 9/07/2025 10:01:56
From: Bogsnorkler
ID: 2299330
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Tamb said:


Bogsnorkler said:

Bogsnorkler said:

mystery object. i know what it is.

it is a machinists wiggler or edge finder.

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Wiggler_(tool)

Link


So. A spring loaded centre punch.

No.

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Date: 9/07/2025 10:04:52
From: Tamb
ID: 2299331
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Bogsnorkler said:


Tamb said:

Bogsnorkler said:

it is a machinists wiggler or edge finder.

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Wiggler_(tool)

Link


So. A spring loaded centre punch.

No.


Oh well. I’m not often right but I’m wrong again.

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Date: 9/07/2025 10:06:00
From: Bubblecar
ID: 2299332
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

I tell you it’s a knurled springle valve with single pellet joint, as commonly used on rotary wadding vats in various light industries.

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Date: 9/07/2025 10:12:00
From: Peak Warming Man
ID: 2299334
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Bogsnorkler said:


Bogsnorkler said:

mystery object. i know what it is.

it is a machinists wiggler or edge finder.

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Wiggler_(tool)

Link

Wel there you go.

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Date: 9/07/2025 10:21:56
From: SARAH
ID: 2299335
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

I’m here today waves

At work, but procrastinating on actual tasks.

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Date: 9/07/2025 10:22:19
From: Neophyte
ID: 2299336
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Bogsnorkler said:


mystery object. i know what it is.

Sonic Screwdriver?

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Date: 9/07/2025 10:23:02
From: Bubblecar
ID: 2299337
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Peak Warming Man said:


Bogsnorkler said:

Bogsnorkler said:

mystery object. i know what it is.

it is a machinists wiggler or edge finder.

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Wiggler_(tool)

Link

Wel there you go.

Took a bit of trial and error to perfect that I imagine.

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Date: 9/07/2025 10:24:16
From: Bubblecar
ID: 2299338
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

SARAH said:


I’m here today waves

At work, but procrastinating on actual tasks.

Morning SARAH.

I’m at home but also procrastinating on actual tasks.

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Date: 9/07/2025 10:25:16
From: kii
ID: 2299339
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Flash flooding in the mountains to the east of me. Ruidoso Village is getting swamped. It’s about 2 hours away from me. We got a bit of rain here, with some wind.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0ipWiUi9vUo

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Date: 9/07/2025 10:29:35
From: SARAH
ID: 2299340
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

I know a few of your have been closly following the Mushroom trial. I thought you’d appreciate my inbox has order information on 2 differnt books that are set for release on the case.

Recipe for Murder
The poisonous truth behind Erin Patterson – the
mushroom murderer of Leongatha
Duncan McNab – 9780733652806

THE MUSHROOM MURDERS: A FAMILY LUNCH. THREE DEATHS. WHAT
REALLY HAPPENED?
Greg Haddrick – 9781761473661

Obviously already ready to go, but needed to pop that final chapter in…

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Date: 9/07/2025 10:31:35
From: Bubblecar
ID: 2299341
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

SARAH said:


I know a few of your have been closly following the Mushroom trial. I thought you’d appreciate my inbox has order information on 2 differnt books that are set for release on the case.

Recipe for Murder
The poisonous truth behind Erin Patterson – the
mushroom murderer of Leongatha
Duncan McNab – 9780733652806

THE MUSHROOM MURDERS: A FAMILY LUNCH. THREE DEATHS. WHAT
REALLY HAPPENED?
Greg Haddrick – 9781761473661

Obviously already ready to go, but needed to pop that final chapter in…

Not surprising really. I’m sure there’ll be more.

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Date: 9/07/2025 10:33:30
From: Peak Warming Man
ID: 2299342
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

SARAH said:


I know a few of your have been closly following the Mushroom trial. I thought you’d appreciate my inbox has order information on 2 differnt books that are set for release on the case.

Recipe for Murder
The poisonous truth behind Erin Patterson – the
mushroom murderer of Leongatha
Duncan McNab – 9780733652806

THE MUSHROOM MURDERS: A FAMILY LUNCH. THREE DEATHS. WHAT
REALLY HAPPENED?
Greg Haddrick – 9781761473661

Obviously already ready to go, but needed to pop that final chapter in…

They knocked something up for a quick buck.

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Date: 9/07/2025 10:34:50
From: Arts
ID: 2299343
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Peak Warming Man said:


SARAH said:

I know a few of your have been closly following the Mushroom trial. I thought you’d appreciate my inbox has order information on 2 differnt books that are set for release on the case.

Recipe for Murder
The poisonous truth behind Erin Patterson – the
mushroom murderer of Leongatha
Duncan McNab – 9780733652806

THE MUSHROOM MURDERS: A FAMILY LUNCH. THREE DEATHS. WHAT
REALLY HAPPENED?
Greg Haddrick – 9781761473661

Obviously already ready to go, but needed to pop that final chapter in…

They knocked something up for a quick buck.

they let AI knock up something

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Date: 9/07/2025 10:35:43
From: Cymek
ID: 2299344
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Neophyte said:


Bogsnorkler said:

mystery object. i know what it is.

Sonic Screwdriver?

Part of an air brush ?

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Date: 9/07/2025 10:38:40
From: Bubblecar
ID: 2299345
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Arts said:


Peak Warming Man said:

SARAH said:

I know a few of your have been closly following the Mushroom trial. I thought you’d appreciate my inbox has order information on 2 differnt books that are set for release on the case.

Recipe for Murder
The poisonous truth behind Erin Patterson – the
mushroom murderer of Leongatha
Duncan McNab – 9780733652806

THE MUSHROOM MURDERS: A FAMILY LUNCH. THREE DEATHS. WHAT
REALLY HAPPENED?
Greg Haddrick – 9781761473661

Obviously already ready to go, but needed to pop that final chapter in…

They knocked something up for a quick buck.

they let AI knock up something

Possibly got ChatGPT to write two versions – one in which she was guilty, one not guilty.

So just a quick bit of tidying before sending to the printers.

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Date: 9/07/2025 10:44:59
From: Bogsnorkler
ID: 2299346
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=v_tpKP_kJSA

Link

finding the centre of a hole with an edge finder and DRO. Same principle to find the centre of rectangular or square block. also centre of a round work piece.

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Date: 9/07/2025 11:02:18
From: kii
ID: 2299347
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Arts said:


Peak Warming Man said:

SARAH said:

I know a few of your have been closly following the Mushroom trial. I thought you’d appreciate my inbox has order information on 2 differnt books that are set for release on the case.

Recipe for Murder
The poisonous truth behind Erin Patterson – the
mushroom murderer of Leongatha
Duncan McNab – 9780733652806

THE MUSHROOM MURDERS: A FAMILY LUNCH. THREE DEATHS. WHAT
REALLY HAPPENED?
Greg Haddrick – 9781761473661

Obviously already ready to go, but needed to pop that final chapter in…

They knocked something up for a quick buck.

they let AI knock up something

Why these murders?

Have any books been written about the guy, Rowan Baxter, who threw petrol on his wife and their 3 children, then set them on fire? Any stupid jokes on social media about these murders? T-shirt jokes? Fake LEGO sets?

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Date: 9/07/2025 11:02:42
From: Bubblecar
ID: 2299348
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Ken the postman has just delivered the USB stick of sarahs mum’s service from Turnbull Funerals, and a parcel of underpants (not from Turnbull Funerals).

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Date: 9/07/2025 11:07:03
From: Tamb
ID: 2299351
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Bubblecar said:


Ken the postman has just delivered the USB stick of sarahs mum’s service from Turnbull Funerals, and a parcel of underpants (not from Turnbull Funerals).

When did we lose Sarah’s Mum please?

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Date: 9/07/2025 11:12:14
From: roughbarked
ID: 2299353
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Tamb said:


Bubblecar said:

Ken the postman has just delivered the USB stick of sarahs mum’s service from Turnbull Funerals, and a parcel of underpants (not from Turnbull Funerals).

When did we lose Sarah’s Mum please?

About a month ago?

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Date: 9/07/2025 11:14:11
From: Bubblecar
ID: 2299355
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Tamb said:


Bubblecar said:

Ken the postman has just delivered the USB stick of sarahs mum’s service from Turnbull Funerals, and a parcel of underpants (not from Turnbull Funerals).

When did we lose Sarah’s Mum please?

On the 13th of June. Thread here:

Vale sarahs mum

The memorial service video can be viewed online until some time next month.

Memorial here

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Date: 9/07/2025 11:14:58
From: Bubblecar
ID: 2299356
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Bubblecar said:


Tamb said:

Bubblecar said:

Ken the postman has just delivered the USB stick of sarahs mum’s service from Turnbull Funerals, and a parcel of underpants (not from Turnbull Funerals).

When did we lose Sarah’s Mum please?

On the 13th of June. Thread here:

Vale sarahs mum

The memorial service video can be viewed online until some time next month.

Memorial here

Um, I mean the 13th of May.

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Date: 9/07/2025 11:15:33
From: Tamb
ID: 2299357
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

roughbarked said:


Tamb said:

Bubblecar said:

Ken the postman has just delivered the USB stick of sarahs mum’s service from Turnbull Funerals, and a parcel of underpants (not from Turnbull Funerals).

When did we lose Sarah’s Mum please?

About a month ago?


I must have been in a chemobrain phase. Today was the first I knew of it.

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Date: 9/07/2025 11:17:03
From: roughbarked
ID: 2299359
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Tamb said:


roughbarked said:

Tamb said:

When did we lose Sarah’s Mum please?

About a month ago?


I must have been in a chemobrain phase. Today was the first I knew of it.

If you had viewed by topic you may hace seen the Vale SM thread?

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Date: 9/07/2025 11:17:33
From: Bubblecar
ID: 2299360
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Tamb said:


roughbarked said:

Tamb said:

When did we lose Sarah’s Mum please?

About a month ago?


I must have been in a chemobrain phase. Today was the first I knew of it.

You did actually post in the Vale thread, but you’ve forgotten:

From: Tamb
ID: 2282123
Subject: re: Vale SM
Cymek said:

Not good news is it.
Will miss Sarah’s Mum, she was always friendly on here.

That’s something like eight of us have gone now.

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Date: 9/07/2025 11:25:01
From: Arts
ID: 2299364
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

kii said:


Arts said:

Peak Warming Man said:

They knocked something up for a quick buck.

they let AI knock up something

Why these murders?

Have any books been written about the guy, Rowan Baxter, who threw petrol on his wife and their 3 children, then set them on fire? Any stupid jokes on social media about these murders? T-shirt jokes? Fake LEGO sets?

Rowan Baxter has been the subject of some podcast episodes that I have listened to.. but usually his crimes are under the larger banner of DV…

Some murders get all the attention… I have mentioned before that Lindy Chamberlain got the same sort of public conversations, jokes, etc etc… we just didn’t have social media then to spread it far and wide (although the dingo’s got my baby quote has filtered into some TV shows)

There is a fascination with this case because there is divide. IS it possible EP could have made a mistake and accidentally fed her guests poison – absolutely… even with a guilty verdict there would still be people out there claiming her innocence… there is/was doubt with the Lindy Chamberlain story too, with the newly exonerated Kathleen Folbigg… the doubt creates debate.. and that creates a story…

It is also unusual for women to kill more than one person, even if her method was entirely textbook, this is not the type of crime you normally come across.

The memes are what they are… laughing is a stress response… the memes I have seen are targeting the offender, not the victims, but I haven’t seen that many mainly because I tend to stay off social media these days. (not saying they are not out there) I’m not making excuses for them, I happen to think they are pretty lame and predictable, so not my cup of tea… but people will people – however distasteful

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Date: 9/07/2025 11:38:25
From: Tamb
ID: 2299368
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Bubblecar said:


Tamb said:

roughbarked said:

About a month ago?


I must have been in a chemobrain phase. Today was the first I knew of it.

You did actually post in the Vale thread, but you’ve forgotten:

From: Tamb
ID: 2282123
Subject: re: Vale SM
Cymek said:

Not good news is it.
Will miss Sarah’s Mum, she was always friendly on here.

That’s something like eight of us have gone now.

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Oops, yes.
Chemo brain strikes again.
Thanks for the help. It will get me again after my next chemo session (21/07 to 25/07)

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Date: 9/07/2025 11:40:34
From: Bubblecar
ID: 2299370
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Tamb said:


Bubblecar said:

Tamb said:

I must have been in a chemobrain phase. Today was the first I knew of it.

You did actually post in the Vale thread, but you’ve forgotten:

From: Tamb
ID: 2282123
Subject: re: Vale SM
Cymek said:

Not good news is it.
Will miss Sarah’s Mum, she was always friendly on here.

That’s something like eight of us have gone now.

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Oops, yes.
Chemo brain strikes again.
Thanks for the help. It will get me again after my next chemo session (21/07 to 25/07)

At least you’re still bouncing back.

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Date: 9/07/2025 11:47:33
From: poikilotherm
ID: 2299373
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Hmm, nearly set my moka pot on fire with the induction cooktop. Coffee was still good though.

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Date: 9/07/2025 12:40:55
From: dv
ID: 2299387
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

dv said:


Two political action movies out at the moment. G20 is about a former Austalian SAS soldier who attacks the G20 summit in Joburg as part of a cryptocurrency blackmail plot. This seems oddly specific as there is indeed a G20 summit in Joburg this year. The Australian PM, played by Cole Moss, gets killed.
NZ actor Anthony Starr, of The Boys fame, plays the baddy.

Heads of State is more of an action comedy. Idris Elba plays the British PM and John Cena plays the POTUS. Annoying because only one of those is a Head of State. The ECHELON surveillance program of the Five Eyes alliance gets hacked. Air Force One gets shot down in Belarus ahead of a NATO summit in Trieste. Looks to have a good supporting cast so I might check it out.

Yeah HoS is another 6 or 7 out of 10. Probably what you would expect from a comedy action film… quips, fights, booms, but slightly elevated by top tier cinematography and the chemistry between the leads. In fairness they do allude to the fact that the monarch is the British head of state so I’ll give them that.

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Date: 9/07/2025 12:49:14
From: Michael V
ID: 2299391
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Bogsnorkler said:


Bogsnorkler said:

mystery object. i know what it is.

it is a machinists wiggler or edge finder.

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Wiggler_(tool)

Link

Thanks for providing the answer.

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Date: 9/07/2025 12:53:48
From: Michael V
ID: 2299394
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

kii said:


Flash flooding in the mountains to the east of me. Ruidoso Village is getting swamped. It’s about 2 hours away from me. We got a bit of rain here, with some wind.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0ipWiUi9vUo

!!!

FMD. That looks awful.

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Date: 9/07/2025 13:09:59
From: buffy
ID: 2299398
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

ruby said:


A lovely sunshiney and fresh winter morning here. Off to the grandkids today.
I had a fun day yesterday. I have been doing volunteer work with the local council nursery, and I was invited to join the seed collecting group for a job at the Wyrrabalong red gum forest. The nursery is rehabilitating many different areas disturbed by heavy machinery and other activities.
The red gum forest has had a long concrete path ripped through it to entice walkers and cyclists, tourism dollars! It has been awful to see the amount of bush that was removed over the last few years for this project, so it’s good to be a part of replanting so the weeds don’t get a hold.
So ten of us plant nuts spent the morning collecting and recording observations. As nature is very responsive to climate, information on flowering and seeding times collected over the years will be helpful to seeing changing patterns. Changing health of existing plant populations will be part of it too.
I learnt some new plant and bird things on our outing. I love the volunteering…. the people who get involved have a wide range of interests and expertise, not just plant stuff. You never know who you will meet there too. I was very chuffed to find one of my book club friends at the nursery when I first started there. We have an electrical engineer, a doctor, several uni students, someone doing their masters….so conversations are quite lively.
I do love being retired. :))

That sounds great. At our wetland reserve, the walking path is lightly gravelled, but now I am high mowing it with the recycler on the mower it will probably revert to more of a bush track. I have requested the relevent person use some weedicide on one section which has coarser gravel and a lot of Helminthotheca growing there. Just mowing the tops off that is not going to kill it off. We need to kill it and reduce its habit of increasing the seedbank. We only get walkers, it’s not a long enough track and it’s rough in places with volcanic rocks to tip you off a bike. There is a sign prohibiting dogs at the gate. I think some locals do take their dogs in there and really there is no-one to police it, but I’ve not seen any when I’ve been down there. I’m considering talking to our botanist about trying to do some little patches of clearing back the phalaris etc and getting some of the local plants going. I know he’s got the expertise and seed (it’s his job). Replanting was done years ago but a lot was lost. I wonder if some little patchwork bits might be a way to have another go. I also have access to stuff at our bush (OK, it’s a bit away, but most of the plants are much the same in the wet areas) where I could pick up some plugs of plants (scone cutters are useful for more than making scones) and see if we can encourage things that way.

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Date: 9/07/2025 13:15:05
From: btm
ID: 2299399
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

My brother and I were arrested for stealing some books on game theory. We had no fucking idea what to tell the police.

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Date: 9/07/2025 13:16:19
From: roughbarked
ID: 2299400
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Michael V said:


kii said:

Flash flooding in the mountains to the east of me. Ruidoso Village is getting swamped. It’s about 2 hours away from me. We got a bit of rain here, with some wind.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0ipWiUi9vUo

!!!

FMD. That looks awful.

Bluddy heck!

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Date: 9/07/2025 13:20:51
From: roughbarked
ID: 2299401
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

roughbarked said:


Michael V said:

kii said:

Flash flooding in the mountains to the east of me. Ruidoso Village is getting swamped. It’s about 2 hours away from me. We got a bit of rain here, with some wind.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0ipWiUi9vUo

!!!

FMD. That looks awful.

Bluddy heck!

This video has made it to the ABC news page.

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Date: 9/07/2025 13:27:27
From: poikilotherm
ID: 2299403
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

btm said:


My brother and I were arrested for stealing some books on game theory. We had no fucking idea what to tell the police.

https://ncase.me/trust/

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Date: 9/07/2025 13:31:43
From: kii
ID: 2299404
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Michael V said:


kii said:

Flash flooding in the mountains to the east of me. Ruidoso Village is getting swamped. It’s about 2 hours away from me. We got a bit of rain here, with some wind.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0ipWiUi9vUo

!!!

FMD. That looks awful.

It also happened in July 2024, and I vaguely remember previous floods.

https://youtu.be/116iwJ6StEA?si=S9V1kuzSwK3QzNEc

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Date: 9/07/2025 14:13:06
From: Michael V
ID: 2299408
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

kii said:


Michael V said:

kii said:

Flash flooding in the mountains to the east of me. Ruidoso Village is getting swamped. It’s about 2 hours away from me. We got a bit of rain here, with some wind.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0ipWiUi9vUo

!!!

FMD. That looks awful.

It also happened in July 2024, and I vaguely remember previous floods.

https://youtu.be/116iwJ6StEA?si=S9V1kuzSwK3QzNEc

Bloody!

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Date: 9/07/2025 14:21:26
From: Peak Warming Man
ID: 2299411
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Today is the shortest day in history.

“Because of this speed-up, July 9 will be the shortest day ever recorded in history. The day will be shorter by 1.3 to 1.6 milliseconds, says reports. This is happening because of the moon’s position, which is affecting Earth’s rotation. Earth’s spin is very sensitive.”

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Date: 9/07/2025 14:23:17
From: Michael V
ID: 2299413
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Peak Warming Man said:


Today is the shortest day in history.

“Because of this speed-up, July 9 will be the shortest day ever recorded in history. The day will be shorter by 1.3 to 1.6 milliseconds, says reports. This is happening because of the moon’s position, which is affecting Earth’s rotation. Earth’s spin is very sensitive.”

Makes no difference to me; I’m a certified procrastinator.

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Date: 9/07/2025 14:28:12
From: dv
ID: 2299414
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Peak Warming Man said:


Today is the shortest day in history.

“Because of this speed-up, July 9 will be the shortest day ever recorded in history. The day will be shorter by 1.3 to 1.6 milliseconds, says reports. This is happening because of the moon’s position, which is affecting Earth’s rotation. Earth’s spin is very sensitive.”

That’s… not correct.

The modern day is about 70 milliseconds longer than it was in 700 BC. Which is certainly “ in history”.

https://academic.oup.com/astrogeo/article-abstract/44/2/2.22/278981?redirectedFrom=fulltext

Maybe they mean it is the shortest since we started timing it using atomic clocks.

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Date: 9/07/2025 14:31:39
From: Peak Warming Man
ID: 2299416
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

dv said:


Peak Warming Man said:

Today is the shortest day in history.

“Because of this speed-up, July 9 will be the shortest day ever recorded in history. The day will be shorter by 1.3 to 1.6 milliseconds, says reports. This is happening because of the moon’s position, which is affecting Earth’s rotation. Earth’s spin is very sensitive.”

That’s… not correct.

The modern day is about 70 milliseconds longer than it was in 700 BC. Which is certainly “ in history”.

https://academic.oup.com/astrogeo/article-abstract/44/2/2.22/278981?redirectedFrom=fulltext

Maybe they mean it is the shortest since we started timing it using atomic clocks.

Recorded history.

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Date: 9/07/2025 14:32:22
From: Michael V
ID: 2299417
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

dv said:


Peak Warming Man said:

Today is the shortest day in history.

“Because of this speed-up, July 9 will be the shortest day ever recorded in history. The day will be shorter by 1.3 to 1.6 milliseconds, says reports. This is happening because of the moon’s position, which is affecting Earth’s rotation. Earth’s spin is very sensitive.”

That’s… not correct.

The modern day is about 70 milliseconds longer than it was in 700 BC. Which is certainly “ in history”.

https://academic.oup.com/astrogeo/article-abstract/44/2/2.22/278981?redirectedFrom=fulltext

Maybe they mean it is the shortest since we started timing it using atomic clocks.

But were those shorter days in 700 BCE (or whenever) actually recorded?

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Date: 9/07/2025 14:35:34
From: party_pants
ID: 2299418
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Peak Warming Man said:


dv said:

Peak Warming Man said:

Today is the shortest day in history.

“Because of this speed-up, July 9 will be the shortest day ever recorded in history. The day will be shorter by 1.3 to 1.6 milliseconds, says reports. This is happening because of the moon’s position, which is affecting Earth’s rotation. Earth’s spin is very sensitive.”

That’s… not correct.

The modern day is about 70 milliseconds longer than it was in 700 BC. Which is certainly “ in history”.

https://academic.oup.com/astrogeo/article-abstract/44/2/2.22/278981?redirectedFrom=fulltext

Maybe they mean it is the shortest since we started timing it using atomic clocks.

Recorded history.

700 BC is recorded history in some parts of the world. China, Egypt, Assyria. Also about the time of Homer and the Greeks

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Date: 9/07/2025 14:36:48
From: kii
ID: 2299419
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Michael V said:


kii said:

Michael V said:

!!!

FMD. That looks awful.

It also happened in July 2024, and I vaguely remember previous floods.

https://youtu.be/116iwJ6StEA?si=S9V1kuzSwK3QzNEc

Bloody!

A quick scan through the Ruidoso Village fb page, children are missing, two German Shepards have ben rescued. People are “covering the village in prayers”, so it’s all good.
🙄

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Date: 9/07/2025 14:36:50
From: Bogsnorkler
ID: 2299420
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

party_pants said:


Peak Warming Man said:

dv said:

That’s… not correct.

The modern day is about 70 milliseconds longer than it was in 700 BC. Which is certainly “ in history”.

https://academic.oup.com/astrogeo/article-abstract/44/2/2.22/278981?redirectedFrom=fulltext

Maybe they mean it is the shortest since we started timing it using atomic clocks.

Recorded history.

700 BC is recorded history in some parts of the world. China, Egypt, Assyria. Also about the time of Homer and the Greeks

yeah millisecond accuracy with a water clock or hourglass…

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Date: 9/07/2025 14:37:07
From: Bubblecar
ID: 2299421
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Peak Warming Man said:


Today is the shortest day in history.

“Because of this speed-up, July 9 will be the shortest day ever recorded in history. The day will be shorter by 1.3 to 1.6 milliseconds, says reports. This is happening because of the moon’s position, which is affecting Earth’s rotation. Earth’s spin is very sensitive.”

That’s why I’m already cooking dinner.

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Date: 9/07/2025 14:40:42
From: Michael V
ID: 2299422
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

kii said:


Michael V said:

kii said:

It also happened in July 2024, and I vaguely remember previous floods.

https://youtu.be/116iwJ6StEA?si=S9V1kuzSwK3QzNEc

Bloody!

A quick scan through the Ruidoso Village fb page, children are missing, two German Shepards have ben rescued. People are “covering the village in prayers”, so it’s all good.
🙄

Bas news.

So much bad news.

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Date: 9/07/2025 14:41:14
From: party_pants
ID: 2299423
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Bogsnorkler said:


party_pants said:

Peak Warming Man said:

Recorded history.

700 BC is recorded history in some parts of the world. China, Egypt, Assyria. Also about the time of Homer and the Greeks

yeah millisecond accuracy with a water clock or hourglass…

I’m just going on the concept of recorded history, not on what they recorded. Obviously they did not record the length of day down to milliseconds, but we know the major events of this time period and who the rulers were, so that is recorded history.

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Date: 9/07/2025 14:53:19
From: dv
ID: 2299424
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Peak Warming Man said:


dv said:

Peak Warming Man said:

Today is the shortest day in history.

“Because of this speed-up, July 9 will be the shortest day ever recorded in history. The day will be shorter by 1.3 to 1.6 milliseconds, says reports. This is happening because of the moon’s position, which is affecting Earth’s rotation. Earth’s spin is very sensitive.”

That’s… not correct.

The modern day is about 70 milliseconds longer than it was in 700 BC. Which is certainly “ in history”.

https://academic.oup.com/astrogeo/article-abstract/44/2/2.22/278981?redirectedFrom=fulltext

Maybe they mean it is the shortest since we started timing it using atomic clocks.

Recorded history.

(Shrugs) recorded history started around 3000 BC with the advent of writing in Sumer and Egypt

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Date: 9/07/2025 15:02:30
From: kii
ID: 2299427
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Michael V said:


kii said:

Michael V said:

Bloody!

A quick scan through the Ruidoso Village fb page, children are missing, two German Shepards have ben rescued. People are “covering the village in prayers”, so it’s all good.
🙄

Bas news.

So much bad news.

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Date: 9/07/2025 15:17:42
From: Peak Warming Man
ID: 2299429
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Tuesday 8 July 1662
At the office all the morning and dined at home, and after dinner in all haste to make up my accounts with my Lord, which I did with some trouble, because I had some hopes to have made a profit to myself in this account and above what was due to me (which God forgive me in), but I could not, but carried them to my Lord, with whom they passed well. So to the Wardrobe, where alone with my Lord above an hour; and he do seem still to have his old confidence in me; and tells me to boot, that Mr. Coventry hath spoke of me to him to great advantage; wherein I am much pleased. By and by comes in Mr. Coventry to visit my Lord; and so my Lord and he and I walked together in the great chamber a good while; and I found him a most ingenuous man and good company. He being gone I also went home by water, Mr. Moore with me for discourse sake, and then parted from me, Cooper being there ready to attend me, so he and I to work till it was dark, and then eat a bit and by daylight to bed.

He was definitely one of the chaps.

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Date: 9/07/2025 15:27:03
From: The Rev Dodgson
ID: 2299431
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

dv said:


Peak Warming Man said:

dv said:

That’s… not correct.

The modern day is about 70 milliseconds longer than it was in 700 BC. Which is certainly “ in history”.

https://academic.oup.com/astrogeo/article-abstract/44/2/2.22/278981?redirectedFrom=fulltext

Maybe they mean it is the shortest since we started timing it using atomic clocks.

Recorded history.

(Shrugs) recorded history started around 3000 BC with the advent of writing in Sumer and Egypt

But they are talking about the shortest day recorded in history, not the shortest day in recorded history.

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Date: 9/07/2025 15:34:36
From: The Rev Dodgson
ID: 2299434
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

The Rev Dodgson said:


dv said:

Peak Warming Man said:

Recorded history.

(Shrugs) recorded history started around 3000 BC with the advent of writing in Sumer and Egypt

But they are talking about the shortest day recorded in history, not the shortest day in recorded history.

From the abstract (which is all they would allow me to read):

“small variations in the length of the day occur at the millisecond level. Historical eclipse observations, recorded by various ancient and medieval cultures, enable changes in the Earth’s spin rate to be monitored with fair precision as far back as around 700 BC.”

How do historical eclipse observations allow the day length of 2725 years ago to be calculated to 100 millisecond accuracy?

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Date: 9/07/2025 15:54:19
From: Bubblecar
ID: 2299436
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

The Rev Dodgson said:


The Rev Dodgson said:

dv said:

(Shrugs) recorded history started around 3000 BC with the advent of writing in Sumer and Egypt

But they are talking about the shortest day recorded in history, not the shortest day in recorded history.

From the abstract (which is all they would allow me to read):

“small variations in the length of the day occur at the millisecond level. Historical eclipse observations, recorded by various ancient and medieval cultures, enable changes in the Earth’s spin rate to be monitored with fair precision as far back as around 700 BC.”

How do historical eclipse observations allow the day length of 2725 years ago to be calculated to 100 millisecond accuracy?

They don’t, they’re exaggerating.

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Date: 9/07/2025 16:05:01
From: Brindabellas
ID: 2299437
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Son sent husband a text. He and his girlfriend bought a washing machine – the hoses didn’t fit, so he went to Bunnings to get an outlet pipe.
wipes tear from eye son is now a fully grown man, going to Bunnings by himself.

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Date: 9/07/2025 16:11:06
From: Peak Warming Man
ID: 2299438
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Brindabellas said:


Son sent husband a text. He and his girlfriend bought a washing machine – the hoses didn’t fit, so he went to Bunnings to get an outlet pipe.
wipes tear from eye son is now a fully grown man, going to Bunnings by himself.

That’s a milestone in his journey through life, a day the whole family will remember.

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Date: 9/07/2025 16:11:16
From: Divine Angel
ID: 2299439
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Brindabellas said:


Son sent husband a text. He and his girlfriend bought a washing machine – the hoses didn’t fit, so he went to Bunnings to get an outlet pipe.
wipes tear from eye son is now a fully grown man, going to Bunnings by himself.

One day they’re making slime in your kitchen, the next they’re off to Bunnings by themselves.

Mini Me and her friend were making slime (but failed, we can never get the recipe to work). Mini Me’s gone to her friend’s house for a sleepover so I’m child free tonight. I may do something radical like dry shampoo my hair.

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Date: 9/07/2025 16:16:37
From: ruby
ID: 2299440
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Brindabellas said:


Son sent husband a text. He and his girlfriend bought a washing machine – the hoses didn’t fit, so he went to Bunnings to get an outlet pipe.
wipes tear from eye son is now a fully grown man, going to Bunnings by himself.

Nooo. I remember meeting little Sharkboy on the forum mummies trip to Canberra. I refuse to believe he is now a grown up Sharkman.

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Date: 9/07/2025 16:21:51
From: Brindabellas
ID: 2299441
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

ruby said:


Brindabellas said:

Son sent husband a text. He and his girlfriend bought a washing machine – the hoses didn’t fit, so he went to Bunnings to get an outlet pipe.
wipes tear from eye son is now a fully grown man, going to Bunnings by himself.

Nooo. I remember meeting little Sharkboy on the forum mummies trip to Canberra. I refuse to believe he is now a grown up Sharkman.

He is now a fully fledged Flute Dude

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Date: 9/07/2025 16:22:44
From: Divine Angel
ID: 2299442
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Mum just sent me a text to say one of her aunts has alzheimers and a suggested response on my phone was, “that’s awesome”.

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Date: 9/07/2025 16:30:25
From: ruby
ID: 2299443
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Brindabellas said:


ruby said:

Brindabellas said:

Son sent husband a text. He and his girlfriend bought a washing machine – the hoses didn’t fit, so he went to Bunnings to get an outlet pipe.
wipes tear from eye son is now a fully grown man, going to Bunnings by himself.

Nooo. I remember meeting little Sharkboy on the forum mummies trip to Canberra. I refuse to believe he is now a grown up Sharkman.

He is now a fully fledged Flute Dude

He’s done very well. You’ve all done very well!

I’m meeting up with some forum mummies on Friday. MissCarol and My Evil Twin Beryl are coming up my way for a visit. It’s going to be fun

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Date: 9/07/2025 16:31:11
From: Divine Angel
ID: 2299444
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

ruby said:


Brindabellas said:

ruby said:

Nooo. I remember meeting little Sharkboy on the forum mummies trip to Canberra. I refuse to believe he is now a grown up Sharkman.

He is now a fully fledged Flute Dude

He’s done very well. You’ve all done very well!

I’m meeting up with some forum mummies on Friday. MissCarol and My Evil Twin Beryl are coming up my way for a visit. It’s going to be fun

Oh yay! Pls give ‘em a biiiiiiiiiig hug from me

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Date: 9/07/2025 16:32:50
From: Brindabellas
ID: 2299446
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

ruby said:


Brindabellas said:

ruby said:

Nooo. I remember meeting little Sharkboy on the forum mummies trip to Canberra. I refuse to believe he is now a grown up Sharkman.

I’m meeting up with some forum mummies on Friday. MissCarol and My Evil Twin Beryl are coming up my way for a visit. It’s going to be fun

Give them my love – maybe a trip to the Nations’ Capital is in order?

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Date: 9/07/2025 16:43:48
From: ruby
ID: 2299453
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Thanks DA and Brinda, I shall pass on your hugs and love, and I was going to suggest a future trip to the Nations’ Capital to them!

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Date: 9/07/2025 16:50:41
From: Bubblecar
ID: 2299455
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

BACK from a vigorous walk to the chemist.

Nothing much to report. Thought I saw a big, pure white cat doing strange movements with its tail, but it turned out to be a duck eating stuff off the grass.

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Date: 9/07/2025 16:54:26
From: Divine Angel
ID: 2299458
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Look at that big blobby ghost haunting the Bight

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Date: 9/07/2025 17:16:40
From: ruby
ID: 2299461
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Divine Angel said:


Look at that big blobby ghost haunting the Bight


That big blobby ghost is sending a mighty purple blast of air this way tomorrow. Oooooo

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Date: 9/07/2025 17:22:47
From: Bubblecar
ID: 2299462
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Divine Angel said:


ruby said:

Brindabellas said:

He is now a fully fledged Flute Dude

He’s done very well. You’ve all done very well!

I’m meeting up with some forum mummies on Friday. MissCarol and My Evil Twin Beryl are coming up my way for a visit. It’s going to be fun

Oh yay! Pls give ‘em a biiiiiiiiiig hug from me

+1

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Date: 9/07/2025 17:23:38
From: Bubblecar
ID: 2299463
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Divine Angel said:


Look at that big blobby ghost haunting the Bight


The island is being thoughtfully avoided, although we will have rain.

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Date: 9/07/2025 17:37:32
From: Michael V
ID: 2299464
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Divine Angel said:


Mum just sent me a text to say one of her aunts has alzheimers and a suggested response on my phone was, “that’s awesome”.

Pharque.

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Date: 9/07/2025 17:40:36
From: Divine Angel
ID: 2299465
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Ooh the plastination exhibition is back in Brisbane. Definitely want to see that. I remember going to one in Sydney with Bill and Brendon years ago.

https://feverup.com/m/349297

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Date: 9/07/2025 17:42:37
From: Divine Angel
ID: 2299466
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

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Date: 9/07/2025 17:47:19
From: Cymek
ID: 2299467
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Divine Angel said:


Ooh the plastination exhibition is back in Brisbane. Definitely want to see that. I remember going to one in Sydney with Bill and Brendon years ago.

https://feverup.com/m/349297

I imagine it was pretty cool.

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Date: 9/07/2025 17:47:39
From: Woodie
ID: 2299469
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

ruby said:

I’m meeting up with some forum mummies on Friday. MissCarol and My Evil Twin Beryl are coming up my way for a visit. It’s going to be fun

WOO HOO!!! HUGZ and big chats for all. I want to know ALL the goss!!

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Date: 9/07/2025 18:07:44
From: dv
ID: 2299473
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

The Rev Dodgson said:


The Rev Dodgson said:

dv said:

(Shrugs) recorded history started around 3000 BC with the advent of writing in Sumer and Egypt

But they are talking about the shortest day recorded in history, not the shortest day in recorded history.

From the abstract (which is all they would allow me to read):

“small variations in the length of the day occur at the millisecond level. Historical eclipse observations, recorded by various ancient and medieval cultures, enable changes in the Earth’s spin rate to be monitored with fair precision as far back as around 700 BC.”

How do historical eclipse observations allow the day length of 2725 years ago to be calculated to 100 millisecond accuracy?

A 100 millisecond shift difference in the length of the day adds up to more than a day over a 2725 year span.

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Date: 9/07/2025 18:09:16
From: Bubblecar
ID: 2299474
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

dv said:


The Rev Dodgson said:

The Rev Dodgson said:

But they are talking about the shortest day recorded in history, not the shortest day in recorded history.

From the abstract (which is all they would allow me to read):

“small variations in the length of the day occur at the millisecond level. Historical eclipse observations, recorded by various ancient and medieval cultures, enable changes in the Earth’s spin rate to be monitored with fair precision as far back as around 700 BC.”

How do historical eclipse observations allow the day length of 2725 years ago to be calculated to 100 millisecond accuracy?

A 100 millisecond shift difference in the length of the day adds up to more than a day over a 2725 year span.

There you are then.

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Date: 9/07/2025 18:13:57
From: Bubblecar
ID: 2299475
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Mainland sister has had scans to determine if she has a blood clot on the lungs. Results not yet in.

She’s hoping she has, because they can usually be treated and dissipated.

If she hasn’t, then her current extra-bad symptoms presumably just mean a more rapid deterioration of the emphysema.

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Date: 9/07/2025 18:15:21
From: Peak Warming Man
ID: 2299476
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Full moon tomorrow, I should be alright but waking up next day and listening to the news is always tense.

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Date: 9/07/2025 18:16:38
From: Peak Warming Man
ID: 2299477
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Bubblecar said:


Mainland sister has had scans to determine if she has a blood clot on the lungs. Results not yet in.

She’s hoping she has, because they can usually be treated and dissipated.

If she hasn’t, then her current extra-bad symptoms presumably just mean a more rapid deterioration of the emphysema.

Good luck for your sister.

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Date: 9/07/2025 18:17:41
From: The Rev Dodgson
ID: 2299478
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Bubblecar said:


dv said:

The Rev Dodgson said:

From the abstract (which is all they would allow me to read):

“small variations in the length of the day occur at the millisecond level. Historical eclipse observations, recorded by various ancient and medieval cultures, enable changes in the Earth’s spin rate to be monitored with fair precision as far back as around 700 BC.”

How do historical eclipse observations allow the day length of 2725 years ago to be calculated to 100 millisecond accuracy?

A 100 millisecond shift difference in the length of the day adds up to more than a day over a 2725 year span.

There you are then.

Are you?

How does the average over 2725 years adding up to over a day help you determine the day length on a specific day 2725 years ago?

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Date: 9/07/2025 18:18:28
From: Divine Angel
ID: 2299480
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

What a fantastic name!

And info in case anyone here is interested.

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Date: 9/07/2025 18:22:03
From: Bubblecar
ID: 2299482
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Divine Angel said:


What a fantastic name!

And info in case anyone here is interested.


His name matches his noble visage.

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Date: 9/07/2025 18:27:12
From: esselte
ID: 2299483
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

The Rev Dodgson said:


Bubblecar said:

dv said:

A 100 millisecond shift difference in the length of the day adds up to more than a day over a 2725 year span.

There you are then.

Are you?

How does the average over 2725 years adding up to over a day help you determine the day length on a specific day 2725 years ago?

It helps to determine the average length of a day 2725 years ago, not the length of a specific day.

https://eclipse.gsfc.nasa.gov/SEhelp/deltaT2.html

“Long-term changes in the rotation of the Earth : 700 B.C. to A.D. 1980”: https://royalsocietypublishing.org/doi/10.1098/rsta.1984.0082

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Date: 9/07/2025 18:54:07
From: Michael V
ID: 2299487
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Peak Warming Man said:


Full moon tomorrow, I should be alright but waking up next day and listening to the news is always tense.

Especially if you are implicated…

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Date: 9/07/2025 18:54:25
From: The Rev Dodgson
ID: 2299488
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

esselte said:


The Rev Dodgson said:

Bubblecar said:

There you are then.

Are you?

How does the average over 2725 years adding up to over a day help you determine the day length on a specific day 2725 years ago?

It helps to determine the average length of a day 2725 years ago, not the length of a specific day.

https://eclipse.gsfc.nasa.gov/SEhelp/deltaT2.html

“Long-term changes in the rotation of the Earth : 700 B.C. to A.D. 1980”: https://royalsocietypublishing.org/doi/10.1098/rsta.1984.0082

They want money for the 2nd link.

The first one talks about Delta-T, but doesn’t define it.

Fortunately TATE has the answer to this:
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/%CE%94T_timekeeping

Which is all very interesting, but returning to the important pedantic matters, the length of the day has only been measured over comparatively recent years.

This graph from the TATE page is QI:

Doesn’t seem consistent with the days being shorter recently, unless there was a big step very recently.

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Date: 9/07/2025 18:58:08
From: The Rev Dodgson
ID: 2299490
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

The Rev Dodgson said:


esselte said:

The Rev Dodgson said:

Are you?

How does the average over 2725 years adding up to over a day help you determine the day length on a specific day 2725 years ago?

It helps to determine the average length of a day 2725 years ago, not the length of a specific day.

https://eclipse.gsfc.nasa.gov/SEhelp/deltaT2.html

“Long-term changes in the rotation of the Earth : 700 B.C. to A.D. 1980”: https://royalsocietypublishing.org/doi/10.1098/rsta.1984.0082

They want money for the 2nd link.

The first one talks about Delta-T, but doesn’t define it.

Fortunately TATE has the answer to this:
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/%CE%94T_timekeeping

Which is all very interesting, but returning to the important pedantic matters, the length of the day has only been measured over comparatively recent years.

This graph from the TATE page is QI:
Lets try that again

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Date: 9/07/2025 19:24:41
From: Neophyte
ID: 2299492
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Bubblecar said:


BACK from a vigorous walk to the chemist.

Nothing much to report. Thought I saw a big, pure white cat doing strange movements with its tail, but it turned out to be a duck eating stuff off the grass.

Blimey…just what was it you got from the chemist….and can you get any more?

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Date: 9/07/2025 19:29:43
From: Peak Warming Man
ID: 2299494
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Just act normal.

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Date: 9/07/2025 20:05:13
From: dv
ID: 2299496
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

dv said:


dv said:

Two political action movies out at the moment. G20 is about a former Austalian SAS soldier who attacks the G20 summit in Joburg as part of a cryptocurrency blackmail plot. This seems oddly specific as there is indeed a G20 summit in Joburg this year. The Australian PM, played by Cole Moss, gets killed.
NZ actor Anthony Starr, of The Boys fame, plays the baddy.

Heads of State is more of an action comedy. Idris Elba plays the British PM and John Cena plays the POTUS. Annoying because only one of those is a Head of State. The ECHELON surveillance program of the Five Eyes alliance gets hacked. Air Force One gets shot down in Belarus ahead of a NATO summit in Trieste. Looks to have a good supporting cast so I might check it out.

Yeah HoS is another 6 or 7 out of 10. Probably what you would expect from a comedy action film… quips, fights, booms, but slightly elevated by top tier cinematography and the chemistry between the leads. In fairness they do allude to the fact that the monarch is the British head of state so I’ll give them that.

Meanwhile the boss lady is chirping “Air Force One would not be flying in Eastern Europe without a fighter jet detail” and “parachutes don’t work like that”. It ain’t that kind of movie, luv.

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Date: 9/07/2025 20:13:41
From: Bogsnorkler
ID: 2299497
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

dv said:

Meanwhile the boss lady is chirping “Air Force One would not be flying in Eastern Europe without a fighter jet detail” and “parachutes don’t work like that”. It ain’t that kind of movie, luv.

just wait until she gets on about how high explosive bombs don’t go off like that and you can’t outrun the shockwave.

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Date: 9/07/2025 20:24:00
From: esselte
ID: 2299500
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

The Rev Dodgson said:


esselte said:

The Rev Dodgson said:

Are you?

How does the average over 2725 years adding up to over a day help you determine the day length on a specific day 2725 years ago?

It helps to determine the average length of a day 2725 years ago, not the length of a specific day.

https://eclipse.gsfc.nasa.gov/SEhelp/deltaT2.html

“Long-term changes in the rotation of the Earth : 700 B.C. to A.D. 1980”: https://royalsocietypublishing.org/doi/10.1098/rsta.1984.0082

They want money for the 2nd link.

Measurement of the Earth’s rotation: 720 BC to AD 2015 more recent paper by the same authors

https://rsj-prod.literatumonline.com/doi/10.1098/rspa.2016.0404

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Date: 9/07/2025 20:31:56
From: dv
ID: 2299501
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Went to NSIDC for my regular sea ice check and

wha?

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Date: 9/07/2025 21:03:09
From: Peak Warming Man
ID: 2299507
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

20 zip to the Maroons at half time.
But we led by 26 zip in the second game and nearly got run down.

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Date: 9/07/2025 21:04:12
From: dv
ID: 2299508
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

The Rev Dodgson said:


The Rev Dodgson said:

esselte said:

It helps to determine the average length of a day 2725 years ago, not the length of a specific day.

https://eclipse.gsfc.nasa.gov/SEhelp/deltaT2.html

“Long-term changes in the rotation of the Earth : 700 B.C. to A.D. 1980”: https://royalsocietypublishing.org/doi/10.1098/rsta.1984.0082

They want money for the 2nd link.

The first one talks about Delta-T, but doesn’t define it.

Fortunately TATE has the answer to this:
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/%CE%94T_timekeeping

Which is all very interesting, but returning to the important pedantic matters, the length of the day has only been measured over comparatively recent years.

This graph from the TATE page is QI:
Lets try that again

It was Pedro who proclaimed it to be the shortest day in history. Ipse dixit.

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Date: 9/07/2025 21:06:37
From: The Rev Dodgson
ID: 2299509
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

esselte said:


The Rev Dodgson said:

esselte said:

It helps to determine the average length of a day 2725 years ago, not the length of a specific day.

https://eclipse.gsfc.nasa.gov/SEhelp/deltaT2.html

“Long-term changes in the rotation of the Earth : 700 B.C. to A.D. 1980”: https://royalsocietypublishing.org/doi/10.1098/rsta.1984.0082

They want money for the 2nd link.

