Oh, the old pass it off as a colloquialism shtick, eh. Great, but put it in quotes so we know YOU know the difference. Indeed, students of English and employers read this board. Indeed, some folks really cant use English that have written on this board.

Next, the fact that you attacked me when I poured my heart out the VERY first time I was on this board DOES make me a serious guy and I GUESS YOU DIDNT PICK UP ON THAT. You dont slam someone, even if you disagree, unless, of course, they slam you first. My comparison of Bush is bang on and Ill stick by it. And I probably have a better grasp of history than maybe even you.

Ah, you say youve lived through those years. You went to school barefoot, backwards up hill in -50C weather. The fact is, you can live through things close-minded and obtuse. Im not saying you did, but your analysis is wrong. Bush can be compared to Hitler from the point of view of world discordance and the war solves everything mentality thats led to collateral damage and chaos. But, it is a hyperbole to some extent. I've probably read more history than you from historians that are much older than even you.

I wouldnt taut 27 years of experience teaching because Confucius says something to the effect that those that CAN DO need NOT say anything. I dont brag about stuff because I feel it's very gauche. Again, you can have 27 years of bad habits too.

Listen, I hate to be so acerbic. Contrary to belief, I'd rather be pondering how to make ESL life better instead of attacking you. Whether you believe that or not is your point of view.