I grew these oaks from acorns gathered from outside our department at the University of Stirling. They are called Tom, Hazel, Kirsten and Doug to remind me of the wonderful young people I undertook my PhD with. If you have ever considered research it is never too late- I had a blast.
An extraordinary woman, and one of a number in that era who set up garages aimed at women, although hers was one of the few which not only was staffed entirely by women but also lasted quite a long time.
Featured in my book, Sisters Behind the Wheel. Details in ALT.
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When you find a dark and dingy alleyway (snicket / ginnel / other term!) keep your eyes peeled for plaster, limewash and paint finishes! 😀
This example is from Kirkby Stephen, Cumbria.
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The same goes for other out of the way and sheltered places, like behind drainpipes, under vegetation, behind graves/monuments that have later been fixed to walls and even just around the back/side of a building (often where the bins are kept!).
Pretty pleased with how this is coming along. What was it Dolly Parton said, “it takes a lot of money to look this cheap”: substitute time for money.
Alice Elizabeth Anderson #Australian businesswoman, garage proprietor, designer & mechanic. Set up 1st all-women garage workshop in Australia in 1919, mothers from across country would send their daughters to garage to learn how to drive b. #OTD 8 Jun 1897 en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Alice_E...
