Re: Skinning the Cat (Was: Re: Lucinda)
Howdy,
Me: the "cat" in question when "skinning a cat" is a fish and not a
feline.
CK: Wha? Please for to explain your crazy moon language.
The phrase "There's more than one way to skin a cat" refers to the special
problems associated with cutting open a catfish. Catfish have sharp pointy
things (that's the scientific name for them, I apologize for not using the
laymen's terms here) on their back and sides. So, holding a catfish like a
normal fish when you're "skinning" it, is gonna get your hands injured.
Fortunately, catfish fishermen have figured out that there is more than one
way to skin a cat and I can enjoy a fine dinner of catfish.
"Catheads" (biscuits), however, do refer to felines. ("Biscuits as big as a
cat's head.")
I hope that explanation was helpful.
Oh, wait, was this fluff?
Take care,
Shane Rhyne
Knoxville, TN
[EMAIL PROTECTED]
NP: Hazeldine, Orphans
Re: Skinning the Cat (Was: Re: Lucinda)
"Shane S. Rhyne" wrote: I enjoying mixing metaphors as much as the next bartender, but, ahem, the "cat" in question when "skinning a cat" is a fish and not a feline. says who? I'm serious. Around these parts it has always been held to be a feline. -- Joe Gracey President-For-Life, Jackalope Records http://www.kimmierhodes.com
Re: Skinning the Cat (Was: Re: Lucinda)
Here's a little nit to pick. I hope not to seem too picky or anything, but it's a minor pet peeve of mine... I enjoying mixing metaphors as much as the next bartender, but, ahem, the "cat" in question when "skinning a cat" is a fish and not a feline. Shane Rhyne Maybe it's just me, but I think it's funny that us mixing up animal metaphors is a "pet" peeve of yours. Sorry. Between midterms and the paper I'm not writing I'm punch drunk. Lance . . . not counting his eggs before the cookie crumbles before the horse : )
