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Who Is 'The Writin' Cowboy'?
Welcome to the world of Wizzley. This is such a nice way to introduce yourself. I should have done it long ago, now it is in my pending list.
WriterArtist, on 07/26/2014
Michael Miller Fabulous Fabric Swatches for Quilting, Crafts etc
Beautiful prints on these fabrics.
paperfacets, on 07/25/2014
Arizona, the Death Penalty and First Amendment Rights Suspended
Some books can be valued but not enjoyed
frankbeswick, on 07/25/2014
How do the British Make Tea? Absolutely Not Like You Think We Do
I have looked it up. Camelia sinensis [tea as we know it] is the best Camelia for drinks, as it has been bred for the purpose; however, other Camelias can be used as tea, though not with the same level of taste. Tea made from Camelia sasquana is ...
frankbeswick, on 07/25/2014
How do the British Make Tea? Absolutely Not Like You Think We Do
I don't know anyone personally. It is, though, worth an enquiry.
frankbeswick, on 07/25/2014
How do the British Make Tea? Absolutely Not Like You Think We Do
I think this should be a matter of urgent research! Who do we know who can do it?
JoHarrington, on 07/25/2014
How do the British Make Tea? Absolutely Not Like You Think We Do
Tea is Camelia sinensis. I wonder whether any other members of the Camelia family can provide us with beverages.
frankbeswick, on 07/25/2014
The Battle of Bosworth - An Event Which Changed the Course of British History
I'm glad you liked it.
Tell me, does Leicestershire feel any residual guilt over the whole car park incident?
JoHarrington, on 07/25/2014
The Battle of Bosworth - An Event Which Changed the Course of British History
Great article! I'd recommend anyone in the area to visit as it's definitely an interesting and worthwhile day out.
Paul, on 07/25/2014
How do the British Make Tea? Absolutely Not Like You Think We Do
I'm really bad at art too. Though I have been experimenting with it just recently. Some of the results turn up on Wizzley as thumbnails.
JoHarrington, on 07/25/2014
Caring for your soil
I overlooked some important points about pots. If potted plants grow they can become root bound, which means that their roots press against the sides of the pot and curl round. Hence you have to move the large ones to a bigger pot in the end. ...
frankbeswick, on 07/25/2014
How do the British Make Tea? Absolutely Not Like You Think We Do
I could not draw the picture. I have to confess that my great weakness is art. I can draw only slowly and with difficulty.
frankbeswick, on 07/25/2014
How do the British Make Tea? Absolutely Not Like You Think We Do
Frank - Now I have a mental picture of a mushroom drinking a cuppa of tea. If this was Reddit, someone would have drawn that for us by now!
JoHarrington, on 07/25/2014
Arizona, the Death Penalty and First Amendment Rights Suspended
Frank - That is a fabulous book! Horrible things to read - given the subject matter and all - but very thought-provoking. You raise some very good points as usual.
The US take on the death penalty is that it's primary to be retribution, and ...
JoHarrington, on 07/25/2014
How do the British Make Tea? Absolutely Not Like You Think We Do
Alexandria - My Mum pointed out that this 'ancient' and 'mystical' Celtic wisdom pretty much dates from the 1970s. Until then, no-one had tea-bags, therefore the order in which they were taken out wasn't an issue. LOL
JoHarrington, on 07/25/2014