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You're darned right yum! 
posted by
JimmyA
on November 25, 2013 at 6:47 AM
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YUM!!!
posted by
Kabu
on November 24, 2013 at 7:42 PM
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You're absolutely right, Annicita. I knew plenty of confusing-sounding song lyrics over the years, that once I learned what they were actually saying, it changed everything dramatically! And I know others who felt the same way. The two most "infamous" ones I heard: some people thought that Jimi Hendrix was singing "Excuse me while I kiss this guy," instead of "Excuse me while I kiss the sky," from Purple Haze. And others thought that in Black Sabbath's song Paranoid, Ozzy Osbourne was singing "I tell you to end your life," when he was actually saying "I tell you to enjoy life." Makes a world of difference, doesn't it . . . ?
posted by
JimmyA
on November 24, 2013 at 10:03 AM
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Thanks, Justi. And you're right. I would never knowingly give my wife something with any type of meat in it. I understand, and respect, her convictions on the matter. I never really thought there was any actual sausage in that drink, so I was just as confused! But it worked out wonderfully, and now we have something new to share, and enjoy! Hope you're resting well, and enjoying your weekend thus far . . . 
posted by
JimmyA
on November 24, 2013 at 9:56 AM
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Thanks, Jemmie. A bit of a cute story, wasn't it? And yes, if anyone's interested, I am glad there was no actual sausage in that drink! If there were, my wife would definitely not be drinking it, and loving it . . .
posted by
JimmyA
on November 24, 2013 at 9:53 AM
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Anything specific, Bill? Perhaps a nice cup of sausage-caramel hot chocolate might help . . .
posted by
JimmyA
on November 24, 2013 at 9:51 AM
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That may be true, lustor. But sometimes, the best food combinations have been discovered by accident. I'm sorry people feel forced to yell at you. Perhaps if they simply slowed down and talked clearer, you wouldn't have that many problems. It's not always your fault you know . . .
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JimmyA
on November 24, 2013 at 9:50 AM
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Geez, C C T. I must admit that I've never heard any of those phrases before, and am not really sure what any of them may actually mean! But then again, you Brits seem to have become relatively famous for slang phrases and colloquialisms that are like a secret language amongst yourselves that confuse the hell out of everyone else. We "colonists" have a few too, but they pale in comparison. There's one I've always wanted to ask you about. For another day, perhaps . . .
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JimmyA
on November 24, 2013 at 9:47 AM
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It really is delicious, lovelylady! And in a way I'm very glad there was no actual sausage in it! Every country seems to have their own "second language," certain slangs, catch phrases and colloquialisms that would simply confuse the heck out of someone not familiar with them. But when it's a simple misinterpretation, that's a whole other situation entirely. Someone should write a book on them. Hey, there's an idea . . . 
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JimmyA
on November 24, 2013 at 9:43 AM
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Wow, FSI. And I thought my misinterpretation was bad! At least he was able to clarify it. And I think the only people who may be responsible for "robbing dick" are those who work for the IRS . . .
posted by
JimmyA
on November 24, 2013 at 9:38 AM
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I don't blame you, Kabu. Yeah, it does seem as though many of the things we love, or came to love, aren't necessarily good for us. Now if we could add a little peanut butter to that fudge . . .
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JimmyA
on November 24, 2013 at 9:33 AM
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I'm sure you have, TAPS, and I'm sure it's fairly common. Sometimes the mishearing or misinterpretation is comical, and other times it may be embarrassing. We've all been there . . .
posted by
JimmyA
on November 24, 2013 at 9:32 AM
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loooooooooooooooooool...sure.. just think of song lyrics!
posted by
Annicita
on November 23, 2013 at 4:46 PM
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I thought that was such a lovely post. I am like your wife, only because I trust George would I ever taste something called Saugage Carmel Hot Chocolate. I am happy that is clear without having to speak about it to your friend. Be blessed friend. 
posted by
Justi
on November 23, 2013 at 2:45 PM
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LOVE IT!
posted by
Jemmie211
on November 23, 2013 at 10:59 AM
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JimmyA
So ask Jimmy.
posted by
BC-A
on November 23, 2013 at 10:56 AM
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that type of thing happens to me often because I have a hearing deficit and some people holler at me like I am an idiot. But glad you guys figured it out, sounds intriguing wonder how they developed that one by accident I am sure
posted by
Lanetay
on November 23, 2013 at 7:29 AM
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Off hand I can think of the Londoners who came down during the war. They used phrases
'Got the greengages mate.' or 'I'll take the shrapnel ' 'Are you wearing that hat or walking beside it? Of course the well know one 'up the apples and pears.' ' Stop that bowl of dripping' or 'telling your mincers' 
posted by
C_C_T
on November 23, 2013 at 12:39 AM
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Jimmy,
As I've posted here before, I have quite a few friends who live in different countries. Most of them were kind enough to teach me some of their languages (even Cockney English!) and yes, there were many ocassions when I misunderstood what they were saying! Talk about embarrassing!
Glad you're enjoying that sausage caramel hot chocolate!...
posted by
lovelyladymonk
on November 22, 2013 at 7:23 PM
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At the Agency, a place that finds housing and employment for adults with developmental disabilities, I was talking to Gary. He said what I thought was, "I like robbing dick."
"What?" I said.
"I like robbing dick."
Then, it clicked in my mind. "You like Robin Thicke, the guy who sings "Blurred Lines."
"Yeah."
posted by
FormerStudentIntern
on November 22, 2013 at 5:48 PM
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nothing comes to mind but I am sure there must be plenty.
I recently had salted fudge and it was to die for...bad for the health in every way one could think of but if this is heaven...let me through them gates. LOL
posted by
Kabu
on November 22, 2013 at 3:01 PM
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Many times. LOL
Can't think of a specific one right now. But, I've gotten a lot of laughs out of things like that.
posted by
TAPS.
on November 22, 2013 at 2:45 PM
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