Posted by Larry Hoover on April 4, 2005, at 14:01:32
In reply to I use happy pills » Larry Hoover, posted by AuntieMel on April 4, 2005, at 13:19:42
> I mean I use the term "happy pills." The pills themselve are 'marginally functional' pills.
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> I use it in jokes pointed at myself, or say 'I've got to take my happy pills.'
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> Laughing at myself robs others of the chance to do it.
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> And talking about 'happy pills' often results in a chance to educate others. Otherwise they are afraid to upset me by asking.
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> Point - almost any term can be used to advantage.Absolutely true. Different circumstances permit this sort of thing.
I don't think Pfizer ought to be given the same latitude, even in jest.
Lar
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