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.
Saturday, June 11, 2005
Medicine
Medicine, n. A stone flung down the Bowery to kill a dog in Broadway.
Medicine has its office, it does its share and does it well; but without hope back of it, its forces are crippled and only the physician's verdict can create that hope when the facts refuse to create it. - Mark Twain
Good one. Sometimes medicine can be a nostrum for the nose.
ReplyDeleteif i could get something hard those white coats might be worth all the grief but most likely not
ReplyDeleteI always heard that the expression "kill the dog" meant to let a fart.
ReplyDeleteTan Lucy, having just looked up "nostrum" I agree.
ReplyDeleteAndria, that should be easy.
Icy, that seems random even for a talking dog.
This is an very intriquing site.
ReplyDeleteReally, I can't top that one, Doug.
ReplyDeleteWell done.
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Laura, thank you. Stop by again.
ReplyDeleteGabriel, I'm relieved to hear you say that. I was afraid today was obtuse even for me. Thanks.
yet another single sided solution!
ReplyDeleteSreekesh, a 7% solution?
ReplyDeleteInky, yes, absolutely considering I caught you mid-rant.
Medicine has its office, it does its share and does it well; but without hope back of it, its forces are crippled and only the physician's verdict can create that hope when the facts refuse to create it. - Mark Twain
ReplyDeleteyet, a spoonful will do the trick
ReplyDelete... of sugar i mean!
ReplyDeleteSar, that's a great quote from Twain. It should come right after the Hippocratic oath.
ReplyDeleteKarma, in your case the sugar is silent and assumed.
A substance to entertain the patient while nature takes its course.
ReplyDeletePerfect, Comfort Addict
ReplyDeleteGreat site- really enjoying your updated Ambrose Beirce.
ReplyDeleteOuch!
ReplyDeleteLinking you on my site!
I think people will enjoy!
great site. i've always been interested in the devil's dictionary...
ReplyDeleteThank you, stormwind. I see we do similar work in the same town. What are you doing with a sense of humor?
ReplyDeleteMorningdew, bless you and thanks.
Thanks, Lando. Glad to hear this site suits your interests.
My doctor...bless his fussy, imperious heart...will love this one :-)
ReplyDeleteWell, he should get a taste of his own.
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