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[โ€“] [email protected] 3 points 4 months ago

Step 1 of sorting out my camping supplies to sell did not go well. Pulled out the self-inflating mattress thinking it just needed a wipe down to remove dust and discovered it has a puncture. It's a big 4WD matress so wrestling it back down into a more compact roll again and hog-tying it to keep it to a resonable size pending disposal was quite a workout.

The rest of the stuff is in a shed outside and it is very hard to find motivation to deal with it when it is so cold out there. If anyone is in the market for a big canvas tent and assorted heavy weight camping supplies let me know - I would happily give them away rather than having to sort out for a Marketplace listing! Same probably goes for outdoor cupboards and the bunch of old tools (which for some reason includes a rediculous amount of hand saws). I have lost all enthusiasm...

I'm going to try to push myself to do a couple of hours a day, I really need to get this stuff sorted so I can move. At least for the bit in the shed I can turn a heater on to stand in front of I suppose. Hopefully if I list as a couple of bundles for a low price I'll be able to get rid of them quickly. Why did I ever think having extra space to "put things" was a good idea?

[โ€“] [email protected] 7 points 4 months ago (1 children)

Just gonna have a couple of quiet ones tonight. I'm charging the mic just in case an impromptu song wants to burst out of me.

[โ€“] [email protected] 4 points 4 months ago (4 children)

Maybe some drinkies might help you rest better.

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[โ€“] [email protected] 5 points 4 months ago

Shrieks indicate Boyo has found a spider in the yard. I shall need my cape and hammer.

[โ€“] [email protected] 8 points 4 months ago (2 children)
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[โ€“] [email protected] 3 points 4 months ago (1 children)

Rang up my mechanic place and they said they'd do the parking light on the opposite side for 20 so that's 50 all up excluding any extra time due to difficulties.

At this stage I'm hoping to sort it out in a week's time, hope I'm able to hold out till then.

[โ€“] [email protected] 3 points 4 months ago (3 children)

That sounds pretty reasonable. I paid just over $42 to buy 2 headlight globes at Supercheap (and that was only special) recently.

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[โ€“] [email protected] 4 points 4 months ago (1 children)

A mate of mine saw Albo at an RSL in Davenport last night. Anyone know why Tue prime minister is in Tasmania at the moment?

[โ€“] [email protected] 3 points 4 months ago (1 children)

Probs the only place in aus where he can have a low key dinner. I'm kidding, he will be there to announce more money for a stadium that no one wants.

[โ€“] [email protected] 5 points 4 months ago (2 children)

Does Tassie have a football team? What's the point of the stadium if it's not even anyone's home arena lol. I'm being partially facetious, I can see how building the stadium would invite more events to be held down there. But also, it's money that could be used for any number of other things that would benefit society more tangibly.

[โ€“] [email protected] 3 points 4 months ago

It was a bit of a convoluted mess but an AFL team will be introduced there on the condition of a stadium being built there.

[โ€“] [email protected] 5 points 4 months ago (2 children)
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[โ€“] [email protected] 5 points 4 months ago (2 children)

After my partner went to work, I went for a walk and got a coffee from Mokum. It's a Dutch place, breakfast, lunch, and dinner. I always giggle at the name and say "mo' cum" heheh.

Anyway, they give you a small ginger biscuit with your coffee, and taking a bite then taking a sip is just the most delectable experience. Such a lovely place!

If you're ever on Sydney Rd, drop into Mokum. Just a great cafe!

[โ€“] [email protected] 5 points 4 months ago (1 children)

I love those places that give you a biscuit with your coffee. They always get a boost in my coffee selection mental algorithm

[โ€“] [email protected] 3 points 4 months ago

It's the only one I've found around here (Brunswick) that does it, surprisingly. And it means they have been elevated to the prestigious position of First Choice Cafe in my mind lol

I've had lunch there too, and can vouch their food is exceptional.

[โ€“] [email protected] 5 points 4 months ago* (last edited 4 months ago) (1 children)

Do they have Pannenkoeken?

Edit. They do! Holy shit!...and Boerenomelet.... No way...

[โ€“] [email protected] 5 points 4 months ago* (last edited 4 months ago) (1 children)

They do have pannenkoekje, one savoury and one sweet.

https://mokumcafeandbar.godaddysites.com/#62eca5e6-c53b-445d-9e0e-79e9fa2bcd4f

Edit: just saw your edit hahaha! It's such a great place!!

[โ€“] [email protected] 3 points 4 months ago

that fancy Amsterdamme food ...lol

I grew up eating a few of those dishes , pea soup with rookwurst ( flavoured at table with maggi to taste ) , hashay , pancakes, omelettes

[โ€“] [email protected] 8 points 4 months ago (3 children)

Coughing and sneezing up so much snot still. Its been a week and a half, surely its gotta end soon!

[โ€“] [email protected] 6 points 4 months ago (2 children)

I had to dislodge some unsavouries from my nose holes this morning. Thankfully I'm on the mend because I'm going stir crazy being inside. Hope it's not too much longer for you.

[โ€“] [email protected] 4 points 4 months ago (1 children)

Honestly, I could deal with the nose. Its the coughing shit up that I'm thoroughly over!

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[โ€“] [email protected] 5 points 4 months ago

yep! If you reckon it sounds revolting just imagine being the one to have to do it. and each time you've gotta make the judgement call to either get up and spit it out, or do the... other option.

[โ€“] [email protected] 3 points 4 months ago (1 children)

unsavouries

We went over this yesterday; they're a salty snack. Hence, they are in fact savoury.

[โ€“] [email protected] 3 points 4 months ago (1 children)

These ones weren't salty. Like a magicians hanky, multicoloured and never ending but moist.

[โ€“] [email protected] 3 points 4 months ago

Ah yep, those are good for remaining hydrated

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[โ€“] [email protected] 10 points 4 months ago (2 children)

Got up at 6 am fully refreshed. Logged into work stupid early and finished all my stuff by about 9 am.

Still logged in but playing video games on my PC.

I think this is a good Friday

[โ€“] [email protected] 4 points 4 months ago (1 children)
[โ€“] [email protected] 3 points 4 months ago

I tried Elden Ring when it came out and could not get into it at all. Gameplay was fine, but the lack of a story (a cohesive one that was explicit) ruined it for me.

I'm playing Dragon Age Inquisition. It was free on Epic games a while back and it's pretty fun.

[โ€“] [email protected] 5 points 4 months ago (2 children)

What are you playing?

I've been playing the demo on steam of Tactical Breach Wizards. A turn based strategy game from the guy who did Heat Signature, where you play a few magical wizards uncovering a conspiracy, with assault wands. It's to be released in August. I am actually a little hyped lol

[โ€“] [email protected] 4 points 4 months ago (1 children)
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[โ€“] [email protected] 3 points 4 months ago (1 children)

Dragon Age Inquisition actually. Got it for free, and it's a nice time killer.

[โ€“] [email protected] 3 points 4 months ago

Fuck I love that game. Played DA: Origins on the 360, and while 2 is meh, Inquisition is my favourite.

Shouldn't have romanced Solas. The Bull is where it's at tbh. He's got the horns to grab onto haha.

The world building is sick, characters are well written, and gameplay is impactful. Love it, glad you're enjoying it! It gets hate online, but I think it's great haha

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