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  • nannygladys
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    Sun_Addict - The pup came in with one on his fur the other week and that was bad enough, I would hate to see one wandering around the house  :)
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    borefest - I certainly will, there's going to quite a few coming and some people I haven't seen for quite some time  :)
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    Cherryfudge - I keep telling any pensioners I know to apply if they don't already receive it, but most have received letters saying they won't be receiving it. I was just worried it would be only the guaranteed pension credit receivers who would receive it.
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    I don’t know whether it’s the same where you are but it’s been proper November weather here. Very misty and gloomy. Thank goodness for fairy lights to cheer things up. 
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  • nannygladys
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    Sun_Addict - Whilst I  walking the dog earlier on I saw my first lit Xmas tree in some ones house, it looked lovely and I really enjoy seeing them but I do think its a tad early yet, not even all the shops have decorations up yet!!!
    My fairy lights (solar) still come on outside, I'll have to put them away or they won't work next year.


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  • I really look forward to seeing the Christmas trees and all the fairy lights coming on. You have some nice treats made and planned. The meringue topping sounds great to use up the egg whites; I put them in the freezer and then don’t always end up using them. I have enjoyed the recipes that I have tried from Nancy B. Microwave shortbread would be a good idea for me as my oven runs too hot for it. Is that on her website, or instagram? I might ask for her recipe book for Christmas!
  • Love Nancy B's recipes & tips. Not tried the MV curd though, might give it a go. 
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  • Moorviews - The lemon curd and shortbread are both in her 'The Green Budget Guide' She does put many recipes on her inst account. She also has a new book out 'Sizzle and Drizzle' that I think has more baking in it, but can't be sure. I'm hoping to get it for Xmas :)
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