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Old Style Daily Saturday 27 January 2024
Morning. The butteries I bought yesterday afternoon were yummy, not exactly the same taste as the originals but still delicious, just no lard. I also got a cinnamon bun, the cafe makes large ones so it does two portions. Buns / cakes made with yeast are a real favourite of mine. I'm off shortly down to Glasgow for an…
Old Style Daily Friday 26 January 2024
Well, that was a noisy night again. I need coffee first.
Haggis
With "Burns Night" looming no doubt some MSErs will be taking advanatage of haggis offers and YS bargains, have you considered that the "beastie" is far more versatile than using just for "Haggis, Neeps and Tatties" (though nowt wrong with those :) ). Other ways to serve:- Haggis with whisky and cream - Cook haggis as per…
Old Style Daily Thursday 25 January 2024
Morning. Lovely to have a storm-free night.
Old Style Daily Wednesday 24 January 2024
Wind still howling outside.
Apple Peeler/Corer
Has anyone used one of these? Does anyone have any experience of whether the cheaper ones are adequate or whether I should be looking at a more expensive one? ETA, fancying one with a proper screw on clamp rather than a suction one. https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/283013444173
Old Style Daily 23 January 2024
This morning feels like the eye of the storm.
Old Style Daily Monday 22 January 2024
Power went off at 9.30pm last night and not back on yet. Engineers not allowed out as it’s too dangerous. Am on my phone. Woodburner on to boil water and cook. Luckily it’s fairly mild. I hope that others are OK.
Weekly FLYLADY Thread 15 January 2024
What is FLYLADY? Well, it's our version of the US flylady idea - but we work on the principle that housework is not fun, it's boring, can be time-consuming, is often thankless but, unfortunately, necessary. It's here on Old Style to provide the support we all need and to make the whole task easier and quicker. We also…
Old Style Daily Sunday 21 January 2024
It's been a wild night. And more to come.
Old Style Daily Saturday 20 January 2024
It's goodbye to the perishing cold dry days and hello to milder wet ones. It's been pouring down most of the night and still going. I'm still in bed. 😀
Fitted electric oven recommendations?
We've just had our Neff oven virtually give up the ghost between one day and the next after only six years moderate use - so, safe to say we won't be getting that brand again, or any other premium brand, for that matter... Could anyone recommend a moderate price oven they bought and have been using for a reasonable time,…
O/S Daily Friday 19 January 2024
Morning Hugs to those that want/need them, those who are poorly and those who are looking after a poorly person x Happy birthday to those with a birthday x Still dark, it's a cold frosty start. Dinner last night was HM chicken and mushroom pie, mash, veg and gravy. Tonight I'm not sure what we'll be eating. Keep safe and…
O/S Daily Thursday 18 January 2024
Morning Hugs to those that want/need them, those who are poorly and those who are looking after a poorly person x Happy birthday to those with a birthday x Still dark, it's a cold frosty start. Dinner last night was fish. Tonight I'm not sure. Keep safe and well x nmlc x
If you could invent something to solve a household issue what would it be?
Maybe someone already has a fix for it! Mine would be for someone to invent something to REALLY clean an iron plate after something got burnt, I have tried so many things and nothing helps.
O/S Daily Wednesday 17 January 2024
Morning Hugs to those that want/need them, those who are poorly and those who are looking after a poorly person x Happy birthday to those with a birthday x Still dark, it's a cold start not sure about a frost though. Dinner last night was sausages, mash, yorkshires, veg and gravy. Short day at work today. Appointment was…
O/S Daily Tuesday 16 January 2024
Morning Hugs to those that want/need them, those who are poorly and those who are looking after a poorly person x Happy birthday to those with a birthday x Still dark, it's a cold start not sure about a frost though. Dinner last night was roast pork, mash, veg and yorkshires and gravy. Tonight will be sausages and mash,…
Clean Eating in 2024, trying old recipes and hunting down special offers.
Two books bought this week have inspired me. The first was the book by Iceland boss Richard Walker OBE, son of Iceland founder Sir Malcolm. Richard Walker is really into environmental stuff and Iceland is at the forefront of green thinking at UK supermarkets. The second book is all about gut health and was written by Dr…
O/S Daily Monday 15 January 2024
Morning Hugs to those that want/need them, those who are poorly and those who are looking after a poorly person x Happy birthday to those with a birthday x Still dark, it's a frosty start. Lunch yesterday was a treat a meal out food was ok but expensive for what it was. Back to work today. We did get some jobs done also.…
rust in washing machine drawer
I seem to be getting flakes of rust in the washing machine dispenser drawer. I did give it a wipe out. The machine is 7 and half years old. So guessing its a new machine?

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Martin Lewis: 'WASPI' women affected by State Pension age rise should beware 'steep rise' in scams
If you're a woman born in the 1950s, be on high alert for scams offering compensation for those affected by changes to their State Pension age. MoneySavingExpert.com (MSE) founder Martin Lewis has warned so-called 'WASPI' women to be extremely careful, as there's been a reported "steep rise" in the number of scams targeting this group – with some even using Martin's name.
Small pension pots to be automatically combined in future under Government plans – here's what it could mean for you
If you have a number of small pension pots you've built up over years of changing jobs, they may be automatically combined in future under new Government plans. This could make it easier to stay on top of your pension savings and reduce costs – but it's still very early days, and we don't yet know exactly how the scheme will work in practice.
Martin Lewis: Aged 20 to 25? Trick to get a FREE four-year railcard worth £100 from Santander
If you're aged 20 to 25, there's a trick right now that can get you a free four-year railcard worth £100 via the bank Santander. MoneySavingExpert.com founder Martin Lewis takes you through it.
Went to an employment tribunal between 2013 and 2017? Can you reclaim £100s?
Tens of thousands who overpaid employment tribunal fees are now due a share of £13 million, which could be worth £100s. But refunds aren't automatic, so you need to act to get your money back. Here's what you need to know.
Applied for South West Trains 'boundary fares' compensation? Act now to claim it
If you applied for compensation from South West Trains before the deadline in January 2025, you now need to provide your bank details to the claim administrator so it can be paid to you. Here's what you need to know.
Applied for South West Trains 'boundary fares' compensation? Act now to claim it
If you applied for compensation from South West Trains before the deadline in January 2025, you now need to provide your bank details to the claim administrator so it can be paid to you. Here's what you need to know.
Autumn Budget 2024: what it means for you – including minimum wage rises, changes to benefits and more
The Chancellor Rachel Reeves has today announced a host of changes to benefits, transport and more in her Autumn Budget. Here's what's happened and what it means for your pocket.
Autumn Budget 2024: what it means for you – including minimum wage rises, changes to benefits and more
The Chancellor Rachel Reeves has today announced a host of changes to benefits, transport and more in her Autumn Budget. Here's what's happened and what it means for your pocket.

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