Where does the phrase "as black as up lovers" come from. Suggestions have been a mining term, or simply as dark as lovers lane. Any one any thoughts or facts. Serious answers would be appreciated, as...
Recently my partner waded into the sea with his shoes on to rescue a friend who couldn't stand up, (medical condition, not drunk). We have dried the shoes out thoroughly but there are obvious salt...
Last year there was an event causing the moon to look much larger than usual (an optical illusion) as it was setting it was also rather red in colour. I've forgotten the date of this occurence....
