gosh Andrew 1, how could you use /convert such a beautiful piece of furniture as a bathroom cupboard, My brother is an antique restorer/french polisher, he works for several dealers and auctioneers to restore this type of furniture and would be crying if he saw and hear what you did to it, that would be worth a fortune, and don't worry I won't tell him LOL, I love antiques

An update to my earlier post! Recklessly (Or should that be "Wreck".....) I succumbed to DIY temptation again not long after writing it, after all what harm could another small bookcase do? Duly went online to find a matching one, only available in White now, that's OK, I have no colour bias, perfect harmony with the Black one..... Arrived on my doorstep this morning, great! Cold day, nothing like a bit of DIY on a cold winter's day to get the blood pumping, as long as I don't get any one the carpet. Lifted the box up...TRIED to lift the box up....it slowly dawned on me that this "Thing" was a whole heap bigger & heavier than the other one. Dragged it inside & propped it up against the dining table, where it remains. I'll get onto it tomorrow, maybe, after I've moved the furniture. It wont fit where I'd planned. My biggest dilemma though is they sent me one worth $50 not the one I paid $20 for, what should I do?!!!!

Cryptocurrency and regular currency will co-exist in the future. Cryptocurrency, and owning your own crypto-wallet means you become your own bank. This is both a good thing and a bad thing. While it is new technology, there are a lot of scammers looking to exploit those that are unfamiliar with it, and there are a lot of new 'cryptocurrencies' which can be used as "ponzi schemes"/Pump and Dumps"/"Rug pulls". I think this is a great video that actually helps explain the concepts of Cryptography/Cryptocurrency. (I hope im allowed to post this) https://youtu.be/bBC-nXj3Ng4 Moving forward, I believe things like crypto can be very good for the world, and can improve trust in things like Elections, contracts and other legal issues. But, it still has a long way to come before real world adoption.

Based on law in NZ you son had right of way, the other car was pulling out onto a carriageway and must give way or stop until way is clear. Drivers can exchange details of Name Address/contact phone number, Registration No and name of Insurance Co. If requested by other driver you must disclose this info and he must reciprocate as required under the Land Transport Act. I would also make a Police report to get it documented if police didnt attend accident esp if he refuses to supply required details. Here getting a ticket is not a requirement for Insurance Company

I went to school with a boy called Bake Bean because his mother had a craving when she was pregnant and they actually named him that and his brother was named Watties

To explore and discover new things,meet new people and make new friends, try new cuisines and indulge in new experiences and learn about other cultures...If we didn't travel life would be boring .I have been to Sydney,Brisbane,Gold Coast,Vanuatu and all around my own country here in NZ from the South Island to the top of the North Island and all going well,I will be heading to Rarotonga later next year for a 60th party.

Our windows are great. We updated from drapes to venetians in 05 and have had no trouble since, just a little antiviral work with a brush & hose once a year...beaut!....lol

i love the english from yorkshire and the north of england but you drive from village to village and the accents are differant love them i,m from cornwall so thats didfferant again

If we can get 100% support from all citizens in following government regulations, we can defeat this terrible virus. But it needs 100% NOT 99% or less. The ball is now in our court. The pathway to recovery is there and it is achievable. Stay strong and committed to following all government directives and we will surely win.

Its funny, when we all discuss Christmas...there are loads of people who get all worked and upset about it being all about Christ, and people have forgotten the true meaning etc.....Yet when we get to Easter ...another Pagan festival that the Christians stole from it's true owners...Everyone is talking about hot cross buns, chocolate eggs and bunnies...I guess the Christians couldn't come up with anything better.....

As a lonely teen in the UK back in the 50s and 60s I had penpals all over the world. We exchanged postcards, stamps, learnt a bit about languages and other cultures. How exciting it was to receive mail from France, Japan, USA, Italy, Norway, Jugoslavia, the Azores etc. I studied languages at School and Uni and hitchhiked around Europe meeting and mixing wonderful people including my future husband. Now Facebook has replaced letter writing and I love hearing from my many International friends every day.

Lessons and learning can go both ways. You teach them things and likewise they can teach you things. Your talking about bossing someone, there should be respect from both sides. Discipline is a different thing, it's like learning what's right and wrong. However gaining experience and learning is something you will always do.

A Lot of poor innocent women were wrongly burnt at the stake years ago by ignorant people, sometimes for just helping. I'm open minded.

Come on all you people saying you’ve never heard of Instagram and so many other things that have been discussed on here. Okay how have you found rewardia site then if you seem to know nothing about technology or the internet?

