Re: Completely up to you. ;-)claws_n_stripesMarch 15 2006, 06:51:43 UTC
(Pablo was unquestionably correct.) I distinctly remember some ranting about zie, neologisms, not even being able to use neologisms by strict dictionary terms (like anyone uses anyword that way) and rotting steak. Now you called it "linguistic purity" which just trying to cover the fact that where the language is concerned you are a reactionary because languages in the pure, natural sense evolve and change.
A grammatically correct sentence containing horrid neologisms is still a grammatically correct sentence. This is where we get into matters of style-- a separate issue altogether. In any case, when I typed what I typed, I certainly didn't have you in mind, and-- lest this go unsaid one second longer than need be-- not only do I not think you're an asshat, but I also think you're the exact opposite of one. Don't know what it is for sure but I bet it's awesome and I apologize for unintentionally implying that you were anything but.
. . .too many options in that quiz. Suffice it to say that 1) you don't scare me, but you haven't given me a reason to be scared of you (and if you ever do, that'll probably end us speaking to each other); 2) you underestimate what risks I'm willing to take; and 3) I didn't know that peppermint oil actually hurt, as it's not ever been anywhere near my equipment. With that: c and d obviously, but possibly a.
Re: Completely up to you. ;-)akaiyumeMarch 16 2006, 05:29:43 UTC
Apology accepted and one returned if I misunderstood your intentions in mentioning the word "asshat." I personally don't see the difference between "style" and "grammatically correct" since I think of the later as just a type of style (instead of a thing or a rightness/wrongness in itself).
As for the rest:
1)the only people who should be afraid of me are those who have given me reason to act in such a way that would cause a sensible person to be afraid. being called an "asshat" (even if it were more than implied) - not a reason
so I wasn't trying to scare you. and I'm kinda confused why that is even brought up.
2) maybe I will ask for a fuller explanation of this at sometime
3) I wouldn't say the feeling from peppermint oil is inherently painful. The sensation is sort of tingly icy-hot (at the same time). It is the intensity of said sensation that defines whether it feels painful or good or both at the same time to any particular person.
Know how when you eat something strongly minty or mentholy there is not just a taste, but also a sensation? Or how certain muscle rubs or breathing treatments tell you to keep away from certain areas? Well, menthol is a major natural component of mint. So if you take pepperment essential oil and apply a few drops undiluted to certain places....
Re: Completely up to you. ;-)claws_n_stripesMarch 16 2006, 06:47:24 UTC
I personally don't see the difference between "style" and "grammatically correct" since I think of the later as just a type of style (instead of a thing or a rightness/wrongness in itself).
DWV!
1)the only people who should be afraid of me are those who have given me reason to act in such a way that would cause a sensible person to be afraid. being called an "asshat" (even if it were more than implied) - not a reason
so I wasn't trying to scare you. and I'm kinda confused why that is even brought up.
2) maybe I will ask for a fuller explanation of this at sometime
It's quite simple, really.i) Absolutely nothing. No way in hell is Gerald ever going to take the chance like that his one and only penis. That's what I'm referring to when I say, "You don't scare me."
I distinctly remember some ranting about zie, neologisms, not even being able to use neologisms by strict dictionary terms (like anyone uses anyword that way) and rotting steak. Now you called it "linguistic purity" which just trying to cover the fact that where the language is concerned you are a reactionary because languages in the pure, natural sense evolve and change.
A grammatically correct sentence containing horrid neologisms is still a grammatically correct sentence. This is where we get into matters of style-- a separate issue altogether. In any case, when I typed what I typed, I certainly didn't have you in mind, and-- lest this go unsaid one second longer than need be-- not only do I not think you're an asshat, but I also think you're the exact opposite of one. Don't know what it is for sure but I bet it's awesome and I apologize for unintentionally implying that you were anything but.
. . .too many options in that quiz. Suffice it to say that 1) you don't scare me, but you haven't given me a reason to be scared of you (and if you ever do, that'll probably end us speaking to each other); 2) you underestimate what risks I'm willing to take; and 3) I didn't know that peppermint oil actually hurt, as it's not ever been anywhere near my equipment. With that: c and d obviously, but possibly a.
--Gerald
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As for the rest:
1)the only people who should be afraid of me are those who have given me reason to act in such a way that would cause a sensible person to be afraid. being called an "asshat" (even if it were more than implied) - not a reason
so I wasn't trying to scare you. and I'm kinda confused why that is even brought up.
2) maybe I will ask for a fuller explanation of this at sometime
3) I wouldn't say the feeling from peppermint oil is inherently painful. The sensation is sort of tingly icy-hot (at the same time). It is the intensity of said sensation that defines whether it feels painful or good or both at the same time to any particular person.
Know how when you eat something strongly minty or mentholy there is not just a taste, but also a sensation? Or how certain muscle rubs or breathing treatments tell you to keep away from certain areas? Well, menthol is a major natural component of mint. So if you take pepperment essential oil and apply a few drops undiluted to certain places....
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DWV!
1)the only people who should be afraid of me are those who have given me reason to act in such a way that would cause a sensible person to be afraid. being called an "asshat" (even if it were more than implied) - not a reason
so I wasn't trying to scare you. and I'm kinda confused why that is even brought up.
2) maybe I will ask for a fuller explanation of this at sometime
It's quite simple, really.i) Absolutely nothing. No way in hell is Gerald ever going to take the chance like that his one and only penis.
That's what I'm referring to when I say, "You don't scare me."
--Gerald
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I had placed "i" as the second most likely answer to the original quiz.
The correct answer to the original quiz was "c"
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