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We are having similar weather to GiancarloZ. Woke up this morning and the windchill was -39. I did struggle out with the balaclava, mittens, parka etc. but did the closer to the bus stop Knox instead of Hillhurst today. A good sermon by Rev. Dave Holmes was, like at Tabitha's worship, the story of the nets and Peter's unusual response of saying he was a sinner when Jesus wowed him with a net full of fish. Sometimes we are so used to scarcity that we don't know how to respond when a big blessing shows up. I always like Dave's sermons, have known him for a long time as his wife Rev. Karen Holmes was my minister at Hillhurst back in the late 90's and early 2000's.
 
Cold and windy here in Sunday (and again today). Fortunately the car was parked near the door at home so it wasn't too bad until we got to church and I had to walk across our (small) parking lot. How the wind howls - I had my shawl wrapped around my head that I realized that Muslim women are onto something. They know how to wrap a scarf. Inside, as greeters, Seelerman and I were still cold as we stood near the door. We rubbed many cold hands as we welcomed people. But a warm sanctuary, friendly people, and a good service made it all worthwhile. We sang one of my favourite hymns to – I the Lord of sea and sky.
 
@Jae - are you using Korean Word of the Week to learn the language - thus using the word 'b***' here a few times lately?
Their definition - and I'm sure you'll claim using it neutrally - but if so, please do note it is also offensive/disrespectful & reconsider what you are posting.
b*** (바보) has multiple definitions. Depending on your intention, the term can be neutral or offensive. In neutral tones, b*** can mean "fool" and "blockhead." Offensive versions of b*** include "stupid." b*** can also refer to a mentally handicapped person. You'll hear various versions of b*** in K-pop songs and Korean dramas.​
 
No church for me this morning. Family Day long weekend & we are just awaiting arrival of my niece, her partner and their 2 1/2 year old son. We're finally squeezing in our Xmas visit which didn't happen because they were ill at the time. Looking forward to some fun kid time & catch-up conversations.
 
Carolla said:
@Jae - are you using Korean Word of the Week to learn the language - thus using the word 'b***' here a few times lately?
Their definition - and I'm sure you'll claim using it neutrally - but if so, please do note it is also offensive/disrespectful & reconsider what you are posting.
b*** (바보) has multiple definitions. Depending on your intention, the term can be neutral or offensive. In neutral tones, b*** can mean "fool" and "blockhead." Offensive versions of b*** include "stupid." b*** can also refer to a mentally handicapped person. You'll hear various versions of b*** in K-pop songs and Korean dramas.​
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Yeah. If Jae and Redbaron had a friendly relationship it would possibly pass as a term of affection.

I remember the first time Kimberly met some of my best friends I had while growing up she had to ask if we really were friends. Our terms of endearment never rang affectionately in her ears. Indeed, last time I talked to one particular friend on the phone I got an earful about some of the language employed which showed the disparity between Ron and I then verses common understandings of pet names now.

I did google b*** and found the same definition you did Carolla.

Reads more as a disparagement from where I sit.

But I am a mere spectator. Jae knows what he intends and Redbaron knows what he hears. I would think that is something the two of them need to sort out together.

And for the record how Ron and I address one another is not how I address most other friends. Even Walter has mellowed a bit and he is the guy who started most of the names.
 
One of the good things about communication here is that we can choose to engage or not. There are some people I rarely respond to, finding them either rude or disruptive or simplistic or they just have a knack for pushing my buttons and tempting me to respond rudely. .No problem - I can ignore their posts at will.
 
Yes, go to England, and in many dialects you'll find people addressing other people, of either gender, as a "c*nt". It sounds a bit wyrd to our ears, but normal there. They casually insult each other as a matter of course. Delivered a weak cuppa tea to my cousin and his mate one day on the canal boat; the judgement was made "to drown the cabin wench"...
 
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