Arthur & Roly,
Sorry about causing the loss of fluids, but turnabout IS fair play. I lost a good portion of the morning coffee a few days ago reading the "Power to the People" thread. Mike Hopkins posted... "Rather than SPAMming news net, I would strongly suggest that a visit to uk.rec.taxidermy might be appropriate."
I have NEVER heard anyone told to "get stuffed" quite so elegantly.
8-)))
As to the language issues, Dolly French has been diligent in instructing me in the oddities of your language and I do find it fascinating. There have been a few times (like up in the Black Country around Dudley) where the services of a translator were required, but for the most part I can communicate. I think you lot would face similar difficulties in northern Maine or the bayou country in Louisiana. 8-))
And to join a couple of related ideas (eBay, language, and things British like the .303 Enfield rifle) have a look at this Aussie's auction. Be sure to read ALL of the questions to the seller and his replies. Oh, and put the drink down first.
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See ya, Arnie