Yes, we were defrauded of $53,500 so it is hard enough buying the bare necessities let alone being extravagant, can't even afford to buy and post Christmas cards

I save up all my change at the end of the week and it goes into a special bank account for my little volunteer school in a very poor Balinese Village for children whose parents cannot afford the Government school fees. I began it as a kindergarten and it has been going now for 8 years, helped by my fundraising and donations from friends. Whenever I go over to take books, clothing, soccer boots etc., my accumulated bank deposits help pay the school bills. It is run by my Balinese friends who take no money themselves so the children can get a basic education. It is amazing how change does make such a difference to children who have nothing, not even a toy of their own. Covid has meant I cannot get over there since January and my tiny school has closed, waiting until I can get back with what I have saved.

What do you mean these days? I have witnessed this behaviour for decades BUT it does seem to get worse over time.

I use vinegar in the washing machine, just lift the cap on the agitator and fill it up at the beginning of the 1st cycle. Clothes come up smelling fresh and of whatever is on the off the shelf ones.

Totally agree healthcare should be free worldwide. It would actually cut the cost of medications, surgeries etc. People with no health cover are doomed from the start unless they're on a 5 figure salary

Th best present I can have is that they, The NZ Govt, CANCEL ALL IMMIGRATION to NZ till the global virus has gone away.

....there's always the "off" switch - better expenditure of your energy than using pliers on your pearly whites.

in risk areas yes, we couldn't get masks for a long time after lock down, if you where glasses they get fogged up

Sorry not for me as I think chicken wings are dog food but I have tried some and they were good, maybe chicken pieces Thanks for sharing :)

How did I know, this was one of your recipes before I even opened it Ron? My theory is that kaboom has given me psychic powers..

Hi Kamana I just love making home made bread. This is certainly a recipe I will be making tonight or tomorrow night. That smell when it is baking in the oven and then having a warm piece with butter. Yummy.....Thanks for sharing. Have a great day!

Thanks. Nice dipped into Tzaziki. (Why does someone feel the need to reply \u201cYuck\u201d, there is no excuse for bad manners)

I used to make ginger beer but if I left it too long under the bed then there would be Pop Pop Pop as the pressure blew the tops of the bottles off\u2026\u2026\u2026.lol

Sounds good Loops. I for one am sick of typing especially in a hurry ..perhaps like on most modern gaming platforms they could have the option of audio access as well . We already have private rooms ..why not a private vmail box .? . ..it would make Bongo quite exciting ..no?

When you have been with Rewardia for as long as I have, the wod games, especially Cookie Hangman, i feel is the way to go. I have been through them so many times previously so I just whip through them.

my tech savy grandson told me to put my curser on the link it shows and if it is different to the address it says the email is from then do not click it because it is most likely a scam

These days I get screened out alot. Either I start answering questions, then they say sorry you've been screened out. Or i actually get to the end of the survey and it says either (error) ( page not found) or screened out after im do e answering all the questions. That makes me angry because ive just wasted time in doing them. Sometimes I get 2pts as a compensation, but mostly not. That's why I hardly get points together. BS

Where do I begin? I actually bought some steak the other day. Then I needed butter ( Preference Western Star) . Cheese . Jersey milk. Coffee . Chocolate . Oh what the hell, let's add in the raspberries.

Thanks for sharing you recipe I am sure there will be people who would enjoy it. I am vegetarian so it's not for me.

If you don't vote, then you don't have a right to complain if the worst of the lot gets in. This is not an issue in Australia as voting is mandatory and if you don't vote, you get fined.

Oh dear, cannot decide whether to have it with fresh thick cream or hot custard ... maybe have to load it with ice cream instead .. what a dilemma ....

Rise up this morning, Smile with the rising sun, Three little birds pitch by my doorstep Singin\u2019 sweet songs Of melodies pure and true, Singin\u2019, \u2018This is my message to you.\u2019

Are you kidding ..it's \ud83d\udcaf % Male for me! I'd be the apple of my mother's eye ..live a happily hapless existence with the 'fairies' cleaning up after me . If I ended up with a great job I would be praised and paid higher than any female I worked with.. Dr's would listen to me if I had any pain issues . No periods ,no pap tests ... If I found myself as a widower or a single dad, I would probably find a partner who would love my kids and want to look after us all far easier than a single mum. I would pay less for underwear and haircuts and in general be able to strut around like a peacock ( as long as i am sweet by nature) without judgement and just be adored \ud83e\udd23

Appreciate the time you took to share your recipe; however, you lost me at 'spicy' as I cannot 'handle' spicy food or spicy seasonings - anymore!

