It sounds like there are a lot of taxes in GB. Here too

I must tell you! I find the way you talk in Britain absolutely delightful! I figured out that chooks are hens, but other words have left me in the dark. I'ts such fun to read these posts and I plan to learn to talk like you guys do. Love it!

Thanks Perchy and Miss Ellie. I must throw this thought into the mix. If I simply stay at home, I not only save on gas (petrol, of course) I don't spend any money. This has been very good for me. I don't get bored at all. I have the internet, TV, books, and my cats to keep me entertained. Also, my y...

Oh, I should mention that my home and cars are all paid for, so I know I am better off that some. Only have to take care of the upkeep and taxes. I am now scouring the newspapers for cents-off coupons to help with my frugal shopping. Plenty of food in the house so don't spend hardly anything really....

Thanks so much for the welcome, manda. Really looking forward to being part of this group.

Hello everyone. I have been visiting these forums for quite a long time now and decided to join you. I've never seen such an informative and friendly place to visit and want to become a member of your great group. Here goes. I'm 71 years young, and a month ago I asked the gentleman who had been livi...