It has so recently come to my attention tonight that I have committed a very gross error. I have done what no self-respecting person should ever do. I have plagiarized.
Two weeks ago, in an attempt at incriminating humor, I wrote about being "perpetually single." A phrase, though conjured up and threatened to be used during one of our one-on-one banter sessions, was originally coined by my life coach, Stefanie Star, Esq., Inc. While I try to avoid getting in the habit of apologizing for my actions and since I'm determined to continue using someone for writing material, I feel the need to give credit where credit is due--return the rights to the people--no taxation without representation (Rev. Jonathan Mayhew, 1750). Condemned to the truth I will merely add that the sombrero picture is to be accounted to her as well, though I will take full responsibility for the face. In tribute to the originator of all my original ideas, Stef, I thank you from the bottom of my obsequious heart. Truly, you have effected my life.
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Oh brother.
obsequious. I like it.
Originality is undetected plagiarism.
-William Ralph Inge
What a fine quote, B. Walker, thank you! I wonder who he got it from.
good luck with that obsequiosness. I hear it's quite a challenge. I hope the trip to Ireland was splendid indeed. Also, belated happy birthday....you're doing all sorts fun things these days. You're practically a celebrity. And just to be obnoxious, 'effected' = 'affected.'
Thank you for the well-wishes and thank you also for allowing me to say that 'effected' was very pointedly on purpose. Read it again. Appreciate my subtlety.
Okee Dokee. Hey, How come when I tried to leave a comment on one of your older posts it didn't work? I tried to post it and it just took me back to the 'leave your comment' page here.
It worked. I just had to 'moderate' it. You know, make sure people aren't leaving useless comments on old posts. :)
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