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77sunset
Merino
Australia
December 14, 2011 1:02 PM Post #8929545
| Here we are . a milestone. 100 threads for the Tea Room...
Thank you all fro keeping it going so long.
I enjoy coming in each day and seeing who has popped in for a cuppa.
Sunny here this morning again, but quite cool as yet. It has been warming up after lunch then cool again in the evening.
I can live with this weather but rain once a week would be nice.
I love the outhouse stories.
Chrissy , like you, I prefer a separate loo . So many seem to be in the bathroom.
It may be an English trait as I notice on all those English relocation shows, the people look surprised to see separate loos.
What about the ancient Romans with their public , many seating loos ?
Not the place I would pick to meet friends etc..
Anthony I hope all goes really well with your sale.
Teresa, glad you are getting over the bug. Poor Copper, he will adjust eventually.
Charleen, what are you going to make next. I love seeing all your projects.
Dianne and Colleen, I'm glad you decided not to try to remove my brug baby. You may have fallen in the brambles like the Tar Baby. lol..
Better get over and put up a signpost or people will be wandering all over the place.
Have a lovely day.
Jean.
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77sunset
Merino
Australia
December 14, 2011 1:25 PM Post #8929580
| We came from here...
http://davesgarden.com/community/forums/t/1232205/
Had a darn time getting the links to work this morning but here it is .
Jean. |
ctmorris
barmera
Australia
December 14, 2011 1:26 PM Post #8929584
| Good morning everyone. 100 threads, that's great isn't it? We can certainly talk. Yes, good luck hope everything goes as planned for your big sale of Lilliums Anthony. That will be a wonderful Christmas Present for you. No Jean we haven't touched your baby. I think the maggies were the ones to keep us out.It was the threat of no more biscuits from you that made them do their job. Treasure was the leader there. Aurea still isn't out but by the end of the day or tomorrow I reckon. Oh I do love these brugs and the broms of course and the hippies and and and. One and a half days til school ends for the year then 7 weeks of fun. lol Have decided not to do the bathroom. 2 new rainwater tanks and new watering system right through the gardens. A pump for the tanks. I am still going to get new taps in the bathroom and a new vanity but think that the garden is more important to me anyway. Maybe I'll be able to afford the new Shadehouse as well. I went and bought my new stove yesterday, so that will be in for Christmas dinner. Oh it will be lovely to have a stove that I will be able to turn down. All the thermostats are gone on the old one. It's been a terrible stove right from the start. I also bought myself a new outfit for Christmas day. A lovely white top and tan pedal pushers. Haven't bought new clothes for soooo long thought that I deserved some. Well had better get the boys ready will be back later. Colleen 
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ridesredmule
Barnesville (Charle, GA (Zone 8b)
December 14, 2011 2:15 PM Post #8929649
| Yeah!!!! for The Austrailia team!!!! Love you folks.
I may have to see if I can make a windmill, Ilove them too Karen. It would be nice to have a real working windmill.
Colleen those boys are growing, look so cute. I know the boys are looking forward to their holidays.
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chrissy100
Sydney
Australia
December 14, 2011 2:45 PM Post #8929677
| Happy 100 yay team !!!!! three cheers for our lovely Tea Shop Lady congratulations Jean and the customers ! 
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Seachanger
Clifton Springs
Australia
December 14, 2011 7:12 PM Post #8929978
| Congrats, to Jean and all the contributors...when did you start the Tea room,Jean... it was well going when I joined DG in Nov 2009...
Lovely pic of the boys, Colleen..
Nice to buy something new for yourself..
Great shot of the windmill, Karen.
My mother has her residents' Christmas party this afternoon...so I'm off to enjoy it with her..
Took out the Electric pink flax yesterday..it was so tall and wide, we couldn't see around it.
Have a nice day all.
Dianne.
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77sunset
Merino
Australia
December 14, 2011 7:38 PM Post #8930015
| Dianne, I forget how many years the Tea Room has been going.
I remember seeing similar on the US forums so thought it may be a good idea here.
Just a cosy place to chat about anything, while we still have all the other threads on particular things.
I'm glad everyone enjoys it.
Must be nearly time for the carpet to make an entrance again.
Maybe after Christmas when things are quiet, we may pop in to see a few friends.
Jean. |
chrissy100
Sydney
Australia
December 14, 2011 9:13 PM Post #8930130
| For anyone wanting a walk down memory lane here is the first Flower Tea Room (it had a name change since then )
Enjoy ...it's been a long journey. 
http://davesgarden.com/community/forums/t/872113/ |
77sunset
Merino
Australia
December 14, 2011 9:27 PM Post #8930150
| Thanks Chrissy. I had forgotten when it started. It has been fun for me and for everyone popping in, I hope.
Old faces gone and new faces coming in.
Brian & Leisa will always be around looking for more cream. .
Funny that noone has been looking for the wine since Brian passed. I bet all the time it was just Leisa nipping it. I hear you laughing Leisa.
Elaine, before I forget once again, my pretty vine grown from the seeds you sent me a few years ago has been blooming its head off.
It isnt white after all but a very lovely pastel pink. I just forget the name for the minute, I know it starts with A.
Jean.
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g_whizz
rosetta TASMANIA
Australia
December 15, 2011 12:47 AM Post #8930214
| hello all |
chrissy100
Sydney
Australia
December 15, 2011 1:08 AM Post #8930223
| Hi Anthony how are you tonight ? feeling ok ? |
77sunset
Merino
Australia
December 15, 2011 12:42 PM Post #8930828
| Good morning everyone.. The sun is shining but is quite chilly so far.. Will be like yesterday and get very warm after lunch.
I had to turn on the dripper hose yesterday for the first time in 2 years. The cottage garden was looking very dry so I thought I had better give the plants a drink.
Most of the larger areas of garden just have to get by as best they can now. The trees have all grown very tall so the smaller plants have slowly dies out or been moved. What survives is a woodland type area with plants that can fend for themselves all year.. eg..arums, hardy geraniums, wallflowers, bulbs etc.
Hello Anthony, love your spotty lilium. Hope you are feeling much better.
Colleen, how are your hippies going ? Mine dont look like flowering this year at all. Quite a few seedling ones coming on though.
Dianne,pity about having to remove your flax , but gardens are like that arent they ? Plants grow too big for their space sometimes.
Chrissy, are you enjoying getting around in your garden once again or is it still too wet ? Be very careful there.
Hello Elaine, Karen and Teresa. Hope all is well with you all.
Hello Charleen, keep warm over there.
Louise if you happen to look in , we miss hearing all about the girls.
Better go and see what I can find for you all in the kitchen.
I will leave a plate of lovely cream cakes out.
That should satisfy any nibblers.
Look who I saw wandering around outside the Tea Room this morning.
Probably like Charley, wanting some cookies before they fly off to help Santa.
Have a happy day.
Jean.
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ctmorris
barmera
Australia
December 15, 2011 1:09 PM Post #8930874
| Good morning everyone. I think it's going to be a hot one today. Lots of buds coming again on the brugs. The yellow Aurea is nearly out. Don't they take forever when you're waiting, like watching a pot boil. OSA is about to have another flush and Avalanche is building up again.. My stove is ready to pick up. My son will pick it up Saturday morning for me. They wanted to charge me $49 to deliver it 9 miles. I could drive to Adelaide and back twice for that. I have ordered my tanks but they won't be here til the new year. Will have to see about a pump too. When I get the new watering system it will make watering so much easier for me. I will still have to water the SH by hand , and all the pots but that won't be so bad. Well last half day at school for the boys today. I will have to duck down and grab the last of my Christmas shopping this morning. My Aunty gave the boys a card each with $50 in it and she wants the boys to spend some of it on a present for me. I wonder what they'll buy for me. Must go I hope everyone is well and I'll be back later. Colleen 
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ridesredmule
Barnesville (Charle, GA (Zone 8b)
December 15, 2011 1:16 PM Post #8930877
| Yes. we want to know what the boys get you. I am looking forward to it. Colleen.
Jean, he (the deer) and Charley can share cookies.
The donkeys and Charley all get their feet done tomarrow. I hope it goes o.k. This is first time of a 2 o'clock appointment. I get nervous enough at morning trims so know this is going to be a new adventure. I'll have them tied before he gets here.
It was almost Springlike today. Now it can stay like this...Got some Lantanas cut back but still got more to cut. I can see my Walkway now...
Hugs to all.
Charleen |
DawnSong
Brisbane
Australia
December 15, 2011 2:56 PM Post #8931003
| Good morning. Wow, 100th tea room threads. It is wonderful to see. And Jean, I think it has stayed popular because of the thoughtful TLC you give it. I wasn't here in 2008, but often wondered how long it has been going. Question, do you still have Mogwai? I love him.
Charleen, I actually wondered if you could make a windmill. Even a Dutch windmill, perhaps? They are fascinating structures, for sure. Good luck with the foot trims tomorrow. And also for removing that lantana. It takes over in a big way and is a devil to remove.
Colleen, whatever the boys get for you, I hope it comes from the heart.
Anthony, did your sale go through? Is your garden bare now?
Jean, what a splendid specimen of (?) deer. He's a beauty.
Chrissy, you must be a Scorpio. They are great at researching and tracking things down.
Colleen, you won't know yourself with the new stove. Good on you.
A big cheesy smile to everyone. I am feeling so comfortable as it is lovely and cool, but not wet. Perfect summer day!
Karen
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77sunset
Merino
Australia
December 15, 2011 4:04 PM Post #8931072
| Mogwai is forever watching, Karen.
Before I met hubby, he lived on the dash of my car and travelled around the country.
( Mogwai that is, not hubby )
Now Mogwai sits here next to the computer keeping an eye on things.
Here is a pic of him with his friends. They all sit around the computer. Very intellectual pets.
Jean.
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ridesredmule
Barnesville (Charle, GA (Zone 8b)
December 15, 2011 4:06 PM Post #8931074
| Everyone of them are so cute. |
chrissy100
Sydney
Australia
December 15, 2011 11:02 PM Post #8931618
| Hello Libra here Karen ,
looks like everyone is busy getting things ready for Christmas,
Love all the little cuties everyone.
I thought I might pose a question ...what are looking forward to eating over Christmas ?
What do you allow yourself at Christmas time, that you don't eat the rest of the year.
For me it is a tray of baked stuffing, served with great gobs of apple sauce.
Christmas cake is a close second.
Normally I don't have much of an appetite because I lose my urge for food when it is hot.
That will tell you how cool it is here ...lucky if we got up to 20C today (unbelievable ).
So go on, tell us what you love to munch on over Christmas. |
g_whizz
rosetta TASMANIA
Australia
December 16, 2011 1:07 AM Post #8931646
| No sale as of yet,,. I have 'Gizmo' with the wobbly head on top of the screen,.,.Dianne, ive had seed liliums come out today,.Regale -Orienpet cross,.,.like ive never seen before,.,.seed growing is ''SO'' uplifting!! |
themoonhowl
Prairieville, LA (Zone 9a)
December 16, 2011 4:31 AM Post #8931705
| Good day to you all.
I ran across this sign posted outside an East Cape NZ church...I thought you all might enjoy.
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DawnSong
Brisbane
Australia
December 16, 2011 7:55 AM Post #8931897
| Jean, I love your little intellectual pets. How gorgeous to have them round the computer with you while you are working on it.
Moon, I would love a family of penguins come breed here but don't know about the smell. I have trouble with bad smells.
Chrissy, although it is totally illegal on a diabetic's diet, I am going to get extra insulin out and have myself a good helping of Christmas pudding with brandy custard. Oh my is watering just thinking about it.
Libra. Well, you have a Scorpio trait there too.
Anthony, fingers crossed for you. I used to love growing things from seed, and cuttings too, and had me a green thumb. Seem to have lost it over the years, and just don't have the time for seeds these days.
My epiphyllum, Stern von Erlau has a seed pod developing. I don't know what it will be as I think the bees pollinated it. I might actually try to grow these when the fruit ripens. It could be the same as the magnificent mother plant, or a brand new ... something.
Karen
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chrissy100
Sydney
Australia
December 16, 2011 1:08 PM Post #8932250
| Morning everyone ...wow I think we will get through today without rain, it's still cold though ! will warm up later they say to a whole 23C ...such a huge difference to our usual high 30C's + 40C's + which are common here. Not complaining
Moon I do love that Church sign ...how wonderful !
Scorpio trait ? probably but I don't scrub the toilet with a toothbrush belonging to someone I am mad at (like a Scorpio relative of mine does UGH !) ...she is lovable in every way but don't make her mad :)
Luckily the Christmas feast comes but once a year ...Christmas Pudding is so good !
Well we are missing a few busy people, but it's still early so I will pop in later after some gardening.
Happy Saturday Morning everyone ! |
77sunset
Merino
Australia
December 16, 2011 1:17 PM Post #8932272
| Good morning everyone. A beautiful morning here. Cloudy but warm. Very pleasant walking around the garden early.
A bit of tidying up along the paths to do today . It is very dry here now , unlike the 2 previous years at this time. Lots of dead plants that I had let go to self seed , need clearing out.
Going to a dangerous summer with all the long grass growing so well but now tinder dry.
Some fools had a roadside burn yesterday and it got out of hand. Hot & windy is not a day for burning .
It must have flared up early this morning as hubbys pager went off around 3 am . Nothing since, so they must have put it out.
Hello Moon, penguins are very cute , but I dont think I want them under my house. I'm sure those ones are well looked after by the Man upstairs.
Karen, grow your epi fruit if you like but be prepared to wait years for flowers.
I fertilised one of mine 3 years ago and am waiting , waiting...
I see a few fruits on my epis this year, inside the shadehouse. Must have been small insects. I picked the fruit off and tossed it.
There are 2 fruits from last year, ripened on one of the outside epis probably from bees. I have just let them go. They will fall off one day.
Hello Teresa, hope all is well with you over there.
Hello Colleen, you wont know yourself with the tanks and new watering system. Enjoy your new stove too. We tossed ours when it packed up.
Hello Dianne, did you see my arborea baby on the brug thread ? I hope your brugs are all opening .
Hello Chrissy, you must be pleased at having a little dry weather to get out and about in the garden.
Hello Anthony, I hope the sale does eventuate for you. Lots of beautiful liliums must be making your place lovely. I still have a couple of buds to open plus all the tigers.
Hello Charleen. I hope Charley behaves when all the reindeer are parked on your roof at Christmas.
Hello to everyone else and I hope all those with any illness etc are well and truly on the mend now. .
Going out to enjoy the day before it heats up.
Have a lovely day and enjoy this Chocolate Angelfood Cake
Happy day,
Jean.
