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>>Does anyone know a good expletive I can use to express my surprise and
>>disappointment?
>>
>><Heavy Sigh>
>----I've always been partial to balderdash and zounds.
My favorite is the French (surprise, surprise) "Zut, alors!" which although
dirty, is acceptable in any company. (pronounced "zoot, ah-lor", the "oo"
as in the English "zoo") Be sure to say the first word with real feeling &
emphasis--it's quite satisfying! ;)
--Sally
Sally Marquigny Network Imaging Systems
sallym -at- msmailhq -dot- netimage -dot- com Herndon, VA
"Great men, like nature, use simple language."
--Luc de Clapiers Vauvenargues
