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Joe
I too do not mind discussing certain things in my home. There are many subjects I try stay away from during supper as I have a weak stomach which is why I never went into the medical field. But even if I did have a cast iron tummy I would never discuss some subjects with coworkers as these days things can so easily be misconstrued.
posted by
realitytherapy
on October 27, 2005 at 7:29 PM
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Renigade
Folks like you are rare in that you take into account that others are not as comfortable with frank discussions as you and your family.
posted by
realitytherapy
on October 27, 2005 at 7:23 PM
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Frankenkitty
Bravo! I applaud you on taking the time to educate others. Keep up the good work and perhaps one day they will learn to finish chewing before they interject into your conversation.
posted by
realitytherapy
on October 27, 2005 at 7:20 PM
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Deirdre
Sounds like you feel my pain.
posted by
realitytherapy
on October 27, 2005 at 7:18 PM
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Justsouno
I agree that those who shout the loudest are often the worst offenders. I myself have a filthy mouth, however I always take into account the TMI factor.
posted by
realitytherapy
on October 27, 2005 at 7:17 PM
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Brisbane
Glad you like the catch phrase, it is one of my originals, use it in good fun.
posted by
realitytherapy
on October 27, 2005 at 7:05 PM
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realitytherapy
Even though I've got a lead stomach and that talk really doesn't bother me at a dinner table, it would embarrass me if sitting amidst co-workers if somebody else was even talking about it.
posted by
Joe_Love
on October 26, 2005 at 6:24 PM
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Yeah...Listen, I have three kids and I am really careful about what I
discuss with other adults at the dinner table. I'm immune to being grossed out by talk of projectile vomit and explosive diarrhea (as is hubby)--but others aren't, which I COMPLETELY understand.
Eating with the inlaws is another story, though. Father-in-law is a surgeon, and we talk about the grossest stuff with no thoughts of etiquette (amongst ourselves).
Good post.
posted by
Renigade
on October 25, 2005 at 3:01 PM
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I had co-workers talk to me with food in their
mouth, and you can bet I yelled at them. Maybe not yelled, but let's call it dramatic dissapproval. My brother is the worst. He will store food in his cheeks like a chipmunk just so he can tell me something. Nasty! I just walk away. Take care
posted by
Flumpystalls3000
on October 25, 2005 at 9:01 AM
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Reality
I have to agree...I experience the same in my work environment. It's like, OK, we have 30 minutes to expound on one's latest bladder infection and the quality of the sputum from their pneumonia! YUCK!
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Deirdre
on October 24, 2005 at 11:53 PM
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Reality Therapy
Anything goes began when people decided they could talk about anything anywhere. That goes for sexual details, vulgar language, anything that is bound to offend another. None of it is acceptable in an environment purposed for peace. People who shout the loudest about don't hurt feelings, peace and joy are often those with such a filthy mouth any person desiring decency is already ticked off. Excellent post. Thank you for sharing it. BB
posted by
Justi
on October 24, 2005 at 11:41 PM
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mental paintbrush!!!!
"mental paintbrush" As an Art Therapist I am sure that saying will stay with me in good use forever.
posted by
brisbane_artist
on October 24, 2005 at 9:43 PM
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