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sheeps for sail
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Not really. Mylar is pretty good for making sails."See, you think I give a tulip. Wrong. In fact, while you talk, I'm thinking; How can I give less of a tulip? That's why I look interested." -
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Really? I thought everyone did!Originally posted by EternalOptimist View Postnot many people know this
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but there's only one rope on a ship

That rings a bell.Comment
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If it's a square rigger is has some ropes attached to the sail. Toe rope or something.Originally posted by Churchill View PostReally? I thought everyone did!
That rings a bell."See, you think I give a tulip. Wrong. In fact, while you talk, I'm thinking; How can I give less of a tulip? That's why I look interested."Comment
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In my finest Stewie Griffin accent
"I say, response to this thread has exceeded my expectations""Never argue with stupid people, they will drag you down to their level and beat you with experience". Mark TwainComment
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The only "rope" on a ship rings the bell!Originally posted by Moscow Mule View PostIf it's a square rigger is has some ropes attached to the sail. Toe rope or something.Comment
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I think those lines are called 'sheets'.Originally posted by Moscow Mule View PostIf it's a square rigger is has some ropes attached to the sail. Toe rope or something.My all-time favourite Dilbert cartoon, this is: BTW, a Dumpster is a brand of skip, I think.Comment
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The Vikings use wool to make sails.Originally posted by TykeMerc View PostIs wool even a suitable material for sail making?
I know this, because I set up a little thingy for a couple doing research on the wear and tear to Viking sails.
Insanity: repeating the same actions, but expecting different results.
threadeds website, and here's my blog.
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Perhaps it should be:Originally posted by scooterscot View Postsheep's for sailMy all-time favourite Dilbert cartoon, this is: BTW, a Dumpster is a brand of skip, I think.Comment
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