Ronnie By The Sea

Spring Onions / Green Onions / Allium Fistulosum, also known as Shallots in some countries, can be re-grown from the root offcut in your garden.  Yes it can be done... but there are some important steps along the way for growing shallots / spring onions if you want to do it again and again. First buy a bunch from the market and aim for a larger thicknesses in the bunch. Make sure you buy the ones with the roots still attached. Cut the stem of the spring onions off about an inch above the roots. Keep the remaining spring onions to use in your cooking. Next you need a glass to start the green onions growing again. One that light can penetrate because you are going to put it on a window sill where it can benefit from sunlight. Put your green onions in the glass - its fine to crowd them in, with the roots on the bottom of the glass. Put a small amount of water covering the roots - note covering the roots only! Then place your glass on a window sill that get ambient sun light or even di...

Ogden Nash was an American poet celebrated for his clever and amusing verses that won over readers with his distinct style of poetry. One of his exceptional works, "The Possum," is a delightful piece that blends Nash's playful language with a sprinkle of fancifulness. This write-up takes a closer look at the poem's themes, structure, and language techniques, providing a thorough evaluation of its enduring popularity. I. Overview of Ogden Nash and his Poetry: Before delving into the specifics of "The Possum," it is important to understand the poet behind it. Ogden Nash, born in 1902, gained fame for his light-hearted and satirical poems. He possessed a remarkable talent for crafting clever wordplay and employing unconventional rhyme schemes. Nash's poetry often celebrated the quirks of human nature and the absurdities of everyday life. II. Unpacking "The Possum": "The Possum" is a concise yet engaging poem that exemplifies Nash's d...