Measurement of the Earth’s rotation: 720 BC to AD 2015 more recent paper by the same authors

https://rsj-prod.literatumonline.com/doi/10.1098/rspa.2016.0404

Thanks.

They let me into that one :)

(Couldn’t download, but I saved the link so I’ll have a proper read later).

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Date: 9/07/2025 21:19:41
From: The Rev Dodgson
ID: 2299512
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

dv said:


The Rev Dodgson said:

The Rev Dodgson said:

They want money for the 2nd link.

The first one talks about Delta-T, but doesn’t define it.

Fortunately TATE has the answer to this:
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/%CE%94T_timekeeping

Which is all very interesting, but returning to the important pedantic matters, the length of the day has only been measured over comparatively recent years.

This graph from the TATE page is QI:
Lets try that again

It was Pedro who proclaimed it to be the shortest day in history. Ipse dixit.

Moving on, here’s another link:
https://www.msn.com/en-us/news/technology/the-earths-rotation-is-about-to-spin-up-so-much-that-tomorrow-will-be-much-shorter-than-today/ar-AA1IdOrF?ocid=BingNewsSerp

But having read the intro:
“Spin Cycle
The Earth’s rotation is about to accelerate significantly.

According to scientists, July 9, July 22, and August 5 of this year will be some of the shortest days in recent memory as a result, slicing well over a millisecond off the usual 24 hours, Timeanddate.com reports.

That’s despite the Earth’s full rotation taking almost exactly 86,400 milliseconds, the equivalent of 24 hours.”

I’m not sure that one is very accurate.

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Date: 9/07/2025 21:24:11
From: Bubblecar
ID: 2299516
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

How’s Mrs Spalding, captain?

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Date: 9/07/2025 21:35:55
From: captain_spalding
ID: 2299522
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Bubblecar said:


How’s Mrs Spalding, captain?

Should be home tomorrow. Thanks forasking.

Much improved, still a goodly amount of pain, up to me to manage her medication regime.

That regime will be the next step, weaning her (with medical advice, and in balance with her needs, i hope) off strong painkillers (incl opioids) that she’s been on for quite some long months now, at dosage levels that would knock over a rhinoceros. The GP said that if he was to swallow a day’s worth of what she’s on, he’d be up for an ambulance ride and require some serious resuscitation.

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Date: 9/07/2025 21:39:13
From: Divine Angel
ID: 2299524
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

And how are you feeling about the missus being home? I imagine there’s round-the-clock (more or less) of you caring for her. It’s tough to have that responsibility. Make sure you take care of yourself too.

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Date: 9/07/2025 21:40:44
From: Bubblecar
ID: 2299526
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

captain_spalding said:


Bubblecar said:

How’s Mrs Spalding, captain?

Should be home tomorrow. Thanks forasking.

Much improved, still a goodly amount of pain, up to me to manage her medication regime.

That regime will be the next step, weaning her (with medical advice, and in balance with her needs, i hope) off strong painkillers (incl opioids) that she’s been on for quite some long months now, at dosage levels that would knock over a rhinoceros. The GP said that if he was to swallow a day’s worth of what she’s on, he’d be up for an ambulance ride and require some serious resuscitation.


Well, it’s all progress, however slow. Best wishes for both of you.

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Date: 9/07/2025 21:45:14
From: captain_spalding
ID: 2299527
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Divine Angel said:


And how are you feeling about the missus being home? I imagine there’s round-the-clock (more or less) of you caring for her. It’s tough to have that responsibility. Make sure you take care of yourself too.

I hope that she’ll be more comfortable here. It’s very odd how they can have hospital beds that raise up and lower down, bend here, bend there, all at the touch of some buttons, and have built-in floor-level automatically switching night lights, etc., and yet they still can’t seem to design one that’s actually comfortable for the patient to lie on.

I have to admit, i get a little bit of that squeeze-on-the-rib-cage feeling now and then, which i understand is a symptom of ‘stress’. But, i have alcohol, so i’ll be ok.

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Date: 9/07/2025 21:49:09
From: captain_spalding
ID: 2299528
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Anyway, we’ll be inside and out of the weather, not covered in shit, and there probably won’t be anyone shooting at us, so things might be worse.

Thanks, all, for your kind thoughts.

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Date: 9/07/2025 21:51:23
From: Divine Angel
ID: 2299529
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

captain_spalding said:


Anyway, we’ll be inside and out of the weather, not covered in shit, and there probably won’t be anyone shooting at us, so things might be worse.

Thanks, all, for your kind thoughts.

I bet you even have a working hot water system

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Date: 9/07/2025 21:56:49
From: Divine Angel
ID: 2299532
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Stephen King’s novel, Rage will no longer be printed and all copies pulled from shelves due to the “sensitive nature” of the narrative. (It’s a story about a school shooting.)

If only there were ways and means of getting one’s hands on banned books 🤔

https://www.ladbible.com/entertainment/stephen-king-book-rage-why-pulled-shelves-school-shootings-054104-20250708

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Date: 9/07/2025 22:01:54
From: Peak Warming Man
ID: 2299534
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

QUENSLANDER

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Date: 9/07/2025 22:29:43
From: Witty Rejoinder
ID: 2299539
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Peak Warming Man said:


QUENSLANDER

makes drinky-drinky motion

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Date: 9/07/2025 22:30:36
From: captain_spalding
ID: 2299540
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Divine Angel said:


captain_spalding said:

Anyway, we’ll be inside and out of the weather, not covered in shit, and there probably won’t be anyone shooting at us, so things might be worse.

Thanks, all, for your kind thoughts.

I bet you even have a working hot water system

Well, we do.

At one time, we didn’t.

Went outside, looked at the water heater. Mucho agua flowing out the bottom of it. Led to mucho dinero flowing out of the bank account.

Is good now.

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Date: 9/07/2025 22:32:52
From: captain_spalding
ID: 2299542
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Witty Rejoinder said:


Peak Warming Man said:

QUENSLANDER

makes drinky-drinky motion

Oh, thanks, mine’s a large Scotch.

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Date: 9/07/2025 22:34:12
From: captain_spalding
ID: 2299545
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Hmm…‘large Scotch’…there’s an intriguing thought…

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Date: 9/07/2025 22:42:53
From: Neophyte
ID: 2299548
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

captain_spalding said:


Hmm…‘large Scotch’…there’s an intriguing thought…

Robbie Coltrane?

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Date: 9/07/2025 22:47:13
From: Woodie
ID: 2299550
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

captain_spalding said:


Hmm…‘large Scotch’…there’s an intriguing thought…

A large Scotch.

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Date: 9/07/2025 22:55:18
From: Bubblecar
ID: 2299551
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Mushroom murders: the Nagi angle.

RecipeTin Eats cook upset her beef wellington recipe ‘entangled’ in Erin Patterson murder case

Nagi Maehashi, the cook behind RecipeTin Eats, says it is “upsetting” to have become “entangled in a tragic situation” after Erin Patterson told her triple murder trial she used the beef wellington recipe for the fateful lunch.

In a post to Instagram on Tuesday, Maehashi requested that journalists of Australia “please stop calling and emailing and texting and DM’ing me about the Erin Patterson case”.

We all became detectives in Erin Patterson’s trial. But as a crime writer I can’t help wonder, at what cost?
Read more
“It is of course upsetting to learn that one of my recipes – possibly the one I’ve spent more hours perfecting than any other – something I created to bring joy and happiness, is entangled in a tragic situation,” she wrote on Instagram yesterday.

“Other than that, I have nothing to say and I won’t be talking to anyone.”

Full report

https://www.theguardian.com/food/2025/jul/09/australian-cook-behind-recipetin-eats-beef-wellington-recipe-in-patterson-case-asks-for-privacy-from-tragic-situation-ntwnfb

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Date: 9/07/2025 23:08:35
From: captain_spalding
ID: 2299553
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Neophyte said:


captain_spalding said:

Hmm…‘large Scotch’…there’s an intriguing thought…

Robbie Coltrane?

He was a large Scot.

Call a Caldenonian ‘Scotch’ or a ‘Scotchman’, and you’ll be so glad that you took out that travel insurance.

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Date: 9/07/2025 23:11:39
From: captain_spalding
ID: 2299555
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Bubblecar said:


Mushroom murders: the Nagi angle.

RecipeTin Eats cook upset her beef wellington recipe ‘entangled’ in Erin Patterson murder case

Nagi Maehashi, the cook behind RecipeTin Eats, says it is “upsetting” to have become “entangled in a tragic situation” after Erin Patterson told her triple murder trial she used the beef wellington recipe for the fateful lunch.

In a post to Instagram on Tuesday, Maehashi requested that journalists of Australia “please stop calling and emailing and texting and DM’ing me about the Erin Patterson case”.

We all became detectives in Erin Patterson’s trial. But as a crime writer I can’t help wonder, at what cost?
Read more
“It is of course upsetting to learn that one of my recipes – possibly the one I’ve spent more hours perfecting than any other – something I created to bring joy and happiness, is entangled in a tragic situation,” she wrote on Instagram yesterday.

“Other than that, I have nothing to say and I won’t be talking to anyone.”

Full report

https://www.theguardian.com/food/2025/jul/09/australian-cook-behind-recipetin-eats-beef-wellington-recipe-in-patterson-case-asks-for-privacy-from-tragic-situation-ntwnfb

You have to wonder how many people were offended by Typhoid Mary using their recipes.

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Date: 9/07/2025 23:17:04
From: captain_spalding
ID: 2299557
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

captain_spalding said:


Neophyte said:

captain_spalding said:

Hmm…‘large Scotch’…there’s an intriguing thought…

Robbie Coltrane?

He was a large Scot.

Call a Caldenonian ‘Scotch’ or a ‘Scotchman’, and you’ll be so glad that you took out that travel insurance.

‘…Caldenonian…’?

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Date: 9/07/2025 23:19:12
From: Bubblecar
ID: 2299558
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

captain_spalding said:


captain_spalding said:

Neophyte said:

Robbie Coltrane?

He was a large Scot.

Call a Caldenonian ‘Scotch’ or a ‘Scotchman’, and you’ll be so glad that you took out that travel insurance.

‘…Caldenonian…’?

Call a Caledonian a Caldenonian… :)

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Date: 10/07/2025 00:20:36
From: Kingy
ID: 2299562
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

captain_spalding said:


Anyway, we’ll be inside and out of the weather, not covered in shit, and there probably won’t be anyone shooting at us, so things might be worse.

Thanks, all, for your kind thoughts.

I understand what you are saying.

I’m also not being shot at, today is a good day.

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Date: 10/07/2025 01:14:02
From: kii
ID: 2299564
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Today = attempting to figure out this Apple watch’s functions. Last night it startled me when I received a message. It buzzed on my wrist bone, I think my heart rate soared. The app thingy will probably show that.

News out of Ruidoso this morning – 3 dead, including 2 small children. A doggy day care on the river appears to have been severely hit, reports of missing dogs. Also the local race track may have had horse casualties.

Today’s dumb comment:

“My question is why do they have cameras set up ahead of time? Does this happen often there or did they just put the camera up because they knew it was coming?”

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Date: 10/07/2025 02:48:56
From: Tau.Neutrino
ID: 2299569
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Kingy said:


captain_spalding said:

Anyway, we’ll be inside and out of the weather, not covered in shit, and there probably won’t be anyone shooting at us, so things might be worse.

Thanks, all, for your kind thoughts.

I understand what you are saying.

I’m also not being shot at, today is a good day.

I enjoy being shot at, three times they missed yesterday, suddenly 4 shots ring out, nup missed again.

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Date: 10/07/2025 02:51:31
From: Tau.Neutrino
ID: 2299571
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Chaotic Italian Class Turns into Hilarious Mayhem

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Date: 10/07/2025 02:53:10
From: kii
ID: 2299572
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Tau.Neutrino said:


Kingy said:

captain_spalding said:

Anyway, we’ll be inside and out of the weather, not covered in shit, and there probably won’t be anyone shooting at us, so things might be worse.

Thanks, all, for your kind thoughts.

I understand what you are saying.

I’m also not being shot at, today is a good day.

I enjoy being shot at, three times they missed yesterday, suddenly 4 shots ring out, nup missed again.

Twice I have been >< this close to a lightning strike. I reckon I have one last chance left to avoid it.

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Date: 10/07/2025 06:04:20
From: Tau.Neutrino
ID: 2299574
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

kii said:


Tau.Neutrino said:

Kingy said:

I understand what you are saying.

I’m also not being shot at, today is a good day.

I enjoy being shot at, three times they missed yesterday, suddenly 4 shots ring out, nup missed again.

Twice I have been >< this close to a lightning strike. I reckon I have one last chance left to avoid it.

Three close ones for me,
< 12 m and < 40 m and < 50 m.

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Date: 10/07/2025 06:07:04
From: buffy
ID: 2299575
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Good morning Holidayers. Presently 3 degrees at the back door. There have been some showers during the night. We are forecast 10 degrees with showers. No-one is complaining about the rain here.

I’ll have breakfast with my bushwandering friend this morning and see how her trip to Adelaide went.

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Date: 10/07/2025 06:08:52
From: roughbarked
ID: 2299576
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Morning. 8 degrees here and a bit gusty.

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Date: 10/07/2025 06:28:28
From: Divine Angel
ID: 2299577
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Chance of rain in the next hour, sunny afternoon with a top of 23.

I’ll be picking up Mini Me from her friend’s place where she had a sleepover. The friend recently went to the plastination exhibition in Brisbane, where her 3yo brother was very interested in the bodies, how the muscles worked etc. I discovered I still have my Gunther what’s-his-name plastination DVDs so Mr Mutant has ripped them; I can donate the proper DVDs and feed the kid’s science brain. (His dad is a high school science teacher, and although I worked with his at Krispy, she has qualifications in sleep science.)

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Date: 10/07/2025 06:32:31
From: Divine Angel
ID: 2299578
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

“A quick-thinking doctor who gave key evidence at Erin Patterson’s trial fears that he will lose his job after he called her a ‘crazy b*’ and a ‘disturbed sociopathic nutbag’ in a newspaper interview following the verdict.”

How did he think that would go?

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Date: 10/07/2025 07:03:07
From: kii
ID: 2299579
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Tau.Neutrino said:


kii said:

Tau.Neutrino said:

I enjoy being shot at, three times they missed yesterday, suddenly 4 shots ring out, nup missed again.

Twice I have been >< this close to a lightning strike. I reckon I have one last chance left to avoid it.

Three close ones for me,
< 12 m and < 40 m and < 50 m.


The lightning ball one I was about 4 metres away, inside and the window closed.

The other one I saw out the sliding glass doors as I was telling my sons to unplug all the things as a storm was brewing. They were sitting on the couch with their backs to the windows.

We lived in a high lightning strike area in the Blue Mtns. There had been rumblings and the sky was getting dark very quickly.

The bolt of lightning looked exactly like a cartoon one, like it was made of heavy white card and with typical jagged edges. It was as if a giant had poked it at the tree next to the house, a large gum tree, which promptly exploded.

The boys jumped off the couch and our cat, Ms Kiisuka Killersocks, jumped about 15 metres across the room. The phone connections exploded, so there was smoke and flames shot up the wall in the kitchen.

I talked to some locals and one woman had seen a bolt hit the highway in front of her car, another was in the car park and saw a windscreen explode after being hit. All three happened at the same time. All within a few kms of each other.

Ms Kiisuka lounging near the site of the lightning strike.

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Date: 10/07/2025 07:24:04
From: captain_spalding
ID: 2299584
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Tau.Neutrino said:


Kingy said:

captain_spalding said:

Anyway, we’ll be inside and out of the weather, not covered in shit, and there probably won’t be anyone shooting at us, so things might be worse.

Thanks, all, for your kind thoughts.

I understand what you are saying.

I’m also not being shot at, today is a good day.

I enjoy being shot at, three times they missed yesterday, suddenly 4 shots ring out, nup missed again.

When you realise that someone is shooting at you, and means to, at the least,seriously hurt you, and more probably, to kill you, the world changes entirely.

The best description i’ve found is when an author said that, when it happens,”…the space between ‘subject’ and ‘object’ bangs shut in a fast wash of adrenaline…’.

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Date: 10/07/2025 09:06:41
From: Peak Warming Man
ID: 2299591
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Morning pilgrims, spiffing day in the pearl.

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Date: 10/07/2025 09:09:04
From: Peak Warming Man
ID: 2299593
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Divine Angel said:


“A quick-thinking doctor who gave key evidence at Erin Patterson’s trial fears that he will lose his job after he called her a ‘crazy b*’ and a ‘disturbed sociopathic nutbag’ in a newspaper interview following the verdict.”

How did he think that would go?

A quick-thinking?

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Date: 10/07/2025 09:13:58
From: Divine Angel
ID: 2299594
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Peak Warming Man said:


Divine Angel said:

“A quick-thinking doctor who gave key evidence at Erin Patterson’s trial fears that he will lose his job after he called her a ‘crazy b*’ and a ‘disturbed sociopathic nutbag’ in a newspaper interview following the verdict.”

How did he think that would go?

A quick-thinking?

The article’s from The Daily Mail so it’s a shit article to begin with.

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Date: 10/07/2025 09:43:30
From: Bubblecar
ID: 2299596
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

You still off work party_pants?

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Date: 10/07/2025 09:45:01
From: Bubblecar
ID: 2299598
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Also heading for 10 and showers here, light winds, -1 tonight.

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Date: 10/07/2025 09:50:24
From: party_pants
ID: 2299600
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Bubblecar said:


You still off work party_pants?

Yeah. Still coughing up lumps. I can hardly speak now from all the coughing. I have hurt a muscle in my side and now it hurts every time I cough or sneeze. Didn’t sleep well, woke up every hour or two with a coughing fit.

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Date: 10/07/2025 09:59:21
From: Peak Warming Man
ID: 2299601
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

party_pants said:


Bubblecar said:

You still off work party_pants?

Yeah. Still coughing up lumps. I can hardly speak now from all the coughing. I have hurt a muscle in my side and now it hurts every time I cough or sneeze. Didn’t sleep well, woke up every hour or two with a coughing fit.

Put him out in the sun boys.

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Date: 10/07/2025 10:00:55
From: party_pants
ID: 2299602
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Peak Warming Man said:


party_pants said:

Bubblecar said:

You still off work party_pants?

Yeah. Still coughing up lumps. I can hardly speak now from all the coughing. I have hurt a muscle in my side and now it hurts every time I cough or sneeze. Didn’t sleep well, woke up every hour or two with a coughing fit.

Put him out in the sun boys.

Currently 5C outside. Might warm up a bit by lunchtime. Max of 17 today.

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Date: 10/07/2025 10:02:15
From: Bubblecar
ID: 2299603
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

party_pants said:


Bubblecar said:

You still off work party_pants?

Yeah. Still coughing up lumps. I can hardly speak now from all the coughing. I have hurt a muscle in my side and now it hurts every time I cough or sneeze. Didn’t sleep well, woke up every hour or two with a coughing fit.

Sounds nasty :(

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Date: 10/07/2025 10:24:58
From: buffy
ID: 2299604
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

A contribution from my teaching sister. She’s been teaching kids who have trouble with “math” lately, I think in Summer School. Right now she is in Grinnell Iowa, visiting a friend and walking around in Botanic Gardens and State Parks, Nature Preserves and Arboretums admiring the flowers.

https://www.facebook.com/reel/576576931983216

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Date: 10/07/2025 10:46:21
From: Bubblecar
ID: 2299609
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

buffy said:


A contribution from my teaching sister. She’s been teaching kids who have trouble with “math” lately, I think in Summer School. Right now she is in Grinnell Iowa, visiting a friend and walking around in Botanic Gardens and State Parks, Nature Preserves and Arboretums admiring the flowers.

https://www.facebook.com/reel/576576931983216

Clever.

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Date: 10/07/2025 10:48:28
From: kii
ID: 2299610
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

buffy said:


A contribution from my teaching sister. She’s been teaching kids who have trouble with “math” lately, I think in Summer School. Right now she is in Grinnell Iowa, visiting a friend and walking around in Botanic Gardens and State Parks, Nature Preserves and Arboretums admiring the flowers.

https://www.facebook.com/reel/576576931983216

That math word is really irritating, I’ve never got my ear around it.

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Date: 10/07/2025 11:09:20
From: buffy
ID: 2299613
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

kii said:


buffy said:

A contribution from my teaching sister. She’s been teaching kids who have trouble with “math” lately, I think in Summer School. Right now she is in Grinnell Iowa, visiting a friend and walking around in Botanic Gardens and State Parks, Nature Preserves and Arboretums admiring the flowers.

https://www.facebook.com/reel/576576931983216

That math word is really irritating, I’ve never got my ear around it.

That’s because we know it is supposed to be a contraction of mathematics and it needs its s.

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Date: 10/07/2025 11:32:07
From: Tamb
ID: 2299614
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

buffy said:


kii said:

buffy said:

A contribution from my teaching sister. She’s been teaching kids who have trouble with “math” lately, I think in Summer School. Right now she is in Grinnell Iowa, visiting a friend and walking around in Botanic Gardens and State Parks, Nature Preserves and Arboretums admiring the flowers.

https://www.facebook.com/reel/576576931983216

That math word is really irritating, I’ve never got my ear around it.

That’s because we know it is supposed to be a contraction of mathematics and it needs its s.


They’ve confused themselves by being unable to decide on “This United States” and “These United States”

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Date: 10/07/2025 11:36:22
From: Divine Angel
ID: 2299615
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

buffy said:


A contribution from my teaching sister. She’s been teaching kids who have trouble with “math” lately, I think in Summer School. Right now she is in Grinnell Iowa, visiting a friend and walking around in Botanic Gardens and State Parks, Nature Preserves and Arboretums admiring the flowers.

https://www.facebook.com/reel/576576931983216

That kind of thing is in yr 5 NAPLAN, seems like a good thing to add to my toolbox, thanks!

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Date: 10/07/2025 11:38:30
From: Divine Angel
ID: 2299616
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

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Date: 10/07/2025 12:28:55
From: Divine Angel
ID: 2299626
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Plumber just left. Water heater is in! Sparky will pop by later this afternoon to install an outdoor power supply (included in the price). Until then we’ve got an extension cord running round the house lol. I also want to ask how much it would be for an outdoor power supply for the pond.

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Date: 10/07/2025 12:32:46
From: Bubblecar
ID: 2299628
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Divine Angel said:


Plumber just left. Water heater is in! Sparky will pop by later this afternoon to install an outdoor power supply (included in the price). Until then we’ve got an extension cord running round the house lol. I also want to ask how much it would be for an outdoor power supply for the pond.

All’s well that ends well.

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Date: 10/07/2025 12:53:21
From: buffy
ID: 2299638
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

ABC news item about iNaturalist and giving the location of poisonous mushrooms

I am not in favour of obscuring locations. Unless it is for something rare (some orchids).

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Date: 10/07/2025 13:41:54
From: buffy
ID: 2299647
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

OK, I’ve done some record shredding (yes, it’s still going on. The seven years is not up yet that I have to keep the records for). So now I am going to get under the doona and read some more of Terry Pratchett’s book “Dodger”.

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Date: 10/07/2025 13:45:39
From: Peak Warming Man
ID: 2299648
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

That’s tricky but I’m going to say it’s heoght.

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Date: 10/07/2025 13:49:45
From: Divine Angel
ID: 2299650
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Peak Warming Man said:


That’s tricky but I’m going to say it’s height.

Slow down, egghead.

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Date: 10/07/2025 14:05:55
From: transition
ID: 2299651
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

over another inch rain last day or so

60mm for this month, winter showed up, hope it stays, through to late august even early september if it likes

a wintery Spring would be alright

we gots another apple tree, and strawberry guava, for the orchard

not much else to report

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Date: 10/07/2025 14:10:23
From: Divine Angel
ID: 2299655
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

This is a ferry, not a cruise ship.

On the upside the water would wash away my vomit on the floor…

https://www.reddit.com/r/interestingasfuck/s/BrMZFBnZHj

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Date: 10/07/2025 14:12:35
From: Michael V
ID: 2299656
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

G’d arvo. Back from Nescafe city. Mrs V’s had another treatment. We’ve been to a few shops and bought some stuff.

Tired.

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Date: 10/07/2025 14:15:25
From: Michael V
ID: 2299658
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Divine Angel said:


This is a ferry, not a cruise ship.

On the upside the water would wash away my vomit on the floor…

https://www.reddit.com/r/interestingasfuck/s/BrMZFBnZHj

Bloody!

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Date: 10/07/2025 14:19:11
From: Peak Warming Man
ID: 2299662
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Divine Angel said:


This is a ferry, not a cruise ship.

On the upside the water would wash away my vomit on the floor…

https://www.reddit.com/r/interestingasfuck/s/BrMZFBnZHj

Perzactly.

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Date: 10/07/2025 16:05:03
From: Divine Angel
ID: 2299678
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

These are on clearance at my local Woolies. I imagine there’s a PR issue at the moment.

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Date: 10/07/2025 16:12:02
From: Bubblecar
ID: 2299679
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Divine Angel said:


These are on clearance at my local Woolies. I imagine there’s a PR issue at the moment.


Not surprising.

But only 1.5 star health rating is a bit surprising, unless they too are worried about the mushrooms…

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Date: 10/07/2025 16:15:33
From: Divine Angel
ID: 2299680
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Bubblecar said:


Divine Angel said:

These are on clearance at my local Woolies. I imagine there’s a PR issue at the moment.


Not surprising.

But only 1.5 star health rating is a bit surprising, unless they too are worried about the mushrooms…

The reviews online aren’t good. The top complaint was “not enough filling” so it seems it’s mostly pastry.

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Date: 10/07/2025 16:51:03
From: transition
ID: 2299681
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

it dinner will be
not too long shortly
in fry pan I see
there’s oink oinkies
egg of cluckies
the other’s mystery
tell is no blindy
reads vitamin A’n B
all bugs bunny

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Date: 10/07/2025 16:55:39
From: Bubblecar
ID: 2299683
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

transition said:


it dinner will be
not too long shortly
in fry pan I see
there’s oink oinkies
egg of cluckies
the other’s mystery
tell is no blindy
reads vitamin A’n B
all bugs bunny

Egg and bacon with grated carrot.

Yours is one of the few households in the known cosmos who regularly eat that combination.

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Date: 10/07/2025 17:02:55
From: transition
ID: 2299685
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Bubblecar said:


transition said:

it dinner will be
not too long shortly
in fry pan I see
there’s oink oinkies
egg of cluckies
the other’s mystery
tell is no blindy
reads vitamin A’n B
all bugs bunny

Egg and bacon with grated carrot.

Yours is one of the few households in the known cosmos who regularly eat that combination.

we’re out there

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Date: 10/07/2025 17:07:55
From: transition
ID: 2299688
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

transition said:


Bubblecar said:

transition said:

it dinner will be
not too long shortly
in fry pan I see
there’s oink oinkies
egg of cluckies
the other’s mystery
tell is no blindy
reads vitamin A’n B
all bugs bunny

Egg and bacon with grated carrot.

Yours is one of the few households in the known cosmos who regularly eat that combination.

we’re out there

celery with the carrot, get ya details right

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Date: 10/07/2025 18:18:18
From: Peak Warming Man
ID: 2299695
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Full moon tonight.
Over.

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Date: 10/07/2025 18:21:11
From: Witty Rejoinder
ID: 2299696
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Peak Warming Man said:


Full moon tonight.
Over.

Planning any naked moonlight dancing?

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Date: 10/07/2025 18:22:05
From: fsm
ID: 2299697
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Peak Warming Man said:


Full moon tonight.
Over.

Tomorrow.
Over.

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Date: 10/07/2025 19:08:14
From: transition
ID: 2299705
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Ian said:


I tried to make glowing plasmoids in an old microwave oven. It was mostly a fizzer.

I got some good results with aluminum foil shredded into little pieces, but it didn’t persist after being de-energized

among the experiments was jamming all the wifi on the street by overriding the door interlocking switched and leaving the door open while running, but wouldn’t recommend that at home children, very dangerous voltages in MWOs, and the radiation can cause cataracts and worse

yeah nah that last story is bullshit

and see ducks in feedlot 1, bit of a lake, i’ll have a look for a picture, you stay there

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Date: 10/07/2025 19:18:54
From: Divine Angel
ID: 2299708
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

🚨 BREAKING NEWS 🚨

We have hot water!

I repeat, we have hot water.

Unlike our last system, this one is temperature controlled so you only need a touch of cold water, meaning you gotta turn the hot water on more to get the same pressure.

Electrician didn’t turn up today so we’ve still got the extension cord. Jellybean can open the door with the cord running through it, so tonight we have to unplug it. Otherwise she might let herself out during the night, which means the cat will get out too.

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Date: 10/07/2025 19:24:42
From: Divine Angel
ID: 2299710
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

‘Big Bang Theory’ Spinoff ‘Stuart Fails to Save the Universe’ Ordered to Series at HBO Max.

