Gary Marsh

@garymarsh6 (23476)

United Kingdom

Joined myLot 10 years ago

I am a friendly guy who enjoys writing. I love to travel and I love my family. I am not sure but I may be one of the odd people who loves their work too.

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On the Run From the Law

Jeff Moffitt @moffittjc (124644) • Gainesville, Florida 6 Jun

Well...sort of. For my recent birthday, my son's girlfriend planned a fun weekend in Orlando visiting various theme parks, and one of the days was spent at Disney's Hollywood Studios. At the back of the theme park is a themed...

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Gary Marsh Haha sounds like great fun!

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To Put it Into Perspective

Juliaacv @Juliaacv (53781) • Canada 6 Jun

As of today, June 6th, there are over 160 wildfires burning here in Canada. There has been over 1.56 million acres-imagine that, burned as a result. 40% of our country is forested. Many of these wildfires were sparked from...

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Gary Marsh How awful to those who have lost their homes, the wild life & forests.

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Just a small project this time

Judy Evans @JudyEv (355908) • Rockingham, Australia 26 May

We spent last night at Vince’s brother’s place and feasted on lamb chops with mashed potatoes and vegetables. My kind of meal. We arrived after lunch and helped him put the last coat of marine varnish on the uprights of a gazebo...

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Gary Marsh Property maintenance is a constant part of our lives! Glad you were able to give him a hand!

27 May

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What a Relief

Amber @AmbiePam (99145) • United States 27 May

Last year you may recall I was in a panic because of my Section 8 inspection failed. Not due to anything I did, but because the complex hadn’t fixed the door or the bathroom sink (who knows how much water they wasted due to a...

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Gary Marsh Fancy having to go through these annual inspections it must worry the life out of you. I hope they are not too tardy this time around to help you stop worrying!

27 May

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Earthquake Today.

rakski @rakski (139187) • Philippines 26 May

We just had an earthquake with a 5.1 magnitude. Fortunately, we did not feel it where we are. But hubby and nephew, who works in the central business district needed to go down from the 24th and 21st floors by the stairs. I am...

earthquake philippines

5 1 magnitude earthquake

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Gary Marsh Interestingly so far today l have just counted 168 earthquakes around the world of various magnitudes.We still have 8 & a half hours left today. They are happening every single day. Some small tremours & some quite forceful. I am glad to hear you are safe!

27 May

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Most horse riders don’t do this.

Fiacre Banks @xFiacre (13749) • Ireland 27 May

Driving on the incorrect side of the road is difficult enough, but throw in an idiot horse rider and it could spell disaster. On a country road yesterday I came round a bend and about 50 yards in front of me (metres since we are...

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Gary Marsh ~Oh good grief people really are morons. Totally irresponsible not only putting herself & her horse in danger but you too! I think l would have pulled ahead and told her how stupid she was!

27 May

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Chocolate Chip Scone.

rakski @rakski (139187) • Philippines 27 May

This is the first time for to taste a scone. According to my research, it is widely known in the UK and Ireland but also known in the US, Canada and Australia. Being in Asia, I know the name but have not seen nor taste a scone....

chocolate chip scone

baked goodies

scones

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Gary Marsh Mostly our scones are plain or fruit scones which we have for afternoon tea with strawberry jam & clotted cream. We also make cheese scones which are very nice. I have never heard of chocolate chip scones here in the UK.

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Tuneless Choir and Friday's shopping trip down town.

Sharon Elton @sharonelton (30647) • Lichfield, England 27 May

So, I've been a bit busy and haven't been able to come on. But just to keep you up to date, I went to Tuneless Choir for the second time on Wednesday. Here is what we sang:- What do you want by Adam Faith [b]Lucy...

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Gary Marsh A good selection of songs there. It sounds great fun. Annoying about your prescription though. I used to get really frustrated with Boots as invariably there would always be something missing & would have to go back several times. I no longer get it from them...

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Devastating Floods in New South Wales in Australia: Nature's fury unleashed

Ptrikha_2 @ptrikha_2 (48012) • India 24 May

In another case of nature's fury, New South Wales in Australia is facing very severe floods. There have been a few casualties. Hundreds of schools closed and 5000 Plus Business affected. Almost 50K plus folks have been told to...

nsw floods

australia floods

floods in new south wales

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Gary Marsh The weather conditions over the last few years has resulted in massive flooding or bush fires causing devastating destruction not just for people but wildlike too.

26 May

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My Husband Died

Deborah-Diane @DeborahDiane (40519) • Laguna Woods, California 13 Apr 24

Many of you may have noticed that I have not been on MyLot for quite a while. The reason was because my husband was very sick and has now died. I simply did not have the time for MyLot. Since his death, I have been buried with...

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Gary Marsh I am so sorry to read of your loss. Your handsome guy was so kind & giving & l hope you get some comfort knowing he touched so many peoples lives.

