'Spare the rod and spoil the child' I thought was an entreaty as in Oh do spare the rod and spoil that lovely little child.
and 'Ne'er shed a clout till may is out' I assumed meant the month of May and not the blossom of the hawthorn.
Love 'olden times' sayings and folklore. I knew someone who whenever was rushing about would shout "a stitch in time saves mine", rather liked the idea
Evidence on Andy Burnham's National Care Service proposals
Burnham to tell schools in England to adapt teaching to local business needs- what do you think?
What has survived in your garden with minimal or no watering?
Daughter not allowed to know new baby’s name until she visits him
