Toots 9,282 Posted October 28, 2020 I've just finished reading Troubled Blood by Robert Galbraith (latest in the Strike series) ............... nearly 1,000 pages long. The imagination of the writer is fantastic. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Quoll 5,244 Posted October 28, 2020 1 minute ago, Toots said: I've just finished reading Troubled Blood by Robert Galbraith (latest in the Strike series) ............... nearly 1,000 pages long. The imagination of the writer is fantastic. It is excellent isn’t it?! 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Toots 9,282 Posted October 28, 2020 Just now, Quoll said: It is excellent isn’t it?! My head was spinning with all the astrological signs and meanings. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ramot 5,049 Posted October 28, 2020 7 minutes ago, Toots said: My head was spinning with all the astrological signs and meanings. Don’t say too much I haven’t started it yet, thanks 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Quoll 5,244 Posted October 29, 2020 3 hours ago, Toots said: My head was spinning with all the astrological signs and meanings. LOL I did a bit of Googling to see if I really was a Taurus!!! 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
HappyHeart 12,137 Posted October 29, 2020 Sitting in my back yard, glass of NZ Sauv Blanc ..... must be about 25d still at 7pm. Done the watering. Week end starts here. Put away the heaters and heated blankets and bought out the fans. Weather sure does change quickly when Perth decides Spring is truly here. 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
starlight7 4,165 Posted October 29, 2020 Getting used to relative freedom after being locked down since March. Good to see people round the shops in cafes etc looking happy for once. 4 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
simmo 20,476 Posted October 29, 2020 36 minutes ago, HappyHeart said: Sitting in my back yard, glass of NZ Sauv Blanc ..... must be about 25d still at 7pm. Done the watering. Week end starts here. Put away the heaters and heated blankets and bought out the fans. Weather sure does change quickly when Perth decides Spring is truly here. "Back yard" You are dead to me! 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
HappyHeart 12,137 Posted October 29, 2020 12 minutes ago, simmo said: "Back yard" You are dead to me! What can I say?! 1 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Rossmoyne 3,191 Posted October 29, 2020 2 hours ago, HappyHeart said: Sitting in my back yard, glass of NZ Sauv Blanc ..... must be about 25d still at 7pm. Done the watering. Week end starts here. Put away the heaters and heated blankets and bought out the fans. Weather sure does change quickly when Perth decides Spring is truly here. No slow move into summer here is there!!! 1 ......Just trying to be helpful so don't shoot me down if my personal views do not coincide with yours! :animal-dog: Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Bulya 1,952 Posted October 29, 2020 We had Spring then La Niña hit. At least the dams are nearly full 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Toots 9,282 Posted October 31, 2020 We went on a drive out to the Meander Valley yesterday. Took the chance to buy some of their products. Lots of dairy farms. 4 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
HappyHeart 12,137 Posted October 31, 2020 Just did our first 'containers for change' Went to the drive thru at Good Sammy's. Surprisingly quick and easy and $18.70 deposited into my bank account! Given it to my son as 'his job' and he gets to keep the first $20. Paid for his new PC monitor he picked up in Good Sammy's. Win win. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
starlight7 4,165 Posted October 31, 2020 Today we saw an echidna wandering at the side of the road a couple of kms from here. Haven't seen one round here in years. It was a funny one with a few light coloured quills across its back but it was walking quickly and looked quite healthy. Birthday pressie for husband or a halloween beastie?? 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Parley 5,279 Posted November 2, 2020 Anyone having a bet on the Melbourne Cup ? I want it all, and I want it now. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
calNgary 8,549 Posted November 2, 2020 3 hours ago, Parley said: Anyone having a bet on the Melbourne Cup ? Not me. I will be donating a few dollars to these guys instead. They are local to me and rescue horses including unwanted race horses. https://save-a-horse-australia.giveeasy.org/save-a-horse-giving-day-2020?fbclid=IwAR0f59AilMX9jqRRFkwMbuuWgH-T7LezfAery9yVuWa_4Su57ETRTO-H9NY Cal x 2 3 If you don't go after what you want, you'll never have it. If you don't ask, the answer is always no. If you don't step forward, you're always in the same place... If you get a chance,take it, If it changes your life,let it. Nobody said it would be easy they just said it would be worth it... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
