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[Flint]

Originally Posted by BigV

Flint has a...quirky sense of humor, and most of his posts demonstrate this. They often draw attention away from his more intelligent and articulate remarks, like this one. I'm happy the clown mask slipped down, and I look forward to more wardrobe malfunctions such as this.

In our best efforts, we are nothing more than a clown. More often than not, attempts to be "serious" give me the distinct feeling of being a pompous ass. I guess I felt some "cover" posting this in the Unpopular Opinions thread. I get the feeling it belongs there. Is that me being cynical, or realistic?

Incidentally, in reference to the slipping clown mask; Joseph Campbell refers to a recurring theme in Native American mythology wherein the highest deity appears in the form of a clown, or comical trickster. There's a point in there I can't seem to articulate. About "truth" ...

Originally Posted by LabRat

I don't know where that was originally posted, but I am hanging it up on my lab bench.

Perfectly said IMHO. Bravo.

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Originally Posted by BigV

I agree. ... And well done Flint.

Thank you. I'm delighted to have made such an impression on Hotty McHot-Ass.

Does anyone besides myself feel as if they are fighting a life-long battle to be able to articulate thoughts acurately? I believe that message boards can be a useful place to sharpen your skills. There are many people on this site who have an impressive command of the language, the kind I strive for. I appreciate you all.