I'd use creamed corn, and only enough oil to fry. I'd drink the merlot that was omitted from the recipe.

do you share a computer or phone?...anyone from your IP address appears to be the same person from their end...as Peter says below..

Some of these are carried out on behalf of Universities...who paid for them...they would be horrified if they knew they too are being ripped off by some cowboy survey company ...

Gardening affordable?!? The prices in the gardening shops are just as bad as everywhere else. \ud83d\ude41 The last affordable activity is probably simply walking, and even then shoes cost a fortune and don't seem to last as long as they used to.

Normally within minutes as noted by Annette, or contact Rewardia as noted by Black Lives Matter\u2026

The Daleks had a saying "EXTERMINATE - EXTERMINATE" - but I wouldn't go that far but castration (both parents and kids) might be a thing of the future for the so called "entitled". Its a good question for Trump to see what his opinion would be - yeah right - "Give em all guns" Legalise the "Hunger Games".

We have a lot of shows around us. Gore, Wyndham, Tapanui, Balclutha' All very popular. Good for people to get together and chat, good catch up time.

I love how they offer you a reward or offer to earn 100points if you do surveys that amount to over 1000 points and then make it as hard as hell to get any surveys at all, bit of a scam really, hope you read these discussions Rewardia!!

A dream job is one that you look forward to doing every day of your working life I was lucky to have the job I loved and was good at

My neighbor had a site that requested a driver's license and selfie. I was on the same site and never had that request. He sent the survey site an email indicating he was uncomfortable to do that and if there's another way he could confirm his identity, so they actually responded and indicated they would have to send him a check the first time, to be deposited into his bank when he receives it. He agreed and did receive the check and cashed it, and ever since he's had no issues with redeeming his points. I guess what I'm trying to say is email the survey site letting them know you're uncomfortable and see if another solution is offered. I'd hate to see you not be able to redeem your points.

little nova asked me today why did I take hair from my head and stick it on my chest, I said it happens to everyone when you get old,2 hours later i found him looking at his chest with a magnifying glass,what are you doing nova ,i am looking for my chest hair because i am older he just turned 4

I was born in UK. My parents chose a different religion to their familes, and most of both families turned against my parents. Because of that rift I grew up knowing who my grandparents, aunts, uncles and cousins were, but not having a very close bond with them. In 1971 my father announced that we were emigrating to Australia. Before we left UK we were told that there was a house ready for us, and jobs for my father and myself. We arrived in "the land of sunshine" in June on a very wet, cold, windy day, there was also no house or jobs, so we had to live in the Pennington Hostel and look for work. That was the only time I felt homesick. As our circumstances improved we were glad we had come. In 2006 I made my first trip back to UK for a 7 week holiday, but then I was happy to return home to Australia, for me 'home' is where my immediate family are.

Always been a PC person, never owned a Mac or any Apple products so couldn't really give input on that.

No supposably nothings private, We've just always got to hope that there's just so much out there, that they wont bother tuching our own, when they don't have the time.

War and we have more fighting as if we need it. Go Ukrainian \ud83c\uddf7\ud83c\uddfc Lest we forget and remember the ones still facing war today. So sad have we not learnt from our past and may redemption and rightfulness prevail.

I lost everything in a flood twice during my lifetime, luckily i was able to save my pictures, but I lost all my good old time recipes, I miss those the most.

No party here. Just want to forget this year happened. I seriously don't think I would've gotten through this year without the amazing people I met here, particularly on bingo. I can't think of a song for the year, so just want to say thank you for being there.

Wrong - NZ by the July 24th 2021 amended legislation is a max of 10 sick days a year and one can accumulate upto a max of 20 sick days leave per annum.

as I understand it it was not intended he was going to run. it was a publicity stunt from what I understood.

Knowing me, it would be something sentimental and totally useless to me! If I was being practical, I would keep my laptop or a telephone. Does this mean we are naked? If so, I'd keep my Eeyore Jammies! LOL

Better to regift, swap, or sell. No need to have useless things around. There is plenty of things that I actually need. Always appreciate that someone has been kind enough to think of me though.