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ctmorris
barmera
Australia
December 16, 2011 1:53 PM Post #8932346
| Good morning everyone. It's an absolutely beautiful morning here. I got up at 5.30 and it was so warm even then. It's overcast and trying to rain now. There's a slight breeze lovely. Well my stove comes this morning but probably wont get it wired in til next week. I'll give the electrician a buzz when it gets here and let him know. I can smell my new little Aurea all over the yard. It smells different this morning. not so lemony. Well the rain has now covered the concrete path so it's getting a bit heavier. Doesn't matter as there's lots to do inside. One week to Christmas, not long now. Pork crackling, Chrissy. I love pork crackling. You can keep the pudding I'll just have the crackling thanks. It's making my mouth water just thinking about it. The new stove is fan-forced. Do they cook any different than an ordinary stove? I know you have to set them lower, oven, than an ordinary one but I was just wondering, do they cook the same. Must go, the boys are up and rearing to do something . be back later. Colleen 
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ridesredmule
Barnesville (Charle, GA (Zone 8b)
December 16, 2011 4:45 PM Post #8932520
| Charley and the donkeys got their Pedicures today.☺☺ They did very good. Even the girl donkeys were so sweet. Charley always tries himself but John the farrier straighten him out.. Love him he is good and gets it done without being mean. Can't find good farriers very much, most horse farriers Do Not like long ears at all. My Donkeys are very well mannered, now at the beginning they were bad. But we have worked and finally got them the way they should be.
Been beautiful this week.
You all have a great weekend. |
77sunset
Merino
Australia
December 16, 2011 4:58 PM Post #8932531
| More cookies for Charley and friends for being so good.
Did you paint his 'nails 'after his pedicure...lol
Jean. |
ridesredmule
Barnesville (Charle, GA (Zone 8b)
December 16, 2011 5:09 PM Post #8932541
| I've been tempted but haven't painted them yet!!! He has the prettiest feet. Perfect shapes (to me)☺
You know when they are in shows they "do" painted their hooves. I bet he would be quite beautiful.
The farriers little boy(about 7-8) told me Charley had a "Mohawk." I love his Mohawk. I'll trim it in March when he gets his feet done again. The hooves grow slower thru the winter...
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Seachanger
Clifton Springs
Australia
December 16, 2011 6:42 PM Post #8932615
| Afternoon all...warm and windy here...
I worry about getting Mick's feet trimmed too, Charleen...but our farrier is awake up to all of his tricks..
It's his near hind that we have probs with...he gets the most sly look in his eyes and you just know that he is going to swing that hoof...a good whack in the ribs soon changes his mind...he can go nearly all year and on the last trim he will try it...lol
Yes, Charleen in those horse shows, the horses wear more make up than the female handlers...
Mind you, they do look beautiful with their enhanced eyes, manes and tails...and their painted hoofs.
I know that it's hooves, but nobody uses "ves" as a plural anymore do they?...roofs, hoofs, spoofs..just an observation.
When I went to my mum's Christmas party, I bought some raffle tickets and won a Christmas Cake..
It is really cute with Santa's legs sticking out of the chimney that is on the top of the cake...
Good thing that I hadn't made one this year..
I like fan forced ovens Colleen, I had one in my last house...Don't really know why but it seemed to cook cakes in particular very well... it was a Fischer & Paykal with a big plate heating drawer in the bottom..I tried to get another one when we moved here, but my model was no longer made...that heating drawer was so handy..
Cute sign Moon...One of the wineries up the road has a sign out the front that says..
DEAR SANTA ... HOW BAD IS BAD...I had to think about it...lol
Congrats on your Arborea, Jean
Anthony, can't wait for your pics...those new ones sound great...ditto on the seed growing...
Dianne
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g_whizz
rosetta TASMANIA
Australia
December 16, 2011 7:23 PM Post #8932651
| MMMMMMMMM!!!!!-pork crackling -Colleen |
77sunset
Merino
Australia
December 16, 2011 8:46 PM Post #8932726
| Plum pudding for me. I go mad at Christmas and usually buy 2 or 3.
I can tell myself I am allowed as I dont have any during the year.
I wont mention any other naughty things I do eat during the year, ( maybe a little chocolate )
Jean. |
Marleneann
Sunshine Coast
Australia
December 16, 2011 9:01 PM Post #8932744
| Just popped in to say " Hi" to everyone.
Fred has been in hospital, had his 80th birthday too.
My grand-daughter recently married.
Visitors from victoria have now gone home.
Here is a pic of the wedding at Oakey (outside Toowoomba)
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Seachanger
Clifton Springs
Australia
December 16, 2011 9:38 PM Post #8932774
| Your grand-daughter looks lovely, Marlene...the wedding party looks great..
Sorry about your Fred...hope he's home now...
I'm a bit partial to pork crackling and plum puddings...at Christmas I always make Zabaglione icecream
which is really nice especially on left over plum pudding...no wonder I like Zabaglione the Brug.
Dianne
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77sunset
Merino
Australia
December 16, 2011 9:42 PM Post #8932778
| Just dont eat the wrong zabaglione , Dianne..
I can eat Christmas pudding hot , cold , with custard or without. Particularly nice with icecream.. ( not zabaglione )
jean. |
Seachanger
Clifton Springs
Australia
December 16, 2011 10:17 PM Post #8932786
| It's pouring here, Jean...did you get any? |
77sunset
Merino
Australia
December 16, 2011 10:28 PM Post #8932790
| Pouring ... Dianne...??????
Have you been grabbing my rain again ??
We had at least 20 spots here. Probably splashes from your place.
Jean. |
ctmorris
barmera
Australia
December 16, 2011 11:37 PM Post #8932798
| It has rained all day here. Thunder as well. There is a little bit of wind out there but not too bad. It has been quite warm, is only now starting to cool down a bit Haven't done much today. The boys had fun collecting snails when there was a break in the rain. It's just starting to come down again. Jean, when I've had enough of it I'll send it down to you okay? My stove is here but waiting to be wired in. We might go and do the last of the shopping tomorrow if it's not raining Then just wait for the big day. Colleen. |
dalfyre
Christchurch
New Zealand
December 17, 2011 12:49 AM Post #8932810
| it rained so much yesterday that the driveway was flooded & I had to wear my gumboots to get out.
some surface flooding in ChCh but poor Nelson really copped it with major flooding - the insurance companies will be gnashing their teeth in anguish after yet another disaster they have to pay out on.
Dianne - you are clever, not many people get the Sioux connectio.
My stepdad's name is Stewart ( also known as Stewrat after a typo amused us all so much we kept using it)
Anyway when he was an Air Scout leader his boys gave him Stioux as his scout name -and the inspiration was the Sioux helicopter.
The tradition was for leaders names to be converted into the Maori form but there isn't one for Stewart.
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77sunset
Merino
Australia
December 17, 2011 1:37 AM Post #8932814
| It is finally raining, but so far , not much. Come on you ladies, let go of the clouds and let them visit here.
I'll send them back when i have enough.
Jean. |
g_whizz
rosetta TASMANIA
Australia
December 17, 2011 1:45 AM Post #8932816
| Hot as buggery here! |
ridesredmule
Barnesville (Charle, GA (Zone 8b)
December 17, 2011 11:04 AM Post #8933229
| Cooler her than yesterday. Liked yesterday better. At least it isn't freezing yet.
Hoofs /Hooves, Foot/ Feet who know what they (educational folks) will change. That's me always a dollar short and a day late.☺
English language is hard for everyone. Even plain ol folks like me. ☺
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ctmorris
barmera
Australia
December 17, 2011 12:54 PM Post #8933319
| Good morning everyone. Boy have we had some rain. It rained all day yesterday and through the night the thunder. boy. At 3am the rain was so heavy that it woke me up. Wish I'd had my new tanks in, I reckon they would be full now. Won't have to do any watering for a few days anyway. It's still all overcast out there so don't know if we'll get any more today. It's supposed to be 30C for Christmas eve. Hope it has a biiiig drop in temps for the big day so that we can enjoy our roast. Just a little more shopping and then hopefully my new stoves in and the boys and I can make some biscuits and maybe my yummy Sultana cake. We don't like Christmas cake much and the chooks usually end up with it so it's better to make something that everyone will eat. Marlene sorry to hear that Fred hasn't been too good. Hope he's on the mend now and you look after yourself too. Jean I hope you got some rain too. It's a beautiful morning here, very quite except for the birds. Must make another cuppa be back later. Colleen |
77sunset
Merino
Australia
December 17, 2011 1:07 PM Post #8933322
| Good morning everyone.
Well, we did get a bit of rain. About 8 points, which wet the ground and thats about all.
Colleen, you can send some down now, you must have had enough.
At least all the small plants were watered so they will enjoy it. Nice and cool now. Very pleasant to be outside.
I guess its in our nature to complain about the weather but we all know its only in fun.
At least we are not in the position of some places like the Phillipines today and those others who suffer the worst disasters.
Hello Anthony, yes , it was like that here before the rain. Very hot wind.
Hello Teresa, seems like NZ is copping all sorts of weather. I hope you are recovered now and back enjoying work.
Hello Charleen. You will be missing the lovely weather now as winter cold gets closer. What is your next art project going to be ?
I think you are one clever lady with all the things you make.
Hello Dianne, I suppose you had lots of lovely rain all night too.
At least my kindy brugs got a bit on them. down in the shadehouse.
Hello Marlene, hope Fred is improving now. Lovely wedding.
Hello Chrissy and Elaine. . Hope all is well up your way. Christmas is getter ever closer.
Karen , how are things with you ? Hope all is better with you now too.
Hello to anyone else looking in.
Hugs for the girls for Christmas, Louise.
Heres a Christmas treat for you all. Yummy Christmas Cookies.
Happy day,
Jean. 
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DawnSong
Brisbane
Australia
December 17, 2011 1:48 PM Post #8933344
| Good morning all. Seems incredible some of you are getting so much rain, while we sit here, waiting for it. They say its coming, some supposedly today, and it is overcast but not a drop has arrived yet.
Jean, I am getting there. No pain at all, but the wound has opened up more and looks totally revolting with that big patch of dead skin in the middle. I get it checked again tomorrow, and I think it will be all good news really as there is no infection that I can see at all. It is just going to take time, is all.
Christmas is going to be a bunch of us all recovering from our ops. My niece in law has had a skin cancer taken from her eye, has had plastic surgery done as her lower eyelid was removed, and her eye is actually stitched shut. So she will be the one with the patch over her eye. Barry's brother is having surgery to 3 arm joints just a few days before Christmas, so he will be the one with his arm in a sling. And of course, I'll be the one with the bandaged leg. Great, we can all sit round and discuss our war wounds.
Went to a place called Simply Living yesterday and scored some terracotta stuff, a nice medium size pot, a medium size terracotta garden ball, and an echidna. All for the princely sum of $27. A bargain, I think. My daughters Christmas pressie for the garden at her new unit. She has a cave like front door entrance that is too dark to grow much else but ferns, and I think the terracotta pieces will sit well in there with the brick and glass surroundings. And if she doesn't like them, I get to keep them. Don't think I'll count on it though.
Meanwhile, my lovely Vanilla Orchid has decided it likes it here and has started to really grow well. I think the "branches" have to be 15 or 20 feet long before they'll flower, so its good they are finally getting going. Here is the pic...
Karen
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chrissy100
Sydney
Australia
December 17, 2011 5:31 PM Post #8933575
| Let's hope that 2012 will usher in some Peace and good health for everyone ...2011 has been a shocker for almost everything one could think of.
Thank goodness for our gardens !
Well we had some sun yesterday ...another storm predicted this arvo, what are we supposed to do about triffid weeds and grass while the rain comes every day ??? we have so many bugs and grubs out there and they are ravenous !
On a happy note I came across a large Blue Tongue yesterday so happy to have some sun he was just laying on the damp ground in the open. I won't put the snail pellets out now, I love the Blue Tongues and that might hurt them if they eat a snail who has chomped on snail bait.
Love your vanilla orchid Karen.
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dalfyre
Christchurch
New Zealand
December 17, 2011 5:53 PM Post #8933601
| nicer day here today, it was overcast & cool but later started to brighten up.
Out with the weed spray & onto the driveway...
I hate spraying the self sown nemesia but you can only rescue so many before there is nowhere to put them.
The colours are hybridising quite nicely & I finally got some pure white flowers - those I pulled up & replanted.
My lilies seem to be enjoying the weather although the high winds have left some of the buds a bit bruised looking.
we were supposed to go xmas shopping today but hubby was invited to do aeroplane things so I am blobbed out on the couch with the dog - he is out to it.
every year I swear I will get xmas organised...
and this year is no different to the norm - nothing done yet.
I do know what I want to get for hubby, I just need to find it.
we had a customer in the shop getting gifts to post away to Aussie yesterday - she was saying that the lady at the post office reckoned she had never seen so many people posing stuff late.
they are blaming the earth quakes, people of ChCh are just numb & tired...
I still cannot accept that it really is only a matter of days away - I feel like it should be at least a month longer.
Mind you I still find it hard to believe certain buildings just aren't there, you see the empty space & think oh yeah that's really gone.
And then are surprised next time you see that empty space... oh yeah that really is gone...
quake brain they call it.
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77sunset
Merino
Australia
December 17, 2011 7:37 PM Post #8933746
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IT RAINED...
Ha ...Colleen, that rain managed to escape your clutches at last. ..
A very nice lot which has soaked all the plants nicely..
Enjoy your lazy day Teresa.
Great bargains , Karen.
Jean. |
chrissy100
Sydney
Australia
December 17, 2011 8:44 PM Post #8933845
| Do me a favour and keep the rain Jean ...my grounds are like mud pie.
We have more rumbling out there as we speak.:( Oh well we may enjoy Christmas lunch this year if it isn't 40C.
I think Christmas has gone a bit flat this year, because of the year itself ...next year must be better. It will be better .
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77sunset
Merino
Australia
December 17, 2011 9:25 PM Post #8933900
| I will try to keep it Chrissy, but you never know , Colleen may creep down and take it back.
I need lots more as the ground may be wet on top, but it very hard & dry underneath. Thats the luck of the draw with weather . Last year was totally different .
The power is flicking on & off. I hope it isnt hubby playing in his shed. I had better go & check. He nearly zapped himself about 12 years ago. Not good to touch high voltage with fingers.
jean. |
DawnSong
Brisbane
Australia
December 18, 2011 11:51 AM Post #8934420
| Could someone send some rain up here, please? Am going to have to hose again as the winds have totally dried everything out again.
Jean, we get that too - the water just doesn't get into the ground, just runs over the top. Takes a lot of rain for it to soak into the clay. Then once it gets too wet, the house starts moving and the doors and windows jam up. Get it all fixed, it dries up, and the house moves back the other way and the doors and windows jam up again. Thank goodness I am not paying for the fix it fees.
Hope everyone has a lovely day.
Karen
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chrissy100
Sydney
Australia
December 18, 2011 12:52 PM Post #8934473
| Here are Karen and Jean ...take mine, it's sprinkling again and very dark out there 20C.
Must attend to some things today, so I will pop in later.
I hope everyone has a lovely morning ...it's finally starting to feel like Christmas.Even though it's still
only 20C (no fires -yippee).
Roll on 2012 :)Christmas Hugs and kisses ♥♥♥இڿڰۣ-ڰۣ—...இڿڰۣ-ڰۣ— .*♥*...
║║║║╔╗╔╗*♥* ...*♥*.
╠╣║║║╗╚╗...*❤* *♥*...
║║╚╝╚╝╚╝... From us and ours to you and yours ♥ |
77sunset
Merino
Australia
December 18, 2011 12:53 PM Post #8934474
| Good morning everyone. Still a few showers and overcast here. Lovely rain.
