Stupid question thread

[k12311997]

What was the greatest thing before sliced bread?

[chip anderson]

Torn Bread!

[Johns]

Originally Posted by Ecliptic
I hads me an exzam in yur office last week and the doc tol' me that I'z gots Cadillacs in my eyes and I needs ta see an offtha mole gist.... But I dun't understand ... how did I gets them cars in mah eyes?

Now this I find offensive on many levels. Darby, what do you think?

What do I think?

Well, seeing as this was posted in the "Stupid Question Thread", I'd say that it is appropriate. If this had been posted by someone hoping to attract an employee that had a particular regional dialect, appropriate for their office, it would have been equally appropriate.

I'm not sure if I could really be offended by anything posted under the thread title, "Stupid question thread" However, now that you mention it, I'm sure that some folks are offended solely by the use of the word "Stupid", as they are so vain, they probably think this thread is about them.

I'm not offended by grammar, semantics, nor seemingly educated peoples' inability to properly construct sentences. I'm more baffled at society's willingness to accept mediocre writing/speaking skills, especially in the context of trying to attract professionals.

Offensive? If I found this offensive, I would not have a skin thick enough to allow me to work in some of the offices that I free lance in.

[finefocus]

...in which I freelance.

[Johns]

...in which I freelance.

Should I blame the late hour, the wine, my lack of education, or all of the above?

I'm going with "all of the above"!

Touche'!

[Striderswife]

...in which I freelance.

BAM, BABY!!!


Sorry. It's the first thing that came to mind.

As long as we're on the subject, here is my cousin-in-law's blog for today:

http://www.bowlesonline.com/common-grammar-mistakes-using-the-wrong-word/

[Johns]

BAM, BABY!!!


Sorry. It's the first thing that came to mind.

As long as we're on the subject, here is my cousin-in-law's blog for today:

http://www.bowlesonline.com/common-g...he-wrong-word/

Sorry? Don't be! It was the first thing that came to MY mind after I hit "submit reply"! I knew I'd catch heck for it!:bbg: Glass houses do not keep enough light out!

I love your cousin-law's blog! It should be required reading for all incoming (high school and college) freshman!

[MEB]

bob, i am concerned that you have just proven the former english teacher for 18 years point. Didn't you just end your last sentence with a preposition? (to be)

:D

...Lol!

[Judy Canty]

What do I think?

Well, seeing as this was posted in the "Stupid Question Thread", I'd say that it is appropriate. If this had been posted by someone hoping to attract an employee that had a particular regional dialect, appropriate for their office, it would have been equally appropriate.

I'm not sure if I could really be offended by anything posted under the thread title, "Stupid question thread" However, now that you mention it, I'm sure that some folks are offended solely by the use of the word "Stupid", as they are so vain, they probably think this thread is about them.

I'm not offended by grammar, semantics, nor seemingly educated peoples' inability to properly construct sentences. I'm more baffled at society's willingness to accept mediocre writing/speaking skills, especially in the context of trying to attract professionals.

Offensive? If I found this offensive, I would not have a skin thick enough to allow me to work in some of the offices that I free lance in.

Hmmm, let me guess your ethnicity....

[braheem24]

You're allowed to guess her regional dialect, Not her ethnicity ;)

[Johns]

Hmmm, let me guess your ethnicity....

Well gee whiz, this shouldn't be much of challenge for you. I don't hide behind a pseudonym, I go by my maiden name, which is Darby, and I've previously stated I live in a town that was named after my ancestors.

If you are inferring that the post you found offensive was racist, then I would suggest you have a long list of ethnic types to choose from. In fact, that post could have been the replication of any number of dialects (if that's what you found offensive), but more likely it was the poster's take on the "Beverly Hillbillys".

Or, am I missing the point completely, and you took offense to the use of the term "Cadillacs"?

At least we are keeping with the spirit of thread! Keep the ____________questions coming! (Left blank at the risk of offending anyone.)

[Chris Ryser]

Why are so called "STUPID THREADS" among the most popular........................

Why are so called "STUPID THREADS" among the most popular on OptiBoard, and why do the often go into insults ? Most views in the shortest time, like the newest one right here below.




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[cocoisland58]

The last line on my reading card includes the word "extensive."
Without fail, 70% of pts say "exclusive." I still haven't figured it out. I work in a fairly well-off, well-educated town.

Considering your patient base and my own experience with them it's probably not a mistake.

[cocoisland58]

"I like these here frames but I don't want the Nike symbol thing on my lens, can I get mine without it?" For you? Yes.

[k12311997]

"I like these here frames but I don't want the Nike symbol thing on my lens, can I get mine without it?" For you? Yes.

don't worry we only charge an extra $20 to remove the diamond chip from the vera bradly lenses and we'll throw in removing the name for free.