A fun article from the BBC kicked off an interesting discussion about chat up lines and dating in general. I think we will carry on the conversation in Wednesday's chat. The reading:- Speed dating involves men and women meeting in a room and finding out as much as they can about possible partners in three […]

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Ashes to Diamonds Wow what a topic. The idea of having your dead relatives turned into diamonds really got people talking.Most, who expressed a preference, didn't like the idea, but preferred the traditional burial or normal cremation.One thing though it did get people talking! The Reading British customers are flocking to an American company which […]

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Well, this was the third time I opened the room. Lots of visitors and (I think) a bit more active participation. No disruption so that was nice too. This time the lesson lasted its alloted hour, which was much better, longer and I think people get too tired, I know I do.The topic was interesting […]