I wish I could mail you some rain, Karen but I need what we are getting. I hope you get some soon
My plants are getting more of this rain into the soil as I had just watered before it started.. I find once the soil is wet, any moisture gets further in.
i can relate to your house problems. Our soil is clay too and the house has so many cracks, one would never get them fixed. They open and shut with the weather. Our doors are like yours , either shutting properly or not at all.
Hubby has given up moving the door catches as they will be out of line again just days after he did them.
Being an old cottage on top of hill, I often think it is only the chimney that holds us here. None of the floors are level and walls and cupboards go up and down. I say to hubby, one day we may just slide down the hill into the neighbors dam.
At least its a roof over our heads and hopefully will last as long as we do.
Hello Chrissy, perhaps you could push some rain to Karen, you are closer .
Be careful walking around on that slippery ground.
Hello Colleen and Dianne, hope you are getting good weather.
Teresa, thats sad , knowing people are still being affected by the earthquake in their lives.
Its hard to see familiar buildings just gone. When your surroundings alter so much, it is hard to get a grip on the smaller everyday things like trying to get ready for Christmas.
Some people can adjust quickly, but so many dont.
Hello Anthony, hope all is well with your and your lovely garden. Molly will be looking forward to next weekend when Santa arrives.
Hello Elaine, hope you are doing well there. Your pretty garden will be the place to relax over Christmas.
Charleen, there is a special plate of cookies in the kitchen for Charley and the long ears.
I hope you get lots of pretty things for Christmas .
Louise, if you are looking in, Have a great time over Christmas with Hank & the girls.
Hello Marlene and anyone else out there.
I am going out to see how the babies are all doing after the lovely rain.
Keep safe and enjoy your gardens.
Heres a yummy treat. . Apple and Blueberry Shortcake.
Happy day,
Jean.
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Seachanger
Clifton Springs
Australia
December 18, 2011 12:54 PM Post #8934476
| Morning all, kettle is on Jean...
Overcast but certainly not cold here...we had a good soak yesterday and last night...so I don't have to water...
I will be bringing all my pots that are flowering in under the verandah...so they will look pretty near the glass doors on Christmas day.
There will be Brugs, Liliums and Gladioli especially for my mother whose name is Gladys.
I always have trouble with Gladdies, they fall over and the flowers get ruined by thrips...so this year I planted them in a pot and put one of the new Confidor tablets in the pot and I haven't seen any bugs at all on them and they are about to flower...
Have a good day everyone.
Dianne
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ridesredmule
Barnesville (Charle, GA (Zone 8b)
December 18, 2011 1:07 PM Post #8934491
| Dianne, Can you use a small tomato cage in the pot?? They will hold up the glads./ I've used them for some of mine.
Jean you are so sweet to my furbabys, they send you warm nuzzles and love... |
chrissy100
Sydney
Australia
December 18, 2011 9:01 PM Post #8935027
| What a pretty picture Dianne, nothing pretty happening here in the mud, it's raining so heavily we lost the Foxtel again. Uh oh that's big thunder ...over and out for now. |
Seachanger
Clifton Springs
Australia
December 18, 2011 10:02 PM Post #8935081
| Charleen, that is a good idea...the pot fell over the other day, it was very windy, but nothing broke...
But with the cage, I can stick the prongs into the grass and that will hold it firmly...thank you for that.
Chrissie, you have my sympathy..what a lousy Spring, now Summer you have had...
as you said roll on 2012..
I'm waiting to find a Blue Tongue in my bird and lizard garden...so far only little skinks sunning themselves on the rocks.
Karen, I can't spare any rain, we have sandy soil and it disappears very quickly...those Vanilla orchids must be massive by the time they flower..
Dianne
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Marleneann
Sunshine Coast
Australia
December 18, 2011 11:32 PM Post #8935101
| I must be getting old...Christmas Day is just about here and I am about three weeks behind.
Dianne...talking about lizards...I have one that runs around the garden. I jump with fright as I think it's a snake.
One of us will die of heart failure.
Arum ...Pink Marshmallow
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chrissy100
Sydney
Australia
December 19, 2011 1:42 AM Post #8935118
| I feel the same way Marlene ((hugs)) don't you love the Arums ? very pretty.
Dianne we just had another huge storm tonight ...it went on for ages, I shudder to think what I will find out there tomorrow.
The Blue Tongue always gives me a fright ...it takes a few seconds to register (NOT A SNAKE !!!). Lol I am so happy they are back, I hope he wasn't washed away out there, he/she was a big one, nice and fat.
Charleen you are such a clever Gal ...great idea.
Please please come and take some of this water Jean and who ever wants it, there is plenty to spare
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ridesredmule
Barnesville (Charle, GA (Zone 8b)
December 19, 2011 10:18 AM Post #8935576
| Once in awhile, the ol brain kicks in with a good thought...☺ Thank you Dears...
We have little anole, one in my bathroom, comes in with plants. Also a little tree frog. guess there is enough little critters to keep them alive. I'm so glad. They are so cute...
We also have Blue-tailed skink, so pretty. I think I'm wierd sometimes I even think Iguanas are great animals... Oh, shucks, I'm an animal lover...
We are supposed to get rain this afternoon sometime. Pretty day now. Just in the 55 and cool to me.
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77sunset
Merino
Australia
December 19, 2011 1:01 PM Post #8935785
| Good morning everyone..
Cool here this morning but the sky is clearing. Supposed to get very hot for the next few days. That will make things humid after the rain.
We had nothing like the rain and storms elsewhere. Not that I want any either.
The garden is looking a bit green again after drying off so much.
I hear weeds talking about regrowing. They had better watch out, I still have Roundup.
I love lizards etc... We have a few blue tongues that wander around. Probably a snake or two as well but I dont see them . Lots of hiding places for all the little creatures and I make noise when I am diving into bushes . I dont want the snakes to have heart attack if I scare them.
Hello Anthony. Sounds like you have some of Chrissys storms down there. I hope all your lilies for the shows are okay.
Hello Marlene, pretty arum. My zantes are just coming out.
Hello Dianne. Did you get much of all that rain around the place ? Your brugs will be loving the rain . Mine seem to grow overnight in any rain.
Hello Colleen. How are your cacti going. I had a couple out here with bright red flowers which lasted for over a week. Dear little cacti with flowers bigger than them.
Hello Charleen, do you get many rattlesnakes in your area ? They are very beautiful creatures. I find if left alone, most creatures will avoid you .
I bet Charley doesnt like crawlies. Other animals seem to sense the danger around.
Hello Karen. How are you doing up there ? I do hope that the storms send some rain to you. I also hope you are feeling so much better now.
Hello to everyone else.
I am going out in the sun to check on whats going on in the various garden areas.
Chrissy, my bougainvillea has turned triffid and I am going to have to cover myself in armour later in the autumn to cut it right back. I allowed it to grow over the fence but it also decided to grow inside the fence. I have to rescue the abutilons which are still defying it and growing up through the middle.
Hers something nice to have with your cuppa everyone. Chocolate Rum Truffles.
I just know Brian is around somewhere for these. Leisa must be there too.
Enjoy your day whatever the weather.. Its nearly time for the jolly fat man .
Happy day,
Jean.
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ctmorris
barmera
Australia
December 19, 2011 1:23 PM Post #8935827
| Good morning everyone. A little chilly here this morning. Just right in my opinion. I hope it doesn't get to the high 30"s like they have said for Christmas day. I have just taken a walk around the yard. The brug that I planted out in the memory garden is out this morning. It's OSA by the look. My red Mandavilla is flowering beautifully and the Jewel of the Nile looks lovely. Not a lot of flowers in my back garden as there are too many Brugs everywhere. That will change as they flower and I see what is worth keeping. Knowing me probably all of them. The boys are up. We went and did their shopping yesterday. You wait until you see what I got from them. I always get a bit spoiled at Christmas and birthday times. What am I talking about I get spoiled all the time. Must go be back later. Colleen 
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ridesredmule
Barnesville (Charle, GA (Zone 8b)
December 19, 2011 2:14 PM Post #8935913
| We don't have many rattlesnakes but we do have Cottonmouths. They are poisonous too. They don't let you know when they are going to strike.
I'm afraid Charley and the donkeys would try to do a little tapdance on them. I've never seen a snake in the pasture. I know I wouldn't want those longear hooves coming down on me.
We finally got our cross up Hubby been working on, now we wait til dark to see what it looks like. We put it up on trellis. White and blue lights.
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DawnSong
Brisbane
Australia
December 19, 2011 3:07 PM Post #8935973
| Oohhh, I hate snakes. Alright if they are behind a glass wall, I guess. Only ever had one here, a poisonous brown snake, but it was a young one. Didn't last long as neighbours had toddlers running around and didn't want to take any risks.
Good news for me. Sugar levels are lowest in 5 years, and my heart is skipping along just fine, despite the permanent bump in it. Leg is healing, very slowly but cleanly. All other tests came back great. Guess I'm gonna live to a ripe old age after all. Yeah! Might end up getting a nice garden going eventually after all.
Has everyone finished their Christmas shopping? I am finally done, except I have decided to add some scratchies to a couple just to "finish" them off. I got a couple of the boys that Lucky (Buddah) beer, so maybe the scratchies might get lucky too.
No rains here, Jean. A lovely sunny morning here this morning. Had to splash some more water around as the winds dry everything out dreadfully. I hope we get some good rain before too long though. Not the flooding kind, just enough to keep the gardens and yards green.
Charleen, apart from snakes, spiders, scorpions, ants, flies...etc. I love nature too. Too many cats and dogs here to have much but occasionally we get the odd blue tongue or even a frilly lizard passing through, wiley ones that have survived the dangers and made it to adulthood. One dog that lived next door killed anything that moved, but she has passed on now, so the little creatures don't have to worry about her these days. The frogmouths get the smaller lizards but they don't kill just for the sake of it so there is balance there. Other predator birds that live here are butcher birds, magpies, crows, and the crested hawks. Many of those will raid nests and kill the young birds of smaller species, and the result of that is, the smaller birds are being driven out of the area, which is sad.
Going to the shops this morning, and the post office, but really have to get my head into gear and do a grocery list in a hurry. Time is running out.
Hope everyone has a nice day.
Karen
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ridesredmule
Barnesville (Charle, GA (Zone 8b)
December 19, 2011 4:08 PM Post #8936043
| I'm not to fond of snakes. don't kill them but stay away. They do get rats, can't stand rats and mice chewing up everything. They are awful. We had to have a plumber come and fix a water line they chewed up. Dag gum mice and rats...
Have a nice shop about Karen... |
chrissy100
Sydney
Australia
December 19, 2011 4:53 PM Post #8936121
| I agree Charleen, I am quite horrified by rodents, even the mouse (which I admit can be pretty cute) is incontinent and this is why you get that awful smell if a mouse gets into any thing, just the thought of mouse wee on everything turns my stomach.
Yes snakes have their place in the World. Just hope they steer clear of me.
Very glad you are feeling better Karen, full of relief I expect
What a pretty picture colleen ...lovely for Christmas, unlike my mud pie garden.
Jean now you know how to make boge babies ...root the bare tips up in water on a sunny window sill.
I will make some different cuttings next Spring if you want some different ones, I love them and am beside myself with joy because I can take these ones I love with me when I move.
Anthony I don't have lilies so I must temp you with something else here it is ...Hubby is working on it ...it is a 1950 Caddy stretched limo all 22 ft of it. I like it very much ...
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chrissy100
Sydney
Australia
December 19, 2011 4:55 PM Post #8936123
| It's very dark out there and drizzling so you can't see the colour very well but it is a rich maroon colour, I love it. 
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chrissy100
Sydney
Australia
December 19, 2011 5:00 PM Post #8936127
| Getting back to the mud pie garden ...grown from a seeds of a seed from Jean ...and for once this colour actually came out right. Thanks Jean. 
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77sunset
Merino
Australia
December 19, 2011 6:32 PM Post #8936244
| Chrissy, I have tried time and again to get another bougie to grow here. hubby wants a different color. I love them but they just dont seem to want to grow when small. Even the large purple one was sitting for years under the trees and did nothing until we cut the trees down, then whoosh, up it went.
I would love a bright orange and practically any other color. I have bought a couple for hubby, but they just gave up and died.
Love the car. I like the old cars that look like cars. Hubby calls me old fashioned, but with something sturdy around me I feel safe anywhere.
Besides, whats the use of all this modern aerodynamics if you cant go that fast and the soft bodies these days just crumple to bits on impact. I always say that with a solid car, you have more chance of surviving an accident.
I like being a bit old fashioned.
Jean.
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ridesredmule
Barnesville (Charle, GA (Zone 8b)
December 20, 2011 6:50 AM Post #8936783
| That is so true Jean. Those old cars were made of metal. the new ones have a lot of plastic, not safe at all.
Chrissy, i love it. I love old cars...
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ctmorris
barmera
Australia
December 20, 2011 12:49 PM Post #8937061
| Good morning everyone. Well. the taps are done and the new stove is in the washing is going the boys are still asleep and all's right with the world at the moment. We're going to do some baking today and maybe mow the lawn later if it doesn't get too warm. I hope the weather stays like this for the big day. very nice at the moment. First of the visitors arrive tomorrow so have to be ready. Karen so glad that all the tests came back okay . Look after yourself. Marlene it was lovely to see you pop in again and let us know how you're going. Chrissy it's great to see you getting around your garden again. Kat where are you? I miss your hilarious stories. [any more incidences with that neighbour] Charleen you rug up and enjoy your festive season. Dianne does your Mum come to you on Christmas Day? Jean are you having anyone for the Christmas break popping in? Teresa do you get some time off to spend with the bewildered Copper? Hope Father Christmas brings him a BIG stocking this year. Louise I hope you're okay and that you have a lovely Christmas and you'd better get ready for the carpet again as I saw Jean mention that maybe we'd take another trip in the new year. Moon, you seem to be busy too. Well everyone I hope you're all ready now as the count down is starting for the big day,[ in this house anyway] Must go be back later. Colleen 
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77sunset
Merino
Australia
December 20, 2011 1:13 PM Post #8937083
| Good morning everyone.. A lovely sunny morning but still chilly. It will warm up later . I like the temps mild & warm as they were yesterday. No getting all cold or hot & bothered.
My garden is certainly needing some trimming at the moment. I really must get busy with the hedge clippers.
Lots of seeds have fallen ready for next season. I will have great pile of dead plants by the time I get rid of all the old species geraniums. I just toss everything down along the back of the garden and it soon disappears, then new plants pop up.
I am dreading getting in to tackle the bougainvillea later in autumn, but it will have to be done. I will be wearing long sleeves and my thick gloves that day.
Lots of seedlings needing to be repotted and moved so I will be busy over the next few weeks.
Looking out the window, I see the wind is back. It was so nice to have it gone for a day or two..
Hello Charleen. Is Charley ready for Christmas ? Give him and the longears a good bunch of carrots for a holiday treat.
What project are you working on now ?
Hello Chrissy. Thats a very pretty bloom. All the ones I had here have died out. Its way too cold for them.
Besides, I have enough of a creeper with Jasmine sneaking around along with the ivies which have now decided to travel too.
I am finding ends of tendrils poking out in the oddest places.
Hello Teresa. Hope you are totally over the bug now and enjoying being back at work. Copper will be missing his couch companion .
