Monthly Archives: August 2009
What’s in a Boat Name?
It is a well-known superstition that changing the name of a boat brings bad luck, but I never knew why until I read an article on globalpsychics.com recently. “Naming something, anything, serves to give it life, an energy of its … Continue reading
Filed under What's in a Name?
When Good Grammar Goes Bad
Apparently the shirt featuring this design, encouraging its readers to love the one YOUR with, was offered for sale in American Eagle stores. Ouch. See Your Right post of August 2.
Filed under When Good Grammar Goes Bad
Youse Guys
When I hear the term youse guys, I think of New Jersey and movies about the Mob. I don’t know why because I’ve never been to New Jersey and I don’t watch movies about the Mafia. Maybe it came from … Continue reading
You People
Several years ago I worked in customer service for a mail order gift store. Overall, I would say that people are generally reasonable and polite but, of course, there are always exceptions. I’ve never forgotten one of my coworkers telling … Continue reading
Filed under Grammar
Great Beginnings – Angela’s Ashes
It’s so satisfying when you begin reading a new book and are immediately captivated by the story. It could be due to a character so well drawn that she instantly interests you, or a humourous situation that has you laughing … Continue reading
Filed under Books, Great Beginnings