The official synopsis reads: “Comic book store owner Stuart Bloom (Kevin Sussman) is tasked with restoring reality after he breaks a device built by Sheldon and Leonard, accidentally bringing about a multiverse Armageddon. Stuart is aided in this quest by his girlfriend Denise (Lauren Lapkus), geologist friend Bert (Brian Posehn) and quantum physicist/all-around pain in the ass Barry Kripke (John Ross Bowie). Along the way, they meet alternate-universe versions of characters we’ve come to know and love from ‘The Big Bang Theory.’ As the title implies, things don’t go well.”

~~~
So… Sliders. Which was a good show til the main characters left.

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Date: 10/07/2025 19:46:29
From: Ian
ID: 2299711
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

transition said:


Ian said:

I tried to make glowing plasmoids in an old microwave oven. It was mostly a fizzer.

I got some good results with aluminum foil shredded into little pieces, but it didn’t persist after being de-energized

among the experiments was jamming all the wifi on the street by overriding the door interlocking switched and leaving the door open while running, but wouldn’t recommend that at home children, very dangerous voltages in MWOs, and the radiation can cause cataracts and worse

yeah nah that last story is bullshit

and see ducks in feedlot 1, bit of a lake, i’ll have a look for a picture, you stay there

Yeah. I used bits of steel wool and some powdered graphite. There were sparks.. nothing more.

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Date: 10/07/2025 21:15:47
From: Michael V
ID: 2299731
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Divine Angel said:


🚨 BREAKING NEWS 🚨

We have hot water!

I repeat, we have hot water.

Unlike our last system, this one is temperature controlled so you only need a touch of cold water, meaning you gotta turn the hot water on more to get the same pressure.

Electrician didn’t turn up today so we’ve still got the extension cord. Jellybean can open the door with the cord running through it, so tonight we have to unplug it. Otherwise she might let herself out during the night, which means the cat will get out too.

Ah yes, systems are now required to be limited to 50° C output. I think that rule has been around for over 20 years. Shows how old your HWS was. The temperature regulation valves can be adusted (wink, wink, nudge, nudge) but only last about 5 years, unfortunately. They slowly fail by going cold and losing their adustability.

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Date: 10/07/2025 22:15:43
From: Divine Angel
ID: 2299743
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Michael V said:


Divine Angel said:

🚨 BREAKING NEWS 🚨

We have hot water!

I repeat, we have hot water.

Unlike our last system, this one is temperature controlled so you only need a touch of cold water, meaning you gotta turn the hot water on more to get the same pressure.

Electrician didn’t turn up today so we’ve still got the extension cord. Jellybean can open the door with the cord running through it, so tonight we have to unplug it. Otherwise she might let herself out during the night, which means the cat will get out too.

Ah yes, systems are now required to be limited to 50° C output. I think that rule has been around for over 20 years. Shows how old your HWS was. The temperature regulation valves can be adusted (wink, wink, nudge, nudge) but only last about 5 years, unfortunately. They slowly fail by going cold and losing their adustability.

Our previous hot water system was about 15 years old. The new one is set to 62 degrees. Storage has to be over 60 degrees to prevent Legionella, but delivery to the residence is limited to 50 degrees (TIL).

https://www.business.qld.gov.au/industries/building-property-development/building-construction/laws-codes-standards/sustainable-housing/hot-water-systems

In any case, Mr Mutant likes hotter-than-hell showers so I wonder how he will go with this one. In various hotels he’s stayed at, the lower temperature of the shower really bothers him.

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Date: 10/07/2025 22:23:04
From: Bubblecar
ID: 2299747
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Divine Angel said:


Michael V said:

Divine Angel said:

🚨 BREAKING NEWS 🚨

We have hot water!

I repeat, we have hot water.

Unlike our last system, this one is temperature controlled so you only need a touch of cold water, meaning you gotta turn the hot water on more to get the same pressure.

Electrician didn’t turn up today so we’ve still got the extension cord. Jellybean can open the door with the cord running through it, so tonight we have to unplug it. Otherwise she might let herself out during the night, which means the cat will get out too.

Ah yes, systems are now required to be limited to 50° C output. I think that rule has been around for over 20 years. Shows how old your HWS was. The temperature regulation valves can be adusted (wink, wink, nudge, nudge) but only last about 5 years, unfortunately. They slowly fail by going cold and losing their adustability.

Our previous hot water system was about 15 years old. The new one is set to 62 degrees. Storage has to be over 60 degrees to prevent Legionella, but delivery to the residence is limited to 50 degrees (TIL).

https://www.business.qld.gov.au/industries/building-property-development/building-construction/laws-codes-standards/sustainable-housing/hot-water-systems

In any case, Mr Mutant likes hotter-than-hell showers so I wonder how he will go with this one. In various hotels he’s stayed at, the lower temperature of the shower really bothers him.

Good luck with the new system.

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Date: 10/07/2025 23:11:36
From: roughbarked
ID: 2299760
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

buffy said:


ABC news item about iNaturalist and giving the location of poisonous mushrooms

I am not in favour of obscuring locations. Unless it is for something rare (some orchids).

Rare orchids yes.

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Date: 11/07/2025 02:12:50
From: roughbarked
ID: 2299804
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Croydon town halls clock tower (UK). The mechanism was made by Gillett and Johnston (who still maintain the mechanism to this day!).

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Date: 11/07/2025 06:41:36
From: Divine Angel
ID: 2299810
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Sunny with a top of 21.

For this, the last weekday of the school holidays, Mini Me is booked for an activity at the library: an Alice in Wonderland diorama. The electrician should turn up today to install the outdoor power supply for the hot water.

And that’s the daily news.

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Date: 11/07/2025 07:03:20
From: Divine Angel
ID: 2299811
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Jupiter, despite the longstanding conventional wisdom, does not serve as a protective shield for planet Earth. Jupiter-like planets, in general, do not protect the worlds in the inner reaches of a stellar system, and in fact do the opposite. Having a Jupiter-like planet, of its mass at its distance from the Sun, actually poses a significant hazard to Earth, increasing the collision rate from the asteroid belt by more than three times over what it would be without such a planet.

https://bigthink.com/starts-with-a-bang/jupiter-extinct-dinosaurs/

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Date: 11/07/2025 07:42:29
From: kii
ID: 2299813
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Rabid dog to the west of me, measles everywhere, massive flood to the east, idiots on social media…ah, New Mexico.

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Date: 11/07/2025 07:52:38
From: buffy
ID: 2299815
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Good morning Holidayers. Presently 8 degrees at the back door, overcast. We are forecast 14 degrees with showers.

No particular plans for today. Possibly some more shredding of records. Knitting. Pulling in the washing if it gets a bit dryish between showers. It is all nicely rain rinsed…

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Date: 11/07/2025 08:29:15
From: Neophyte
ID: 2299826
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

kii said:


Rabid dog to the west of me, measles everywhere, massive flood to the east, idiots on social media…ah, New Mexico.

Here you are, stuck in the middle with us

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Date: 11/07/2025 08:32:01
From: Michael V
ID: 2299827
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Good morning everybody.

10.1° C, 67% RH, light breezes and a clear sky – another beautiful winter’s day. BoM forecasts a top of 21° C and almost no chance of rain.

Plans:

Breakfast: a sausage and a fried tomato each (with Cholula). Lunch: leftover rice with veges and lady sauce, on cheese on toast. Dinner: chicken pieces cooked in basil pesto with pasta and Parmesan, probably with some longevity spinach lining the bowl.

Jobs: I will assemble and try out the new vacuum cleaner, purchased yesterday from K-Mart. I also intend to fix PNG Trish’s broken pot, and our ceramic coaster – I bought new glue from Bunnings. They were out of stock for the bar stools and floor lamps we hoped to buy.

After lunch we are booked in to get our second shingles vaccine shot at the pharmacy.

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Date: 11/07/2025 08:46:06
From: kii
ID: 2299830
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Neophyte said:


kii said:

Rabid dog to the west of me, measles everywhere, massive flood to the east, idiots on social media…ah, New Mexico.

Here you are, stuck in the middle with us

Well, I don’t leave the house. That’s why I keep hoping that the entertainment here improves. It’s quite boring most of the time…old men farting their thoughts from their brains. Fake sincerity and frequent use of platitudes.
You guys really need to up your game.

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Date: 11/07/2025 08:47:12
From: Divine Angel
ID: 2299831
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

MV!

What was that water plant you wanted to send me a cutting of?

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Date: 11/07/2025 08:54:29
From: kii
ID: 2299833
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Divine Angel said:


Sunny with a top of 21.

For this, the last weekday of the school holidays, Mini Me is booked for an activity at the library: an Alice in Wonderland diorama. The electrician should turn up today to install the outdoor power supply for the hot water.

And that’s the daily news.

Which version of Alice?

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Date: 11/07/2025 08:55:10
From: Michael V
ID: 2299834
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Divine Angel said:


MV!

What was that water plant you wanted to send me a cutting of?

Water spinach. Kangkong. Ipomoea aquatica

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ipomoea_aquatica

The run of cold weather has really cut our plants back. They may take a while to recover – so I can’t send any very soon.

It grows very easily from cuttings, if you can source some nearby. Mine came from a bunch I bought at an Asian grocer in Brisbane.

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Date: 11/07/2025 09:06:33
From: Divine Angel
ID: 2299835
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Michael V said:


Divine Angel said:

MV!

What was that water plant you wanted to send me a cutting of?

Water spinach. Kangkong. Ipomoea aquatica

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ipomoea_aquatica

The run of cold weather has really cut our plants back. They may take a while to recover – so I can’t send any very soon.

It grows very easily from cuttings, if you can source some nearby. Mine came from a bunch I bought at an Asian grocer in Brisbane.

Ta, I shall keep an eye out. The chill has taken a toll on my memory herb too. I’m not aware of any local Asian grocers but I’ll see what I can do. The pond will need another plant before spring. At the moment the snails are doing a great job at curtailing the algae but that’ll change once the sun hits the pond again.

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Date: 11/07/2025 09:11:53
From: buffy
ID: 2299836
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

kii said:


Neophyte said:

kii said:

Rabid dog to the west of me, measles everywhere, massive flood to the east, idiots on social media…ah, New Mexico.

Here you are, stuck in the middle with us

Well, I don’t leave the house. That’s why I keep hoping that the entertainment here improves. It’s quite boring most of the time…old men farting their thoughts from their brains. Fake sincerity and frequent use of platitudes.
You guys really need to up your game.

I’m afraid it seems the sincerity and platitudes thing is an interwebs infection. Along with overuse of the word “gorgeous”…

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Date: 11/07/2025 09:20:24
From: kii
ID: 2299839
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

buffy said:


kii said:

Neophyte said:

Here you are, stuck in the middle with us

Well, I don’t leave the house. That’s why I keep hoping that the entertainment here improves. It’s quite boring most of the time…old men farting their thoughts from their brains. Fake sincerity and frequent use of platitudes.
You guys really need to up your game.

I’m afraid it seems the sincerity and platitudes thing is an interwebs infection. Along with overuse of the word “gorgeous”…


Yes, also “too cute”. Erk.

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Date: 11/07/2025 09:34:56
From: Peak Warming Man
ID: 2299843
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Morning punters and correctors.

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Date: 11/07/2025 09:57:43
From: Divine Angel
ID: 2299848
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Electrician didn’t get the memo so he’s now booked for Monday… Extension cord FTW.

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Date: 11/07/2025 10:12:12
From: Bubblecar
ID: 2299849
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Max of 11, min of -2, possible showers.

Nothing planned except getting the FOGO bin back in, which I should have done yesterday.

Waiting for news of the mainland sister, if there is any.

Inspection next Thursday. I’ll start the housework on the weekend.

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Date: 11/07/2025 10:15:26
From: Divine Angel
ID: 2299850
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Bubblecar said:


Max of 11, min of -2, possible showers.

Nothing planned except getting the FOGO bin back in, which I should have done yesterday.

Waiting for news of the mainland sister, if there is any.

Inspection next Thursday. I’ll start the housework on the weekend.

I’m sorry to hear about your sister.

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Date: 11/07/2025 10:20:50
From: kii
ID: 2299851
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Watching videos of cats and dogs being helped and rescued after the floods in Texas.

“This dog has been in a flooded house on the 2nd floor since the flood happened and PTSD has definitely set in. We buried a total of 7 of her siblings today. Unfortunately she had to be caught with a catchpole and muzzled by an animal rescue guy, sorry I can’t remember his name. She bit him pretty good in the whole process. This girl was strong as an ox. She is now on her way to get the help that she needs.”

Link

And now I’m crying after watching some puppers being reunited with their people.
Link

Link

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Date: 11/07/2025 10:23:08
From: Bubblecar
ID: 2299852
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Divine Angel said:


Bubblecar said:

Max of 11, min of -2, possible showers.

Nothing planned except getting the FOGO bin back in, which I should have done yesterday.

Waiting for news of the mainland sister, if there is any.

Inspection next Thursday. I’ll start the housework on the weekend.

I’m sorry to hear about your sister.

We wish we had a clearer picture of what’s going on. She hasn’t been messaging much at all, and the Pontville sister (who’s listed as her next of kin by the hospital) hasn’t been yet been able to speak to one of the doctors when she calls the hospital.

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Date: 11/07/2025 10:26:18
From: kii
ID: 2299853
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Bubblecar said:


Divine Angel said:

Bubblecar said:

Max of 11, min of -2, possible showers.

Nothing planned except getting the FOGO bin back in, which I should have done yesterday.

Waiting for news of the mainland sister, if there is any.

Inspection next Thursday. I’ll start the housework on the weekend.

I’m sorry to hear about your sister.

We wish we had a clearer picture of what’s going on. She hasn’t been messaging much at all, and the Pontville sister (who’s listed as her next of kin by the hospital) hasn’t been yet been able to speak to one of the doctors when she calls the hospital.

Just a thought: Maybe someone needs to go over to the mainland to check on her and the current situation?

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Date: 11/07/2025 10:29:25
From: Cymek
ID: 2299855
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Hello

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Date: 11/07/2025 11:11:19
From: buffy
ID: 2299866
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Weekly news quiz

I got 6/10. I didn’t know many of them at all. I knew 1,2, 9 and 10.

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Date: 11/07/2025 11:17:15
From: Peak Warming Man
ID: 2299869
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

buffy said:


Weekly news quiz

I got 6/10. I didn’t know many of them at all. I knew 1,2, 9 and 10.

5/10 here.

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Date: 11/07/2025 11:29:59
From: kii
ID: 2299873
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Peak Warming Man said:


buffy said:

Weekly news quiz

I got 6/10. I didn’t know many of them at all. I knew 1,2, 9 and 10.

5/10 here.

8

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Date: 11/07/2025 11:39:12
From: Peak Warming Man
ID: 2299875
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Thursday 10 July 1662
Up by four o’clock, and before I went to the office I practised my arithmetique, and then, when my wife was up, did call her and Sarah, and did make up a difference between them, for she is so good a servant as I am loth to part with her. So to the office all the morning, where very much business, but it vexes me to see so much disorder at our table, that, every man minding a several business, we dispatch nothing.

Dined at home with my wife, then to the office again, and being called by Sir W. Batten, walked to the Victualler’s office, there to view all the several offices and houses to see that they were employed in order to give the Council an account thereof. So after having taken an oath or two of Mr. Lewes and Captain Brown and others I returned to the office, and there sat despatching several businesses alone till night, and so home and by daylight to bed.

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Date: 11/07/2025 11:41:08
From: The Rev Dodgson
ID: 2299877
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

kii said:


Peak Warming Man said:

buffy said:

Weekly news quiz

I got 6/10. I didn’t know many of them at all. I knew 1,2, 9 and 10.

5/10 here.

8

4/10

Only knew the last one.

That’s why I don’t normally do that quiz :)

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Date: 11/07/2025 11:57:51
From: transition
ID: 2299879
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

wrong thread I posts goodnight

whatever

larry was blissfully happy having a roll on his chair

been on antidepressants for maybe seven days now, seems to be picking up

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Date: 11/07/2025 12:02:19
From: transition
ID: 2299880
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

transition said:


wrong thread I posts goodnight

whatever

larry was blissfully happy having a roll on his chair

been on antidepressants for maybe seven days now, seems to be picking up

more like two weeks, near enough, talking with lady

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Date: 11/07/2025 12:07:34
From: kii
ID: 2299881
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Some descendants of Frances Hodgson Burnett escaped the Texas floods via a hole through the wall on an upper floor of their home. Seven adults, a couple of kids – one a baby, some dogs. Including an 83 year old woman, who was the family’s archivist.

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Date: 11/07/2025 12:15:33
From: kii
ID: 2299883
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

kii said:


Some descendants of Frances Hodgson Burnett escaped the Texas floods via a hole through the wall on an upper floor of their home. Seven adults, a couple of kids – one a baby, some dogs. Including an 83 year old woman, who was the family’s archivist.

Texas Matriarch Survives Flood with Family of Nine

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Date: 11/07/2025 12:21:40
From: Cymek
ID: 2299884
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Can I ask a question that seems to make me out to be an arsehole.

Are we as parents allowed to be tired and fed-up with the way an adult child acts.

You all know some of the saga with my eldest daughter.

No one else in the family wants to help her as she is very aggressive and unpredictable.

She gets kicked out of wherever she is staying because of how she and the other people act towards each other.

I can’t help with this, I can’t magic a house for her out on nowhere.

She can’t stay with me.

I won’t abandon her, it is just emotionally draining stressing over this.

Her intentions aren’t evil, her behaviour though scares everyone away.

She and her mother don’t get along (an understatement)
It’s sad as a house exists she and her son could stay at
They both have mental issues neither thinks is a problem (not the best word to use)

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Date: 11/07/2025 12:23:00
From: Cymek
ID: 2299885
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Cymek said:


Can I ask a question that seems to make me out to be an arsehole.

Are we as parents allowed to be tired and fed-up with the way an adult child acts.

You all know some of the saga with my eldest daughter.

No one else in the family wants to help her as she is very aggressive and unpredictable.

She gets kicked out of wherever she is staying because of how she and the other people act towards each other.

I can’t help with this, I can’t magic a house for her out on nowhere.

She can’t stay with me.

I won’t abandon her, it is just emotionally draining stressing over this.

Her intentions aren’t evil, her behaviour though scares everyone away.

She and her mother don’t get along (an understatement)
It’s sad as a house exists she and her son could stay at
They both have mental issues neither thinks is a problem (not the best word to use)

She is messaging me now and I’m trying to think of solutions.

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Date: 11/07/2025 12:32:37
From: captain_spalding
ID: 2299886
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

kii said:


. That’s why I keep hoping that the entertainment here improves. It’s quite boring most of the time…old men farting their thoughts from their brains. Fake sincerity and frequent use of platitudes.

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Date: 11/07/2025 12:34:04
From: dv
ID: 2299888
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Did seem a bit chill at the Park this morn. According to the Bom we had a 2 deg min.

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Date: 11/07/2025 12:34:56
From: kii
ID: 2299889
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Cymek said:


Cymek said:

Can I ask a question that seems to make me out to be an arsehole.

Are we as parents allowed to be tired and fed-up with the way an adult child acts.

You all know some of the saga with my eldest daughter.

No one else in the family wants to help her as she is very aggressive and unpredictable.

She gets kicked out of wherever she is staying because of how she and the other people act towards each other.

I can’t help with this, I can’t magic a house for her out on nowhere.

She can’t stay with me.

I won’t abandon her, it is just emotionally draining stressing over this.

Her intentions aren’t evil, her behaviour though scares everyone away.

She and her mother don’t get along (an understatement)
It’s sad as a house exists she and her son could stay at
They both have mental issues neither thinks is a problem (not the best word to use)

She is messaging me now and I’m trying to think of solutions.

Mediation, I think you’ve mentioned this before? You have to protect your own mental health and she needs some boundaries.

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Date: 11/07/2025 12:36:24
From: dv
ID: 2299890
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

kii said:


Peak Warming Man said:

buffy said:

Weekly news quiz

I got 6/10. I didn’t know many of them at all. I knew 1,2, 9 and 10.

5/10 here.

8

6

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Date: 11/07/2025 12:38:21
From: Cymek
ID: 2299892
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

kii said:


Cymek said:

Cymek said:

Can I ask a question that seems to make me out to be an arsehole.

Are we as parents allowed to be tired and fed-up with the way an adult child acts.

You all know some of the saga with my eldest daughter.

No one else in the family wants to help her as she is very aggressive and unpredictable.

She gets kicked out of wherever she is staying because of how she and the other people act towards each other.

I can’t help with this, I can’t magic a house for her out on nowhere.

She can’t stay with me.

I won’t abandon her, it is just emotionally draining stressing over this.

Her intentions aren’t evil, her behaviour though scares everyone away.

She and her mother don’t get along (an understatement)
It’s sad as a house exists she and her son could stay at
They both have mental issues neither thinks is a problem (not the best word to use)

She is messaging me now and I’m trying to think of solutions.

Mediation, I think you’ve mentioned this before? You have to protect your own mental health and she needs some boundaries.

Yeah
I’m sorry for these questions.
The entire situation is so complex and beyond my ability to help.
I need to vent occasionally.

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Date: 11/07/2025 12:38:32
From: Brindabellas
ID: 2299893
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Dont you love it when scam callers swear at you when you call them out (after playing along for 10 minutes)?

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Date: 11/07/2025 12:40:47
From: kii
ID: 2299895
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

kii said:


Cymek said:

Cymek said:

Can I ask a question that seems to make me out to be an arsehole.

Are we as parents allowed to be tired and fed-up with the way an adult child acts.

You all know some of the saga with my eldest daughter.

No one else in the family wants to help her as she is very aggressive and unpredictable.

She gets kicked out of wherever she is staying because of how she and the other people act towards each other.

I can’t help with this, I can’t magic a house for her out on nowhere.

She can’t stay with me.

I won’t abandon her, it is just emotionally draining stressing over this.

Her intentions aren’t evil, her behaviour though scares everyone away.

She and her mother don’t get along (an understatement)
It’s sad as a house exists she and her son could stay at
They both have mental issues neither thinks is a problem (not the best word to use)

She is messaging me now and I’m trying to think of solutions.

Mediation, I think you’ve mentioned this before? You have to protect your own mental health and she needs some boundaries.

You’re not an arsehole for having those thoughts. I had to step away from my eldest son because of his mental health. He couldn’t accept that he needed medication for schizophrenia, and I had no options left at the time. It was exhausting and dealing with it from over here was nearly impossible. Of course it’s all very complicated. His father tried to help, but…well that’s another story.
I love my son dearly and hope to repair our relationship at some point.

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Date: 11/07/2025 12:41:30
From: Brindabellas
ID: 2299896
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Cymek said:


kii said:

Cymek said:

She is messaging me now and I’m trying to think of solutions.

Mediation, I think you’ve mentioned this before? You have to protect your own mental health and she needs some boundaries.

Yeah
I’m sorry for these questions.
The entire situation is so complex and beyond my ability to help.
I need to vent occasionally.


I have friends in the same situation – it is ruining their lives. They have just retired – and cant enjoy their retirement, as they are consumed with worry. Have you looked at joining a group – maybe through carers australia – sometimes connecting with others in the same situation can make you feel better – and they can offer coping strategies.

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Date: 11/07/2025 12:42:59
From: kii
ID: 2299897
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Cymek said:


kii said:

Cymek said:

She is messaging me now and I’m trying to think of solutions.

Mediation, I think you’ve mentioned this before? You have to protect your own mental health and she needs some boundaries.

Yeah
I’m sorry for these questions.
The entire situation is so complex and beyond my ability to help.
I need to vent occasionally.

Don’t apologise, Keep asking questions, but seriously get some long term help for both of you. If your daughter won’t comply then you need support to keep your distance in an unhealthy relationship.

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Date: 11/07/2025 12:44:29
From: kii
ID: 2299899
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Brindabellas said:


Cymek said:

kii said:

Mediation, I think you’ve mentioned this before? You have to protect your own mental health and she needs some boundaries.

Yeah
I’m sorry for these questions.
The entire situation is so complex and beyond my ability to help.
I need to vent occasionally.


I have friends in the same situation – it is ruining their lives. They have just retired – and cant enjoy their retirement, as they are consumed with worry. Have you looked at joining a group – maybe through carers australia – sometimes connecting with others in the same situation can make you feel better – and they can offer coping strategies.

Excellent suggestion.

sm’s sister was going through something similar with her son.

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Date: 11/07/2025 12:45:48
From: Cymek
ID: 2299900
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

kii said:


kii said:

Cymek said:

She is messaging me now and I’m trying to think of solutions.

Mediation, I think you’ve mentioned this before? You have to protect your own mental health and she needs some boundaries.

You’re not an arsehole for having those thoughts. I had to step away from my eldest son because of his mental health. He couldn’t accept that he needed medication for schizophrenia, and I had no options left at the time. It was exhausting and dealing with it from over here was nearly impossible. Of course it’s all very complicated. His father tried to help, but…well that’s another story.
I love my son dearly and hope to repair our relationship at some point.

Thanks kii
I appreciate your messages

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Date: 11/07/2025 12:46:12
From: Cymek
ID: 2299901
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Brindabellas said:


Cymek said:

kii said:

Mediation, I think you’ve mentioned this before? You have to protect your own mental health and she needs some boundaries.

Yeah
I’m sorry for these questions.
The entire situation is so complex and beyond my ability to help.
I need to vent occasionally.


I have friends in the same situation – it is ruining their lives. They have just retired – and cant enjoy their retirement, as they are consumed with worry. Have you looked at joining a group – maybe through carers australia – sometimes connecting with others in the same situation can make you feel better – and they can offer coping strategies.

Yeah I might do something like that, thanks

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Date: 11/07/2025 12:50:11
From: captain_spalding
ID: 2299902
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Cymek said:


kii said:

Cymek said:

She is messaging me now and I’m trying to think of solutions.

Mediation, I think you’ve mentioned this before? You have to protect your own mental health and she needs some boundaries.

Yeah
I’m sorry for these questions.
The entire situation is so complex and beyond my ability to help.
I need to vent occasionally.

I know the feeling.

It’s got to be incredibly frustrating for you, seeing someone who you care about in the grip of problems for which help might be found, and which help you’d obviously help her find, but to have her deny the problems, and refuse the help that would improve things for her.

I’ve tried to think of some stratagem by which you could ‘convince’ her, but i’m not subtle enough to come up with anything. People in that situation can be so resistant, so perceptive about when someone’s trying ‘trick’ them.

Stay with us, Cymek, we may not be much use, but we can listen.

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Date: 11/07/2025 12:50:39
From: kii
ID: 2299903
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Cymek said:


kii said:

kii said:

Mediation, I think you’ve mentioned this before? You have to protect your own mental health and she needs some boundaries.

You’re not an arsehole for having those thoughts. I had to step away from my eldest son because of his mental health. He couldn’t accept that he needed medication for schizophrenia, and I had no options left at the time. It was exhausting and dealing with it from over here was nearly impossible. Of course it’s all very complicated. His father tried to help, but…well that’s another story.
I love my son dearly and hope to repair our relationship at some point.

Thanks kii
I appreciate your messages

Always. Never feel like you can’t ask questions or vent. It’s such a shit thing to live with.

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Date: 11/07/2025 12:54:04
From: Peak Warming Man
ID: 2299906
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Cymek said:


kii said:

Cymek said:

She is messaging me now and I’m trying to think of solutions.

Mediation, I think you’ve mentioned this before? You have to protect your own mental health and she needs some boundaries.

Yeah
I’m sorry for these questions.
The entire situation is so complex and beyond my ability to help.
I need to vent occasionally.

Aye.

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Date: 11/07/2025 12:56:02
From: Cymek
ID: 2299907
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

captain_spalding said:


Cymek said:

kii said:

Mediation, I think you’ve mentioned this before? You have to protect your own mental health and she needs some boundaries.

Yeah
I’m sorry for these questions.
The entire situation is so complex and beyond my ability to help.
I need to vent occasionally.

I know the feeling.

It’s got to be incredibly frustrating for you, seeing someone who you care about in the grip of problems for which help might be found, and which help you’d obviously help her find, but to have her deny the problems, and refuse the help that would improve things for her.

I’ve tried to think of some stratagem by which you could ‘convince’ her, but i’m not subtle enough to come up with anything. People in that situation can be so resistant, so perceptive about when someone’s trying ‘trick’ them.

Stay with us, Cymek, we may not be much use, but we can listen.

You all do, this forum is a blessing if that sounds silly.
I appreciate the people here

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Date: 11/07/2025 13:04:17
From: Michael V
ID: 2299911
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Cymek,

I’m sorry that I can’t offer you any suggestions; I have neither the experience nor expertise to assist. Everything I have read here seems reasonable. Also, please make sure you look after yourself first.

Good luck with it all.

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Date: 11/07/2025 14:20:13
From: Woodie
ID: 2299924
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Brindabellas said:


Dont you love it when scam callers swear at you when you call them out (after playing along for 10 minutes)?

You have wasted more of your time than of theirs, Ms Bellas.

I’ve had a distinct absence of visa/mastercard/NBN etc scam calls over the last month or two. None at all. I was getting 5 – 10 a week for months. But none for a while now.

Perhaps I’ve found the recipe. Dunno.

As a note, Ms Bellas, Quite a while ago, I suggested what the caller (she) could do with her head and certain parts of her mother’s anatomy and hung up. She called me back a tried to abuse me back. It wasn’t a very good attempt.😁 hehehehe

Also, Mr Next Door tells me he gets these scam calls and they ask to speak to me. His landline number is 1 digit off mine. Mine ends in 7242 his ends in 7232.

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Date: 11/07/2025 14:28:09
From: The Rev Dodgson
ID: 2299926
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Woodie said:


Brindabellas said:

Dont you love it when scam callers swear at you when you call them out (after playing along for 10 minutes)?

You have wasted more of your time than of theirs, Ms Bellas.

I’ve had a distinct absence of visa/mastercard/NBN etc scam calls over the last month or two. None at all. I was getting 5 – 10 a week for months. But none for a while now.

Perhaps I’ve found the recipe. Dunno.

As a note, Ms Bellas, Quite a while ago, I suggested what the caller (she) could do with her head and certain parts of her mother’s anatomy and hung up. She called me back a tried to abuse me back. It wasn’t a very good attempt.😁 hehehehe

Also, Mr Next Door tells me he gets these scam calls and they ask to speak to me. His landline number is 1 digit off mine. Mine ends in 7242 his ends in 7232.

Oh, oh.

The bots will be onto that before you know it.

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Date: 11/07/2025 14:32:04
From: Woodie
ID: 2299927
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

If nothing, it’s consistent. 😁

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Date: 11/07/2025 15:13:28
From: Bubblecar
ID: 2299937
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Waiting for a call from the older sister. Mainland sister’s doctor will be briefing the Pontville sister shortly.

Mainland sister warned us – it won’t be good news.

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Date: 11/07/2025 15:20:58
From: Divine Angel
ID: 2299938
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Bubblecar said:


Waiting for a call from the older sister. Mainland sister’s doctor will be briefing the Pontville sister shortly.

Mainland sister warned us – it won’t be good news.

Oh Car 😞

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Date: 11/07/2025 15:26:22
From: Cymek
ID: 2299939
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Bubblecar said:


Waiting for a call from the older sister. Mainland sister’s doctor will be briefing the Pontville sister shortly.

Mainland sister warned us – it won’t be good news.

Sorry about that Mr Car.

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Date: 11/07/2025 15:38:49
From: Michael V
ID: 2299946
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Woodie said:


Brindabellas said:

Dont you love it when scam callers swear at you when you call them out (after playing along for 10 minutes)?

You have wasted more of your time than of theirs, Ms Bellas.

I’ve had a distinct absence of visa/mastercard/NBN etc scam calls over the last month or two. None at all. I was getting 5 – 10 a week for months. But none for a while now.

Perhaps I’ve found the recipe. Dunno.

As a note, Ms Bellas, Quite a while ago, I suggested what the caller (she) could do with her head and certain parts of her mother’s anatomy and hung up. She called me back a tried to abuse me back. It wasn’t a very good attempt.😁 hehehehe

Also, Mr Next Door tells me he gets these scam calls and they ask to speak to me. His landline number is 1 digit off mine. Mine ends in 7242 his ends in 7232.

Snigger.

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Date: 11/07/2025 15:55:50
From: Bubblecar
ID: 2299953
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

News was as expected. She won’t be going home, she’s in there for palliative care now.

Doctor said there’s a slight chance she might rally, but they’re not expecting it.

Palliative team will assess her on Monday (if she’s still alive). Her sons are travelling to see her, as is the Pontville sister and possibly the ex-Ross sister.

My presence won’t be much use, and older sister can’t travel like that any more due to her lack of mobility.

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Date: 11/07/2025 15:57:45
From: Michael V
ID: 2299956
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Bubblecar said:


News was as expected. She won’t be going home, she’s in there for palliative care now.

Doctor said there’s a slight chance she might rally, but they’re not expecting it.

Palliative team will assess her on Monday (if she’s still alive). Her sons are travelling to see her, as is the Pontville sister and possibly the ex-Ross sister.

My presence won’t be much use, and older sister can’t travel like that any more due to her lack of mobility.

Bugger.

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Date: 11/07/2025 15:57:47
From: party_pants
ID: 2299957
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Bubblecar said:


News was as expected. She won’t be going home, she’s in there for palliative care now.

Doctor said there’s a slight chance she might rally, but they’re not expecting it.

Palliative team will assess her on Monday (if she’s still alive). Her sons are travelling to see her, as is the Pontville sister and possibly the ex-Ross sister.

My presence won’t be much use, and older sister can’t travel like that any more due to her lack of mobility.

Sad new indeed :(

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Date: 11/07/2025 15:59:44
From: Divine Angel
ID: 2299958
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

I’m so sorry, Car.

Are you ok?

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Date: 11/07/2025 16:04:27
From: Spiny Norman
ID: 2299959
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Bubblecar said:


News was as expected. She won’t be going home, she’s in there for palliative care now.

Doctor said there’s a slight chance she might rally, but they’re not expecting it.

Palliative team will assess her on Monday (if she’s still alive). Her sons are travelling to see her, as is the Pontville sister and possibly the ex-Ross sister.

My presence won’t be much use, and older sister can’t travel like that any more due to her lack of mobility.

Ah damn, sorry to hear it.

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Date: 11/07/2025 16:05:09
From: Bubblecar
ID: 2299960
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Divine Angel said:


I’m so sorry, Car.

Are you ok?

No, but I’ll get by.

I’m trying to keep my mind fairly blank and calm until the final news.

Just going to get some wine and sausages or suchlike.

I’ll watch the bicycles and try to be at peace.

Also got the fucking house to clean up for the inspection next week :(

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Date: 11/07/2025 16:06:45
From: Divine Angel
ID: 2299961
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

I can’t do much about your house, but you know where to find me if you need to.

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Date: 11/07/2025 16:07:51
From: Bubblecar
ID: 2299962
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Bubblecar said:


Also got the fucking house to clean up for the inspection next week :(

Actually that’ll give me something to focus on while we wait.

And after all that’s out of the way, I’m free to go myself if there’s too much sorrow.

It’s been a rotten year.

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Date: 11/07/2025 16:14:32
From: Peak Warming Man
ID: 2299964
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Bubblecar said:


News was as expected. She won’t be going home, she’s in there for palliative care now.

Doctor said there’s a slight chance she might rally, but they’re not expecting it.

Palliative team will assess her on Monday (if she’s still alive). Her sons are travelling to see her, as is the Pontville sister and possibly the ex-Ross sister.

My presence won’t be much use, and older sister can’t travel like that any more due to her lack of mobility.

Sorry to hear that.

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Date: 11/07/2025 16:41:14
From: Cymek
ID: 2299966
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Bubblecar said:


News was as expected. She won’t be going home, she’s in there for palliative care now.

Doctor said there’s a slight chance she might rally, but they’re not expecting it.

Palliative team will assess her on Monday (if she’s still alive). Her sons are travelling to see her, as is the Pontville sister and possibly the ex-Ross sister.

My presence won’t be much use, and older sister can’t travel like that any more due to her lack of mobility.

Sorry for that Mr Car.

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Date: 11/07/2025 17:23:35
From: Peak Warming Man
ID: 2299969
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

https://youtu.be/QLodkaDHn4g

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Date: 11/07/2025 17:30:10
From: Bubblecar
ID: 2299971
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

BACK with some wine, crisps, bread, strawberry jam.

And a couple of lamb chops for dinner.

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Date: 11/07/2025 17:30:40
From: Bubblecar
ID: 2299972
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Thanks for your thoughts everyone.

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Date: 11/07/2025 17:40:04
From: Woodie
ID: 2299974
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

party_pants said:


Bubblecar said:

News was as expected. She won’t be going home, she’s in there for palliative care now.

Doctor said there’s a slight chance she might rally, but they’re not expecting it.

Palliative team will assess her on Monday (if she’s still alive). Her sons are travelling to see her, as is the Pontville sister and possibly the ex-Ross sister.

My presence won’t be much use, and older sister can’t travel like that any more due to her lack of mobility.

Sad new indeed :(

+ many, I’d expect.

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Date: 11/07/2025 17:42:01
From: transition
ID: 2299976
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

dinner will be.

nice plate of top secret.

should be able to chew it myself.

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Date: 11/07/2025 17:59:14
From: Cymek
ID: 2299980
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

I’m off home

Mr Car I hope your situation can be as peaceful as such occasions allow.

Take care

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Date: 11/07/2025 18:42:36
From: Peak Warming Man
ID: 2299994
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Michael Bentine said that Greenbottle was a genius.

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Date: 11/07/2025 18:56:33
From: captain_spalding
ID: 2299995
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Peak Warming Man said:


Michael Bentine said that Greenbottle was a genius.

Bluebottle.

You’re thinking of another radio comedy.

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Date: 11/07/2025 18:58:10
From: captain_spalding
ID: 2299996
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

ABC News:

No-one Could Have Foreseen This.

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Date: 11/07/2025 19:29:36
From: Peak Warming Man
ID: 2299999
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

captain_spalding said:


Peak Warming Man said:

Michael Bentine said that Greenbottle was a genius.

Bluebottle.

You’re thinking of another radio comedy.

Ah yes, getting confused with Yes What.

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Date: 11/07/2025 19:31:44
From: Michael V
ID: 2300000
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Bubblecar said:


Bubblecar said:

Also got the fucking house to clean up for the inspection next week :(

Actually that’ll give me something to focus on while we wait.

And after all that’s out of the way, I’m free to go myself if there’s too much sorrow.

It’s been a rotten year.

No, don’t. Please.

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Date: 11/07/2025 19:32:56
From: Bogsnorkler
ID: 2300002
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Peak Warming Man said:


Michael Bentine said that Greenbottle was a genius.

I think Tesla is pretty famous. Though his fanbois overdo his achievements a tad.

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Date: 11/07/2025 20:46:56
From: Bubblecar
ID: 2300014
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Michael V said:


Bubblecar said:

Bubblecar said:

Also got the fucking house to clean up for the inspection next week :(

Actually that’ll give me something to focus on while we wait.

And after all that’s out of the way, I’m free to go myself if there’s too much sorrow.

It’s been a rotten year.

No, don’t. Please.

I won’t want to be causing more sorrow for others, so it’s really only a last ditch option.

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Date: 11/07/2025 21:54:22
From: Bubblecar
ID: 2300026
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Time for half a pot of coffee.

Wonder where Woodie is. I hope he hasn’t gone off in a huff because we protested against his Français.

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Date: 11/07/2025 21:58:28
From: party_pants
ID: 2300029
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Bubblecar said:


Time for half a pot of coffee.

Wonder where Woodie is. I hope he hasn’t gone off in a huff because we protested against his Français.

The AFL has gone to an interesting finish. Was 43 – 8 at half time, now 59 – 48 in the last quarter, with still about 15 minutes left to play. I am sure he is on the edge of his couch for this one.

Thinking about switching over myself for the last few minutes,

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Date: 11/07/2025 22:20:08
From: party_pants
ID: 2300035
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

party_pants said:


Bubblecar said:

Time for half a pot of coffee.

Wonder where Woodie is. I hope he hasn’t gone off in a huff because we protested against his Français.

The AFL has gone to an interesting finish. Was 43 – 8 at half time, now 59 – 48 in the last quarter, with still about 15 minutes left to play. I am sure he is on the edge of his couch for this one.

Thinking about switching over myself for the last few minutes,

Great finish to a game of footy. Love to see the Gold Coast win. But I missed out on the tip. Nevermind.

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Date: 11/07/2025 22:20:22
From: Michael V
ID: 2300036
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

party_pants said:


Bubblecar said:

Time for half a pot of coffee.

Wonder where Woodie is. I hope he hasn’t gone off in a huff because we protested against his Français.

The AFL has gone to an interesting finish. Was 43 – 8 at half time, now 59 – 48 in the last quarter, with still about 15 minutes left to play. I am sure he is on the edge of his couch for this one.

Thinking about switching over myself for the last few minutes,

Which teams?

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Date: 11/07/2025 22:23:08
From: party_pants
ID: 2300037
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Michael V said:


party_pants said:

Bubblecar said:

Time for half a pot of coffee.

Wonder where Woodie is. I hope he hasn’t gone off in a huff because we protested against his Français.

The AFL has gone to an interesting finish. Was 43 – 8 at half time, now 59 – 48 in the last quarter, with still about 15 minutes left to play. I am sure he is on the edge of his couch for this one.

Thinking about switching over myself for the last few minutes,

Which teams?

Gold Coast and Collingwood. 69 – 63 when the final siren went. Very entertaining last 10 minutes.

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Date: 11/07/2025 22:23:53
From: party_pants
ID: 2300038
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

party_pants said:


Michael V said:

party_pants said:

The AFL has gone to an interesting finish. Was 43 – 8 at half time, now 59 – 48 in the last quarter, with still about 15 minutes left to play. I am sure he is on the edge of his couch for this one.

Thinking about switching over myself for the last few minutes,

Which teams?

Gold Coast and Collingwood. 69 – 63 when the final siren went. Very entertaining last 10 minutes.

Spoilers – sorry

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Date: 11/07/2025 22:31:52
From: Michael V
ID: 2300040
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

party_pants said:


Michael V said:

party_pants said:

The AFL has gone to an interesting finish. Was 43 – 8 at half time, now 59 – 48 in the last quarter, with still about 15 minutes left to play. I am sure he is on the edge of his couch for this one.

Thinking about switching over myself for the last few minutes,

Which teams?

Gold Coast and Collingwood. 69 – 63 when the final siren went. Very entertaining last 10 minutes.

Ta.

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Date: 12/07/2025 01:21:54
From: kii
ID: 2300082
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Bubblecar said:


Michael V said:

Bubblecar said:

Actually that’ll give me something to focus on while we wait.

And after all that’s out of the way, I’m free to go myself if there’s too much sorrow.

It’s been a rotten year.

No, don’t. Please.

I won’t want to be causing more sorrow for others, so it’s really only a last ditch option.


MV’s son killed himself and he finds talk of suicide particularly distressing.

You keep threatening to kill yourself, recently after Ros’s death and at other times, and it comes across as attention-seeking. Flippant remarks that make the content of your comments even more awful. You’re toying with people’s sympathy.

Get help with your mental health issues, and stop using the forum for your sick and twisted games.

My sister killed herself and that pain lives with me always, and to read that you want to subject your family, and some people here, to that makes me sick.

And now your responses to Woodie…sheesh.

Fuck you.

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Date: 12/07/2025 04:11:09
From: Ian
ID: 2300089
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Wimbledon..

Sinner knocks off a limping Djokovic in straight sets. He meets Alcaraz in the final.

So it’s goodnight, probably for the last time, to the brilliant but sometimes perverse Djoker.

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Date: 12/07/2025 06:48:47
From: Divine Angel
ID: 2300090
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Sunny, light winds, top of 21.

Woke up in a panic, thinking it was Monday and I’d slept in for the first day of school.

We’re going to the local gem club open day, and this afternoon a new gelato store is holding their Grand Opening by offering a free scoop of gelato to all customers between 1-2pm.

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Date: 12/07/2025 06:57:32
From: buffy
ID: 2300091
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Good morning Holidayers. Presently 2 degrees at the back door. It feels bitey, so I suspect it’s going to drop a bit more before sunrise. We are forecast 14 degrees and partly cloudy.

I’ve got two visits to the bakery today. Breakfast with my bushwandering friend at 8.00am followed by a walk in the Botanic Gardens if it’s not too cold. And then a meeting at 11.00am, again at the bakery. I might get some rose pruning and weeding done this afternoon. Rain is forecast again from tomorrow for a few days, so I should do something outside while I can. We’ve not had to work around rain for a long time (a couple of years).

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Date: 12/07/2025 07:05:14
From: Divine Angel
ID: 2300092
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Yesterday afternoon was a lovely day for a walk, so Mini Me and I decided to mix up the routine and walk around a cemetery. It’s a relatively new cemetery; the oldest graves are from the mid 90s. I was surprised at how uneven the ground is around that section.

We weren’t the only visitors.

A new grave, someone’s left a gift for the departed. Possibly a repaid loan, or beer money for the afterlife.

Some parting words from the great beyond.

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Date: 12/07/2025 07:28:29
From: buffy
ID: 2300093
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Divine Angel said:


Yesterday afternoon was a lovely day for a walk, so Mini Me and I decided to mix up the routine and walk around a cemetery. It’s a relatively new cemetery; the oldest graves are from the mid 90s. I was surprised at how uneven the ground is around that section.

We weren’t the only visitors.

A new grave, someone’s left a gift for the departed. Possibly a repaid loan, or beer money for the afterlife.

Some parting words from the great beyond.

We will get back to the old cemeteries once the spring flowers start coming out. J has decided that we are not going to visit Hildebrand at the upright cemetery for his birthday, we will go to a cafe in Port Fairy that looks over the sea. He liked to go there apparently.

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Date: 12/07/2025 09:22:05
From: Peak Warming Man
ID: 2300097
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Divine Angel said:


Yesterday afternoon was a lovely day for a walk, so Mini Me and I decided to mix up the routine and walk around a cemetery. It’s a relatively new cemetery; the oldest graves are from the mid 90s. I was surprised at how uneven the ground is around that section.

We weren’t the only visitors.

A new grave, someone’s left a gift for the departed. Possibly a repaid loan, or beer money for the afterlife.

Some parting words from the great beyond.

Curmudgeon old bugger.

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Date: 12/07/2025 09:23:11
From: Peak Warming Man
ID: 2300098
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Weather fine, track good.

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Date: 12/07/2025 09:41:55
From: Peak Warming Man
ID: 2300100
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

A preliminary report into the Air India crash that killed 260 people last month showed the plane engines’ fuel cut-off switches shifting from run to cutoff within seconds of each other.
The Boeing 787 Dreamliner immediately began to lose thrust and descend, according to the report released on Saturday by Indian aviation accident investigators.

One pilot can be heard on the cockpit voice recorder asking the other why he cut off the fuel. “The other pilot responded that he did not do so,” the report said.
It did not identify which remarks were made by the flight’s captain and which by the first officer, nor which pilot transmitted “Mayday, mayday, mayday” just before the crash.

At the crash site, both fuel switches were found in the run position and the report said there had been indications of both engines relighting before the low-altitude crash.
Both pilots were experienced jet pilots with about 19,000 total flying hours between them, including more than 9000 on the 787.
The report goes on to explain how one of the engines was able to restart after transitioning to cut-off, but could not reverse the plane’s deceleration.
It does not draw any conclusions as the investigation is continuing, but it is clear that attention is now being focused on the actions of the pilots.

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Date: 12/07/2025 09:42:19
From: Michael V
ID: 2300101
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Peak Warming Man said:


Weather fine, track good.

I have a tip. Actually, two tips. New tips. In my bag.

For my walking stick. They’re white chair leg tips, not a walking stick tips. Walking stick tips are expensive. Chair leg tips are cheap. My walking stick tip is about to fail.

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Date: 12/07/2025 09:50:37
From: Michael V
ID: 2300103
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Peak Warming Man said:


A preliminary report into the Air India crash that killed 260 people last month showed the plane engines’ fuel cut-off switches shifting from run to cutoff within seconds of each other.
The Boeing 787 Dreamliner immediately began to lose thrust and descend, according to the report released on Saturday by Indian aviation accident investigators.

One pilot can be heard on the cockpit voice recorder asking the other why he cut off the fuel. “The other pilot responded that he did not do so,” the report said.
It did not identify which remarks were made by the flight’s captain and which by the first officer, nor which pilot transmitted “Mayday, mayday, mayday” just before the crash.

At the crash site, both fuel switches were found in the run position and the report said there had been indications of both engines relighting before the low-altitude crash.
Both pilots were experienced jet pilots with about 19,000 total flying hours between them, including more than 9000 on the 787.
The report goes on to explain how one of the engines was able to restart after transitioning to cut-off, but could not reverse the plane’s deceleration.
It does not draw any conclusions as the investigation is continuing, but it is clear that attention is now being focused on the actions of the pilots.

The thick plottens.

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Date: 12/07/2025 09:51:25
From: Peak Warming Man
ID: 2300104
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Michael V said:


Peak Warming Man said:

Weather fine, track good.

I have a tip. Actually, two tips. New tips. In my bag.

For my walking stick. They’re white chair leg tips, not a walking stick tips. Walking stick tips are expensive. Chair leg tips are cheap. My walking stick tip is about to fail.

Good tip there, I’ll try and remember that when the time comes.

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Date: 12/07/2025 09:56:21
From: Michael V
ID: 2300107
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Peak Warming Man said:


Michael V said:

Peak Warming Man said:

Weather fine, track good.

I have a tip. Actually, two tips. New tips. In my bag.

For my walking stick. They’re white chair leg tips, not a walking stick tips. Walking stick tips are expensive. Chair leg tips are cheap. My walking stick tip is about to fail.

Good tip there, I’ll try and remember that when the time comes.

The chair leg tips have different profiles to walking stick tips, so may not work as expected. I’ll report back when I have tried them out.

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Date: 12/07/2025 09:56:42
From: Tamb
ID: 2300108
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Peak Warming Man said:


Michael V said:

Peak Warming Man said:

Weather fine, track good.

I have a tip. Actually, two tips. New tips. In my bag.

For my walking stick. They’re white chair leg tips, not a walking stick tips. Walking stick tips are expensive. Chair leg tips are cheap. My walking stick tip is about to fail.

Good tip there, I’ll try and remember that when the time comes.


Morning all.
My walking sticks also have chair leg tips but mine are black.

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Date: 12/07/2025 10:00:14
From: Michael V
ID: 2300110
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Tamb said:


Peak Warming Man said:

Michael V said:

I have a tip. Actually, two tips. New tips. In my bag.

For my walking stick. They’re white chair leg tips, not a walking stick tips. Walking stick tips are expensive. Chair leg tips are cheap. My walking stick tip is about to fail.

Good tip there, I’ll try and remember that when the time comes.


Morning all.
My walking sticks also have chair leg tips but mine are black.

Black rubber leaves difficult-to-remove marks on polished floors. White rubber doesn’t.

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Date: 12/07/2025 10:02:41
From: Tamb
ID: 2300113
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Michael V said:


Tamb said:

Peak Warming Man said:

Good tip there, I’ll try and remember that when the time comes.


Morning all.
My walking sticks also have chair leg tips but mine are black.

Black rubber leaves difficult-to-remove marks on polished floors. White rubber doesn’t.


Ah, yes. The old squash player’s problem.

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Date: 12/07/2025 11:15:28
From: Bubblecar
ID: 2300125
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Assembling my Enigma spray mop, let’s go. Then I’ll attack the mould on the laundry ceiling.

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Date: 12/07/2025 11:33:10
From: Bogsnorkler
ID: 2300126
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

some people say that the english language is confusing. I say, yes it’s.

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Date: 12/07/2025 12:18:07
From: Bubblecar
ID: 2300135
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Bubblecar said:


Assembling my Enigma spray mop, let’s go. Then I’ll attack the mould on the laundry ceiling.

Mould report: successfully cleared. Easier than I thought it would be.

But now my hands stink of bleach.

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Date: 12/07/2025 12:41:59
From: Peak Warming Man
ID: 2300146
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Friday 11 July 1662
Up by four o’clock, and hard at my multiplicacion-table, which I am now almost master of, and so made me ready and to my office, where by and by comes Mr. Pett, and then a messenger from Mr. Coventry, who stays in his boat at the Tower for us. So we to him, and down to Deptford first, and there viewed some deals lately served in at a low price, which our officers, like knaves, would untruly value in their worth, but we found them good. Then to Woolwich, and viewed well all the houses and stores there, which lie in very great confusion for want of storehouses, and then to Mr. Ackworth’s and Sheldon’s to view their books, which we found not to answer the King’s service and security at all as to the stores. Then to the Ropeyard, and there viewed the hemp, wherein we found great corruption, and then saw a trial between Sir R. Ford’s yarn and our own, and found great odds. So by water back again. About five in the afternoon to Whitehall, and so to St. James’s; and at Mr. Coventry’s chamber, which is very neat and fine, we had a pretty neat dinner, and after dinner fell to discourse of business and regulation, and do think of many things that will put matters into better order, and upon the whole my heart rejoices to see Mr. Coventry so ingenious, and able, and studious to do good, and with much frankness and respect to Mr. Pett and myself particularly. About 9 o’clock we broke up after much discourse and many things agreed on in order to our business of regulation, and so by water (landing Mr. Pett at the Temple) I went home and to bed.

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Date: 12/07/2025 12:56:46
From: Michael V
ID: 2300149
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Peak Warming Man said:


Friday 11 July 1662
Up by four o’clock, and hard at my multiplicacion-table, which I am now almost master of, and so made me ready and to my office, where by and by comes Mr. Pett, and then a messenger from Mr. Coventry, who stays in his boat at the Tower for us. So we to him, and down to Deptford first, and there viewed some deals lately served in at a low price, which our officers, like knaves, would untruly value in their worth, but we found them good. Then to Woolwich, and viewed well all the houses and stores there, which lie in very great confusion for want of storehouses, and then to Mr. Ackworth’s and Sheldon’s to view their books, which we found not to answer the King’s service and security at all as to the stores. Then to the Ropeyard, and there viewed the hemp, wherein we found great corruption, and then saw a trial between Sir R. Ford’s yarn and our own, and found great odds. So by water back again. About five in the afternoon to Whitehall, and so to St. James’s; and at Mr. Coventry’s chamber, which is very neat and fine, we had a pretty neat dinner, and after dinner fell to discourse of business and regulation, and do think of many things that will put matters into better order, and upon the whole my heart rejoices to see Mr. Coventry so ingenious, and able, and studious to do good, and with much frankness and respect to Mr. Pett and myself particularly. About 9 o’clock we broke up after much discourse and many things agreed on in order to our business of regulation, and so by water (landing Mr. Pett at the Temple) I went home and to bed.

Another day of the chaps, hey.

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Date: 12/07/2025 13:30:49
From: Peak Warming Man
ID: 2300159
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

That German tourist has been found alive and well.
https://www.abc.net.au/news/2025-07-12/carolina-wilgas-remarkable-survival-in-hostile-outback/105523920

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Date: 12/07/2025 13:33:44
From: Michael V
ID: 2300160
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Peak Warming Man said:


That German tourist has been found alive and well.
https://www.abc.net.au/news/2025-07-12/carolina-wilgas-remarkable-survival-in-hostile-outback/105523920

Yes. Amazing. I was not expecting that outcome. (Probably good it was not the height of summer.)

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Date: 12/07/2025 13:36:48
From: party_pants
ID: 2300163
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Peak Warming Man said:


That German tourist has been found alive and well.
https://www.abc.net.au/news/2025-07-12/carolina-wilgas-remarkable-survival-in-hostile-outback/105523920

Well, that is a bit of good news.

it’s some pretty rough country out there. My sister & BiL have been out there several times for the birding. not a place you want to get off the track much.

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Date: 12/07/2025 14:02:42
From: AussieDJ
ID: 2300169
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

sarahs mum would have posted these …

There’s a new Olive and Mabel video out:

Olive and Mabel – Life Lessons

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XMasQuHzjJk

Link

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Date: 12/07/2025 14:14:33
From: Peak Warming Man
ID: 2300171
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Michael V said:


Peak Warming Man said:

That German tourist has been found alive and well.
https://www.abc.net.au/news/2025-07-12/carolina-wilgas-remarkable-survival-in-hostile-outback/105523920

Yes. Amazing. I was not expecting that outcome. (Probably good it was not the height of summer.)

Neither was I.

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Date: 12/07/2025 14:35:20
From: Divine Angel
ID: 2300175
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Went to the gem club open day, which had all sorts of lovely things. A lady was selling very cheap jewellery; the guy who made them is unfortunately quite ill and unable to continue. So the pieces were half the ticketed price, which was already cheap, and Mini Me scored two gorgeous rings for $20. The lady just wanted everything sold so she was open on price. I got a matching rose quartz bracelet and anklet with amethyst accents.

Then we went to Westfield where the gelato store had its grand opening with a free scoop. We were near the beginning of the line but at its peak the line stretched about 200m, according to one of security guards. (There were six security guards altogether.)

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Date: 12/07/2025 14:42:34
From: Peak Warming Man
ID: 2300176
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Divine Angel said:


Went to the gem club open day, which had all sorts of lovely things. A lady was selling very cheap jewellery; the guy who made them is unfortunately quite ill and unable to continue. So the pieces were half the ticketed price, which was already cheap, and Mini Me scored two gorgeous rings for $20. The lady just wanted everything sold so she was open on price. I got a matching rose quartz bracelet and anklet with amethyst accents.

Then we went to Westfield where the gelato store had its grand opening with a free scoop. We were near the beginning of the line but at its peak the line stretched about 200m, according to one of security guards. (There were six security guards altogether.)

The Gelato Gestapo

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Date: 12/07/2025 14:58:39
From: Kingy
ID: 2300178