Hello Colleen, lots of things for you to do with the boys getting ready for Christmas. Your broms are looking lovely.
Mine are starting to grow over each other in the greenhouse. Lots of flowers and pups.
Hello Dianne. How are things down your way ? I bet the brugs are looking good.
Mine are growing well .
Your garden must look really lovely with all the other blooms too.
Hello Karen, so glad you are just about over your problems too. Its no fun being ill or laid up over holidays.
Look after that leg.
Hello Elaine , what are you doing with yourself there ? Working on some lovely project, I would think. That pretty plant I had from you is Mandevilla..
Hello Anthony. Are you getting any warm weather yet ? I hope you have been able to save the lilies you are going to show .
No fun when the weather attacks them.
Hello everyone else looking in.
I am off to enjoy some sun. Have a great day and be very good for Father Christmas.
Enjoy this Banana Chocolate Cake with your morning cuppa.
Happy day.
Jean.
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Seachanger
Clifton Springs
Australia
December 20, 2011 1:27 PM Post #8937097
| Morning everyone...very cold here this morning..
Colleen, so glad that you are set up for a lovely Christmas with the boys and your family...this will give your new stove a good run in.
What is that pretty flower?
Yes, my mum does spend Christmas day with us and stays awake for most of it too.
Jean, I have no luck with those pretty coloured, Boges...the big old rampant one, ok...I don't grow that because of the thorns...
The Caddy looks great, Chrissie...we have a car show for restored cars in our local park in January...
Great news Karen, congrats on getting your sugars under control, keep doing what you are doing.
Back later.
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chrissy100
Sydney
Australia
December 20, 2011 3:21 PM Post #8937209
| waving as I rush past the window, hubby wants help this morning ...everyone wants everything at the last minute at Christmas time, happens every year ...back after the rush.
Enjoy your morning everyone |
chrissy100
Sydney
Australia
December 20, 2011 7:20 PM Post #8937466
| Ahhh look Christmas fun at our local Plaza !!!! wonderful !! Penrith Plaza . really puts you in the Christmas mood ...so joyful !
http://www.youtube.com/watch?feature=player_embedded&v=L_YkK... |
g_whizz
rosetta TASMANIA
Australia
December 20, 2011 8:21 PM Post #8937686
| 'Real steel cars'-just like a handtool that you have used for the last 30 years..Mine, is 1957 and has all the good humps,bumps and curves..7 years old now since being built from nothing |
g_whizz
rosetta TASMANIA
Australia
December 21, 2011 1:42 AM Post #8937833
| I took 'squeaky] my male galah to the vet tonight, he has 2 'cysts] on his l/h lower groin /leg area, of which the vet took 2 samples and noticed no cancerous cells[phew]..i have to cut down seed intake and replace with more fruit/nut/veg.[than i already give],.Squeaky advised me[demanded] he needed a sip of beer tonight-to take the edge off the ordeal he had been through,..,always a worry when theres something wrong with a pet!!!!! |
DawnSong
Brisbane
Australia
December 21, 2011 5:56 AM Post #8937971
| A bit behind. Hi everyone. Hope you are not getting stressed out at this time. Gone crazy everywhere. Even the bus broke down today. I still got to the hospital on time for my appointment as I had a feeling the buses would be running late so I left early. More good news, they don't need to see me again. Ending a rather overwhelming year on a very good note.
For years I have been trying to get a pic of this hylocereus undatus across the road, but the buds have never obliged, until tonight. Finally, a massive 30cm (12 inches) across, and utterly magnificent. I have it growing down the back of my yard, but even if it does flowert, there is no way I am going to fight my way through the huge spiders that come out at night down there. For anyone who has never seen it, this one blooms very late at night only. It is dead before dawn, so the flower lasts just a few hours.
Karen
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77sunset
Merino
Australia
December 21, 2011 1:20 PM Post #8938407
| Good morning everyone. Cool but sunny here. Going to be a warm day .
I have just been out and watered those pots that need an extra drink in the heat. Now rushing about madly to get everything I need for shopping day.
Hubby of course is his usual self, wandering about getting nothing done.
He is always ready to hurry me up though, dear man.
Anthony, I hope Squeaky recovers quickly. Maybe hes been having a few too many sips of the beer when you are not looking .
Karen, I hope you are well on the road to being your lovely self again. Illness of any sort is no fun at all.
Hello Chrissy, Dianne and Colleen.
Hello also to Teresa and Elaine.
Charleen, hope you are still getting a bit of nice weather there and not too cold as yet.
Pats for Charley and friends.
Louise if you are looking in, hope you and all the family enjoy Christmas. Hugs for the girls.
Better get going .
Enjoy this Walnut and Cinnamon Loaf
I hope you all have a wonderful day whether wet again or warm. Jean. 
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ridesredmule
Barnesville (Charle, GA (Zone 8b)
December 21, 2011 1:56 PM Post #8938444
| Getting a little rain but temps are not freezing so it is great!!!
Charley and friends are walking Mudballs, but mighty fine for dirty longears...
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katciao
Brisbane
Australia
December 21, 2011 3:36 PM Post #8938530
| Hello..Hope everyone is having a good week and has a wonderful Christmas. I haven't been able to get online as broadband came to a screeching halt over a week ago..only halfway through the month which is most unusual. Hubby fessed up to leaving the digital radio going with internet settings..and he had it on all weekends and the times he was home in the mornings and here I was wondering which visiting child had been downloading while they were here! Lol! Anyway, I'm using his mobile dongle atm so just wanted to leave Christmas and New Year's wishes as it may be next year, Lol!, before we are back to normal broadband.
We had rain this morning and have had some cooler weather but it's heating up for the usual steamy Christmas! There are two developing cyclones so I hope there are no significant weather events coming. I ran into a friend who lives down where it flooded but not in the well-to-do area on the riverbank but a street or two back. Her home was inundated to the roof, she lost everything, no insurance for flood damage, of course, only got $50 000 from the flood donations (the aim of which was to help such people) and said she is just camping in her home. She got the bathroom cleaned up, used the money to make the kitchen workable and said it would take another $150 000 to make the rest habitable. So she has a tent and camps in her own home. She says most people think it's all back to normal but there are lots near her in the same situation. If you drive along the riverfront, the homes were quickly renovated and repainted, but further back, there are quite a few that are still empty, or, like hers, appear to be. As she says, she has no options, can't sell or move, no funds to fix it, no insurance. Still, she hasn't lost her sense of humour. So my Christmas wishes are that in 2012, things can be made better for all those people who lost in some way, loved ones, homeland, homes, livelihoods..2011 seemed to be an ending of things for a lot and may 2012 bring New Beginnings in a positive way.
Merry Christmas, Happy New Year all...enjoy time with your loved ones! Cheers, Kat |
katciao
Brisbane
Australia
December 21, 2011 4:06 PM Post #8938562
| PS As a sad note to the end of the year, the hero tug operator who risked his life to save many people from the floating concrete walkway that had taken off down the river during the January floods..it was heading to the pylons supporting the Gateway Bridge and he raced out in his little tug and steered it safely around (and could have been crushed)..he had only recently been to a hero ceremony etc by the Gov't..sadly, a crane or something crushed him at a wharf the end of last week..thoughts to his family.
Had a quick glance at your posts..not meaning to be melancholy here. Colleen, Fenceman lives on..and still whippersnips/trims/mows/blows nearly every day except during heavy rain. So, having endured regular bursts of that angry noise, and imagine the greenhouse gases and energy he is wasting..shame we can't divert some of that man power and resources to helping those who need it. And he did come back and clear out all the stuff growing along our side of the house..so Broms have all gone again..there is wire and pickets up but it's not high and it's wide wire..I haven't put stronger stuff there as he would complain and demand a yuppie fence and I can't afford it, or the carryon of having it done. He and parking bozo over the road (who still put their smelly or dirty rubbish in our bins..I pulled them up the driveway a bit further and they went down to the next neighbours') seem to do what they want, not work..oh, don't start me..but altruism is not in their nature. if it is true that the good die young, these two will have very long self-obsessed lives. Both are quite well off..but would be getting whatever lurks they could. Both live in posh places..the result of dodgy insurance claims.neither have pets.I could write a book, she says, hopping down from soap box and reminding herself to concentrate on the good people in the world.
BTW..we got MORE kittens..I bought hubby a ragdoll and a layanese..they are very affectionate..so, I am in kitty heaven.
Anthony..hope Squeaky is okay..Sending good wishes for a speedy recovery.. Cheers all |
DawnSong
Brisbane
Australia
December 21, 2011 5:14 PM Post #8938607
| So sad to hear that flood victims are still suffering. Our governments need a good dose of reality, but I doubt it would ever touch Anna Bligh. She's just a puppet on someone else's strings.
I wish everyone a healthy and joyful Christmas, and pray they get it.
Well, I should be here for the next couple of days, but in case anyone won't be, have you all a Very Merry Christmas, and a safe, Happy New Year.
Karen
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chrissy100
Sydney
Australia
December 21, 2011 5:43 PM Post #8938628
| Oh Kat that is such a sad situation ...pity the Gov., does not help our own as much as it should. A disaster is a disaster. So sorry to hear that lovely bloke has lost his life, makes you wonder what life is all about sometimes. I am not a cat person (though I have had and cared for many over the years, but I must say that if I ever end up alone I would have a Rag Doll cat, I grew to love Boogie very much while caring for him (he is my G D's cat-recently stolen) he was loud and very talkative, his personality was like a ten year old child, most of all he was gentle and beautiful, a real sook, never ever put the claws out, I miss him.
I wanted to pop this in here because it is so wonderful I call this paying it forward ...and it's beautiful.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?feature=player_embedded&v=Qc8Zb...
Christmas is awfully close now ...are you ready for it ?
In a blink 2012 will be born ...given to us a brand new year ...I hope it is so much better than 2011 was, one thing always remains wonderful though and that is our family here at D's G ... (((Hugs)))
Picture of Boogie as a youngster
Wish the rain would stop, it may stop in 2012, if not I will be looking for bog plants 
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Seachanger
Clifton Springs
Australia
December 21, 2011 7:47 PM Post #8938804
| Hugs back at you, Chrissy...I think we all feel the same..we can listen and sympathise with each other on here but we don't have to bring the problems home...and when there is something joyous it can stay with us all day...
Lovely pic of Boogie, so sorry that he is missing...we have always had cats...the older they get the more companionable they become...cats live with you...dogs live for you...luv 'em both...and good ol' birds like Squeaky do their own thing...luv them too...glad it wasn't too serious, Anthony.
Kat, just looked up your Layanese, a very good friend for the Ragdoll by the sound of it, your other kitten will keep these on their toes...you will be in for a funny Christmas...kittens are a laugh a minute.
The death of that man is such a tragedy...life can be so unfair...
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sammut
western sydney nsw
Australia
December 21, 2011 8:38 PM Post #8938904
| A very Happy Christmas to Every One dont know if I will be in before the big day I have a house over flowing with love and family I was taken by surprise thinking it was a 2 day visit when it was 2 week misreading my mail again and now we are having a pre Christmas dinner to -night with Santa and the works before they leave in the morning then shop and plan to do it all over again on Sunday.
Have a great Christmas elaine. |
chrissy100
Sydney
Australia
December 22, 2011 2:33 AM Post #8939027
| Elaine ...there you are.
may your Christmas be most beautiful,
see you in the New Year ...it's going to be a beauty !!!
Enjoy your family ...that's what it's all about .
♥ x x
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ridesredmule
Barnesville (Charle, GA (Zone 8b)
December 22, 2011 5:12 AM Post #8939092
| That was absolutely Beautiful Chrissy. Very inspiring...Loved it. |
sammut
western sydney nsw
Australia
December 22, 2011 9:37 AM Post #8939325
| Good Morning Its 4:30 AM dark but not raining just looked over on the desk there is a stack of mail waiting to be opened golly hope there is no bills in it over due also my cards have not been posted
Might have to toss a coin to see if I go back to bed for a nother hour or clean the bathroom or stay here and catch up. elaine. |
Seachanger
Clifton Springs
Australia
December 22, 2011 1:16 PM Post #8939533
| Morning all,
Just time for a quick cuppa, this morning.
2 more sleeps ...
Just a bit more shopping...make the extra desserts tomorrow for those who aren't plum pudding fans.
Always a Trifle for our daughter...I decided to use meringue cases this year rather than a pav...pavs are too big with the other desserts...
Presents all wrapped and under tree...a gift for our doctor and my hairdresser to be delivered today.
Have to buy treats for all of our families' dogs..they all have a stocking too..Horse cookies for Mick...
The cats are happiest with all the boxes and bags, where they can hide and play guerilla warfare and attack any leg that goes past...
Have a good day, everyone.
Dianne.
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77sunset
Merino
Australia
December 22, 2011 1:27 PM Post #8939539
| Good morning everyone. A cool morning here and a bit overcast. Yesterday was quite hot but not uncomfortable while shopping.
I didnt get any orphans...The orphan table has gone. The store has put in a new entrance to the garden area and taken away the orphans.
Now what am I going to look for ? There is no where else there that has any.
I am sad. Maybe it will appear later.
I did buy a nice new jacket. ( hubby actually paid for it for my Christmas present)
I wanted something to wear on cool mornings when we go out . Not a cardigan but something light just until the sun warms up. I fond just the exact thing in a small shop.
Its a long line loose jacket in a lovely soft viscose fabric. It has 3/4 sleeves, no buttons etc just hangs nicely . It is black with large embroidery also in black, down the front.
Hubby thinks it looks very nice.
I was despairing of finding anything as all the other shops only seem to have summer wear and nothing in any type of jacket with sleeves.
Its about time buyers for shops and manufacturers realised that we can have summer & winter in the same week these days.
I have my potting mix now so will be potting madly over the weekend.
We may go out for a drive if the weather doesnt get too hot. Its nice to just drive and stop for a cuppa and some place that looks inviting. .
Hello Elaine, hope all goes well for you over the holidays.
Hello Chrissy, so nice to see the young ones having a good time and bringing pleasure to others.
Hello Charleen, I hope you have some nice weather for Christmas. pats for Charley .
Hello Colleen. I hope the boys have great time over Christmas. take time for yourself too.
Hello Karen. best wishes to you and family .
Hello Dianne, look after those brug babies, Enjoy the holidays.
Hello Anthony. lots of wishes for you and I hope little Molly has a great time . Hope Squeaky is feeling better too.
Hello Kat. nice to see you pop in again. Hope your broadband is okay again.
I hope the fenceman has not damaged too much there. He will get his just desserts one of these days.
Give him a shock and present him with a pot plant and card for Christmas.
You may hit a nerve and convince him to be nicer.
Hello Louise, if you happen to pop in. Best wishes to you & Hank and the girls.
I am not giving you all any cakes today. I have a lovely gift for each of you.
A virtual hamper of goodies to enjoy over the holidays.
Best wishes for Christmas and enjoy the day.
The Tea Room is always open so pop in if you need a break from the festivities.
Happy day. Stay safe and well.
Jean.
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chrissy100
Sydney
Australia
December 22, 2011 3:40 PM Post #8939664
| Waving as I pass ...Christmas Eve, Eve and all,
Try not to overdo things everyone ...
