Advantages: Read Op
Disadvantages: Read Op

...'The grass is always greener on the other side'. Does anyone else remember the children's story about the three billy goats who looked over the bridge to the other field and decided that the grass looked far nicer on the other side. So even though there is a troll under the bridge separating the two fields the goats decide that they are going to cross that bridge. This is the very basic bottom line behind the expression, no matter what the dangers may be posed by this jealousy and need for what others have, no matter whether or not it may seriously harm us, it is simply a human weakness to go for them anyway. Now this sort of tale can teach us a lot, and I do mean other than certain rather dark truths about other sections of human nature, such as if you're a bully like the troll you are far better picking on the smaller victims... Read review

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Advantages: Good story, nice pictures.
Disadvantages: I don`t like the troll.

...it makes them sound fierce and they are not. The 3 goats have obviously eaten all of the grass where they are and they would like to cross the bridge over the river where they think the grass is greener. They look like wild mountain goats so they are not enclosed in actual fields and after roaming they stumble accross the river which is preventing them from reaching the greener grass. The fierce and ugly troll won`t let them cross the bride. Every time he heard footsteps on the bridge going trip trap (this is when the puppet show may come in), he would jump up and gobble up who was trying to cross. The 3 goats were desperate to eat the grass as it was the best they had ever seen, they must have been really hungry. The goats were all different sizes. The first little goat went first, trip trap trip trap. The troll threatened... Read review

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Advantages: Weather and some local people
Disadvantages: Lonely, no sense of humour, loss of cash oh and no hp sauce

...'s sister had led us up the garden path to say the least and his wages were dire, not even enough to pay our rent let alone live. BUYING OUR PROPERTY ***************************** Domani Domani remember these words! Translated it means tomorrow, unfortuately it means some time in the near future to the italians (you can't blame them for this, thats just the way it works) So eventually after six months we actually signed for our property but unfortuantely by then family units had broken down and wages not delivered. Two weeks after we actually signed we had to return home as without the language out there you do not stand a chance. Despite doing an hour a night on the language tapes there really is no better way to learn the language than to get out there and try it. I must stress...... 1) That the grass really is no greener. 2... Read review

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Advantages: Love.
Disadvantages: None if you are honest.

...Something has touched my heart tonight. I read a review earlier and that upset me, but it made me emotional and perhaps a bit romantic and thoughtful. Before I start the letter I just want you to know how I feel. It’s about relationships and how we take our partners for granted and think the grass is greener on the other side. Usually the lawn is bare, but we roll around on it anyway, and then we rue our actions. A quick screw, or a bit of excitement, relieving us of our daily routine. A bit of affection misplaced, or attention from a previously unknown or un-noticed source always makes us feel better. We love to be valued and loved as humans and that is what keeps us alive, constantly striving to be noticed in one way or another. It is easy getting up from 9-5, going to work, taking the kids to school, hubby going to work... Read review

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Advantages: Plenty to see,Good break from the coast.
Disadvantages: Lots of hills.

...I first visited the provençal town of Grasse with a friend who needed to renew his passport in a hurry,  in time for an urgent business trip. Those of you who have come across french bureaucracy will be well aware that this left me with plenty of time for some sightseeing. The first thing I noticed about Grasse was the freshness of the air, whether this was the change from the traffic fumes of  Nice or the scent of flowers or just that it was a shade cooler here at over 300m compared to the coast I am not sure. Probably it was a combination of the three. Grasse is only a half hours drive west of Nice and is about nine miles south of Cannes. You may hear that Grasse is on the Route Napoléon do not spend your time searching for a motorway , this is a reference to the route taken by Napoléon after his escape from Elba and landing... Read review

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Advantages: None.
Disadvantages: Horrendous, heart breaking, potential fatal disease

...I am going to assume a basic level of equine knowledge with this report. I will try not to assume much veterinary knowledge, but if I am confusing or unclear, please leave questions in comments and I will try to answer them all! Overview Firstly, why did I rate this as very poor? Well, this is a potentially fatal disease for horses and ponies. Pretty poor I would say. Grass sickness, (or Equine Dysautonomia to give it the veterinary name) is a degenerative condition of the autonomic nervous system (ANS). The nervous system is the control system of the body, the ANS, specifically, is involved in maintaining a constant, stable state in the body. If the ANS is affected, the movement of the bowel is affected (known as paralytic ileus) and so the guts become paralysed. Background Cases are presently restricted to the UK... Read review

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Advantages: Classic fragrance.
Disadvantages: None in my view!

...**Review of Elizabeth Arden Blue Grass Eau de Parfum for Her** Elizabeth Arden products have been a long time favourite of mine as they evoke memories of my mother and aunties. When I was 5 (I'm almost 50 now!) I was a bridesmaid for my auntie, I recall being allowed a dab of her Blue Grass as it was a special occasion, even now the scent reminds me of that lovely day!! This particular fragrance was first developed in the 1930's and has undergone a revival having been re-introduced in 1989. Fragrances of this style have never really been out of fashion. **History and Background of Elizabeth Arden (December 31, 1878 - October 19, 1966)* * Elizabeth Arden, originally named Florence Nightingale Graham, was born in Woodbridge, Ontario, Canada. She was the fourth of five children of a Scottish grocer. She worked a host of odd... Read review

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Advantages: Chance to keep your purchases and get paid to shop
Disadvantages: Assignments are not that regular from my personal experience

...Grassroots is one of two mystery shopper agencies that I have used; the other is Retail Eyes which I have already reviewed a few weeks ago. The two are very similar in operation and while this review is not about comparing the two my own personal preference is for Retail Eyes as the one major difference between the two companies is that with Retail Eyes you go to the website and search for assignments you want to do while with Grassroots you have to wait for an e-mail invite to carry out an assignment and even then you are not guaranteed to get the job. About the Company Grass Roots PLC is one of the top online UK market research agencies. Having a solid reputation is important, firstly it gives you confidence that you will be paid for your efforts and not taken advantage of and secondly market presence means... Read review

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Advantages: Good taste, good value for money, great with cocktails, something different with good history
Disadvantages: Not good if you just like vodka and coke!

...The first time i tried this was a couple of years ago when my dad bought a bottle back from Poland having been there for business. They apparantly often close business deals with a shot of vodka, something you cant imagine happening in England! Zubrowka (pronounced Zub-ruf-ka) is a quality vodka combined with spirits infused with Bison grass from the Bialoweiska Forest in Poland. Packaging Clear Glass bottle, with a white label with a picture of a bison on. The obvious giveaway is in fact the piece of grass from the bison field from the products native poland. Bottle Size 70cl Price You'd be looking at around £14-£15. I have seen it in Uk supermarkets and off licences. Taste The flavour of this vodka is quite unique i've never tried anything like it! It tastes of herbs, mixed with vanilla, but also has a hint... Read review

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Advantages: Marlene and Boycie play these parts so well.
Disadvantages: Nothing can compare to Only Fools and Horses!!!

...If you are a fan of John Sullivan's Only Fools and Horses you will love this spin-off' called Green Green Grass' also written by John Sullivan. Even if you have never seen Only Fools and Horses you will still enjoy as it is full of fun and originality. First let me introduce you to Boycie and Marlene. For those of you who know them from Only Fools and Horses they are the best duo of the sitcom. Boycie is a stubborn and snobby business man who owns a dodgy second hand car show room. He sees anyone as 'having a pound less than him as a peasant' as described by Del Boy. He has been married to Marlene for many years who is the merry, yet dopey one of the couple. She ignores his grumpy moods and manages to keep a smile on her face at all times. Before they were married, Marlene was the girl all the men knew well..... When... Read review

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