How lovely for you. I do not have any contact with my grand children and have never met 2 of them. Family dynamics can be sad sometimes.

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 am so lucky my kids are grown up with families of their own. I am so proud of all parents who had to fill this void, I would have never been able to cope,

I don't get attached to things (I get attached to people)! At this point in my life - I never had to hocked ANYTHING (I never had to use a pawn shop) - hopeful, this trend will continue until the day I die! It goes without saying, I don't judge people who do use pawnshops, however - I judge pawn shop owners (since the the majority of pawnshops are located in the poorest section of a city)!

It is quite often that they will overload your bag and it is dry heavy to put in and out of your trolley. Of course they want to serve and scan quickly and packing takes time. But the supermarkets need have more staff at checkouts and then we all win.

I am grateful for whatever I receive because it means that person thought of me. Its the thought that counts

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!

Genetic modification will allow people to live longer but when your number is up, it’s up. Perfectly healthy people die for no reason....except maybe the Force wants your story back....lol

I wear whatever makes me feel comfortable,happy,stylish and sometimes sexy lol basically whatever my mood is on the day,I wear something to match that unless I am just blobbing out at home on the couch,well then that's a PJ day..You won't find any designer labels in my wardrobe though,i'm not that rich.

No but I want to try it once only. After that I don't want any further emails, marketing etc, I want to see what it it like to satisfy my curiousity

I'd love to know how to get rid of belly fat, tried a few things but nothing works. Slim before menopause and slim everywhere else except the belly.

Hiking and cooking smores are equal in my book.

4 for comfy

A delicious looking recipe that I look forward to cooking for a special meal. Your recipe sharing is appreciated.

I try to have chia seeds every day - they're incredibly healthy! This looks good! Thanks, @Indy Bindy!

"this is the best easiest daughter I have ever used" !?!? It looks like silly auto-(in)correct and/or hopeless AI have been doing their usual "fine" work of making a mess. \ud83d\ude42

Lack-of-control-issues when it comes to sweet stuff (example: chocolate chip cookies). Unfortunately, I will have to pass on this recipe. However, I appreciate you submitting your recipe (Soft lion). Furthermore, I am 'positive' a lot of rewardia.com members are going to enjoy this recipe!

I need to clean my glasses. I just read that as 'Mice and Noodles'. However, it did get my attention.

Damn! I am getting fatter with every recipe I read. Don't get me wrong because I am appreciative of all of them and the time it takes to post them. TY!

Jahn, I\u2019ve gotta ask a question. I\u2019ve always wanted to make a Key Lime Pie but haven\u2019t yet. I\u2019m just looking at the instructions and the picture before I have a crack at it. Do the beaten egg whites get folded into the rest off the mixture, or is is placed on top of the cooked lime mixture and browned like a lemon merengue pie?

Sounds yummy and probably muffins that would still be there for me to enjoy as prunes dont excite other members of the household.

I will substitute 'textured vegetable protein (TVP)' for saut\u00e9 sliced sausage pieces. I will substitute vegan bacon bits for bacon bits. I am a vegetarian. I love spaghetti. Your recipe reads delicious (Soft lion)!

This sounds really good! I'd love to add at least one colorful vegetable, but I don't know if tomatoes would work. Using a red onion would work, and maybe a colorful pepper? \ud83e\udd14

Yes, Rusty, it is annoying and all the survey sites do it, so I just chill and plough through, and hope I earn my 50 cents at the end of it. I just did a really interesting survey which was quite unusual and refreshing - wonders will never cease. Happy New Year anyway Rusty.

Pack your bags, sell the house without telling her and leave the country with the proceeds. Far too often are the men cast as the evil doers, they are always in the wrong, they can never, ever do anything right or decent. Conversely their wives are always cast as the Innocent Victims, Pure, incapable of saying anything nasty, of cruelty. Wrong, ladies and gents, you could not be more wrong if you tried. Why has there been an explosion in the number of men committing suicide? They have been driven to it by the Courts and disatisfied partners wanting ever more.

I add a can of Tuna, a grated carrot and anything else left over. Fry until golden and serve. Yum-yum.

Some of us were not drowned in Agent Orange. It was a case of luck, really. Methuselah, hope your Govt is looking after you....now... the NZ government took its time., allowed lots of vets to die off so the pool needing assistance diminished. Same went for the Christmas Island tests vets. Mururoa likewise.

Happy to just go along as normal with no daylight savings. Still get plenty sunshine, in fact I would gain none with changing. The only thing changing is a clock.

I never tip (USA) - it is not my responsibility (as a customer) to supplement the employer's pay rate (what the employer is paying his/her employees). If the employer cannot pay his/her employees a livable wage - then the employer should not be operating a business!