Have a beautiful day 
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ctmorris
barmera
Australia
December 22, 2011 4:30 PM Post #8939707
| Good morning everyone. Just popping in to wish everyone a Very Merry Christmas. I hope Santa is kind to everyone. I already have my first visitors and the next few days will be busy. The new stove works beautifully now to see how it preforms doing the roast. Have a great festive season everyone. I'll be back when I get a break. Colleen 
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chrissy100
Sydney
Australia
December 22, 2011 5:38 PM Post #8939772
| Teresa are you ok ?
another Earthquake as shoppers are doing their last minute Christmas shopping ,
Teresa we hope you are ok ...worried about you !
Please let us know you are safe when you can (((hugs ))) |
g_whizz
rosetta TASMANIA
Australia
December 22, 2011 6:10 PM Post #8939808
| Hello All------lots of bad news about!!!!!,.,.,I survived 'work break up refreshments day',.,.but in the process of walking from the pub to the bus[50 metres] have done a strain on the achilles,near the ankle..so ive pulled out my 'sore back' walking stick[or nothing will get done],..,i filled[i mean filled] the commodore with fresh lily pots and made the earlier mentioned sale i was talking about,.,. in the process i stopped in on my nan and gave her some special potted lilies-I drove on past the local vegie outlet[what a queue] and got some vegies for the birds at the IGA,..,,Still havnt got a turkey,cheese, xxxtra beer,omni blue,garlic-----on and on-----[i hate crowds],.,.,.Always tomorrow-Anthony |
chrissy100
Sydney
Australia
December 22, 2011 6:31 PM Post #8939832
| Awwww sorry Anthony ...looks like this dreadful year won't let us go easily.
Commiserations mate.
Roll on 2012 ...please be kind won't you ? |
dalfyre
Christchurch
New Zealand
December 22, 2011 8:33 PM Post #8940045
| well the earthquakes have certainly put the kybosh on last minute Xmas shopping...
I had a merino t shirt put aside for my brother & was going to pay for it this afternoon...
we were sent home when the after shocks kept coming & I forgot all about it until I got home, left my jacket behind as well so guess who is going in to work tomorrow - as long as we are open!
There might be a few people on Xmas day being told 'I am so sorry but your present is still in the shop'.
feel sorry for those who have flooding again, the liquefaction makes such a mess.
One lady on the news was saying it is the 4th time she has been flooded & she is sick of it, she started to cry but when she finished said thanks to the news crew for letting her vent...
the shakes are still going on, some serious rattles, hubby had to go back in to work as some of the machines are alarmed - aren't we all ;)
my family are ok, the house is still standing - the dog is nervous but sleeping on the couch beside me, the cat has teleported out of a closed room & nowhere to be seen.
she will come in when she is hungry & the house stops jumping around.
thanks for the good wishes everyone
merry xmas!
Teresa
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77sunset
Merino
Australia
December 22, 2011 8:42 PM Post #8940052
| Teresa, special wishes to you for Christmas. I do hope the New Year is so much better for all in NZ.
Jean. 
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dalfyre
Christchurch
New Zealand
December 22, 2011 8:45 PM Post #8940056
| thanks Jean...
instead of 2012 being the end of the world as per Hollywood lets hope it is a year of peace & prosperity for all.
We have all had our share of natural & man made disasters this year - that's enough for now!!!
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chrissy100
Sydney
Australia
December 22, 2011 10:23 PM Post #8940126
| Oh whew so glad you are ok, awful to see the poor people crying in the streets.Sending a Christmas Angel to watch over you and NZ 
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ctmorris
barmera
Australia
December 22, 2011 11:25 PM Post #8940144
| Teresa thanks for letting us all know that you're okay. We do really worry about our cyber friends. Hope you can get into work and do the rest of your shopping. I hope you have the most wonderful Christmas and hurry up New Year. Colleen |
ridesredmule
Barnesville (Charle, GA (Zone 8b)
December 23, 2011 4:58 AM Post #8940227
| You all will be Santa Claus before you know it.
Want to wish you all a Merry Christmas and a wonderful much better New Year.
Hugs and mule nuzzles from
Charleen, Charley and all the critters
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themoonhowl
Prairieville, LA (Zone 9a)
December 23, 2011 7:08 AM Post #8940332
| Good thoughts and warmest wishes to you all for a very Merry Christmas.
Teresa, special good thoughts to you and all the folks in ChCh...please know you are in our thoughts and prayers.
As the Mayans said...2012 is not the end of the world...it is the end of a calendar...because the Spaniards over ran the Mayan nation. Perhaps Mother Nature has spent her her fury and we all will live in a sunnier, kinder world.
Kindest regards to you all.
Moon |
Seachanger
Clifton Springs
Australia
December 23, 2011 12:32 PM Post #8940709
| Terrible news this morning, another quake in CC...Teresa, we hope that you and yours are safe...that poor cat and dog of yours must be nervous wrecks...
Are you sure that you want to stay there?...I know it's your home and you love it..but it seems that you are all sitting on a time bomb...you have such a beautiful country...it's just a bit safer some other part of it...
I called in to wish everyone a very happy day tomorrow, be safe over the holidays and let's hope 2012
is a little kinder to everyone.
Dianne |
77sunset
Merino
Australia
December 23, 2011 1:10 PM Post #8940753
| Good morning everyone.. The sun is out and its very warm early. I will be sitting in the cool areas today. No running about in the sun.
I wont be doing much cooking at all tomorrow as I cooked out turkey last night so we can relax.
Teresa, I hope you are safe and well.
Its a terrible thing to be happening again , especially at Christmas.
I can only hope Mother Nature intends the New Year to be quieter and is using up all her shaking now.
A very happy time to everyone and I wish you all the most wonderful Christmas and a really fantastic 2012.
The jolly fat man is on his way.
Hugs and love to you all.
Thank you for making the Tea Room a pleasant place to be.
Jean.
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77sunset
Merino
Australia
December 23, 2011 1:12 PM Post #8940758
| Ooops , forgot the cake. Help yourself.
Teresa, Dianne, Chrissy, Charleen, Colleen, Anthony, Kat & Louise.
hugs all round.
Jean
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DawnSong
Brisbane
Australia
December 23, 2011 2:51 PM Post #8940833
| The year is ending on a shaky note, with the earthquakes in NZ, and it is very active along the Ring Of Fire. Lets hope Mother Nature is celebrating, and those areas are feeling the effects of her partying. But right, too many big disasters this year, floods, and fires among them. Enough! Be at peace, Mother.
Its all done, no need to face the masses in the shopping centres today, we can do our own thing. Weather has been very wet (yay, we needed it) but looks like the rain is easing now and it could be a lovely weekend. Just so long as it doesn't go the other way and get too hot! (Never happy, am I!)
Well, its Christmas Eve. Blessings to all, and may you be surrounded by the love of your family and friends, and the Light of those loved ones no longer with you.
Karen
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chrissy100
Sydney
Australia
December 23, 2011 3:06 PM Post #8940846
| The year is ending as it began ...
Please 2012 please allow our Blue Planet some Peace and Respite.
Hugs and Kisses all around
I know this is an American style of Christmas but I love it and hope you will too.
Happy Christmas to our D'sG family and friends !
http://www.youtube.com/watch?feature=player_embedded&v=244GW...
as you can see I have some Christmas Bells of the Floral Kind x x
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ridesredmule
Barnesville (Charle, GA (Zone 8b)
December 23, 2011 3:07 PM Post #8940848
| Love to all... |
DawnSong
Brisbane
Australia
December 23, 2011 5:08 PM Post #8940949
| Where's the "Like" button? :) |
g_whizz
rosetta TASMANIA
Australia
December 23, 2011 5:19 PM Post #8940959
| The jolly 'fat man' is here Jean-selling the last of his lilies out the front gate[slowly].,,.got all the last of food/drink etc and can now cruise through christmas,.Teresa my thoughts are with you all!!!!,.,.,.I purchased 4 bottles of good ginger beer this morning,.,.pulled the bag out of the car and one bottle flew away, landing down the driveway,then the next one escaped, smashing near the back wheel as i tried to juggle the other 2 to safety[brummy ankle and all]-what a scene,.,.needless to say, i only have 3 bottles in the fridge and one[in pieces] in the wheelie bin.,., |
77sunset
Merino
Australia
December 23, 2011 7:59 PM Post #8941134
| Never mind Anthony, next year will be fantastic for us all.
You will survive on 3 bottles of ginger beer.
Have a happy time with Molly and the family.
Love the Christmas 'bells' Chrissy.
hugs to all.
Jean.
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dalfyre
Christchurch
New Zealand
December 23, 2011 10:22 PM Post #8941189
| quite a productive day, load of washing, dead heading roses & penstemons, mowed the lawns, went for an eye exam & picked out new glasses...
then into town to pick up my brother's prezzie, bought a few other bits & pieces then on the way home had to stop & get sellotape as hubby txt me that we were all out...
finally home & now all my presents are wrapped & in a big red bag by the door ready to go tomorrow.
All I have to do now is cook the chicken that we will take to my brother & sister-in-law's for xmas dinner.
Hope everyone has a lovely time tomorrow :)
Merry Christmas everyone! |
ctmorris
barmera
Australia
December 23, 2011 10:39 PM Post #8941193
| Merry Christmas to everyone. It's very hot here. supposed to be 37C tomorrow but it's overcast now so hopefully the cool change will come through and we'll be able to enjoy our roast for lunch. I'll be back when it calms down here. Love to all. Colleen 
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chrissy100
Sydney
Australia
December 23, 2011 11:26 PM Post #8941225
| New Years Eve ...I hope you like this, it's very beautiful, have a wonderful evening everyone.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?feature=player_embedded&v=8O1si...
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g_whizz
rosetta TASMANIA
Australia
December 24, 2011 2:20 AM Post #8941236
| All is groovy, cocky is here [very tired] ,with the occasional [tired ] whistle or '' what are you doing you silly bugger''?-Sooty has sold me off,because there is someone else here,.,..,.,.,taking his place!!Anyway, tomorrow, let it be,..,and lets make the most of what we have[eh !-Teresa-] and if ive won tatts tonight,everyone will be welcome here[dont hold your breath],..,,,Anthony |
chrissy100
Sydney
Australia
December 24, 2011 5:13 AM Post #8941305
| It's Christmas !
http://www.youtube.com/watch?feature=player_embedded&v=74er3...
Joy to the World !
Happy Christmas everyone ...have a wonderful day !
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ridesredmule
Barnesville (Charle, GA (Zone 8b)
December 24, 2011 5:46 AM Post #8941328
| Merry Christmas to you all. 
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themoonhowl
Prairieville, LA (Zone 9a)
December 24, 2011 7:29 AM Post #8941421
| A Christmas wish for you all with Happiest thoughts and regards. Moon
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77sunset
Merino
Australia
December 24, 2011 12:41 PM Post #8941675
| Happy Christmas everyone. Just popped in to leave food out for those who need to escape crowds, family and friends for a small rest.
Enjoy your day and spread smiles and hugs all over the place.
Jean.
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77sunset
Merino
Australia
December 24, 2011 12:41 PM Post #8941676
| Oooops, cant forget the Christmas pudding.
Jean
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chrissy100
Sydney
Australia
December 24, 2011 12:53 PM Post #8941689
| Merry Christmas ...cheers ! every one. 
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ctmorris
barmera
Australia
December 24, 2011 4:13 PM Post #8941837
| MERRY CHRISTMAS EVERYONE> Santa has been, the roasts are on and John and I are having a rest. Have a great day everyone. This is what I got from the boys. Colleen
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ridesredmule
Barnesville (Charle, GA (Zone 8b)
December 24, 2011 4:25 PM Post #8941849
| So precious!!! They did wonderful... |
g_whizz
rosetta TASMANIA
Australia
December 25, 2011 12:58 AM Post #8942057
| A lovely day for me,,,Molly got a barbie house, she advised me at 7-30 this morning,,..so really, what else matters? 
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themoonhowl
Prairieville, LA (Zone 9a)
December 25, 2011 6:11 AM Post #8942178
| Anthony, that little gem is gonna be a heartbreaker one day. She is lovely and absolutely right...nothing else matters...GRIN
How sweet Colleen. Everyone needs a flamingo for the garden. It is the unofficial bird of Mardi Gras here.
Lovely goodies Jean. And Cheers to you Chrissy.
Happy Boxing Day to you all
Moon
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77sunset
Merino
Australia
December 25, 2011 1:03 PM Post #8942445
| Good morning everyone. I hope Christmas Day was the best ever for you all.
We decided to go out for a drive and see where we ended up.
I cut turkey slices ( I cooked the bird , the night before ) , bread & butter, some seasoning & a container of coleslaw.
Along with the thermos, picnic basket and of course, some Christmas cake.
We went via Dartmoor then down to Nelson . Had lunch on the foreshore at Port MacDonnell , feeding the seagulls any scraps. We were the only ones there.
It was a lot cooler than home , so lovely to be there.
We saw a dolphin swimming around just off the beach.
Along the way, we also saw wallabies and emus.
Came home a bit more inland then via Casterton. It was so hot by the time we arrived home,we were ready to go back to the lovely cool beach again.
A really relaxed and enjoyable day.
I hope you all had the same happy and relaxed day with all your families.
A time to enjoy and forget for a little while, all the goings on around the world.
Anthony, Molly is getting so big now. I bet she had a ball with her Pop.
Happy day Moon, hope you day was as nice as ours.
Hello Teresa. enjoy the rime and hopefully the new Year will be shake free.
Chrissy, I know you will be surrounded in rellies, Have a lovely time.
Dianne, I really hope none of the wet weather affected you. Take care.
Colleen, hope your day was exciting with the boys . Love the birds.
Charleen, hope your day was also a great one for you. Cookies for Charley in the kitchen. ( unless Santa ate them )
Enjoy the day everyone. Rest and relax after the hustle & bustle of Christmas Day..
I am off to play with my babies in the greenhouse and will enjoy the day relaxing.
Heres a bit more Christmas cake to finish up.
Jean.
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ridesredmule
Barnesville (Charle, GA (Zone 8b)
December 25, 2011 2:31 PM Post #8942495
| Oh, Girl. I had a wonderful day. It has rained all day but still a beautiful day.
Went to Church and had a surprize visit from my favorite Cousin in Law... Had a wonderful day with friends and it is a magnificent day.
Charley and the donkey kids had Carrots and half an apple each so they had a nice Christmas.
You know Charley beat Santa to those cookies.
Hope you all have a great day too. Love you all.
Anthony that little girl has the prettiest blue eyes.
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chrissy100
Sydney
Australia
December 25, 2011 3:00 PM Post #8942510
| After weeks of grey sky and rain the Sun came out for Christmas Day ! and it was wonderful, warm but not too hot (a little steamy perhaps but we had a wind blow the steam away in the afternoon.
We had a great time , probably ate a little too much ...real butter used (we only have real butter twice a year Christmas and Easter), for me that is such a treat !
We enjoyed a rest yesterday, (our choice, because we needed a quiet Christmas-no little ones in our immediate family) and we even had an afternoon snooze with the fan on. It was lovely!
I received a new computer ergonomic chair from Santa (so fancy I haven't figured out how to adjust it yet lol).
