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Avoiding Hurting Peoples' Feelings - A Dangerous Idea To Teach Children?

I am not going to say that I fully agree with you but I do agree to some degree. For example, as one who was abused as a child and as an adult, I arrived at a point where anything even remotely resembling abuse would raise my antenna, get my ...

RuthCox, on 08/27/2014

Jersey Devil: Duck, Dragon, Demon, Religious Politics, Unknown Beast, Bat or Owl?

What was left was a few feathers, so the fox was nothing unless thorough. They will go into the compost bin.

frankbeswick, on 08/27/2014

Curious Cymru: The Death Omens of Wales

You clearly survived your experience of Gwrach y Rhibyn. Thankfully. Cwn Mamau seems to refer to the deities known by Romans as Matrones or by the Saxons as the mothers. They are an ancient version of the triple goddess. What is interesting is ...

frankbeswick, on 08/27/2014

Jersey Devil: Duck, Dragon, Demon, Religious Politics, Unknown Beast, Bat or Owl?

Telesto - But then they probably say the same about us.

JoHarrington, on 08/27/2014

Jersey Devil: Duck, Dragon, Demon, Religious Politics, Unknown Beast, Bat or Owl?

Frank - I love that the fox learned how to use a pedestrian crossing! Do you use those remains as compost? That was the practical side of me speaking. The other side wants it to have a decent burial, with prayers.

JoHarrington, on 08/27/2014

Tumblr - Pros and Cons as a Blogging Platform

Very well thought out article clearly listing the uses, pros and cons of Tumblr. I found this really helpful as considering Tumblr but I did not know about it in this level of detail. Thank you.

Guest, on 08/27/2014

Cultivating Pollinators: How To Grow A Bee Friendly Garden:

We're actively sorting our garden and planting to attract bees and other wildlife. This year even though we only planted a few things for bees so far we had a lot visit us.We never once got stung even walking and gardening close by. They just ...

Guest, on 08/27/2014

Daniel Craig The Newest 007

:-) Still smiling..

Telesto, on 08/27/2014

Low To Medium Priced Computerized Sewing Machine Comparisons

I think you do, you'd use it. Enjoy your purchase, I'm excited for you!

Telesto, on 08/27/2014

Jersey Devil: Duck, Dragon, Demon, Religious Politics, Unknown Beast, Bat or Owl?

That's the trouble with foxes, they do leave a mess.

Telesto, on 08/27/2014

Raised Toilet Seats Give The Elderly A Leg Up

Much healthier would be a side with arms, but no riser. Squatting would be impossible, of course, but it actually helps intestinal action that prevents constipation. The higher the seat, the more difficult it is to get things moving.

CSMcClellan, on 08/27/2014

Growing Bay Laurel~ How to care for your Bay tree

This was the most useful web article so far on planting & maintenance of the shrub. My in-ground sapling died last winter during ice storms, so even though I live in North Carolina, I am ...

Amalie, on 08/27/2014

Avoiding Hurting Peoples' Feelings - A Dangerous Idea To Teach Children?

Thank you! I like your explanation--it's important to be aware of the effect we have on other people, but we can do this without assuming we did something wrong whenever someone feels hurt.

cazort, on 08/27/2014

Daniel Craig The Newest 007

Glad your spirits were lifted Telesto. I smile every time I see Daniel Craig too I must admit.

fitzcharming, on 08/27/2014

Low To Medium Priced Computerized Sewing Machine Comparisons

Thanks for your comment Telesto. I still have my grandmother's sewing machine. And I still use it. But I definitely need some modern options.

fitzcharming, on 08/27/2014