Idioms Explained
Viewing comments for Chapter 11 "~ How Sweet ~~ OR NOT ! ~"Fanstorians explain the backstory of idioms
16 total reviews
Comment from Pearl Edwards
Well, lucky for me I have never either heard this phrase or said it. It sounds like you really do have to be there, taking note of the sound of the voice, the expression on the face of the speaker. Interesting and fun read Jan.
cheers,
valda
reply by the author on 22-Nov-2021
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Well, lucky for me I have never either heard this phrase or said it. It sounds like you really do have to be there, taking note of the sound of the voice, the expression on the face of the speaker. Interesting and fun read Jan.
cheers,
valda
Comment Written 21-Nov-2021
reply by the author on 22-Nov-2021
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Thank you, Pearl, so much for taking time to read and review.
Most appreciative of both.
Respectfully, Jan
Comment from judiverse
Great choice of an idiom to write about. I usually think of "Bless your heart" being used when someone does you a favor. As you conclude, a lot has to do with the interpretation, and I understand how you can read different things into it. To some it might be like you're speaking to a child. When my doctor asked me if I'd had my COVID shots and I said I had, he said "Good girl." I found that kind of offensive, as you might say that to a dog who's obeyed a command, but I didn't say anything. I think your interpretation of the idiom is right on. judi
reply by the author on 22-Nov-2021
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Great choice of an idiom to write about. I usually think of "Bless your heart" being used when someone does you a favor. As you conclude, a lot has to do with the interpretation, and I understand how you can read different things into it. To some it might be like you're speaking to a child. When my doctor asked me if I'd had my COVID shots and I said I had, he said "Good girl." I found that kind of offensive, as you might say that to a dog who's obeyed a command, but I didn't say anything. I think your interpretation of the idiom is right on. judi
Comment Written 19-Nov-2021
reply by the author on 22-Nov-2021
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I agree with you about his comment, Judi.
Thank you for dropping by to read and review.
Both much appreciated.
Respectfully, Jan
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You're very welcome. Sometimes you just have to overlook remarks like "Good girl." His was well intended. judi
Comment from Rosemary Everson1
It is an expression of consoling to many who use the phrase, too; If I would bless your heart, I would be comforting you in the time of need. If someone has done good, I would say bless your heart! It's like a pat on the back or shoulder. (serving to comfort someone at a time of grief or disappointment. "his sister gave him a consoling pat on the back")
reply by the author on 20-Nov-2021
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It is an expression of consoling to many who use the phrase, too; If I would bless your heart, I would be comforting you in the time of need. If someone has done good, I would say bless your heart! It's like a pat on the back or shoulder. (serving to comfort someone at a time of grief or disappointment. "his sister gave him a consoling pat on the back")
Comment Written 19-Nov-2021
reply by the author on 20-Nov-2021
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Thank you, Rosy, for your great review and comments.
Much appreciated.
Respectfully, Jan
Comment from Dolly'sPoems
This sounds like a very kind way of calling someone stupid to me Jan, we say: "bless his cotton socks", I have no idea why we say that, but there it is, a fun post Jan, love Dolly x
reply by the author on 22-Nov-2021
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This sounds like a very kind way of calling someone stupid to me Jan, we say: "bless his cotton socks", I have no idea why we say that, but there it is, a fun post Jan, love Dolly x
Comment Written 19-Nov-2021
reply by the author on 22-Nov-2021
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Thank you for dropping by to read and review, Dolly.
Both much appreciated.
Respectfully, Jan
Comment from dovemarie
Dear Jan, I really liked your explanations of this idiom and the pictures that came with it too. I hope you continue to do well with your book. Sorry I haven't been reviewing too much lately. Will try to come back. Dove
reply by the author on 20-Nov-2021
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Dear Jan, I really liked your explanations of this idiom and the pictures that came with it too. I hope you continue to do well with your book. Sorry I haven't been reviewing too much lately. Will try to come back. Dove
Comment Written 19-Nov-2021
reply by the author on 20-Nov-2021
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No worries, Dove.
Thank you for taking time to read and review,
Respectfully, Jan
Comment from aryr
I really enjoyed this one, Jan. The picture and the two videos were priceless and the content of your writing definitely clarified the confusion. When I first came to the USA, it was almost proudly proclaimed that I learn the local language. Bless Your Heart was one of them. It is still as confusing as when I heard it over twenty years ago. But I truly love each one of the entries.
reply by the author on 22-Nov-2021
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I really enjoyed this one, Jan. The picture and the two videos were priceless and the content of your writing definitely clarified the confusion. When I first came to the USA, it was almost proudly proclaimed that I learn the local language. Bless Your Heart was one of them. It is still as confusing as when I heard it over twenty years ago. But I truly love each one of the entries.
Comment Written 19-Nov-2021
reply by the author on 22-Nov-2021
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Thank you, aryr, for dropping by to read and review.
Both much appreciated.
Respectfully, Jan
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You are most welcome Jan.
Comment from barbara.wilkey
I've heard it in this way, "Bless her heart, she didn't know any better." Which isn't necessarily complimentary. It pretty much means she's not too smart. Again, thank you for sharing.
reply by the author on 22-Nov-2021
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I've heard it in this way, "Bless her heart, she didn't know any better." Which isn't necessarily complimentary. It pretty much means she's not too smart. Again, thank you for sharing.
Comment Written 19-Nov-2021
reply by the author on 22-Nov-2021
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You're right, Barbara. Thank you for dropping by to read and review.
Both much appreciated.
Respectfully, Jan
Comment from Bill Schott
This addition to the idiom collection, Sweet or Not, takes on 'Bless your heart', which was one of my mother-in-laws daily utterances. As you state here, its use ranged from "You poor thing.", "Oh, aren't you thoughtful.", to "Dumb as dirt, but God loves you."
reply by the author on 22-Nov-2021
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This addition to the idiom collection, Sweet or Not, takes on 'Bless your heart', which was one of my mother-in-laws daily utterances. As you state here, its use ranged from "You poor thing.", "Oh, aren't you thoughtful.", to "Dumb as dirt, but God loves you."
Comment Written 19-Nov-2021
reply by the author on 22-Nov-2021
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Thank you for dropping by to read and review.
Both much appreciated.
Respectfully, Jan
Comment from Sally Law
Being from the south, I love this. It is probably the most overused southern idiom. I love love the fun videos. A delightful post and addition to the book. I really want to join in, perhaps soon.
Sending you my best today as always,
Sal XOs
reply by the author on 22-Nov-2021
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Being from the south, I love this. It is probably the most overused southern idiom. I love love the fun videos. A delightful post and addition to the book. I really want to join in, perhaps soon.
Sending you my best today as always,
Sal XOs
Comment Written 19-Nov-2021
reply by the author on 22-Nov-2021
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Thank you so much, Sally. Of course, we Southerners know this.
Respectfully, Jan
Comment from Judy Lawless
This is interesting, Jan. I don't think I've ever felt the insult when I've heard someone speak these words, and, though I seldom use them, I definitely mean what it says, never anything abrasive. I wonder if it varies in different countries, states, areas of the world. Thanks for sharing another idiom.
reply by the author on 22-Nov-2021
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This is interesting, Jan. I don't think I've ever felt the insult when I've heard someone speak these words, and, though I seldom use them, I definitely mean what it says, never anything abrasive. I wonder if it varies in different countries, states, areas of the world. Thanks for sharing another idiom.
Comment Written 19-Nov-2021
reply by the author on 22-Nov-2021
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Thank you, Judy, for dropping by to read and review.
Both much appreciated.
Respectfully, Jan