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The Russian Bullion in Scotland
Russian Bullion & The Clyde Did you know that according to secret WW2 diary kept by the crewman Leonard H Thomas, That there were Russian gold bullion, worth millions, that was bound for America but it was sank to the bottom of the Clyde, after crewman...
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Buttons
In the early 14th century, buttons were at the cutting edge of technology. Their arrival led to a clothing revolution – no more having to pull all your clothes over your head or be sewn into them. There used to be a shop that sold only buttons near Covent...
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Robin Hood in the Countryside
Robin Hood in the countryside Such a lovely day. A nice day to talk a walk in the countryside. A nice day to appreciate the countryside. Such a lovely day indeed Then where we met the Robin Hood. Such a lovely Robin Hood. A helpful marvellous Robin Hood....
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Waiting for the Local Bus
This was taken whilst waiting for the bus. The bus now leaves earlier from Coulport So this is the second time waiting for a bus Coulport is not so far away and often walk Or even cycle to Coulport as the views shine Lovely it is to look at this majestic...
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limited sun exposure
Since I have limited sun exposure in my garden, I tried something new this year by moving the tomatoes closer together and arranged them in a checkerboard pattern. This gives an empty spot in-between the plants to help with growing room and air circulation...
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Artificial grass and other things
It's interesting how much time and money people give to cars, fitted kitchens, clothes, etc. but cannot be troubled to make the plot their house sits on a thing of joy for themselves and others. Just count the houses you pass where the front garden has...
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They have a cross on a hill
They have a cross on a hill in Riverside, California. From there you can see the cross from all over the city. Atheists tried to have the cross removed from city land, and the city council planned to give in to them. Angry citizens found out about the...
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Flowers for a balcony in the shade
Do you have a balcony in the shade? what plants should we plant on the balcony. Flowers for a shady balcony There are quite a few plant species that prefer shade or partial shade to the scorching sun. Among them are flowering plants and plants with colorful...
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Incredulity in Europe over British travel rules
The countries that implemented travel bans early on in the coronavirus pandemic begin are now starting to open up, But it is just now that UK is considering for quarantines for those that travel to Britain. It is causing some incredulity in Europe when...
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Gab in the freedom of press
"Congress shall make no law.. .abridging the freedom of speech, or of the press.. ." The First Amendment of the Constitution guarantees the freedom of press. Freedom of press is the liberty to obtain and publish information openly without fear of government...
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How did coronavirus exist?
It is helped by those large farm factories That have pigs and other animals together Caged side by side where disease spreads Virus from animals migrates then to humans Coronaviruses make up a large family of viruses that can infect birds, pigs and mammals,...
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Asthma and Coronavirus
Having asthma makes me nervous over this virus Lockdown is the best advice . People with asthma should take precautions when any type of respiratory illness is spreading in their community. Stock up on supplies (a 14 to 30 day supply) Take steps to keep...
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Nurses: Key Workers
If nurses (for example) are key workers but only earn so much and spend a large portion of their wages on housing then there's at least one thing that could improve their conditions. Build them social housing within commuting distance of their trusts...
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In WInter - wind and rain
I love being out in the wind and rain. I've climbed Mountains in some ferocious squalls and never felt more alive. Good boots, long johns, an old coat and a wooly hat - and I'm laughing. In winter I also try to go absolutely as long as possible without...
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A Calendar for Lavender.
Lavender JANUARY Lavender Pruning all varieties. Olives We harvest olives only after a decent amount of rainfall and preferably after a cold snap. Thus we usually end up harvesting in January, during the *halcyon days*. However, since the trees should...
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To wuther by Mari of FINLAND
To wuther To make a rushing sound or to shake vigorously. What makes this word interesting is the fact that most people have heard it, thanks to Wuthering Heights, a novel by Emily Brontë and a song of the same name by Kate Bush, based on the novel, but...
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How to boil milk
--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Boiling Milk in the Microwave Pour milk into a clean mug Place a wooden utensil in the mug. Place a wooden spoon or chopstick in the mug. Use a utensil long...
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Lovely day in the forest.
A stroll with birds singing A lovely walk in the countryside . Always nice to be alone when taking a walk here . Soon lots of friends will arrive but for this moment alone here for the birds and the deer caught a few beyond some trees and lots of scurrying...
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We need a pow-wow
It is lovely to see how this word has been adapted throughout the world Pow-wow orginally comes from Narragansett their powwaw means a spiritual leader but also used for ceremonies and councils Those big meetings with a big talk In Scotland we used pow-wow...
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Duolingo. {Ten interesting factual snippets}
................................................ Lovely ten things about Duolingo ................................................................. ........................................................ Doulingo has over 120 million students! Just over...
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Empty Hands by Maverick
Empty Hands by Maverick green tendrils snaking slowly ‘cross the raw wet earthand the softly sibilant sound of hissing rain… unabating downpourstrangely soothing in the silent wake of storm.leafmeal stirring in the dust thatmixing with sky-tears turns...
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The Infamous English Zoo.
Five hundred animals are dead in one Zoo. Those animals were found to be in Cumbria. Cumbria is one of the prettiest places in England. Cumbria is a place of Byron and poetry. Is this poetry when so many animals are dead? This infamous zoo is the South...
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A woman at Sea in 1848
Mary Brewster, MONDAY [Mar.] 6 [1848]: “Weather some better this morning with a light wind from the north ship heading N by W. Middle hard gales from SW and squally Latter part wind blew a gale and with a very bad sea. Towards night I went below and got...
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Polar Unity by Camden Ferguson
Walk not the night alone, meander not Through the moonlit forest, frost is creeping Across the pallid ground, your soul for chilling. Trade me love that we both sought. Let me warm your soul, to take your weight From off your weary shoulders, taking flight...
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Cerberus: Guardian of Hades
Cerberus, was a three-headed dog. Cerberus guarded the gates to the underworld. The underworld was the home of the powerful god Hades. . Hades loved that fierce, bad tempered dog. Sometimes, just for fun, Hades and his beloved dog Cerberus would climb...