Reged: 08/06/04
Posts: 4381
Loc: Within stray mortar fire of DC
It's so hard modifying language, especially for the IM generation who's used to wysiwyg, writing as you talk communication.
Across generations makes it even harder. I once called a bully a "jock" in the principal's office, and in his generation, the term was "jock-strapper" and he took offense. He kept saying, "watch your mouth, young lady" and I was like What the heck is this guy talking about??
You neeeeeever knooooow.
~nelly~ I am sorry if I offended anyone with my above example.