Just as there can be a disconnect between intention and interpretation in other more traditional communication channels, the same thing can happen in texting, and the disconnect may well occur for some of the same reasons.  Continue reading...

Kings, committees, contests, magnates, and the occasional error have all left their marks on our maps.  Continue reading...

Savor every moment of this month's euphemism roundup.  Continue reading...

Most portmanteaus are blends of two words. When three or more words are involved, things get tricky.  Continue reading...

Check out the latest fiddle-faddle and twiddle-twaddle that may send you higgledy-piggledy.  Continue reading...

Communication with the Divine is an extraordinary thing, and so most religions have specific, prescribed forms of language for it. How well do they serve the purpose?  Continue reading...