We have two different instructors in EMT class. When our main instructor comes in, the class takes on a professional tone. When the second covers class, the class behaves informally. Curse words fly and he will zing them back.
It's not really offensive to me but I find it strange that the class is SO different when neither teacher has said a word about cursing in class...until last week. A student let a word pop out and our main instructor scolded her for using that language in class.
It made me wonder...how do people just 'know' who will allow certain things or not? Do people read outward clues as to dress, body language...or is it something deeper?
So....in class, I had a slip of the tongue. I was trying to lower a stretcher and couldn't get the latch to engage. I said "SHOOT FIRE FUZZY"!
A brief awkward silence was followed by roaring laughter. I don't think another curse word was said the entire class. Hahaha
Language. It's more than spoken words. People start getting a clue of who we are by our demeanor, responses, online posts, hang-outs, and by the company we keep. They fill in the blanks by 'reading' what we seem comfortable with and use those impressions to interact.
I guess I've become an enigma in class. They are asking me questions, trying to figure me out. Good. ;-)
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What a wonderful opportunity you have been given.
Sometimes we find ourselves in situations in life where we turn out to be teachers, or even blessing to others without even knowing it.
Stella Rose and Momma
Excellent choice of words, my friend!
I like those words. I will have to remember them for future use. :-)
There really isn't a need for anything near the amount of cussing and bad language that goes on these days... what that used to call "good manners and breeding" or "class" seems to be coming more and more a thing of the past. It's refreshing to find some one that still has it.
Keep 'em guessing!!
Haha! I've had that reaction to similar slips of the tounge before. It's amazing what sort of statement it makes to not use cursewords in a society where they are so common
Way to go, Parsley! Well said!
Robin in Virginia
Nothing like a good enigma. Who wants to be hum drum? Sounds like you are enjoying it and don't forget to shoot fire fuzzy now and again. Have a wonderful Wednesday
Best wishes Molly
Parsley,
You already know how I feel about words. I agree with you they say much more than are spoken. The words we choose say much about who we are.
Regarding cursing in class; I think too much is tolerated today and accepted as standard practice.
Whatever happened to R-S-P-E-C-T? {heeheehee}
Your Friend,
Deborah
FairfieldHouseNJ.com
I like that statement, I might have to borrow it.
I think you get a feel for people when you read their writing, I have to say I have stopped reading some blogs as I was put off my the language and tone of them.... but that's only my opinion and we are all different and have differing standards and morals that we live by
love and {hugs} x
There is a saying written in the front of my bible from my teen years. I do not know where it originates from - preach the gospel daily, use words when necessary. A motto I have found invaluable over the years.
That's a good one!
I find it especially offensive when I hear a woman curse like a sailor. I tend to be an "at home curser". After all, I AM married to one (a sailor that is).
Awesome! Hurray for your *differentness* - may your light shine!
GOD BLESS!
Wonderful "expletives" my dear friend :) I hate when I hear people, especially women curse and cannot get over the frequency of "F" bombs that fly constantly these days all over the place.
Hugs
We say "Sacramento!" lol
Hugs
Ma
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