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Selly Manor Sayings

It is amazing how many words and sayings we use today that relate to times gone by.

Ever wondered why we say:

Quill pen link to find the answer to why we say  this old saying Born with a silver spoon in your mouth

Quill pen link to why we say this saying Canter

Quill pen link to why we say this saying Two strings to your bow

Quill pen link to why we say this saying Freelance

Click on the quills to find out!

We know lots more sayings so email us to find out more and tell us your sayings at sellymanor@bvt.org.uk