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Just getting ready for our fire brigade AGM this arvo. It’s been 6 weeks to organise and get things ready. Only one minor hiccup so far with one of the awards getting presented to the wrong person but it’s too late to change it now. There was a list of 7 vollies nominated for the award, and the guy taking notes wrote down the wrong name in the minutes, and I didn’t read the minutes before approving them :/ It’ll be ok though.

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Date: 12/07/2025 15:05:16
From: Divine Angel
ID: 2300180
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Kingy said:


Just getting ready for our fire brigade AGM this arvo. It’s been 6 weeks to organise and get things ready. Only one minor hiccup so far with one of the awards getting presented to the wrong person but it’s too late to change it now. There was a list of 7 vollies nominated for the award, and the guy taking notes wrote down the wrong name in the minutes, and I didn’t read the minutes before approving them :/ It’ll be ok though.

LOL whoops. Oh well, it’s the thought counts, right?

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Date: 12/07/2025 15:08:51
From: Bubblecar
ID: 2300182
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Divine Angel said:


Went to the gem club open day, which had all sorts of lovely things. A lady was selling very cheap jewellery; the guy who made them is unfortunately quite ill and unable to continue. So the pieces were half the ticketed price, which was already cheap, and Mini Me scored two gorgeous rings for $20. The lady just wanted everything sold so she was open on price. I got a matching rose quartz bracelet and anklet with amethyst accents.

Then we went to Westfield where the gelato store had its grand opening with a free scoop. We were near the beginning of the line but at its peak the line stretched about 200m, according to one of security guards. (There were six security guards altogether.)

A rewarding outing.

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Date: 12/07/2025 15:11:25
From: Bubblecar
ID: 2300183
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Mainland sister was able to see and chat with her best friend today. She asked the Pontville sister (who will arrive there tomorrow) to bring the will kit from her house, which she hasn’t sorted yet. Her sons will also arrive this weekend.

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Date: 12/07/2025 15:12:18
From: Kingy
ID: 2300184
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Bubblecar said:


Mainland sister was able to see and chat with her best friend today. She asked the Pontville sister (who will arrive there tomorrow) to bring the will kit from her house, which she hasn’t sorted yet. Her sons will also arrive this weekend.

Sounds ominous.

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Date: 12/07/2025 15:34:22
From: Bubblecar
ID: 2300189
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Kingy said:


Bubblecar said:

Mainland sister was able to see and chat with her best friend today. She asked the Pontville sister (who will arrive there tomorrow) to bring the will kit from her house, which she hasn’t sorted yet. Her sons will also arrive this weekend.

Sounds ominous.

She’s in palliative mode. Not expected to rally.

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Date: 12/07/2025 16:23:14
From: Divine Angel
ID: 2300198
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

“ Olivia Newton-John’s widower has found love three years after her death.
Daily Telegraph reports John Easterling, who married the late Australian singer in 2008, has moved on with US businesswoman Sarah Owen.”

Recently I read an interview with Patrick Swayze’s widow, Lisa Niemi, who has remarried. (He died in 2009.) She said when news of her new marriage broke, random strangers contacted her, saying she was dishonouring Patrick, she’s a slut, she’s an awful person etc.

For some reason, there are people who just don’t want others to be happy, and feel the need to vocalise it to the person in question, whom they don’t even know.

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Date: 12/07/2025 17:10:56
From: Michael V
ID: 2300204
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Divine Angel said:


Went to the gem club open day, which had all sorts of lovely things. A lady was selling very cheap jewellery; the guy who made them is unfortunately quite ill and unable to continue. So the pieces were half the ticketed price, which was already cheap, and Mini Me scored two gorgeous rings for $20. The lady just wanted everything sold so she was open on price. I got a matching rose quartz bracelet and anklet with amethyst accents.

Then we went to Westfield where the gelato store had its grand opening with a free scoop. We were near the beginning of the line but at its peak the line stretched about 200m, according to one of security guards. (There were six security guards altogether.)

Nice.

Any photos of the jewellery?

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Date: 12/07/2025 17:20:39
From: Michael V
ID: 2300205
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Divine Angel said:


“ Olivia Newton-John’s widower has found love three years after her death.
Daily Telegraph reports John Easterling, who married the late Australian singer in 2008, has moved on with US businesswoman Sarah Owen.”

Recently I read an interview with Patrick Swayze’s widow, Lisa Niemi, who has remarried. (He died in 2009.) She said when news of her new marriage broke, random strangers contacted her, saying she was dishonouring Patrick, she’s a slut, she’s an awful person etc.

For some reason, there are people who just don’t want others to be happy, and feel the need to vocalise it to the person in question, whom they don’t even know.

Mrs V and I have had this discussion. After the other dies, we hope and expect the surviving person to look for another lover, and wish that they find that new lover quickly. Everybody else and their thoughts can GAGF.

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Date: 12/07/2025 17:30:44
From: Divine Angel
ID: 2300209
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Michael V said:


Divine Angel said:

Went to the gem club open day, which had all sorts of lovely things. A lady was selling very cheap jewellery; the guy who made them is unfortunately quite ill and unable to continue. So the pieces were half the ticketed price, which was already cheap, and Mini Me scored two gorgeous rings for $20. The lady just wanted everything sold so she was open on price. I got a matching rose quartz bracelet and anklet with amethyst accents.

Then we went to Westfield where the gelato store had its grand opening with a free scoop. We were near the beginning of the line but at its peak the line stretched about 200m, according to one of security guards. (There were six security guards altogether.)

Nice.

Any photos of the jewellery?

Terrible pic of the rings.

The other bracelet is a beaded one Mini Me made me.

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Date: 12/07/2025 17:33:57
From: Bubblecar
ID: 2300211
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Mainland sister has resumed sending chirpy texts.

She’s says she’s “not letting the fat lady in yet, but when she’s here she’ll have a fucking big fight on her hands” :)

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Date: 12/07/2025 17:34:46
From: Bubblecar
ID: 2300212
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Divine Angel said:


Michael V said:

Divine Angel said:

Went to the gem club open day, which had all sorts of lovely things. A lady was selling very cheap jewellery; the guy who made them is unfortunately quite ill and unable to continue. So the pieces were half the ticketed price, which was already cheap, and Mini Me scored two gorgeous rings for $20. The lady just wanted everything sold so she was open on price. I got a matching rose quartz bracelet and anklet with amethyst accents.

Then we went to Westfield where the gelato store had its grand opening with a free scoop. We were near the beginning of the line but at its peak the line stretched about 200m, according to one of security guards. (There were six security guards altogether.)

Nice.

Any photos of the jewellery?

Terrible pic of the rings.

The other bracelet is a beaded one Mini Me made me.

:)

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Date: 12/07/2025 17:34:49
From: Michael V
ID: 2300213
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Divine Angel said:


Michael V said:

Divine Angel said:

Went to the gem club open day, which had all sorts of lovely things. A lady was selling very cheap jewellery; the guy who made them is unfortunately quite ill and unable to continue. So the pieces were half the ticketed price, which was already cheap, and Mini Me scored two gorgeous rings for $20. The lady just wanted everything sold so she was open on price. I got a matching rose quartz bracelet and anklet with amethyst accents.

Then we went to Westfield where the gelato store had its grand opening with a free scoop. We were near the beginning of the line but at its peak the line stretched about 200m, according to one of security guards. (There were six security guards altogether.)

Nice.

Any photos of the jewellery?

Terrible pic of the rings.

The other bracelet is a beaded one Mini Me made me.

:)

Nice.

:)

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Date: 12/07/2025 17:38:25
From: Divine Angel
ID: 2300214
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Bubblecar said:


Mainland sister has resumed sending chirpy texts.

She’s says she’s “not letting the fat lady in yet, but when she’s here she’ll have a fucking big fight on her hands” :)

Ha

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Date: 12/07/2025 17:45:42
From: Michael V
ID: 2300215
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Bubblecar said:


Mainland sister has resumed sending chirpy texts.

She’s says she’s “not letting the fat lady in yet, but when she’s here she’ll have a fucking big fight on her hands” :)

Who is the fat lady?

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Date: 12/07/2025 17:46:31
From: Bubblecar
ID: 2300216
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Michael V said:


Bubblecar said:

Mainland sister has resumed sending chirpy texts.

She’s says she’s “not letting the fat lady in yet, but when she’s here she’ll have a fucking big fight on her hands” :)

Who is the fat lady?

The one who sings when it’s over.

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Date: 12/07/2025 17:47:20
From: Bubblecar
ID: 2300217
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Nostalgic 10 minute excerpt from Blue Peter.

1968 – How to Travel by PLANE in the 60s | Blue Peter | Retro Transport | BBC Archive

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_RGI8xLOmp0

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Date: 12/07/2025 17:49:11
From: Michael V
ID: 2300218
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Bubblecar said:


Michael V said:

Bubblecar said:

Mainland sister has resumed sending chirpy texts.

She’s says she’s “not letting the fat lady in yet, but when she’s here she’ll have a fucking big fight on her hands” :)

Who is the fat lady?

The one who sings when it’s over.

Ah, a soprano.

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Date: 12/07/2025 17:52:13
From: Divine Angel
ID: 2300220
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Michael V said:


Divine Angel said:

“ Olivia Newton-John’s widower has found love three years after her death.
Daily Telegraph reports John Easterling, who married the late Australian singer in 2008, has moved on with US businesswoman Sarah Owen.”

Recently I read an interview with Patrick Swayze’s widow, Lisa Niemi, who has remarried. (He died in 2009.) She said when news of her new marriage broke, random strangers contacted her, saying she was dishonouring Patrick, she’s a slut, she’s an awful person etc.

For some reason, there are people who just don’t want others to be happy, and feel the need to vocalise it to the person in question, whom they don’t even know.

Mrs V and I have had this discussion. After the other dies, we hope and expect the surviving person to look for another lover, and wish that they find that new lover quickly. Everybody else and their thoughts can GAGF.

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Date: 12/07/2025 17:53:09
From: Divine Angel
ID: 2300221
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Michael V said:


Bubblecar said:

Michael V said:

Who is the fat lady?

The one who sings when it’s over.

Ah, a soprano.

Traditionally in opera, the “fat lady” sings at the end, so the saying is, ‘it’s not over til the fat lady sings”.

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Date: 12/07/2025 18:16:31
From: Divine Angel
ID: 2300228
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Amazing magic eye picture

https://www.reddit.com/r/woahdude/s/vAdNiL1zgA

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Date: 12/07/2025 19:10:31
From: buffy
ID: 2300232
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Divine Angel said:


Amazing magic eye picture

https://www.reddit.com/r/woahdude/s/vAdNiL1zgA

I had some trouble finding the right viewing distance. And I’m waaay out of practice.

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Date: 12/07/2025 19:17:08
From: party_pants
ID: 2300233
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

buffy said:


Divine Angel said:

Amazing magic eye picture

https://www.reddit.com/r/woahdude/s/vAdNiL1zgA

I had some trouble finding the right viewing distance. And I’m waaay out of practice.

I can’t do them any more.

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Date: 12/07/2025 19:23:10
From: Divine Angel
ID: 2300234
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Well you’re just gonna have to trust me that it’s amazing.

My sister also had trouble with this one, but I see it easily.

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Date: 12/07/2025 19:23:52
From: party_pants
ID: 2300235
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

my tipping is looking a bit bleak. Still only 1-fa out of 4 matches so far.

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Date: 12/07/2025 19:24:59
From: buffy
ID: 2300236
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Divine Angel said:


Well you’re just gonna have to trust me that it’s amazing.

My sister also had trouble with this one, but I see it easily.

I can get the 3D (after sorting out the viewing distance), but it’s just like horzontal strips at different distances. And I can scan around in the picture, but it’s still just strips.

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Date: 12/07/2025 19:25:05
From: transition
ID: 2300237
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

i’ll unload the wood out of the ute, you stay seated

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Date: 12/07/2025 19:27:19
From: The Rev Dodgson
ID: 2300238
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Divine Angel said:


Amazing magic eye picture

https://www.reddit.com/r/woahdude/s/vAdNiL1zgA

deep, man.

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Date: 12/07/2025 19:35:21
From: party_pants
ID: 2300239
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

transition said:


i’ll unload the wood out of the ute, you stay seated

Sounds good. That suits me.

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Date: 12/07/2025 20:17:18
From: dv
ID: 2300241
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

buffy said:


Divine Angel said:

Amazing magic eye picture

https://www.reddit.com/r/woahdude/s/vAdNiL1zgA

I had some trouble finding the right viewing distance. And I’m waaay out of practice.

Did you view in on phone or a big screen? I don’t think I’m getting it all but I can see some kind of boat and I think a crocodile? The top half is hard for me to resolve.

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Date: 12/07/2025 20:26:18
From: transition
ID: 2300242
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

party_pants said:


transition said:

i’ll unload the wood out of the ute, you stay seated

Sounds good. That suits me.

and done

very solid wood, I tells ya

and the grind I use on my chainsaw is probably nearest what’s called a rip chain, what I was reading today, happened upon it

so yeah generally I convert on the first sharpen of the chain

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Date: 12/07/2025 20:27:15
From: captain_spalding
ID: 2300243
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Hey, does this sound like ‘stress’ to you?

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Date: 12/07/2025 20:33:13
From: captain_spalding
ID: 2300246
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Anyone seen roughbarked?

Did i perhaps miss a resignation from the Forum?

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Date: 12/07/2025 20:34:18
From: Spiny Norman
ID: 2300247
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Fark.
Nearly finished arguing with a nutter on Twitter, who is absolutely convinced that there’s plenty of crude oil & coal on the Moon and Mars.
I don’t keep arguing with them much these days, just a few posts then block ‘em. Life’s too short for that degree of stupid.

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Date: 12/07/2025 20:47:31
From: dv
ID: 2300248
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Spiny Norman said:


Fark.
Nearly finished arguing with a nutter on Twitter, who is absolutely convinced that there’s plenty of crude oil & coal on the Moon and Mars.
I don’t keep arguing with them much these days, just a few posts then block ‘em. Life’s too short for that degree of stupid.

Let me guess, he’s the US Resource Secretary

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Date: 12/07/2025 20:48:12
From: Divine Angel
ID: 2300249
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

captain_spalding said:


Hey, does this sound like ‘stress’ to you?

  • Occasional pain across the left shoulder/upper back/ neck.
  • Occasional pain across the upper chest
  • A feeling like someone much bigger than you has been squeezing your rib cage
  • A vague pain behind the right ear, especially when trying to go to sleep.

No

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Date: 12/07/2025 20:50:49
From: party_pants
ID: 2300250
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

captain_spalding said:


Hey, does this sound like ‘stress’ to you?

  • Occasional pain across the left shoulder/upper back/ neck.
  • Occasional pain across the upper chest
  • A feeling like someone much bigger than you has been squeezing your rib cage
  • A vague pain behind the right ear, especially when trying to go to sleep.

Sounds serious. Like it could be a heart condition.

Or it could be nothing. I’m not a doctor amd I don’t want to cause any unnecessary alarm. But if alarm is warranted ….

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Date: 12/07/2025 20:51:02
From: Divine Angel
ID: 2300251
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

dv said:


buffy said:

Divine Angel said:

Amazing magic eye picture

https://www.reddit.com/r/woahdude/s/vAdNiL1zgA

I had some trouble finding the right viewing distance. And I’m waaay out of practice.

Did you view in on phone or a big screen? I don’t think I’m getting it all but I can see some kind of boat and I think a crocodile? The top half is hard for me to resolve.

A boat, crocodile, turtles, frogs, fish, birds, butterflies

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Date: 12/07/2025 20:55:51
From: Spiny Norman
ID: 2300252
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Divine Angel said:


dv said:

buffy said:

I had some trouble finding the right viewing distance. And I’m waaay out of practice.

Did you view in on phone or a big screen? I don’t think I’m getting it all but I can see some kind of boat and I think a crocodile? The top half is hard for me to resolve.

A boat, crocodile, turtles, frogs, fish, birds, butterflies

Just a bunch of squiggles for me. I’ve never been able to make those work.

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Date: 12/07/2025 20:58:41
From: party_pants
ID: 2300253
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Spiny Norman said:


Divine Angel said:

dv said:

Did you view in on phone or a big screen? I don’t think I’m getting it all but I can see some kind of boat and I think a crocodile? The top half is hard for me to resolve.

A boat, crocodile, turtles, frogs, fish, birds, butterflies

Just a bunch of squiggles for me. I’ve never been able to make those work.

when I used to be able to do them, my trick was to look “through” the image and focus on a distance about 30 cm behind the image. Then they would leap out.

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Date: 12/07/2025 20:59:45
From: Spiny Norman
ID: 2300254
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

party_pants said:


Spiny Norman said:

Divine Angel said:

A boat, crocodile, turtles, frogs, fish, birds, butterflies

Just a bunch of squiggles for me. I’ve never been able to make those work.

when I used to be able to do them, my trick was to look “through” the image and focus on a distance about 30 cm behind the image. Then they would leap out.

Yeah I’ve tried all that. Nothing works.

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Date: 12/07/2025 21:02:02
From: party_pants
ID: 2300255
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Spiny Norman said:


party_pants said:

Spiny Norman said:

Just a bunch of squiggles for me. I’ve never been able to make those work.

when I used to be able to do them, my trick was to look “through” the image and focus on a distance about 30 cm behind the image. Then they would leap out.

Yeah I’ve tried all that. Nothing works.

Oh well. you good eyesight. I used tp be able to do them, since my eye operation a few years ago it just doesn’t work anymore.

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Date: 12/07/2025 21:02:12
From: Divine Angel
ID: 2300256
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Spiny Norman said:


Divine Angel said:

dv said:

Did you view in on phone or a big screen? I don’t think I’m getting it all but I can see some kind of boat and I think a crocodile? The top half is hard for me to resolve.

A boat, crocodile, turtles, frogs, fish, birds, butterflies

Just a bunch of squiggles for me. I’ve never been able to make those work.

Funnily enough I couldn’t do them until I got glasses. I do party pants’ method, using the iPad.

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Date: 12/07/2025 21:02:47
From: party_pants
ID: 2300257
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

party_pants said:


Spiny Norman said:

party_pants said:

when I used to be able to do them, my trick was to look “through” the image and focus on a distance about 30 cm behind the image. Then they would leap out.

Yeah I’ve tried all that. Nothing works.

Oh well. you good eyesight. I used tp be able to do them, since my eye operation a few years ago it just doesn’t work anymore.

+need

as in “you need good eyesight…”

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Date: 12/07/2025 21:06:21
From: captain_spalding
ID: 2300258
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Divine Angel said:


captain_spalding said:

Hey, does this sound like ‘stress’ to you?

  • Occasional pain across the left shoulder/upper back/ neck.
  • Occasional pain across the upper chest
  • A feeling like someone much bigger than you has been squeezing your rib cage
  • A vague pain behind the right ear, especially when trying to go to sleep.

No

Good-oh.

I’ll look for more life-threatening causes, then.

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Date: 12/07/2025 21:09:10
From: Kingy
ID: 2300259
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Back from the AGM. All went well, apart from the aforementioned minor glitch, which worked out ok anyway. I nominated the other FCO for Life Membership. All positions filled, then we drank beer and ate beef & gravy rolls.

Also I finally got my DFES radio which has to be fitted to my vehicle.

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Date: 12/07/2025 21:17:43
From: Divine Angel
ID: 2300261
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

captain_spalding said:


Divine Angel said:

captain_spalding said:

Hey, does this sound like ‘stress’ to you?

  • Occasional pain across the left shoulder/upper back/ neck.
  • Occasional pain across the upper chest
  • A feeling like someone much bigger than you has been squeezing your rib cage
  • A vague pain behind the right ear, especially when trying to go to sleep.

No

Good-oh.

I’ll look for more life-threatening causes, then.

Plug your symptoms into ChatGPT.

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Date: 12/07/2025 21:18:28
From: The Rev Dodgson
ID: 2300262
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Divine Angel said:


dv said:

buffy said:

I had some trouble finding the right viewing distance. And I’m waaay out of practice.

Did you view in on phone or a big screen? I don’t think I’m getting it all but I can see some kind of boat and I think a crocodile? The top half is hard for me to resolve.

A boat, crocodile, turtles, frogs, fish, birds, butterflies

Shark, or maybe dolphin?

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Date: 12/07/2025 21:26:41
From: Bubblecar
ID: 2300263
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

captain_spalding said:


Anyone seen roughbarked?

Did i perhaps miss a resignation from the Forum?

He’s not been in for a couple days but he mentioned he was going to be picking his son and family up from the airport, so he’s presumably busy with family matters.

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Date: 12/07/2025 21:31:37
From: Bubblecar
ID: 2300265
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Kingy said:


Back from the AGM. All went well, apart from the aforementioned minor glitch, which worked out ok anyway. I nominated the other FCO for Life Membership. All positions filled, then we drank beer and ate beef & gravy rolls.

Also I finally got my DFES radio which has to be fitted to my vehicle.

Good.

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Date: 12/07/2025 21:39:07
From: captain_spalding
ID: 2300269
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Divine Angel said:


captain_spalding said:

Divine Angel said:

No

Good-oh.

I’ll look for more life-threatening causes, then.

Plug your symptoms into ChatGPT.

Nah, i’ll just let things take their course, and see what happens.

A bit of mystery is always interesting.

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Date: 12/07/2025 21:41:27
From: captain_spalding
ID: 2300271
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Bubblecar said:


captain_spalding said:

Anyone seen roughbarked?

Did i perhaps miss a resignation from the Forum?

He’s not been in for a couple days but he mentioned he was going to be picking his son and family up from the airport, so he’s presumably busy with family matters.

Thanks, Mr. Car.

I was going to mention to him about how my restoration of a mantle clock is going.

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Date: 12/07/2025 21:43:39
From: roughbarked
ID: 2300272
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

captain_spalding said:


Bubblecar said:

captain_spalding said:

Anyone seen roughbarked?

Did i perhaps miss a resignation from the Forum?

He’s not been in for a couple days but he mentioned he was going to be picking his son and family up from the airport, so he’s presumably busy with family matters.

Thanks, Mr. Car.

I was going to mention to him about how my restoration of a mantle clock is going.

Well let me know. ;) I am still in the locality ever so vriefly.

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Date: 12/07/2025 21:44:10
From: Bubblecar
ID: 2300273
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

captain_spalding said:


Hey, does this sound like ‘stress’ to you?

  • Occasional pain across the left shoulder/upper back/ neck.
  • Occasional pain across the upper chest
  • A feeling like someone much bigger than you has been squeezing your rib cage
  • A vague pain behind the right ear, especially when trying to go to sleep.

Is that chest tightness associated with energetic exertion, or just at rest?

Either way, you should see a physician about it pronto.

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Date: 12/07/2025 21:44:12
From: roughbarked
ID: 2300274
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

roughbarked said:


captain_spalding said:

Bubblecar said:

He’s not been in for a couple days but he mentioned he was going to be picking his son and family up from the airport, so he’s presumably busy with family matters.

Thanks, Mr. Car.

I was going to mention to him about how my restoration of a mantle clock is going.

Well let me know. ;) I am still in the locality ever so vriefly.

briefly

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Date: 12/07/2025 21:48:53
From: roughbarked
ID: 2300275
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

roughbarked said:


roughbarked said:

captain_spalding said:

Thanks, Mr. Car.

I was going to mention to him about how my restoration of a mantle clock is going.

Well let me know. ;) I am still in the locality ever so vriefly.

briefly

I’ve actually been organising myself, for a change.
Which is one of those surpise hapenings when motivated by a eed to appear as if you are on top of things.

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Date: 12/07/2025 21:49:56
From: roughbarked
ID: 2300277
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

roughbarked said:


roughbarked said:

roughbarked said:

Well let me know. ;) I am still in the locality ever so vriefly.

briefly

I’ve actually been organising myself, for a change.
Which is one of those surpise hapenings when motivated by a eed to appear as if you are on top of things.

Cheese. Typos excepted?

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Date: 12/07/2025 21:50:09
From: Bubblecar
ID: 2300278
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

roughbarked said:


roughbarked said:

roughbarked said:

Well let me know. ;) I am still in the locality ever so vriefly.

briefly

I’ve actually been organising myself, for a change.
Which is one of those surpise hapenings when motivated by a eed to appear as if you are on top of things.

Well done.

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Date: 12/07/2025 21:51:45
From: Kingy
ID: 2300280
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

roughbarked said:


roughbarked said:

roughbarked said:

briefly

I’ve actually been organising myself, for a change.
Which is one of those surpise hapenings when motivated by a eed to appear as if you are on top of things.

Cheese. Typos excepted?

Fkn autocarrot. Is there anything it CAN do?

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Date: 12/07/2025 21:52:51
From: Kingy
ID: 2300281
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

My footy tips have gone to shit. It would have been a good week for the others to tip an outsider.

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Date: 12/07/2025 21:53:59
From: party_pants
ID: 2300282
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Kingy said:


My footy tips have gone to shit. It would have been a good week for the others to tip an outsider.

my tips are the same, so I’m not actually catching up on you.

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Date: 12/07/2025 21:58:58
From: Bogsnorkler
ID: 2300285
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

roughbarked said:


roughbarked said:

roughbarked said:

briefly

I’ve actually been organising myself, for a change.
Which is one of those surpise hapenings when motivated by a eed to appear as if you are on top of things.

Cheese. Typos excepted?

E&OE

Was quite common on statements and invoices back in the day.

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Date: 12/07/2025 22:03:42
From: Kingy
ID: 2300286
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Bogsnorkler said:


roughbarked said:

roughbarked said:

I’ve actually been organising myself, for a change.
Which is one of those surpise hapenings when motivated by a eed to appear as if you are on top of things.

Cheese. Typos excepted?

E&OE

Was quite common on statements and invoices back in the day.

Before the lawyers got involved.

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Date: 12/07/2025 22:07:56
From: Bogsnorkler
ID: 2300288
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Bogsnorkler said:


roughbarked said:

roughbarked said:

I’ve actually been organising myself, for a change.
Which is one of those surpise hapenings when motivated by a eed to appear as if you are on top of things.

Cheese. Typos excepted?

E&OE

Was quite common on statements and invoices back in the day.

AI Overview

What Is E & O.E On Invoice

“E&OE” stands for “Errors and Omissions Excepted”. It’s a legal disclaimer often used in business documents like invoices or contracts to indicate that the document may contain unintentional errors or omissions, and the issuer is not liable for any resulting losses.

Essentially, it’s a way for businesses to protect themselves from minor mistakes in their documentation.
Here’s a more detailed breakdown:

Purpose:
To reduce the legal liability of the issuer for errors or omissions in the document.

Scope:
It applies to unintentional errors or omissions, not deliberate misstatements.

Common Usage:
It’s frequently seen on invoices, price lists, and other business documents.

Origin:
It’s a common practice, particularly in the UK and other Commonwealth countries, but also widely used elsewhere.

Legal Significance:
While it provides some protection, it’s not a complete shield against liability. The issuer still has a responsibility to exercise reasonable care in preparing the document.

Example:
If an invoice lists the wrong price for a product due to a typographical error, the “E&OE” disclaimer might be used to indicate that the error is not binding and the correct price should be charged.

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Date: 12/07/2025 22:23:10
From: Kingy
ID: 2300289
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Ms Kingy has been voted back in as Secretary, Records Officer and Callout Coordinator.

Hence, our dining table will still be a multistory pile of paperwork.

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Date: 12/07/2025 22:26:18
From: Bubblecar
ID: 2300290
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Kingy said:


Ms Kingy has been voted back in as Secretary, Records Officer and Callout Coordinator.

Hence, our dining table will still be a multistory pile of paperwork.

You’ll have to build an annexe with a proper office.

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Date: 12/07/2025 22:27:50
From: party_pants
ID: 2300291
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Kingy said:


Ms Kingy has been voted back in as Secretary, Records Officer and Callout Coordinator.

Hence, our dining table will still be a multistory pile of paperwork.

you don’t want the brigade paperwork getting mixed up with the earthworks paperwork.

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Date: 12/07/2025 22:39:51
From: Kingy
ID: 2300295
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

If anyone is interested, our brigade has a “Bad Day” award, where people are nominated for something that’s gone unexpectedly badly on the fireground.

This years nominations were:

Vollie A: Cut a corner too hard while driving the truck and tore the mudflap off the back wheel.
Vollie B: Lost her brand new helmet torch while making her way through thick scrub at a difficult fire.
Vollie C: Gave himself a power facewash while working out which way the fire nozzle squirted. Twice.
Vollie D: Forgot to turn the portable floodlight off before putting it on charge and nearly set fire to the station.
Vollie E: Got back to the station after a fire and realised that there was a hose missing, only to remember that it was where he left it on the side of the road.
Vollie F: Used a grinder to cut a padlocked gate chain at a fire, only to find out later that it was a dummy lock and not locked at all.
Vollie G: Had someones phone charger fall off the dashboard and land under the clutch pedal. The truck was out of action and off the fireground due to a faulty clutch and returned to station until the cause was eventually located and rectified.

This year I deferred my responsibility for the Bad Day award to the exec committee. They chose Vollie F.

He is now the Brigade Locksmith. :)

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Date: 12/07/2025 22:46:13
From: Bubblecar
ID: 2300297
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Kingy said:


If anyone is interested, our brigade has a “Bad Day” award, where people are nominated for something that’s gone unexpectedly badly on the fireground.

This years nominations were:

Vollie A: Cut a corner too hard while driving the truck and tore the mudflap off the back wheel.
Vollie B: Lost her brand new helmet torch while making her way through thick scrub at a difficult fire.
Vollie C: Gave himself a power facewash while working out which way the fire nozzle squirted. Twice.
Vollie D: Forgot to turn the portable floodlight off before putting it on charge and nearly set fire to the station.
Vollie E: Got back to the station after a fire and realised that there was a hose missing, only to remember that it was where he left it on the side of the road.
Vollie F: Used a grinder to cut a padlocked gate chain at a fire, only to find out later that it was a dummy lock and not locked at all.
Vollie G: Had someones phone charger fall off the dashboard and land under the clutch pedal. The truck was out of action and off the fireground due to a faulty clutch and returned to station until the cause was eventually located and rectified.

This year I deferred my responsibility for the Bad Day award to the exec committee. They chose Vollie F.

He is now the Brigade Locksmith. :)

Heh :)

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Date: 12/07/2025 22:47:59
From: Kingy
ID: 2300299
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

party_pants said:


Kingy said:

Ms Kingy has been voted back in as Secretary, Records Officer and Callout Coordinator.

Hence, our dining table will still be a multistory pile of paperwork.

you don’t want the brigade paperwork getting mixed up with the earthworks paperwork.

There are several stacks of paperwork. There is no food on the dining table. There is barely enough room for a glass of booze.

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Date: 12/07/2025 23:19:12
From: captain_spalding
ID: 2300303
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

roughbarked said:


captain_spalding said:

Bubblecar said:

He’s not been in for a couple days but he mentioned he was going to be picking his son and family up from the airport, so he’s presumably busy with family matters.

Thanks, Mr. Car.

I was going to mention to him about how my restoration of a mantle clock is going.

Well let me know. ;) I am still in the locality ever so vriefly.

OK, I’ve taken the movement out of the case, unhooked the pendulum weight, and put those aside.

Took out the spiral-form chime bar, and put that aside. Removed the hands from their spindle.

I realised that the clock face was held in place in the case by several panel pins/tacks through its collar. Removed them, and carefully prised out he clock face.

Removed the metal collar that held the glass in place in the ‘front door’ of the clock, and took out the glass.

Discovered that the numeral were held in place on the clock face by tiny little screws, two per digit, each about a third the size of a grain of rice, from the reverse side of the face. Removed those, assisted by WD-40 and the tiniest screwdriver that i have.

All small parts, including hands, stored in a glass jar. The tiny little screws are sealed in folded over masking tape, each bit of tape marked with the digit that they came from.

Have cleaned the face as best i can, with a little soap and water, then a bit of toothpaste on a moistened cotton bud. There was some stains on parts of the face, which seemed to be from the shellac on the timber case, possibly migrated there as vapour, over the decades. It certainly responded well to a little metho on a cotton bud. There’s a spot of two that seem to be permanently discoloured a trifle, and one spot where someone seems to have rubbed too hard, with a little of the brass behind the chrome-type coating showing through. C’est la vie.

The chime bar cleaned up very well after soaking in strong vinegar for a day, then cleaning with Tarn-Off and a cotton bud. Tarn-Off and cotton bud worked well on the hands, too.

The timber casing. Gave it a brush with some metho, which ‘reactivated ‘ the old shellac, so it looks better, but i’ll give it another go after i make up a French polishing ‘rubber’. May have to get some shellac from Bunnings, and do a new polish on it, but that is not a matter of great concern.

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Date: 12/07/2025 23:22:36
From: Kingy
ID: 2300304
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

This years Alaska car launch video is available.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fLGbk4C0gGs

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Date: 13/07/2025 06:37:42
From: Divine Angel
ID: 2300332
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Sunny and clear, top of 20. Currently in single figures.

I’m going to my sister’s today but other than that, no plans.

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Date: 13/07/2025 08:08:56
From: buffy
ID: 2300336
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Good morning Holidayers. Presently 6 degrees at the back door, lightly overcast but light. We are forecast 13 degrees with showers developing.

I haven’t decided on my activities for the day. I’ve just lit the woodheater.

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Date: 13/07/2025 08:39:35
From: buffy
ID: 2300344
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Kingy said:


If anyone is interested, our brigade has a “Bad Day” award, where people are nominated for something that’s gone unexpectedly badly on the fireground.

This years nominations were:

Vollie A: Cut a corner too hard while driving the truck and tore the mudflap off the back wheel.
Vollie B: Lost her brand new helmet torch while making her way through thick scrub at a difficult fire.
Vollie C: Gave himself a power facewash while working out which way the fire nozzle squirted. Twice.
Vollie D: Forgot to turn the portable floodlight off before putting it on charge and nearly set fire to the station.
Vollie E: Got back to the station after a fire and realised that there was a hose missing, only to remember that it was where he left it on the side of the road.
Vollie F: Used a grinder to cut a padlocked gate chain at a fire, only to find out later that it was a dummy lock and not locked at all.
Vollie G: Had someones phone charger fall off the dashboard and land under the clutch pedal. The truck was out of action and off the fireground due to a faulty clutch and returned to station until the cause was eventually located and rectified.

This year I deferred my responsibility for the Bad Day award to the exec committee. They chose Vollie F.

He is now the Brigade Locksmith. :)

I like C.

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Date: 13/07/2025 09:02:29
From: Michael V
ID: 2300347
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

captain_spalding said:


Hey, does this sound like ‘stress’ to you?

  • Occasional pain across the left shoulder/upper back/ neck.
  • Occasional pain across the upper chest
  • A feeling like someone much bigger than you has been squeezing your rib cage
  • A vague pain behind the right ear, especially when trying to go to sleep.

PLEASE….CONSULT….A….MEDICAL….PROFESSIONAL.

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Date: 13/07/2025 09:32:59
From: Divine Angel
ID: 2300353
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Michael V said:


captain_spalding said:

Hey, does this sound like ‘stress’ to you?

  • Occasional pain across the left shoulder/upper back/ neck.
  • Occasional pain across the upper chest
  • A feeling like someone much bigger than you has been squeezing your rib cage
  • A vague pain behind the right ear, especially when trying to go to sleep.

PLEASE….CONSULT….A….MEDICAL….PROFESSIONAL.

Just out of interest, I did plug those symptoms into ChatGPT.

🚩NOT A DIAGNOSIS🚩

Musculoskeletal tension or strain: Tightness or posture-related strain (especially in the neck, upper back, chest, and around the ribs) can cause pain and the “squeezing” feeling.

Costochondritis: Inflammation where the ribs join the breastbone can cause chest pain that feels like pressure.

Cervical spine/nerve irritation: Pain behind the ear (especially at night) and upper back/shoulder pain can sometimes be due to nerve irritation from the neck.

Myofascial pain or trigger points: Tight muscle knots can radiate pain to surprising places, including the chest and behind the ear.

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Date: 13/07/2025 09:36:37
From: roughbarked
ID: 2300354
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

captain_spalding said:


roughbarked said:

captain_spalding said:

Thanks, Mr. Car.

I was going to mention to him about how my restoration of a mantle clock is going.

Well let me know. ;) I am still in the locality ever so vriefly.

OK, I’ve taken the movement out of the case, unhooked the pendulum weight, and put those aside.

Took out the spiral-form chime bar, and put that aside. Removed the hands from their spindle.

I realised that the clock face was held in place in the case by several panel pins/tacks through its collar. Removed them, and carefully prised out he clock face.

Removed the metal collar that held the glass in place in the ‘front door’ of the clock, and took out the glass.

Discovered that the numeral were held in place on the clock face by tiny little screws, two per digit, each about a third the size of a grain of rice, from the reverse side of the face. Removed those, assisted by WD-40 and the tiniest screwdriver that i have.

All small parts, including hands, stored in a glass jar. The tiny little screws are sealed in folded over masking tape, each bit of tape marked with the digit that they came from.

Have cleaned the face as best i can, with a little soap and water, then a bit of toothpaste on a moistened cotton bud. There was some stains on parts of the face, which seemed to be from the shellac on the timber case, possibly migrated there as vapour, over the decades. It certainly responded well to a little metho on a cotton bud. There’s a spot of two that seem to be permanently discoloured a trifle, and one spot where someone seems to have rubbed too hard, with a little of the brass behind the chrome-type coating showing through. C’est la vie.

The chime bar cleaned up very well after soaking in strong vinegar for a day, then cleaning with Tarn-Off and a cotton bud. Tarn-Off and cotton bud worked well on the hands, too.

The timber casing. Gave it a brush with some metho, which ‘reactivated ‘ the old shellac, so it looks better, but i’ll give it another go after i make up a French polishing ‘rubber’. May have to get some shellac from Bunnings, and do a new polish on it, but that is not a matter of great concern.

First of all, try to avoid haviing WD-40 anywhere near the clock movement. If any is on it, clean it off with solvent.
For the case;
Have you thought of gunstock oil?

The dial can be resilvered if you wish to. However, the antique look will disappear.

Do you know how long since the clock has been serviced? Do the bearing holes look to be oval shaped rather than round? Are the oil cups full of black poop?

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Date: 13/07/2025 09:39:55
From: roughbarked
ID: 2300357
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Michael V said:


captain_spalding said:

Hey, does this sound like ‘stress’ to you?

  • Occasional pain across the left shoulder/upper back/ neck.
  • Occasional pain across the upper chest
  • A feeling like someone much bigger than you has been squeezing your rib cage
  • A vague pain behind the right ear, especially when trying to go to sleep.

PLEASE….CONSULT….A….MEDICAL….PROFESSIONAL.

Oh dear.

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Date: 13/07/2025 09:42:47
From: roughbarked
ID: 2300359
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Divine Angel said:


Michael V said:

captain_spalding said:

Hey, does this sound like ‘stress’ to you?

  • Occasional pain across the left shoulder/upper back/ neck.
  • Occasional pain across the upper chest
  • A feeling like someone much bigger than you has been squeezing your rib cage
  • A vague pain behind the right ear, especially when trying to go to sleep.

PLEASE….CONSULT….A….MEDICAL….PROFESSIONAL.

Just out of interest, I did plug those symptoms into ChatGPT.

🚩NOT A DIAGNOSIS🚩

Musculoskeletal tension or strain: Tightness or posture-related strain (especially in the neck, upper back, chest, and around the ribs) can cause pain and the “squeezing” feeling.

Costochondritis: Inflammation where the ribs join the breastbone can cause chest pain that feels like pressure.

Cervical spine/nerve irritation: Pain behind the ear (especially at night) and upper back/shoulder pain can sometimes be due to nerve irritation from the neck.

Myofascial pain or trigger points: Tight muscle knots can radiate pain to surprising places, including the chest and behind the ear.

Yes. There is also such a thing as referred pain.

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Date: 13/07/2025 09:43:31
From: Michael V
ID: 2300360
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Divine Angel said:


Michael V said:

captain_spalding said:

Hey, does this sound like ‘stress’ to you?

  • Occasional pain across the left shoulder/upper back/ neck.
  • Occasional pain across the upper chest
  • A feeling like someone much bigger than you has been squeezing your rib cage
  • A vague pain behind the right ear, especially when trying to go to sleep.

PLEASE….CONSULT….A….MEDICAL….PROFESSIONAL.

Just out of interest, I did plug those symptoms into ChatGPT.

🚩NOT A DIAGNOSIS🚩

Musculoskeletal tension or strain: Tightness or posture-related strain (especially in the neck, upper back, chest, and around the ribs) can cause pain and the “squeezing” feeling.

Costochondritis: Inflammation where the ribs join the breastbone can cause chest pain that feels like pressure.

Cervical spine/nerve irritation: Pain behind the ear (especially at night) and upper back/shoulder pain can sometimes be due to nerve irritation from the neck.

Myofascial pain or trigger points: Tight muscle knots can radiate pain to surprising places, including the chest and behind the ear.

Also, similar to angina…

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Date: 13/07/2025 09:49:59
From: kii
ID: 2300361
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

roughbarked said:


Divine Angel said:

Michael V said:

PLEASE….CONSULT….A….MEDICAL….PROFESSIONAL.

Just out of interest, I did plug those symptoms into ChatGPT.

🚩NOT A DIAGNOSIS🚩

Musculoskeletal tension or strain: Tightness or posture-related strain (especially in the neck, upper back, chest, and around the ribs) can cause pain and the “squeezing” feeling.

Costochondritis: Inflammation where the ribs join the breastbone can cause chest pain that feels like pressure.

Cervical spine/nerve irritation: Pain behind the ear (especially at night) and upper back/shoulder pain can sometimes be due to nerve irritation from the neck.

Myofascial pain or trigger points: Tight muscle knots can radiate pain to surprising places, including the chest and behind the ear.

Yes. There is also such a thing as referred pain.

Is there really?! 😳 <—-my shocked face.

🙄

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Date: 13/07/2025 09:57:44
From: Bogsnorkler
ID: 2300362
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

kii said:


roughbarked said:

Divine Angel said:

Just out of interest, I did plug those symptoms into ChatGPT.

🚩NOT A DIAGNOSIS🚩

Musculoskeletal tension or strain: Tightness or posture-related strain (especially in the neck, upper back, chest, and around the ribs) can cause pain and the “squeezing” feeling.

Costochondritis: Inflammation where the ribs join the breastbone can cause chest pain that feels like pressure.

Cervical spine/nerve irritation: Pain behind the ear (especially at night) and upper back/shoulder pain can sometimes be due to nerve irritation from the neck.

Myofascial pain or trigger points: Tight muscle knots can radiate pain to surprising places, including the chest and behind the ear.

Yes. There is also such a thing as referred pain.

Is there really?! 😳 <—-my shocked face.

🙄

LOL 😂😂

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Date: 13/07/2025 10:05:12
From: kii
ID: 2300363
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Bogsnorkler said:


kii said:

roughbarked said:

Yes. There is also such a thing as referred pain.

Is there really?! 😳 <—-my shocked face.

🙄

LOL 😂😂

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Date: 13/07/2025 10:26:24
From: Peak Warming Man
ID: 2300366
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Morning pilgrims, good crowd at mass this morning.

It’s a world wide trend according to the BBCs Heart And Soul program.
It could be the Trump effect, people are worried.
Over.

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Date: 13/07/2025 10:42:19
From: Peak Warming Man
ID: 2300369
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

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Date: 13/07/2025 10:46:30
From: fsm
ID: 2300370
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

A few shots from yesterdays sunrise.

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Date: 13/07/2025 10:48:03
From: Peak Warming Man
ID: 2300371
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

fsm said:


A few shots from yesterdays sunrise.

That last one is a classic.

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Date: 13/07/2025 10:50:04
From: The Rev Dodgson
ID: 2300372
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

fsm said:


A few shots from yesterdays sunrise.

I hope you have somewhere you display your works with a few more viewers than you get here :)

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Date: 13/07/2025 10:53:42
From: roughbarked
ID: 2300374
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

The Rev Dodgson said:


fsm said:

A few shots from yesterdays sunrise.

I hope you have somewhere you display your works with a few more viewers than you get here :)


Yes. These are excellent photos. I don’t recall fsm giviing the camera details but it looks expensive. ;)
Flickr, ipernity etc?

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Date: 13/07/2025 10:57:17
From: Divine Angel
ID: 2300375
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

The third one 😍

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Date: 13/07/2025 10:58:59
From: Divine Angel
ID: 2300377
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

I’m being A Good Mum. Cheese & Vegemite scrolls are in the oven (with the unAustralian addition of finely grated cauliflower), and rice is being cooked for fried rice. School starts tomorrow so it’s something for lunch this week.

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Date: 13/07/2025 11:01:16
From: Bogsnorkler
ID: 2300378
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Divine Angel said:

(with the unAustralian addition of finely grated cauliflower)

good grief!!!

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Date: 13/07/2025 11:01:30
From: Tamb
ID: 2300379
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Divine Angel said:


The third one 😍

Have you looked into 52 frames?
I really enjoyed my time there.

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Date: 13/07/2025 11:06:22
From: captain_spalding
ID: 2300383
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

roughbarked said:

First of all, try to avoid haviing WD-40 anywhere near the clock movement. If any is on it, clean it off with solvent.
For the case;
Have you thought of gunstock oil?

The dial can be resilvered if you wish to. However, the antique look will disappear.

Do you know how long since the clock has been serviced? Do the bearing holes look to be oval shaped rather than round? Are the oil cups full of black poop?

Hi, roughie

Thanks for the advice.

I have NOT had WD-40 anywhere near the movement. Something instinctive told me to not use that substance. I haven’t applied anything to the movement at all, just taken it out of the case and set it aside, so that i could remove the clock face from the case.

I really had no intention of doing anything at all to the movement, even oiling it in any way, as i felt sure that i’d have no suitable lubricants on hand, not even considering sewing machine oil. Had it been possible to remove the clock face and leave the movement in situ, that’s what i’d have done.

As for when it was last serviced – who knows? The clock is an opp shop find, so its provenance and history are mysteries.

To my most inexpert eye, it seems to be a basic, economy-model mantle clock from the 1920s or 1930s. The only markings on the movement are ‘Canterbury’ and ‘Made in Germany’. That, along with the style of the clock, suggests pre-WW2 manufacture to me: it doesn’t say ‘Made in W. Germany’ or similar.

Thus the chances are that its owners were not of an economic status so as to afford regular clock servicing. It may have never had servicing.

Being inexpert as i am, i say that the pivot holes look OK to me, but a look at the oil cups and a gentle probe with the point of a sewing needle shows that there’s some gunk in them, some in more cups than others.

Gunstock oil is an interesting suggestion, which may solve some things quite quickly, but the clock case may have to wait, as my carer duties afford me zero opportunities to go shopping for such things, though i know i can get the oil at local suppliers. I’ll certainly keep it in mind.

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Date: 13/07/2025 11:10:32
From: captain_spalding
ID: 2300384
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Bogsnorkler said:


Divine Angel said:
(with the unAustralian addition of finely grated cauliflower)

good grief!!!

O tempora! O mores!

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Date: 13/07/2025 11:40:46
From: kii
ID: 2300392
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Reading about the cadaver dogs being employed in the search in Texas. Photos of dogs arriving at airports. I met one a few years before I left the bookstore, he was there with his human.

Reading about the various techniques used to check compacted piles of vegetation for remains.
Reading about the volunteers documenting and caring for the remains of dogs and cats. This corgi, Sage, was identified by people in the rescue group. Her human hasn’t been found.

One animal rescue group is asking for donations of chlorhexidine solution to use on the dogs.

It’s such a huge area they are searching

All the things you don’t normally think about, but people should know about.

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Date: 13/07/2025 11:49:16
From: Michael V
ID: 2300396
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Peak Warming Man said:



Snigger.

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Date: 13/07/2025 11:49:19
From: Bogsnorkler
ID: 2300397
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

gangnam style has 5 636 022 259 views.

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Date: 13/07/2025 11:49:55
From: roughbarked
ID: 2300398
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

captain_spalding said:


roughbarked said:

First of all, try to avoid haviing WD-40 anywhere near the clock movement. If any is on it, clean it off with solvent.
For the case;
Have you thought of gunstock oil?

The dial can be resilvered if you wish to. However, the antique look will disappear.

Do you know how long since the clock has been serviced? Do the bearing holes look to be oval shaped rather than round? Are the oil cups full of black poop?

Hi, roughie

Thanks for the advice.

I have NOT had WD-40 anywhere near the movement. Something instinctive told me to not use that substance. I haven’t applied anything to the movement at all, just taken it out of the case and set it aside, so that i could remove the clock face from the case.

I really had no intention of doing anything at all to the movement, even oiling it in any way, as i felt sure that i’d have no suitable lubricants on hand, not even considering sewing machine oil. Had it been possible to remove the clock face and leave the movement in situ, that’s what i’d have done.

As for when it was last serviced – who knows? The clock is an opp shop find, so its provenance and history are mysteries.

To my most inexpert eye, it seems to be a basic, economy-model mantle clock from the 1920s or 1930s. The only markings on the movement are ‘Canterbury’ and ‘Made in Germany’. That, along with the style of the clock, suggests pre-WW2 manufacture to me: it doesn’t say ‘Made in W. Germany’ or similar.

Thus the chances are that its owners were not of an economic status so as to afford regular clock servicing. It may have never had servicing.

Being inexpert as i am, i say that the pivot holes look OK to me, but a look at the oil cups and a gentle probe with the point of a sewing needle shows that there’s some gunk in them, some in more cups than others.

Gunstock oil is an interesting suggestion, which may solve some things quite quickly, but the clock case may have to wait, as my carer duties afford me zero opportunities to go shopping for such things, though i know i can get the oil at local suppliers. I’ll certainly keep it in mind.

Photos would help nut at a guess it is a fairly typical mantel clock. Made in Germany also predates the second war as they were marked ‘foreign’. British law that required objects manufactured outside of the U.K. and imported into the U.K. to have either ‘Foreign’ or the country of origin to be imprinted on the clock. A supplement to the Merchandise Marks Act. So, 1926 or later. The use of the word “Foreign” (on German imports at least) quite likely was abandoned by ca. 1939, when things in the world turned “feindselig.”

All since up to the time the wall came down were marked West Germany.

The vast majority of clocks imported into the U.K. during this period were of German manufacture.

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Date: 13/07/2025 11:51:34
From: Bubblecar
ID: 2300399
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Divine Angel said:


I’m being A Good Mum. Cheese & Vegemite scrolls are in the oven (with the unAustralian addition of finely grated cauliflower), and rice is being cooked for fried rice. School starts tomorrow so it’s something for lunch this week.

:)

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Date: 13/07/2025 11:52:17
From: Michael V
ID: 2300400
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Divine Angel said:


The third one 😍

The third what?

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Date: 13/07/2025 11:57:23
From: captain_spalding
ID: 2300402
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

roughbarked said:

Photos would help nut at a guess it is a fairly typical mantel clock. Made in Germany also predates the second war as they were marked ‘foreign’. British law that required objects manufactured outside of the U.K. and imported into the U.K. to have either ‘Foreign’ or the country of origin to be imprinted on the clock. A supplement to the Merchandise Marks Act. So, 1926 or later. The use of the word “Foreign” (on German imports at least) quite likely was abandoned by ca. 1939, when things in the world turned “feindselig.”

All since up to the time the wall came down were marked West Germany.

The vast majority of clocks imported into the U.K. during this period were of German manufacture.

I’ll try to get some photos which i hope will be clear enough to be of help.

Thanks for your advice.

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Date: 13/07/2025 11:59:30
From: Bubblecar
ID: 2300403
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Bleak weather this end, windy, wet and dark.

I’m very late getting up but will try to get an early night tonight, no more bicycles for me.

Today there’ll be some housework for Thursday’s inspection, while awaiting more news of the mainland sister.

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Date: 13/07/2025 12:00:20
From: party_pants
ID: 2300404
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Bogsnorkler said:


gangnam style has 5 636 022 259 views.

at least a couple of them are mine. I like the song.

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Date: 13/07/2025 12:00:35
From: captain_spalding
ID: 2300405
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Bubblecar said:


Bleak weather this end, windy, wet and dark.

I’m very late getting up but will try to get an early night tonight, no more bicycles for me.

Today there’ll be some housework for Thursday’s inspection, while awaiting more news of the mainland sister.

Stay warm, stay well, stay safe.

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Date: 13/07/2025 12:05:00
From: roughbarked
ID: 2300406
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

captain_spalding said:


roughbarked said:

Photos would help nut at a guess it is a fairly typical mantel clock. Made in Germany also predates the second war as they were marked ‘foreign’. British law that required objects manufactured outside of the U.K. and imported into the U.K. to have either ‘Foreign’ or the country of origin to be imprinted on the clock. A supplement to the Merchandise Marks Act. So, 1926 or later. The use of the word “Foreign” (on German imports at least) quite likely was abandoned by ca. 1939, when things in the world turned “feindselig.”

All since up to the time the wall came down were marked West Germany.

The vast majority of clocks imported into the U.K. during this period were of German manufacture.

I’ll try to get some photos which i hope will be clear enough to be of help.

Thanks for your advice.

I’ll not be here tomorrow onwards.

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Date: 13/07/2025 12:41:45
From: captain_spalding
ID: 2300409
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

roughbarked said:


captain_spalding said:

roughbarked said:

Photos would help nut at a guess it is a fairly typical mantel clock. Made in Germany also predates the second war as they were marked ‘foreign’. British law that required objects manufactured outside of the U.K. and imported into the U.K. to have either ‘Foreign’ or the country of origin to be imprinted on the clock. A supplement to the Merchandise Marks Act. So, 1926 or later. The use of the word “Foreign” (on German imports at least) quite likely was abandoned by ca. 1939, when things in the world turned “feindselig.”

All since up to the time the wall came down were marked West Germany.

The vast majority of clocks imported into the U.K. during this period were of German manufacture.

I’ll try to get some photos which i hope will be clear enough to be of help.

Thanks for your advice.

I’ll not be here tomorrow onwards.

What?

Like, ever again?

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Date: 13/07/2025 12:52:20
From: roughbarked
ID: 2300416
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

captain_spalding said:


roughbarked said:

captain_spalding said:

I’ll try to get some photos which i hope will be clear enough to be of help.

Thanks for your advice.

I’ll not be here tomorrow onwards.

What?

Like, ever again?

I’ll probably be away at least five or six days.

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Date: 13/07/2025 12:55:53
From: captain_spalding
ID: 2300419
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

roughbarked said:


captain_spalding said:

roughbarked said:

I’ll not be here tomorrow onwards.

What?

Like, ever again?

I’ll probably be away at least five or six days.

Don’t do stuff like that. You had me worried there.

I’ll try for some pics now.

(Grumbling: …bloody people, saying shit out of context, as if we don’t have enough to fret about…)

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Date: 13/07/2025 12:57:40
From: roughbarked
ID: 2300420
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

captain_spalding said:


roughbarked said:

captain_spalding said:

What?

Like, ever again?

I’ll probably be away at least five or six days.

Don’t do stuff like that. You had me worried there.

I’ll try for some pics now.

(Grumbling: …bloody people, saying shit out of context, as if we don’t have enough to fret about…)

:) sorry ‘bout that.

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Date: 13/07/2025 13:01:34
From: Bogsnorkler
ID: 2300421
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

roughbarked said:


captain_spalding said:

roughbarked said:

I’ll not be here tomorrow onwards.

What?

Like, ever again?

I’ll probably be away at least five or six days.

behave yourself and have fun.

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Date: 13/07/2025 13:10:06
From: roughbarked
ID: 2300422
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Bogsnorkler said:


roughbarked said:

captain_spalding said:

What?

Like, ever again?

I’ll probably be away at least five or six days.

behave yourself and have fun.

It will be the first time I’ve seen my son and his family since 2017.
Since then he’s been diagnosed with sometthing he should have been diagnosed with shen he was young, which is that he is autistic on top of the ADHD I apparently gave him..

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Date: 13/07/2025 13:12:20
From: captain_spalding
ID: 2300424
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Anyway…

Here’s some pics that just took, using my phone camera.

It doesn’t appear to be anything special to me. I imagine that they churned these things out by the thousand.

I do appreciate your interest, and i wish you a pleasant visit to your son.

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Date: 13/07/2025 13:13:14
From: captain_spalding
ID: 2300426
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

I didn’t know it was going to orientate the pics like that. Apologies.

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Date: 13/07/2025 13:14:56
From: Kingy
ID: 2300427
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

captain_spalding said:


Anyway…

Here’s some pics that just took, using my phone camera.

It doesn’t appear to be anything special to me. I imagine that they churned these things out by the thousand.

I do appreciate your interest, and i wish you a pleasant visit to your son.

Can it run Doom?

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Date: 13/07/2025 13:16:57
From: captain_spalding
ID: 2300428
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Kingy said:


captain_spalding said:

Anyway…

Here’s some pics that just took, using my phone camera.

It doesn’t appear to be anything special to me. I imagine that they churned these things out by the thousand.

I do appreciate your interest, and i wish you a pleasant visit to your son.

Can it run Doom?

No, but it could probably time a 500kg bomb to go off while the UXB team are trying to defuse it.

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Date: 13/07/2025 13:22:39
From: Tamb
ID: 2300431
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

roughbarked said:


captain_spalding said:

roughbarked said:

I’ll probably be away at least five or six days.

Don’t do stuff like that. You had me worried there.

I’ll try for some pics now.

(Grumbling: …bloody people, saying shit out of context, as if we don’t have enough to fret about…)

:) sorry ‘bout that.


Here’s a fretsaw to help out:

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Date: 13/07/2025 13:25:29
From: Kingy
ID: 2300433
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

captain_spalding said:


Kingy said:

captain_spalding said:

Anyway…

Here’s some pics that just took, using my phone camera.

It doesn’t appear to be anything special to me. I imagine that they churned these things out by the thousand.

I do appreciate your interest, and i wish you a pleasant visit to your son.

Can it run Doom?

No, but it could probably time a 500kg bomb to go off while the UXB team are trying to defuse it.

That sounds like less fun.

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Date: 13/07/2025 13:30:22
From: buffy
ID: 2300436
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

So now it is raining, cold, blustery and unpleasant outside. So I’m going to bed to read and nap.

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Date: 13/07/2025 13:35:32
From: roughbarked
ID: 2300438
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

captain_spalding said:


Anyway…

Here’s some pics that just took, using my phone camera.

It doesn’t appear to be anything special to me. I imagine that they churned these things out by the thousand.

I do appreciate your interest, and i wish you a pleasant visit to your son.

The movement is a Junghans by the looks. The bushes look in reasonable condition but it really does need some oil and if that doesn’t make it go, that black pivot poop means it needs a good strip down clean and peg out all the pivot holes. Some people do the Duncan Swish type clean but that doesn’t really do much for the clock.

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Date: 13/07/2025 13:35:54
From: roughbarked
ID: 2300439
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

captain_spalding said:


I didn’t know it was going to orientate the pics like that. Apologies.

No worries. I can read sideways.

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Date: 13/07/2025 13:37:22
From: roughbarked
