On Sat 14 Jun 2008 05:57:56a, Michael "Dog3" told us...

> "Virginia Tadrzynski" >
> : in rec.food.cooking
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>> Considering the pittance the government pays them to put their lives
>> on the line, I think a little understanding should be in order. If
>> PFC John Doe has a money tree at his wedding before he is deployed,
>> God bless him. If General Arsewipe puts one up at his daughter's do
>> with reception at the Smithsonian, may the sand fleas that bother the
>> local grunt in the Middle East infest his jock strap.
>
> Hmmm... that's a point I hadn't thought of. Still, I almost alway write
> them a check as a gift unless there is an item I know they absolutely
> can't live without. I kinda resent feeling pressured into putting money
> on a tree in in the bride's bodice during a dance.
>
> Michael
>
>

I would imagine the bride might also resent having a tree in her bodice
whether she was dancing or not. :-)

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Wayne Boatwright
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