People driving in Ivan's car.

ivank · 08-25-10, 11:39 PM

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Originally Posted by Sailor Steve

Jim and I are good friends, so sometimes we say mean things to each other just because we think it's funny. What he was saying was cruel (in a joking way) was my saying to you that, while I don't accuse you of being a bad driver, I'll bring my helmet anyway, which implies I might think you really are a bad driver, or at least that accidents follow you around.

I experienced a very good example of that misunderstanding several years ago, when a member made a comment (joking of course) about Americans. I replied with "Hey! I resemble that remark!" He made a big apology for offending me, and I had to explain that this was an American way of saying "I am offended, but only because it's true." Now I see that our British cousins use this comment all the time as well, so I'm still puzzled as to why a Canadian didn't get it.

Anyway, Jim's "cruel quip" comment was aimed at me, as a joke, and I have no problem with it. But I will be glad to explain more, if needed.

Yea, I get it, I was just not thinking straight atm

Jimbuna · 08-26-10, 03:21 AM

If I ever go back to school Steve, I want you as my English Language teacher

Sailor Steve · 08-26-10, 08:42 AM

No, you don't. Give me a little power and find out what a real grammar and language nazi I really can be. You won't like me anymore.

August · 08-26-10, 09:30 AM

Jim are you coming to this soiree or are you just teasing us?

ivank · 08-26-10, 10:06 PM

$9000USD in damage to my car

Sledgehammer427 · 08-26-10, 11:50 PM

ho jeez.
is it covered under your insurance?

ivank · 08-27-10, 12:24 AM

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Originally Posted by Sledgehammer427

ho jeez.
is it covered under your insurance?

Well the Kelly Blue Book of my car is 12-13,000. It depends on what percentage insurance is willing to pay. The mechanic said he does not think it is totalled but he will know later today. And his estimate is 1 week for repair

08-26-10, 03:21 AM	#2
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08-26-10, 08:42 AM	#3
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08-26-10, 09:30 AM	#4
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08-26-10, 10:06 PM	#5
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08-26-10, 11:50 PM	#6
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