ID: 2300440
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Kingy said:


captain_spalding said:

Anyway…

Here’s some pics that just took, using my phone camera.

It doesn’t appear to be anything special to me. I imagine that they churned these things out by the thousand.

I do appreciate your interest, and i wish you a pleasant visit to your son.

Can it run Doom?

Yep. If you atart opening the clock without letting dowwn the mainsprings, it could easily be your doom. I;ve seen those mainspring barrels go right around a room, yes that’s all the walls floor and ceiling.

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Date: 13/07/2025 13:59:03
From: captain_spalding
ID: 2300451
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

roughbarked said:

The movement is a Junghans by the looks. The bushes look in reasonable condition but it really does need some oil and if that doesn’t make it go, that black pivot poop means it needs a good strip down clean and peg out all the pivot holes. Some people do the Duncan Swish type clean but that doesn’t really do much for the clock.

Oh, it runs all right.

It was happily ticking away, and chiming, when i got it, and seems to keep pretty good time.

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Date: 13/07/2025 15:16:05
From: Woodie
ID: 2300481
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

CAR’N SWANNIES!!!! 🦢🦢🦢🦢🦢🦢

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Date: 13/07/2025 16:58:39
From: roughbarked
ID: 2300493
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

captain_spalding said:


roughbarked said:

The movement is a Junghans by the looks. The bushes look in reasonable condition but it really does need some oil and if that doesn’t make it go, that black pivot poop means it needs a good strip down clean and peg out all the pivot holes. Some people do the Duncan Swish type clean but that doesn’t really do much for the clock.

Oh, it runs all right.

It was happily ticking away, and chiming, when i got it, and seems to keep pretty good time.


oil all rotating pivots. synthetic 20W-50 Mobil-1 will do foe all the rotating pivots and you can use sewing machine oil on the escapement.

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Date: 13/07/2025 17:11:58
From: transition
ID: 2300498
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

dinner will be, i’ll tell ya that much

and landed, car be wanting a picture

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Date: 13/07/2025 17:15:23
From: transition
ID: 2300499
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

transition said:


dinner will be, i’ll tell ya that much

and landed, car be wanting a picture

there ya go

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Date: 13/07/2025 17:22:50
From: roughbarked
ID: 2300500
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

transition said:


transition said:

dinner will be, i’ll tell ya that much

and landed, car be wanting a picture

there ya go

Well now it is no longer a secret.

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Date: 13/07/2025 17:26:45
From: transition
ID: 2300501
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

captain_spalding said:


I didn’t know it was going to orientate the pics like that. Apologies.

your browser maybe telling the server fibs, to prevent finger printing in other contexts

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Date: 13/07/2025 17:26:54
From: Bubblecar
ID: 2300502
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Mainland sister report: it’s ups and downs, as to be expected at this stage. Yesterday evening she was sitting up and eating jelly, and texting jokes etc.

Today she’s too weak to talk much and can’t sit up. They’ve upped her oxygen levels and she’s on morphine.

But both her sons are there along with the Pontville sister and they’re spending a lot of time with her.

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Date: 13/07/2025 17:27:58
From: Bubblecar
ID: 2300504
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

transition said:


transition said:

dinner will be, i’ll tell ya that much

and landed, car be wanting a picture

there ya go

Schnitzel, gravy, mash and a hefty shake of pepper, good score.

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Date: 13/07/2025 17:29:23
From: transition
ID: 2300505
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Bubblecar said:


transition said:

transition said:

dinner will be, i’ll tell ya that much

and landed, car be wanting a picture

there ya go

Schnitzel, gravy, mash and a hefty shake of pepper, good score.

spinach and carrot with potato

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Date: 13/07/2025 17:30:12
From: Bubblecar
ID: 2300506
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

transition said:


Bubblecar said:

transition said:

there ya go

Schnitzel, gravy, mash and a hefty shake of pepper, good score.

spinach and carrot with potato

Even better, well done.

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Date: 13/07/2025 18:29:30
From: Kingy
ID: 2300521
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

I have found a new reply to anyone asking for something more than they are worthy of.

“Egalitarian agitation of the condiment vessel, my good sir.”

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Date: 13/07/2025 19:06:57
From: Peak Warming Man
ID: 2300526
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

At the redoubt, it’s quite cold.
If it’s set fair in the morrow I should get a bit done.
Over.

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Date: 13/07/2025 19:13:33
From: party_pants
ID: 2300527
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Peak Warming Man said:


At the redoubt, it’s quite cold.
If it’s set fair in the morrow I should get a bit done.
Over.

I think that will be OK.

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Date: 13/07/2025 19:47:34
From: Kingy
ID: 2300534
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Peak Warming Man said:


At the redoubt, it’s quite cold.
If it’s set fair in the morrow I should get a bit done.
Over.

Gonna get the Triton going and clean the cobwebs out down the driveway?

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Date: 13/07/2025 19:48:54
From: wookiemeister
ID: 2300535
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Peak Warming Man said:


At the redoubt, it’s quite cold.
If it’s set fair in the morrow I should get a bit done.
Over.

A nice night for a bit of murdering sir ?

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Date: 13/07/2025 20:50:32
From: Divine Angel
ID: 2300541
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

We’re watching Sinister, said to be the scariest movie ever (despite having a 6.8 rating on IMDb). Wondering if someone will ever attempt filming House of Leaves. I tried reading it, it’s… well, kudos to the typesetter.

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Date: 13/07/2025 21:14:20
From: Kingy
ID: 2300543
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

https://www.abc.net.au/news/2025-07-13/18-people-fined-over-illegal-cabin-curtis-island-national-park/105520522

These people have denigrated this large but “pristine” island by building a small hut and doing some fishing with tiny tinnies. They also drove an allegedly unregistered vehicle and some motorbikes on it. To make it worse they took a couple of dogs there, and some guns.

Now I am all for shaming people that ruin national parks and making things worse than they already are, but if you look at this pristine nature reserve, there already are 3 MASSIVE PETROCHEMICAL PLANTS ON IT!

No doubt the multinational corporations that make billions of dollars from the very very many square kilometers of natural park that they obliterated during the construction of their MASSIVE PETROCHEMICAL PLANTS, had the correct permits, and everyone is ok with that, but not the hut that was built for the locals to enjoy the national park.

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Date: 13/07/2025 21:34:24
From: captain_spalding
ID: 2300545
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Kingy said:


https://www.abc.net.au/news/2025-07-13/18-people-fined-over-illegal-cabin-curtis-island-national-park/105520522

These people have denigrated this large but “pristine” island by building a small hut and doing some fishing with tiny tinnies. They also drove an allegedly unregistered vehicle and some motorbikes on it. To make it worse they took a couple of dogs there, and some guns.

Now I am all for shaming people that ruin national parks and making things worse than they already are, but if you look at this pristine nature reserve, there already are 3 MASSIVE PETROCHEMICAL PLANTS ON IT!

No doubt the multinational corporations that make billions of dollars from the very very many square kilometers of natural park that they obliterated during the construction of their MASSIVE PETROCHEMICAL PLANTS, had the correct permits, and everyone is ok with that, but not the hut that was built for the locals to enjoy the national park.

Well, what do you expect?

I mean, just how much do these ‘locals’ donate to various political parties to ensure that democracy can be effectively exercised when elections roll around? Huh?

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Date: 13/07/2025 21:36:11
From: captain_spalding
ID: 2300546
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

…and it’s goodnight from me.

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Date: 13/07/2025 21:40:02
From: Bogsnorkler
ID: 2300547
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Curtis_Island,_Queensland

Link

Most of the island is protected from development: most of the ocean-facing eastern side of the island is within either the Curtis Island National Park or the Curtis Island Conservation Park, while most of the mainland-facing western side of the island is within the Curtis Island State Forest.

For Victoria but I would imagine it would be the same for Queensland.

https://vnpa.org.au/nationalparksfaq

Link

What is the difference between a state forest and a national park in Australia?

State forests have different purposes and uses to national parks. Because of their different functions, national parks and state forests are managed differently. In state forests ‘resource extraction’ (like logging and mining) is treated as more important than nature protection and recreation.

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Date: 13/07/2025 21:42:30
From: dv
ID: 2300549
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

captain_spalding said:


…and it’s goodnight from me.

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Date: 13/07/2025 22:15:41
From: Kingy
ID: 2300552
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Is anyone still awake here?

I’ve just finished the most urgent paperwork for the day, and am about to wander off in to youtubeland.

I won’t bother the “wot I am eating” thread, but I have some chicken in the oven which should be ready in about 20 minutes.

The Alaskan car launching video was fun. I’m surprised that no-one was killed yet.

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Date: 13/07/2025 22:27:43
From: kii
ID: 2300555
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Well, that was strange.
Buttering my crunchy toast I noticed something on the countertop spinning like a very tiny dying fruit fly, it was a crumb from my toast.

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Date: 13/07/2025 22:41:47
From: party_pants
ID: 2300556
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Kingy said:


Is anyone still awake here?

I’ve just finished the most urgent paperwork for the day, and am about to wander off in to youtubeland.

I won’t bother the “wot I am eating” thread, but I have some chicken in the oven which should be ready in about 20 minutes.

The Alaskan car launching video was fun. I’m surprised that no-one was killed yet.

I am awake for now. Already in YouTubes land.

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Date: 14/07/2025 01:44:53
From: kii
ID: 2300569
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

More flood alerts for the area around the recent floods in Texas, but it’s okay!! The people are sending prayers up!!

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Date: 14/07/2025 04:52:57
From: Ian
ID: 2300570
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Ultra cool Italian Jannik Sinner beats Alacaraz in 4 sets..

4-6, 6-4, 6-4, 6-4

Good match

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Date: 14/07/2025 05:31:05
From: roughbarked
ID: 2300571
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Bogsnorkler said:


https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Curtis_Island,_Queensland

Link

Most of the island is protected from development: most of the ocean-facing eastern side of the island is within either the Curtis Island National Park or the Curtis Island Conservation Park, while most of the mainland-facing western side of the island is within the Curtis Island State Forest.

For Victoria but I would imagine it would be the same for Queensland.

https://vnpa.org.au/nationalparksfaq

Link

What is the difference between a state forest and a national park in Australia?

State forests have different purposes and uses to national parks. Because of their different functions, national parks and state forests are managed differently. In state forests ‘resource extraction’ (like logging and mining) is treated as more important than nature protection and recreation.

FiL was a forester. Different from the norm, he banned agistment of stock in his forests because they nibbled the young trees and ruined the chance of a decent timber tree. He also ran a rotation. Once selected trees were logged, that area was not to be touched for another sixty years.

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Date: 14/07/2025 06:33:00
From: Divine Angel
ID: 2300573
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Sunny and a top of 22.

School’s back! Mini Me has early viola, I’ll wake her up soon. The electrician should come today to finally install the outside power supply. Walkies friend, already complaining about the cold weather for a month, is spending this week at the snow so good luck to her lol.

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Date: 14/07/2025 07:58:41
From: buffy
ID: 2300577
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Good morning Holidayers. Presently 1 degree at the back door, lightly overcast, the wind has stopped for now. We are forecast 11 degrees with showers increasing.

No particular plans for today at the moment.

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Date: 14/07/2025 08:03:58
From: Michael V
ID: 2300578
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Divine Angel said:


Sunny and a top of 22.

School’s back! Mini Me has early viola, I’ll wake her up soon. The electrician should come today to finally install the outside power supply. Walkies friend, already complaining about the cold weather for a month, is spending this week at the snow so good luck to her lol.

Gourd! Thankfully you are not with her.

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Date: 14/07/2025 08:35:49
From: kii
ID: 2300579
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

And now the Grand Canyon is on fire.

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Date: 14/07/2025 08:49:21
From: Divine Angel
ID: 2300580
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

I was looking at a product online which said, No Alcohol. Looked at the ingredients, it has benzyl alcohol. So I’m wondering if they can legally say there’s no alcohol when it contains a specific kind of alcohol, presumably as an antibacterial agent.

In researching benzyl alcohol, I learned it is toxic to neonates.

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Date: 14/07/2025 08:57:32
From: Tamb
ID: 2300581
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Divine Angel said:


I was looking at a product online which said, No Alcohol. Looked at the ingredients, it has benzyl alcohol. So I’m wondering if they can legally say there’s no alcohol when it contains a specific kind of alcohol, presumably as an antibacterial agent.

In researching benzyl alcohol, I learned it is toxic to neonates.


It should say no ethyl alcohol.

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Date: 14/07/2025 09:00:26
From: Michael V
ID: 2300582
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Tamb said:


Divine Angel said:

I was looking at a product online which said, No Alcohol. Looked at the ingredients, it has benzyl alcohol. So I’m wondering if they can legally say there’s no alcohol when it contains a specific kind of alcohol, presumably as an antibacterial agent.

In researching benzyl alcohol, I learned it is toxic to neonates.


It should say no ethyl alcohol.

That’s probably what they meant.

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Date: 14/07/2025 09:18:28
From: Tamb
ID: 2300583
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Michael V said:


Tamb said:

Divine Angel said:

I was looking at a product online which said, No Alcohol. Looked at the ingredients, it has benzyl alcohol. So I’m wondering if they can legally say there’s no alcohol when it contains a specific kind of alcohol, presumably as an antibacterial agent.

In researching benzyl alcohol, I learned it is toxic to neonates.


It should say no ethyl alcohol.

That’s probably what they meant.


Yes.

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Date: 14/07/2025 10:11:07
From: buffy
ID: 2300587
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Well, that wasn’t as arduous as I thought it would be. I just removed everything from the cupboard under the kitchen sink, cleaned the shelves, and the stuff, did some organizing and put it all back again.

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Date: 14/07/2025 10:14:31
From: Cymek
ID: 2300588
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Hello

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Date: 14/07/2025 10:26:25
From: transition
ID: 2300589
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

buffy said:


Well, that wasn’t as arduous as I thought it would be. I just removed everything from the cupboard under the kitchen sink, cleaned the shelves, and the stuff, did some organizing and put it all back again.

have a cup of tea you’re making feel lazy, like i’m letting civilization down, a waste of the human form

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Date: 14/07/2025 10:27:42
From: transition
ID: 2300590
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Cymek said:


Hello

nods in master cymek’s direction

we gets a cold day today I reckons, rain later

I could checks the weatherology page

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Date: 14/07/2025 10:29:57
From: transition
ID: 2300591
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

transition said:


Cymek said:

Hello

nods in master cymek’s direction

we gets a cold day today I reckons, rain later

I could checks the weatherology page

100% chance 10-15mm, it’s a certainty, peak probability 6:30pm

max temp 14C

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Date: 14/07/2025 10:32:13
From: Tamb
ID: 2300592
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Cymek said:


Hello

G’day mate.

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Date: 14/07/2025 10:34:18
From: Tamb
ID: 2300593
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

transition said:


transition said:

Cymek said:

Hello

nods in master cymek’s direction

we gets a cold day today I reckons, rain later

I could checks the weatherology page

100% chance 10-15mm, it’s a certainty, peak probability 6:30pm

max temp 14C


A cold feeling 22° here.

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Date: 14/07/2025 10:34:23
From: Cymek
ID: 2300594
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

I caught these two having a public kiss

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Date: 14/07/2025 10:36:05
From: transition
ID: 2300595
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Cymek said:


I caught these two having a public kiss

some love happening

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Date: 14/07/2025 10:38:42
From: transition
ID: 2300597
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

do I dare venture a look at the news, see what insanity visited the species

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Date: 14/07/2025 10:41:50
From: Tamb
ID: 2300598
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

transition said:


do I dare venture a look at the news, see what insanity visited the species

Americans are playing televised cricket. Is that insane enough.

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Date: 14/07/2025 11:03:33
From: transition
ID: 2300601
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

my reading

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Respiratory_syncytial_virus#Diagnosis
SARS-CoV-2 infections, the virus responsible for COVID-19, may lead to a higher risk of infection with RSV. In November 2022, the RSV hospitalization rate for newborns was seven times the rate in 2018. This, combined with increasing influenza circulation, caused the US state of Oregon to declare a state of emergency. The Children’s Hospital Association and the American Academy of Pediatrics asked US President Joe Biden to declare a state of emergency.

The findings of a 2024 cross-sectional study of 6,248 hospitalized adults with RSV infection suggest that acute cardiac events are common among hospitalized older adults with RSV infection, and are associated with severe clinical outcomes. Nearly a quarter of hospitalized people over 50 with RSV experienced an acute cardiac event (most frequently acute heart failure), including 1 in 12 adults (8.5%) without documented underlying cardiovascular disease. Patients who had acute cardiac events had nearly twice the risk of a severe outcome than patients who did not”

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Date: 14/07/2025 11:45:40
From: captain_spalding
ID: 2300611
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

the first sit-down i’ve had since getting up at 7 this morning.

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Date: 14/07/2025 11:46:38
From: Bubblecar
ID: 2300613
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

captain_spalding said:


the first sit-down i’ve had since getting up at 7 this morning.

Relish it.

Are you still feeling out of sorts?

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Date: 14/07/2025 11:56:28
From: captain_spalding
ID: 2300617
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Bubblecar said:


captain_spalding said:

the first sit-down i’ve had since getting up at 7 this morning.

Relish it.

Are you still feeling out of sorts?

Not really. Thanks for asking.

I was, i think, having a bit of a stress session yesterday.

As soon as i got out of the house, to take the Wolf for his evening perambulation, i felt better. By the time we returned, i felt fine.

Pretty good today, just a little ‘squeeze’ on the ribs, but that’s passed, and i feel quite OK.

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Date: 14/07/2025 12:03:27
From: Michael V
ID: 2300622
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

captain_spalding said:


the first sit-down i’ve had since getting up at 7 this morning.

How’s your pains and Mrs S going?

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Date: 14/07/2025 12:05:03
From: Michael V
ID: 2300623
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

captain_spalding said:


Bubblecar said:

captain_spalding said:

the first sit-down i’ve had since getting up at 7 this morning.

Relish it.

Are you still feeling out of sorts?

Not really. Thanks for asking.

I was, i think, having a bit of a stress session yesterday.

As soon as i got out of the house, to take the Wolf for his evening perambulation, i felt better. By the time we returned, i felt fine.

Pretty good today, just a little ‘squeeze’ on the ribs, but that’s passed, and i feel quite OK.

I am concerned about possible angina. You should seek a medical professional’s opinion.

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Date: 14/07/2025 12:10:35
From: captain_spalding
ID: 2300626
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Michael V said:


captain_spalding said:

Bubblecar said:

Relish it.

Are you still feeling out of sorts?

Not really. Thanks for asking.

I was, i think, having a bit of a stress session yesterday.

As soon as i got out of the house, to take the Wolf for his evening perambulation, i felt better. By the time we returned, i felt fine.

Pretty good today, just a little ‘squeeze’ on the ribs, but that’s passed, and i feel quite OK.

I am concerned about possible angina. You should seek a medical professional’s opinion.

Yeah, i suppose that i should. Thanks for the advice.

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Date: 14/07/2025 12:29:38
From: Michael V
ID: 2300632
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

captain_spalding said:


Michael V said:

captain_spalding said:

Not really. Thanks for asking.

I was, i think, having a bit of a stress session yesterday.

As soon as i got out of the house, to take the Wolf for his evening perambulation, i felt better. By the time we returned, i felt fine.

Pretty good today, just a little ‘squeeze’ on the ribs, but that’s passed, and i feel quite OK.

I am concerned about possible angina. You should seek a medical professional’s opinion.

Yeah, i suppose that i should. Thanks for the advice.

Please do.

:)

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Date: 14/07/2025 12:35:32
From: Divine Angel
ID: 2300634
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Anyone else have crows flying into windows?

My neighbour has dinosaur toys in her windows because of crows, and one has just head butted Mr Mutant’s home office window.

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Date: 14/07/2025 12:40:19
From: captain_spalding
ID: 2300638
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Divine Angel said:


Anyone else have crows flying into windows?

My neighbour has dinosaur toys in her windows because of crows, and one has just head butted Mr Mutant’s home office window.

I misread that at first glance, seeing ‘Anyone else have cows flying into windows?’.

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Date: 14/07/2025 12:42:23
From: Michael V
ID: 2300640
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Divine Angel said:


Anyone else have crows flying into windows?

My neighbour has dinosaur toys in her windows because of crows, and one has just head butted Mr Mutant’s home office window.

We have not had crows (yet), but several other species have struck our windows. It seems that they are reacting to one of two things:

(a) reflection – when being chased

(b) seeing right through the house (through the window opposite).

There are remedies, but I am not a fan of them for private residences.

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Date: 14/07/2025 12:43:04
From: Michael V
ID: 2300641
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

captain_spalding said:


Divine Angel said:

Anyone else have crows flying into windows?

My neighbour has dinosaur toys in her windows because of crows, and one has just head butted Mr Mutant’s home office window.

I misread that at first glance, seeing ‘Anyone else have cows flying into windows?’.

LOL

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Date: 14/07/2025 12:43:54
From: Divine Angel
ID: 2300642
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

captain_spalding said:


Divine Angel said:

Anyone else have crows flying into windows?

My neighbour has dinosaur toys in her windows because of crows, and one has just head butted Mr Mutant’s home office window.

I misread that at first glance, seeing ‘Anyone else have cows flying into windows?’.


It’s not tornado season.

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Date: 14/07/2025 12:47:09
From: Bogsnorkler
ID: 2300644
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Divine Angel said:


Anyone else have crows flying into windows?

My neighbour has dinosaur toys in her windows because of crows, and one has just head butted Mr Mutant’s home office window.

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Date: 14/07/2025 12:51:03
From: Divine Angel
ID: 2300647
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Bogsnorkler said:


Divine Angel said:

Anyone else have crows flying into windows?

My neighbour has dinosaur toys in her windows because of crows, and one has just head butted Mr Mutant’s home office window.


I’ve never understood the horror of that movie. I’m a big fan of Hitchcock’s films but bloody hell he was a dick to his female stars. What he put Tippi Hedren through on that film is unconscionable.

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Date: 14/07/2025 13:02:42
From: Michael V
ID: 2300650
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Divine Angel said:


Bogsnorkler said:

Divine Angel said:

Anyone else have crows flying into windows?

My neighbour has dinosaur toys in her windows because of crows, and one has just head butted Mr Mutant’s home office window.


I’ve never understood the horror of that movie. I’m a big fan of Hitchcock’s films but bloody hell he was a dick to his female stars. What he put Tippi Hedren through on that film is unconscionable.

What did he do?

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Date: 14/07/2025 13:10:57
From: Divine Angel
ID: 2300651
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Michael V said:


Divine Angel said:

Bogsnorkler said:


I’ve never understood the horror of that movie. I’m a big fan of Hitchcock’s films but bloody hell he was a dick to his female stars. What he put Tippi Hedren through on that film is unconscionable.

What did he do?

Working with the master of suspense every day, Hedren soon noticed a pattern in his behavior. “Every time I’d be laughing and talking with a male member of the cast or crew, my next exchange with Hitchcock would be icy and a bit petulant,” she wrote in her 2016 memoir. The director made it a point of reciting dirty limericks to Hedren or giving her particularly sharp and pointed criticism when they were alone, and he began to stare at her “relentlessly” on set, to the point that the rest of the cast and crew took notice. Fellow cast member Suzanne Pleshette even felt the need to reassure newcomer Hedren that most of Hollywood weren’t like Hitchcock.

Hedren said the director’s on-set harassment rose to what she called an “obsession”: driving past her house, having her followed, and having her handwriting analyzed. And finally, it escalated to actual assault. Alone together in his limo one evening after filming, she claims that he threw himself on top of her and tried to kiss her just as they were pulling up to her hotel. According to her own account of the incident in her memoir, she screamed at him to stop, pushed him off, and jumped out of the car.

On day five of filming the bedroom scene, the birds were actually tied to her clothes, pecking her mercilessly as her character lay helpless on the floor. By the afternoon Hedren was physically and emotionally drained, and when one bird pecked her face dangerously close to her eye, she writes, “I finally snapped.” She cried out, “I’m done,” and sat on the floor, sobbing and exhausted, as the birds were untied. That evening, Hedren saw a doctor who ordered a week of rest. Although Hitchcock attempted to refuse her the time off, arguing they had no one else to film, the doctor insisted. She spent the entire week either sleeping or half-conscious but returned to set the following Monday with her head held high, determined to finish the film.

https://collider.com/the-birds-production-history-explained/

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Date: 14/07/2025 13:18:44
From: Michael V
ID: 2300652
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Divine Angel said:


Michael V said:

Divine Angel said:

I’ve never understood the horror of that movie. I’m a big fan of Hitchcock’s films but bloody hell he was a dick to his female stars. What he put Tippi Hedren through on that film is unconscionable.

What did he do?

Working with the master of suspense every day, Hedren soon noticed a pattern in his behavior. “Every time I’d be laughing and talking with a male member of the cast or crew, my next exchange with Hitchcock would be icy and a bit petulant,” she wrote in her 2016 memoir. The director made it a point of reciting dirty limericks to Hedren or giving her particularly sharp and pointed criticism when they were alone, and he began to stare at her “relentlessly” on set, to the point that the rest of the cast and crew took notice. Fellow cast member Suzanne Pleshette even felt the need to reassure newcomer Hedren that most of Hollywood weren’t like Hitchcock.

Hedren said the director’s on-set harassment rose to what she called an “obsession”: driving past her house, having her followed, and having her handwriting analyzed. And finally, it escalated to actual assault. Alone together in his limo one evening after filming, she claims that he threw himself on top of her and tried to kiss her just as they were pulling up to her hotel. According to her own account of the incident in her memoir, she screamed at him to stop, pushed him off, and jumped out of the car.

On day five of filming the bedroom scene, the birds were actually tied to her clothes, pecking her mercilessly as her character lay helpless on the floor. By the afternoon Hedren was physically and emotionally drained, and when one bird pecked her face dangerously close to her eye, she writes, “I finally snapped.” She cried out, “I’m done,” and sat on the floor, sobbing and exhausted, as the birds were untied. That evening, Hedren saw a doctor who ordered a week of rest. Although Hitchcock attempted to refuse her the time off, arguing they had no one else to film, the doctor insisted. She spent the entire week either sleeping or half-conscious but returned to set the following Monday with her head held high, determined to finish the film.

https://collider.com/the-birds-production-history-explained/

Far canal!

What an arse.

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Date: 14/07/2025 13:23:55
From: Tamb
ID: 2300653
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Michael V said:


Divine Angel said:

Anyone else have crows flying into windows?

My neighbour has dinosaur toys in her windows because of crows, and one has just head butted Mr Mutant’s home office window.

We have not had crows (yet), but several other species have struck our windows. It seems that they are reacting to one of two things:

(a) reflection – when being chased

(b) seeing right through the house (through the window opposite).

There are remedies, but I am not a fan of them for private residences.


I have thieving Currawongs.
All foodstuff has to be in a cupboard or the fridge or they’ll fly in. grab a beakful, and scarper.

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Date: 14/07/2025 13:32:32
From: Divine Angel
ID: 2300654
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Tippi wasn’t the only one. In his first “real” movie, he made June Tripp redo a particularly gruelling physical scene over and over, which ruptured her recent appendectomy scar. He called Madeline Carroll a tart when calling her to set. He spiked Mary Clare’s drink to “loosen her up”. Joan Fontaine was subject to “jokes” where something would be sticking out of Hitchcock’s fly – it turned out to be a cork. He humiliated Kim Novak constantly.

And then there’s the various female staff of the studios.

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Date: 14/07/2025 13:33:30
From: Divine Angel
ID: 2300655
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Tamb said:


Michael V said:

Divine Angel said:

Anyone else have crows flying into windows?

My neighbour has dinosaur toys in her windows because of crows, and one has just head butted Mr Mutant’s home office window.

We have not had crows (yet), but several other species have struck our windows. It seems that they are reacting to one of two things:

(a) reflection – when being chased

(b) seeing right through the house (through the window opposite).

There are remedies, but I am not a fan of them for private residences.


I have thieving Currawongs.
All foodstuff has to be in a cupboard or the fridge or they’ll fly in. grab a beakful, and scarper.

Around these parts, if you leave your school bag open, ibises will steal your lunch.

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Date: 14/07/2025 13:35:53
From: Tamb
ID: 2300656
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Divine Angel said:


Tamb said:

Michael V said:

We have not had crows (yet), but several other species have struck our windows. It seems that they are reacting to one of two things:

(a) reflection – when being chased

(b) seeing right through the house (through the window opposite).

There are remedies, but I am not a fan of them for private residences.


I have thieving Currawongs.
All foodstuff has to be in a cupboard or the fridge or they’ll fly in. grab a beakful, and scarper.

Around these parts, if you leave your school bag open, ibises will steal your lunch.


They’d do it regally and with aplomb.

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Date: 14/07/2025 13:40:57
From: Bogsnorkler
ID: 2300657
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Divine Angel said:


Tamb said:

Michael V said:

We have not had crows (yet), but several other species have struck our windows. It seems that they are reacting to one of two things:

(a) reflection – when being chased

(b) seeing right through the house (through the window opposite).

There are remedies, but I am not a fan of them for private residences.


I have thieving Currawongs.
All foodstuff has to be in a cupboard or the fridge or they’ll fly in. grab a beakful, and scarper.

Around these parts, if you leave your school bag open, ibises will steal your lunch.

“I didn’t steal Little Johnnies lunch! Honest Miss Angel it was the Ibisis”

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Date: 14/07/2025 13:43:54
From: Michael V
ID: 2300658
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Divine Angel said:


Tippi wasn’t the only one. In his first “real” movie, he made June Tripp redo a particularly gruelling physical scene over and over, which ruptured her recent appendectomy scar. He called Madeline Carroll a tart when calling her to set. He spiked Mary Clare’s drink to “loosen her up”. Joan Fontaine was subject to “jokes” where something would be sticking out of Hitchcock’s fly – it turned out to be a cork. He humiliated Kim Novak constantly.

And then there’s the various female staff of the studios.

FMD

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Date: 14/07/2025 13:54:29
From: Cymek
ID: 2300659
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Divine Angel said:


Tippi wasn’t the only one. In his first “real” movie, he made June Tripp redo a particularly gruelling physical scene over and over, which ruptured her recent appendectomy scar. He called Madeline Carroll a tart when calling her to set. He spiked Mary Clare’s drink to “loosen her up”. Joan Fontaine was subject to “jokes” where something would be sticking out of Hitchcock’s fly – it turned out to be a cork. He humiliated Kim Novak constantly.

And then there’s the various female staff of the studios.

Hollywood abusing women since day dot

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Date: 14/07/2025 14:05:04
From: kii
ID: 2300663
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Tamb said:


Michael V said:

Divine Angel said:

Anyone else have crows flying into windows?

My neighbour has dinosaur toys in her windows because of crows, and one has just head butted Mr Mutant’s home office window.

We have not had crows (yet), but several other species have struck our windows. It seems that they are reacting to one of two things:

(a) reflection – when being chased

(b) seeing right through the house (through the window opposite).

There are remedies, but I am not a fan of them for private residences.


I have thieving Currawongs.
All foodstuff has to be in a cupboard or the fridge or they’ll fly in. grab a beakful, and scarper.


Wentworth Falls 2003-ish



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Date: 14/07/2025 14:05:20
From: Divine Angel
ID: 2300664
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Cymek said:


Divine Angel said:

Tippi wasn’t the only one. In his first “real” movie, he made June Tripp redo a particularly gruelling physical scene over and over, which ruptured her recent appendectomy scar. He called Madeline Carroll a tart when calling her to set. He spiked Mary Clare’s drink to “loosen her up”. Joan Fontaine was subject to “jokes” where something would be sticking out of Hitchcock’s fly – it turned out to be a cork. He humiliated Kim Novak constantly.

And then there’s the various female staff of the studios.

Hollywood abusing women since day dot

And these are the ones we know about. Weinstein was an open secret for decades before all was revealed.

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Date: 14/07/2025 14:05:27
From: Divine Angel
ID: 2300665
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Cymek said:


Divine Angel said:

Tippi wasn’t the only one. In his first “real” movie, he made June Tripp redo a particularly gruelling physical scene over and over, which ruptured her recent appendectomy scar. He called Madeline Carroll a tart when calling her to set. He spiked Mary Clare’s drink to “loosen her up”. Joan Fontaine was subject to “jokes” where something would be sticking out of Hitchcock’s fly – it turned out to be a cork. He humiliated Kim Novak constantly.

And then there’s the various female staff of the studios.

Hollywood abusing women since day dot

And these are the ones we know about. Weinstein was an open secret for decades before all was revealed.

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Date: 14/07/2025 14:17:53
From: Witty Rejoinder
ID: 2300666
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Divine Angel said:


Cymek said:

Divine Angel said:

Tippi wasn’t the only one. In his first “real” movie, he made June Tripp redo a particularly gruelling physical scene over and over, which ruptured her recent appendectomy scar. He called Madeline Carroll a tart when calling her to set. He spiked Mary Clare’s drink to “loosen her up”. Joan Fontaine was subject to “jokes” where something would be sticking out of Hitchcock’s fly – it turned out to be a cork. He humiliated Kim Novak constantly.

And then there’s the various female staff of the studios.

Hollywood abusing women since day dot

And these are the ones we know about. Weinstein was an open secret for decades before all was revealed.


Problem was it wasn’t just Hollywood but rather all workplaces where women worked under men in positions of power. It wasn’t called women’s liberation for nothing. I can remember some horrible situations from the 1970s and 80s that I personally witnessed that I was pretty powerless to stop. Things have very slowly become better.

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Date: 14/07/2025 14:17:59
From: dv
ID: 2300667
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

“Shirley Temple wrote in her 1988 autobiography that when aged 12 she was interviewed by Freed with a view to transferring her career to MGM. She wrote that during the interview, Freed unzipped his trousers and exposed himself to her. “Being innocent of male anatomy, she responded by giggling, and he threw her out of his office”, said the actress’s obituary. She also reported this claim on Larry King Live when interviewed on October 25, 1988, further alleging that Louis B. Mayer sexually propositioned her mother in an adjacent room during this incident. Temple stated these are the reasons she left MGM after only one film and returned to Fox. In 2017, actress and dancer Barrie Chase also recounted being the subject of inappropriate conduct by Freed during the mid-1950s. “

—-

Mayer was producer on Ben Hur, and is one of the M in MGM. Freed had production credits on The Wizard of Oz and Brigadoon, dozens of other major pictures.

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Date: 14/07/2025 14:37:30
From: buffy
ID: 2300668
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Weather report: it’s getting dull. I came inside (I was weeding and tidying) but it’s not as late in the day as I thought it was. I must have been efficiently weeding – got more done in a shorter time than expected.

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Date: 14/07/2025 14:55:59
From: Cymek
ID: 2300670
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Looking at how the police conduct investigations is interesting.

This one is a murder.

All these little events that add up to convicting someone.

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Date: 14/07/2025 16:07:17
From: Bubblecar
ID: 2300672
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

It’s World Chimpanzee Day.

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Date: 14/07/2025 16:20:46
From: Cymek
ID: 2300673
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Bubblecar said:


It’s World Chimpanzee Day.


Nice selfie

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Date: 14/07/2025 16:26:34
From: The Rev Dodgson
ID: 2300675
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Bubblecar said:


It’s World Chimpanzee Day.


Jane Goodall is still going it seems.

And here’s a nice little story from her TATE page:

“One of Gary Larson’s Far Side cartoons shows two chimpanzees grooming. One finds a blonde human hair on the other and inquires, “Conducting a little more ‘research’ with that Jane Goodall tramp?” Goodall herself was in Africa at the time. The Jane Goodall Institute thought the cartoon was in bad taste and had its lawyers draft a letter to Larson and his distribution syndicate in which they described the cartoon as an “atrocity”. They were stymied by Goodall herself: when she returned and saw the cartoon, she stated that she found the cartoon amusing.

Since then, all profits from sales of a shirt featuring this cartoon have gone to the Jane Goodall Institute. Goodall wrote a preface to The Far Side Gallery 5, detailing her version of the controversy, and the institute’s letter was included next to the cartoon in the complete Far Side collection. She praised Larson’s creative ideas, which often compare and contrast the behaviour of humans and animals. In 1988, when Larson visited Goodall’s research facility in Tanzania, he was attacked by a chimpanzee named Frodo.”

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Date: 14/07/2025 16:33:59
From: Michael V
ID: 2300677
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

The Rev Dodgson said:


Bubblecar said:

It’s World Chimpanzee Day.


Jane Goodall is still going it seems.

And here’s a nice little story from her TATE page:

“One of Gary Larson’s Far Side cartoons shows two chimpanzees grooming. One finds a blonde human hair on the other and inquires, “Conducting a little more ‘research’ with that Jane Goodall tramp?” Goodall herself was in Africa at the time. The Jane Goodall Institute thought the cartoon was in bad taste and had its lawyers draft a letter to Larson and his distribution syndicate in which they described the cartoon as an “atrocity”. They were stymied by Goodall herself: when she returned and saw the cartoon, she stated that she found the cartoon amusing.

Since then, all profits from sales of a shirt featuring this cartoon have gone to the Jane Goodall Institute. Goodall wrote a preface to The Far Side Gallery 5, detailing her version of the controversy, and the institute’s letter was included next to the cartoon in the complete Far Side collection. She praised Larson’s creative ideas, which often compare and contrast the behaviour of humans and animals. In 1988, when Larson visited Goodall’s research facility in Tanzania, he was attacked by a chimpanzee named Frodo.”

Huh!

TIL.

Ta.

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Date: 14/07/2025 16:46:33
From: Bubblecar
ID: 2300679
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

The Rev Dodgson said:


Bubblecar said:

It’s World Chimpanzee Day.


Jane Goodall is still going it seems.

And here’s a nice little story from her TATE page:

“One of Gary Larson’s Far Side cartoons shows two chimpanzees grooming. One finds a blonde human hair on the other and inquires, “Conducting a little more ‘research’ with that Jane Goodall tramp?” Goodall herself was in Africa at the time. The Jane Goodall Institute thought the cartoon was in bad taste and had its lawyers draft a letter to Larson and his distribution syndicate in which they described the cartoon as an “atrocity”. They were stymied by Goodall herself: when she returned and saw the cartoon, she stated that she found the cartoon amusing.

Since then, all profits from sales of a shirt featuring this cartoon have gone to the Jane Goodall Institute. Goodall wrote a preface to The Far Side Gallery 5, detailing her version of the controversy, and the institute’s letter was included next to the cartoon in the complete Far Side collection. She praised Larson’s creative ideas, which often compare and contrast the behaviour of humans and animals. In 1988, when Larson visited Goodall’s research facility in Tanzania, he was attacked by a chimpanzee named Frodo.”

Heh. I have her book In The Shadow of Man which I bought and read as a teenager.

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Date: 14/07/2025 17:25:42
From: Divine Angel
ID: 2300684
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

I can’t believe my sister doesn’t remember a fundamental event in our teenage years.

Being big fans of Scott Wolf, we wanted to enter a competition to attend the premiere of White Squall, but the phone entries were like $3 each or something, so mum said no. Sister entered anyway, and won. Her punishment was that she couldn’t go.

And she has zero recollection of this.

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Date: 14/07/2025 17:37:33
From: Bubblecar
ID: 2300686
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Divine Angel said:


I can’t believe my sister doesn’t remember a fundamental event in our teenage years.

Being big fans of Scott Wolf, we wanted to enter a competition to attend the premiere of White Squall, but the phone entries were like $3 each or something, so mum said no. Sister entered anyway, and won. Her punishment was that she couldn’t go.

And she has zero recollection of this.

You’d certainly think she’d remember such a harsh punishment.

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Date: 14/07/2025 17:39:02
From: Michael V
ID: 2300687
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Divine Angel said:


I can’t believe my sister doesn’t remember a fundamental event in our teenage years.

Being big fans of Scott Wolf, we wanted to enter a competition to attend the premiere of White Squall, but the phone entries were like $3 each or something, so mum said no. Sister entered anyway, and won. Her punishment was that she couldn’t go.

And she has zero recollection of this.

Memory is a strange thing.

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Date: 14/07/2025 18:35:16
From: party_pants
ID: 2300688
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Bubblecar said:


The Rev Dodgson said:

Bubblecar said:

It’s World Chimpanzee Day.


Jane Goodall is still going it seems.

And here’s a nice little story from her TATE page:

“One of Gary Larson’s Far Side cartoons shows two chimpanzees grooming. One finds a blonde human hair on the other and inquires, “Conducting a little more ‘research’ with that Jane Goodall tramp?” Goodall herself was in Africa at the time. The Jane Goodall Institute thought the cartoon was in bad taste and had its lawyers draft a letter to Larson and his distribution syndicate in which they described the cartoon as an “atrocity”. They were stymied by Goodall herself: when she returned and saw the cartoon, she stated that she found the cartoon amusing.

Since then, all profits from sales of a shirt featuring this cartoon have gone to the Jane Goodall Institute. Goodall wrote a preface to The Far Side Gallery 5, detailing her version of the controversy, and the institute’s letter was included next to the cartoon in the complete Far Side collection. She praised Larson’s creative ideas, which often compare and contrast the behaviour of humans and animals. In 1988, when Larson visited Goodall’s research facility in Tanzania, he was attacked by a chimpanzee named Frodo.”

Heh. I have her book In The Shadow of Man which I bought and read as a teenager.

Someone in the family (possibly my brother) bought all the Far Side Gallery books, including the one with the Foreword by Jane Goodall. I recall reading it.

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Date: 14/07/2025 18:57:56
From: Ian
ID: 2300691
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

party_pants said:


Bubblecar said:

The Rev Dodgson said:

Jane Goodall is still going it seems.

And here’s a nice little story from her TATE page:

“One of Gary Larson’s Far Side cartoons shows two chimpanzees grooming. One finds a blonde human hair on the other and inquires, “Conducting a little more ‘research’ with that Jane Goodall tramp?” Goodall herself was in Africa at the time. The Jane Goodall Institute thought the cartoon was in bad taste and had its lawyers draft a letter to Larson and his distribution syndicate in which they described the cartoon as an “atrocity”. They were stymied by Goodall herself: when she returned and saw the cartoon, she stated that she found the cartoon amusing.

Since then, all profits from sales of a shirt featuring this cartoon have gone to the Jane Goodall Institute. Goodall wrote a preface to The Far Side Gallery 5, detailing her version of the controversy, and the institute’s letter was included next to the cartoon in the complete Far Side collection. She praised Larson’s creative ideas, which often compare and contrast the behaviour of humans and animals. In 1988, when Larson visited Goodall’s research facility in Tanzania, he was attacked by a chimpanzee named Frodo.”

Heh. I have her book In The Shadow of Man which I bought and read as a teenager.

Someone in the family (possibly my brother) bought all the Far Side Gallery books, including the one with the Foreword by Jane Goodall. I recall reading it.

We have several of the FS collections and bought a few of the desk calendars. My brother ripped out the pages of his and wallpapered his toilet with them.

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Date: 14/07/2025 19:09:54
From: Michael V
ID: 2300692
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Ian said:


party_pants said:

Bubblecar said:

Heh. I have her book In The Shadow of Man which I bought and read as a teenager.

Someone in the family (possibly my brother) bought all the Far Side Gallery books, including the one with the Foreword by Jane Goodall. I recall reading it.

We have several of the FS collections and bought a few of the desk calendars. My brother ripped out the pages of his and wallpapered his toilet with them.

:)

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Date: 14/07/2025 19:32:21
From: Peak Warming Man
ID: 2300694
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Sunday 13 July 1662
(Lord’s day) … I had my old pain all yesterday and this morning, and so kept my bed all this morning. So up and after dinner and some of my people to church, I set about taking down my books and papers and making my chamber fit against to-morrow to have the people come to work in pulling down the top of my house. In the evening I walked to the garden and sent for Mr. Turner (who yesterday did give me occasion of speaking to him about the difference between him and me), and I told him my whole mind, and how it was in my power to do him a discourtesy about his place of petty purveyance, and at last did make him see (I think) that it was his concernment to be friendly to me and what belongs to me. After speaking my mind to him and he to me, we walked down and took boat at the Tower and to Deptford, on purpose to sign and seal a couple of warrants, as justice of peace in Kent, against one Annis, who is to be tried next Tuesday, at Maidstone assizes, for stealing some lead out of Woolwich Yard. Going and coming I did discourse with Mr. Turner about the faults of our management of the business of our office, of which he is sensible, but I believe is a very knave. Come home I found a rabbit at the fire, and so supped well, and so to my journall and to bed.

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Date: 14/07/2025 21:09:03
From: Kingy
ID: 2300706
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Evenin’ all.

Just got home from work.

Any interesting news that I have missed out on?

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Date: 14/07/2025 21:13:20
From: captain_spalding
ID: 2300708
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Kingy said:


Evenin’ all.

Just got home from work.

Any interesting news that I have missed out on?

Depends on how long you’ve been at work.

For instance, were you aware that Hitler annexed the Sudetenland, and things got notably worse for a while after that?

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Date: 14/07/2025 21:21:55
From: Michael V
ID: 2300710
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Kingy said:


Evenin’ all.

Just got home from work.

Any interesting news that I have missed out on?

I dunno.

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Date: 14/07/2025 21:24:11
From: transition
ID: 2300711
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

been rain gently for quite a while now

my read

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Diclofenac

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Indian_vulture_crisis

“..With a loss of over 99% of all the population of vultures, the Indian vulture crisis represents the sharpest decline of any animal in the given period. A major contributing factor in declining populations of vultures is believed to be the widespread use of drugs such as diclofenac, a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) once commonly given to livestock. The drug is believed to have been passed onto the vultures through the flesh of dead cattle who were given diclofenac in their last days of life, which then causes kidney failure in vultures…”

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Date: 14/07/2025 21:27:23
From: party_pants
ID: 2300712
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Kingy said:


Evenin’ all.

Just got home from work.

Any interesting news that I have missed out on?

The crickets scores have been interesting. Apart from that, nothing much has captured my asttention.

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Date: 14/07/2025 21:27:26
From: transition
ID: 2300713
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

transition said:


been rain gently for quite a while now

my read

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Diclofenac

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Indian_vulture_crisis

“..With a loss of over 99% of all the population of vultures, the Indian vulture crisis represents the sharpest decline of any animal in the given period. A major contributing factor in declining populations of vultures is believed to be the widespread use of drugs such as diclofenac, a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) once commonly given to livestock. The drug is believed to have been passed onto the vultures through the flesh of dead cattle who were given diclofenac in their last days of life, which then causes kidney failure in vultures…”

putting it out there, a warning to vultures, if I die don’t eat my knees or elbows

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Date: 14/07/2025 21:27:35
From: captain_spalding
ID: 2300714
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Well, there’s your problem…

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Date: 14/07/2025 21:30:02
From: Michael V
ID: 2300718
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

captain_spalding said:


Well, there’s your problem…


Somebody’s lucky…

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Date: 14/07/2025 23:42:32
From: AussieDJ
ID: 2300729
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Michael V said:


captain_spalding said:

Well, there’s your problem…


Somebody’s lucky…

Wanted to give away: one, unexploded, mortar shell ….
Acquirer will be responsible for its safe removal from current repository.

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Date: 15/07/2025 04:21:27
From: kii
ID: 2300738
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Strange night.

Randomly scrolling on Instagram I came across a what’s been happening with a former bookstore colleague. She’s an artist, amazing work especially portraits.

About 5 years ago she went through the removal of 2 teratomas, one on each of her ovaries. One had a tooth and the other had a wad of hair.

This year she had a brain bleed. Lost her vision for a bit.

Being an artist she has documented the two health journeys. Photos of her teratomas after dissection. Scans of her brain bleed and treatment.

So, that kept me awake for a bit.

I also came across a portrait of a familiar woman – me. Quite a few years ago she asked if anyone was willing to model for photos which might be used for her paintings, so I volunteered. We lost touch, and I left the bookstore.

Strange night.

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Date: 15/07/2025 07:19:07
From: buffy
ID: 2300740
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Good morning Holidayers. Presently 4 degrees at the back door. There was some rain during the night. Now there is a light fog outside. We are forecast 13 degrees with a possible shower.

Our archery friend isn’t having breakfast with us today as he is still en route coming home from a tournament in Mildura. So we are going to have a bakery breakfast and then go to the bush. Mr buffy will do more firewood and I will do a fungi foray around the “Orchid Track”, along the “East West Track” to the “Grader Track” and back to the shed.

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Date: 15/07/2025 07:25:17
From: buffy
ID: 2300741
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

I’ve got an email ostensibly from NAB about a transaction that needs approval. That would be interesting. I haven’t got a NAB account.

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Date: 15/07/2025 08:36:15
From: Tamb
ID: 2300744
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

buffy said:


Good morning Holidayers. Presently 4 degrees at the back door. There was some rain during the night. Now there is a light fog outside. We are forecast 13 degrees with a possible shower.

Our archery friend isn’t having breakfast with us today as he is still en route coming home from a tournament in Mildura. So we are going to have a bakery breakfast and then go to the bush. Mr buffy will do more firewood and I will do a fungi foray around the “Orchid Track”, along the “East West Track” to the “Grader Track” and back to the shed.


It was 6° first thing this morning but now it’s warmed to 11°

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Date: 15/07/2025 08:39:19
From: Divine Angel
ID: 2300745
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Sunny, clear, and cold. Heading for a top of 21.

The crossing guard at Mini Me’s school has a crush on walkies friend, so was disappointed not to see her today, and even more disappointed to learn she’s away all week LOL.

Just got a text to say my delivery is on its way, so that’s likely the most exciting thing to happen all day 🥳

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Date: 15/07/2025 09:27:15
From: Bubblecar
ID: 2300750
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Heading for 10 here today, no rain until tonight. So I have bedding in the washing machine.

Cleaning of various surfaces throughout the house today. Vacuuming of floors tomorrow.

Mainland sister definitely seems to be rallying somewhat. Sitting up more, eating more, talking more.

She knows this is the last leg but it may last longer and be more worthwhile than she was expecting.

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Date: 15/07/2025 09:28:49
From: Divine Angel
ID: 2300751
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Bubblecar said:


Heading for 10 here today, no rain until tonight. So I have bedding in the washing machine.

Cleaning of various surfaces throughout the house today. Vacuuming of floors tomorrow.

Mainland sister definitely seems to be rallying somewhat. Sitting up more, eating more, talking more.

She knows this is the last leg but it may last longer and be more worthwhile than she was expecting.

It’s a strange time of life. She sounds like she’s gonna keep fighting til the end.

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Date: 15/07/2025 09:50:02
From: transition
ID: 2300752
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

another 13mm rain overnight

reckon is 76mm for the month

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Date: 15/07/2025 09:58:09
From: Tamb
ID: 2300753
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

transition said:


another 13mm rain overnight

reckon is 76mm for the month

Dry season here. Normal July rain 29mm but so far this month 0.6mm

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Date: 15/07/2025 10:17:19
From: Cymek
ID: 2300754
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Hello

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Date: 15/07/2025 10:17:48
From: Cymek
ID: 2300755
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Bubblecar said:


Heading for 10 here today, no rain until tonight. So I have bedding in the washing machine.

Cleaning of various surfaces throughout the house today. Vacuuming of floors tomorrow.

Mainland sister definitely seems to be rallying somewhat. Sitting up more, eating more, talking more.

She knows this is the last leg but it may last longer and be more worthwhile than she was expecting.

That is good considering the circumstances

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Date: 15/07/2025 10:19:37
From: Divine Angel
ID: 2300756
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Tamb said:


transition said:

another 13mm rain overnight

reckon is 76mm for the month

Dry season here. Normal July rain 29mm but so far this month 0.6mm

We’ve had more rain than average, but fewer wet days.

And I think I would remember a 50+ degree day, especially in winter.

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Date: 15/07/2025 10:22:28
From: Tamb
ID: 2300757
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Cymek said:


Hello

Lo.

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Date: 15/07/2025 10:23:02
From: Peak Warming Man
ID: 2300758
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Divine Angel said:


Tamb said:

transition said:

another 13mm rain overnight

reckon is 76mm for the month

Dry season here. Normal July rain 29mm but so far this month 0.6mm

We’ve had more rain than average, but fewer wet days.

And I think I would remember a 50+ degree day, especially in winter.

Where’s that for?

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Date: 15/07/2025 10:24:35
From: Peak Warming Man
ID: 2300759
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Morning pilgrims, it’s fine but a bit overcast in the Pearl of the South Specific.

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Date: 15/07/2025 10:25:27
From: Brindabellas
ID: 2300760
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Bubblecar said:


Heading for 10 here today, no rain until tonight. So I have bedding in the washing machine.

Cleaning of various surfaces throughout the house today. Vacuuming of floors tomorrow.

Mainland sister definitely seems to be rallying somewhat. Sitting up more, eating more, talking more.

She knows this is the last leg but it may last longer and be more worthwhile than she was expecting.

I am saddened to read about your sister, sending you lots of love.

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Date: 15/07/2025 10:28:31
From: Divine Angel
ID: 2300761
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Peak Warming Man said:


Divine Angel said:

Tamb said:

Dry season here. Normal July rain 29mm but so far this month 0.6mm

We’ve had more rain than average, but fewer wet days.

And I think I would remember a 50+ degree day, especially in winter.

Where’s that for?

Redcliffe

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Date: 15/07/2025 10:29:13
From: Brindabellas
ID: 2300762
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Morning,

Today I was to visit dad in his aged care home, but there is a covid outbreak, so they are discouraging visitors. So I am have a bit of a quieter morning,

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Date: 15/07/2025 10:32:45
From: Divine Angel
ID: 2300764
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Brindabellas said:


Morning,

Today I was to visit dad in his aged care home, but there is a covid outbreak, so they are discouraging visitors. So I am have a bit of a quieter morning,

Oh dear 😞

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Date: 15/07/2025 10:33:01
From: Tamb
ID: 2300765
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Divine Angel said:


Peak Warming Man said:

Divine Angel said:

We’ve had more rain than average, but fewer wet days.

And I think I would remember a 50+ degree day, especially in winter.

Where’s that for?

Redcliffe


Degrees F maybe.

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Date: 15/07/2025 10:37:20
From: Bogsnorkler
ID: 2300766
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Divine Angel said:


Tamb said:

transition said:

another 13mm rain overnight

reckon is 76mm for the month

Dry season here. Normal July rain 29mm but so far this month 0.6mm

We’ve had more rain than average, but fewer wet days.

And I think I would remember a 50+ degree day, especially in winter.

the day the redcliffe weather station was engulfed in flames.

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Date: 15/07/2025 10:46:19
From: Peak Warming Man
ID: 2300768
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Divine Angel said:


Peak Warming Man said:

Divine Angel said:

We’ve had more rain than average, but fewer wet days.

And I think I would remember a 50+ degree day, especially in winter.

Where’s that for?

Redcliffe

I think they have got that wrong.
I don’t think I’ve ever seen a 51 degree high in Brisbane or environs in summer let alone July.

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Date: 15/07/2025 10:49:58
From: The Rev Dodgson
ID: 2300770
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Peak Warming Man said:


Divine Angel said:

Peak Warming Man said:

Where’s that for?

Redcliffe

I think they have got that wrong.
I don’t think I’ve ever seen a 51 degree high in Brisbane or environs in summer let alone July.

That was the American work experience kid, who only lasted there one day.

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Date: 15/07/2025 10:49:58
From: Bubblecar
ID: 2300771
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Brindabellas said:


Morning,

Today I was to visit dad in his aged care home, but there is a covid outbreak, so they are discouraging visitors. So I am have a bit of a quieter morning,

Thanks Brindabellas.

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Date: 15/07/2025 10:50:41
From: Bubblecar
ID: 2300772
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Brindabellas said:


Bubblecar said:

Heading for 10 here today, no rain until tonight. So I have bedding in the washing machine.

Cleaning of various surfaces throughout the house today. Vacuuming of floors tomorrow.

Mainland sister definitely seems to be rallying somewhat. Sitting up more, eating more, talking more.

She knows this is the last leg but it may last longer and be more worthwhile than she was expecting.

I am saddened to read about your sister, sending you lots of love.

Um, right post this time: thanks Brindabellas :)

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Date: 15/07/2025 11:00:10
From: Bubblecar
ID: 2300773
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Bubblecar said:


Brindabellas said:

Bubblecar said:

Heading for 10 here today, no rain until tonight. So I have bedding in the washing machine.

Cleaning of various surfaces throughout the house today. Vacuuming of floors tomorrow.

Mainland sister definitely seems to be rallying somewhat. Sitting up more, eating more, talking more.

She knows this is the last leg but it may last longer and be more worthwhile than she was expecting.

I am saddened to read about your sister, sending you lots of love.

Um, right post this time: thanks Brindabellas :)

…and I hope your Dad avoids the covid.

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Date: 15/07/2025 11:17:21
From: Michael V
ID: 2300776
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Divine Angel said:


Tamb said:

transition said:

another 13mm rain overnight

reckon is 76mm for the month

Dry season here. Normal July rain 29mm but so far this month 0.6mm

We’ve had more rain than average, but fewer wet days.

And I think I would remember a 50+ degree day, especially in winter.

AI hey. Is there nothing it can’t muck up?

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Date: 15/07/2025 11:21:14
From: Michael V
ID: 2300778
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Tamb said:


Divine Angel said:

Peak Warming Man said:

Where’s that for?

Redcliffe


Degrees F maybe.

Most likely transposed numerals.

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Date: 15/07/2025 11:21:33
From: Divine Angel
ID: 2300779
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Michael V said:


Divine Angel said:

