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June 08, 2005
Stick 'em up
David Toms is my hero. After getting rankled that a fan at the Memorial golf tournament was cheering for his opponent Fred Couples, Toms sank a putt and then made the rude gesture you see above. Toms pleaded that he was, in fact, scratching his nose. But you can't fool me - this is one of the most classic "subtle flickoffs" ever. In fact, I think it is the ultimate subtle flickoff.
Here are some of my other favorite moves:
The Crank: Raise your fist at the recepient of the flickoff; then, with your other hand next to the fist, pretend you are turning a handle, like on a pencil sharpener. Slowly raise your middle finger as you do this. It looks like you're cranking up your middle finger! Priceless!
The Make-Up Case: Works best if you are a girl. Again raise your fist, then use your other hand to raise your middle finger. Pretend that the raised middle finger is now the mirror that all women carry around in their purses, and adjust your hair and makeup accordingly. Then, close the makeup case. Get's em every time.
The Penny on the Floor: This one is timeless, and probably edging towards lameness. When somebody offends you, act surprised and then announce that you see something on the floor, in the couch cushions, etc. Then, bend down to retrieve it, and come back up with your raised middle finger. Best accompanied with a "fuck you" or some other witty response.
entry no. 156
Posted at June 8, 2005 11:59 AM
Comments
What about the Trumpet flip? As seen in the movie "Bruce Almighty," turn to the side, raise a pretend trumpet, finger some notes and finish the "song" with a long note with the middle finger extended.
Posted by: John at June 8, 2005 01:56 PM