COLD DARK ROOM

[CarolM]

In a way.
But it's really just that we can't afford to throw anything away that could possibly be of use to someone or saleable.
It also means people steal manhole covers and fences to sell and anything else that isn't nailed down in triplicate.
And then they do not put litter in bins as the streets are swept every night, so lots of stuff ends up in the drains, sewers and rivers. People leave their picnic rubbish including babies nappies at the site of their picnic. A lot of it is quite sickening.
The villages and hard shoulders along every road for thousands of kilometres anywhere across the country are chocked with rubbish.

That is not so good. Breeding grounds for germs. Just shows you everything is not always greener on the other side.

 

[CarolM]

Thanks, Mooz!
Which one?

Both

 

[CarolM]

I took my son, his friend & my sister in law to Venice Beach Ca. I’m not sure if you guys have heard of it but it’s a tourist attraction for sure!! It’s actually really dirty there but it makes for good people watching.
Then, about 2 miles away from there, is the Santa Monica Pier.

We did a lot of walking and rode the Ferris wheel. My son doesn’t like roller coasters at all so no other rides.
We got the best pic from the Ferris wheel.
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Looks like a great outing. And those pics from the Ferris Wheel are awesome.

 

[Lyn W]

In a way.
But it's really just that we can't afford to throw anything away that could possibly be of use to someone or saleable.
It also means people steal manhole covers and fences to sell and anything else that isn't nailed down in triplicate.
And then they do not put litter in bins as the streets are swept every night, so lots of stuff ends up in the drains, sewers and rivers. People leave their picnic rubbish including babies nappies at the site of their picnic. A lot of it is quite sickening.
The villages and hard shoulders along every road for thousands of kilometres anywhere across the country are chocked with rubbish.

Oh dear - not the environmentally friendly haven I was imaging.

 

[CarolM]

Phew! Caught up

And so has Adam nearly, so hopefully the morning catchup will take a little less time soon

My Moderator forum has a :grouphug: emoticon for a group hug. It’s a shame TFO doesn’t have this too; we’d use it a lot!
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Have a good day all. I must go catch up with the laundry (it keeps running off [emoji23]) Not see you later

I wouldn't mind if my laundry ran away. Although I just wish that they would start making clothes that are dirt and stain resistant. So no matter what, your clothes would stay clean and smell nice all the time ...oh and of course wrinkle free (unless it is designed to have wrinkles).

 

[Lyn W]

I took my son, his friend & my sister in law to Venice Beach Ca. I’m not sure if you guys have heard of it but it’s a tourist attraction for sure!! It’s actually really dirty there but it makes for good people watching.
Then, about 2 miles away from there, is the Santa Monica Pier.

We did a lot of walking and rode the Ferris wheel. My son doesn’t like roller coasters at all so no other rides.
We got the best pic from the Ferris wheel.
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Looks like a good time was had by all, but those rides are too scary for me too!

 

[Lyn W]

This is a question for our UK contingent: which you say is the best month to visit the UK- mainly England/Wales? [emoji636]

It depends which season you like really.
I would say May/June as you are likely to get some good weather even when the climate is back to normal.

 

[CarolM]

Hope not! I thought the rustling was cats and threw a bucket of water over the shrubs!

A free bath, Lucky PO.

 

[Lyn W]

The one and only little diamond that I ever owned was in my engagement ring, which was stolen while I was pregnant with Jarrod. My hands had swelled up so I took it off and kept it in my purse which was then stolen. I have never replaced it though.

That's a shame! I hate losing sentimental things (fortunately not had had anything stolen like that though - that's worse)

 

[Lyn W]

I wouldn't mind if my laundry ran away. Although I just wish that they would start making clothes that are dirt and stain resistant. So no matter what, your clothes would stay clean and smell nice all the time ...oh and of course wrinkle free (unless it is designed to have wrinkles).

You could become naturists - they don't have to worry about all that!
Although I don't think the wrinkle free bit would last forever!!

 

[Lyn W]

Good morning all, quite a mundane rather than manic Monday here for me.
Lola has had his soak - a lovely long one with all 4 legs stretched out as far as possible.
He's strutting about but not touched his food yet.
So off out weed walking again - quite hard to find good dandies as it's been so dry, but I know a good place for plantains.

I was hoping PO would ring again to get it over with.
The longer it goes on the less sure I am that I've done the right thing and wonder how neighbours will retaliate - which they surely will!
Anyway I'll cross that bridge when I come to it - talking of which I'd better go cross my local one for my weeds.
See you later and have a good day
TTFN

 

[CarolM]

Annddddd I have now caught up again. Sjoe it is hard work (NOT). I love it when there are lots of posts and the CDR has been busy. Makes my life a little less boring.
It is windy and cold here in the Cape. With a new week to look forward to. Still haven't won the lottery, so got to carry on working for now. That Lottery is going to be mine one day......eventually. In ten days my Eldest (Liam) will be turning 20. It is actually very strange to know that he will be twenty, as I tend to think of my boys as being my babies still. But they do need to grow up at some point I suppose.

