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The 13 Ways to End Autopilot Cycle Rut and Help Personal Development

Thank you, Derdriu. I will try to do that. There are wonderful alleys and patches of vegetations even downtown.

Mira, on 07/28/2018

Knit Stitches For Increases and Decreases

@DerdriuMarriner I am having fun with the MKAL (mystery knit along), but it is not a mystery any longer as we (the group) is working on the last "clue" to end the shawl. I'm new to this type of thing, and I suppose groups could get together and ...

dustytoes, on 07/28/2018

Knit Stitches For Increases and Decreases

dustytoes, Thank you for the practical information and the product line. How are the mystery knit-alongs going? Do local groups form or is the contact solely online? Sounds as fun as a scavenger hunt!

DerdriuMarriner, on 07/28/2018

Italian Bread With Plum Tomatoes: The Joy of Bruschetta

I first had bruschetta on the streets of Florence, Italy. I had never tasted it before and it was being sold from street stalls, fresh bruschetta made whilst we waited, the scent of fresh basil filling the air. I tasted it and the sensation of ...

Veronica, on 07/27/2018

Keswick to Threlkeld Railway Walk, Cumbria

Thank you.What beautiful and positive words you say. I am in Essex for a few days and have some amazing things to share with you all when I get home. I am very blessed. I had my birthday this month and my gifts from my men have been;- -a ...

Veronica, on 07/27/2018

Cinereus Ringtail Possums (Pseudochirulus cinereus) of Daintree River in Queensland, Australia

AngelaJohnson, Thank you for the appreciation! It's always interesting to find how similar names and words are used differently, particularly in the case of the Land Down Under, where there's quite an imaginative use of language.

DerdriuMarriner, on 07/27/2018

James Hope in Watkins Glen: Civil War Artist Finds Paradise in Stunning Glaciated New York Landscape

paperfacets, Thank you for appreciating Hope's rendering of Watkins Glen. The actual gorge and the artistic interpretation are more than worth the trip.

DerdriuMarriner, on 07/27/2018

The 13 Ways to End Autopilot Cycle Rut and Help Personal Development

Mira, Thank you! It would be interesting to read a write-up on one of your altered routes since you always find the exact phrases for experiencing your reactions (to paraphrase Fernando Pessoa) and since you always have such beautiful images.

DerdriuMarriner, on 07/27/2018

Keswick to Threlkeld Railway Walk, Cumbria

Veronica, Yes, and you're one of the best, most generous travel guides around (which is why I always vote up your articles, travel and otherwise)!

DerdriuMarriner, on 07/27/2018

Italian Bread With Plum Tomatoes: The Joy of Bruschetta

Veronica, Me too, I appreciate bruschetta. Thank you for the insights about the role of the oil. You must be spot-on about that since oil on bread is a favorite item that Brazilians enjoy at home and try not to do without when they emigrate or ...

DerdriuMarriner, on 07/27/2018

Italian Bread With Plum Tomatoes: The Joy of Bruschetta

Margielynn, Thank you for the appreciation. I like to serve this on a day when I also prepare Czech cucumber and tomato salad.

DerdriuMarriner, on 07/27/2018

Czech Republic Comfort Food Recipe for Blueberry Bubble Cake: Easy and Scrumptiously Pretty

Margielynn, Thank you for the appreciation! This recipe is a crowd-pleaser, regardless of whether the blueberries are canned or fresh (even though I always make the latter). Me too, I like the combination and contributions of the berries and the ...

DerdriuMarriner, on 07/27/2018

Czech Republic Comfort Food Recipe for Salad of Chopped Tomatoes With Cucumbers

Margielynn, Thank you for the appreciation! Cucumbers and tomatoes are win-win, especially during this summer's hot, rainy waves.

DerdriuMarriner, on 07/27/2018

The Lincoln Theatre Columbus Ohio

katiem2, Thank you for the restoration history. It's a tribute to the original construction that almost 100 years later its design, materials and purpose are passing the test of time. Do you know if any live performer has been back for the ...

DerdriuMarriner, on 07/27/2018

Flying Cars for Personal Transportation: George Yan and the EHang 184

katiem2, Thank you and Amen! Alexander George's article is convincing in its images and information. Traffic control pops up as a major concern, regarding bird lanes, high buildings and other drivers!

DerdriuMarriner, on 07/27/2018