I would definitely eat that but without the chili powder or green chilies. Thank you for sharing your recipe.

thank you I was looking for short recipe for tea cake we love high tea. Questions is it regular flour or self rising, is it granulated sugar or super fine, and is it unsalted butter. Thanks so much

Sometimes I think the stores count on people not checking receipts. I go over them with a fine tooth comb.

Actually just what it says. Parts like tis are really the red meat. I actually really enjoy this, but it does require a taste. Beef heart, rocky mountain oysters And gizzard and hearts. Let's not forget trype. Learned most of these delicacies from an old sheephearder. I spent a summer with as a kid

Chiropractors, podiatrists and other quasi professionals make a fortune out of questionable practices anyway...optometrists aren't far behind them...snake oil salesmen for a large part.....the only podiatrist I have ever used had large tubs of dubious pills along a shelf that people came in and bought while I was supposed to be having a "consult"...these people are bonkers... I wonder how the human race coped before we invented them? ..oh that's right we had shamen con men and priests.... here is bit of free advice don't buy stupid shoes...and you probably only need three pairs tops...so it saves you money...and saves the planet... and nobody else cares anyway....

It says when you sign up for rewardia "Earn up to $100 a week!" But I guess that's only if this is your full-time job?

You put message on the board so expect this. If you want privacy send a card. More time spend, but it's more personal

We have 6 grandchildren, aged 5- 18. We have given them blocks, books, dolls and truck as presents for them to take home. I have always made up a box of things to do when they are at our place . A new board game, craft , paints and an outside toy or basketball etc

I really don\u2019t like the fact that my phone is listening to my conversations and Facebook is tracking my likes. I prefer to look up products that I need myself.

They're designed to crumble. I heard why, but can't remember, I do remember thinking that. doesn't make much sense to me

every fortnight I check in with my bottle of Woodford reserve [double oaked] he says I am doing fine and see you in 2 weeks, occasionally if I have any doubts I might check in with the cc a dry 10-pack or carton in between appointments and I am generally reassured

Not happy with Optus even before the hacking incident. Paid so much for 5G but the service is terrible. Even if there's a class action, how much can you get?

My wife is 5 years older than me. When we had been together for a year and it came to asking her to marry me she found out then. I don't think that's a lie but she just assumed I was older. She still married me though and we've been married for 46 years.

HUbby is a big Billy fan. He has all his movies, books and whatever else he has released over the years. I have grown to like him, he seems like a lovely genuine man who says it like it is.

I don't have anyone to play with, so if I play any games it's usually on the ipad like rewardia. I loved monopoly, cluedo, trivial pursuit and trouble

Jesus, and family and friends, I have been truly blessed through thick and thin,,, I have always had the best influence.

Oh Walter W that happens every where not just in America and yes it is very wrong and very unethical, but the bank needs guarantees and unless some one is going to guarentee that the black man won't forfeit on a loan they simply won't give it to any of them. Very sad and very unjust. It happens all the time and the black man works just as hard as a white man (maybe some times even harder.) But what can one do, go guarantor on a loan for some one they don't know? Would you do that?

Hi Mary. I have asked our content manager about it, here is the answer: you have 1 published Daily Poll and 5 declined. Two of them were about "What would your favourite dog be?" or so, declined because we already have a lot of "dog" Polls. The reason for the rest three polls is a very trivial - the text of the Question is too long. If we've got some Polls with a long text in the Question and some compact ones, shorts will win

I do most of these now but I'm just wondering what a Water Butt is. We have 3 rainwater tanks and use that to give fresh water to my birds and to water the garden.

When I first joined Rewardia I was a little surprised at getting like responses to some of my comments. I've got used to it now. I have a Facebook ID but don't bother 'Liking" very much.

Growing up, we made an Easter basket at school and received small eggs from the Easter bunny, Easter is about other things than chocolate. These days children seem to get too much and don’t appreciate what they receive. Maybe the should learn the true meaning of Easter

I use it most of the time instead of a computer. I download and read books, do banking, play games, do surveys, take and edit photos, send texts and emails, research products, order products, watch videos, listen to music, read the news, find recipes and craft patterns, learn French and Chinese, book tickets and accommodation and ask questions about anything I want to know. That takes up most of my day! I very rarely use it to ring people.

I enjoy my own company, but if a friendly person wanted to eat with me and it felt right I'd be okay with that.

Live is too short to bear grudges and families are so important so just put on a brave face and enjoy

Recycle as much as possible Office Works accepts a lot of tech things, batteries, ink cartridges etc and our council has a free tech and electronic product drop off once a year

For a while Trump didn't like New Zealand either. A lot of people criticised Sweden too for touting that they're just gonna let the virus run rampant and develop heard immunity (initially). Oh and Boris Johnson has had his fair share of criticism. I think the media is just doing the rounds. Out of all of us I think China has copped it the worse even though they seemed to have dealt with the pandemic better than most countries. Oh well. Who's next?