Lots of calls from distant family ...all in all it was a magic day because we are usually never alone and never have a rest unless ill, so that was such a treat and it was so enjoyed.
Your families all look so happy and Jean you day sounded great (except for the heat of course)
Charleen and Moon I don't know when your Christmas day ends so I will just wish you a very Merry Christmas just in case you are still celebrating hugs to those spoiled long ears, bless them.
To everyone else I hope you are all recovering from a beautiful Christmas Day ! and let's look forward to 2012, it will be here in a flash now ...let's hope it will be kind.
Enjoy your day !
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dalfyre
Christchurch
New Zealand
December 25, 2011 3:04 PM Post #8942513
| The dog got a new rawhide bone, the cat had a sachet of cat food - hubby picked up the turkey one by sheer coincidence and she tucked in with gusto.
Hubby gave me an i-pod so when I took Copper for a nice long walk this morning I had music to listen to.
I gave him a card reader for his pc - he is thrilled as it means he doesn't have to mess about using my laptop to download his photos...
I am pleased as it means he doesn't have to mess about with my laptop ;)
We are both really happy with our new gadgets!
Family get together on Xmas day went really well, good food, a few glasses of bubbly & everyone loved their gifts - I was so glad i went back to the shop on Saturday for my brother's gift, I bought my stepdad a polo shirt while I was there & he was pleased with that - he hates branded clothing but this Drizabone shirt only had a very discreet bone on the edge of one sleeve, he didn't even notice it.
We arrived home at twilight - too late for a photo of my latest bloom so this morning I was out with the camera...
I am really loving the lilies & don't think I could have a garden with out them now.
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dalfyre
Christchurch
New Zealand
December 25, 2011 3:10 PM Post #8942516
| something else in the garden...
not exactly a delicate blossom!
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ridesredmule
Barnesville (Charle, GA (Zone 8b)
December 25, 2011 3:29 PM Post #8942530
| That is a beautiful cat... |
g_whizz
rosetta TASMANIA
Australia
December 25, 2011 4:29 PM Post #8942562
| I just cracked the turkey--2wings and a leg for morning tea,,mmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmm 'turkey',..,I most certainly enjoyed a couple[mmmmmm!]of glasses of brandy and ginger beer yesterday, lazing in the garden with a caged cockatoo nattering away,..,probably not as funny as the trip home yesterday morning, as i sat at the traffic lights and cocky was talking to the people in the car beside--what a scream!! Jean, your christmas day picnic sounded great,.,.,.Teresa, garden looks great,..,,.Chrissy the 'bucking bronco' chair sounds great, we have one here,.,.'but they send you to sleep' |
dalfyre
Christchurch
New Zealand
December 25, 2011 5:46 PM Post #8942611
| tee hee - I have bucking bronco chairs too - every time we have a 5+ shake ;0
Cassie is a pretty cat, very dainty - but a right madam at times.
When I first met hubby he introduced her as Princess Cassandra Tod...
I asked if her middle name started with 'a'.
Once he figured it out he was so tickled that he started using it making her initials spell CAT.
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77sunset
Merino
Australia
December 25, 2011 6:42 PM Post #8942642
| Sitting here relaxing with a very full tummy.
Dinner today was leftovers, but really great leftovers.
Prawns, seafood mix, turkey, fresh coleslaw with french dressing ( just to be a bit upmarket today) , asparagus spears, onion & cucumber in balsamic vinegar.
After a nibble at bits of all that, I had a little room for Christmas pudding & custard.
I promise I will not eat anything else today.
Teresa, so glad you are able to have a laugh at all the NZ shakes. Sounds like you also had a lovely day.
I like the look on Miss Cassandras face. 'I'm boss of this garden', I can hear her saying.
Chrissy, I am sure your guardian angel made sure you had a bit of sun for Christmas , after all you are the 'angel lady'.
Glad you had a great day too, Charleen. Give Charley an extra pat for me.
I have been busy this morning, potting and moving things around. It has been a lovely cool morning , but the sun is appearing from behind the clouds so it will get hot again.
I moved all my cannas to their summer place. They sit in a kiddies paddle pool. They love it and so do the Pacific Coast irises.
I have a few seeds of a very pretty canna if anyone would like some.
I only have a few at the moment but there are 2 more pods to ripen a bit more & split. The plant must self fertile, because I have no others out.
Its called Little Devil and is a small growing one . Probably get to 2-3 foot high.
Have added a pic.
Have a happy day .
Jean. .
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themoonhowl
Prairieville, LA (Zone 9a)
December 25, 2011 7:34 PM Post #8942696
| Thanks Jean and Chrissy. Still Christmas day here...grin A lovely day with In-laws, son and grandchildren and a nice Skype visit with my Brisbane DD, SIL and the grandbabies.
Santa Hubby gave me a new watch and a beautiful cashmere and silk shawl for the chilly days ahead. Good food, happy children and lots of good conversation with the rellies we don't get to see often. 17 happy faces around the table. All in all a happy Christmas.
Happy you all had nice days also.
Moon |
ctmorris
barmera
Australia
December 25, 2011 10:40 PM Post #8942852
| Good afternoon everyone. Well Christmas has finished here for another year. All the visitors have left and the boys are sitting quietly playing with their DS. We all had a lovely day yesterday with Roast Christmas dinner then catch what you can for tea. We still have plenty of cold meat left so looks like some cook- ups and some sandwiches for us. There's even enough for the dog and cats. Jean your Christmas-day picnic sounded wonderful. Chrissy so glad you got to rest for a change. Teresa glad you didn't have any more shakes. You enjoy yourselves today Charleen and Moon for your big day. Dianne I hope you had a great day too. I'm going to have a look at my pressies now. Lots of garden stuff, lights hanging pots statues plants gloves, markers a potting mix scoop. Everyone have a bit of a rest now. I'll be back later. Colleen 
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katciao
Brisbane
Australia
December 26, 2011 2:20 AM Post #8942873
| Seems everyone had a wonderful Christmas. Molly is very cute, Anthony..and so is Cassandra..my daughter's name. We had a superb day with all the family at my daughter's unit..it was a very memorable day. It was the first day we have left all the kitties alone at home and I ws a bit worried about snakes being about having found this the night before.
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It's only a small one but shows they are about and hungry!!
Take care everyone! Enjoy the remainder of 2011, but it has been a tough year so I am hoping that 2012 brings new beginnings in so many ways! |
ridesredmule
Barnesville (Charle, GA (Zone 8b)
December 26, 2011 6:25 AM Post #8943003
| Our Christmasday was beautiful, even with the rain. I now have 4 walking mudballs out in the pasture. Charley and the donkeys love rolling in the dirt in this case it is mud. How's the grass going to grow if they are wallering ????
I always love all the pictures and Anthony, Cocky is a social butterfly bird. He probably loves the expressions on the peoples faces when he is talking to them. It would make a great picture too...
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Seachanger
Clifton Springs
Australia
December 26, 2011 12:08 PM Post #8943318
| Good morning everyone...
If I never see another chocolate in my life it will be too soon...We had so many different homemade
ones over the last two days...oooooohh I feel sick just thinking about them...a friend has started making them and came around on Christmas day with bags full...they were really beautifully decorated and tasted delicious...but I ate too many...I think that I will not eat anything sweet for a week to recover.
Glad that everyone had a great day, we did too...
It's nice to hear a Cocky story Anthony, he's been quiet for a while...love the pic of you and Molly, she will love her Barbie house...it doesn't seem that long since our grandaughter had one and this year we gave her a driving course for Christmas...those years fly by.
Had to watch the start of the Sydney to Hobart... then the first day of the Boxing Day test yesterday and what a beauty it...just the best way to relax after Christmas.
I'm off to the sales today, I want a new frypan, a really deep one...I know it's boring but it's necessary...lol...then back home to watch the cricket...
I love Christmas...
Charleen, my Gladioli flowered unharmed, thanks to you...my mother was very happy to see it.
We didn't get much rain here at all...only a lot of thunder, we could see it heading toward Melbourne.
Kettle is on Jean..
Back later.
Dianne.
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ridesredmule
Barnesville (Charle, GA (Zone 8b)
December 26, 2011 12:36 PM Post #8943336
| Look I got you all a new picture of my funny long ears. All covered in Ga. Red Mud. They are beautiful. You just would have to brush them down and they love all the extra attention. Isabelle had a limp the other day. I went out with my needle nose pliers and hoof pick. I never did feel anything in there. but I said a little prayer and She is not limping. God and i love those critters.
Look at that beautiful bloom. I love glads,they have gorgeous blooms. Very exotic tropical looking.
glad to help. Us gardens got to help each other.
Waves to everyone. 
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77sunset
Merino
Australia
December 26, 2011 1:15 PM Post #8943360
| Good morning everyone.
A lovely cool morning after a small ( very small) shower of rain during the night. I said to hubby last night that I could smell rain in the air. It is a distinctive smell, but he cant smell anything very well so said I was imagining things as the weather site showed no rain anywhere near us.
I had a good laugh this morning and a ' I told you so' grin.
The sun is just coming out from behind the clouds so will soon dry up my little shower.
Dianne, very glad you were not in that awful hail storm. So much damage. I feel for all those people .
Do you notice though, on the news reports re. flooding on roads etc, how many idiots are still driving fast in the background ?
Some people never learn .
Anthony, its nice to hear about Cocky, we love hearing all your stories about him.
I bet Molly is having great fun with her Barbie house.
Does she have a wardrobe of clothes for Barbie ?
I remember my daughter did.
Colleen, sounds like you all had a lovely day too. The boys will be enjoying their presents . You did well too. Lots of garden pressies.
Charleen. Love that pic. I can imagine the comment being made by the longeared one.
Glad you also enjoyed Christmas.
Teresa, It was nice to see that the shakes were well behaved for a day or so. Lets hope it stays that way.
I bet Copper had a few extra nibbles from the leftovers.
Hello Kat. Sounds like you had a lovely time too. . Hope your kitties are all still safe . Maybe you could feed a few turkeys to the snakes to keep them full .
Lovely pressies, Moon. I may have to come over and borrow the shawl for the cooler weather..
Hello to everyone else.
I am going to do a bit more potting of the larger rooted cuttings today. I played musical chairs yesterday with all the plants. Moving some down the back and some out of the greenhouse. At the moment I have a lot sitting around under my GHA brug.
He gets extra water as I water them.
The wading pool is now full of the cannas. They like to sit in the water for the summer. .
We are having the last of the leftovers for lunch today.
I suppose you will all be doing the same.
Have a lovely day.
Enjoy something nice and light with your cuppa.. Cinnamon Teacake.
Happy day, Jean. 
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DawnSong
Brisbane
Australia
December 26, 2011 1:53 PM Post #8943393
| Good morning everyone. Gosh, is it finally over? Has been so hectic. Charleen, so glad Isabelle's hoof is oK. And that black cat has the sweetest little face... Barry and I had our Christmas dinner in the park, overlooking the river (which was quite brown, and flowing very fast). No critters came to share our lunch, but we enjoyed watching the tiny colourful wrens and the butterflies flitting here and there.
Yesterday was the main family day and the morning was hectic. First an hour's drive to pick up Barry's mother, then over to drop her off at Barry's brothers place. Ian couldn't drive as he'd had surgery on his hand 2 days earlier.
Then over to my sisters place to swap pressies and enjoy some nibbles with a cuppa. Running late by now, we then headed back to Ian's only to find others were running even later, so in a way we caught up time wise.
So many presents under the tree, it took up half the lounge, almost. 4 generations of family members and their spouses, it was such fun to watch the young ones opening their pressies. One of the girls had her 16th birthday on Christmas Day, so we were celebrating that too.
Couldn't resist this pic of the flowering yuccas just up the road from me. Weren't we talking about these only recently?
Karen
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g_whizz
rosetta TASMANIA
Australia
December 26, 2011 2:25 PM Post #8943421
| Toasted ,smoked salmon/schallots and cheddar for morning tea[and a nice chunk of turkey breast and stuffing],.,.Molly showed me her new battery 4 wheeler motorbike, and is already dropping wheelies in the garage[v8 next]-but tends to get bogged in the yard...Ive been dragging all my show lilies down into the garage-show is 17 days...not an easy task,..,.,sounds like everyone ate well over christmas!!!!! |
77sunset
Merino
Australia
December 26, 2011 4:18 PM Post #8943525
| Hello Karen, glad everything was lovely for you over Christmas.
How nice to have a birthday girl as well.
Anthony , that wasnt a breakfast that was an early lunch. Hmmm, dont the nobs call it brunch. Sounds yummy whatever you call. it.
Hope you do well at the show when it comes around, and we will be waiting to see all your trophies when its over.
I have been going potty all morning as it has been cool and enjoyable to work out side.
Have to go feed the man. He just wants something easy now, so frozen pizza will do him. I may have some fish & chips.
Enjoy the rest of the day.
Jean.
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chrissy100
Sydney
Australia
December 26, 2011 4:37 PM Post #8943541
| Washing cleaning and potting up ...a big wave to everyone ! I spent hours fixing some FB problem this morning now I have to do my work ...so I will be back in the arvo, haven't had anything to eat yet ...not sure I want to (too much already probably).
The rain is holding off for a bit so better take advantage of it ...
Here look at the sky ...this is my Summer so far (it was Spring too )
Enjoy your day everyone !
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dalfyre
Christchurch
New Zealand
December 27, 2011 1:15 AM Post #8943870
| Copper is a bit disappointed not to get left overs but there isn't anything I could safely give him...
we left the chicken I cooked at my brother's, I did it in the slow cooker all day Xmas day, best way I know for tender moist chicken but not so good if you want an intact bird to carve, the meat just falls off the bone.
We have ham but that can give dogs pancreatitis so none for him.
he'd love some chocolate but that is off his menu too.
We did let him lick the empty ice cream container tonight so that made him a happy boy for a few minutes.
Had another shake this afternoon - I was a work in our tea room & it sounded like someone banging on the back door.
There are lots of new cracks in the block walls, we have been told not to go upstairs until engineers check it out - we weren't planning on going up there... nice to have our boss back us on that.
Don't think there is any new damage to our house, just made the existing cracks a bit wider & more obvious but we are on the list to have them fixed & that will happen when it happens.
Been lovely sunny weather but a change is coming in the next 2 days & it might be a wet cold New year.
Police will love that as it dampens the enthusiasm for mischief making :)
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77sunset
Merino
Australia
December 27, 2011 1:03 PM Post #8944393
| Good morning everyone. Its a cool morning here as is usual . Makes it not seem so bad when the day heats up later as we get cool evenings too.
The garden is very dry looking and I have slowly started getting some of the old plants out. Most will wait until autumn so I can really cut them back properly.
Have to deadhead the roses again. They are doing very well. I wonder if they just like where they are out in the open or if the handful of Epsom Salts each year helps. Probably both. I have no hose on them so they havent been watered in the 3 years they have been there.
I notice all the old irises I pulled out and threw under the trees are showing signs of growing. I dont mind as they are out of the way and will fill that empty spot.
I have had hundreds of Monarch butterflies around, but they are slowly dying off now.
I bought 4 new buddleas for them. I will plant them out in the salvia area as they will be good for shade over the smaller salvias.
