"It is what it is." - Page 2

innerSpaceman · 11-14-2007, 01:10 PM

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Originally Posted by Morrigoon

Don't forget the ever-popular "Que sera sera"

Exactly, it's just an updating of this popular sentiment (though one less likely to be used in a melodic manner of song).

I think the sentiment is one of humanity's best pieces of advice, so I wouldn't stress too much about the way it is pronounced at any particular moment along pop cultural timeline.

BDBopper · 11-14-2007, 01:13 PM

Funny you mention that. I've caught myself using that phrase a lot lately. I guess I have heard it too much on ESPN and my dad uses the phrase a lot too.

Ghoulish Delight · 11-14-2007, 12:52 PM

Cripes, that's the caftan to end all caftans! I've seen more plausible clothing in original Star Trek episodes.

Oh well, it is what it is.

Snowflake · 11-14-2007, 12:54 PM

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Originally Posted by Ghoulish Delight

Cripes, that's the caftan to end all caftans! I've seen more plausible clothing in original Star Trek episodes.

Oh well, it is what it is.

Melvin Belli in a caftan-like garment, as I recall, was very scary!

JWBear · 11-14-2007, 01:20 PM

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Originally Posted by Snowflake

Melvin Belli in a caftan-like garment, as I recall, was very scary!

Melvin Belli was just scary, period.

flippyshark · 11-14-2007, 01:39 PM

I've voiced my exasperation with this phrase recently, and it seems to trigger resentment from those friends I mention it to. (And I'm VERY gentle with said voicing, at least in person.) So, I guess my friends currently feel they need this phrase, but I'm really anxious for it to pass. On the other hand, some of the above-mentioned paraphrases of it should be launched into the memesphere immediately. Let's have some variety out there!

Admittedly, I tire of catch-phrases about the third time I hear them, so that's an area where I get curmudgeonly quickly. End of semi-rant.

Morrigoon · 11-14-2007, 01:55 PM

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Originally Posted by flippyshark

Admittedly, I tire of catch-phrases about the third time I hear them, so that's an area where I get curmudgeonly quickly. End of semi-rant.

Well, I've been saying "It is what it is" for too many years to give it up now. I could probably phase out "no worries", but as it is I use it mostly out of habitual reflex, so it could take a while.

Who knew I'd ever be guilty of utilizing "popular" vernacular?

katiesue · 11-14-2007, 01:40 PM

"No Worries" makes me bonkers. The Ex uses it constantly and it drives me insane.

Gemini Cricket · 11-14-2007, 01:47 PM

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Originally Posted by katiesue

"No Worries" makes me bonkers. The Ex uses it constantly and it drives me insane.

I say that a lot. To my clients.

I say 'cool' a lot, too.

Gn2Dlnd · 11-14-2007, 01:54 PM

It's all good.

or

Page 449.

11-14-2007, 01:13 PM	#2
BDBopper Not Taking Any Crap! Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: Cleaning Up America, One Step At A Time! Posts: 1,694	Funny you mention that. I've caught myself using that phrase a lot lately. I guess I have heard it too much on ESPN and my dad uses the phrase a lot too.
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Ghoulish Delight I Floop the Pig Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: Alternative Swankstyle Posts: 19,348	Cripes, that's the caftan to end all caftans! I've seen more plausible clothing in original Star Trek episodes. Oh well, it is what it is. __________________ 'He who receives an idea from me, receives instruction himself without lessening mine; as he who lights his taper at mine, receives light without darkening me.' -TJ
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flippyshark Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: Orlando, FL Posts: 2,852	I've voiced my exasperation with this phrase recently, and it seems to trigger resentment from those friends I mention it to. (And I'm VERY gentle with said voicing, at least in person.) So, I guess my friends currently feel they need this phrase, but I'm really anxious for it to pass. On the other hand, some of the above-mentioned paraphrases of it should be launched into the memesphere immediately. Let's have some variety out there! Admittedly, I tire of catch-phrases about the third time I hear them, so that's an area where I get curmudgeonly quickly. End of semi-rant.
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katiesue Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: San Diego Posts: 4,678	"No Worries" makes me bonkers. The Ex uses it constantly and it drives me insane. __________________ My life is so exciting I can hardly stand it.
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Gn2Dlnd Parmmadore Jim Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: Casita del Queso Posts: 3,810	It's all good. or Page 449. __________________ Does anyone still wear a hat?
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