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New Raised Beds

I've got 2 new raised beds (small) and I've decided I'm growing some peas and carrots in one and salad stuffs in the other. I read that I should fertilise the soil for peas but NOT for carrots. What...

ethandron

Eastenders Dot

Has she had something done to her eyes? Maybe an eye lift? She looks different and has no eye bags now.

Ric.ror

Decisions Decisions

I get paid on the 15 so shall I opt for a bread maker or the dyson digital slim? Your vote will count...

campbellking

Painting Bits That Are Out Of Reach Over The Stairs

Am about to paint the hallway and stairs area. Does anyone recommend a particular device to get the bits done I can't reach and at least achieve a reasonable line between ceiling and wall. Thanks...

waterboatman

Good Morning Early Birds!

Thursday. Non of the promised frost this morning. Just as well, the rosemary is in bloom and the mint is growing, I'll soon have some of both fresh for cooking. Wonderful. It's mild out, with a gentle...

ferlew

Why...

the flippy flop do dog food makers add in veg. Cannot imagine a doggie running around thinking "Oooo ~I must get some veggies in my food....

bluebird34

Conservatory

I am hoping to add a conservatory to my detached bungalow this year and would like to hear from others who have done this and may have tips on what to include and what to avoid. I have a metal sunroom...

welshlibranr

My Spaniel

My spaniel bitch is lovely and friendly, very curious and a bit of a coward where larger dogs are concerned, she has decided that we have to go the way she decides when out for our walks, she's so...

ladybirder

Water Butt Not Filling Up. Any Ideas How To Fix?

I can see what's wrong now. Last night I pulled the hose that comes from the lid into the down pipe away from the down pipe. I could see something which could be the mechanism blocking the hole where...

sandyRoe

Can It Be Right That Pigs Are Shot In Order To Sharpen The Skills Of Military Surgeons?

http://www.huffingtonpost.co.uk/2014/02/18/mod-pigs-military_n_4806465.html...

Tilly2

Bathed In Sunshine

I am sitting here in my kitchen bathed in glorious sunlight. The door is open and there's gentle breeze. Have I been asleep for a long time? What month is it?

emmie

New Channel

called BonanzaBonanza, showing old American tv shows, has anyone caught up with this yet. Currently showing The Beverley Hillbillies, which i loved, then there is Sherlock with who knows... and The...

needawin

Vinyl On Concrete Advice Please

I have a concrete floor in the kitchen with ceramic tiles on top. Getting a new kitchen fitted soon. Would it be wise to lay vinyl on the old tiles or lift them? What can I put under the vinyl for...

breadstick

Stephen Fry

Do you like him? I find him hilarious and he must be one of the most knowledgeable people on the planet

emmie

Its Still Raining

how irritating, perhaps more flooding on the way, getting the galoshes out and my more sturdy brolly, the other one took a battering the other day, i almost ended up taking off into the wild grey...

Prudie

Tripadvisor?

Do you post reviews on tripadvisor? I do and try to be honest and put good ones as well as bad but I find them fascinating reading. I was looking yesterday at some 5* resorts abroad (things like...

RATTER15

We Had Big Plans For This Year But It Has All Been Scuppered And We Are To Lose Almost Everything.

Since we have been on this farm we have been battling our Landlady for a contract. All the terms and conditions were laid out but due to time restraints we couldn't wait for a contract before moving...

Sparkles62

Dogs And Veg

I know that there are some fruits that are bad for dogs, but are there any veg that are bad for them? I have a totally nutty dog, she isn,t keen on dog food but loves veg, either cooked or raw. She...

giveup

Drowning In Paper

Thought it would be a good idea to sort out the filing cabinets. Wish I'd never started, I've got receipts for things we haven't got anymore. Have just stopped to make a cup of tea then I've got to...