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On the local morning news a few days ago, the new (blonde) anchor was discussing our state's candidates for U.S. senate. She informed the viewers that one of the candidates had given a speech where he "tooted" his experience. At first I thought she meant "touted," but I could be wrong. I mean, if the dude is looking for attention, tooting your experience is one way to get it.
posted by Hoyden at
6/09/2008
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3 Comments:
Are you implying her "blondness" had something to do with this unusual description of the candidate's experience?
June 10, 2008 8:35 AM
Umm, no. I think I was stating it pretty implicitly. :)
June 10, 2008 8:48 AM
I've tooted my experience before, though usually not as a goal, and more typically after meals centered on fried foods.
You didn't ask, I know, and you probably dont deserve it, but there you are. ;-)
June 20, 2008 7:00 PM
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