I have just spent ages completing a survey for Otago University and at the finish I got the shrug of the shoulders and told I was screened out and given 18 points. I COMPLETED THE ENTIRE SURVEY

My mum was such a good friend when i was older, she collapsed and died in my arms of a brain embolism on xmas eve 1999. The pain eases but the hurt is still there. Always take the time to tell your freinds and family how much you love them.

Have not seen my family in QLD for 2 years. And maybe at Xmas time,but the premier of QLD has changed her mind so many times -- often over very silly events --

Question: Are you going to give Aboriginals back their land and leave Australia (which white Australians took by illegal means)? Furthermore, white Australians' politicians get freebees at the expense of the taxpayers - all the time! What is your point? NO - colonialism was NEVER a good thing for indigenous people or minorities!

It's always surprised me just how much stuff women can store in their handbag...they have to be a lot bigger on the inside....like the Tardis

In my experience doctors have not been too good at detecting health issues, including some major ones. Given that, a toilet that provides health data could be an advantage.

There is no such a thing as corrupt nation. And no, the internet cannot start WW3. People can. People can prevent it as well. That’s what I think. Think about it.

Not really for these products (part of life, as has been said here), but I was in line behind someone who was looking - it turned out - for some anti-nit shampoo. When she (or he ;}), got to the counter, the lass behind asked "the person" to speak up then ... practically yelled, "oh, you mean nit-shampoo!"...

oh man all day do people have a sook about a scratch or paint mark, if ya gonna get paranoid over it dont take car soft ass cry baby car out.

Personally I think your relationship needs sorting out. What sort of relationship leads to a smashing of an XBox. Think it's time both of you sorted out what you want in a relationship before you start buying expensive gifts. In the next argument it may be one of you being hurt.

It hasn't crept into our vocabulary. If you use it in the wrong context you need to improve your English. What I do hate is when people say tooken instead of taken! We will eventually degenerate into neanderthals again with the horrid grammar, speech and antisocial behaviour around nowadays. Grunt grunt!

You cannot use the Netherlands as a comparison, their cities are designed for bicycles not vehicles, wear a helmet, stop being vein!!

Depending on how dirty you are, bathing in your own filth is gross...but clean body in nice hot bath with candles and music is great relaxing therapy!! Showers are good for removing all the dirt period?!??

No I have never needed to, just block weirdos lol.I have friends that have done though for their own reasons.I don't actually spend much time on them like I use to,it get's a bit too much the same old same old ya know what I mean.I really only use it for staying in touch with family and friends that don't live in my city/country.

Ahhh boil the potatoes first, Thats why mine are always half raw after being in the oven, Thanks Indy Bindy!!

I started to watch one last night on 2. Treasure and Dirt. Looks like its set in Cooper Pedy. It's stark, dirty, hot, mysterious, dark, and looks weird. Its almost got a Mad Max look to it.

Sounds so Good! Reminds me of the way I cooked liver! Yes, if liver is cooked correctly, it's not only tender, but flavorful! Very Easy! Shake in flour, sear in oil (with onions makes it even better), drain oil, add a can of cream of mushroom soup, simmer until liver is tender! Soup gravy is great over mashed potatoes! Sorry, I got carried away. \ud83e\udd17\ud83e\udd2d

When my sons' were younger I used to put a mountain of mashed potatoes on a platter, have them put the trees (broccoli) and aspens (asparagus spears) on, dinosaur nuggets in the forest, and have a gravy river. They never had a problem eating 'fun' food!

Yeah I got one saying I'm highly intelligent, extremely good looking and hot. I made it myself and it is an outstanding piece of work.

Just loved Water Rats, a crime show based around Sydney Water Police. It finished suddenly in 2001 and just in the few years while reminiscing I found out that the reason for this was that Colin Friels had been diagnosed with pancreatic cancer. He is about the only person that I am aware of who has survived pancreatic cancer. God bless him.

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.

I would do thid recipe without the cheese, as I'm lactose intollerant. Do apart from the cheese, it sounds nice.

I scramble 1 egg (I've had bariatric surgery so 1 is enough for me) with a dash of cream (so much better than milk!) and then crumble a small amount of feta over the top and sprinkle with chopped chives from my herb garden. SO GOOD!!!!!

When I purchase a bunch of anything that has roots, mainly shallots, they go straight into the ground. They just keep on giving. I only have to purchase about two bunches a year. My mum has always done that so I guess I learned from her. A few years back it was a big thing. I remember people regrowing celery. I managed that one, but an idiot who lives in my house thought it was a weed and that was the end of that.