Tamb said:

Dry season here. Normal July rain 29mm but so far this month 0.6mm

We’ve had more rain than average, but fewer wet days.

And I think I would remember a 50+ degree day, especially in winter.

AI hey. Is there nothing it can’t muck up?

This graph is from willyweather, under the “long term monthly” tab when you change it to “all time” and “July”.

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Date: 15/07/2025 11:24:04
From: Tamb
ID: 2300780
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Michael V said:


Tamb said:

Divine Angel said:

Redcliffe


Degrees F maybe.

Most likely transposed numerals.


I suggested F because 50 F is about 10 C.

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Date: 15/07/2025 11:24:16
From: The Rev Dodgson
ID: 2300781
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Divine Angel said:


Michael V said:

Divine Angel said:

We’ve had more rain than average, but fewer wet days.

And I think I would remember a 50+ degree day, especially in winter.

AI hey. Is there nothing it can’t muck up?

This graph is from willyweather, under the “long term monthly” tab when you change it to “all time” and “July”.

Well what can you expect if you dally and dilly at a silly site called willyweather?

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Date: 15/07/2025 11:34:57
From: Michael V
ID: 2300785
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

I’d better go and do the washing up. bbl.

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Date: 15/07/2025 11:35:33
From: kii
ID: 2300786
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

In other news…
I’ve previously mentioned that I live on the Rio Grande flood plain, and when we get flood warnings I always think of the scenarios involving the river flooding. This city has the added danger of flooding from various arroyos that run down from the mountains. I remember one year we drove across the bridge over an smallish arroyo near here during heavy run-off. Frighteningly fast long after the storms had passed.

There is a really large dam that was constructed in 1975 to reduce flood damages from flows originating in the Las Cruces and Alameda Arroyos.

https://www.spa.usace.army.mil/Media/Fact-Sheets/Fact-Sheet-Article-View/article/479101/las-cruces-dam-environmental-restoration/

Anyway, my thoughts went back a proposal put forward a few years ago to develop the land behind the dam wall as the city was growing very fast. It was knocked back, because…flooding.

So, that was interesting.

When we lived across town we overlooked part of this big arroyo and I’d watch various wildlife, including coyote and roadrunners*, through my binoculars.

*Please, don’t be obvious and make jokes about these animals.

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Date: 15/07/2025 11:44:41
From: dv
ID: 2300789
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Whoever thought of building there must be really a crazy clown

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Date: 15/07/2025 11:47:45
From: kii
ID: 2300792
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

dv said:


Whoever thought of building there must be really a crazy clown

Lol…
Yes.

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Date: 15/07/2025 12:18:36
From: Michael V
ID: 2300795
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

kii said:


In other news…
I’ve previously mentioned that I live on the Rio Grande flood plain, and when we get flood warnings I always think of the scenarios involving the river flooding. This city has the added danger of flooding from various arroyos that run down from the mountains. I remember one year we drove across the bridge over an smallish arroyo near here during heavy run-off. Frighteningly fast long after the storms had passed.

There is a really large dam that was constructed in 1975 to reduce flood damages from flows originating in the Las Cruces and Alameda Arroyos.

https://www.spa.usace.army.mil/Media/Fact-Sheets/Fact-Sheet-Article-View/article/479101/las-cruces-dam-environmental-restoration/

Anyway, my thoughts went back a proposal put forward a few years ago to develop the land behind the dam wall as the city was growing very fast. It was knocked back, because…flooding.

So, that was interesting.

When we lived across town we overlooked part of this big arroyo and I’d watch various wildlife, including coyote and roadrunners*, through my binoculars.

*Please, don’t be obvious and make jokes about these animals.

I recognised roadrunners immediately I saw one in California. We ended up seeing lots. I had always thought they were a bird “made-up” for cartoons. I laughed so hard when I realised that they were real birds, and I had been tricked for so long.

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Date: 15/07/2025 12:34:01
From: Peak Warming Man
ID: 2300797
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Monday 14 July 1662
Up by 4 o’clock and to my arithmetique, and so to my office till 8, then to Thames Street along with old Mr. Green, among the tarr-men, and did instruct myself in the nature and prices of tarr, but could not get Stockholm for the use of the office under 10l. 15s. per last, which is a great price. So home, and at noon Dr. T. Pepys came to me, and he and I to the Exchequer, and so back to dinner, where by chance comes Mr. Pierce, the chyrurgeon, and then Mr. Battersby, the minister, and then Mr. Dun, and it happened that I had a haunch of venison boiled, and so they were very wellcome and merry; but my simple Dr. do talk so like a fool that I am weary of him. They being gone, to my office again, and there all the afternoon, and at night home and took a few turns with my wife in the garden and so to bed. My house being this day almost quite untiled in order to its rising higher. This night I began to put on my waistcoat also. I found the pageant in Cornhill taken down, which was pretty strange.

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Date: 15/07/2025 13:22:29
From: Divine Angel
ID: 2300804
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Michael V said:


kii said:

In other news…
I’ve previously mentioned that I live on the Rio Grande flood plain, and when we get flood warnings I always think of the scenarios involving the river flooding. This city has the added danger of flooding from various arroyos that run down from the mountains. I remember one year we drove across the bridge over an smallish arroyo near here during heavy run-off. Frighteningly fast long after the storms had passed.

There is a really large dam that was constructed in 1975 to reduce flood damages from flows originating in the Las Cruces and Alameda Arroyos.

https://www.spa.usace.army.mil/Media/Fact-Sheets/Fact-Sheet-Article-View/article/479101/las-cruces-dam-environmental-restoration/

Anyway, my thoughts went back a proposal put forward a few years ago to develop the land behind the dam wall as the city was growing very fast. It was knocked back, because…flooding.

So, that was interesting.

When we lived across town we overlooked part of this big arroyo and I’d watch various wildlife, including coyote and roadrunners*, through my binoculars.

*Please, don’t be obvious and make jokes about these animals.

I recognised roadrunners immediately I saw one in California. We ended up seeing lots. I had always thought they were a bird “made-up” for cartoons. I laughed so hard when I realised that they were real birds, and I had been tricked for so long.

I knew they were real, but surprised when I learned they weren’t emu-sized.

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Date: 15/07/2025 13:24:54
From: Cymek
ID: 2300805
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Divine Angel said:


Michael V said:

kii said:

In other news…
I’ve previously mentioned that I live on the Rio Grande flood plain, and when we get flood warnings I always think of the scenarios involving the river flooding. This city has the added danger of flooding from various arroyos that run down from the mountains. I remember one year we drove across the bridge over an smallish arroyo near here during heavy run-off. Frighteningly fast long after the storms had passed.

There is a really large dam that was constructed in 1975 to reduce flood damages from flows originating in the Las Cruces and Alameda Arroyos.

https://www.spa.usace.army.mil/Media/Fact-Sheets/Fact-Sheet-Article-View/article/479101/las-cruces-dam-environmental-restoration/

Anyway, my thoughts went back a proposal put forward a few years ago to develop the land behind the dam wall as the city was growing very fast. It was knocked back, because…flooding.

So, that was interesting.

When we lived across town we overlooked part of this big arroyo and I’d watch various wildlife, including coyote and roadrunners*, through my binoculars.

*Please, don’t be obvious and make jokes about these animals.

I recognised roadrunners immediately I saw one in California. We ended up seeing lots. I had always thought they were a bird “made-up” for cartoons. I laughed so hard when I realised that they were real birds, and I had been tricked for so long.

I knew they were real, but surprised when I learned they weren’t emu-sized.

Coyotes run faster as well

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Date: 15/07/2025 13:36:28
From: Peak Warming Man
ID: 2300806
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Finally.
https://youtu.be/bj78yCaumpc

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Date: 15/07/2025 14:02:43
From: Michael V
ID: 2300807
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Peak Warming Man said:


Finally.
https://youtu.be/bj78yCaumpc

LOLOLOLOLOLOL

:)

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Date: 15/07/2025 15:30:40
From: buffy
ID: 2300817
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

We are back. I’ve got 70 odd photos of fungi to sort, label etc. Where is Woodie? I think we are going to need the splitter…

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Date: 15/07/2025 15:34:53
From: Peak Warming Man
ID: 2300818
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

buffy said:


We are back. I’ve got 70 odd photos of fungi to sort, label etc. Where is Woodie? I think we are going to need the splitter…


LOL
Iron bark?

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Date: 15/07/2025 15:35:05
From: captain_spalding
ID: 2300819
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

buffy said:


We are back. I’ve got 70 odd photos of fungi to sort, label etc. Where is Woodie? I think we are going to need the splitter…


https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GldgZFE4u-Y

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Date: 15/07/2025 15:36:43
From: Peak Warming Man
ID: 2300820
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

One day it’s going to go bang.

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Date: 15/07/2025 15:41:11
From: Woodie
ID: 2300821
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

buffy said:


We are back. I’ve got 70 odd photos of fungi to sort, label etc. Where is Woodie? I think we are going to need the splitter…


How did you get THAT in the ute? It’d hafta weigh two tons!!😮

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Date: 15/07/2025 15:44:36
From: Bubblecar
ID: 2300823
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Woodie said:


buffy said:

We are back. I’ve got 70 odd photos of fungi to sort, label etc. Where is Woodie? I think we are going to need the splitter…


How did you get THAT in the ute? It’d hafta weigh two tons!!😮

Mt buffy took one end, buffy the other, and an elephant in the middle.

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Date: 15/07/2025 15:44:58
From: Bogsnorkler
ID: 2300824
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Woodie said:


buffy said:

We are back. I’ve got 70 odd photos of fungi to sort, label etc. Where is Woodie? I think we are going to need the splitter…


How did you get THAT in the ute? It’d hafta weigh two tons!!😮

hopefully not as that would put it over the payload weight.

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Date: 15/07/2025 15:45:03
From: Bubblecar
ID: 2300825
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Mt = Mr :)

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Date: 15/07/2025 15:47:17
From: Bubblecar
ID: 2300826
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Time to retrieve bedding from the hoist of Hills.

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Date: 15/07/2025 15:56:07
From: Peak Warming Man
ID: 2300827
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Woodie said:


buffy said:

We are back. I’ve got 70 odd photos of fungi to sort, label etc. Where is Woodie? I think we are going to need the splitter…


How did you get THAT in the ute? It’d hafta weigh two tons!!😮

Buffy had to put it in as Mr Buffy had a sudden twinge.

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Date: 15/07/2025 15:56:39
From: buffy
ID: 2300828
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Peak Warming Man said:


buffy said:

We are back. I’ve got 70 odd photos of fungi to sort, label etc. Where is Woodie? I think we are going to need the splitter…


LOL
Iron bark?

Brown stringybark.

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Date: 15/07/2025 15:57:27
From: buffy
ID: 2300829
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Woodie said:


buffy said:

We are back. I’ve got 70 odd photos of fungi to sort, label etc. Where is Woodie? I think we are going to need the splitter…


How did you get THAT in the ute? It’d hafta weigh two tons!!😮

Forks on the tractor. Mr buffy intends to cut it on the ute tray. Then it will visit the splitter.

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Date: 15/07/2025 15:58:12
From: buffy
ID: 2300830
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Peak Warming Man said:


Woodie said:

buffy said:

We are back. I’ve got 70 odd photos of fungi to sort, label etc. Where is Woodie? I think we are going to need the splitter…


How did you get THAT in the ute? It’d hafta weigh two tons!!😮

Buffy had to put it in as Mr Buffy had a sudden twinge.

:) No comment…

Buffy did have something to say about always finding the most difficult way of doing things.

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Date: 15/07/2025 16:34:15
From: Bubblecar
ID: 2300832
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Nearly finished today’s housework. Just the bed to make with fresh bedding and the washing up to do (before making more mess with dinner).

Left for tomorrow: the bathroom, the complete hoovering, various other penultimate tidying.

Agent should be more than usually happy on Thursday (last visit she told me the owner feels particularly lucky to have me as a tenant).

All little mould spots have been removed from laundry ceiling and any other patches in that back section of the house.

In the garden, not only are the lawns and beds looking perfect, several prominent giant hedges have been neatly manicured.

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Date: 15/07/2025 16:40:06
From: kii
ID: 2300833
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

LOL..trump pushed to back of stage.
Club World Cup Final trophy video.

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Date: 15/07/2025 17:03:42
From: Michael V
ID: 2300834
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

buffy said:


We are back. I’ve got 70 odd photos of fungi to sort, label etc. Where is Woodie? I think we are going to need the splitter…


And a crane too, it seems.

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Date: 15/07/2025 17:56:20
From: Peak Warming Man
ID: 2300837
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

David Joseph Cousins the lead singer of the Strawbs is no longer part of the union.

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Date: 15/07/2025 18:08:08
From: Bubblecar
ID: 2300838
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Peak Warming Man said:


David Joseph Cousins the lead singer of the Strawbs is no longer part of the union.

Strawbs – Part Of The Union

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Date: 15/07/2025 18:27:48
From: party_pants
ID: 2300839
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

buffy said:


Woodie said:

buffy said:

We are back. I’ve got 70 odd photos of fungi to sort, label etc. Where is Woodie? I think we are going to need the splitter…


How did you get THAT in the ute? It’d hafta weigh two tons!!😮

Forks on the tractor. Mr buffy intends to cut it on the ute tray. Then it will visit the splitter.

Machinery is good for lifting heavy things :)

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Date: 15/07/2025 20:27:13
From: buffy
ID: 2300849
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

OK, I’ve caught up with what you lot were doing today. Now I’m off to watch Dr Ann’s doco on bull sharks.

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Date: 15/07/2025 20:31:17
From: Kingy
ID: 2300851
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Peak Warming Man said:


One day it’s going to go bang.

Says the guy who was told that it would be a good investment to buy one at $100.

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Date: 15/07/2025 21:04:08
From: Divine Angel
ID: 2300861
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Dunno why Sinister is regarded as the scariest movie, Hereditary is more scarierer IMO

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Date: 15/07/2025 21:22:41
From: Bogsnorkler
ID: 2300866
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

I never realised how well my parents raised me until I met you lot.

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Date: 15/07/2025 21:36:49
From: Peak Warming Man
ID: 2300869
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

What’s wrong with Elbows neck?

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Date: 15/07/2025 21:59:44
From: Bubblecar
ID: 2300874
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

No bicycles tonight ‘cos the lazy baskets are having a rest day.

I’m reading House Beautifuls from the 1930s and listening to flute music.

The birdies in my loft are joining in, or they might be telling me to turn that racket off.

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Date: 16/07/2025 00:25:59
From: dv
ID: 2300891
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

In short:
Indian-born runner Fauja Singh, believed to be the world’s oldest marathon runner has died after a hit-and-run at age 114.

Mr Singh became the oldest man to run a full marathon in 2011 at the age of 100 in Toronto.

He ran his last competitive race in 2013 at the age of 101.

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Date: 16/07/2025 00:32:05
From: Bubblecar
ID: 2300892
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

dv said:


In short:
Indian-born runner Fauja Singh, believed to be the world’s oldest marathon runner has died after a hit-and-run at age 114.

Mr Singh became the oldest man to run a full marathon in 2011 at the age of 100 in Toronto.

He ran his last competitive race in 2013 at the age of 101.

Damn, rotten luck.

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Date: 16/07/2025 06:49:43
From: Divine Angel
ID: 2300900
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Sunny, light winds, top of 23.

Some sort of respiratory virus hit me hard last night. Gah!

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Date: 16/07/2025 06:58:17
From: buffy
ID: 2300901
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Good morning Holidayers. Presently 6 degrees at the back door, still dark, it has been raining. We are forecast 13 degrees with showers.

Today is supermarketing and archery day.

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Date: 16/07/2025 07:44:04
From: Divine Angel
ID: 2300903
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Got any big plans for the weekend, Spiny? 🎂

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Date: 16/07/2025 08:08:20
From: Michael V
ID: 2300905
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Peak Warming Man said:


What’s wrong with Elbows neck?

Some excess fat. Too many official banquets.

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Date: 16/07/2025 08:16:17
From: Bogsnorkler
ID: 2300908
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

https://www.facebook.com/photo?fbid=186738026128567&set=pcb.186738976128472

Link

Museums ask people to recreate works of art at home, and here are 30 of the best.

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Date: 16/07/2025 08:23:28
From: Michael V
ID: 2300909
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Divine Angel said:


Sunny, light winds, top of 23.

Some sort of respiratory virus hit me hard last night. Gah!

Bloody!

Get well quickly.

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Date: 16/07/2025 08:24:41
From: Divine Angel
ID: 2300910
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Michael V said:


Divine Angel said:

Sunny, light winds, top of 23.

Some sort of respiratory virus hit me hard last night. Gah!

Bloody!

Get well quickly.

Rain, hail, or shine, I’m going to Jesus Christ Superstar on Saturday! 😤

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Date: 16/07/2025 08:35:23
From: Michael V
ID: 2300912
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Divine Angel said:


Michael V said:

Divine Angel said:

Sunny, light winds, top of 23.

Some sort of respiratory virus hit me hard last night. Gah!

Bloody!

Get well quickly.

Rain, hail, or shine, I’m going to Jesus Christ Superstar on Saturday! 😤

I’ve already seen it.

Pre Marcia Hines…

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Date: 16/07/2025 08:43:16
From: Bogsnorkler
ID: 2300913
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

https://www.skepticalraptor.com/skepticalraptorblog.php/rfk-jr-wants-to-overhaul-vaccine-court-while-ignoring-facts/

Link

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Date: 16/07/2025 09:37:06
From: Divine Angel
ID: 2300916
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

SA is trialling ADHD diagnosis by GPs.

https://www.abc.net.au/news/health/2025-07-16/gp-adhd-reforms-cost-prescription-barriers/105506464

One of the sticking points seems to be ADHD appointments won’t be bulk billed. Currently in Qld, one needs to be diagnosed by a psychiatrist or paediatrician at an average cost of over $2000 out of pocket, plus months on a waiting list even for a consult never mind the testing and diagnostic appointments.

The proposal says out of pocket will be about $400, which is a lot better than $2000+.

However it will put more strain on availability of ADHD meds which are already in short supply.

In general though, I think GPs diagnosing ADHD is a good thing.

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Date: 16/07/2025 09:47:58
From: Tamb
ID: 2300917
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Michael V said:


Divine Angel said:

Sunny, light winds, top of 23.

Some sort of respiratory virus hit me hard last night. Gah!

Bloody!

Get well quickly.


Probably anthrax :)

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Date: 16/07/2025 09:52:53
From: Divine Angel
ID: 2300919
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

The mystery of a possum pooping in a toilet

https://www.reddit.com/r/brisbane/s/pn1mPjHGtw

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Date: 16/07/2025 09:55:20
From: transition
ID: 2300920
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

make my own coffee, Win 11 materializer is hopelessly unreliable, never worked since originally got the laptop, even via remote access with all the good intentions in the world the feature does not work

I rang Mr Gates, spoke to me condescendingly as if I was insane

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Date: 16/07/2025 09:57:12
From: Tamb
ID: 2300921
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

transition said:


make my own coffee, Win 11 materializer is hopelessly unreliable, never worked since originally got the laptop, even via remote access with all the good intentions in the world the feature does not work

I rang Mr Gates, spoke to me condescendingly as if I was insane


I have Win 11 & it is adequate but far from great.

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Date: 16/07/2025 09:58:49
From: Peak Warming Man
ID: 2300922
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Morning pilgrims, spiffing winters day in the Pearl etc.

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Date: 16/07/2025 10:03:44
From: transition
ID: 2300923
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Tamb said:


transition said:

make my own coffee, Win 11 materializer is hopelessly unreliable, never worked since originally got the laptop, even via remote access with all the good intentions in the world the feature does not work

I rang Mr Gates, spoke to me condescendingly as if I was insane


I have Win 11 & it is adequate but far from great.

I bet ya fuckin’ materializer doesn’t work, scotty

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Date: 16/07/2025 10:05:13
From: transition
ID: 2300924
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

transition said:


Tamb said:

transition said:

make my own coffee, Win 11 materializer is hopelessly unreliable, never worked since originally got the laptop, even via remote access with all the good intentions in the world the feature does not work

I rang Mr Gates, spoke to me condescendingly as if I was insane


I have Win 11 & it is adequate but far from great.

I bet ya fuckin’ materializer doesn’t work, scotty

subject Win 11 I think it great, just specifically the materializer is shit

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Date: 16/07/2025 10:06:04
From: Peak Warming Man
ID: 2300925
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

transition said:


transition said:

Tamb said:

I have Win 11 & it is adequate but far from great.

I bet ya fuckin’ materializer doesn’t work, scotty

subject Win 11 I think it great, just specifically the materializer is shit

Settle down.

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Date: 16/07/2025 10:06:12
From: Cymek
ID: 2300926
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Hello

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Date: 16/07/2025 10:06:18
From: Michael V
ID: 2300927
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Tamb said:


Michael V said:

Divine Angel said:

Sunny, light winds, top of 23.

Some sort of respiratory virus hit me hard last night. Gah!

Bloody!

Get well quickly.


Probably anthrax :)

Unlikely. DA doesn’t live in Australia’s Anthrax Belt.

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Date: 16/07/2025 10:07:09
From: Tamb
ID: 2300928
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Cymek said:


Hello

Lo.

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Date: 16/07/2025 10:08:46
From: Tamb
ID: 2300929
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Michael V said:


Tamb said:

Michael V said:

Bloody!

Get well quickly.


Probably anthrax :)

Unlikely. DA doesn’t live in Australia’s Anthrax Belt.


Last night’s Foyle’s war was about anthrax.

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Date: 16/07/2025 10:13:10
From: Bubblecar
ID: 2300931
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

transition said:


transition said:

Tamb said:

I have Win 11 & it is adequate but far from great.

I bet ya fuckin’ materializer doesn’t work, scotty

subject Win 11 I think it great, just specifically the materializer is shit

‘Cos you’re leaving off the de. It’s a dematerializer.

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Date: 16/07/2025 10:14:05
From: Cymek
ID: 2300933
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Tamb said:


transition said:

make my own coffee, Win 11 materializer is hopelessly unreliable, never worked since originally got the laptop, even via remote access with all the good intentions in the world the feature does not work

I rang Mr Gates, spoke to me condescendingly as if I was insane


I have Win 11 & it is adequate but far from great.

Work is upgrading to Windows 11 over the next few months

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Date: 16/07/2025 10:15:29
From: transition
ID: 2300934
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Bubblecar said:


transition said:

transition said:

I bet ya fuckin’ materializer doesn’t work, scotty

subject Win 11 I think it great, just specifically the materializer is shit

‘Cos you’re leaving off the de. It’s a dematerializer.

slaps self in face jeeez I may die of embarrassment, i’m going to back out of the room slowly now, I wasn’t here you’ve forgotten I exist

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Date: 16/07/2025 10:16:08
From: Peak Warming Man
ID: 2300935
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

There is a baby whale near the opera house, apparently’
Someone posted this in the Sea Eagle web cam, no time stamp on it but Sydney is looking gorgeous.

for anyone interested, there is a young whale near the Opera House and now the Quay
Ferries and others are being held up, National Parks are there ‘babysitting’ the whale
https://webcamsydney.com

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Date: 16/07/2025 10:16:55
From: Tamb
ID: 2300936
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Bubblecar said:


transition said:

transition said:

I bet ya fuckin’ materializer doesn’t work, scotty

subject Win 11 I think it great, just specifically the materializer is shit

‘Cos you’re leaving off the de. It’s a dematerializer.


C4 is good for that.

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Date: 16/07/2025 10:34:51
From: Michael V
ID: 2300942
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Peak Warming Man said:


There is a baby whale near the opera house, apparently’
Someone posted this in the Sea Eagle web cam, no time stamp on it but Sydney is looking gorgeous.

for anyone interested, there is a young whale near the Opera House and now the Quay
Ferries and others are being held up, National Parks are there ‘babysitting’ the whale
https://webcamsydney.com

Excellent.

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Date: 16/07/2025 10:56:50
From: transition
ID: 2300945
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Larry’s horse friends, Ed and John. John doesn’t speak English, nor Larry and Ed actually, just me, but they understand a few words, intonation and whatever

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Date: 16/07/2025 10:59:57
From: Peak Warming Man
ID: 2300947
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

transition said:


Larry’s horse friends, Ed and John. John doesn’t speak English, nor Larry and Ed actually, just me, but they understand a few words, intonation and whatever

The Larry, got friends.

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Date: 16/07/2025 11:00:46
From: Michael V
ID: 2300948
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

transition said:


Larry’s horse friends, Ed and John. John doesn’t speak English, nor Larry and Ed actually, just me, but they understand a few words, intonation and whatever

Mr Ed talks, according to that 1960’s documentary series.

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Date: 16/07/2025 11:04:28
From: Tamb
ID: 2300951
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Peak Warming Man said:


transition said:

Larry’s horse friends, Ed and John. John doesn’t speak English, nor Larry and Ed actually, just me, but they understand a few words, intonation and whatever

The Larry, got friends.


Oh, it’s so nice to see the Larry again.

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Date: 16/07/2025 12:10:31
From: Bogsnorkler
ID: 2300959
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

https://www.theguardian.com/uk-news/2025/jul/15/sycamore-gap-tree-felling-men-jailed

Link

4y 4m sentences.

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Date: 16/07/2025 12:14:45
From: Bubblecar
ID: 2300960
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Bogsnorkler said:


https://www.theguardian.com/uk-news/2025/jul/15/sycamore-gap-tree-felling-men-jailed

Link

4y 4m sentences.

Good.

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Date: 16/07/2025 12:15:56
From: Peak Warming Man
ID: 2300961
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Bogsnorkler said:


https://www.theguardian.com/uk-news/2025/jul/15/sycamore-gap-tree-felling-men-jailed

Link

4y 4m sentences.

Good.

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Date: 16/07/2025 12:18:22
From: Peak Warming Man
ID: 2300962
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

It’s international hot dog day, apparently.

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Date: 16/07/2025 12:20:13
From: dv
ID: 2300964
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Bubblecar said:


dv said:

In short:
Indian-born runner Fauja Singh, believed to be the world’s oldest marathon runner has died after a hit-and-run at age 114.

Mr Singh became the oldest man to run a full marathon in 2011 at the age of 100 in Toronto.

He ran his last competitive race in 2013 at the age of 101.

Damn, rotten luck.

A famous pedestrian being finally felled by a motorist.

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Date: 16/07/2025 12:21:21
From: Bubblecar
ID: 2300965
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Now a cup of coffee before getting on with the housework, with maniacally energetic earworms in my head (Hold That Tiger, Yackety Sax, William Tell Overture etc).

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Date: 16/07/2025 12:26:24
From: dv
ID: 2300967
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Peak Warming Man said:


It’s international hot dog day, apparently.

I’ll light a taper at the shrine of Harry Mozley Stevens

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Date: 16/07/2025 12:33:58
From: Peak Warming Man
ID: 2300970
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

dv said:


Bubblecar said:

dv said:

In short:
Indian-born runner Fauja Singh, believed to be the world’s oldest marathon runner has died after a hit-and-run at age 114.

Mr Singh became the oldest man to run a full marathon in 2011 at the age of 100 in Toronto.

He ran his last competitive race in 2013 at the age of 101.

Damn, rotten luck.

A famous pedestrian being finally felled by a motorist.

Cut down in the prime of………………….well cut down.

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Date: 16/07/2025 12:55:38
From: Michael V
ID: 2300975
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

How is Mrs S, captain?

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Date: 16/07/2025 13:04:41
From: captain_spalding
ID: 2300978
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Michael V said:


How is Mrs S, captain?

Hi, MV

Thanks for asking. Mrs S continues to improve, albeit slowly. She says that her pains are lessening somewhat, she’s able to move quite a bit better than before, sleeps better, and her stomach troubles, caused by post-op antibiotics, are beginning to settle down, too. She moves about quite ok with a wheeled walker which we’ve rented from a local medical aids outfit, but she doesn’t have much endurance as yet.

Still a good way to go, especially with modifying her medications regime, and lessening her dependence on some of the various pills. Could be a bumpy and not-short journey, but, we’ll get there.

I’m also feeling a bit better, less stressed, and on a more even keel. Which is good, as it helps me help Mrs S.

So, it looks like our end of the boat has a better chance of not sinking. What’s happening at your end?

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Date: 16/07/2025 13:09:40
From: Michael V
ID: 2300980
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

captain_spalding said:


Michael V said:

How is Mrs S, captain?

Hi, MV

Thanks for asking. Mrs S continues to improve, albeit slowly. She says that her pains are lessening somewhat, she’s able to move quite a bit better than before, sleeps better, and her stomach troubles, caused by post-op antibiotics, are beginning to settle down, too. She moves about quite ok with a wheeled walker which we’ve rented from a local medical aids outfit, but she doesn’t have much endurance as yet.

Still a good way to go, especially with modifying her medications regime, and lessening her dependence on some of the various pills. Could be a bumpy and not-short journey, but, we’ll get there.

I’m also feeling a bit better, less stressed, and on a more even keel. Which is good, as it helps me help Mrs S.

So, it looks like our end of the boat has a better chance of not sinking. What’s happening at your end?

Poking along. Aim to get one extra job done per day, other than washing up and any cooking I do.

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Date: 16/07/2025 13:15:41
From: captain_spalding
ID: 2300981
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Michael V said:


captain_spalding said:

Michael V said:

How is Mrs S, captain?

Hi, MV

Thanks for asking. Mrs S continues to improve, albeit slowly. She says that her pains are lessening somewhat, she’s able to move quite a bit better than before, sleeps better, and her stomach troubles, caused by post-op antibiotics, are beginning to settle down, too. She moves about quite ok with a wheeled walker which we’ve rented from a local medical aids outfit, but she doesn’t have much endurance as yet.

Still a good way to go, especially with modifying her medications regime, and lessening her dependence on some of the various pills. Could be a bumpy and not-short journey, but, we’ll get there.

I’m also feeling a bit better, less stressed, and on a more even keel. Which is good, as it helps me help Mrs S.

So, it looks like our end of the boat has a better chance of not sinking. What’s happening at your end?

Poking along. Aim to get one extra job done per day, other than washing up and any cooking I do.

I know the feeling. You see around you a thousand things to do, and a great many of them you actually want to do, but, for some reason, they never seem to fit into the day you’re having.

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Date: 16/07/2025 13:16:33
From: captain_spalding
ID: 2300982
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Actually, that reminds me; i’d better go and wash the floors.

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Date: 16/07/2025 13:20:04
From: Spiny Norman
ID: 2300984
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

I’m not surprised the dog doesn’t look happy!

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Date: 16/07/2025 13:36:01
From: Michael V
ID: 2300986
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

captain_spalding said:


Michael V said:

captain_spalding said:

Hi, MV

Thanks for asking. Mrs S continues to improve, albeit slowly. She says that her pains are lessening somewhat, she’s able to move quite a bit better than before, sleeps better, and her stomach troubles, caused by post-op antibiotics, are beginning to settle down, too. She moves about quite ok with a wheeled walker which we’ve rented from a local medical aids outfit, but she doesn’t have much endurance as yet.

Still a good way to go, especially with modifying her medications regime, and lessening her dependence on some of the various pills. Could be a bumpy and not-short journey, but, we’ll get there.

I’m also feeling a bit better, less stressed, and on a more even keel. Which is good, as it helps me help Mrs S.

So, it looks like our end of the boat has a better chance of not sinking. What’s happening at your end?

Poking along. Aim to get one extra job done per day, other than washing up and any cooking I do.

I know the feeling. You see around you a thousand things to do, and a great many of them you actually want to do, but, for some reason, they never seem to fit into the day you’re having.

Yep.

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Date: 16/07/2025 13:37:48
From: Michael V
ID: 2300987
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Spiny Norman said:


I’m not surprised the dog doesn’t look happy!

AI. What can’t it muck up?

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Date: 16/07/2025 13:40:35
From: Cymek
ID: 2300989
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Michael V said:


Spiny Norman said:

I’m not surprised the dog doesn’t look happy!

AI. What can’t it muck up?

It can’t even exterminate the human race

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Date: 16/07/2025 13:43:19
From: Michael V
ID: 2300990
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Cymek said:


Michael V said:

Spiny Norman said:

I’m not surprised the dog doesn’t look happy!

AI. What can’t it muck up?

It can’t even exterminate the human race

Give it time. It might do that unintended.

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Date: 16/07/2025 14:44:09
From: dv
ID: 2301000
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Marketing team should have been more circumspect

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Date: 16/07/2025 14:48:45
From: Peak Warming Man
ID: 2301001
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

dv said:


Marketing team should have been more circumspect

Thats one way of putting it, lol.

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Date: 16/07/2025 14:50:06
From: Peak Warming Man
ID: 2301002
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Woman Brittan, a concise history if you are into that sort of thing.
https://www.romanobritain.org/0-admin/ind_site_map.php

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Date: 16/07/2025 14:51:37
From: Bubblecar
ID: 2301003
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

dv said:


Marketing team should have been more circumspect

The Thing looks a bit like an Anzac biscuit.

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Date: 16/07/2025 15:07:28
From: dv
ID: 2301004
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Bubblecar said:


dv said:

Marketing team should have been more circumspect

The Thing looks a bit like an Anzac biscuit.

Enticingly

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Date: 16/07/2025 15:09:48
From: furious
ID: 2301005
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Bubblecar said:


dv said:

Marketing team should have been more circumspect

The Thing looks a bit like an Anzac biscuit.

The thing looks like Joe Cabot…

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Date: 16/07/2025 15:19:24
From: The Rev Dodgson
ID: 2301006
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Peak Warming Man said:


Woman Brittan, a concise history if you are into that sort of thing.
https://www.romanobritain.org/0-admin/ind_site_map.php

What have the Womans done for us?

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Date: 16/07/2025 15:20:42
From: dv
ID: 2301007
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

furious said:


Bubblecar said:

dv said:

Marketing team should have been more circumspect

The Thing looks a bit like an Anzac biscuit.

The thing looks like Joe Cabot…

Nice reference

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Date: 16/07/2025 15:38:38
From: Neophyte
ID: 2301009
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Bubblecar said:


dv said:

Marketing team should have been more circumspect

The Thing looks a bit like an Anzac biscuit.

Soft’n‘chewy or hard’n‘crunchy?

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Date: 16/07/2025 15:42:57
From: Divine Angel
ID: 2301010
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Aww I’m working with the preschool kids tomorrow.

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Date: 16/07/2025 15:44:57
From: Bubblecar
ID: 2301011
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Neophyte said:


Bubblecar said:

dv said:

Marketing team should have been more circumspect

The Thing looks a bit like an Anzac biscuit.

Soft’n‘chewy or hard’n‘crunchy?

Looks a bit on the chewy side.

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Date: 16/07/2025 15:45:37
From: Bubblecar
ID: 2301012
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Divine Angel said:


Aww I’m working with the preschool kids tomorrow.

That’ll be a bit less dangerous.

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Date: 16/07/2025 15:51:09
From: Divine Angel
ID: 2301013
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Bubblecar said:


Divine Angel said:

Aww I’m working with the preschool kids tomorrow.

That’ll be a bit less dangerous.

One would hope so.

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Date: 16/07/2025 16:28:23
From: Bubblecar
ID: 2301018
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Still a few rooms to hoover and the shower cubicle to clean, but I’m buggered.

I’ll have an early dinner then a lie down, then finish the hoosework.

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Date: 16/07/2025 17:03:23
From: Michael V
ID: 2301024
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Divine Angel said:


Aww I’m working with the preschool kids tomorrow.

How’s the respiratory virus going?

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Date: 16/07/2025 17:08:34
From: Divine Angel
ID: 2301025
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Michael V said:


Divine Angel said:

Aww I’m working with the preschool kids tomorrow.

How’s the respiratory virus going?

I’ve got zero energy, but otherwise feel fine.

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Date: 16/07/2025 17:16:06
From: Michael V
ID: 2301026
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Divine Angel said:


Michael V said:

Divine Angel said:

Aww I’m working with the preschool kids tomorrow.

How’s the respiratory virus going?

I’ve got zero energy, but otherwise feel fine.

That’s good.

I hope you are 100% for those kiddy-winks tomorrow.

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Date: 16/07/2025 17:26:15
From: captain_spalding
ID: 2301028
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Michael V said:


Divine Angel said:

Aww I’m working with the preschool kids tomorrow.

How’s the respiratory virus going?

Fine, thanks.

The lab should be ready to release it into the community any day now.

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Date: 16/07/2025 17:27:50
From: Bubblecar
ID: 2301029
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Divine Angel said:


Michael V said:

Divine Angel said:

Aww I’m working with the preschool kids tomorrow.

How’s the respiratory virus going?

I’ve got zero energy, but otherwise feel fine.

Feeling fine with zero energy is not easy, well done :)

I have little energy these days but it’s mainly due to:

a) Being fatter than ever due to all the stress-related overeating of the last few months.

b) Plus drinking far too much.

Really noticed while preparing for this inspection, simple housework takes a lot more out of me than it used to. Having to have rests every ten minutes or so.

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Date: 16/07/2025 17:36:23
From: Divine Angel
ID: 2301032
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

What happens when you cut funding to PBS.

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Date: 16/07/2025 17:41:07
From: Divine Angel
ID: 2301033
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Michael V said:


Divine Angel said:

Aww I’m working with the preschool kids tomorrow.

How’s the respiratory virus going?

Waiting for someone to complain I’m sick and gonna play with kids…

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Date: 16/07/2025 17:46:17
From: Michael V
ID: 2301036
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Divine Angel said:


Michael V said:

Divine Angel said:

Aww I’m working with the preschool kids tomorrow.

How’s the respiratory virus going?

Waiting for someone to complain I’m sick and gonna play with kids…

Ha!

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Date: 16/07/2025 17:49:49
From: Bogsnorkler
ID: 2301037
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Divine Angel said:


Michael V said:

Divine Angel said:

Aww I’m working with the preschool kids tomorrow.

How’s the respiratory virus going?

Waiting for someone to complain I’m sick and gonna play with kids…

spread da luuuur-ve-gi

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Date: 16/07/2025 17:50:35
From: Bogsnorkler
ID: 2301038
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Bogsnorkler said:


Divine Angel said:

Michael V said:

How’s the respiratory virus going?

Waiting for someone to complain I’m sick and gonna play with kids…

spread da luuuur ve gi

some spaces might work better.

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Date: 16/07/2025 18:01:34
From: Divine Angel
ID: 2301039
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

The preschool room would rival a hospital with the amount of disinfectant and hand sanitiser they have. I suspect the teacher is a bit of a germphobe.

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Date: 16/07/2025 19:13:25
From: Bubblecar
ID: 2301040
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Decided to finish the housework tomorrow morning, since I have to get up early for the Coles delivery anyway.

Agent doesn’t usually turn up until after midday. If she’s early this time, never mind. The place will still be better presented than the majority she inspects.

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Date: 16/07/2025 19:15:58
From: party_pants
ID: 2301041
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Bubblecar said:

The place will still be better presented than the majority she inspects.

nods

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Date: 16/07/2025 19:26:20
From: Divine Angel
ID: 2301043
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Walkies friend rents. Her property manager is fkn useless. No inspections in 18 months (good for friend). When the stove/oven died, friend phoned and emailed the agent only to get a reply a month later saying they’d been overseas for six weeks. Too bad if there was an emergency.

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Date: 16/07/2025 19:36:30
From: Bubblecar
ID: 2301044
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Divine Angel said:


Walkies friend rents. Her property manager is fkn useless. No inspections in 18 months (good for friend). When the stove/oven died, friend phoned and emailed the agent only to get a reply a month later saying they’d been overseas for six weeks. Too bad if there was an emergency.

Both property managers I’ve had at this place have noted and photographed maintenance that needs doing, and informed the owner. But the owner won’t do anything unless it is an actual emergency.

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Date: 16/07/2025 19:46:56
From: btm
ID: 2301045
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Divine Angel said:


Walkies friend rents. Her property manager is fkn useless. No inspections in 18 months (good for friend). When the stove/oven died, friend phoned and emailed the agent only to get a reply a month later saying they’d been overseas for six weeks. Too bad if there was an emergency.

I haven’t checked Queensland law, but in Victoria she could legitimately claim it as an emergency (she needs the stove/oven for food,) get someone in to fix or replace it, and get the bill sent to the pm/agent.

I just looked up Queensland law.
https://austlii.edu.au/cgi-bin/viewdb//au/legis/qld/consol_act/rtaraa2008420/

Have a look particularly at Part 3, Division 3, Sections 214 to 221C.

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Date: 16/07/2025 20:00:36
From: Divine Angel
ID: 2301047
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

That’s it, I’m left with no choice but to file for divorce.

Mr Mutant did the grocery shopping today and didn’t buy chocolate. It’s like he doesn’t know me at all.

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Date: 16/07/2025 20:06:17
From: party_pants
ID: 2301048
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Divine Angel said:


That’s it, I’m left with no choice but to file for divorce.

Mr Mutant did the grocery shopping today and didn’t buy chocolate. It’s like he doesn’t know me at all.

I don’t think that is sufficient biblical grounds for divorce.

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Date: 16/07/2025 20:51:08
From: Divine Angel
ID: 2301051
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Elective surgeries paused for major Brisbane hospitals due to overwhelming flu & covid presentations.

https://www.abc.net.au/news/2025-07-16/elective-surgery-paused-flu-brisbane-hospitals/105538986

I got my covid vax before the cruise, fucked if I’ve got covid again.

Doesn’t feel like the last time I had covid, the one which knocked me flat for weeks. The first time I had covid I had a sore throat for 24 hours, then fatigue for about three days… I had a bit of a sore throat two days ago. Guess I’m calling in sick tomorrow 😷

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Date: 16/07/2025 23:36:37
From: Kingy
ID: 2301067
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

It seems like next Monday morning may be a very interesting day here in the SW of WA.

Some of the weather forecasts are predicting “stuff”.

I shall wait for a couple of days until the forecasts align before I decide to hatten the batches.

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Date: 16/07/2025 23:39:36
From: AussieDJ
ID: 2301068
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Just stumbled on this – Royal International Air Tattoo 2025 – Wednesday Arrivals LIVE

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pXfOvWnN_Q4

Lotsa nice aeroplanes

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Date: 17/07/2025 01:32:47
From: kii
ID: 2301076
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

I’m having another shit morning after another shit night.

All the Epstein files stuff.

I keep thinking about all the people who were raped as children by these Epstein monsters. Also all the people who are trying to get through their lives after being sexually abused as kids by people in their lives. Most likely trusted people. Now add the unimaginable horror of being trafficked by men, and women, who are some of the most powerful people in the world.

Trump and his regime are responsible for this nightmare. For the survivors it must be like being raped again.

These people are wicked and no words can describe them.

Virginia Giuffre has also been in my thoughts, especially after I posted the meme about QEII and her paedophile son.

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Date: 17/07/2025 01:47:12
From: kii
ID: 2301077
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

And I really should stop reading about the recovery of dead dogs in Texas. The care that rescue organisations are taking with their remains and their collars etc.
So much work that gets overlooked, done by volunteers.

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Date: 17/07/2025 06:49:54
From: Tau.Neutrino
ID: 2301083
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Morning, found the right Fred.

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Date: 17/07/2025 06:57:54
From: Bubblecar
ID: 2301084
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Morning, wild weather this end. About 0 degrees at the moment, wet and windy. Heading for a max of 11, min of -1.

Coles delivery between 8 and 9. I don’t envy that delivery man.

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Date: 17/07/2025 07:01:45
From: buffy
ID: 2301085
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Good morning Holidayers. Presently 7 degrees at the back door, no wind, and it has been nicely steadily raining for some hours. We are forecast 13 degrees with showers.

Bakery breakfast with my bushwandering friend. We were going to go to Port Fairy for lunch today for a memorial day for her husband, but she has emailed me and said she wants to put it off to a non rainy day. So we will just have a long breakfast.

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Date: 17/07/2025 07:19:09
From: Divine Angel
ID: 2301086
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Partly cloudy with late showers, top of 22.

Apart from heaviness in my lungs, I’m feeling fine. Wearing my new Dr Seuss shirt, new shoes, black pants, hair in ponytail.

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Date: 17/07/2025 07:50:10
From: Michael V
ID: 2301088
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Divine Angel said:


Partly cloudy with late showers, top of 22.

Apart from heaviness in my lungs, I’m feeling fine. Wearing my new Dr Seuss shirt, new shoes, black pants, hair in ponytail.

All neat and tidy.

:)

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Date: 17/07/2025 08:04:18
From: Bubblecar
ID: 2301089
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Divine Angel said:


Partly cloudy with late showers, top of 22.

Apart from heaviness in my lungs, I’m feeling fine. Wearing my new Dr Seuss shirt, new shoes, black pants, hair in ponytail.

Hope those lungs clear pronto.

I’ve just had a shave, shower, hair wash, blow dry and spray.

Now halfway dressed. An autumnal floral shirt, about to put black trousers on.

I’ll wear better clothes after I’ve finished the last bits of housework, but this gear will do for the Coles man.

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Date: 17/07/2025 08:32:45
From: Bubblecar
ID: 2301090
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Coles truck is here. Name: Christa.

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Date: 17/07/2025 09:49:16
From: Peak Warming Man
ID: 2301093
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Morning pilgrims, nothing much to report.
The dart throwers are saying that we could get some rain this arvo.
Over.

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Date: 17/07/2025 10:03:40
From: transition
ID: 2301095
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

plenty sunshine, walked the senile Larry, job to coordinate his front legs with his back legs, sort of like having much bigger wheels on the back of your 4×4 and it wants to go at different speeds, but probably worse Larry can’t take it out of 4×4

the Larry has debilitating advanced neural apoptosis, brian shrinkage

and what did we see, few horses, and a happy grebe

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Date: 17/07/2025 10:06:38
From: Peak Warming Man
ID: 2301096
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

transition said:


plenty sunshine, walked the senile Larry, job to coordinate his front legs with his back legs, sort of like having much bigger wheels on the back of your 4×4 and it wants to go at different speeds, but probably worse Larry can’t take it out of 4×4

the Larry has debilitating advanced neural apoptosis, brian shrinkage

and what did we see, few horses, and a happy grebe

Poor old Larry.

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Date: 17/07/2025 10:07:19
From: transition
ID: 2301097
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

transition said:


plenty sunshine, walked the senile Larry, job to coordinate his front legs with his back legs, sort of like having much bigger wheels on the back of your 4×4 and it wants to go at different speeds, but probably worse Larry can’t take it out of 4×4

the Larry has debilitating advanced neural apoptosis, brian shrinkage

and what did we see, few horses, and a happy grebe

there ya go, we are not all a grebe

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Date: 17/07/2025 10:11:14
From: Brindabellas
ID: 2301098
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Morning – chilly day again, and it’s foggy. Currently 1.4C. Having a cuppa before tackling washing the kitchen floor.

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Date: 17/07/2025 10:21:59
From: Bubblecar
ID: 2301100
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

transition said:


plenty sunshine, walked the senile Larry, job to coordinate his front legs with his back legs, sort of like having much bigger wheels on the back of your 4×4 and it wants to go at different speeds, but probably worse Larry can’t take it out of 4×4

the Larry has debilitating advanced neural apoptosis, brian shrinkage

and what did we see, few horses, and a happy grebe

That’s very sad about Larry.

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Date: 17/07/2025 10:22:57
From: Bubblecar
ID: 2301101
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Brindabellas said:


Morning – chilly day again, and it’s foggy. Currently 1.4C. Having a cuppa before tackling washing the kitchen floor.

Morning Brindabellas.

My housework for the inspection is nearly finished. Just a bit of washing up to clear.

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Date: 17/07/2025 10:34:36
From: buffy
ID: 2301104
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

We’ve got a visitor in one of the bluegums this morning. There has been scat under the trees for a month or so, but I haven’t been able to see anyone. Several neighbours have reported visitations.

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Date: 17/07/2025 10:35:37
From: Brindabellas
ID: 2301105
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

buffy said:


We’ve got a visitor in one of the bluegums this morning. There has been scat under the trees for a month or so, but I haven’t been able to see anyone. Several neighbours have reported visitations.


lovely

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Date: 17/07/2025 10:37:47
From: Bubblecar
ID: 2301106
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

buffy said:


We’ve got a visitor in one of the bluegums this morning. There has been scat under the trees for a month or so, but I haven’t been able to see anyone. Several neighbours have reported visitations.


:)

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Date: 17/07/2025 10:44:09
From: Peak Warming Man
ID: 2301107
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

buffy said:


We’ve got a visitor in one of the bluegums this morning. There has been scat under the trees for a month or so, but I haven’t been able to see anyone. Several neighbours have reported visitations.


Ah, visitations.

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Date: 17/07/2025 11:06:12
From: Bubblecar
ID: 2301109
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

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Date: 17/07/2025 11:43:50
From: Brindabellas
ID: 2301111
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Voting in the Triple J best Australian songs. How can I choose just 10 songs?

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Date: 17/07/2025 11:45:21
From: Bubblecar
ID: 2301112
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Wanting a hot cooked lunch. Chicken Kyiv with baby taters and greens.

But it’ll have to wait until Grace has been and gone.

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Date: 17/07/2025 11:46:26
From: Bubblecar
ID: 2301113
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Brindabellas said:


Voting in the Triple J best Australian songs. How can I choose just 10 songs?

I’m not sure I could name 10 Australian songs.

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Date: 17/07/2025 11:53:05
From: dv
ID: 2301114
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

An ‘otel gave us this.

It’s not to our taste.

Very tangy.

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Date: 17/07/2025 11:57:06
From: Bubblecar
ID: 2301115
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

dv said:


An ‘otel gave us this.

It’s not to our taste.

Very tangy.

I don’t mind a good chilled semillon sauv blanc to accompany seafood and salads.

But it’s not really a winter wine.

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Date: 17/07/2025 11:57:16
From: Brindabellas
ID: 2301116
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Bubblecar said:


Brindabellas said:

Voting in the Triple J best Australian songs. How can I choose just 10 songs?

I’m not sure I could name 10 Australian songs.

Really?

What about I am Woman, Evie, Long way to the Top, Highway to Hell, Carnival is over, Somebody I used to know, Howzat, riding on the Horses,even Sadie the Cleaning Lady?

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Date: 17/07/2025 12:00:07
From: Bubblecar
ID: 2301117
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Brindabellas said:


Bubblecar said:

Brindabellas said:

Voting in the Triple J best Australian songs. How can I choose just 10 songs?

I’m not sure I could name 10 Australian songs.

Really?

What about I am Woman, Evie, Long way to the Top, Highway to Hell, Carnival is over, Somebody I used to know, Howzat, riding on the Horses,even Sadie the Cleaning Lady?

Yes, I know a few of those.

It would actually be quite easy to name 10, but I wouldn’t want to swear that they’re the best :)

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Date: 17/07/2025 12:06:28
From: Bubblecar
ID: 2301119
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Bubblecar said:


Wanting a hot cooked lunch. Chicken Kyiv with baby taters and greens.

But it’ll have to wait until Grace has been and gone.

…and now she has!

:)

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Date: 17/07/2025 12:11:13
From: The Rev Dodgson
ID: 2301120
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Bubblecar said:


Brindabellas said:

Bubblecar said:

I’m not sure I could name 10 Australian songs.

Really?

What about I am Woman, Evie, Long way to the Top, Highway to Hell, Carnival is over, Somebody I used to know, Howzat, riding on the Horses,even Sadie the Cleaning Lady?

Yes, I know a few of those.

It would actually be quite easy to name 10, but I wouldn’t want to swear that they’re the best :)

You wouldn’t be an Aussie
You wouldn’t be true blue
If you couldn’t name 10 Aussie songs
That weren’t big hits in U.
K.

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Date: 17/07/2025 12:17:08
From: captain_spalding
ID: 2301121
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Looks like phone scammers are targetting our area again.

Got a call from ‘Kevin from Telstra’ this morning. He would have been more convincing if he hadn’t been higher than Mt. Kosciuszko when he rang me. That boy was way off his brick.

Just got another call, an automated one from Visa something-or-other, telling me there was a recent purchase amounting to $900 from my ‘Paypal account’.

I haven’t used Paypal for years, and if i ever had an ‘account’ with them, it certainly never had anywhere remotely near $900 in it. If someone can squeeze $900 out of a defunct Paypal registration, good luck to them.

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Date: 17/07/2025 12:18:46
From: Bubblecar
ID: 2301122
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

The Rev Dodgson said:


Bubblecar said:

Brindabellas said:

Really?

What about I am Woman, Evie, Long way to the Top, Highway to Hell, Carnival is over, Somebody I used to know, Howzat, riding on the Horses,even Sadie the Cleaning Lady?

Yes, I know a few of those.

It would actually be quite easy to name 10, but I wouldn’t want to swear that they’re the best :)

You wouldn’t be an Aussie
You wouldn’t be true blue
If you couldn’t name 10 Aussie songs
That weren’t big hits in U.
K.

The melody of The Carnival Is Over actually comes from an old Russian folk song.

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Date: 17/07/2025 12:20:00
From: Bubblecar
ID: 2301123
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

captain_spalding said:


Looks like phone scammers are targetting our area again.

Got a call from ‘Kevin from Telstra’ this morning. He would have been more convincing if he hadn’t been higher than Mt. Kosciuszko when he rang me. That boy was way off his brick.

Just got another call, an automated one from Visa something-or-other, telling me there was a recent purchase amounting to $900 from my ‘Paypal account’.

I haven’t used Paypal for years, and if i ever had an ‘account’ with them, it certainly never had anywhere remotely near $900 in it. If someone can squeeze $900 out of a defunct Paypal registration, good luck to them.

Annoying.

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Date: 17/07/2025 12:22:01
From: Bubblecar
ID: 2301124
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

It’s World Emoji Day, apparently.

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Date: 17/07/2025 12:23:40
From: Peak Warming Man
ID: 2301125
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Brindabellas said:


Bubblecar said:

Brindabellas said:

Voting in the Triple J best Australian songs. How can I choose just 10 songs?

I’m not sure I could name 10 Australian songs.

Really?

What about I am Woman, Evie, Long way to the Top, Highway to Hell, Carnival is over, Somebody I used to know, Howzat, riding on the Horses,even Sadie the Cleaning Lady?

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Date: 17/07/2025 12:24:12
From: Peak Warming Man
ID: 2301126
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Peak Warming Man said:


Brindabellas said:

Bubblecar said:

I’m not sure I could name 10 Australian songs.

Really?

What about I am Woman, Evie, Long way to the Top, Highway to Hell, Carnival is over, Somebody I used to know, Howzat, riding on the Horses,even Sadie the Cleaning Lady?

Try again.
https://youtu.be/adSZ4mZN0cw

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Date: 17/07/2025 12:37:52
From: captain_spalding
ID: 2301127
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Bubblecar said:


captain_spalding said:

Looks like phone scammers are targetting our area again.

Got a call from ‘Kevin from Telstra’ this morning. He would have been more convincing if he hadn’t been higher than Mt. Kosciuszko when he rang me. That boy was way off his brick.

Just got another call, an automated one from Visa something-or-other, telling me there was a recent purchase amounting to $900 from my ‘Paypal account’.

I haven’t used Paypal for years, and if i ever had an ‘account’ with them, it certainly never had anywhere remotely near $900 in it. If someone can squeeze $900 out of a defunct Paypal registration, good luck to them.

Annoying.

I was polite to ‘Kevin’, and assured him that, despite what anyone might have told him, he is not from Telstra.

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Date: 17/07/2025 12:44:41
From: Peak Warming Man
ID: 2301128
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

captain_spalding said:


Bubblecar said:

captain_spalding said:

Looks like phone scammers are targetting our area again.

Got a call from ‘Kevin from Telstra’ this morning. He would have been more convincing if he hadn’t been higher than Mt. Kosciuszko when he rang me. That boy was way off his brick.

Just got another call, an automated one from Visa something-or-other, telling me there was a recent purchase amounting to $900 from my ‘Paypal account’.

I haven’t used Paypal for years, and if i ever had an ‘account’ with them, it certainly never had anywhere remotely near $900 in it. If someone can squeeze $900 out of a defunct Paypal registration, good luck to them.

Annoying.

I was polite to ‘Kevin’, and assured him that, despite what anyone might have told him, he is not from Telstra.

Maybe he’s from Tesla

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Date: 17/07/2025 12:46:44
From: kii
ID: 2301129
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Bubblecar said:


Bubblecar said:

Wanting a hot cooked lunch. Chicken Kyiv with baby taters and greens.

But it’ll have to wait until Grace has been and gone.

…and now she has!

:)

So, situation normal.

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Date: 17/07/2025 12:56:07
From: Peak Warming Man
ID: 2301130
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Bubblecar said:


Bubblecar said:

Wanting a hot cooked lunch. Chicken Kyiv with baby taters and greens.

But it’ll have to wait until Grace has been and gone.

…and now she has!

:)

Inspection Report.
Two specks of dust on windowsill in living room , curtains in bedroom not straight and ruffled, smell of chicken in kitchen
Grace.

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Date: 17/07/2025 12:57:35
From: Bubblecar
ID: 2301131
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Peak Warming Man said:


Bubblecar said:

Bubblecar said:

Wanting a hot cooked lunch. Chicken Kyiv with baby taters and greens.

But it’ll have to wait until Grace has been and gone.

…and now she has!

:)

Inspection Report.
Two specks of dust on windowsill in living room , curtains in bedroom not straight and ruffled, smell of chicken in kitchen
Grace.

She was delighted that I’d cleared the little patches of mould off the laundry ceiling.

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Date: 17/07/2025 13:17:48
From: Michael V
ID: 2301132
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

And, back from Gympie, alive, well and tired.

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Date: 17/07/2025 13:19:26
From: kii
ID: 2301133
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Tsunami alert for Alaska. Earthquake…7.2 earlier today.

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Date: 17/07/2025 13:20:56
From: Michael V
ID: 2301134
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

buffy said:


We’ve got a visitor in one of the bluegums this morning. There has been scat under the trees for a month or so, but I haven’t been able to see anyone. Several neighbours have reported visitations.


:)

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Date: 17/07/2025 13:31:10
From: Michael V
ID: 2301136
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Bubblecar said:


It’s World Emoji Day, apparently.


Seems like whenever one turns around there is another World Something-or-Other Day.

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Date: 17/07/2025 13:34:16
From: kii
ID: 2301138
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Michael V said:


Bubblecar said:

It’s World Emoji Day, apparently.


