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As a retired commercial helicopter and aeroplane pilot, with RAAF training in Oz and overseas, I must warn you all that, although helicopters are good fun, they are tricky to fly, and dangerous in several ways. If possible, go for a multi-engined aeroplane, especially over water, or in...

Very embarrassing, but we can't help it when we're young. I was a long-term student, as usual with no spare money, and either no transport, or a couple of old unreliable klunker cars over the years, and no girlfriends. However, my tertiary class put on a special evening show that we all wanted...

Or praps a toilet b-ow(e)l?

My Mum was a great mother, however perhaps somewhat on the strict side. Smacking was frequently administered, especially to me, being the older brother, who "should have known better," even though I was still very young in the 1940s. Mum sent my younger brother and I to wait in our local grocer...

One word is not enough.

Ice Man in the 50s Our ice man used to wear a sack over his shoulders and back to help keep himself drier and warmer. [I wonder what became of those large old ice tongs]. He became our woodman [open fireplaces then] in winter.

Also love the freedom of retirement, and the comfort, peace, and security of my home and area, in a good suburb of a great city, as well as friendly, helpful neighbors. Unfortunately, arthritis has caught up with me, restricting me to the house, but I keep myself informed and connected with...

It took me a while, but the answer was staring me in the face a couple of steps back. I think it's early or progressing dementia.

I remember people leaving their zacs on the piles of Heralds on the steps under the clocks at Flinders Street.

Do not approve of royal parasites. Let them enjoy their wealth and luxury while they may. I am not their servant, for they are no better than anyone. Death awaits us all.

Ain't it the truth?

Loved the use of five 5-letter ocker words in your conclusion, Ted. Prefer whisky to plonk, myself. Rob.

And hot chocolate and cocoa.

Autumns Chill It's my favourite time of the year; cool to cold weather, when one can enjoy hot meals [especially soups] in a warm, safe home, and snuggle down to sleep at bedtime, perhaps with an electric blanket.