I have discovered that things work

[Workingman]

... a lot better if you press the "On" button.

This morning's wash load is now five hours behind schedule.

[Kaz]

[victor]

Another "senior moment" Frank?

[Workingman]

Another "senior moment" Frank?

Yes, and this afternoon's load is now Sunday morning's.

No sleep-in hereabouts.

[tonicha]

[TheOstrich]

Mrs O had a similar "senior moment" tonight. She announced the evening meal would be ready in 30 minutes. 30 minutes later, she announced the evening meal would be ready in 30 minutes.

She'd used the On switch alright, but she'd put the chicken breasts in the wrong part of the double-oven ....

[Kaz]