I think so, Jack. It is a bit difficult to understand. Basic data on air pollution were gathered from nearby monitoring sites or if not, covered by supplemental studies

P.S. MM hates emoticons, so I expect he's popped out to order a whole truck full of tomatoes to lob at me!

Welcome, Precious, and congratulations on your first post and your first poem. I had a sense of isolation in the mist, with a sudden surprise at the bird rising, and a recognition of man's smallness in the splendour of the world. Why do you

Hi blueeyes, I understood the sleep analogy; initially I thought it might be someone waking from anaesthetic, but it's too dream like.

I think "troll" means an ugly girl, Pieanne. Eejit (Irsih for "idiot") air-head gallah (Australian - refers to a very stupid parrot) dickhead (offensive) dipstick drongo (Australian) jerk loser plank (from "as thick as a

Speak to my lawyer. The writ is on its way!

Hi dav, have a look here: Post:23

On the other hand, MM, they do sometimes help to identify tone in an area where we have no visual clues as to the writers intent. A little for example can assure a poster that no offence is either intended or taken.

Well done, davkett

Hope all went well, Khoff. Look forward to seeing you again soon.