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As a kid, I spent most of my pocket money on sweets - they relieved the tedium of slogging over lessons at school. Even in the senior girls, I well remember the thrill of having a penny in my pocket at the end of a school day, calling in at the sweet shop on my way home and deciding whether it was going to be a huge penny chew, four smaller ones or an Arrow Bar - serious decisions back then! Still can't resist the sugary delights occasionally: Wilko's do a bag of assorted toffees for 75pence; only trouble is they're so yummy, once I start eating them I can't stop - make a right pig of m

Good to know that I've been missed: been holidaying after a long illness. Taken a peek at the falcons and their brood but there's no sign of life - hope this is a good omen.

Wonderful news; so thrilled for Mr and Mrs PG. Have been checking but not reporting; things appeared static with Mrs PG constantly on the nest - she deserves a Medal. Hope to see a glimpse of the family soon.

Trevor, congratulations on reaching the 2,000th mark - always lovely to read your lovely, sunny broadcasts.

@ #11: @ 'The other thing that you'll find Mick is that when you get on the first bus after 9.30 am it'll be full of old folk!!' - meaning yourself and your lady wife Commo?

Believe it or not, it's great becoming the holder of a Bus Pass. The day I received mine - a few years back (not ashamed to say) - I sat on the tram and shouted: "Yippee!". Gone were the days of struggling to find the change for a bus journey. I've visited some great places on mine: Leicester, Derby, Derbyshire, Mablethorpe, Oakham, Southwell....................... I use mine almost every day, gets me out of the house: even if it's merely shopping trips or exploring the environs of Nottm / Notts.

Mrs PG faithfully on the nest; looks like she's becoming fatter with her plumped up feathers - could be because she's not getting her usual exercise.

No change: Mrs PG, still attentive to her eggs.........................

John Berry, welcome to 'Nottstalgia'.

Mrs PG, very much alert and I'm sure looking up at camera. Apparently the falcons are very noisy; wish we could hear their conversations.

Mrs PG grooming herself on the nest. A strong wind up there on the 9th floor of the Newton Building but Mrs PG remains resolute...............

'Richards' sold quality clothes at quality prices. I remember I had a grey costume - matching skirt and jacket - from here and kept it as my best; always looked good with black, suede, winkle picker stilletos. My first costume from 'C&A Modes' was cut from black and white tweed material with black, mock leather decorating the collar of the jacket. Adored wearing this suit, lasted me for ages, up 'til today even - although I now see it in my mind's eye! 'Chelsea Girl' when it landed during the 70's, was like a breathe of fresh air on the high street: lots and lots of up-to-date fashi

Mrs PG: 'Always true to you darling in my fashion'; been looking for you but shade is too dark for me to notice anything. See you soon.

Used to like taking a look around Nottingham's Boutiques and 'a look' it was only, for the prices in these places were extortionate - there again you were paying for the label / originality. PS: Once bought a purple lipstick and some coloured tights from 'Biba'; certainly made me feel good wearing them.

I wonder is the present BHS in the place where the old Woolworth's once stood? Anyone notice that the toilets in BHS are very old and up a mountain of stairs, I'm wondering if they once belonged to Woolworth's? PS: Decent bargains to be found in BHS these days: wasn't so back in the olden days when BHS was considered a high quality store - in competition with M&S - there used to be a decent restaurant in there too I recall.

Bless you Michael, always find time for watching Mrs PG; I'm flying off now......................................

Michael, listened all the way through to Owen James - which says a lot for me. Owen in the style of Neil Young, James Taylor and I hope definitely going places.

Mrs PG, wide awake and very concerned about the traffic noises of the night; got some smashing shots......................... she's gorgeous.

Hi Beefy, I assume that being as the female bird is bigger than the male, then she has the full time job of sitting on the eggs? - makes sense this: a wide/r expanse of body and wings protects her brood. PS: I was fortunate to receive a beautiful camera for my birthday: took some snaps of Mrs PG but not very inspiring, need a good pose; when I manage one, I plan on making a print, then painting from this. PS: Many thanks to Stu for his usual kindness in putting on the Amazing image @ #51.

Precious eggs not left for long for she's back on the nest; or could it be Mr PG? - do they take it in turns protecting the eggs? I'm only a novice regarding bird watching, so perhaps a more knowledgeable person could enlighten me?

Mrs PG's just risen, given a big stretch and now flown off leaving her beautiful three red / brown eggs for me to see. Aren't I just lucky today!

It seems like Mrs PG is defying sleep, only a few minutes ago she was literally 'nodding off', closing her eyes, yet when I took another look at the webcam later she was wide eyed; a sign surely that birds like we humans have strong, protective instincts - on their guard. PS: If the light is good tomorrow - Pray to God - I'm going to paint her.

How on earth can you 'mangle pots'? You'd smash 'em to smithereens!

'Poking holes in pikelets' eh Paulus? A good way for your mum to get rid of pent up frustrations - and she got paid for it!

Mrs PG looking up and around - extremely alert. She's so beautiful with her distinctive markings; I've decided that I'm going to paint her.