I have returned after a period of soul-searching (I didn't find it, if
anyone is interested, and my wife doubts that I ever had one but I looked
high and low, anyway - mainly low because I can't stand heights)

I promise not to get in a pickle, JennyC, because I don't relish it! However
I'm still trying to find a good way of dealing with my leeks. Someone has
suggested that a plaster over the top might help and another talked about
some dutch boy and a finger - then he said damn and I put the 'phone down.
I'll not talk to anyone who can't keep a civil tongue in his head.

I'll also not repeat what it was I think he said as I'm sure you're both too
delicately minded.

If I knew what "ecologically" meant, Martin, I might take offence and -
well, do something about it - like spit! I thought of throwing myself on the
floor in a tantrum but, knowing my luck, I probably miss.

As a matter of interest, I notice that there's a strong discussion (is that
the word?) going on elsewhere in this group!! It seems that some people
think that global warming can be solved by shouting rude words at each other
and calling each other names - rather, in fact, like being back in the third
form! No wonder governments can never seem to come to an agreement - they
don't know the right words! But for goodness sake, JennyC and Martin and
anyone else listening), don't tell the others that we're here! Keep your
heads down! Avoid the flak, at all costs.

Thanks for your support, both, I shall wear it constantly!

Finally, if there's anyone really interested, I shall just sprinkle some
"Growmore" around my leeks and put a layer of compost on to stop the soil
drying out (lol)!!!!!!

Kindest regards,

John

"Martin" wrote in message
...
On Mon, 20 Aug 2007 11:02:55 +0200, "JennyC"
wrote:


"John Vanini" wrote

I, also, think that hickory smoked bacon would be best, with the rind
left
on and the rashers cooked so that the fat is just slighty crispy. Then
the
leeks added, with a Mornay sauce poured over and a couple of fried eggs
placed gently on the side of the plate! Finally, a dusting of black
pepper
over the eggs and the sauce!

Drool................................:~))

The trouble is, there are too many comedians in this newsgroup, it seems
to me (lol)!!!! Thanks Jenny and La Puce and, if I may say so, it seems
that, in answer to my question, I got a load of old sauce (lol) - but I
enjoyed it!

Don't get in a pickle over it John :~)

We are looking for an ecologically produced vinegar for the crocus and
gherkin
pickles.
--

Martin