Bars Quote by Jaclyn Moriarty
“Dear Complete and Utter Stranger, The first thing that I have to say is that I hate oatmeal. I really hate it. And you know what? If you like oatmeal at all? I mean even the tiniest bit? I mean, say you were lost in the Himalayas, right, and you hadn't eaten anything except a Mars Bar for about seven years, right, and you're really cold and your fingers are all dropping off, right, and you look behind this rock, and there's this bowl of oatmeal? Say you would even think about eating the oatmeal? Well, JUST DON'T BOTHER WRITING TO ME, OKAY?”
About This Quote
Source Novel: The Betrayal of Bindy Mackenzie, 2007
The speaker rejects any connection with someone who dislikes oatmeal, using hyperbole to emphasize personal dislike.
In simple terms: I won’t engage with oatmeal lovers.
Key Takeaway
Avoid contact with those who share my aversion.
Themes
personal preference
dislike
hyperbole
Mood
playful
ironic
Type
humorous
satirical
When to use this quote
- friendship
- dating
- food discussions
- online forums
Key Concepts
taste aversion
social boundaries
Questions to Reflect On
- Why reject someone over a minor dislike?
- Could humor soften the rejection?
A Different Perspective
The extreme stance may alienate potential allies and limit social interaction.
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