[geeks] The word BRITISH and FOOD Do not belong in the same sentence.

[Will Mc Donald]

From: "Steven Hill" <sjh at matrix.net>
> > > Well, I have been taught to call a spade, a spade, and not a fuckin'
> > > shovel. ;-)
> >
> > You DO know that they are two distinct tools, right?
> > Greg
>
> There was a tongue in cheek there...
>
> I take it that phrase does not transfer to this side of the pond?

One of my favourite quotes from an excellent film packed full of them...

http://us.imdb.com/Quotes?0044744

Cecily Cardew: When I see a spade I call it a spade.
Gwendolyn Fairfax: I am glad to say that I have never seen a spade.

No, really, it's funny! In context anyway. :)

Will.