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Sure does. I was playing with this idea for some time now: natural dye used for ink. I heard about galls of certain plants, but don't know how to extract the dye... Alcohol is probably one option, but what percentage? Do you have a tip from this area, too?

You will be the first, promised - if I ever finish it ;-) SY

It took me ages to notice too. When I did, I inwardly applauded. Genius!

Good luck with your novel. Us fans want to read it.

Lol Jo, you had me going to the book shelves and check for myself - never noticed before that TP isn't using chapters ;-) Great article, I will bear your tips in mind when I ever finish that famous novel that is lingering somewhere in my ADD riddled brain, SY

What a clever idea! I've heard about gyms being handy, but these are one step further (pun intended). Gyms being footsy?

Thank you very much!

You're never going to read a novel in the same way now, are you? LOL

Yes, I really do that and not just in this. But then I'm fascinated by writing and I enjoy it, so I'm bound to metaphorically lift up the bonnet to see how it all works.

Congrats on the editors choice!

I like this! (Even thought I'm not a writer). It's really usefully informative for people who actually are writers...what with your research methodology and all xP

You've always said to be a better writer, just find a novel you enjoy and look to see what the author did. Now I can really see what you meant by that. :)

Yes they are ;-) SY

Your trip was amazing. I can only image the excitement to be there and see real animals, not the poor prisoners in our zoo. It is good to know about guided tours and especially open top vans. We really don't want to miss the wildlife. Now I want to see a lion too:)

Oops. I won't be calling you! I don't want you deleting anything!
Sigh, I guess we each have to juggle things our own way, right?

I've not read that one. Though your description has me buzzing with questions. I'd better find it and read it forthwith!

Somehow this reminds me of Richard Bach's book, "Running From Safety". Fifty years ago, he had made a promise to come back through time and teach himself everything he had learned from living. The pledge was forgotten until the day when, midair in his paraglider, Richard met Dickie Bach, age nine, who expected the promise to be kept...

Utterly fascinating and inspiring book.

Your welcome Katie :) I especially like the flower pot and Gargoyle footer, but preserving rain water is a really good idea... Thanks for commenting!

Oh no don't tell me LOL!!!!! I got behind in my watching and I've had to do catch up with DVDs. I haven't got up to the current series yet. I love Grey's. It's the only medical drama I watch. A Grey's Anatomy character would have to be on my top pick list for Halloween but I don't like the Halloween scrub costumes. The real thing is so much better :D

I'm glad to hear it.

And if you ever do make it to Britain, I'd love to show you around Glastonbury. It really is a remarkable place. Happy Summer Solstice to you too. <3