A piercing flashback to The Body Shop | Brief letters
In 1976, I desired to get my ears pierced, and my friend, Stephanie, suggested a new store in North Laine, Brighton. Although my ears weren't pierced by Anita Roddick, I had the procedure done at the back of the tiny yet fascinating store filled with small bottles and jars of unique scents. It's tragic that The Body Shop is no longer around, as mentioned in Zoe Williams' blog on February 13th. - Lynn Wiseman from Lewes, East Sussex
The Margaret Thatcher visitors' book from Downing Street during her reign was not allowed to be sold as it is the nation's property. This decision is ironic because if Thatcher had the same viewpoint during the water industry privatization in 1989, we may have healthier rivers presently. This message was conveyed by Patricia Baker-Cassidy from Oxford.
I share Ralph Fiennes' opinion on the use of trigger warnings in theaters (as reported on February 11th). However, I would be disappointed if they were removed from television shows. Whenever my spouse and I watch The Wire, we can't help but chuckle at the warning that pops up: "This show features frequent and strong language". - Stephen ChickenSwinton from Scottish Borders.
In the blog post from February 5th about Michael Jayston's passing, there was no mention of his impressive portrayal of Siegfried Sassoon in Mad Jack. This particular BBC Wednesday Play received recognition by winning an award at the Monte Carlo festival in 1971. I just thought it was worth noting. Sincerely, Roger Mortimore of Madrid, Spain
After being granted the title of "emeritus" himself, my former companion and mentor, Prof David Farmer, informed me that the term in fact indicates being "stripped of all worth" (Letters, 13 February). Richard Lamming, residing in Shaldon, Devon, relayed this information.