26 May

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Pearl Harbor and Memorial Day

Deborah-Diane @DeborahDiane (40519) • Laguna Woods, California 26 May

When I took my South Pacific cruise, the ship stopped first in a couple of the Hawaiian Islands. While we were on Oahu, I took a tour of Pearl Harbor. I had been to see the Arizona Memorial in the past, but not the rest of Pearl...

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memorial day

world war ii

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Gary Marsh Hello Deborah -Dianne thats a lovely surprise seeing you. I too visited Pearl Harbour when l visited on the world cruise in 2023. I had the best time ever on the cruise. We actually did our own thing & went there by taxi. A wonderful poignant visit.

26 May

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My Dad's Area Got Drowned

Jim Bauer @porwest (100834) • United States 7 Apr

Even where I live, in an Illinois city close to St. Louis, Missouri about 20 minutes away of about 65,000 people, we are prone to flooding (although in the 11 years I have been here we personally have not experienced anything...

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Gary Marsh How awful for everyone who lives there. I hope they are all safe & the water recedes soon!

26 May

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5/24/25- Meals & News

LindaOH @LindaOHio (191216) • United States 25 May

Scientists have created a contact lens that allows the wearer to see flickering light in the dark with their eyes closed. They converted infrared light to visible light. Without the lenses the wearer cannot see anything. You...

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Gary Marsh I just came back from the USA & have to say I did not enjoy any food over there apart from a chicken salad. I found things far too sweet for my taste buds. I don't eat fast food usually. I did have a wagyu burger one day but could only eat half of it.

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Good morning myLot

NJ Chicaa @NJChicaa (123144) • United States 26 May

Hello everyone. I hope your day is off to a good start. It is 55 degrees F and sunny here at the Jersey Shore. This is crazy cold for Memorial Day! The general rule of thumb is that it is always 10 degrees colder over at the beach...

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Gary Marsh Oh l see memorial day is a holiday for you. Here we are also on holiday but typical as with most bank holidays it is raining here! Have a nice restful day!

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Good morning 5/26

snowy @snowy22315 (191040) • United States 26 May

Looking forward to the veggie dinner tonight in the burbs. Since, I will be near the city I thought about getting my hair cut there as I have a coupon. Unfortunately, Great Clips is closed today. I am bringing a key lime pie to...

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Gary Marsh After spending a while in Thailand a few years ago where they go overboard with lime I now can't stand lime. So l would give it a miss. Anything to do with lemons & I am there. I love tarte au citron!

26 May

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Would you try this limited edition?

Amber @AmbiePam (99145) • United States 25 May

I have been seeing a lot of limited editions lately, and this one caught my eye. I wouldn’t try it myself, would you? I also saw Coca Cola Oreos, but that didn’t even tempt me.

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Gary Marsh Oh no I don't think l would like that. Coca Cola Oreos. I don't like Oreos at all they are quite widespread over here these days.

26 May

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Captain America The First Avenger

Jessica @JESSY3236 (20637) • United States 26 May

I watched Captain America: The First Avenger. It has Chris Evans, Hugo Weaving, Samuel L. Jackson, Hayley Atwell, Sebastian Stan, Tommy Lee Jones, Dominic Cooper, Stanley Tucci, Toby Jones, and Kenneth Choi in it. Big Warning:...

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Gary Marsh I know my grandson is very much into this although l have to admit l do not have a clue about it!

26 May

Been too busy - sorry didn't check your posts or reply to your comments

vanny @vandana7 (101944) • India 17 May

The last 2.5 months have been hectic. I learned many new things, and managed to complete many processes related to money, SUCCESSFULLY. So I should be patting my back for being what I used to be 30 odd years ago. It required a...

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Gary Marsh Sorry to hear about your aunt & her hand. It sounds like you have been full on & on the go.

26 May

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Peacock escapes from a zoo and is located nearby in Chattanooga Tennessee

George B Vieto @Deepizzaguy (110735) • Lake Charles, Louisiana 25 May

Officials with the Chattanooga Zoo in Tennessee reported the news on Wednesday April 30 of a peacock who managed to leave the premises past the perimeter fence and leave the zoo grounds. Eric Spear who is a resident of...

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Gary Marsh They are such beautiful birds. We have a lot of peacocks wandering around Leeds Castle in Kent. I lked the peacocks in the hotel grounds in India. They are so pretty when they spread their feathers.

26 May

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Wheee! I got my dishes in to the washing machine!

The Horse @TheHorse (227594) • Walnut Creek, California 25 May

I decided it was time to get something concrete done. I "sanded down" my dishes with a nasty old sponge, and got them into that washing machine thingie with some spray anti-grease stuff in the soap bin. I will go to the Dollar...

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Gary Marsh Despite having a dishwasher my wife prefers to wash by hand. It really annoys me but if she wants to make life difficult for herself who am I to stop her??

26 May

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