Mundane News

[oldwheels]

For @Reynard and anyone else owned by a cat.

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We always used to have at least a couple of cats but not any more as I cannot guarantee to be around to look after them. A neighbour has a couple of fancy cats which I have come to detest as they are continually digging and crapping where I am trying to grow lettuce to eat.

 

[Reynard]

We always used to have at least a couple of cats but not any more as I cannot guarantee to be around to look after them. A neighbour has a couple of fancy cats which I have come to detest as they are continually digging and crapping where I am trying to grow lettuce to eat.

That'll be down to two things...

One, that patch is on the edge of their core territory. It's one way how cats mark the edges of "their" patch. And two, by digging the soil over, you are providing them with the perfect cat toilet.

Won't deny though, it's mighty frustrating when that happens.

 

[PeteXXX]

I don't eat them that often to be fair, but I always have a couple lurking in the cupboard for when I want a hot snack that requires very little effort on my part to prepare.

Some of the flavours are much nicer than others, even though they're not exactly Cordon Bleu food.

The korma one tasted like wet cardboard.

There used to be a Pot Pudding, blackcurrant & apple crumble, many years ago. They were really nice!

 

[Andy in Germany]

I wonder if Lexi is puzzled by you setting rat traps when she is clearly doing the job quite adequately without assistance?

You mean she's protesting at being replaced by automation?

Lexi the Luddite Cat

 

[Reynard]

There used to be a Pot Pudding, blackcurrant & apple crumble, many years ago. They were really nice!

I definitely don't remember those...

Do remember the soya pieces that *used* to be in Pot Noodles though. And I remember the Pot Rice things as well. That was mid-ish 80s, as I sometimes used to take one for lunch at school.

 

[Reynard]

Urgh, that was harder than it should have been. Why do we always do this to ourselves?

 

[Andy in Germany]

Back in Freiburg. Didn't get wet or delayed on the way either.

The train announcement system on the Freiburg train was on the blink. It managed to say "Rastatt" and "Offenburg" but at Baden-Baden got a bit confused and announced "We are now approaching Baden-Baden-Baden-Baden" to much giggling.

On the Karlsruhe train we had the regular, slightly lacklustre guards announcement followed by a more upbeat version from the driver:

"Ladies and gentlemen, a farewell from me as well. Hasn't this ride been a nice way to spend a sunny afternoon? This is our terminus so please remember to take everything with you and have a lovely day, thank you..."

 

[deptfordmarmoset]

Anyways, time to make an sandwich and a and settle back with Arsenal v Leeds.

The ladies beat West Ham 2-0, but missed out on the WSL title by a single point.

Eek, Leeds are perilously close to relegation! Be kind.

 

[deptfordmarmoset]

Meanwhile, I'm in Manchester enjoying a beer. This hardly passes as mundane but it's sunny here!

 

[mybike]

Cold, dull morning here, nearly lit the stove at lunchtime, Now it is clear sky, sunshine and very warm.

 

[mybike]

Could have been worse, they might have sent you to Luton.

He wasn't wafted in from paradise either.

 

[Reynard]

I have just sliced up two onions and put them on to fry.

It is almost time to feed the cats.

 

[Kempstonian]

Eek, Leeds are perilously close to relegation! Be kind.

Personal opinion: I think Burnley will go down and Leeds will be ok.
Personal (v.optimistic) prediction: Leeds will beat Chelsea next time out. Leeds are fighters and Chelsea are having some wobbles lately.
Personal hope: Arsenal will get third place!

 

[Kempstonian]

I have just sliced up two onions and put them on to fry.

It is almost time to feed the cats.

I have Katsu chicken tenders. Probably with rice & peas. I'm tempted to fry an onion too, now I read your post. I love fried onions!

 

[Reynard]

I have Katsu chicken tenders. Probably with rice & peas. I'm tempted to fry an onion too, now I read your post. I love fried onions!

Hot dogs here this evening. Just the thing to munch on while listening to the Grand Prix.