"0tterbot" writes:
at the moment it's been hacked right down to a lump, but the rotten thing is
sprouting again. what to do? is it possible for, say, one's husband to dig
it out? g

I'm sure it would be feasible to get hubby to dig it out. Just tell him
that you were trying to dig it out all by yourself because you thought it
would be too difficult for him and your wedding ring must have fallen off
into it....

thanks in advance if anyone has any ideas.

It's a pleasure to be of help. :-)
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John Savage (my news address is not valid for email)