• sailorman commented on the post, catcher 1 year, 1 month ago

    When I think of the word – catcher – what comes to mind – Catcher in the rye – what a great book. a pleasure to read and really thought provoking. Wish there were more such books

  • sailorman commented on the post, temper 1 year, 1 month ago

    Temper tantrums are best avoided. it does more harm then good. If one is prone to throwing temper tantrums, it may be a good idea to practice anger management. This would be good for your stress level and blood pressure.

  • sailorman wrote about the word thread 1 year, 9 months ago

    A single thread can be very important. When used in stitches by the doctor, it saves lives. A thread holds together all our garments.

  • sailorman wrote about the word elastic 1 year, 9 months ago

    Elastic has changed the way our socks look. Can you imagine the past, when the socks / stockings would be gathered around the ankles, possibly held up by a line. Elastic saves the day for us today.

  • sailorman wrote about the word driving 1 year, 9 months ago

    When driving up the hill in heavy rain, the road tends to be very slippery and dangerous. One has to be extra careful. There is also a risk of landslides.

  • sailorman wrote about the word brick 1 year, 9 months ago

    Brick by brick, a wall is build. The humble brick, together with others works as a mighty bulwark and supports huge structures.

  • sailorman wrote about the word canvas 1 year, 9 months ago

    Life is a huge canvas. Paint it the way you want things to be. Do not regret later that you did not get colors of your choice. This canvas is going to be your own, designed and painted by you.

  • sailorman wrote about the word boiling 1 year, 9 months ago

    The kettle was on the fire and water was boiling. The steam rising out of the spout was looking very nice. When poured over the ground coffee, the boiling water released a wonderful aroma and the coffee made the room smell beautiful.

  • sailorman wrote about the word ill 1 year, 10 months ago

    Illness can strike anyone at any time. The feeling of uneasiness on being is typical. One can never be prepared to be ill. it always makes you feel terrible. Good health and exercise is the best way to avoid getting ill.

  • Etiquette is a very much hyped word. Lots of things are forced upon you because of it. I feel the best is to behave in a manner which is clean and comfortable. It should not be offensive to the people around you. The civilised world has many classes for young ladies to learn proper etiquette

  • sailorman wrote about the word mean 1 year, 10 months ago

    Mean is a word with a lot of meaning. What do you mean? How mean you are!!!! What is the mean value? She is a mean girl. The choices are too many.

  • sailorman wrote about the word loft 2 years, 8 months ago

    The loft was damp and dark. it was full of cobwebs and had a very musty smell. It was not a place one would like to enter.

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