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O/S Daily Friday 28 July 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 Dry at present but rain forecast later, cloudy and overcast too. Dinner last night was use up bits from the fridge, shopping day today. Chores to do. Day off and back…
O/S Daily Thursday 27 July 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 Wet and raining, lots of laying water and murky start to the day, rained heavily at times during the night . Rain showers forecast for the day. Dinner last night was HM…
O/S Daily Wednesday 26 July 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 Damp and murky start to the day, yesterday was the same but then dried up and the sun shone and was a pleasant day. Hoping today will be the same. I have a basket of…
Selling text books
Where is a good uk company to sell text books?
O/S Daily Tuesday 25 July 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 Damp and murky start to the day, yesterday was the same but then dried up and the sun shone and was a pleasant day. Hoping today will be the same. I have a basket of…
O/S Daily Monday 24 July 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 Damp and murky start to the day. Lunch yesterday was roast chicken, not LO's - except yorkshires, they will be served tonight with sausages, mash, veg and gravy. Back…
Weekly Flylady Thread 17th July 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…
Microwave v air fryer
I spent some time thinking about buying an air fryer before deciding that the reduction in energy costs wouldn’t justify the capital cost, especially as my cooker has two small ovens rather then one big one. I use the oven maybe once a week, though this week is unusual and I’ll be baking on three days. When I do use an…
Old Style Daily Sunday 23rd July
Morning everyone 😊 I was rudely awoken at 5.30am by magpies squabbling on my bedroom window sill, but they've gone as it is raining heavily again. I spent yesterday watching the women's football (England were just good enough) and pottering before my DB, DSiL & DN came over. They'd brought a Gusto meal to cook, a sausage &…
Old Style Daily Saturday 22 July 2023
Good morning everyone. Coffee time.
Storing tomato sauce in jars...
I have discovered 3 bags of last year's tomatoes in my freezer, and am wondering whether to make a batch of tomato sauce to use them. However, I don't want to put that sauce back into the freezer as I'm trying to empty it. Can I store the sauce in hot, sterilised jars, as if it were jam? And if so, how long will it keep?
O/S Daily Friday 21 July 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 Dry underfoot but cloudy - should stay mostly dry - will put wash load onto the line. before going to do the food shopping first thing. Dinner tonight I'm not sure -…
Old Style Daily Friday 21st July 2023
Good morning, it's looking a bit threatening outside, rain is on the way. I must apologise, last Saturday I started a thread saying I was coming back, and didn't! We were going away and I got caught up in last minute stuff and forgot about it. We've had a nice few days on the N Yorks coast, the weather was lovely in the…
breadmaker recommendations
My trusty breadmaker has finally given up the ghost (it is about 24 years old so has done me well). I'm looking for another, but I only have a small kitchen so it can't be too big. My current on is a Morphy Richards and makes 450g and 680g loaves and has a quick setting which is quite useful when I forget to put it on! Any…
O/S Daily Thursday 20 July 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 Damp underfoot, sunshine and showers forecast. Dinner last night was all day breakfast - used up lots of bits from the fridge. Similar meal tonight. Work ok, short day…
O/S Daily Wednesday 19 July 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 Damp underfoot, rain forecast. Dinner was chicken in sauce with mushrooms and veg rice. Work ok. Half day today. Keep safe and well x nmlc x
O/S Daily Tuesday 18 July 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 Dry underfoot, warm again, Wash load in WM will peg out once finished. Dinner last night was LO pork roast, tonight will be chicken. Work ok. Keep safe and well x nmlc…
OS Daily 17th July 2023
Morning all Up very early 😳 our taxi comes in 45 mins, I managed about 2 hours sleep so at least I had something I’m just having a cuppa and will then get dressed. We will arrive at our island at 5 tomorrow evening so will be shattered by then but will have a bite to eat and an early night and be up and raring to go…
Weekly Flylady Thread 10th July 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…
OS Daily Sunday 16th July
Morning all its quiet on here this morning hopefully you are all having a good lay in 😃 I tried to get up a bit earlier this morning as I have to be awake at 1 in the morning 😳 ready for our taxi at 2, will try and have a bit of a nap early evening. The event at the village green was cancelled last night it was so windy 🌬…

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Buy now, pay later protection one step closer – but Martin Lewis urges caution as rules not yet in force
New rules to protect over 10 million shoppers who use buy now, pay later (BNPL) services are on the way to becoming law. However, MoneySavingExpert.com (MSE) founder Martin Lewis, who has long-campaigned for BNPL regulation, is urging people to remain wary until the law changes take force.
Tesco shopper? You've less than two weeks to use £15 million worth of Clubcard vouchers – or extend them with our trick
If you've got a Tesco Clubcard, check if you have any vouchers close to expiring, as nearly £15 million-worth are due to run out on Saturday 31 May. Don't want to spend your vouchers yet? We've got a trick to extend their validity.
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?

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