Posted by Willow on December 5, 2002, at 21:56:58
In reply to Re: Babble friends ... » Willow, posted by IsoM on December 2, 2002, at 10:28:04
> ...and don't they use willow branches for the whipping pre-sauna?
Not in Finland! They use supple young birch twigs to tie up branches which have birch leaves already on them. And they are used in the sauna when you've got a sweat going. Oh those were the days trying to mimic the adults.>And don't the willow branches make a whistling sound as they swish through the air?
I can't say that I have any first hand experience regarding the willow; however, I do recall my mother once grabbing a switch off the handliest tree available and chasing after me. My memory of the moment and laughter stopped once I tripped.>Say hi to the folks in Finland for me.
Now what would they think if I said my buddy Iso says hi? Would they think you were a wrestler off WWE (world wrestling federation.) My one uncle is missing. Today we called the police and tomorrow we should have some information. Luckily the hospital had none. Sucks being so far away. My father and I really have to get around to arranging for our passports. Did I ever mention once when he was ill he made it there and back without one? Those days are gone I guess.>
> To keep one lonely little rat company to the extent of what's normal for them is very taxing on one person.
You don't need to tell me about this. My poor daughter at first (her rat) didn't want anyone else to play with her, but now even her younger brother is welcome to. Luckily she's so cute that finding someone to take her out isn't a problem. And no way am I getting a second. I'm neurotic so if the rat starts showing my tendencies she'll fit right in.>You get the picture - Tarzan of the suburbs.
My neighbour asked me why I don't just get a farm after we got the rabbit. Our cat is starting to show his age and doesn't tolerate any of the other critters in the house, he's become a recluse running to hide under the sofa. (Which reminds me say, "I am a sofa king" really slow stressing each sylable. The things children learn at school.) I've thought of getting a few chickens for the back yard or ducks. The domestic variety, enough wildlife around here without having to take responsiblity for feeding them.Well it's time for bed again, figure I must be coming down with a cold, head aches and son is already showing signs of one. The joys of winter, I just pray that it snows more so we can go tobagganing. At least I can send the children off to go on their own. I can only wish. Two more weeks and they'll be home for the holiday.
Willow
ps dreamer i've had all sorts of things jump on me in different manners in attempts to wake me, but no one has ever dared to try that, but then i guess on your side of the ocean there aren't any wild bears left
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