In the latest video, Exclusive 141, I start off the show in the shower. Some might wonder about the tattoo on my inner, upper arm written in Hebrew.
The reason it’s in Hebrew - ancient Hebrew, in fact - is that it’s taken directly from Ezekiel 34:25: “They shall dwell safely in the wilderness, and sleep in the woods.”
This was my first tattoo at age 35. I was holding out for the perfect idea. Some eagle-eyed viewers may notice that Eze 34:25 also shows up in some of my videos as a tin poster on my back wall.
I got tired of carrying booze, fuel, and medicine and got the bright idea to see if a strong enough whiskey might not serve all three purposes.
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For centuries, families across Britain slept in what was known as a box bed, a wooden bed built into the wall or enclosed with doors, designed to keep out the bitter cold of winter.
Far more than a place to sleep, the box bed was a practical solution in cottages where space was limited and every bit of warmth mattered. By enclosing the bed, families trapped precious heat, reduced draughts and gained a little privacy in homes where several generations often lived under one roof.
These humble beds witnessed every stage of life. Children were tucked into them at night, babies were born in them, and loved ones spent their final hours there, surrounded by family. In many cottages, the box bed even formed part of the wall itself, helping divide the living and sleeping areas of a single-room home.
To modern eyes they may seem cramped, but to those who lived through harsh winters with little comfort, the box bed was a warm, secure refuge, a simple piece of craftsmanship that helped ordinary families ...
