I have always been struck by the image of emblem of Essex, where I was born and bred. Most outsiders snigger and deride the place, once you get to know the place and its secret backwaters it is steeped in history and wonder. If you are keen on cricket and or know an Essex supporter this image may make an ideal gift.
The swords are known as saxes which and the Saxons were named after, and Essex of course derives from "east Saxons"
Following the sad events recently in Paris, Beirut and around the world, this years end of year greeting card pays respect to this with the wish for peace.
I wish you the very best have wonderful and peaceful time over the holiday period. Merry Xmas.
A variation of the Hamster wheel idea where the cyclist is the Hamster using miniature road bicyclist power to the wheels. The tweed rider is on a Soma Smoothie with flat bars.
Once a year in this part of the world in September there is a sense of excitement in the air as Australian Football League (AFL) better known as Aussie Rules approaches the Grand Final. This year it is Hawthorn Hawks vs the West Coast Eagles.
Sorry it is a bit late for the big game this year.
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