Mundane News

[Reynard]

You have to wonder why anyone would return from Australia into freezing fog, sub zero temperatures and the risk of snow.

No lethal spiders...

 

[Reynard]

I'm always having those, recently a total stranger must have hidden a chunk of manchego in my trolley. The blighters

There are worse things to have put in one's trolley

I'm tempted to drop some condoms into the trolley of that stuck-up couple who always bend the rules on the markdowns...

 

[Reynard]

Chapeau Ronnie, that was bloody exquisite snooker. Eight times UK winner. Just mind-blowing.

But a final takes two to make it a classic, and Ding done well too.

 

[Mo1959]

Chapeau Ronnie, that was bloody exquisite snooker. Eight times UK winner. Just mind-blowing.

But a final takes two to make it a classic, and Ding done well too.

Bit of a masterclass wasn’t it. Got to wonder how long he can keep going.

 

[Reynard]

Bit of a masterclass wasn’t it. Got to wonder how long he can keep going.

Not sure masterclass was the right word. More that he just seemed to find that extra gear the moment he was placed under pressure. I hope he'll keep going for a few years yet, I do enjoy watching him play.

He's got a nice shapely derriere as well. Which may or may not have something to do with it...

 

[classic33]

You have to wonder why anyone would return from Australia into freezing fog, sub zero temperatures and the risk of snow.

My cousin said those were the things he missed, so he came back to County Clare.

 

[classic33]

There are worse things to have put in one's trolley

I'm tempted to drop some condoms into the trolley of that stuck-up couple who always bend the rules on the markdowns...

They have them on yellow sticker! Why?

 

[Reynard]

They have them on yellow sticker! Why?

They do pop up in the green bins occasionally. Usually alongside beer and baby food.

 

[Reynard]

Took a punt on a late 60s Favre Leuba watch on the 'bay. I'm glad I saw past the dodgy photos and the layers of dirt. Just cleaned it up, and it's a really lovely thing. Strap is scratty, so needs replacing. But as it's got the original F-L buckle, I'll have to transplant that to the new one.

Even better, it was an auction to raise money for a hospice.

 

[classic33]

Anyone still using screw on lenses?
M42 I think.

 

[Reynard]

Anyone still using screw on lenses?
M42 I think.

I've got some lenses and cameras here, but I don't currently use them. I also have an M42 to Eos adapter *somewhere*

 

[Reynard]

I has a thirsty. Time for a

 

[classic33]

No lethal spiders...

Maybe not lethal, however there's these native to Ireland.

https://a-z-animals.com/blog/most-terrifying-spiders-found-in-ireland/

 

[classic33]

I've got some lenses and cameras here, but I don't currently use them. I also have an M42 to Eos adapter *somewhere*

No good to you then.

 

[Reynard]

Maybe not lethal, however there's these native to Ireland.
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https://a-z-animals.com/blog/most-terrifying-spiders-found-in-ireland/

Plenty of No 9 around here LOL

Keeps the cat entertained.