Literally, “to make the curious talk”—the French’s notorious explain-all reason given to account for why things are the way they are, without really explaining anything. Often used as a snappish comeback to questions posed by inquisitive children who just won’t shut up. Generally emphasized with a shrug and at least one contemptuously raised eyebrow.

5.12.2005

if at first you don’t succeed

One broken minidisk player bought from Canadian jerk on ebay: $70.
One pound of salmon on sale for $3.99/lb but incorrectly labeled “colossal shrimp”: $15.
One ticket for violation of parking regulations: $300.
Starting over: Priceless.

Due to cosmic difficulties Jed’s 25th birthday has been rescheduled for Saturday, 14 May 2005. (No gifts are necessary but cash donations are appreciated.)

3 Comments:

Anonymous Anonymous said...

do you accept paypal?

fight the law. if everyone obeyed i'd be unemployed.

4:29 PM

 
Blogger Bill said...

wow, that's an awful series of events. i have to wonder exactly how "colossal" those shrimps have to be to warrant that price. aren't they just bordering on small lobsters at that point? better luck next time.

3:48 PM

 
Anonymous Anonymous said...

Happy Birthday Jed!

11:04 AM

 

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