Hello Teresa. At least Copper did get the icecream . All our scraps go to the maggies. They just love to fight over the carcase of any chooks. This time they got a turkey one.
Its so funny to watch them argue when there is plenty for all. They are so picky. If I toss out any meat scraps, they wont eat them unless they are from cooked meat.
Very upmarket birds here. I said to hubby, next thing they will want knives & forks. ...lol
Hello Chrissy. That pic of your sky looks just like ours has done for a long time , but we dont get the rain from ours. You will see blue sky soon, I hope.
Hello Karen, Colleen, Dianne, Anthony, Kat, Moon and Charleen.
I hope you are all enjoying the holidays and having some lovely weather. Keep safe and enjoy all your lovely presents.
I am off to play musical chairs with the plants again. I am having fun deciding who will go where. I now have 4 brugs on the front veranda so I can smell the flowers when they open.
I moved epis off benches and still have to plant a couple of Lilly Pillys.
Heres something tasty for morning tea. Banana Muffins.
Enjoy the day.
Jean
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ctmorris
barmera
Australia
December 27, 2011 1:29 PM Post #8944420
| Good morning everyone. The visitors have all gone now. I will have to wash today. I spent nearly all day watering again. It is really dry. I will be glad when the new watering system goes in and I can just turn on a tap. In the new year the plumber said so don't know just when. The boys got Ninja alarm clocks for Christmas. They have et them both nights to go off at 7am. But it's amazing, when they start to go off I go and watch them. They squirm a bit but don't wake up and one of the boys has his about a foot away from his head. After it goes off the second time I switch it off as i reckon that they must be tired and I'll leave them in bed a while longer. I will have to go and get my roses dead-headed too Jean. There's always something that needs doing in the garden. Must go and start the washing or we'll have no clothes to wear. That would be a sight. be back later Colleen |
77sunset
Merino
Australia
December 27, 2011 2:04 PM Post #8944465
| Had to laugh about John going to build another new shadehouse, Colleen. I remember when your first small one went up.
They do tend to breed , dont they ?
I now have the 3 greenhouses, 2 smaller shadehouses and the giant combined one. Watch out or you will be covering the yard with shadecloth. ...lol
In regard to moving the hills hoist, well, I am thinking of covering mine with shadecloth and hanging lots of pots on it.
Do what I did and buy a dryer. So much easier and it doesnt cost a fortune in power either.
Of course one isnt using it for just bits & pieces. I always do a full washload.
My arthritis makes it hard to hang washing on the line now and the dryer has been fantastic.
You can always get one of those pullout lines that attach to a wall for anything you need to hang out.
Jean. |
ctmorris
barmera
Australia
December 27, 2011 2:48 PM Post #8944523
| The trouble with the pull out from the wall type Jean is , I won't have a spare wall if he builds the SH along the northern wall unless I put it under the carport or put it out the front. lol Colleen |
Seachanger
Clifton Springs
Australia
December 27, 2011 7:42 PM Post #8944961
| Good idea re the hoist Jean...a friend of mine has wisteria growing over his...it looks marvellous...good place for a grapevine too.
I have a wall one, to save space...
Same situation here with the roses, half in full flower, half due for a hair cut...It's certainly been a good year...
I'm repotting today, too...these baby Brugs are growing very tall.
I liked your Xmas birds, Colleen...show us where you place them.
Karen, You must have had a lovely time with 4 generations...I miss my Nanna and my aunts and uncles and without little kids, it's not quite the same...
Still, our Steph is still a baby to us all and she is so wonderful to my Mother...she tells her all about the latest fashion and who she has a crush on at the time and she'll sing K.K.K.Katie with mum at the drop of a hat...Mum and I used to sing that when she was little...she just loved saying K.K.K.Katie.
It's funny that mum can remember all the words and sing it clearly, yet she can't have a conversation..
Oh well, off to pot some floppy plants.
Have a good day all.
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ctmorris
barmera
Australia
December 27, 2011 8:26 PM Post #8945009
| Here are my new statues that the boys gave me for Christmas. Colleen 
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ctmorris
barmera
Australia
December 27, 2011 8:28 PM Post #8945011
| The gnome on his tractor. Colleen 
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ctmorris
barmera
Australia
December 27, 2011 8:30 PM Post #8945012
| and the Ibis, all in my Shade house around the pond. I think they are lovely. Colleen 
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aussie_flower
Vic
Australia
December 27, 2011 10:10 PM Post #8945057
| Hi everyone :)
A nice quite Christmas even had a nice rain shower, he he have been surviving on leftovers and the chook’s have been very happy with all the extra scraps too.
Who else is getting the hot weather now!!!
Seachanger your gladiolus is called Priscilla.
Just in case I don’t pop in again before the New Year.
HAPPY NEW YEAR
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dalfyre
Christchurch
New Zealand
December 28, 2011 12:00 AM Post #8945090
| something to scent the air in the tea room...
I picked a big bunch of sweet pea.
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ctmorris
barmera
Australia
December 28, 2011 12:04 AM Post #8945092
| Thank you Teresa. I love Sweetpeas. Funny thing is I hardly ever grow them. Must remind myself to put some in in Autumn. Colleen |
chrissy100
Sydney
Australia
December 28, 2011 12:29 AM Post #8945099
| Sweet peas are one of my favourites Teresa ...I seem to have no room for them these days or it is too shady in the jungle ...they are lovely and the perfume mmmm
Isn't it funny how we gardeners must drape vines and hang things off anything we can. I was eyeing off my second clothes line in the cottage area today (it has Brugs growing under it) Now if I planted a light vine ...lol.
Have a lovely evening everyone ! it's almost 2012 whoo hoo ! can't wait ! |
g_whizz
rosetta TASMANIA
Australia
December 28, 2011 2:00 AM Post #8945113
| I used 'sweet pea' in a floral arrangement, with scotch thistle ansd a tiny, long ,red ,Fucshia-effect was good ,..,judges comments were'nt |
ridesredmule
Barnesville (Charle, GA (Zone 8b)
December 28, 2011 6:30 AM Post #8945236
| They are beautiful. I've never had any luck with sweet peas here, but do love them.
Beautiful pictures Colleen, the boys got great presents...
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DawnSong
Brisbane
Australia
December 28, 2011 12:46 PM Post #8945535
| Good morning.
Colleen, I love your garden ornaments. The boys did well.
Teresa, I can almost smell those sweet peas from here. Gorgeous colours.
Jean, your cyber baking skills amaze me. Always something to make the mouth water. And what I like best is they can't send my sugar levels raging.
So many seem to be spending the holiday season at home this year. Actually, I am enjoying being here, no pressure or stress now, just pottering about.
Have a great day.
Karen
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77sunset
Merino
Australia
December 28, 2011 1:11 PM Post #8945554
| Good morning everyone. Very cool here this morning but going to get hot later. Its nice not to be getting up to heat straight away. We are having a nice change around 5pm too. Not enough to run for a jumper, but lovely to be out and about then.
I have done all my moving for the time being. Plants are all settling in new positions.
More brug babies will be going to the shadehouse as they grow a bit.
I have lots of brom pups coming on so that will be the next job. Removing them and repotting.
Hello Colleen, your Christmas present do look very nice around the garden.
Teresa, love sweet peas. Such a beautiful color I did have some here that used to self sow each year , but they are no longer there as the area is now a jungle.
Anthony, your arrangement sounds like it would have looked very pretty. Some judges dont know beauty when they see it.
Charleen, how are things over your way. getting colder ?
cookies for Charley in the kitchen.
Karen, I hope you are just about 100% now. Its nice to relax at home isnt it ?
Hello to everyone else. I am going out to enjoy the cool morning before the sun chases me inside.
All our leftovers are now gone so back to normal eating . I do love turkey etc, but imagine the size of all of us if we ate like that all the time. ..lol
Heres something to tempt you , but at least you can eat all you want without putting on the weight.
Yummy Mud Cake.
Happy day,
Jean. 
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ridesredmule
Barnesville (Charle, GA (Zone 8b)
December 28, 2011 1:54 PM Post #8945591
| It is cool in the 50-60's but we are making it. Longears roaming in the pasture looking for nibbles of new grass after the last rain. Longears are great, just like me getting older every day...
Yum on the cookies for Charley, he loves them... |
chrissy100
Sydney
Australia
December 28, 2011 3:00 PM Post #8945679
| Waving as I go past to beat the expected rain !
Back soon ...I don't think it's far away .
Enjoy your morning |
ctmorris
barmera
Australia
December 28, 2011 3:22 PM Post #8945706
| Good morning everyone. It's a beautiful morning here. Not a cloud in the sky. Don't know what might happen in ten minutes time though.lol That's how the weather is these days. Half the sky can be blue and the other half can be full of rain clouds. The day before Christmas my G/daughter showed me a Nutramedics cream that she uses. Apricot scented. So I put some on my hands and smoothed it over my face. Oh boy. am I paying for it now. I have blisters all on my fingers and my face is so itchy and my eyes have puffed up like someone gave me a bop. I hope they don't swell anymore or I won't be able to see.So much for expensive creams. It did feel good and smelled lovely but i won't do that again. I hope you are all getting over Christmas now. I've been out and watered some plants and repotted some. Did I tell you that the Barmera Council has agreed to plant a Memery Garden of Cacti for Brian. The place has been selected now and I just have to wait for them to prepare it and then Brians Cactus can be planted. They also want succulents in there. I will take a before pic for you all to see . It doesn't look very good but is a nice big area and after the cactus are planted it should be lovely. I'll keep you posted on any progress. Must go. be back later. colleen |
Marleneann
Sunshine Coast
Australia
December 28, 2011 4:20 PM Post #8945767
| I received some seeds this morning.
They went astray in the post and the package is damaged and I do not know who sent them. No name on the seeds.
So ...anyone on this forum I should be thanking? |
g_whizz
rosetta TASMANIA
Australia
December 28, 2011 6:00 PM Post #8945877
| What are they? |
77sunset
Merino
Australia
December 28, 2011 8:49 PM Post #8946144
| Colleen, thats lovely that Brian can have his cacti growing for everyone to enjoy. He would be pleased.
I hope you get over that reaction quickly. Allergies can be dangerous. Try anything on a small patch of skin next time.
I find the best thing for most types of skin is good old reliable Sorbolene.. I have been using it in all climates for as long as I can remember.
Jean. |
Seachanger
Clifton Springs
Australia
December 28, 2011 9:23 PM Post #8946176
| Colleen, I'm glad that Brian's garden is finally settled...will someone help you prepare the site for the garden?
Sorry about that allergy...very painful thing to have...love all the ornaments...is your frog in the garden still?
Gorgeous Sweet Peas, Teresa...we plant them on St Patrick's day.
Nice to see you here A_F...drop in for a cuppa anytime...
Glad that you are enjoying your Christmas break by just relaxing, Karen.
I still have some of that Christmas cake, Jean...hot with the Zab cream...yummy and so full of cholestrol...lol
Dianne. |
chrissy100
Sydney
Australia
December 28, 2011 9:37 PM Post #8946186
| Yikes Colleen ...I have very allergic skin too, and after one severe reaction I can no longer wear make up (I always used to). Wait until it all starts to peel away, just like sun burn. Stay out of the sun for a while because that makes it worse (use a hat if you have to go outside).
Brian's Garden sounds like a wonderful project, please keep us up to date with how it is going.Wouldn't he be chuffed .
Hi A F Happy New Year ! I hope you had a great Christmas.
Your weather sounds great Charleen !
Yes my leftover Christmas cake is whispering to me ...but I whisper back ("New Years Eve"). |
77sunset
Merino
Australia
December 28, 2011 9:53 PM Post #8946191
| Christmas cake all gone. Christmas pudding all gone...
Now I wait until next year.
Much as I love them, I only eat them at Christmas...
Weeellll... maybe a teeny piece of fruit cake during the year, but only teeny.
I wont mention the large KitKat hubby buys me every shopping day... ssshhhhhhh ...
I ration it out with a small piece for supper each night.
Jean. |
ctmorris
barmera
Australia
December 28, 2011 10:02 PM Post #8946194
| Dianne. I only had to agree on the site and supply the plants. The Council will do the rest so they said. I will go down there with the cactus as if you don't know how to handle them they can be very dangerous, especially the larger ones. I do hope that they don't get vandalised. Colleen |
dalfyre
Christchurch
New Zealand
December 28, 2011 11:51 PM Post #8946218
| Colleen - I am so glad that there will be a memorial garden for Brian.
Every time I look at my succulents or see an interesting cactus I think of him...
and when I have a nice wine too :)
Isn't it strange how you can miss somebody you've never met!
Hope your allergy clears up soon, I would never have expected a face cream to cause such a problem - make up yes - have seen my Mum react badly to a few, even expensive hypo allergenic ones.
Take care of your self |
ridesredmule
Barnesville (Charle, GA (Zone 8b)
December 29, 2011 6:48 AM Post #8946386
| Sunny and bright this morning, frost everywhere, almost look like snow.
Supposed to warm up.
Here is some of my new creations. got some more in oven.
Love playing with the clay. You all have a great day...
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DawnSong
Brisbane
Australia
December 29, 2011 11:23 AM Post #8946631
| Good morning. I'm off to an early start this morning.
Charleen, love those mules. They look quite cheeky. Glad you have a bright sunny day. It's a bit early here to tell what the sky looks like but they predict fine weather, not necessarily sunny.
Colleen, you must feel very proud that Brian will have such a lovely memorial. I will look forward to seeing photos as it develops. It's awful being allergic to beauty products. I have to be careful with shampoos, as some burn me behind the ears.
I didn't buy Christmas cake (being diabetic) but I don't miss out. I had a small piece at the dinner, and even some plum pudding with brandy custard. Paid the price after, but once a year, its worth it.
Going on a shopping excursion this morning. Mainly just to get out of the house for a bit. My leg is healing well and faster than predicted, but won't really stop seeping until that dead patch fills in and loses the rejected grafting skin caught in it. It's getting close, and infection free, so doing well.
The birds are stirring, and will soon get noisy, so will get some feed ready for them to keep them quiet for a while. I can see a glow in the air which means the sun is coming up through the trees. Time to start the day.
Hope everyone has a good one.
Karen
Christmas for my little nocturnal visitor, happily munching on corn. Somewhat timid, so photo is taken in the dark with a flash through the screen door. Not the best but is all she will allow. She even got a couple of apricots last night.
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ridesredmule
Barnesville (Charle, GA (Zone 8b)
December 29, 2011 11:44 AM Post #8946644
| Karen, she is so cute. What kind of little creature is it??? You know I love animals.
Hubby is making me a work table in feed shed. Not going out til he calls me . Think I ask too many questions, so it's best I just let him be til he calls.
got our light bill it was cheapest one we have had in a long time. New pump does not run all the time...
You all have a wonderful day... |
themoonhowl
Prairieville, LA (Zone 9a)
December 29, 2011 12:49 PM Post #8946751
| Just one more sorrow for 2011...My sweet Springer Spaniel Chester died today. He turned 9 in September.
