[wyattearp]

I know what the word decimate means Marshall.

Great pic! ;-)

Decimate vs Devastate is one of my pet peeves. They mean such vastly different things, and so many people use the words interchangeably. I didn't mean to offend, it's just one of those things that drives me nuts.

[Radix]

I was not offended. Actually it amuses and pleases me to see people discuss the language.

On the other hand, this entire election stuff is wearing me down. I was the same way four years ago, and frankly, I always get antsy during these times.

I do not mean to be getting too personal here but sometimes I just cannor help myself. My boy is heading back again to Iraq soon, and of course I fear for his safety.

A Kerry presidency is simply the worst thing that I can think of.

[Bellflower]

Maybe the word decimate has taken on a new meaning since the Roman Empire being used more as an exaggerated expression for a horrific reduction of something? I never knew that was what decimation was. They sure knew how to keep discipline. Thanks for the interesting history lesson.