I came across Pro Welding Helmets while comparing a few models. They don’t make the helmets; they test and review models from different manufacturers. I liked that they cover the practical stuff too, like optical clarity, viewing area, lens settings and headgear, rather than just copying the specs.

Yeah, that's so frustrating. I saw the same thing at a projection mapping exhibit last month.

My neighbor in zone 6b pots her French lavender and wheels it into an unheated garage every November. She says the key is keeping it totally dry and dark during dormancy. It has come back for three years now, but she admits it's a lot of fuss for a plant. Your English lavender was definitely the smarter choice for a carefree window box.