Redefining misanthropy for a fresh generation. Standard posts begin with a definition from Ambrose Bierce's The Devil's Dictionary followed by a modern adjustment. Miscellany on Wednesday and storytelling on Saturday.
Tuesday, May 17, 2005
Satiety
Satiety, n. The feeling that one has for the plate after he has eaten its contents, madam.
2005 Update: The first step toward dissatisfaction.
I love your sense of humor. And yes, my mother taught me to always have good manners. I always return what I borrow. Detention? Tsk. Sounds like you had a great time in school. Rock on. xD
Karma, that was my guess. Jin, nice to have you back. I'm disappointed, however, that neither of you saw fit to mention how cute I am, now that I have my picture up.
a nourished feeling for the body and mind edging dangerously close to explosion.
ReplyDeleteSreekesh, you should see me at happy hour.
ReplyDeleteThe feeling after indulgence.
ReplyDeleteI love your sense of humor. And yes, my mother taught me to always have good manners. I always return what I borrow. Detention? Tsk. Sounds like you had a great time in school. Rock on. xD
ReplyDeleteSunil, at last a true definition.
ReplyDeleteJessie, thanks for the kind words and for comporting yourself like a lady.
adam, i'm madam
ReplyDeleteKarma, that was my guess.
ReplyDeleteJin, nice to have you back.
I'm disappointed, however, that neither of you saw fit to mention how cute I am, now that I have my picture up.
A gluttony gladdening with no thought of fattening.
ReplyDeleteSpeak for yourself, Comfort Addict. Some of us are just planning for the harsh winters we may face if we leave Southern California.
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