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It's amazing the rubbish I get addicted to watching on YouTube. The latest is a channel called Outdoor Boys. It's this guy, sometimes with his 3 sons, who does camping and survival camping programmes. The thought of taking a 3 Yr old survival camping makes me want to drink a huge brandy, especially in minus 30 weather!! For some reason it is highly addictive and also makes me believe that if I had a fold up shovel and saw I, too, could build a survival shelter 😁 -
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My friend took me to see the comedian whilst we were in York and I admit to shedding tears, both laughter and sadness ones! His tour ,Rhod Gilbert and the giant grapefruit is an honest, gruelling but genuinely funny account of his cancer battle with stage 4 head and neck cancer, caused by the HPV virus. Showing photos along the way, his passion for life shone through. He involved audience members with their cancer stories and was honestly an inspiration. One of the most sad parts for me was watching him constantly need water, as the treatment had killed his saliva glands, plus watching him adjust his new hearing aids as he went along as his hearing was damaged. Loved ,loved, loved the show and I went from not knowing who he was to a fan overnight! -
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Been up north for a few days and had the brilliant experience of a day at Eden Camp. I found it very moving to think that actual prisoners of war were kept there. The huts with set scenes not only looked good but also had distinct smells added, plus hear from the smoke depicting blitz fires.I came out and had trouble getting the smells out of my head (and nose). Wonderful day with so much history. Was quite emotional in the hall as they were playing Vera Lynn and a group of older visitors was sat singing along -
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Who here has a kitchen junk drawer? What made you start one? Where did this whole junk drawer thing come from? If you do have one, what's in it? Mine currently has some spare batteries, pens, headphones, charger, some coins, hair grips, a few bills , a stapler and 3 plastic forks! I remember mum having a junk drawer, just checked with my kids they also have 1!! -
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I for one am going into this general election open minded. I will listen to all the parties and decide which one lines up with my beliefs, no matter who it is. One thing I've been thinking...there is always an election victory song( I remember Tony Blairs Things can only get better!) ..if either of the main parties win I wonder what their song will be? -
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On a recent trip, I fell head over heels in love with Scotland. From Edinburgh to Loch Ness, its beauty left me speechless. Over the last year, visiting various places in the UK, I've been struck at how beautiful so many places around us are. Countryside, villages, meeting friendly welcoming locals has been such fun We should all be very proud x -
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It is a hard weekend for me and mine. It is 2 years ago tomorrow since Dad died. Today, my daughter ,Grandson and I went to weston Super Mare to visit my mum. Traffic was non existent all the way down, the sun was out apart from 3 minutes of rain. My grandson rode his first donkey and we spent time making sand castles. Had a lovely visit with my mum and then the drive back was clear and peaceful. Spending time with my beloved Grandson soothed my soul, and gave me strength to deal with tomorrow. Life is hard, but we should count our blessings. Wishing everyone a very peaceful Easter weekend xxx -
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I've been laughing because my son rang me and was obviously in work mode on the telephone due to his words and voice.He also has my mum's side of family mode and his other nanas west Indian side mode. Made me think of myself and realised I have various speaking voices, both pronunciation and vocabulary that I use. I have work mode, normal (common)mode and I also have dad's family mode. I didn't realise this until my kids remarked when with dad's family my gypsy accent is more pronounced and I use words they don't understand! Is everyone multi moded?? 🙃😁 -
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Just had an interesting email regarding the term Global Majoritythat they adopted last year. It is to replace ethnicity terms .Quote "We use global majority in place of other terms you may have heard of, are currently using, or have previously used. This includes terms such as BAME (Black, Asian, and Minority Ethnic), BIPOC (Black, Indigenous, and People of Colour), and ethnic minorities". Looking online, I see lots of places taking it up , with one replacing BAME with GEM for Global Ethnic Majority. I honestly cannot keep up with correct terminology -
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If you haven't caught any of it, she is the district attorney taking on Donald Trumps election rigging case. Ms Willis is being questioned about her relationship with a special prosecutor whom she hired for the case, amongst accusations that she overpaid him and proffited from his salary because he took her on holidays and cruises. She stated she paid her half, but in cash so no record. No record of her withdrawing cash to pay him as it was " from cash lying around her house". Very entertaining. On a serious note though, if kicked off the Trump case it will be hugely delayed ,probably until after the election, or dropped altogether -
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National No Bra Day 2023 is a day when people are encouraged to forgo wearing bras as a symbol of breast health awareness and body positivity. It serves as a reminder to perform regular breast self-examinations, a crucial step in early breast cancer detection. Participants are also encouraged to support individuals and families affected by breast cancer and to raise funds for research and patient support organizations. Enjoy the Freedom ( ladies AND Gents 😁) -
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It's been a long week but I was sent some photos from my team that made my day. A few months ago, I had a random chat with two volunteers who had both lost their husbands. We got talking about music and discovered they both had piles of records at home but nothing to play them on and that these records held so many memories of their lost ones. I went away deep in thought... and a few months later (and some serious funding writing efforts!) one of my services launched the Vinyl club. A place older residents can bring their records and share the memories that the songs bring back. They were served refreshments and mocktails and all sang ,and cried a little, to old favourites. Sometimes my job is heartbreaking. Other times, brings such happiness. Play your songs everyone, music is magical x -
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Driven forward Community Fridge is open to EVERYONE who is struggling with cost of living and buying food. All it costs is a £3 donation for food that is saved from going to waste. Check out their FB for news of things coming in https://www.facebook.com/groups/320778092672886/?hoisted_section_header_type=recently_seen&multi_permalinks=1013650023385686 -
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I've been reading on fb the posts of a palliative nurse. She lives in Herts but works in Hillibgdon, night shifts. Each night shift will cost her £25 ulez charge . She drives all over the Borough and cannot do public transport due to time of work and all the equipment She carries. I'm not sure how people can afford this . I must admit I hadn't even considered someone working a nightshirt spanning two 24 hour periods
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