Re: [Harp-L] Re: Phrasing and Spacing

[Garry Hodgson <harp@xxxxxxxxxxx>]

Winslow Yerxa <winslowyerxa@xxxxxxxxx> wrote:

> I've heard that same quote attributed to Fats Waller, and I'm sure   
> it's been attributed to others in addition to Pops and Fats.

i've also heard it attributed to others to describe mountain climbing,  
martial arts, and various other activities.

> Frankly, I think it's a harmful and elitist statement - in essence,   
> it says that if you're on the outside, you'll never get in.

agreed.


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