If you're hungry who cares how you shovel it in Mind you I still want to know what cutlery is what in case I ever go to a posh restaurant like in the movie Pretty Woman

We have a Rottweiler/Labrador mix that is 16 yrs. old. He is very protective of the children. He has PTSD from being present when his former master was murdered. He can't stand fireworks or gunshots. I also have my cat, Sookie who is about 15 yrs. old. She was a rescue left locked in an apartment with no food or water. My Son has his black Calico, Covid Kitty who is about 2 years old. She likes to quarantine in her room, thus the name. My Grandson also has a black Calico kitten about 6 months old named Ruby, AKA, "The Scamp". She likes to sit in my inside potted plants. She was born outside to a wild Mother cat. We also have Red Slider Turtles. Cheech and Chong, Snoop and Selena. We are building a habitat on the side of our house for them. We have them because we love them and they are all family members.

Yes, a fan, Taylor new exactly what he was doing taking a cocktail of drugs, a step too far this time and lost, another great talent gone way too early, very sad indeed!

Yes! There is a lot out there that isn’t suitable for different ages and they have difficulty distinguishing fact from fiction

I have been cutting/shaping my own hair now for years, mainly because it save me money .. there's a pile of hair money somewhere which I've yet to find!!!

There are many reasons for beautiful scenery of roses ??but it depends if you want or deserve it ????

I heard that in Asia, if a bird poos on your head it is lucky.. So I figured that if birds were lucky then having a bear poo on your head would be super lucky. Next time the koala came around I went and stood under the tree watching him, but I think he must have been constipated, so I gave up in the end and decided to continue being my old unlucky self for a bit longer..

Just so happy to live in a state thas has closed borders even if Vics are still trying to get in illegally. Why can't they stay in their own state ?? Those 3 women should be charged regardless and if their actions kill someone then they should be charged with manslaughter.

You don't know just how good it is to be alive until you narrowly avoid being dead...the rush you get is the best ....no contest

Hallelujah..k.d. Lang or Pentatonix, and also Cover Me In Sunshine..Pink and her daughter Willow Sage.. I also love The Prayer..which has, as you say Elizabeth, been sung by so many different people.

PLEASE parents think about your child's future with the name you dump on it. As a teacher it was heartbreaking to see children ridiculed or embarrassed because they had been given 'cute' (at the time) or the names of once popular rock stars or celebrities or 'momentarily' popular names, often misspelt by the parents. Little "Princess", "Rowdy", "Hurricane" or "Feather" suffered and probably still do. Siobhann's mother was not Irish so she spelt it Shivawn and the poor girl had to spell it that way whenever she gave her name instead of the proud Irish way. Then came the popularity for nicknames being the real name so Archibald became Archie, John became Jack and Henry became Harry and even James became just Jimmy and Katherine became plain Kate. Give them the full, proper name so they can have a choice if they just want to be called a nickname rather than stuck with it all their life. Also please consider the name when attached to your surname. I spent a long time talking to classes that it was hurtful to burst out laughing every time poor Poppy Plant and Holly Busch were called. And honestly do people think I have never heard the joke, "What do you call a woman with one leg?"

I worked as a school cleaner. One staff room has a sign over the sink.” This is a self cleaning area,you mess it you clean it”.

We are all totally sick of discussion pages about covid...we are also totally sick about hearing about and dealing with covid...these things are at least contributing to our poor health and inability to cope...and you personally Edward should find something else to talk about...it was tiresome a couple of weeks ago and now it is far worse...we need to embrace the present, concentrate on the positives and look forward to a better future...your above comments are pure poison...sorry mate...but think about what you are saying ...people are killing themselves...and they don't need any help into descending into depression....

Labour of love is not a chore. It's like cooking and doing other things for your family or extended family and is acknowledge and thanked in a Birthday or Special Occasion cards. But neither is it forgotten as the children grow to an understanding age they are taught to return the kindness by being helpful to these caring people in as they get older .. mow their lawn and other such things.

I tend to think that the atmosphere and staff culture of a store is set by senior management, although staff who are overworked and underpaid will react to that also.

I like to have cats and I always get females. They interact differently to the males and I find it easier to communicate with them….just waiting for my new Ragdolls to be born…lol

Both my and my husband's credit card were hacked and instead of doing nothing but cancel the card and have a new one sent out and my money reimbursed by the credit card company. I went on a mission to find out who it was. To cut a long story short, I contacted the merchants and found out the name, address, phone number and e-mail addresses of the two perpetrators and handed it over to police (needless to say I also stopped the goods from being sent out). I then also contacted the local newspaper (The Mercury) and they printed an article on how I was able to track down the hackers, I also wanted to share valuable tips on how people can avoid this from happening to them from the info I got from police. The article was in yesterday's Mercury and took up almost a full page. I also noticed that The Telegraph had the article in digital version too. I urge others to make the effort to do the same, because if no one does anything, these people will know they can do it again and again and always get away with it!