And it is time to make some enquiries and or comments again I think:
@Bee62 - How are the lambs doing by the way, they must be getting really big by now.
@DE42 - Please let us know when you are back online and how you are doing? We still worry especially since we have not heard from you in a while
@ZEROPILOT - So nice to have you pop in again recently and very happy that your Mom was having a good day. How are you feeling lately.
@Moozillion - Thank you so much for the update about Jacques, although you should tell him that it is a rule that you have to try food at least once before you turn your nose up at it. And How is little Elsa doing lately. Some photo's would be nice.
@Yvonne G - So glad we can entertain you with our lives, and will endevour to carry on doing so. Did you ever sort out your cat peeing porblem btw?
@Gillian Moore - Was lovely to not see you in the CDR. Please do it more often, you are part of the family and we miss you.
@Maro2Bear - Hi Mark Adam is nearly at the end of his catch up, so you can come back again, hopefully with some lovely new pics that will set a nice and relaxing mood.
@Toddrickfl1 - Your Majesty you only have 11 days left to enjoy being at the top. How is your Dad's rehab going? And how are Snap and Murphy doing?
@Kristoff - I love your sense of humour please don't ever stop being you. Any new interesting Geocatches found lately?
@JoesMum - I seriously do not know where you get all your energy from. You are a wonder woman. Only a few more days and then it is off to MOM.
@EllieMay - Looks like Linda has some competition in the energy department. You sure are one busy lady as well. I love reading your posts about your place and animals. Thank you so much .
@Bambam1989 - Please when you do get into your ART room again post a pic of your sculture as it is before you start again on it, so we can see a before pic and an after pic. Clunker is just adorable thanks for including pics on his update thread.
@Dipa - How is your little star doing? And is it still very hot where you are?
@rjamesbeasley - How's Life treating you? Have you shown us a pic of your babies yet? I can't remember.
@mrnewberry - Thank you for that gorgeous pic of your little ones. They are beautiful. But how about sharing some pics of your other passions as well. I would love to see a pic or two of your bird and the knives that you make.
@Momof4 - How are you feeling today? All better I hope. And we haven't heard any updates on your new tort that joined your family last month. How is it settling in. Much Happier than it was at your sisters I hope.
@Lyn W - I really really hope that the Police woman makes it round to your neighbours so that they can sort them out. Did Lola behave over the weekend and has the little doggie gone back yet?
@Tidgy's Dad - And last but not least. Welcome Back Adam, we are all very happy that you are back. The CDR is just not the same without you. Although we did try, and we even managed to welcome some new members relatively decently while you were gone.

Now to sit back and enjoy the response posts coming in.

 

[CarolM]

You could become naturists - they don't have to worry about all that!
Although I don't think the wrinkle free bit would last forever!!

Probably not...re the wrinkle free. And Lol, I am not comfortable enough to ever do that. Now if I could change how that looked on a daily basis, then maybe...

 

[CarolM]

Good morning all, quite a mundane rather than manic Monday here for me.
Lola has had his soak - a lovely long one with all 4 legs stretched out as far as possible.
He's strutting about but not touched his food yet.
So off out weed walking again - quite hard to find good dandies as it's been so dry, but I know a good place for plantains.

I was hoping PO would ring again to get it over with.
The longer it goes on the less sure I am that I've done the right thing and wonder how neighbours will retaliate - which they surely will!
Anyway I'll cross that bridge when I come to it - talking of which I'd better go cross my local one for my weeds.
See you later and have a good day
TTFN

Never second guess your decissions. That is when things go wrong. And besides how are you supposed to get them to stop.

 

[Kristoff]

The one and only little diamond that I ever owned was in my engagement ring, which was stolen while I was pregnant with Jarrod. My hands had swelled up so I took it off and kept it in my purse which was then stolen. I have never replaced it though.

Shame Mom’s and grandma’s jewelry were stolen, and I’m still sad. They had a great value for me as a memory.

 

[Kristoff]

Hope not! I thought the rustling was cats and threw a bucket of water over the shrubs!

Knowing your neighbors, pretending to be a shrub in your garden could be the most dangerous work in the world!

 

[CarolM]

Shame Mom’s and grandma’s jewelry were stolen, and I’m still sad. They had a great value for me as a memory.

Pretty much why I did not replace it. As it was my engagement ring and you can't replace that.

 

[Bee62]

Several diamonds and citrines.
First ring she saw at our local jeweller's.
"Take your time", says I. "There's plenty more in the shop and lots of other shops, or we could get one made."
Two weeks and several kilometres later, she still bought that first one.

Hmm sounds natural for a wife to me. I would have done the same ! When you at once fell in love with someone or something you don`t look at other ( things ). LOL !

 

[Bee62]

Can't.
wifey wisely counts her diamonds every day.

I would do the same living together with you. She knows you well....

 

[Bee62]

Fried legs and everything) I’m sure it’s a delicacy somewhere [emoji16]

When you can eat crabs you might eat spiders too. Maybe the wool spiders are a little bit woolly ?( if she exist )