Generic Products

I wouldn't mind betting that every one of us has, at some time or other, gone for a cheaper generic product rather than our usual well-loved branded one; and regretted it. Saving a few pence is always appealing.

We have bought Marmotte instead of Marmite, Klogs cornflakes instead of Kelloggs, and Hines ketchup instead of Heinz. Usually to our disappointment.

Normally I'm a Coopers Oxford Vintage (thick cut) Marmalade person. But a few years ago I discovered the above; Duerr's thick cut Seville Orange Marmalade. I opened the jar with trepidation, but it was excellent.

Duerr's was founded in 1881, so they've been around a while. I also see by the label that they are based in Manchester, which I believe is half way between Liverpool and Sheffield. It's in the North of England.

Occasionally a generic product can be as good as, if not better than, the original; but not too often. This one is excellent, and, of course, is considerably cheaper than Coopers. I can recommend. 

Enjoy your breakfast!

 

Confined to Barracks.

 

I've had a pretty awful couple of weeks, and it still ain't over yet!

Having not been ill for about 5 years, I caught a dreadful bloody cold/flu/covid; probably covid, and it's been very nasty.

Then a couple of days ago I somehow managed to twist my left ankle, and I can hardly walk.

I can't go for walks with Billy, and I have no idea how long it'll take to heal.

Of course, I also have to cope with my sciatica, arthritic hips, dodgy right knee, and painful shoulders.

What a bloody mess. Only time will heal, and I hope that time passes swiftly. My life is miserable at the moment.

And to add insult to injury, I have now gone about 98% DEAF. Whatever next!!!!

Gawd, I hate being ill. I'd almost forgotten what it was like!

p.s. My feet are size 10, and not long thin 18's as they appear in the photo.