simmo 20,476 Posted November 2, 2020 3 hours ago, calNgary said: Not me. I will be donating a few dollars to these guys instead. They are local to me and rescue horses including unwanted race horses. https://save-a-horse-australia.giveeasy.org/save-a-horse-giving-day-2020?fbclid=IwAR0f59AilMX9jqRRFkwMbuuWgH-T7LezfAery9yVuWa_4Su57ETRTO-H9NY Cal x As always the voice of reason on this forum . 1 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Quokka2005 3,031 Posted November 2, 2020 Totally random thought but I remember years ago @Parley said he thought I’m dyslexic. Turns out I most likely am! My college screened me and The result was moderate level. They won’t give me a proper diagnosis until I go onto HNC level next year, needs to be an education psychologist I think. Bit annoying 3 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ali 16,180 Posted November 7, 2020 IKNOWC but .... My daughter whose only been teaching two and a half years (and has worked really hard), is going to teach ATAR History next year. She's absolutely thrilled, it's a wonderful experience seeing your children tick off their goals .. this was one she didn't anticipate getting quite so soon. 6 2 I just want PIO to be a happy place where people are nice to each other and unicorns poop rainbows Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
simmo 20,476 Posted November 9, 2020 The kids just got back from school and told me that a kid in my youngest's year jumped off of a 3rd floor balcony in a suspected suicide attempt. I'm selfishly concerned about my son as he saw the incident but what an absolute tragedy when a 15 year old boy is in such a bad place that he would consider taking his own life. My other son tells me that another member of this family tried the same last year... so sad for these kids. Puts things into perspective. 8 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
FirstWorldProblems 635 Posted November 9, 2020 how awful - I am at a loss for words. I hope there is the right help available and that something can be done to help with whatever challenges these kids are going through 1 British | Lived in Australia 2001-02 on 457 | Married Aussie wife & moved back to UK | Plan to return to Sydney 2026 when all kids have finished school Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
newjez 9,809 Posted November 9, 2020 1 hour ago, simmo said: The kids just got back from school and told me that a kid in my youngest's year jumped off of a 3rd floor balcony in a suspected suicide attempt. I'm selfishly concerned about my son as he saw the incident but what an absolute tragedy when a 15 year old boy is in such a bad place that he would consider taking his own life. My other son tells me that another member of this family tried the same last year... so sad for these kids. Puts things into perspective. A few years ago my wife saw someone jump off a bridge on the M25 a few cars in front of her. She's still not comfortable driving on motorways because of it. Nearly there! Don't drop the ball now guys! Vaccines are weeks away. Stay safe! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Toots 9,282 Posted November 10, 2020 8 hours ago, simmo said: The kids just got back from school and told me that a kid in my youngest's year jumped off of a 3rd floor balcony in a suspected suicide attempt. I'm selfishly concerned about my son as he saw the incident but what an absolute tragedy when a 15 year old boy is in such a bad place that he would consider taking his own life. My other son tells me that another member of this family tried the same last year... so sad for these kids. Puts things into perspective. That's just awful Simmo. Hope your lad is coping. What a terrible thing to happen in front of your eyes. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ramot 5,049 Posted November 10, 2020 8 hours ago, simmo said: The kids just got back from school and told me that a kid in my youngest's year jumped off of a 3rd floor balcony in a suspected suicide attempt. I'm selfishly concerned about my son as he saw the incident but what an absolute tragedy when a 15 year old boy is in such a bad place that he would consider taking his own life. My other son tells me that another member of this family tried the same last year... so sad for these kids. Puts things into perspective. That’s so sad Simmo, the poor boys family. I hope your son is coping and gets help if he needs it. xM 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
HappyHeart 12,137 Posted November 10, 2020 17 hours ago, simmo said: The kids just got back from school and told me that a kid in my youngest's year jumped off of a 3rd floor balcony in a suspected suicide attempt. I'm selfishly concerned about my son as he saw the incident but what an absolute tragedy when a 15 year old boy is in such a bad place that he would consider taking his own life. My other son tells me that another member of this family tried the same last year... so sad for these kids. Puts things into perspective. Too common here and there unfortunately. Not sure what the cause or answer is.... Good opportunity to have a chat about MH and expressing your feelings with your boys? You probably already do that... It's good to talk. Sometimes they don't want a bar of it but knowing you're there and will just listen is so important. Hope the young man gets the help and support he needs. Just tragic. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
