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.
Thursday, February 09, 2006
Queen
Queen, n. A woman by whom the realm is ruled when there is a king, and through whom it is ruled when there is not.
Happy Birthday to her royal highness! As a gift I offer a crown of sparkly hearts, as her cuteness has likely melted many; and girls, even royal ones, like sparkly things.
Queen - Payton Emily is The Champion of my friend.
Here is something one of my favourite writers wrote:
“Most gods throw dice, but Fate plays chess, and you don't find out til too late that he's been playing with two queens all along.” -Terry Pratchett-
Happy Birthday, Payton Emily, may your kingdom always be ruled with wisdom, clarity of mind and the occasional eyelash-tear-motion. It gets you far, I think!
Happy birthday to my queenly grand daughter whose father was never raised princely but somehow ended up that way! I guess there is no hope for plebs in our family!
Congrats to the village as well-- Papa Andy, Mommy Lori, Bro Jacob, Grandpa Teve, Grandpa Senor, Uncle Dougie, Aunt Jenna, Uncle Jim, Aunt Sonia and all those on the other side of the kingdom, too.
And by the way Queen Pay Pay...."no more barking."
Huzzah! Huzzah! Birthday greetings and falicitations to her Highness!
Seriously, I'd buy her an ermine cloak to replace the knit and maybe throw in a crown and scepter for good meaure. I'm told you can't rule a principality without a decent crown and scepter.
Hey, Mama. I doubt any of the Southbay Pascovers will drop by, so I hope you called to. For anyone confused by Mama's comment: Payton's grandma has two very vocal basset hounds. "No more barking" is one name Payton calls her grandma by.
Thanks, Logo and Weirsdo.
Ahh, Dddragon she receives her throne this weekend. I'll see to it that royal thronier gets a picture.
Thanks, Miz B. They certainly are.
Icy, the heart fairs better than the will.
Thanks, Jenna. Payton has an Aunt Jenna who'll probably try to take credit for that but I'll stop her.
It wouldn't be worse, Actonbell, you're right. And thanks.
Thanks, Poobah. Trust me, royalty is alive and doing fine without the Ermine although I'll be happy to send you an address for the cloak.
Clever? Maybe, but apparently way out of line and oblivious to the cheerful occasion. So, my best wishes to a queen entirely deserving of her title and my respect.
I will share all your thoughts with my gracious ruler (trying to stay with the royalty theme here). I assure you it is a pleasure and honor I could not have imagined to work for such a smart, funny, happy, gorgeous ruler with an iron will and a ruling fist to match. Thanks again for the notes.
Queen, n. A woman by whom the realm is ruled when there is a king, and through whom it is ruled when there is not.
aw so cute
ReplyDeleteI have no definition I just wanted to be first, as long as I am awake and on the streets this early.
I think your definition should hold through eternity.
Happy Birthday to her royal highness! As a gift I offer a crown of sparkly hearts, as her cuteness has likely melted many; and girls, even royal ones, like sparkly things.
ReplyDeleteQueen - Payton Emily is The Champion of my friend.
Whether bestowed to keep up the quaint or put down the queer, it is unquestionably a title bespeaking acts of questionable entitlement.
ReplyDeleteHere is something one of my favourite writers wrote:
ReplyDelete“Most gods throw dice, but Fate plays chess, and you don't find out til too late that he's been playing with two queens all along.”
-Terry Pratchett-
Happy Birthday, Payton Emily, may your kingdom always be ruled with wisdom, clarity of mind and the occasional eyelash-tear-motion. It gets you far, I think!
Suddenly, having a monarchy in America doesn't seem so bad.
ReplyDeleteA la Reine Payton Emily: Joyeux Anniversaire! xoxoxo
ReplyDeleteThanks, Alice. I suspect it will last.
ReplyDeleteSar, HRH Payton has comissioned me to tell you "We are pleased."
Clever, Harry.
Thanks, Monika. Payton gets further pointing than most girls get batting.
Indie, we'll see.
Merci, Mireille.
Happy birthday to my queenly grand daughter whose father was never raised princely but somehow ended up that way! I guess there is no hope for plebs in our family!
