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#3459774 8-Feb-2026 16:53

networkn:

Long long after the memories of the downsides of their time with braces have faded, their straight healthy teeth will bring them happiness :)

They do already. Miss 11 had very badly misaligned incisors, to the point she couldn’t eat food like steak. That’s all gone now.

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#3459787 8-Feb-2026 19:39

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Maybe you son should call the cops in a few days with an anonymous tip off?

That's what he asked me. I advised him against it. The legal situation TODAY is complicated. The thief could still have claimed he'd found the AirPods somewhere. These days, you have to expect that a crime without witnesses or evidence can be reversed. Then he could have faced a lawsuit from the pickpocket for defamation and false accusation, or he could have simply thrown the AirPods out the window or destroyed them. So, I think a win-win situation is the better alternative.

It just doesn't help the person who gets robbed next. It's sad to say, but the police are also fed up with investigating "minor offenses." And the courts are increasingly justifying antisocial acts by citing the perpetrator's „difficult childhood.“

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#3459797 8-Feb-2026 20:32

networkn:

Seeing an Aston Martin Valkeryie in person. Incredible.

Not that long ago I saw a rare Citroën SM on the Wellington Bypass.

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#3460603 11-Feb-2026 12:55

That the surname of the Energy Minister is WATTS.

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#3460618 11-Feb-2026 13:38

The Sportsball team that I have supported for the last 45+ years came back from being 3-0 down after 29 minutes to win 4-3 in added time (90+6).

Bloody Marvellous.

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#3460620 11-Feb-2026 13:41

Handsomedan:

The Sportsball team that I have supported for the last 45+ years came back from being 3-0 down after 29 minutes to win 4-3 in added time (90+6).

Bloody Marvellous.

Magic half time oranges?

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#3460621 11-Feb-2026 13:41

kiwifidget:

Handsomedan:

The Sportsball team that I have supported for the last 45+ years came back from being 3-0 down after 29 minutes to win 4-3 in added time (90+6).

Bloody Marvellous.

Magic half time oranges?

Or possibly half time threats from the management?

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#3460629 11-Feb-2026 13:49

Much Moore Easter egg ice cream . They have nailed the flavour just like eating a Cadbury's easter egg. Yum

https://www.newworld.co.nz/shop/product/5345062_ea_000nw?name=much-moore-marshmallow-easter-egg-ice-cream

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#3460643 11-Feb-2026 14:39

vexxxboy:

Much Moore Easter egg ice cream . They have nailed the flavour just like eating a Cadbury's easter egg. Yum

https://www.newworld.co.nz/shop/product/5345062_ea_000nw?name=much-moore-marshmallow-easter-egg-ice-cream

OMG that ice cream would do more than make me smile I think.

I love marshmallow easter eggs, but much prefer the old ones before they became half eggs.

Also not available in store, in any store, anywhere near me!

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#3460666 11-Feb-2026 15:26

Handsomedan:

Or possibly half time threats from the management?

3-0 down against Leicester after 30mins they deserved a rocket up their arses at half time!

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#3461151 13-Feb-2026 09:35

Listening to the rain

Here is a crazy notion, lets give peace a chance.

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#3461354 13-Feb-2026 21:57

Big ups to the operator of a mini digger across the road from my 3yo grandson's home

Grandson was sitting on his driveway, all kitted out in his mini safety vest, totally entranced by what was going on

After a while, the operator came over and asked if he would like to sit in the cab. Parents in attendance of course.

He had such a fun time working the levers, and tooting the horn, asking all the questions and listened attentively when the operator was explaining the controls, etc

Huge grin for the rest of the day , and told everyone about the fun time.

Made his week 👍, and mine

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#3461379 14-Feb-2026 08:11

Mrs. Floyd's plants are proving to be very fecund this year. Now the question is what do I do when a recipe asks for one tomato?

Sometimes I use big words I don't always fully understand in an effort to make myself sound more photosynthesis.

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#3461385 14-Feb-2026 09:20

floydbloke:

Now the question is what do I do when a recipe asks for one tomato?

Same thing as when a recipe calls for a single clove of garlic.

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#3461616 15-Feb-2026 12:07

Taking better care of my health which has led to getting into new things. Currently in a massive sourdough phase and loving it. Trying the Volare Grain Sourdough at the moment. Goes great with a cuppa tea.

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