Seems like whenever one turns around there is another World Something-or-Other Day.

There are multiple ones each day.

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Date: 17/07/2025 13:34:23
From: Michael V
ID: 2301139
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

kii said:


Tsunami alert for Alaska. Earthquake…7.2 earlier today.

Cool. All good now.

Big earthquake.

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Date: 17/07/2025 13:37:31
From: Michael V
ID: 2301140
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

kii said:


Michael V said:

Bubblecar said:

It’s World Emoji Day, apparently.


Seems like whenever one turns around there is another World Something-or-Other Day.

There are multiple ones each day.

I don’t seem to care for most of them. I suppose it’s a bit like the “World Series’” for sports.

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Date: 17/07/2025 14:26:51
From: kii
ID: 2301142
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Michael V said:


kii said:

Tsunami alert for Alaska. Earthquake…7.2 earlier today.

Cool. All good now.

Big earthquake.

Good, I kept seeing the headline and figured it might interest someone. I haven’t watched any video of it.

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Date: 17/07/2025 14:57:21
From: SARAH
ID: 2301146
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Brindabellas said:


Voting in the Triple J best Australian songs. How can I choose just 10 songs?

I did mine today – last day to vote. Countdown on Saturday.

My Votes
Track:To The Moon & Back — Artist:Savage Garden
Track:Blow Up The Pokies — Artist:The Whitlams
Track:Songbird — Artist:Bernard Fanning
Track:Parlez Vous Francais — Artist:Art vs Science
Track:Act Yr Age — Artist:Bluejuice
Track:Hearts A Mess — Artist:Gotye
Track:Somebody That I Used To Know — Artist:Gotye
Track:Middle Of The Hill — Artist:Josh Pyke
Track:Talk Like That — Artist:The Presets
Track:The Special Two — Artist:Missy Higgins

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Date: 17/07/2025 15:00:47
From: Divine Angel
ID: 2301148
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Today I was an extra person in the preschool class due to two high needs kids. I also had to change a nappy, which I have not done in many years, and not for a boy.

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Date: 17/07/2025 15:01:25
From: Divine Angel
ID: 2301149
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Hey Sarah, do you still have the ficus in Henry’s room? How big is it now?

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Date: 17/07/2025 15:05:14
From: SARAH
ID: 2301152
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Divine Angel said:


Hey Sarah, do you still have the ficus in Henry’s room? How big is it now?

The fiddle leaf fig? Yep! lives in the lounge room now, is touching the ceiling, so like 2.4m. I’ve got a smaller/better one in the same big pot with it, so it looks nice and lush.

I’m at work at the moment, but if I remember, I’ll put a picture on my intagram or something for you.

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Date: 17/07/2025 15:07:11
From: Divine Angel
ID: 2301154
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

SARAH said:


Divine Angel said:

Hey Sarah, do you still have the ficus in Henry’s room? How big is it now?

The fiddle leaf fig? Yep! lives in the lounge room now, is touching the ceiling, so like 2.4m. I’ve got a smaller/better one in the same big pot with it, so it looks nice and lush.

I’m at work at the moment, but if I remember, I’ll put a picture on my intagram or something for you.

Wow!

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Date: 17/07/2025 15:15:05
From: Divine Angel
ID: 2301157
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

OMG Mini Me just pronounced Galileo as “Jarlio”. When I corrected her, she then repeated, “Garlio” ..

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Date: 17/07/2025 15:16:26
From: Bubblecar
ID: 2301159
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Divine Angel said:


OMG Mini Me just pronounced Galileo as “Jarlio”. When I corrected her, she then repeated, “Garlio” ..

Oh dear.

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Date: 17/07/2025 15:18:31
From: kii
ID: 2301161
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

SARAH said:


Brindabellas said:

Voting in the Triple J best Australian songs. How can I choose just 10 songs?

I did mine today – last day to vote. Countdown on Saturday.

My Votes
Track:To The Moon & Back — Artist:Savage Garden
Track:Blow Up The Pokies — Artist:The Whitlams
Track:Songbird — Artist:Bernard Fanning
Track:Parlez Vous Francais — Artist:Art vs Science
Track:Act Yr Age — Artist:Bluejuice
Track:Hearts A Mess — Artist:Gotye
Track:Somebody That I Used To Know — Artist:Gotye
Track:Middle Of The Hill — Artist:Josh Pyke
Track:Talk Like That — Artist:The Presets
Track:The Special Two — Artist:Missy Higgins

Speaking of Savage Garden, Darren Hayes broke his jaw in half earlier this year after fainting.

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Date: 17/07/2025 15:20:53
From: Michael V
ID: 2301165
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

kii said:


SARAH said:

Brindabellas said:

Voting in the Triple J best Australian songs. How can I choose just 10 songs?

I did mine today – last day to vote. Countdown on Saturday.

My Votes
Track:To The Moon & Back — Artist:Savage Garden
Track:Blow Up The Pokies — Artist:The Whitlams
Track:Songbird — Artist:Bernard Fanning
Track:Parlez Vous Francais — Artist:Art vs Science
Track:Act Yr Age — Artist:Bluejuice
Track:Hearts A Mess — Artist:Gotye
Track:Somebody That I Used To Know — Artist:Gotye
Track:Middle Of The Hill — Artist:Josh Pyke
Track:Talk Like That — Artist:The Presets
Track:The Special Two — Artist:Missy Higgins

Speaking of Savage Garden, Darren Hayes broke his jaw in half earlier this year after fainting.

Urk.

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Date: 17/07/2025 15:22:27
From: Divine Angel
ID: 2301168
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Michael V said:


kii said:

SARAH said:

I did mine today – last day to vote. Countdown on Saturday.

My Votes
Track:To The Moon & Back — Artist:Savage Garden
Track:Blow Up The Pokies — Artist:The Whitlams
Track:Songbird — Artist:Bernard Fanning
Track:Parlez Vous Francais — Artist:Art vs Science
Track:Act Yr Age — Artist:Bluejuice
Track:Hearts A Mess — Artist:Gotye
Track:Somebody That I Used To Know — Artist:Gotye
Track:Middle Of The Hill — Artist:Josh Pyke
Track:Talk Like That — Artist:The Presets
Track:The Special Two — Artist:Missy Higgins

Speaking of Savage Garden, Darren Hayes broke his jaw in half earlier this year after fainting.

Urk.

So far the cause of the syncope is unknown. He also has a new boyfriend, so yay for him. Apparently he’s a hot Mexican lad.

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Date: 17/07/2025 15:26:58
From: Neophyte
ID: 2301170
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

kii said:


SARAH said:

Brindabellas said:

Voting in the Triple J best Australian songs. How can I choose just 10 songs?

I did mine today – last day to vote. Countdown on Saturday.

My Votes
Track:To The Moon & Back — Artist:Savage Garden
Track:Blow Up The Pokies — Artist:The Whitlams
Track:Songbird — Artist:Bernard Fanning
Track:Parlez Vous Francais — Artist:Art vs Science
Track:Act Yr Age — Artist:Bluejuice
Track:Hearts A Mess — Artist:Gotye
Track:Somebody That I Used To Know — Artist:Gotye
Track:Middle Of The Hill — Artist:Josh Pyke
Track:Talk Like That — Artist:The Presets
Track:The Special Two — Artist:Missy Higgins

Speaking of Savage Garden, Darren Hayes broke his jaw in half earlier this year after fainting.

On a music forum i frequent, people are being asked about their most ridiculous injuries. Some responses include…

“I broke a rib picking blackberries yesterday.”

“I broke my pelvis when I was 17 after a cow fell on me.”

“About 25 years ago, I broke a toe doing the ironing.”

“About 45 years ago, I broke a toilet seat with my forehead.”

“I broke an ankle playing footsie in 1981.”

“I fell off the back of an MG Midget when I foolishly loosened my grip to reach for a prawn cracker just as the driver took a corner a bit sharpish. “

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Date: 17/07/2025 15:28:52
From: SARAH
ID: 2301171
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Neophyte said:


kii said:

SARAH said:

I did mine today – last day to vote. Countdown on Saturday.

My Votes
Track:To The Moon & Back — Artist:Savage Garden
Track:Blow Up The Pokies — Artist:The Whitlams
Track:Songbird — Artist:Bernard Fanning
Track:Parlez Vous Francais — Artist:Art vs Science
Track:Act Yr Age — Artist:Bluejuice
Track:Hearts A Mess — Artist:Gotye
Track:Somebody That I Used To Know — Artist:Gotye
Track:Middle Of The Hill — Artist:Josh Pyke
Track:Talk Like That — Artist:The Presets
Track:The Special Two — Artist:Missy Higgins

Speaking of Savage Garden, Darren Hayes broke his jaw in half earlier this year after fainting.

On a music forum i frequent, people are being asked about their most ridiculous injuries. Some responses include…

“I broke a rib picking blackberries yesterday.”

“I broke my pelvis when I was 17 after a cow fell on me.”

“About 25 years ago, I broke a toe doing the ironing.”

“About 45 years ago, I broke a toilet seat with my forehead.”

“I broke an ankle playing footsie in 1981.”

“I fell off the back of an MG Midget when I foolishly loosened my grip to reach for a prawn cracker just as the driver took a corner a bit sharpish. “

My only broken bone was a upper arm fracture from falling off a chair (I was l’m gonna say 11)

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Date: 17/07/2025 15:31:14
From: Divine Angel
ID: 2301172
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Neophyte said:

“About 25 years ago, I broke a toe doing the ironing.”

Guy I went to school with was into extreme ironing as a sport. I don’t know exactly what he was doing, but he died doing it.

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Date: 17/07/2025 15:57:34
From: fsm
ID: 2301177
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Divine Angel said:


Neophyte said:

“About 25 years ago, I broke a toe doing the ironing.”

Guy I went to school with was into extreme ironing as a sport. I don’t know exactly what he was doing, but he died doing it.

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Date: 17/07/2025 15:58:07
From: kii
ID: 2301178
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Neophyte said:


kii said:

SARAH said:

I did mine today – last day to vote. Countdown on Saturday.

My Votes
Track:To The Moon & Back — Artist:Savage Garden
Track:Blow Up The Pokies — Artist:The Whitlams
Track:Songbird — Artist:Bernard Fanning
Track:Parlez Vous Francais — Artist:Art vs Science
Track:Act Yr Age — Artist:Bluejuice
Track:Hearts A Mess — Artist:Gotye
Track:Somebody That I Used To Know — Artist:Gotye
Track:Middle Of The Hill — Artist:Josh Pyke
Track:Talk Like That — Artist:The Presets
Track:The Special Two — Artist:Missy Higgins

Speaking of Savage Garden, Darren Hayes broke his jaw in half earlier this year after fainting.

On a music forum i frequent, people are being asked about their most ridiculous injuries. Some responses include…

“I broke a rib picking blackberries yesterday.”

“I broke my pelvis when I was 17 after a cow fell on me.”

“About 25 years ago, I broke a toe doing the ironing.”

“About 45 years ago, I broke a toilet seat with my forehead.”

“I broke an ankle playing footsie in 1981.”

“I fell off the back of an MG Midget when I foolishly loosened my grip to reach for a prawn cracker just as the driver took a corner a bit sharpish. “

Son#1 split my lip open when he was a bebe. We were taking turns tooting on a flute thing, in his excitement he threw it at my mouth. Lots of blood and drama.

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Date: 17/07/2025 15:59:13
From: Divine Angel
ID: 2301179
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

The reviews for Jesus Christ Superstar are rather mixed. I’ve read reports of people walking out, sound being chaotic, Mahalia Barnes (Jimmy’s daughter) being fantastic, Herod being awful (which I have to agree with, having seen it on QPAC’s Facebook page), and a lot of people not being able to follow the story.

At least we’re not being subjected to Cynthia Erivo (Elphaba in the film version of Wicked) as Jesus, like the version playing at the Hollywood Bowl next month. (Adam Lambert is Judas.)

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Date: 17/07/2025 16:21:44
From: Michael V
ID: 2301182
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Divine Angel said:


Neophyte said:

“About 25 years ago, I broke a toe doing the ironing.”

Guy I went to school with was into extreme ironing as a sport. I don’t know exactly what he was doing, but he died doing it.

Get outa here!

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Date: 17/07/2025 16:26:03
From: Brindabellas
ID: 2301186
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

SARAH said:


Brindabellas said:

Voting in the Triple J best Australian songs. How can I choose just 10 songs?

I did mine today – last day to vote. Countdown on Saturday.

My Votes
Track:To The Moon & Back — Artist:Savage Garden
Track:Blow Up The Pokies — Artist:The Whitlams
Track:Songbird — Artist:Bernard Fanning
Track:Parlez Vous Francais — Artist:Art vs Science
Track:Act Yr Age — Artist:Bluejuice
Track:Hearts A Mess — Artist:Gotye
Track:Somebody That I Used To Know — Artist:Gotye
Track:Middle Of The Hill — Artist:Josh Pyke
Track:Talk Like That — Artist:The Presets
Track:The Special Two — Artist:Missy Higgins

We have one the same : Somebody That I Used To Know

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Date: 17/07/2025 16:27:53
From: SARAH
ID: 2301188
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Brindabellas said:


SARAH said:

Brindabellas said:

Voting in the Triple J best Australian songs. How can I choose just 10 songs?

I did mine today – last day to vote. Countdown on Saturday.

My Votes
Track:To The Moon & Back — Artist:Savage Garden
Track:Blow Up The Pokies — Artist:The Whitlams
Track:Songbird — Artist:Bernard Fanning
Track:Parlez Vous Francais — Artist:Art vs Science
Track:Act Yr Age — Artist:Bluejuice
Track:Hearts A Mess — Artist:Gotye
Track:Somebody That I Used To Know — Artist:Gotye
Track:Middle Of The Hill — Artist:Josh Pyke
Track:Talk Like That — Artist:The Presets
Track:The Special Two — Artist:Missy Higgins

We have one the same : Somebody That I Used To Know

It almost didn’t make it for me, I felt bad about 2 Goyte songs being on my list, and I think Hearts a Mess is a superior song. But in the end, I couldn’t not have Somebody…

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Date: 17/07/2025 16:30:43
From: Brindabellas
ID: 2301189
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

SARAH said:


Brindabellas said:

SARAH said:

I did mine today – last day to vote. Countdown on Saturday.

My Votes
Track:To The Moon & Back — Artist:Savage Garden
Track:Blow Up The Pokies — Artist:The Whitlams
Track:Songbird — Artist:Bernard Fanning
Track:Parlez Vous Francais — Artist:Art vs Science
Track:Act Yr Age — Artist:Bluejuice
Track:Hearts A Mess — Artist:Gotye
Track:Somebody That I Used To Know — Artist:Gotye
Track:Middle Of The Hill — Artist:Josh Pyke
Track:Talk Like That — Artist:The Presets
Track:The Special Two — Artist:Missy Higgins

We have one the same : Somebody That I Used To Know

It almost didn’t make it for me, I felt bad about 2 Goyte songs being on my list, and I think Hearts a Mess is a superior song. But in the end, I couldn’t not have Somebody…


I added an obscure one – You Shit me to Tears – listened to it alot when I was pregnant – along with classical and Jazz – could explain son’s weird taste in music.

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Date: 17/07/2025 16:31:23
From: Brindabellas
ID: 2301190
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

SARAH said:


Brindabellas said:

SARAH said:

I did mine today – last day to vote. Countdown on Saturday.

My Votes
Track:To The Moon & Back — Artist:Savage Garden
Track:Blow Up The Pokies — Artist:The Whitlams
Track:Songbird — Artist:Bernard Fanning
Track:Parlez Vous Francais — Artist:Art vs Science
Track:Act Yr Age — Artist:Bluejuice
Track:Hearts A Mess — Artist:Gotye
Track:Somebody That I Used To Know — Artist:Gotye
Track:Middle Of The Hill — Artist:Josh Pyke
Track:Talk Like That — Artist:The Presets
Track:The Special Two — Artist:Missy Higgins

We have one the same : Somebody That I Used To Know

It almost didn’t make it for me, I felt bad about 2 Goyte songs being on my list, and I think Hearts a Mess is a superior song. But in the end, I couldn’t not have Somebody…

and I should have taken more time to think about the songs – did a rush job today.

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Date: 17/07/2025 16:31:57
From: Divine Angel
ID: 2301191
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

SARAH said:


Brindabellas said:

SARAH said:

I did mine today – last day to vote. Countdown on Saturday.

My Votes
Track:To The Moon & Back — Artist:Savage Garden
Track:Blow Up The Pokies — Artist:The Whitlams
Track:Songbird — Artist:Bernard Fanning
Track:Parlez Vous Francais — Artist:Art vs Science
Track:Act Yr Age — Artist:Bluejuice
Track:Hearts A Mess — Artist:Gotye
Track:Somebody That I Used To Know — Artist:Gotye
Track:Middle Of The Hill — Artist:Josh Pyke
Track:Talk Like That — Artist:The Presets
Track:The Special Two — Artist:Missy Higgins

We have one the same : Somebody That I Used To Know

It almost didn’t make it for me, I felt bad about 2 Goyte songs being on my list, and I think Hearts a Mess is a superior song. But in the end, I couldn’t not have Somebody…

Once you hear Baa Baa Black Sheep in Somebody That I Used to Know, you can’t unhear it.

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Date: 17/07/2025 16:37:55
From: SARAH
ID: 2301192
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Brindabellas said:


SARAH said:

Brindabellas said:

We have one the same : Somebody That I Used To Know

It almost didn’t make it for me, I felt bad about 2 Goyte songs being on my list, and I think Hearts a Mess is a superior song. But in the end, I couldn’t not have Somebody…


I added an obscure one – You Shit me to Tears – listened to it alot when I was pregnant – along with classical and Jazz – could explain son’s weird taste in music.

I almost put on the list The Bold and the Beautiful by the Drugs – very silly song
I also almost put It’s just a song about Ping Pong…

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Date: 17/07/2025 16:39:06
From: Bubblecar
ID: 2301194
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

BACK with a huge loaf of sourdough and a nice mushroom to chop up and join the baked camembert.

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Date: 17/07/2025 16:43:27
From: Brindabellas
ID: 2301197
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Bubblecar said:


BACK with a huge loaf of sourdough and a nice mushroom to chop up and join the baked camembert.

We came back with an unexpected loaf of sourdough bread and two pretzels when we went to the market to charge the car. It was late in the day and there was a 75% off baked goods -could not let that go!

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Date: 17/07/2025 16:46:35
From: Bubblecar
ID: 2301198
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Brindabellas said:


Bubblecar said:

BACK with a huge loaf of sourdough and a nice mushroom to chop up and join the baked camembert.

We came back with an unexpected loaf of sourdough bread and two pretzels when we went to the market to charge the car. It was late in the day and there was a 75% off baked goods -could not let that go!

:)

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Date: 17/07/2025 17:00:46
From: Michael V
ID: 2301202
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Brindabellas said:


Bubblecar said:

BACK with a huge loaf of sourdough and a nice mushroom to chop up and join the baked camembert.

We came back with an unexpected loaf of sourdough bread and two pretzels when we went to the market to charge the car. It was late in the day and there was a 75% off baked goods -could not let that go!

I just love fresh pretzels.

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Date: 17/07/2025 17:15:51
From: Bubblecar
ID: 2301207
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Expecting a call from the older sister shortly, with an update on the mainland sister’s day.

Yesterday she was out of bed, sitting in an armchair and enjoying a multi-course lunch.

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Date: 17/07/2025 17:41:38
From: Bubblecar
ID: 2301209
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Bubblecar said:


Expecting a call from the older sister shortly, with an update on the mainland sister’s day.

Yesterday she was out of bed, sitting in an armchair and enjoying a multi-course lunch.

Doing even better today. Her ex-husband visited with a big box of Krispy Kreme doughnuts and she’s been stuffing herself with them.

Doctors are pleased because she really needs to gain some weight. She’s chatting more as well the texting, and can now take herself to the bathroom with a walker.

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Date: 17/07/2025 17:49:33
From: Divine Angel
ID: 2301214
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Bubblecar said:


Bubblecar said:

Expecting a call from the older sister shortly, with an update on the mainland sister’s day.

Yesterday she was out of bed, sitting in an armchair and enjoying a multi-course lunch.

Doing even better today. Her ex-husband visited with a big box of Krispy Kreme doughnuts and she’s been stuffing herself with them.

Doctors are pleased because she really needs to gain some weight. She’s chatting more as well the texting, and can now take herself to the bathroom with a walker.


Gosh, she’s certainly doing well this week!

Original or assorted Krispy Kremes…?

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Date: 17/07/2025 17:51:36
From: Michael V
ID: 2301216
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Bubblecar said:


Bubblecar said:

Expecting a call from the older sister shortly, with an update on the mainland sister’s day.

Yesterday she was out of bed, sitting in an armchair and enjoying a multi-course lunch.

Doing even better today. Her ex-husband visited with a big box of Krispy Kreme doughnuts and she’s been stuffing herself with them.

Doctors are pleased because she really needs to gain some weight. She’s chatting more as well the texting, and can now take herself to the bathroom with a walker.

Excellent.

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Date: 17/07/2025 17:52:27
From: Bubblecar
ID: 2301217
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Divine Angel said:


Bubblecar said:

Bubblecar said:

Expecting a call from the older sister shortly, with an update on the mainland sister’s day.

Yesterday she was out of bed, sitting in an armchair and enjoying a multi-course lunch.

Doing even better today. Her ex-husband visited with a big box of Krispy Kreme doughnuts and she’s been stuffing herself with them.

Doctors are pleased because she really needs to gain some weight. She’s chatting more as well the texting, and can now take herself to the bathroom with a walker.


Gosh, she’s certainly doing well this week!

Original or assorted Krispy Kremes…?

Assorted. She was so full of doughnuts she didn’t all her hospital lunch, but looking at the rather sad lunch snap, she wasn’t missing much of a treat :)

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Date: 17/07/2025 17:53:02
From: Bubblecar
ID: 2301218
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Bubblecar said:


Divine Angel said:

Bubblecar said:

Doing even better today. Her ex-husband visited with a big box of Krispy Kreme doughnuts and she’s been stuffing herself with them.

Doctors are pleased because she really needs to gain some weight. She’s chatting more as well the texting, and can now take herself to the bathroom with a walker.


Gosh, she’s certainly doing well this week!

Original or assorted Krispy Kremes…?

Assorted. She was so full of doughnuts she didn’t all her hospital lunch, but looking at the rather sad lunch snap, she wasn’t missing much of a treat :)

didn’t all = didn’t eat all

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Date: 17/07/2025 17:56:21
From: Divine Angel
ID: 2301221
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

As an aside, my boss’ boss from KK is now global COO, which isn’t bad considering she started as a regular pleb like me.

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Date: 17/07/2025 18:03:22
From: Michael V
ID: 2301222
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Divine Angel said:


As an aside, my boss’ boss from KK is now global COO, which isn’t bad considering she started as a regular pleb like me.

Some big steps there.

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Date: 17/07/2025 18:09:28
From: JudgeMental
ID: 2301223
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Divine Angel said:


As an aside, my boss’ boss from KK is now global COO, which isn’t bad considering she started as a regular pleb like me.

You coulda had class. You coulda been a contender. You coulda been a COO.

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Date: 17/07/2025 18:24:28
From: Brindabellas
ID: 2301229
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Bubblecar said:


Expecting a call from the older sister shortly, with an update on the mainland sister’s day.

Yesterday she was out of bed, sitting in an armchair and enjoying a multi-course lunch.

That’s encouraging

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Date: 17/07/2025 18:25:45
From: Peak Warming Man
ID: 2301230
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Bubblecar said:


Bubblecar said:

Expecting a call from the older sister shortly, with an update on the mainland sister’s day.

Yesterday she was out of bed, sitting in an armchair and enjoying a multi-course lunch.

Doing even better today. Her ex-husband visited with a big box of Krispy Kreme doughnuts and she’s been stuffing herself with them.

Doctors are pleased because she really needs to gain some weight. She’s chatting more as well the texting, and can now take herself to the bathroom with a walker.

Excellent.

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Date: 17/07/2025 19:18:15
From: Bubblecar
ID: 2301234
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Time for a lay-me-down before the bicycles.

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Date: 17/07/2025 19:44:36
From: Woodie
ID: 2301237
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

ouchy ouchy bum bums…………..

Well, not in the bum bums, but TWO jabs left AND right arm!!! 😮

No side effects whatsoever, other that a bit of ouchy where the nice man stuck the needle in. Dunno how far he stuck it in, coz I didn’t look.

Flu and shingles shots.

Usual jab lady is away for two week. So I went next door, but they don’t do the covix.

So it’s the covix jab next visit to town.

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Date: 17/07/2025 19:47:09
From: poikilotherm
ID: 2301238
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Woodie said:


ouchy ouchy bum bums…………..

Well, not in the bum bums, but TWO jabs left AND right arm!!! 😮

No side effects whatsoever, other that a bit of ouchy where the nice man stuck the needle in. Dunno how far he stuck it in, coz I didn’t look.

Flu and shingles shots.

Usual jab lady is away for two week. So I went next door, but they don’t do the covix.

So it’s the covix jab next visit to town.

Get em in the same, 50% less sore arms.

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Date: 17/07/2025 19:54:23
From: Brindabellas
ID: 2301239
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Woodie said:


ouchy ouchy bum bums…………..

Well, not in the bum bums, but TWO jabs left AND right arm!!! 😮

No side effects whatsoever, other that a bit of ouchy where the nice man stuck the needle in. Dunno how far he stuck it in, coz I didn’t look.

Flu and shingles shots.

Usual jab lady is away for two week. So I went next door, but they don’t do the covix.

So it’s the covix jab next visit to town.


Probably best not to get them all at once.

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Date: 17/07/2025 19:54:45
From: ruby
ID: 2301240
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Woodie said:


ouchy ouchy bum bums…………..

Well, not in the bum bums, but TWO jabs left AND right arm!!! 😮

No side effects whatsoever, other that a bit of ouchy where the nice man stuck the needle in. Dunno how far he stuck it in, coz I didn’t look.

Flu and shingles shots.

Usual jab lady is away for two week. So I went next door, but they don’t do the covix.

So it’s the covix jab next visit to town.

Snap! I got the shingles jab today.
I’ve only just recovered from nearly a week long bout of the dreaded lurgy which put me out of action for most things. Including my get together with Miss Carol and Beryl which had to be postponed. Hence no goss from me yet.

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Date: 17/07/2025 20:04:33
From: Michael V
ID: 2301241
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

ruby said:


Woodie said:

ouchy ouchy bum bums…………..

Well, not in the bum bums, but TWO jabs left AND right arm!!! 😮

No side effects whatsoever, other that a bit of ouchy where the nice man stuck the needle in. Dunno how far he stuck it in, coz I didn’t look.

Flu and shingles shots.

Usual jab lady is away for two week. So I went next door, but they don’t do the covix.

So it’s the covix jab next visit to town.

Snap! I got the shingles jab today.
I’ve only just recovered from nearly a week long bout of the dreaded lurgy which put me out of action for most things. Including my get together with Miss Carol and Beryl which had to be postponed. Hence no goss from me yet.

We got our second shingles shot on Monday. Sore arm Mon, Tue, Wed. All OK today. That’s the end of the current round of vaccinations.

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Date: 17/07/2025 20:07:24
From: party_pants
ID: 2301242
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Woodie said:


ouchy ouchy bum bums…………..

Well, not in the bum bums, but TWO jabs left AND right arm!!! 😮

No side effects whatsoever, other that a bit of ouchy where the nice man stuck the needle in. Dunno how far he stuck it in, coz I didn’t look.

Flu and shingles shots.

Usual jab lady is away for two week. So I went next door, but they don’t do the covix.

So it’s the covix jab next visit to town.

I got the Covid jab last month. On a Friday afternoon. Saturday morning i woke up feeling poorly, even lingering into Sunday/

This was number 5 or 6 Covid jabs, first one in two years. never had a bad experience previously. This one knocked me low.

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Date: 17/07/2025 20:08:36
From: Divine Angel
ID: 2301243
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Swinging your arm/s in circles helps relieve pain and stiffness.

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Date: 17/07/2025 20:45:37
From: JudgeMental
ID: 2301244
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

had covid #8, flu, shingles x2, in the last few months. next is Pneumococcal in August.

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Date: 17/07/2025 20:45:38
From: ruby
ID: 2301245
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Divine Angel said:


Swinging your arm/s in circles helps relieve pain and stiffness.

Good idea

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Date: 17/07/2025 20:46:10
From: Woodie
ID: 2301246
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Divine Angel said:


Swinging your arm/s in circles helps relieve pain and stiffness.

I’m not doing that!! It might lead to dancing!

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Date: 17/07/2025 20:51:38
From: Divine Angel
ID: 2301247
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Woodie said:


Divine Angel said:

Swinging your arm/s in circles helps relieve pain and stiffness.

I’m not doing that!! It might lead to dancing!

Oh no!

Put some Gaga on, dance around like only the kitchen snake is watching

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Date: 17/07/2025 20:57:05
From: buffy
ID: 2301249
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

party_pants said:


Woodie said:

ouchy ouchy bum bums…………..

Well, not in the bum bums, but TWO jabs left AND right arm!!! 😮

No side effects whatsoever, other that a bit of ouchy where the nice man stuck the needle in. Dunno how far he stuck it in, coz I didn’t look.

Flu and shingles shots.

Usual jab lady is away for two week. So I went next door, but they don’t do the covix.

So it’s the covix jab next visit to town.

I got the Covid jab last month. On a Friday afternoon. Saturday morning i woke up feeling poorly, even lingering into Sunday/

This was number 5 or 6 Covid jabs, first one in two years. never had a bad experience previously. This one knocked me low.

Mr buffy was quite unwell with his last COVID jab. He’s not having any more.

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Date: 17/07/2025 20:59:31
From: Woodie
ID: 2301251
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

ruby said:


Woodie said:

ouchy ouchy bum bums…………..

Well, not in the bum bums, but TWO jabs left AND right arm!!! 😮

No side effects whatsoever, other that a bit of ouchy where the nice man stuck the needle in. Dunno how far he stuck it in, coz I didn’t look.

Flu and shingles shots.

Usual jab lady is away for two week. So I went next door, but they don’t do the covix.

So it’s the covix jab next visit to town.

Snap! I got the shingles jab today.
I’ve only just recovered from nearly a week long bout of the dreaded lurgy which put me out of action for most things. Including my get together with Miss Carol and Beryl which had to be postponed. Hence no goss from me yet.

Ouchy ouchy bum bums for Cuz Rooooobs too!

No goss from Miss Carol and Beryl??? What are we going to do?? We’ll just have to make it all up then, won’t we, hey what but!!

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Date: 17/07/2025 21:04:34
From: party_pants
ID: 2301252
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

buffy said:


party_pants said:

Woodie said:

ouchy ouchy bum bums…………..

Well, not in the bum bums, but TWO jabs left AND right arm!!! 😮

No side effects whatsoever, other that a bit of ouchy where the nice man stuck the needle in. Dunno how far he stuck it in, coz I didn’t look.

Flu and shingles shots.

Usual jab lady is away for two week. So I went next door, but they don’t do the covix.

So it’s the covix jab next visit to town.

I got the Covid jab last month. On a Friday afternoon. Saturday morning i woke up feeling poorly, even lingering into Sunday/

This was number 5 or 6 Covid jabs, first one in two years. never had a bad experience previously. This one knocked me low.

Mr buffy was quite unwell with his last COVID jab. He’s not having any more.

They bribed me to have it. If i had the COVID jab the whole appointment could be bulk-billed. Usually I pay per visit and get only a little over half back from Medicare the next day.

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Date: 17/07/2025 21:06:18
From: Woodie
ID: 2301253
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Divine Angel said:


Woodie said:

Divine Angel said:

Swinging your arm/s in circles helps relieve pain and stiffness.

I’m not doing that!! It might lead to dancing!

Oh no!

Put some Gaga on, dance around like only the kitchen snake is watching

I’ve gotten into Synthony. It’s a New Zealand thing apparently. Orchestral DOOF DOOF!! And speccy shows too.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=p-EX2AEDhNs 1hr 45 mns.

Take a quick look, with good speakers.

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Date: 17/07/2025 21:07:31
From: ruby
ID: 2301254
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Woodie said:


ruby said:

Woodie said:

ouchy ouchy bum bums…………..

Well, not in the bum bums, but TWO jabs left AND right arm!!! 😮

No side effects whatsoever, other that a bit of ouchy where the nice man stuck the needle in. Dunno how far he stuck it in, coz I didn’t look.

Flu and shingles shots.

Usual jab lady is away for two week. So I went next door, but they don’t do the covix.

So it’s the covix jab next visit to town.

Snap! I got the shingles jab today.
I’ve only just recovered from nearly a week long bout of the dreaded lurgy which put me out of action for most things. Including my get together with Miss Carol and Beryl which had to be postponed. Hence no goss from me yet.

Ouchy ouchy bum bums for Cuz Rooooobs too!

No goss from Miss Carol and Beryl??? What are we going to do?? We’ll just have to make it all up then, won’t we, hey what but!!

I can give you one bit of goss, but reasonably tame as it involves work and adulting.
Beryl found herself working with Shell’s (Artemis) #1 son, who fondly remembered all the fun from the SSSF days. And if Shell was still with us she would be a proud grandma to his first littl’un.

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Date: 17/07/2025 21:08:59
From: Divine Angel
ID: 2301255
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

When I had the first covid jab at the hospital clinic, there was an elderly woman there with a dozen medical people around her. She’s a known anaphylactic to vaccines, still insisted on getting the jab. I remember thinking, imagine knowing you’re going to have that reaction and still going ahead with it.

In the end we left before she had the actual jab. There was a lot of paperwork to be filled out before the procedure.

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Date: 17/07/2025 21:09:58
From: becklefreckle
ID: 2301256
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Woodie said:


ouchy ouchy bum bums…………..

Well, not in the bum bums, but TWO jabs left AND right arm!!! 😮

No side effects whatsoever, other that a bit of ouchy where the nice man stuck the needle in. Dunno how far he stuck it in, coz I didn’t look.

Flu and shingles shots.

Usual jab lady is away for two week. So I went next door, but they don’t do the covix.

So it’s the covix jab next visit to town.

Icky! Hope it goes away soon.
I got my flu and covid jabs last month, both in the same arm. It ached but didn’t make me sick… until a few days later when I absent mindedly scratched at my shoulder. My immune system perked up and said… oh that itches does it?? Let me send in the troops! Suddenly I’ve got hives from my wrist to my cheek and feel like I’ve been hit by a truck. Urgh! Took about a week to settle down again.

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Date: 17/07/2025 21:10:54
From: Woodie
ID: 2301257
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

ruby said:


Woodie said:

ruby said:

Snap! I got the shingles jab today.
I’ve only just recovered from nearly a week long bout of the dreaded lurgy which put me out of action for most things. Including my get together with Miss Carol and Beryl which had to be postponed. Hence no goss from me yet.

Ouchy ouchy bum bums for Cuz Rooooobs too!

No goss from Miss Carol and Beryl??? What are we going to do?? We’ll just have to make it all up then, won’t we, hey what but!!

I can give you one bit of goss, but reasonably tame as it involves work and adulting.
Beryl found herself working with Shell’s (Artemis) #1 son, who fondly remembered all the fun from the SSSF days. And if Shell was still with us she would be a proud grandma to his first littl’un.

WOW!! That is some goss, or what!

Do you know whatever happened to Purps?

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Date: 17/07/2025 21:12:01
From: becklefreckle
ID: 2301258
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

ruby said:

I can give you one bit of goss, but reasonably tame as it involves work and adulting.
Beryl found herself working with Shell’s (Artemis) #1 son, who fondly remembered all the fun from the SSSF days. And if Shell was still with us she would be a proud grandma to his first littl’un.

Oh the forum mummies nostalgic sigh. So sorry to hear about Artemis.

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Date: 17/07/2025 21:13:33
From: ruby
ID: 2301259
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Woodie said:


ruby said:

Woodie said:

Ouchy ouchy bum bums for Cuz Rooooobs too!

No goss from Miss Carol and Beryl??? What are we going to do?? We’ll just have to make it all up then, won’t we, hey what but!!

I can give you one bit of goss, but reasonably tame as it involves work and adulting.
Beryl found herself working with Shell’s (Artemis) #1 son, who fondly remembered all the fun from the SSSF days. And if Shell was still with us she would be a proud grandma to his first littl’un.

WOW!! That is some goss, or what!

Do you know whatever happened to Purps?

No, but I shall ask. I was just thinking about her yesterday.

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Date: 17/07/2025 21:14:27
From: ruby
ID: 2301260
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

becklefreckle said:


Woodie said:

ouchy ouchy bum bums…………..

Well, not in the bum bums, but TWO jabs left AND right arm!!! 😮

No side effects whatsoever, other that a bit of ouchy where the nice man stuck the needle in. Dunno how far he stuck it in, coz I didn’t look.

Flu and shingles shots.

Usual jab lady is away for two week. So I went next door, but they don’t do the covix.

So it’s the covix jab next visit to town.

Icky! Hope it goes away soon.
I got my flu and covid jabs last month, both in the same arm. It ached but didn’t make me sick… until a few days later when I absent mindedly scratched at my shoulder. My immune system perked up and said… oh that itches does it?? Let me send in the troops! Suddenly I’ve got hives from my wrist to my cheek and feel like I’ve been hit by a truck. Urgh! Took about a week to settle down again.

*note to self
Don’t scratch the jab arm whatever you do
Poor Becklefreckle!

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Date: 17/07/2025 21:17:04
From: Woodie
ID: 2301261
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

becklefreckle said:


Woodie said:

ouchy ouchy bum bums…………..

Well, not in the bum bums, but TWO jabs left AND right arm!!! 😮

No side effects whatsoever, other that a bit of ouchy where the nice man stuck the needle in. Dunno how far he stuck it in, coz I didn’t look.

Flu and shingles shots.

Usual jab lady is away for two week. So I went next door, but they don’t do the covix.

So it’s the covix jab next visit to town.

Icky! Hope it goes away soon.
I got my flu and covid jabs last month, both in the same arm. It ached but didn’t make me sick… until a few days later when I absent mindedly scratched at my shoulder. My immune system perked up and said… oh that itches does it?? Let me send in the troops! Suddenly I’ve got hives from my wrist to my cheek and feel like I’ve been hit by a truck. Urgh! Took about a week to settle down again.

I’m taking the antidote.

By the handful. 😮

600g bag of Sherbert Fizzies lollies from Coles lolly self serve chutes and bags. 😁

Should I chew or suck?

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Date: 17/07/2025 21:17:07
From: Divine Angel
ID: 2301262
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

I was just thinking about Purple this week too! A few years ago she contacted me on fb asking all about Mini Me, then she just…. Disappeared

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Date: 17/07/2025 21:18:39
From: Woodie
ID: 2301263
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

ruby said:


Woodie said:

ruby said:

I can give you one bit of goss, but reasonably tame as it involves work and adulting.
Beryl found herself working with Shell’s (Artemis) #1 son, who fondly remembered all the fun from the SSSF days. And if Shell was still with us she would be a proud grandma to his first littl’un.

WOW!! That is some goss, or what!

Do you know whatever happened to Purps?

No, but I shall ask. I was just thinking about her yesterday.

Purps just sorta disappeared, on basically everyone. Quite a few years ago now.

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Date: 17/07/2025 21:19:26
From: JudgeMental
ID: 2301264
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Woodie said:


ruby said:

Woodie said:

Ouchy ouchy bum bums for Cuz Rooooobs too!

No goss from Miss Carol and Beryl??? What are we going to do?? We’ll just have to make it all up then, won’t we, hey what but!!

I can give you one bit of goss, but reasonably tame as it involves work and adulting.
Beryl found herself working with Shell’s (Artemis) #1 son, who fondly remembered all the fun from the SSSF days. And if Shell was still with us she would be a proud grandma to his first littl’un.

WOW!! That is some goss, or what!

Do you know whatever happened to Purps?

Purps is Sara Johansson on FB now.

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Date: 17/07/2025 21:19:50
From: kryten
ID: 2301265
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

snort

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Date: 17/07/2025 21:20:26
From: ruby
ID: 2301266
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

becklefreckle said:


ruby said:
I can give you one bit of goss, but reasonably tame as it involves work and adulting.
Beryl found herself working with Shell’s (Artemis) #1 son, who fondly remembered all the fun from the SSSF days. And if Shell was still with us she would be a proud grandma to his first littl’un.

Oh the forum mummies nostalgic sigh. So sorry to hear about Artemis.

I miss her so. She was one in a million.
A reminder to get on with things, and get on with the things that matter. And not waste time on that which will lead to head banging on walls

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Date: 17/07/2025 21:20:41
From: Michael V
ID: 2301267
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Divine Angel said:


Swinging your arm/s in circles helps relieve pain and stiffness.

Thanks for that. Now to remember…

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Date: 17/07/2025 21:22:52
From: Woodie
ID: 2301269
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

JudgeMental said:


Woodie said:

ruby said:

I can give you one bit of goss, but reasonably tame as it involves work and adulting.
Beryl found herself working with Shell’s (Artemis) #1 son, who fondly remembered all the fun from the SSSF days. And if Shell was still with us she would be a proud grandma to his first littl’un.

WOW!! That is some goss, or what!

Do you know whatever happened to Purps?

Purps is Sara Johansson on FB now.

Wah? Who??? When???

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Date: 17/07/2025 21:29:10
From: JudgeMental
ID: 2301271
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Woodie said:


JudgeMental said:

Woodie said:

WOW!! That is some goss, or what!

Do you know whatever happened to Purps?

Purps is Sara Johansson on FB now.

Wah? Who??? When???

been a while but not ages.

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Date: 17/07/2025 21:30:34
From: Michael V
ID: 2301272
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

ruby said:


Woodie said:

ruby said:

Snap! I got the shingles jab today.
I’ve only just recovered from nearly a week long bout of the dreaded lurgy which put me out of action for most things. Including my get together with Miss Carol and Beryl which had to be postponed. Hence no goss from me yet.

Ouchy ouchy bum bums for Cuz Rooooobs too!

No goss from Miss Carol and Beryl??? What are we going to do?? We’ll just have to make it all up then, won’t we, hey what but!!

I can give you one bit of goss, but reasonably tame as it involves work and adulting.
Beryl found herself working with Shell’s (Artemis) #1 son, who fondly remembered all the fun from the SSSF days. And if Shell was still with us she would be a proud grandma to his first littl’un.

Awww.

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Date: 17/07/2025 21:31:25
From: Michael V
ID: 2301273
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

becklefreckle said:


Woodie said:

ouchy ouchy bum bums…………..

Well, not in the bum bums, but TWO jabs left AND right arm!!! 😮

No side effects whatsoever, other that a bit of ouchy where the nice man stuck the needle in. Dunno how far he stuck it in, coz I didn’t look.

Flu and shingles shots.

Usual jab lady is away for two week. So I went next door, but they don’t do the covix.

So it’s the covix jab next visit to town.

Icky! Hope it goes away soon.
I got my flu and covid jabs last month, both in the same arm. It ached but didn’t make me sick… until a few days later when I absent mindedly scratched at my shoulder. My immune system perked up and said… oh that itches does it?? Let me send in the troops! Suddenly I’ve got hives from my wrist to my cheek and feel like I’ve been hit by a truck. Urgh! Took about a week to settle down again.

!!!

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Date: 17/07/2025 21:32:44
From: Michael V
ID: 2301274
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Woodie said:


becklefreckle said:

Woodie said:

ouchy ouchy bum bums…………..

Well, not in the bum bums, but TWO jabs left AND right arm!!! 😮

No side effects whatsoever, other that a bit of ouchy where the nice man stuck the needle in. Dunno how far he stuck it in, coz I didn’t look.

Flu and shingles shots.

Usual jab lady is away for two week. So I went next door, but they don’t do the covix.

So it’s the covix jab next visit to town.

Icky! Hope it goes away soon.
I got my flu and covid jabs last month, both in the same arm. It ached but didn’t make me sick… until a few days later when I absent mindedly scratched at my shoulder. My immune system perked up and said… oh that itches does it?? Let me send in the troops! Suddenly I’ve got hives from my wrist to my cheek and feel like I’ve been hit by a truck. Urgh! Took about a week to settle down again.

I’m taking the antidote.

By the handful. 😮

600g bag of Sherbert Fizzies lollies from Coles lolly self serve chutes and bags. 😁

Should I chew or suck?

You should know the answer to that…

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Date: 17/07/2025 21:38:02
From: becklefreckle
ID: 2301277
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Woodie said:


JudgeMental said:

Woodie said:

WOW!! That is some goss, or what!

Do you know whatever happened to Purps?

Purps is Sara Johansson on FB now.

Wah? Who??? When???

Yeah, what he said!

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Date: 17/07/2025 21:47:24
From: kryten
ID: 2301279
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

kryten said:


snort

I forgot to put the quote in, Thats for woodies dilemma

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Date: 17/07/2025 22:00:05
From: Brindabellas
ID: 2301280
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

ruby said:


becklefreckle said:

ruby said:
I can give you one bit of goss, but reasonably tame as it involves work and adulting.
Beryl found herself working with Shell’s (Artemis) #1 son, who fondly remembered all the fun from the SSSF days. And if Shell was still with us she would be a proud grandma to his first littl’un.

Oh the forum mummies nostalgic sigh. So sorry to hear about Artemis.

I miss her so. She was one in a million.
A reminder to get on with things, and get on with the things that matter. And not waste time on that which will lead to head banging on walls


SSSF was a wonderful community. I think of Shell often

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Date: 17/07/2025 22:03:58
From: becklefreckle
ID: 2301281
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Brindabellas said:


ruby said:

becklefreckle said:

Oh the forum mummies nostalgic sigh. So sorry to hear about Artemis.

I miss her so. She was one in a million.
A reminder to get on with things, and get on with the things that matter. And not waste time on that which will lead to head banging on walls


SSSF was a wonderful community. I think of Shell often


G’day Hotty! It’s been forever :)

But hi and bye, I have to go cook dinner now.

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Date: 17/07/2025 23:06:50
From: dv
ID: 2301290
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Had a dream where there was a semi enclosed courtyard. Some folks and I were inside, separated from the courtyard by a glass wall with some doors. There was some military figure who made a row and then left. After that there were some other people milling about, with a lot of kids. One tiny child opened a door and asked if she could stay with us: her mother kind of whisked her away and pushed three older children towards us, through the door. It seemed like we were supposed to take care of them and there was some kind of crisis. The mother left and then it occurred to me that we don’t have any means to contact her.

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Date: 17/07/2025 23:09:00
From: Bubblecar
ID: 2301291
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

dv said:


Had a dream where there was a semi enclosed courtyard. Some folks and I were inside, separated from the courtyard by a glass wall with some doors. There was some military figure who made a row and then left. After that there were some other people milling about, with a lot of kids. One tiny child opened a door and asked if she could stay with us: her mother kind of whisked her away and pushed three older children towards us, through the door. It seemed like we were supposed to take care of them and there was some kind of crisis. The mother left and then it occurred to me that we don’t have any means to contact her.

Unsettling.

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Date: 17/07/2025 23:35:10
From: dv
ID: 2301294
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Meanwhile the boss lady is watching Korean dramas with titles that lay out the entire plot.
One of them is literally titled Betrayed By My Fiancé, I Impulsively Married His CEO Brother. Maybe it is catchier in Korean.

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Date: 17/07/2025 23:39:48
From: kii
ID: 2301297
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Things I hate about movies #768:
Smudged glasses and spectacles.
It’s so common to see a character’s eyeglasses badly smudged, and all I can think of is that they need to clean them.
Wine glasses that look filthy.

Also the garbage disposal unit in has borked it. It wouldn’t be a real problem except that the sink won’t drain properly without it.

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Date: 17/07/2025 23:40:17
From: Bubblecar
ID: 2301298
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

dv said:


Meanwhile the boss lady is watching Korean dramas with titles that lay out the entire plot.
One of them is literally titled Betrayed By My Fiancé, I Impulsively Married His CEO Brother. Maybe it is catchier in Korean.

Heh. Maximising the niche appeal of each confessional predicament.

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Date: 18/07/2025 00:13:38
From: Kingy
ID: 2301310
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

kii said:


Things I hate about movies #768:
Smudged glasses and spectacles.
It’s so common to see a character’s eyeglasses badly smudged, and all I can think of is that they need to clean them.
Wine glasses that look filthy.

Also the garbage disposal unit in has borked it. It wouldn’t be a real problem except that the sink won’t drain properly without it.

I don’t even know what a garbage disposal unit is.

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Date: 18/07/2025 00:28:44
From: kii
ID: 2301317
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Kingy said:


kii said:

Things I hate about movies #768:
Smudged glasses and spectacles.
It’s so common to see a character’s eyeglasses badly smudged, and all I can think of is that they need to clean them.
Wine glasses that look filthy.

Also the garbage disposal unit in has borked it. It wouldn’t be a real problem except that the sink won’t drain properly without it.

I don’t even know what a garbage disposal unit is.

You’re lucky.
Aka an insinkerator. Fairly standard appliance here.

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Date: 18/07/2025 03:18:33
From: Michael V
ID: 2301334
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Kingy said:


kii said:

Things I hate about movies #768:
Smudged glasses and spectacles.
It’s so common to see a character’s eyeglasses badly smudged, and all I can think of is that they need to clean them.
Wine glasses that look filthy.

Also the garbage disposal unit in has borked it. It wouldn’t be a real problem except that the sink won’t drain properly without it.

I don’t even know what a garbage disposal unit is.

Insinkerator.

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Date: 18/07/2025 07:23:50
From: Divine Angel
ID: 2301340
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Slept in, so everything’s rushed this morning. But we normally do the school drop off early so in reality, there’s plenty of time.

Rain today, top of 20.

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Date: 18/07/2025 07:46:14
From: buffy
ID: 2301341
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Good morning Holidayers. Presently chilly, 1 degree at the back door. We are forecast a partly cloudy 14 degrees.

There is some firewood to be moved and stacked today. I’d better feed the dogs first though.

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Date: 18/07/2025 07:53:42
From: Tamb
ID: 2301343
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

buffy said:


Good morning Holidayers. Presently chilly, 1 degree at the back door. We are forecast a partly cloudy 14 degrees.

There is some firewood to be moved and stacked today. I’d better feed the dogs first though.


14 -> 26° 1/8 cloud, zero wind

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Date: 18/07/2025 09:25:48
From: Divine Angel
ID: 2301351
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Extreme sports enthusiast Felix Baumgartner has died after suffering a “malaise” during a paragliding stunt. He apparently lost consciousness during the flight, injuring a bystander when the paraglider crashed to earth.

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Date: 18/07/2025 09:51:12
From: kii
ID: 2301363
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Divine Angel said:


Extreme sports enthusiast Felix Baumgartner has died after suffering a “malaise” during a paragliding stunt. He apparently lost consciousness during the flight, injuring a bystander when the paraglider crashed to earth.

Oh, well…

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Date: 18/07/2025 09:53:56
From: Tamb
ID: 2301364
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

kii said:


Divine Angel said:

Extreme sports enthusiast Felix Baumgartner has died after suffering a “malaise” during a paragliding stunt. He apparently lost consciousness during the flight, injuring a bystander when the paraglider crashed to earth.

Oh, well…


Gravity is a cruel mistress.

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Date: 18/07/2025 10:05:34
From: Peak Warming Man
ID: 2301366
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

SCIENCE released a statement this morning saying that he was temporarily on leave and that he had the full support of the board.

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Date: 18/07/2025 10:08:11
From: kii
ID: 2301367
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Peak Warming Man said:


SCIENCE released a statement this morning saying that he was temporarily on leave and that he had the full support of the board.

Who?

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Date: 18/07/2025 10:20:09
From: Cymek
ID: 2301371
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Good morning

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Date: 18/07/2025 10:21:14
From: Divine Angel
ID: 2301372
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Cymek said:


Good morning

Yo

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Date: 18/07/2025 10:21:15
From: Tamb
ID: 2301373
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Cymek said:


Good morning

Lo

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Date: 18/07/2025 10:23:12
From: JudgeMental
ID: 2301375
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Cymek said:


Good morning

YOLO

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Date: 18/07/2025 10:25:31
From: Divine Angel
ID: 2301378
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Tomato update: local fruit barn has “gourmet” tomatoes at $5.98/kg

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Date: 18/07/2025 10:26:51
From: Cymek
ID: 2301379
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Divine Angel said:


Cymek said:

Good morning

Yo

How are you ?

I’m reasonable.
Have new comfortable work shoes I’m trying out this morning.
That is my excitement for the week.

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Date: 18/07/2025 10:28:08
From: Peak Warming Man
ID: 2301383
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Cymek said:


Divine Angel said:

Cymek said:

Good morning

Yo

How are you ?

I’m reasonable.
Have new comfortable work shoes I’m trying out this morning.
That is my excitement for the week.

Phoaw

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Date: 18/07/2025 10:34:08
From: Peak Warming Man
ID: 2301385
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Divine Angel said:


Tomato update: local fruit barn has “gourmet” tomatoes at $5.98/kg

Where are they from.

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Date: 18/07/2025 10:34:55
From: Divine Angel
ID: 2301387
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Cymek said:


Divine Angel said:

Cymek said:

Good morning

Yo

How are you ?

I’m reasonable.
Have new comfortable work shoes I’m trying out this morning.
That is my excitement for the week.

All things considered, not too bad. Sinuses have mostly cleared, but gunky lungs so that’s always fun. I wore new shoes yesterday, they’re comfy. Had a chat with my supervising teacher about a kid from yesterday, wanted to know her strategies for dealing with such a child. The horrified look on her face told me before her words she’s never come across a kid like this in her 20+ year career, so that was also fun.

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Date: 18/07/2025 10:39:25
From: Divine Angel
ID: 2301388
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Peak Warming Man said:


Divine Angel said:

Tomato update: local fruit barn has “gourmet” tomatoes at $5.98/kg

Where are they from.

They say local, so maybe Wamuran, Woodford, Sunshine Coast?

I’m still waiting for reasonably priced winter strawberries. I’ve finished the lot from last year that I froze in bulk. They were something like $6 for 18 × 250g punnets. Bought three lots, froze ‘em.

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Date: 18/07/2025 10:44:59
From: Divine Angel
ID: 2301389
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

We need a Friday Funnies thread. Or maybe a Friday if-I-don’t-laugh-I’ll-cry thread

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Date: 18/07/2025 10:45:38
From: Tamb
ID: 2301390
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Divine Angel said:


Peak Warming Man said:

Divine Angel said:

Tomato update: local fruit barn has “gourmet” tomatoes at $5.98/kg

Where are they from.

They say local, so maybe Wamuran, Woodford, Sunshine Coast?

I’m still waiting for reasonably priced winter strawberries. I’ve finished the lot from last year that I froze in bulk. They were something like $6 for 18 × 250g punnets. Bought three lots, froze ‘em.


The early season strawberries were on sale here last weekend.

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Date: 18/07/2025 10:47:11
From: Tamb
ID: 2301391
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Divine Angel said:


We need a Friday Funnies thread. Or maybe a Friday if-I-don’t-laugh-I’ll-cry thread



The Donald has swollen ankles. Apparently it’s not fatal.

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Date: 18/07/2025 10:50:41
From: Divine Angel
ID: 2301392
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Tamb said:


Divine Angel said:

We need a Friday Funnies thread. Or maybe a Friday if-I-don’t-laugh-I’ll-cry thread



The Donald has swollen ankles. Apparently it’s not fatal.

Not in itself, but it’s a symptom of severe cardiovascular disease.

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Date: 18/07/2025 10:53:12
From: Bubblecar
ID: 2301393
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Overslept. Woken up by Ken delivering this book.

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Date: 18/07/2025 10:53:49
From: Tamb
ID: 2301394
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Divine Angel said:


Tamb said:

Divine Angel said:

We need a Friday Funnies thread. Or maybe a Friday if-I-don’t-laugh-I’ll-cry thread



The Donald has swollen ankles. Apparently it’s not fatal.

Not in itself, but it’s a symptom of severe cardiovascular disease.


The medicos were not overly concerned about it.

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Date: 18/07/2025 10:56:06
From: Tamb
ID: 2301395
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Bubblecar said:


Overslept. Woken up by Ken delivering this book.



Looks like an interesting book.

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Date: 18/07/2025 10:58:44
From: Divine Angel
ID: 2301397
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Tamb said:


Divine Angel said:

Tamb said:

The Donald has swollen ankles. Apparently it’s not fatal.

Not in itself, but it’s a symptom of severe cardiovascular disease.


The medicos were not overly concerned about it.

His officially released medical details have him at 4% body fat, over 6 ft tall, and 101 kgs.

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Date: 18/07/2025 11:00:38
From: Cymek
ID: 2301398
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Divine Angel said:


Tamb said:

Divine Angel said:

Not in itself, but it’s a symptom of severe cardiovascular disease.


The medicos were not overly concerned about it.

His officially released medical details have him at 4% body fat, over 6 ft tall, and 101 kgs.

Really ?
So like a body builder at the top of his performance

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Date: 18/07/2025 11:02:13
From: Bubblecar
ID: 2301399
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Tamb said:


Bubblecar said:

Overslept. Woken up by Ken delivering this book.



Looks like an interesting book.

Good winter reading.

We hear a lot about Shackleton’s Endurance stuck in the ice in 1915, but this is the Belgian Belgica expedition stuck in the ice in 1898, which apparently was a lot more challenging and tragic.

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Date: 18/07/2025 11:03:54
From: Peak Warming Man
ID: 2301400
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Divine Angel said:


Tamb said:

Divine Angel said:

Not in itself, but it’s a symptom of severe cardiovascular disease.


The medicos were not overly concerned about it.

His officially released medical details have him at 4% body fat, over 6 ft tall, and 101 kgs.

He’s getting a bit portly.

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Date: 18/07/2025 11:04:42
From: kii
ID: 2301401
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Tamb said:


Divine Angel said:

We need a Friday Funnies thread. Or maybe a Friday if-I-don’t-laugh-I’ll-cry thread


Saggy Yam Tits* has swollen ankles. Apparently it’s not fatal.

*fixed
He doesn’t like this nickname, he likes the other one.

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Date: 18/07/2025 11:05:57
From: JudgeMental
ID: 2301403
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Divine Angel said:


Tamb said:

Divine Angel said:

Not in itself, but it’s a symptom of severe cardiovascular disease.


The medicos were not overly concerned about it.

His officially released medical details have him at 4% body fat, over 6 ft tall, and 101 kgs.

he’s been shopped.

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Date: 18/07/2025 11:07:27
From: Divine Angel
ID: 2301404
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Cymek said:


Divine Angel said:

Tamb said:

The medicos were not overly concerned about it.

His officially released medical details have him at 4% body fat, over 6 ft tall, and 101 kgs.

Really ?
So like a body builder at the top of his performance

“ Per the report, Trump’s height and weight are 75 inches and 224 pounds, respectively. Scans of several body systems—including the eyes, ears, neck, throat, and heart—came back normal.”

https://time.com/7277406/president-donald-trump-health-physical-results-medical-records/

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Date: 18/07/2025 11:18:20
From: Peak Warming Man
ID: 2301409
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Three people making healthy babies.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=p-aZx-oVbP4

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Date: 18/07/2025 11:28:42
From: Michael V
ID: 2301410
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Divine Angel said:


Tamb said:

Divine Angel said:

Not in itself, but it’s a symptom of severe cardiovascular disease.


The medicos were not overly concerned about it.

His officially released medical details have him at 4% body fat, over 6 ft tall, and 101 kgs.

Pants on fire…

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Date: 18/07/2025 11:29:25
From: Michael V
ID: 2301411
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Divine Angel said:


We need a Friday Funnies thread. Or maybe a Friday if-I-don’t-laugh-I’ll-cry thread


Pretty much.

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Date: 18/07/2025 11:32:41
From: Michael V
ID: 2301414
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

This washing up is not going to do itself…

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Date: 18/07/2025 12:02:11
From: Michael V
ID: 2301415
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Michael V said:


This washing up is not going to do itself…

Done. Mrs V has put a load of washing on. It is now pouring rain. Still, that means no garden watering will be necessary.

Next job: prepare dinner.

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Date: 18/07/2025 12:03:16
From: Divine Angel
ID: 2301416
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

“We pride ourselves on attention to detail”

*misspells both mine and Mr Mutant’s names

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Date: 18/07/2025 12:04:03
From: Divine Angel
ID: 2301417
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Michael V said:


Michael V said:

This washing up is not going to do itself…

Done. Mrs V has put a load of washing on. It is now pouring rain. Still, that means no garden watering will be necessary.

Next job: prepare dinner.

It’s been sprinkling on and off here, but no real rain.

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Date: 18/07/2025 12:05:48
From: dv
ID: 2301419
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Had another disturbing dream. We were slaves in a warehouse, receiving instructions and explanations via earpieces. The work was mundane but not too taxing.

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Date: 18/07/2025 12:11:18
From: Peak Warming Man
ID: 2301422
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

dv said:


Had another disturbing dream. We were slaves in a warehouse, receiving instructions and explanations via earpieces. The work was mundane but not too taxing.

lights pipe

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Date: 18/07/2025 12:18:30
From: Divine Angel
ID: 2301423
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

dv said:


Had another disturbing dream. We were slaves in a warehouse, receiving instructions and explanations via earpieces. The work was mundane but not too taxing.

These recent dreams of yours have similar themes: finding yourself in a situation which could be threatening, but you just breeze through it without much effort although you are disturbed by what’s going on. Feeling stuck, in a sense.

So… and this is rhetorical, where are feeling unfulfilled in your life? These dreams often involve your son. Perhaps feeling unable to “fix” situations for him?

You’ll soon receive an invoice for my services. You’re welcome,

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Date: 18/07/2025 12:21:48
From: dv
ID: 2301424
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

I mentioned some time ago the show Andra. Nearly 50 years ago, the ABC this scifi miniseries. Although I remember being very affected by it emotionally, I don’t remember much except that the titular character is completely out of place in a futuristic society and ends up being accidentally abandoned.
Any online descriptions of it say it looked like shit and cost $1000 to make so perhaps my 7 year old self just connected to the emotional core of the story rather than the production values.
Anyway the tapes were deleted and it’s considered “lost media” but I discovered that there is about 2 minutes of footage at the National Archives. Considering applying for them.

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Date: 18/07/2025 12:44:49
From: Divine Angel
ID: 2301427
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

Mr Crisafulli said he would allow the courts to deal with the matter, but added that his government had introduced tougher laws to tackle youth crime.

“Any youths found guilty of murder face a minimum mandatory life in jail under adult crime, adult time,” he said.

“We are not taking a backwards step when it comes to dealing with youth crime in this state.”

https://www.abc.net.au/news/2025-07-17/teens-charged-with-murder-sunshine-coast-stabbing/105540716