ReplyDeleteCongrats to the village as well-- Papa Andy, Mommy Lori, Bro Jacob, Grandpa Teve, Grandpa Senor, Uncle Dougie, Aunt Jenna, Uncle Jim, Aunt Sonia and all those on the other side of the kingdom, too.
And by the way Queen Pay Pay...."no more barking."
Happy Birthday to the queen of hearts!
ReplyDeleteHappy Birthday. I like that royal robe you're clutching.
ReplyDeleteHow about a photo of her sitting on her throne, eh?
ReplyDeleteHappy Birthday to the Queen!!
What a beautiful little lady and mighty Queen! Happy Birthday!
ReplyDeleteLoved your definition Doug!
I got no definiton but have a sistah that's a Queen! She may live in a world of Ice but is as warm as a Spanish summer day!
Awww! Bohemians are good at being gushy 'n mushy! YEAH!
Those eyes can penetrate your heart
ReplyDeleteWhat a cutie!! Happy birthday to the Queen!
ReplyDeleteHuzzah! Huzzah! Birthday greetings and falicitations to her Highness!
ReplyDeleteSeriously, I'd buy her an ermine cloak to replace the knit and maybe throw in a crown and scepter for good meaure. I'm told you can't rule a principality without a decent crown and scepter.
Honestly, what's this royality business come to?
Hey, Mama. I doubt any of the Southbay Pascovers will drop by, so I hope you called to. For anyone confused by Mama's comment: Payton's grandma has two very vocal basset hounds. "No more barking" is one name Payton calls her grandma by.
ReplyDeleteThanks, Logo and Weirsdo.
Ahh, Dddragon she receives her throne this weekend. I'll see to it that royal thronier gets a picture.
Thanks, Miz B. They certainly are.
Icy, the heart fairs better than the will.
Thanks, Jenna. Payton has an Aunt Jenna who'll probably try to take credit for that but I'll stop her.
It wouldn't be worse, Actonbell, you're right. And thanks.
Thanks, Poobah. Trust me, royalty is alive and doing fine without the Ermine although I'll be happy to send you an address for the cloak.
Happy Birthday Queen Payton Emily I
ReplyDeleteHappy Birthday! Anybody who rocks such a beautiful shade of pink is royalty in my book.
ReplyDeleteClever? Maybe, but apparently way out of line and oblivious to the cheerful occasion. So, my best wishes to a queen entirely deserving of her title and my respect.
ReplyDeleteHappy Birthday to the lovely lass. What a doll!
ReplyDeleteQueen: Female rule in all its forms.
I will share all your thoughts with my gracious ruler (trying to stay with the royalty theme here). I assure you it is a pleasure and honor I could not have imagined to work for such a smart, funny, happy, gorgeous ruler with an iron will and a ruling fist to match. Thanks again for the notes.
ReplyDeleteSreekesh, it's good to see a fellow pawn represent!
ReplyDeleteThanks, Masil.
Thanks, Harry. I think technically the world is supposed to bow today, but I was prepared to let you slide until next year.
Jamie Dawn, that's a lot of forms.
To Payton's father: Why not introduce yourself, gorilla? I can't believe we were raised by the same people.
Happy Birthday Baby. Cute.
ReplyDeleteYou will, you will rock them!
happy birthday, Your Littleness.
ReplyDeleteQueens rule, OK!
I thought something seemed quite special and majical about today! Happy birthday your adorable highness!
ReplyDeleteAnd Doug, please pass on a big hug and a kiss from me, assuming her highness permits affection.
I tremble. She is totally tremble-worthy. What a pretty family you have.
ReplyDeleteThanks, TLP. She already does.
ReplyDeleteThey do indeed, Rani.
Squaregirl, Payton accepts affection gladly.
Thanks Belinda and Aw. If Bela and Payton met there'd be consequences and repercussions, no?
Great definition, a4g, and thanks.
ReplyDeletein the reign of such a beautiful queen America is going to be the happiest monarchy!
ReplyDeleteHappy Birthday, Her Majesty, I brought you so many things but I think we should start with the icecream before it gets all melted...
Belated Happy Birthday, Emily!
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