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in consumption's avatar

My Nonno had the same habit of covering glasses of water with things (the metal lid from butter container most often, but also fabric napkins or cling film, like your Yiayia). He also passed away a few months ago and like you I don't live in the same place as him. I am glad you've had time to remember her and nice messages from people, but also that he has a glass-covering counterpart out there, because we all thought he was mad.

I've really been enjoying each week of This Week I Learned, so thank you for taking the time to create these.

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Stacy Gougoulis's avatar

What a lovely message to get, thanks Natalie! Sorry for the loss of your Nonno. Instead of ‘pouring one out’ we’ll have to ‘cover one up’ for our beloved elders. ❤️

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Geoff Orton's avatar

Well I just learned something too. We don't feel wetness? Does anything feel wetness? I mean my cat is terrified of water, but what does he know?

Also, seen any good holiday movies yet? I'm looking forward to the yearly National Lampoon's watch with Z.

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Stacy Gougoulis's avatar

Cats don't feel wetness but Norman does. Do you know I have never seen NL christmas. We were just talking about how we haven't watched any films yet and tomorrow is Christmas EVE! Maybe this will be the film to watch. I usually try watch It's A Wonderful LIfe every year but I am a sap.

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Geoff Orton's avatar

NL is worth a go. Just watch it in the knowledge it was made in the late 80s..

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Stacy Gougoulis's avatar

Okay, I won't expect any references to the Foo Fighters!

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