~~~
Heard this on the radio this morning, had to scroll to the bottom of the article to find it. This case is very different to the James Bulger case in the UK, but it does remind me that with that case, there was a lot of conversation about changing laws for children who commit murder. No one thought ten year olds would wilfully murder someone, and there was a lot of talk about children of that age knowing right from wrong. The kids in the Sunshine Coast stabbing murder are teenagers, but I still find it interesting to see the conversation around this. So far it seems like a break-and-enter going wrong, rather than breaking and entering with intent to murder.

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Date: 18/07/2025 12:49:24
From: JudgeMental
ID: 2301429
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

dv said:


Had another disturbing dream. We were slaves in a warehouse, receiving instructions and explanations via earpieces. The work was mundane but not too taxing.

good. nothing worse than having a dream where you’re slogging away at tasks and then wake up knackered.

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Date: 18/07/2025 13:47:10
From: Kingy
ID: 2301438
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

I might get some work out of this. It’s about 2km from my depot.

“Dunsborough luxury resort gets green light despite environmental concerns”

https://www.abc.net.au/news/2025-07-16/luxury-resort-approved-dunsborough-quindalup/105534672

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Date: 18/07/2025 13:59:37
From: Divine Angel
ID: 2301442
Subject: re: Chat July 2025

24 hours til JCS

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