Marrying someone you love and have a connection with, the person you choose and they choose you to spend the rest of your lives together is better. Would not like to be with someone i didnt love.

I'm pleased to have never been put into this situation and never will. It is hard when your pet passes away so I think sharing would be as difficult as well. I think maybe for the pet let it decide.

Us oldies haven't a clue what that's all about most of us are still trying to work out how to use a mobile. I prefer to pay cash ar paypal

I find if I drink about 20 beers and then follow it up with Honey Bourbon, a few cocktails and a shot or two of Sambuca it tends to make me turn green.

He sounds very selfish .I would be looking for a new boyfriend. Part of the Christmas spirit is to give what you can afford & give it with love.A surprise is good fun. Of course he's asked nicely & you are a wake up to the "act" bye the way has he said what he is buying you for a gift . I'd be looking for a more sincere man & give him his marching orders

I don't probably couldn't as people down the Road have dogs that bark nearly all day, but I have a sister 2 years younger than me that stays up nearly all night watching stupid movies then goe's to bed for a while, gets up to get the grandchildren off to school and goes takes sleeping pills and has another couple of hours, gets up at lunch time then more sleeping pills about 4 pm and up about 6.30!. I don't have much to do with her now she's so stupid!.

I was brought up to believe not everyone will be pleased for whatever I do or have. I have learnt to be a little careful how loud I shout from the roof tops and tend to keep it within my immediate family and friends. It does not however stop me from going after any dream I may have and I have many. Dreams do come true!!

Wow! What has this world come to when this is considered a serious question?? We were all children once so shame on anyone for knocking parents just trying to do their best. Can we also then have supermarkets that refuse entry to ignorant adults?? I would like to shop in a moron free environment.

When you're elderly, you either become invisible or an irritation. Younger people (and I include those well into their 40's even) become impatient with older people who are stuggling physically. I've seen it at supermarket check-outs all the time, the operator will whizz all the groceries through while the elderly person tries to keep up, then when the elder fumbles around trying to pay, those standing in line start sighing with impatience. I've even seen in family situations, the younger generations laughing or mocking their elders when they are trying to participate in a conversation. The whole 'ok boomer' tagline is the new "you wouldn't understand becuase you are not a parent' putdown that people who don't want to listen use. Elderly people deserve far more respect and patience than what they currently get.

This is the sort of topic which would be of interest to a certain childish US president who just lost the election and baby did not like it!

I don't follow them at all or any celebrities for that matter,more important things to do with my spare time.

Eggs are high in cholesterol, but it is good cholesterol and as such eggs are good for you. On the other hand, pairing them with bacon is bad, because bacon is bad for you on a number of fronts. But bacon tastes so good...

It makes more sense to make a hero of someone who can save your life, rather than one who just looks good.

I love these deep philosophical debates ...I would only eat either of them if it was the last food source on Earth and I hadn't eaten in a few days...

lt's pretty sad that people count the stranger they share the life's with as friends. lt must be lonely

I already almost entirely do. I am no techno genius, nerd or particularly "modern" but I find I can manage my money better, I pay all my bills electronically (is that "digitally"?), have numerous accounts (with the same bank) and divide my income between them for specific reasons (Utilities, phone, rates etc.) so the money is always there when a bill is due. All my grocery buying is done using a Debit card.

I tyan very easily - thanks to my Indian Heritage all mixed ip with my Irish-Spanish blood. As my Dad used to say: I am a real mongrel!

none because I don't like any reptile.

Not sure which would be the most lucrative or easiest, but I'd probably personally make the most of use carrots if it was a personal farm just to sustain myself

If its possible to make this without the dairy in it, I might be more interested. As I'm dairy intollerant.

I miss mine terribly, but I often feel he is still here watching over me. Especially when something goes wrong and somehow I find the tool or whatever to make it right again. He knows what is still in his garage and seems to guide me there.

Fortunately I have know idea what you are talking about, and relish they opportunity to stay ignorant.

I have a friend from Romina who cooked the most delicious soup I've ever had. She pressure cooked chicken necks. They make the most delicious soup/stock ever

I think they should change the name from Bingo to Boring. Yawwwwwwwn. Zzzzzzzzzzz.......... and how does everyone keep up with the sheer speed of the balls coming out....... just asking.