We are back from Ireland. Those who know me can probably guess what the highlight of the week was. I was so nervous beforehand but His Nibs was (is) wonderful. I am so lucky!
To the crossword
The first query is "Relax, with everything mostly consumed around six". The answer seems to be alleviate. I can see all, vi and ate. But that leaves a surplus e. So something is wrong.
The other one is "British species of tree - little ones. I have? O? I? S but I can't think of anything to fit.
As ever, I shall be grateful for your help.
steven
Thank you all for your kind welcome back and for the explanations.
I think mate is pronounced "mattay" when it's tea.
I did enjoy the holiday but the return was magical. BTW thank you to all those, like Mamyalynne and Lie-in King whose wisdom saw me through the long days.
steven