UPDATE: Nostalgic memories of condensed milk are flooding in from readers, igniting lively discussions across the community. Just yesterday, Richard Kirby from Campbelltown recounted a rather unpleasant camping experience involving scrambled eggs and condensed milk, leaving many questioning the culinary staple’s appeal.
Kirby shared, “On our last day at Hill End, we had been shooting rabbits and breakfast was a combination of what was left. We had scrambled eggs with condensed milk. Once tasted, never forgotten and never repeated.” Many readers are now reflecting on their own experiences, both positive and negative, as the conversation heats up.
Judith Rostron from Killarney Heights added a more favorable memory, recalling a hard bushwalk in New Zealand. “I was delighted to find wild raspberries outside one of the huts, and someone had left behind a can of evaporated cream. What a treat!” This sentiment of rediscovery is compelling, as it brings a sense of joy amidst the nostalgic chaos.
However, not everyone is swayed by the fondness for condensed milk. Garry Thomas from Oatlands expressed his disinterest, saying, “I was listening when you said no more condensed milk stories. I’m becoming increasingly less interested in trying it.” His reaction highlights the diverse opinions emerging from this topic, making it a hot-button issue.
The debate doesn’t just stop at memories of condensed milk. Readers are also curious about pronunciation, particularly of town names. Judy Archer from Nelson Bay raised a question about Wauchope, noting that different pronunciations are causing confusion. “A lovely reader on Radio 2RPH called ‘Wauchope’ ‘Watch-hope’. My niece calls it, ‘Woo-chop-eee’,” she shared. This ongoing discussion invites others to weigh in with their own pronunciations.
In a related note, David Gordon from Cranebrook, an archivist at the Communications Museum Sydney, provided clarity on the Last Telephone Exchange debate. He stated, “West Wyalong was cutover to automatic working on May 15, 1985. Subscribers in the Ungarie, Tullibigeal, and Lake Cargelligo areas will continue to book their calls through the manual exchanges.” This update is crucial for understanding the historical context of communication in these regions.
As these conversations unfold, it becomes clear that readers are eager to share their own stories and insights. Whether it’s about food, local pronunciations, or historical changes, the community is actively engaging with these topics.
Stay tuned for more updates and continue sharing your thoughts. Readers can send in their memories and questions to [email protected]. Please include your name, suburb, and daytime phone number.
The conversation is just getting started, and your voice matters! Share your stories with us and engage in the lively discussion happening right now.