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chrissy100
Sydney
Australia
December 29, 2011 12:53 PM Post #8946760
| Oh moon ...(((HUGS))) I am so sorry. |
77sunset
Merino
Australia
December 29, 2011 1:27 PM Post #8946805
| Good morning everyone. Very cool morning but so nice to be out and about at this time , before the sun gets really hot.
did a bit more moving of a few brugs yesterday. I now have 4 on the veranda near the window. They all have buds , so maybe a nice scented place soon.
Moon , so sorry about your lovely dog. Always sad when a loved pet leaves us.
Charleen, that brown clay creature would have to be cheeky Charley.
I love the purple one though. You are a clever lady.
Karen, glad you are well on the way to better health now. Love your possum.
I had them when I used to live in Bright. They became quite tame and would eat from my hand.
They never touched my garden , but would eat the neighbors roses.
Colleen, its going to be an exciting time for you as Brians garden progresses. Dont forget to show us lots of pics.
Teresa, I hope you are getting some lovely weather for your walking to work . How is Copper handling the new lot of shakes? Poor thing must be a nervous wreck..
Dianne. I have a tray of new baby abutilons now. The first lot are doing well in their pots. I am hoping to see flowers next year.
Anthony, my Tigers are starting to open. I love the way they get their shiny black seeds up the stems.
How are your liliums going ? Getting closer the the show, I believe.
How is Squeaky going ?
One of our neighbors passed away just before Christmas day, and we havent heard from our closer neighbor since he went away before Christmas.after asking me to keep an eye on his chooks and livestock. Hope all is well with him.
I am just off to open the greenhouses and let the sun in.
Hello to everyone else looking in.
I will open a new thread on Sunday. I know this one has become long but I have been holding off until next year...
Happy day and enjoy this plate of Cranberry Lemon Slices... ( Is there cream , I can hear Brian asking...lol)
Jean.
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Marleneann
Sunshine Coast
Australia
December 29, 2011 1:58 PM Post #8946843
| g_whizz wrote:What are they?
I don't know...no name on seeds.
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g_whizz
rosetta TASMANIA
Australia
December 29, 2011 2:21 PM Post #8946863
| Howl, sorry for Chester!!!!!-Lilies coming on -too fast!!!!!!most are down in the garage[everytime i go to download a pic on the lily thread, it doesnt work] |
chrissy100
Sydney
Australia
December 29, 2011 5:06 PM Post #8946999
| Marlene does the envelope tell you where it came from ?
maybe something has gone to the wrong address or something.
Post a picture of the seeds ...we might recognize what they are for you at least.
Jean I hope your neighbor is just having a good time and will be back soon.
So sad to lose people and pets at any time, but it this time of the year it magnifies the loss.
I hope everyone is getting quietly excited about seeing 2011 off,
Hurry up please ...roll on 2012 ! |
Seachanger
Clifton Springs
Australia
December 29, 2011 5:14 PM Post #8947007
| Moon, we can feel your grief...we have to cherish every hour with those we love..animal or human.
I finally bought the electric frypan, a nice deep one...while I was looking at the recipes that came with it.
I had to smile to think of the ones that came with my first one...
The meals on the left are the modern ones...on the right are the ones suggested back in the 70's when you bought a new frypan.
Gyoza (japanese dumplings)...Roast Beef
Chili crab...Roast lamb
Creamy oyster chicken...Roast Chicken
Dahl. ...Curried sausages
Penne Boscaiola ... Spaghetti Bolognaise
Lamb tagine ... Lamb hot pot.
How times have changed...
My husband loves all of the ones on the right...but wouldn't touch the others...I'm sure it's only the names..lol
I hope all of your partners are a little more adventurous...
I am glad that your seeds are doing well, Jean...they would have just sat here...
Have a safe and happy weekend everyone, 2012 is 30 hrs away...
Happy New Year...
Dianne.
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Marleneann
Sunshine Coast
Australia
December 29, 2011 11:42 PM Post #8947263
| chrissy100 wrote:Marlene does the envelope tell you where it came from ?
maybe something has gone to the wrong address or something.
Post a picture of the seeds ...we might recognize what they are for you at least.
Jean I hope your neighbor is just having a good time and will be back soon.
So sad to lose people and pets at any time, but it this time of the year it magnifies the loss.
I hope everyone is getting quietly excited about seeing 2011 off,
Hurry up please ...roll on 2012 !
Chrissy I planted them thinking when they grow I may recognize what they are.
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dalfyre
Christchurch
New Zealand
December 30, 2011 12:18 AM Post #8947268
| MoonHowl _ so sorry to hear that you have lost your lovely dog.
Springers are such sweethearts.
{{{hugs}}}
Teresa |
themoonhowl
Prairieville, LA (Zone 9a)
December 30, 2011 6:01 AM Post #8947400
| Thanks to you all for your kind words. It was very sudden and a total shock. I will sorely miss Chester. |
ctmorris
barmera
Australia
December 30, 2011 1:21 PM Post #8947964
| Good morning everyone. It's pretty warm here already. Supposed to be in the low 40's for the New Year. Thank heavens for aircon. Have been out and watered early this morning so everything looks pretty good at the moment. Don't know what they'll look like at the end of the day though. Have moved some seedlings right out of the sun. Will check on them this afternoon and make sure that they're still in the shade. Sorry to hear about your little dog Moon. It's so sad when we lose a pet. I will never forget having to get my son's shepherd of 15 years down. It broke my heart as it was like losing my son all over again. I still have his cat Lily here, actually she's sitting right here on the computer desk. She doesn't wander too far from either me or the youngest boy. Had a visitor the day before yesterday after 2 and a half years. The boy's "Mother" popped up out of the blue. The oldest one recognised her out the gate, the little one is having a bit of a hard time and boy, was he crabby last night. I just said to him if there's anything upsetting him to talk about it don't just get angry. He settled down quite well after that and then hopped into my bed for the night. Poor little ones, they don't know what's going on. She will be back today and then after that I don't know. Will have to wait and see what happens. I don't ask any questions, I just go with the flow, all the time wondering why. Well enough of my whinging. I hope everyone has a great last day of the year and not too many headaches tomorrow. I don't drink so it will be coffee for me. Be back later. Colleen 
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77sunset
Merino
Australia
December 30, 2011 1:31 PM Post #8947974
| Good morning everyone..
This is the first morning for a long time that has started off warm. We are in for a few very hot days so nothing much will get done outside.
I may spend the time cleaning out all the inside of the house and drive hubby mad.
I am going out to water everything while its still nice out there.
Hello to you all and I hope you all enjoy the last night of the year.
Hopefully 2012 can only be better.
Keep safe and I'll see you all next year.
♫ ♬ ♪ ♩ ♭ ♪ ❃ ❂ ❁ ♫ ♬ ♪ ♩ ♭ ♪ ❃ ❂ ❁... HAPPY NEW YEAR... ❃ ❂ ❁ ♫ ♬ ♪ ♩ ♭ ♪ ❃ ❂ ❁ ♫ ♬ ♪ ♩ ♭ ♪
Jean. |
77sunset
Merino
Australia
December 30, 2011 1:35 PM Post #8947981
| Darn, where did the cake go ???
Oh well . Try again. Enjoy but dont overdo.
Happy day. Jean. 
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ridesredmule
Barnesville (Charle, GA (Zone 8b)
December 30, 2011 1:53 PM Post #8948013
| Bless you Moon, I'm so sorry for your loss.
Have a great day everyone...
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chrissy100
Sydney
Australia
December 30, 2011 2:11 PM Post #8948050
| Have a Safe and Happy New Year everyone ...
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dU6GGCKgdZQ&feature=related
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DawnSong
Brisbane
Australia
December 30, 2011 2:52 PM Post #8948118
| Moon, I too am so sorry that you have lost Chester. I think most of us know the sadness of losing a much loved pet, and can truly empathise with you.
Charleen, that is a possum. I know a lot of people consider them a pest, but I admire the way they survive suburbia and all its risks, cars and dogs and people. This one is part of a little family of mum, dad, and baby. They are a problem in the garden, but I find they do minimal damage if I leave them a treat each night. They like the pollen/nectar I feed my birds and will eat the left overs, along with apple, carrot, most fruits. This one is munching on a cob of corn, and last night she dined on a couple of apricots. I'd bought some that turned out to be too sour to eat, so the possum is getting them each night until they run out. Extra special treat.
Jean, what a colourful cake. You must do a lot of searching to find these.
Well, the year is almost over. I have to say that I, like so many others, will be glad to see the back of it. I hope we can march together into the New Year prepared, willing and able to make the most of it.
Karen
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ridesredmule
Barnesville (Charle, GA (Zone 8b)
December 30, 2011 5:01 PM Post #8948296
| Your opossum is not ugly like ours. That is a cute baby.
See how my baby chick is grown. she is almost as tall as her adopted "daddy, Lil Champ"
This is Happy Chicken Family...
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Seachanger
Clifton Springs
Australia
December 30, 2011 9:10 PM Post #8948494
| Our possums aren't opossums, Charleen...they are a different species...
Ours are either Brush tailed or ringtail...we have both near me...thank goodness they are only on the farms or nature reserves...in the city, they can wreck the home garden...they love roses and such.
They are very cute though, both of them and they love cut up fruit.
You and Colleen, both have lovely chicken families...and that's a great pic of the longears too..
Happy New Year to All...
See you in 2012.
Dianne. |
dalfyre
Christchurch
New Zealand
December 30, 2011 9:47 PM Post #8948513
| and the brush tail possum likes birds eggs & baby birds too...
they are eating the native bush here in NZ to the extent that a lot of trees are dying and they have been filmed raiding the nests of endangered native birds.
their fur is lovely & soft & a clever kiwi came up with a way to strip the fur from possum skin so it can be blended with merino wool & spun into yarn.
They call it Merino Mink & it makes the softest, warmest socks, gloves, hats & scarves...
on a par with cashmere cost wise so I don't have any.
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g_whizz
rosetta TASMANIA
Australia
December 30, 2011 11:45 PM Post #8948544
| Hello Possums!!!! I succumbed to everybodys talk of roast pork, and hunted down an "Anthony" sized $16 piece,.,..,MMMMMMMMMMMMMMMMMMMMMMMMMMMMMMMMMMMMMMMMMMMMMMMM!!!!!!!!!!-with perfect cracklin'-spuds n gravy,.,.now after eating about 4/5 of it, im wallowing around like a big walrus [not that i was'nt that size before] MMMMMMMMMMMMMMMMMMMMMMMMMMMMMMMMMMMMMMMMMM!!!!Charlene, the possums here, are like Meerkats,.,.they love hot chilli,jalapenos, hot salami,curry, mustard,hot spicy pizza- they and the beautiful little birds are great garbage disposal units[along with the kangaroo],..,,,New Year everyone,..,.,$31 million coming up!!!!! |
chrissy100
Sydney
Australia
December 31, 2011 12:31 AM Post #8948556
| Looking forward to 2012 !
See you all then !!!!!!
Have a great New Years Eve everyone ... I am off to bed ... hubby shared his nasty head cold with me.
I am happy anyway because when I wake up 2011 will be gone. |
dalfyre
Christchurch
New Zealand
December 31, 2011 1:10 AM Post #8948562
| Happy New Year everyone :)
Only a few hours lefty of this year - and what a dramatic one it has been...
Wishing you all peace, prosperity & good health in 2012.
Cheers! |
ctmorris
barmera
Australia
December 31, 2011 1:58 AM Post #8948569
| Happy New Year everyone. Thank you for lending me your ears throughout 2011. I thank the people who have helped me out with plants and seeds and cuttings. I hope that 2012 will be the most healthy and happy for all of us. Colleen 
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ridesredmule
Barnesville (Charle, GA (Zone 8b)
December 31, 2011 7:03 AM Post #8948716
| HAPPY NEW YEAR!!! Anthony , good Luck on the $31 Million.
I bet they would be spicey to eat after all those peppers.
Got you a picture of our critter. Got hideous teeth too. 
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ridesredmule
Barnesville (Charle, GA (Zone 8b)
December 31, 2011 7:04 AM Post #8948720
| Here is a pitiful Mom with Babys hanging on her. They are like your Kangaroos, they are marsupial, have baby's in pocket... 
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themoonhowl
Prairieville, LA (Zone 9a)
December 31, 2011 11:32 AM Post #8948975
| My heartfelt thanks to you all for your kind condolences.
Colleen, I can so empathize with you. My son's ex-wife asked us to take our grandson when he was 21 months old. Over the last 16 years she has wandered in and out of his life wreaking havoc each time. It can be so hard to maintain a calm non-judgmental demeanor when talking with him. It was especially hard when he was younger and hurt so badly. All I can say is love them lots, let them know you do and that you are always there to listen, love and guide. They will treasure you for that and with your guidance will be good strong young men. May the good Lord bless and keep you all.
A very HAPPY NEW YEAR to you all. Sincerest wishes for a calmer, kinder 2012.
This oppossum (with a visitor) moved into our yard and lived here for almost a year. We named him Elwood and he thought he was one of the cats. He would scurry up to the breezeway at feeding time and they all seemed to get along famously...they are ugly little buggars.
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ridesredmule
Barnesville (Charle, GA (Zone 8b)
December 31, 2011 12:06 PM Post #8949001
| Yes, they really are. My sister had some when we were kids. got some mean teeth and bad dispositions too.
Missy has brought in one or two before I penned her up. One she killed and the other got a way...
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themoonhowl
Prairieville, LA (Zone 9a)
December 31, 2011 12:11 PM Post #8949010
| Although, if taken while young, they can be interesting pets. They are not as prone to rabies and other diseases as raccoons are, and if neutered lose that aggressive nature. |
DawnSong
Brisbane
Australia
December 31, 2011 12:55 PM Post #8949071
| Hmmm, I think if I had one for a pet, it would be paying a visit to the dentist quick smart. I am wondering why they need those long teeth, what do they eat?
Happy New Year to all.
Karen
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ridesredmule
Barnesville (Charle, GA (Zone 8b)
December 31, 2011 1:10 PM Post #8949084
| They are a scavenger type animal. That is why they need long teeth.I guess.The ugliest part is the tail, no fur on it. I'm sure there are folks who may have had a opposum for a pet... |
chrissy100
Sydney
Australia
December 31, 2011 1:43 PM Post #8949121
| Wow they are scary looking ...too much of the rat look for me.
our Possums are beautiful little animals (not when they clomp around in the roof or eat your garden) yours look like they could inflict some damage. We don't have Rabies in Australia thank goodness.
Well I got up out of bed last night after a couple of hours to watch the Fireworks ...wonderful as usual.
I hope there aren't too many sore heads out there in Oz this morning :)
It's going to be hot.
Better get out there before it gets too hot :)
Back later ...enjoy your coffee this morning I suspect a few of us need it . |
themoonhowl
Prairieville, LA (Zone 9a)
December 31, 2011 1:44 PM Post #8949124
| They are quite interesting animals...they are immune to rattle snake venom for one thing, and they eat rats, mice, insects, slugs (HURRAY) snails, rotting fruit and veggies and all carrion of any sort...often referred to as Nature's sanitation engineers.
http://www.opossum.org/ |
77sunset
Merino
Australia
December 31, 2011 1:56 PM Post #8949145
| Good morning everyone. We have moved to here.
http://davesgarden.com/community/forums/t/1235398/
Relax and enjoy the new quiet area in the Tea Room garden.
Happy New Year..
Jean. |
