Runnybeak That did sound a bit odd didn't it. I think what I'm trying to say is that getting stung by nettles is (or was) an integral part of growing up. That scent of damp woods, tree camps and big nettle patches to fall right into But those dock leaves really do work don't they
Yes indeed a wonderful tale. Not that I'm particularly into cricket though I have scored a village game or two and provided teas but a gift like that just might have turned me into a fan
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That did sound a bit odd didn't it. I think what I'm trying to say is that getting stung by nettles is (or was) an integral part of growing up. That scent of damp woods, tree camps and big nettle patches to fall right into 
But those dock leaves really do work don't they 
Dove; that is amazing, what a fabulous anecdote and heirloom!
a true legend of the game! How wonderful!
Yes indeed a wonderful tale. Not that I'm particularly into cricket though I have scored a village game or two and provided teas but a gift like that just might have turned me into a fan
I've got a theory that it's that first sting of the season that's the worst - I wonder if it acclimatises you to further stings? Kind of immunisation?
landgirl100, the answer is no it definitely doesn't. I still rash up the same whether it's the first or the last (after many years pratice)
and the word gullible isn't in the dictionary, check it out.
I'm off to try it now Verdun