Stacy Thomas Wrote:
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> Ovule Wrote:
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> > Robert Wrote:
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> > > Ovid Wrote:
> > > > Providing your professional services
> without
> > a
> > > fee
> > > > is a fast trip to penury.
> > >
> > > Perhaps you missed the part where she is his
> > wife
> > > :)
> >
> > Nope, I read it. The man sponged off his wife.
> A
> > fast way to penury!
>
> I sure did "sponge" off my wife! After all, she is
> my wife. We help each other out, support each
> other, and lean on each other. We both have our
> own skills and knowledge that we bring to the
> relationship. In no way is it a fast trip to
> "penury," as the fact that we can rely on each
> other makes us that much stronger.
>
> If you want to hide behind the name of a long dead
> Roman poet, or an egg (not sure about the
> classical connection there) and use fancy words,
> go right ahead. I like trains and thought that
> some of the people on this forum would like to
> know what the translation is, because yes, my wife
> does have a degree in Latin. (Which does also come
> in handy as a Latin teacher)
>
> I don't particularly like you attacking my wife,
> but being a public forum, you can say whatever you
> like, but don't expect a reply from me. I'm done
> wasting my time with you.

I caused you to rethink your relationship with your wife.
Consider it a favor done.