why "Indian azalea" ? [OMG] we should call it "Chinese Azalea" ;)
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Classmate's prose in English:
I am captivated by the Indian azalea, its vibrant blooms radiating with an otherworldly glow, pulsating with life. When the hills and valleys erupt in a riot of azalea blossoms, their fiery clusters cascading down the slopes, the spectacle is so breathtaking, as if half the sky has been painted crimson. Yet, amid this grandeur, the azalea remains humble and resilient, thriving in the harshest wilderness or the heart of bustling cities, wherever it finds a patch of soil to call its own.
With each return of spring, my heart yearns for the sight of the Indian azalea, even if it's just a fleeting glimpse. In Shenzhen, I sought it out; in Japan, I embarked on a quest; in Belgium, I held onto hope; and now, even in Toronto, I continue my search. Yet, the azalea remains elusive, its presence nowhere to be found. Surely, it must exist here, hidden somewhere amidst the urban landscape.
Peonies, magnolias, tulips, and roses, with their captivating beauty, may allure many. But my heart belongs to the Indian azalea, for it is the flower of my homeland, the flower that blooms within my soul. Longing for home, I yearn for the sight of its familiar blossoms.
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Near Benhall Mill Road - busy road :(
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Alfriston - next to the old bank
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nice walk along the river to O2
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The King
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inside the pub
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Wood fire still on :)
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Cutty Sark pub since year 1695 and the King served here b4 - stewed fished 23 pounds, a pint 7 pounds
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eatable and tried today. sweet and a bit sour - same taste as before.
The other kinds (many in the UK) with much broader leafs - not tasty at all.
Sue P advised that they are toxic - she googled it.
爷爷奶奶 常说:艳山红吃多了 烂鼻子
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