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[flemmings]

1. Walked down to Spadina's Chinatown in search of sunshades. This now qualifies as A Trek, and I'm mildly pleased I managed it without knees screaming at me as much as they might have. Bought a sunshade in white with writing on it-- calligraphic Chinese, I think, and no notion what it says. But the handle turned out to be way too short. The

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[mvrdrk]

I think Brokedown Palace is supposed to give people the fantods. It's interesting how he's starting to work it into the universe as a whole, where I thought it was an independent standalone story when it first came out. I'm so behind on those books, several volumes, possibly a half dozen.

What's the Italian name of the plant?

You need a parasol? Do people use them? I only know them from historical movies.

Do the toddlers notice the change in music? I'd think they would.

[flemmings]

Oh well. Then Brust is succeeding. It's just such a switch from Paarfi. But the publishing history does predate a large chunk of Vlad

[tammylee]

I just wanted to jump in here and say... I use an umbrella all the time when I'm out walking in the sun. I'm not keen on sunscreen and like flemmings said, hats and sunglasses aren't sufficient.

Hissss, the day star burns!

[flemmings]

Also sunscreen smells. And sticks. And turns you into shake'n'bake if you're near sand.

Also my water pills mean I'm supposed to 'avoid prolonged or intense exposure to the sun' even with sunscreen. So yes, sun shades or umbrellas. (Umbrellas can be used for those sudden showers as well.)

[mvrdrk]

I have to try using a sunshade!

[flemmings]

Just try to find one with a long handle. Where you are, maybe a light-coloured umbrella would work better.

[mvrdrk]

There's a shop here that custom makes umbrellas. I'm sure it's an arm and a leg, but it'll be cool to go look.

[flemmings]

Oh zowie. Yes, do check it out. Though my own desire really is for an oil paper one, because they look so cool.