On Mon, 7 Oct 2002, Claire Bickell wrote: >Mia McDavid wrote on 7/10/02 1:30 PM: > >> I believe I understand you! You would have us all speak in elegant and >> elevated diction, suitable for use in court and among those of fine >> sensibility. Truly, I love you for this idea, and would be honored to >> play my small part in it. > >I can see only one flaw to mark such an estimable plan, and that is >my own foolish presumption in believing myself worthy to take part. Oh, not foolish at all, nor indeed presumptious in the least. You are indeed worthy. In fact, you are more than worthy: you are welcome. I hope that you will continue to participate. > I hope your sweet graciousness can do me the honour of excusing >this as an unavoidable product of my overwhelming delight and >enthusiasm for this grand project. Your enthusiasm and delight only serve to make your presence all the more welcome. Indeed, your enthusiam and delight shine out in a world that is often sadly lacking in those qualities. >Claire Bickell, waving hello to people <*bows*>