Originally Posted by
excon
Hello again, j:
Glad you asked... My answer is probably gonna reflect a similar sentiment to the one I expressed above.
Swearing to punctuate, to color, to intone depth, isn't offensive to me. When used properly, instead of to shock, some words just can't be replaced.
However, swearing AT somebody, is quite offensive. Calling people names is offensive. It puts them down. That's not the kind of swearing I do.
I'm respectful of people. My mother taught me well. I actually have manners and I know how to behave in polite society. No, I don't drop f-bombs or any other words indiscriminately.
In my own house with my family and friends, I'm myself. I don't pretend. I pass on my values to my children, too. They don't swear in polite company either.
excon
PS> (edited) Ok, I swore AT that guy Athos. What??? You want perfection?