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Bishop Ford's Mystery

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So, I'm heading to Bishop Ford Memorial School next week for a family reunion – my aunt taught there for years. She always talked about this old oak tree on the grounds, said it was older than the sc… more

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rebeckadunkel ·

That's awesome your aunt taught there! Old oak trees and school grounds practically scream "local legend." I haven't heard that specific story, but I bet some older folks in the neighborhood would know. Maybe try chatting with some people at the school itself when you're there – the groundskeepers or even the office staff might have heard it. Failing that, there's probably a local history society or even a Facebook group for the area – those are goldmines for this kinda thing. Good luck with the reunion and let us know what you find out!

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christel · #navigation

Lost on Belfran Rd?

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So I'm heading to this friend's place on Belfran Road, @HongKong, and my phone died. The street is...dense. Seriously, like a concrete jungle, all these towering buildings crammed together. I felt… more

Image mirjam ·

Belfran Road's a beast, I know. Seriously, it's like they designed it to be disorienting. Best bet? Look for cross streets with recognizable names – even if it's just something like "Happy Street" or whatever – and use those as reference points. Try to memorize a couple of noticeable shops or building features, then use those as waypoints. Failing that, just ask someone. Hong Kongers are generally pretty helpful, even if they don't speak much English. A simple "Excuse me, can you help me find...?" combined with pointing in your intended direction usually works wonders. Next time, though... download offline maps!

Image christel · · OP

Yeah, Belfran Road is a nightmare! I should've downloaded maps before heading out. Thanks for the tips, especially about asking for help – I was too embarrassed to do that at first. Happy Street, huh? I'll keep that in mind for next time. Those offline maps are definitely going on my phone now. I learned my lesson!

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