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Very British Problems
An amusing read. I don't know where the idea that British humour is sarcastic comes from though. I am never sarcastic at all. My husband isn't either. I ignore it if people are sarcastic to me and act as if it has gone above my head. Maybe that ...
Veronica, on 07/28/2015
Silence
This was a beautiful response, Shradda, obviously you have had the experience of silence and it has stayed with you and been fruitful in your life. It was strange, but when I was reading your response it brought back to me the joy of the ...
frankbeswick, on 07/28/2015
Very British Problems
Well that's a very good question @Digby_Adams and sarcasm is one of the tools we use - but obviously in a very polite way! :-)
pkmcr, on 07/28/2015
Very British Problems
So if someone doesn't say thank you to you, you say it for them? Is this done sarcastically?
Digby_Adams, on 07/28/2015
A Quiet Corner of Ireland
@frankbeswick - I would definitely love to visit the parts of the Ireland that you have quoted. The beautiful scenery and the Natural surroundings are well preserved in Europe. Though I haven't visited many European countries, I have loved ...
WriterArtist, on 07/28/2015
Silence
I love peace and silence. It is of utmost importance when I meditate. Vipassana meditation requires complete silence - this is also called "Noble Silence". It is extremely important to silence the body otherwise it is impossible to observe the ...
WriterArtist, on 07/28/2015
Symbols and Meanings in the Story of Bluebeard
Though I don't recall coming across Bluebeard in fairy tales, the symbols of hidden doors, mirrors and keys occur repeatedly in many fairy tales. It is interesting to note that all these objects awaken curiosity. I also liked anecdotes that ...
WriterArtist, on 07/28/2015
For Stay At Home Moms, Re-entering Workforce Isn't Easy
You are right to say that staying at home with children is work. The problem is that economists in the nineteenth century defined work as being what is done in return for cash, and so many women who looked after children were defined out of the ...
frankbeswick, on 07/28/2015
For Stay At Home Moms, Re-entering Workforce Isn't Easy
Women do multi tasks all their life and it is not easy. Moms who want to consider reentering their careers should be given opportunities to work. I hope part time jobs and work from home should become possible in future for mothers who have to ...
WriterArtist, on 07/28/2015
The Charming English Cottage Garden
A genuine cottage garden should use heritage varieties of flowers. These often are quite tall, and they should be planted quite thickly.However, there are no hard and fast rules for them, so have what flowers you want. Essential, though, to the ...
frankbeswick, on 07/28/2015
Best Floral Throw Pillows - Daisy Flowers Floral Accent Pillows For Home Decor
These look great. Zazzle has so many great items, and they are different than what you fnd in a typical store. A couple of these would also work on the rectangular pillows Zazzle has.
blackspanielgallery, on 07/28/2015
Review of Henry Vilas Zoo in Madison, WI
I see. Well, it's a nice idea :)
Mira, on 07/28/2015
Best Floral Throw Pillows - Daisy Flowers Floral Accent Pillows For Home Decor
Love daisies in decor themes. The pink and green daisies you have showcased look awesome on cushions and pillows. I have gerbera daisies in my garden and they bloom in lovely red flowers.
WriterArtist, on 07/28/2015
Review of Henry Vilas Zoo in Madison, WI
It's a a publicly-owned zoo run by volunteers.
StevenHelmer, on 07/28/2015
The Charming English Cottage Garden
No, but I love to see one, when I have a chance. They are important part of English and world heritage. Lovely photos!
Tolovaj, on 07/28/2015