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Why didn’t I think of this before?

Posted on 27/11/2024 by AlanM52

From December 2023 I have had lots of Outlook 2021 calendar health appointments and wondering why I did not think to do printouts like this. With poor eyesight I have been standing at counters struggling try to read the phone … Continue reading →

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The pond pump is not working – no waterfall?

Posted on 21/11/2024 by AlanM52

The pond pump is not working – no waterfall? No wonder!… I know I keep harping on it, been dealing all year with the left eyeball plus a detour for a kidney stone procedure means the job list is getting … Continue reading →

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Sunday family working bee – Part 1

Posted on 16/11/2024 by AlanM52

I have been solo prepping last week for tomorrow’s working bee – see my previous posts. This afternoon under shade I did some final prepping culminating in getting the extension ladder through what we call the cottage garden safely and … Continue reading →

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Ozito 1800W Electric Chainsaw – Blade replacement

Posted on 13/11/2024 by AlanM52

This purchase was delivered this morning.

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Al’s Kitchen – Curry Puffs

Posted on 11/11/2024 by AlanM52

Curry Puffs without the puff pastry to have on toast, bread buns or in the Jaffal maker.

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Eyes feeling good this morning

Posted on 09/11/2024 by AlanM52

Today we change from Prednefrin Forte 8 drops to 4 drops per day (y)As posted I am using three reminder systems; the alarm function on the phone, Amazon Alexa and a (failsafe) small notepad.Doing 8 drops a day I always … Continue reading →

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More garden work

Posted on 05/11/2024 by AlanM52

This time the lemon tree outside my workshop.            

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Redefining the word ‘Thrifty’

Posted on 05/11/2024 by AlanM52

Besides simply using the alarm feature of the clock app on my phone the GloryFit app will also send reminders to my ALDI smart watch. I also posted that via routines Amazon Alexa will remind me at the top of … Continue reading →

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From yesterday more garden work

Posted on 03/11/2024 by AlanM52

Today we are pruning/lopping shrubs to clear path(s) for the extension ladder to later attack a large tree with high branches that overhang the fence. For that we need a rope man and I have arranged for a friend  will … Continue reading →

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More garden work

Posted on 02/11/2024 by AlanM52

This time front corner to right of driveway. About to take a break so brought in tools out of the sun.          

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