Being an English teacher, I've received countless forwards that discuss language use, whether it's used properly or improperly. The mixed metaphors forward is especially entertaining, probably because I couldn't believe that people actually used some of them... until now.
While reading a narrative writing prompt submitted by one of my juniors, I found my first truly entertaining (or at least memorable) mixed metaphor.
"Though (sic) out all the experiences I have lived through, there is one particular incident that is imbedded in my mind or memorized as if it was two names carved into a tree by a lake."
Even now, I chuckle as I read it. I mean, I've always thought that carving two names in a tree by a lake is memorable. *sigh* I think I'll actually miss moments like this when I'm staying at home with our little one.
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:). good post, ht.
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