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Times-Advocate, 1979-08-08, Page 16 (2)Page 4A Tia -Advocate, August 8, 1979 By ELAINE TOWNSHEND Dictionaries say a cliche is a hackneyed literary ex- pression, a fixed or stereotyped expression which has lost its significance through frequent repetition. In everyday life, it's a handy phrase that slips out when we think- we need something to say. For example, "How are you?" is an automatic greeting answered customarily by "I'rbt fine." But is the gtiestion sincere? Do we listen to the response, rind is the answer always hott, •' • The old Cliche could lead us into a trap: Hi. hoK• are you''., ••I fell last week and cracked four ribs." "Oh, that's great'." When we leave -a person, we have to: say something cheery, suchas "Have a nice day!" "Take care!" "Hang m there!" "Bye now!" When we turn into 'our driveway. we feel compelled to tell everyone in the car: "Here we are." Odds 'n ends • Why we need cliches If asked to pass the salt at the kitchen table we send it along with a "There you go " With_ relish we watch the cook place the turkey in the centre of the table, and when she beams "Enjoy!" that's our signal to dig in. A cliche is often used to buy time. For instance, "That's a very good question." "I'm glad you asked that question." and "That's a difficult question to answer," mean we don't have an answer. When you're hot, you't'e hot. Sometimes .we find ourselves dominating' a conversation. We've sud- denly been struck by a brainstorm, and we're sharing our terrific idea with our companions. Words and sentences come tumbling out of our mouths. Gradually though. our train of thought runs out of steam. We have everyone's undivided attention, and we don't want to lose it. While our mind searches for more brilliant thoughts, our mouth fills the gap with "for the most part," "by and large," "as a matter of fact." "I believe." "actua.11y," "really," "evidently" or "and you know." Sooner or later our monologue must.end and -we sum it all up with "you know where I'm coming from" MR. AND MRS. MICHAEL CALDWELL Christine Maria Ellen Cowan and Michael William Caldwell exchanged marriage vows June 30 at the Exeter' Pentecostal Tabernacle Pastor Don Forrest offciated The bride is the daughter of Dor` and Viv Cowan. Exeter and Mr and Mrs Ronald Caldwell Dashwood are parents of the groom- The maid of honour was Janet Cowan •and bridesmaids were Kim Caldwell Jane Truemner. Donna Fer- nandez Vaita Tait and Kim Turner Lisa Forrest was. flovvergirl The best man was Mike Meidinger Waiter Blake and Wayne Truemner were groomsmen and Greg Webster. Rick Snell and Don Gifford were ushers Curtis Webster -was ring bearer The couple's residing in Exeter Ferguson Apairies NEW 1979 HONEY CROP 80c lb in your own container The flovour is predominately Basswood Week days 8 a.m. - 9 p.m. Closed Sundays On Hw• y 84 3 miles west of Hensall Phone 236-4979 "and that's the truth" or "you get my drift?" if we becotpe irritated, we reprimand the agitator: "knock it off!" "cut it out'" . "gniarten up!" "you never give up. do you?" or "Don't you ever grow up?" And of course. we can always resort to the veiled threat: "if you don't smarten up 11:e can't seem to argue creatively: "I've got a bone to pick with you." "Oh. ye" "You think you're smart. don't you? Well, I've got news for you." "Oh ya?. Well, Lae got something to say to you. too. Mr. Big Shot.'" "Get off your high horse." Ultimatums may be delivered with intensity but they are no longer sur- -prising: "You can shape up or ship out." "If you don't like it, you can lump it!" Cliches. Where do they come from? How many times must certain catchy phrases be repeated and how many people must identify with them, before they can be classed as cliches? Some cliches develop as slow as molasses; others catch on like wildfire. Some seem as old as Methusaleh, whit% others sound brand spanking new. Some sound as mad as a hatter, hut on the other hand, some are as wise as- an owl. Most buy us some time, when we can't think of anything important to say but our tongues have to wag anyway. You know how itis! • MR. AND MRS. DONALD MILLSON Elizabeth Ann Bender and Donald Carl Millson were united in marriage July 14 at Crediton Vnrted Church. The bride is the daughter of Mr and Mrs. Lloyd Bender. Crediton and Mr and Mrs Ralph Miltson are parents of the groom. The maid of honour was Patti McCann and bridesmaids were Debbie Glavin. Pat Watson and Diane Richardson. The best man was Dan Lewis and guests were ushered by Ken Miltson. Ralph Bender and Doug Mrllson Cindy Beaver was Flowergirl and Brett Bordon was ring bearer After a honey- moon to Eastern Canada. the couple will reside at 380 Waterloo Avenue in Guelph. Photo by Jack Doer: 4l ......4111111111111011 MR AND MRS JOSEPH OVERHOLT Sandra Lynn Overholt and Joseph Derrick Ov4rholt were united in marriage on July 13 at St Boniface Roman Catholic Church in Zurich Rev Father Mooney officiated The bride is the daughter of Mr and Mrs Phil Overholt. Zurich and Mr and Mrs Joseph Overholt. London are parents of the groom Deb Morrissey was maid of honour and Nancy and Rose -Marie Overholt were bridesmaids The best man was Steven Overholt and groomsmen were Mark Regier and Barry Overholt Guests were ushered by Martin Gelinas and Gary Corwin The couple has taken up residence in London Photo by Jack Doerr CAULIFLOWER i . FRESH CUT DAILY each . ,.. AVAILABLE AT VE Rt FARMS 21/2 MILES WEST OF CREDITON (SOUTH SIDE) PHONE 234-6713 Ye • 6 MR. AND MRS. DAN HAUGH Sherri Anne Menard and Daniel William Haugh exchanged marriage. vows August 4 at Zion United Church. Crediton Rev. Brian Elder. officiated. The bride is the daughter of Elton and Marilyn Menard. London and Ross and Irene Haugh. Crediton are parents of the groom. The matron of honour was Nancy Gosselin and bridesmaids were Glenda Wuerth, Linda Nakamura and Lori Lowes. The best man was Petei Wuerth and guests were ushered by Ron Bowers, Gavir Goebel and Brian Lambie. Kay Menard was flower girl anc Michael Finkberner was ring bearer. Doug Lewis was organist and Dave Robinson provided special music. After a wedding trip to the Muskoka area. the couple will -reside on Wonderland Road Photo by Haugh A&H 409 MAIN STREET EXETER MOVI NG SALE CONTINUES ra Prices reduced on all our designer fashions. Excellent selection to choose from. Watch Next Week's T -A For Our Grand Opening Announcement YOUR F000 DOLLAR HERE! Open Thurs. PHONE 235-0212 OPEN SIX DAYS A WEEK Ad Fi. Ti l9r00 P.M. 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