The absorption of language into an ongoing life.
Something interesting on language
as it touches upon the author and the times.
Sunday, November 4, 2012
How Big is Your Scoop?
"Two Scoops" appears on the Kellogg's Raisin Bran box. Is there an objective measure for a scoop of anything, including raisins? You could call it "One Scoop" or "Three Scoops" and still have the same amount of raisins.
I am a retired college professor in the Southwestern United States, communication studies my field.
I've ALWAYS been interested in language and have done several light-hearted but serious page-a-day calendars on the theme for family and friends, the younger contingent of whom has encouraged me to do a blog. This is it!
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