Brent M. Jones - Connected Events Matter

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Peanut Butter and Banana Sandwiches

The Oxford Dictionary defines 'Nonsense' as ideas, statements, or beliefs that one might consider silly and untrue. This definition suggests that 'nonsense' is a subjective concept that varies from person to person and may not be fully captured by a dictionary's definition.

Checking out two people, we assume that person #1 likes this sandwich, but for person #2, the Peanut Butter and Banana Sandwich seems less desirable and not worth trying.

Some folks, in this case person #2, may go so far as to say, “No, I don’t want to; that is just nonsense.” Others may approach the decision differently, saying, “No thanks, that is just something I have no interest in.”

Did this hypothetical person number two ever try the several options of this sandwich?

Options?

1. Grilled Peanut Butter and Banana Sandwich

2. Toasted Peanut Butter and Banana Sandwich

3. Cross-sliced or sliced the long way banana slices

4. Peanut Butter on one bread slice and Jelly on the other slice with banana slices between them.

5. Options 1,2,3, or 4 using mashed bananas

6. Adding Cinanmon to any option

7. Adding Bacon to any option

The Oxford Dictionary suggests it only needs to be silly or untrue to be nonsense. Does that mean that any untrue suggestion underscores the subjective nature of 'nonsense,' highlighting that it's a concept that varies from person to person and may not be fully encapsulated by a dictionary's definition? It's a reminder to pause and reflect on our perceptions and judgments. For this sandwich, is it nonsense or perhaps silly for some?