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My Place

My Place

Hi guys,

I just wanted to have a thread where I could talk about things that make me happy without bothering anyone else.

So on Sunday a week ago I planted some seeds into a metal tub. Some veggie seeds. Carrots, garlic chives and although it’s not the season for it I threw in some cucumber seeds.

Well yesterday, only a week after planting I noticed my first little green shoot. Then today, there are a bunch of green shoots. Funnily enough I think it’s the cucumbers that have come up first. I may have to make a cloche to help them grow in the cooler weather. The tub is sitting on a concrete path so hopefully that will help keep the soil a bit warmer. I moved them a bit more into the sunshine today as we noticed that the carport was casting shade on them quite early in the afternoon.

I am so happy to see their green little faces pushing up from under that dark earth. Gives me hope in all things. I love to watch things grow. It makes me happy to think that I have played a part in that.

Every day I water them and have a chat with them. How are you today my seeds? I hope that you will grow soon! Now I can encourage them to grow bigger and stronger.

I can’t wait to set up my other veggie garden and grow more things. I am especially looking forward to planting my tomatoes come spring.

@tonys

Meggle

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@GezzaP rant away! Lol I had the same conversation with another member (TAB) regarding split systems. My house is designed in such a way that there is nowhere I can mount them. It was my preferred choice when I was able to afford to buy one but ducted is my only option.

If I had money I'd get a reverse cycle ducted system.

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My system is reverse cycle @ENKELI . Got heating on now. Slept 7 1/2 hours. Could have slept more but not to be.

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@ENKELI Dole is obscenely low! At least you get concessions. I’m getting just over income limit for concessions. Struggle to pay bills sometimes. Have to withdraw super funds from time to time. Luckily my super fund is a good one with good earnings.

But I’m worried about Trump f.., up world economy!

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Eyyyy motorcycles are wicked @Oaktree that's so cool! You seem sensible enough that I won't need to harp on at you about wearing your motorbike PPE! Haha

Road rash ain't no joke! And you'll look spiffy as heck in your leathers hehehe

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@Jynx

I bought motorcycle boots and gloves and ordered a jacket. I have a helmet coming but not sure it will meet specifications so might need to send it back, wait and see. Looked at kevlar jeans online today.

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Oooh nice one @Oaktree you getting all excited?

Awesome to hear that you're even checking your helmet specs! Muy importante!! I have seen some slick, creative looking bike helmets... though my fav was this one where a guy got his own face as his helmet deco! 🤣

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@tyme @Jynx

I went for my first lesson tonight. I was riding around the carpark and got up to 18kms p/hr in 3rd gear. I didn’t fall off or drop the bike. It was a bit scary at first.
Overall I think I did pretty well for my first lesson on a motorcycle. The hardest part was getting on and off as it had a higher part at the back for a passenger.

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Oh wow @Oaktree love it!! How did it feel? You going riding regularly now?

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@Jynx

No I don’t own a motorcycle yet so I have to wait for my next lesson on Wednesday

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Ahh of course @Oaktree 😊

How are things for you anyway? Feel like it's been a while since we've chatted properly!

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