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O/S Daily Monday 23 October 2023
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, mostly dry day forecast, we'll see. Lunch yesterday was roast pork, some LO's. Back to work today - busy day. expected. Keep safe and well x nmlc x
Weekly Flylady Thread 23 October 2023
Welcome to the weekly Flylady Thread. 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…
Frozen chopped peaches
Over the summer I was gifted a box of ripe peaches. Ate a few but no way could I eat them all and being short of time I peeled them, stoned them, chopped them and froze them. I now have two very large bags of frozen peaches and would love some inspiration for using them up. Any suggestions please?
O/S Daily Sunday 22nd October 2023
Good morning, it's a cold one though. I'm late this morning, We had a late night last night after going to a birthday party. It was a great night, we thoroughly enjoyed it. No plans for today, hope everyone has a good day. Take care folks.
November 2023 Grocery Challenge
Welcome to the eleventh Grocery Challenge of 2023! ******** Please post your budget in BOLD and HEADING 2 ******** If your new month starts early feel free to join this thread, or if you're still working on your October Budget then keep on posting in the October Challenge. As always this challenge is to reduce your own…
O/S Daily Saturday 21st October 2023
Morning all, just starting off, back soon.
What’s happening with Olio?
I understand it’s making a loss and needs to do something to fund itself, and I’ve just found out that I have to watch 15 to 30 seconds worth of adverts before I can request an item, unless I pay a fiver a month to become a subscriber. Which probably means by the time I request something it will have gone and I tend not to…
O/S Daily Friday 20 October 2023
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, rain is forecast for the day. Dinner last night was gammon, egg, chips/salad. Chores to do today. Keep safe and well x nmlc x
O/S Daily Thursday 19 October 2023
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, rain is forecast for the day. Dinner last night was chicken in a creamy mushroom sauce, new potatoes and peas. Day off as I have an appointment in the…
O/S Daily Wednesday 18 October 2023
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, air feels cool rain forecast for today and the coming days. Dinner last night was sausages, LO mash, yorkshires, veg and gravy. Working at the other office…
O/S Daily Tuesday 17 October 2023
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, air feels cold, not sure whether we'll get rain or not, was forecast rain yesterday but didn't get any. We'll see. Dinner was fish, chips/beans or veg.…
Building up my freezer
I'm retired, live on my own, and with the exception of family and friends popping in I have no one to cook for bar myself, and then it's just a cup of tea and a bar or traybake. Recently I cleared out my tall freezer and is now almost empty, so how to fill it for a single man, that's the question. Batch cooking, but what?…
O/S Daily Monday 16 October 2023
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, rain is forecast for all day, air is much colder and a possible frost this morning. Dinner last night was roast chicken, stuffing, mash, roasties, carrots,…
Weekly Flylady Thread 16th October 2023
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…
Cheap/Free evening activities for a couple
Now the nights are drawing in. Me and my partner are looking for cheap/free activities for the evenings. We don't want to spend the winter just watching TV or in different rooms on our computers. But something that we can do together as a couple.
O/S Daily Sunday 15th October 2023
Morning, I'll be back soon
O/S Daily Saturday 14th October 2023
Morning all, just starting off, I'll be back soon.
War on Waste! Left Over Mayonnaise
I made some very tasty mayo type dressing last week. Used cold pressed rapeseed oil and olive oil. there is probably about 125ml/half an eggs worth. If I freeze it will separate no doubt. So what could I put it in if it does that? 'Disappear' it into something! Could I re emulsify with a new egg? I wouldn't have long to…
OS Daily Friday October 13th
did no one want to start one in case or am I just not seeing one? Morning! Dull and grey as ditch water today...No plans thank god, I'm a bit over things I have to do or places I have to go to this week. Today I'm thinking about potentially doing a big fat zero, or some cocheting or some decluttering, probably bed stuff…
O/S Daily Thursday 12 October 2023
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, rain is forecast for all day. Dinner last night was use up of, ham, boiled eggs, salad, hot new potatoes, coleslaw, pork pie (menfolk). Tonight I'm not sure…

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Martin Lewis: Just got a win on hopefully changing hideous council tax debt collection that hurts millions
"Catastrophic" Council Tax debt collection practices – that can see bailiffs at your door within six weeks demanding payment for the whole year despite missing just one month – are to be investigated by the Government. It's a win for MoneySavingExpert.com founder Martin Lewis and his charity the Money and Mental Health Policy Institute (MMHPI) who've campaigned against this rapid escalation.
Martin Lewis: Mobile and broadband mid-contract inflation hikes are BANNED – but there are winners and losers
Inflation-linked broadband, mobile and TV price hikes have been banned. It means some will see bills rise by a specified amount in pounds and pence going forward. However, MoneySavingExpert.com founder Martin Lewis has warned that many WILL still see above-inflation rises in future despite the new rules.
'Catastrophic' Council Tax debt collection practices to be investigated by Government – Martin Lewis says move is 'brilliant news'
"Catastrophic" Council Tax debt collection practices – that can see bailiffs at your door within six weeks demanding payment for the whole year despite missing just one month – are to be investigated by the Government. It's a win for MoneySavingExpert.com founder Martin Lewis and his charity the Money and Mental Health Policy Institute (MMHPI) who've campaigned against this rapid escalation.
MoneySaver's 'unbelievable' £675 refund from Complete Savings – how to check if you can claim too
MoneySaver Ray secured a £675 refund from Complete Savings after reading our warning about the 'cashback with a catch' site's misleading 'click to claim' ads. And Ray's not the only one, as we've been swamped with similar successes.
Origin broadband customer? You'll soon be moved to Utility Warehouse – here's what you need to know
If you're an Origin broadband and home phone customer, you'll soon be automatically transferred to Utility Warehouse – but your service will continue as before and you should keep paying your bills as normal.
Bank of England cuts base rate to 4.25% – here's what it means for your mortgage and savings
The base rate has been cut to 4.25% from 4.5% by the Bank of England. This rate is used by the central bank to charge other banks and lenders when they borrow money, so the move can impact mortgage and savings rates.
Is now a good time to fix your mortgage or should you wait? Brokers answer as rates continue to fall ahead of expected Base Rate cut
Interest rates on fixed mortgage deals have continued to be cut ahead of this week's decision by the Bank of England on whether to change the Base Rate. But will fixed rates move much further – and should you fix now or wait?
Fixed-rate mortgages continue to fall ahead of expected Base Rate cut – so do brokers think now is a good time to fix?
Interest rates on fixed mortgage deals have continued to be cut ahead of this week's decision by the Bank of England on whether to change the Base Rate. But will fixed rates move much further?
Martin Lewis: How to call your bank by dialling just three numbers
How to call your bank by dialling just three numbers… simply dial 1-5-9. Then you know it's legit. Watch MoneySavingExpert.com founder Martin Lewis' video below, which explains it. And please share – the more people know, the fewer will be scammed.

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