Do you know why ships and aircraft use the term “mayday” when they’re
in trouble? Of course you don’t. Nobody knows that. I am feeling
particularly generous today, though, so I will tell you. The phrase
comes from the French word “m'aidez,” which is pronounced “may day” and means “help me.” It only makes sense that the internationally
recognized call for help is of French origin. Now you know.
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Hey Terry.. where did ya go?
Thought you were abducted by aliens or something...
then again.. are you? you have'nt blogged for the past 6 months!
Oui, I knew that. My french friend, Francois always says "m'aidez" GOD!!!! He thinks he is clever, for the double entendre! I am sure that that is cute only here in the US? Thank you for your timely information, as it is now that we need all the help we can get.
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