John and I spent part of the day at the library in downtown Sunderland. We did have to negotiate the Saturday shoppers traffic jam, but finally parked and found our way to the library. The local history section was filled with white haired pensioners- most of them local amateur genealogists, who were very willing to help us with our research. One of them even showed up on our door that evening- in the pouring rain, to bring us some census records that she had found.
We came home and had a great evening of Indian (you can never have too much) and wine.
More odd British-ism's
Knackered—tired
Knacker – testicles
Snecker – a guy who steals your beer at the pub
Stella Artois beer – called "wife beater" -- it has a higher alcohol content than other beers.
The saying: “It's either 6 or two three's”.
Cracket – a step-stool
Tappers – one who taps your shoulder and requests that you buy him a beer Knackers –blokes who steal your beer when you're not looking.
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