The Retirement Thread

[Tenkaykev]

Mrs P grows a range of things in containers very successfully - clematis, passion flower and jasmine. We don't grow but you could add climbing hydrangea and honeysuckle to that list. One of the great advantages of using clematis is the wide range of colour and flowering periods and generally easy pruning. I would choose well established and reliable varieties, those that have been around for decades. e.g Nelly Moser, Clematis montana. Another great plant would be star jasmine (Trachelospermum jasminoides).

Be aware different clematis varieties require different approaches to pruning. It's not difficult but important to get right. I would avoid having different types too close to each other to avoid pruning incorrectly. Google "clematis pruning types."

Thank you for the really helpful advice. Local nursery didn't have any Jasmine. My wife says she doesn't like the smell of Honeysuckle so that's out.

 

[PaulSB]

I'm on a roll now @Tenkaykev - you could consider annuals, especially while the climbers get established. Nasturtiums will grow rapidly and give you a riot of colour. Black-eyed Susan (Thunbergia) is another great one - but be sure to get the annual climber. Some people refer to people refer to Rudbeckia (a border perennial) as black-eyed Susan - incorrect in my view.

 

[Tenkaykev]

Well todays the day. 67 years and 14 days. Time to hang up my apron and scissors and let someone else worry about making the sails. I must admit it is a strange feeling and I do feel a little bit lost. I started working in the fields when I was 7 and have never been unemployed. I have never trained for retirement. But I am fit and healthy and so is Jannie and so now is the right time. I have come out for a little moped ride to settle myself down. Do I now relax or find something meaningful to do? 😄

Ah, you oldies, I'm so much younger at 67 and SIX days...
Might take a while to simmer down psychologically to a more zen like state, but you'll get there. Wishing you all the very best Steve😎

 

[Tenkaykev]

I'm on a roll now @Tenkaykev - you could consider annuals, especially while the climbers get established. Nasturtiums will grow rapidly and give you a riot of colour. Black-eyed Susan (Thunbergia) is another great one - but be sure to get the annual climber. Some people refer to people refer to Rudbeckia (a border perennial) as black-eyed Susan - incorrect in my view.

Just for the look of horror that I knew I would get, I mentioned to Mrs Tkk that we could get some pre populated plastic panels and cable tie them to the new trellis... 🤣

 

[PaulSB]

Just for the look of horror that I knew I would get, I mentioned to Mrs Tkk that we could get some pre populated plastic panels and cable tie them to the new trellis... 🤣

Or some of that plastic wrap people put round their wheelie bins.

 

[Mo1959]

Ah, you oldies, I'm so much younger at 67 and SIX days...
Might take a while to simmer down psychologically to a more zen like state, but you'll get there. Wishing you all the very best Steve😎

What made me think you were over 70?

Still drizzly and windy here and not looking like clearing until nearer 5. I might just treat myself to a rest day.

 

[PeteXXX]

My alarm is set for 02:00 for the next two days 😢

 

[Mo1959]

I’ve tried several different oat milks but this is definitely my new favourite. Nicest tasting and least additives. I think I’ll set up a subscription as I can’t get it locally.

 

[Dave7]

Some good news.
2 Doctors have just been to stick a needle through the wall of my stomach to extract some fluid for tests.
They took an hour to do a full scan in order to decide best place for the needle.......then decided the problem is not bad enough to bother.
So no needle for me.
I still need a liver scan though.

 

[Mo1959]

Some good news.
2 Doctors have just been to stick a needle through the wall of my stomach to extract some fluid for tests.
They took an hour to do a full scan in order to decide best place for the needle.......then decided the problem is not bad enough to bother.
So no needle for me.
I still need a liver scan though.

At least they are trying to get to the cause. This is by no means a criticism, but I couldn’t help noticing on the majority of your posts how often you mention drinking alcohol. Maybe your body just isn’t coping with it as well now? Just a thought. I’m probably talking s***e as usual!

 

[classic33]

Some good news.
2 Doctors have just been to stick a needle through the wall of my stomach to extract some fluid for tests.
They took an hour to do a full scan in order to decide best place for the needle.......then decided the problem is not bad enough to bother.
So no needle for me.
I still need a liver scan though.

No pincushion treatment then?

 

[Drago]

No pincushion treatment then?

That depends how frisky Nurse Bernard is feeling later.

 

[Dave7]

At least they are trying to get to the cause. This is by no means a criticism, but I couldn’t help noticing on the majority of your posts how often you mention drinking alcohol. Maybe your body just isn’t coping with it as well now? Just a thought. I’m probably talking s***e as usual!

No, you are correct and imo part of the cause.
I have decided to pack it in.

 

[numbnuts]

No, you are correct and imo part of the cause.
I have decided to pack it in.

Whatever it is keep your pecker up and good luck with all the test.

 

[classic33]

No, you are correct and imo part of the cause.
I have decided to pack it in.

Just as well I wasn't allowed to leave what I took yesterday.
Temptation would have been within reach.