Wolf-whistle is a little different from many of the phrases I’ve explored. Just why the sound, made by inserting one’s fingers into…one’s mouth…is unknown. Some suggest it’s called that because the men making it are wolves–giving unwanted advances toward women. The high-pitched whistle is also sometimes called a wolf call. Humans have a long and…
Month: July 2014
Mayhem Monday: The choice
It’s #MayhemMonday! I supply the mayhem, you try to survive…
Exploring wolf references “…and the wolves will eat you.”
The phrase, “Make yourself a sheep and the wolf will eat you” is from a 1773 letter to Jane Mecom, written by the famous quipster, Benjamin Franklin. In this instance, he is telling others not to allow superiors to do wrong and ignore it. Of course, the advice applies in many scenarios. Humans have a…
Mayhem Monday: The Unexpected Hand
It’s #MayhemMonday! I supply the mayhem, you try to survive. Imagine walking in late one night–alone–and reaching for the light switch…
Mayhem Monday: A night alone
It’s #MayhemMonday. I provide the mayhem, and you decide your fate!
Mayhem Monday: Vampire or Werewolf?
It’s #MayhemMonday. I pose the mayhem, you decide your fate.
Exploring wolf references: a wolf in his belly
The saying, “A growing youth has a wolf in his belly” uses the image of a feasting wolf to demonstrate how much a teenager eats. Unlike many of the references, this one has a comical edge to it and is most akin to “wolf down.” Humans have a long and sordid history with wolves. As…
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