Hi Kamana. I love pizza. In my case, I will leave out the cooked chicken pieces and crispy bacon. I appreciate you submitting your recipe. It reads very TASTY!

Most surveys say that in 'timed tests, it has been found that this survey takes 8 to 10 minutes to complete'. This does not take into account the fact that many surveys have essay questions, pay attention questions, I am not a robot questions and that they usually ask the same BS questions over and over again thus making that 8 to 10 minutes more like an hour or two. Beware! Most 25 point surveys usually take an hour or two or three even! Rule of thumb- always assume that surveys can be very short or very long regardless of what they tell you! If you don't have the time needed and you are not sure if you can save the survey for later, do not start surveys you are not sure of their length. What I hate is when they tell you that you must accumulate X number of points before you can cashout! BTW Rewardia requires 50K points for $50 cash or gift cards/codes.

Such delights as this give meaning to the acronym T.G.I.F.! I'm drooling on my shirt front just reading this How-To. Thanks XXL

Hi Kamana 1696768. Never ate rice pudding (before) 'might' give it a try. Anyway, it reads very TASTY!

Hi Kamana 1696768.I will replace 2 boneless chicken breasts with X number of peanuts (for protein). Furthermore, the peanuts will give the Caesar Salad an extra crunch ability factor - the only change I will make to your recipe. Easy (to make)! Healthy! Tasty! Thanks!

That cake pictured doesn't look like the applies were just folded into the batter! They look very specifically placed on top. But delicious all the same.

Meat is expensive here in NZ, so I bought a big bag of sausages on special at Woolworths yesterday. Now I know what to do with them lol Yum thank you.

As a Dutch person...I love the Indonesian people. Some of the best people in our world. That is all.

Sounds delicious and really good for you. When we couldn't get meat at the butcher's (1956 in Hungary) can recall my mum coming home and saying we're having potatoes with potatoes again tonight!. Thanks for clarifying what Edamame beans are and for sharing your wonderful receipe.

Thanks Ange. I always make sure that I have all these ingredients at home and available at all times. I don't know if many people realise how very nutritious this is as well as being tasty too. I wish that I had a dollar for every bowl of hummus eaten globally just for today because I'd be instantly rich! Thanks for sharing.

I appreciate the time you took to share your recipe (and your recipe reads yummy). In addition, I am a 'hard-core-vegetarian' (you lost me at chicken (six chicken thighs at that)). Not sure substituting tofu for chicken thighs is going to work for me (an arithmetic issue). Anyway, this recipe is way beyond my 'limited' cooking skills (as I am a beginning cook)!

You had me at BANANA BREAD - but I have absolutely no control over my 'sweet tooth'; hence, I buy a slice of banana bread once a week at a bakery in walking distance of where I reside (an hour to walk to the bakery and an hour walk to back home (in theory I can burn off completely unhealthy calories from the banana bread)) - that way I can pacify my conscience) :-)) - I am diabetic!

Hi Smooch - Vic. Thanks for sharing. I am a vegetarian, and I will definitely be TRYING this recipe before the day is over.

I've done this using up the crumbs from potato chip packets. Tastes great! (I don't boil the chicken first though)

Great I'll post my Fish and Chips one. - Just go to your local fish+chippy shop, give them 10 bucks and all is done. The easiest meal you will have ever prepared. 1,000 points please.

Here in New Zealand, there is the government's free SuperGold Card for people aged 65+ which offers discounts and deals for all sorts of goods and services. The website has a searchable list: https://www.supergold.govt.nz A couple of everyday examples are ... Most supermarkets have a special discount day each week for SuperGold Card holders, usually a Tuesday. It's only 5% off everything, but every little bit helps. Caltex petrol stations offer an extra 2% discount for SuperGold Card holders, on top of any normal discount everyone else gets. Off-peak travel on public transport is free. Australia has a similar Australian Seniors Card system, and the two are reciprical to some degree, so New Zealander SuperGold Card holders visiting Australia can take advantage of the Australian Seniors Card deals, and vice versa.

If she says thank you while you're holding the door and you don't like her voice, do you let the door go on her?

Naval intelligence. Since when did my belly button become such a smartie? Yes, this is a joke before someone explain that it's not....

Having just found out that my latest op. did not work, I worry for my partner. He's already been doing much of the domestic chores on my behalf, whilst also carting me about some distance to various health appointments. We are both in our mid eighties and don't know how long we can keep being active. Who will need extra care first? As seniors we are not in a position to pay for much home care and I see the news says that is to be increased in price to seniors using it. Life in the old lane isn't much fun is it?