Really? I can get frustrated at what I perceive as willful ignorance, but I don't think I've ever thought that of you. Maybe, once in a while, I think you might start to take your position of devil's advocacy too seriously, but I don't think you've ever upset me.


I certainly appreciate it, but, as far as I'm concerned, there's no need.

If anyone is guilty of causing offense, I'm certain it's me. I've been called any variety of synonyms for "brusque", most less family-friendly. Most of the time I'm not totally aware of it. (Though, admittedly, sometimes I am.)