Editor: You used the phrase “Charlie horse” but it should be “charley horse.” Me: But that’s not how you spell “Charlie.” Why is it spelled that way? Editor: No one knows. Me: THEN HOW DO YOU KNOW I’M WRONG? Someone spelled Charlie wrong in the 1800s and now I’m getting yelled at for it. Editor: We can spell it wrong if you want. Me: I just spilled all my tater tots on the floor. I can’t make decisions right now. Go with your gut.
