Communication FUNdamentals

Aug. 6, 2008

Misadventures of Foot in Mouth Man: Old Friends?

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Episode 110: Old Friends?

While FIMM was at a restaurant, he thought he recognized a woman as someone he knew from his college days. He had only gone to college for a total of six weeks so he couldn't remember where exactly he had met her. He went up to say hello and she recognized him right away! They got to talking...

FIMM: Wow! It's been a long time. I wonder if that little pizza place around the corner from the college still has that awful sauce.

Woman: I would imagine. I'm still the pizza chef and we're still using my recipe.

How many more feet can FIMM fit in his mouth? Tune in next week to find out!

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From JoJo's Purple Crayon...

Where's FIMM? Did you find himm this week?
Where's FIMM? Come find the only Foot in Mouth Man picture that is different from all the rest. Email what he looks like and where you found himm to fimm@artofeloquence.com and you could win a free Art of Eloquence eProduct of your choice!

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Jul. 30, 2008

Misadventures of Foot in Mouth Man: PIG!!

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Episode 109: PIG!!

FIMM went out for lunch the other day. On the way to the restaurant, he passed a woman in a car coming the opposite direction. With her head stuck out the window, she yelled, "PIG!!"

FIMM was so distraught. He had never met this woman before. Why would she yell at him like this? He was so deep in thought, pondering when he might ever have done something to have offend this woman, that he almost hit a 50 pound pig!

FIMM's got to work on his nonverbal cues!

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Jul. 23, 2008

Misadventures of Foot in Mouth Man: John Deere Letter

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Episode 108: John Deere Letter

While FIMM is on location at the Art of Eloquence website, he has been receiving letters from Bonnie. This week Bonnie had a problem she wanted to ask FIMM about. It seems their property was in need of some work and she wanted to ask FIMM about tractors. FIMM opened his email to find this subject line:

To: FIMM
Subject: John Deere

FIMM thought, "Oh No! A John Deere Letter!"

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Jul. 16, 2008

While the Foot in Mouth Man is away the Guest FIMMpersonator will...fill in!

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Episode 107: Guest FIMMpersonator at the airport

I hope you're having fun playing "Where's FIMM?" each week. Don't forget to visit Art of Eloquence and find himm!

FIMM's cousin was flying in from out of town to help Blogger Cable while FIMM's on location on the Art of Eloquence website. He had some trouble so we thought he would fill in for FIMM here too. Take a look:

Airline Worker: Hi Sir. How can I help you?

Slimm: Actually, I'm only 5' 5" tall, but I'd like to book a flight to Bloggerland.

Airline Worker: Y...you don't have to be tall to book a flight to Bloggerland. When did you want to book it?

Slimm: I don't need a book, but I'd like to get there on July 1st.

Airline Worker: O...K...Did you want a non-stop flight, Sir?

Slimm: No. I'd like to stop.

Airline Worker: Where, Sir? I have one with a stop in Cyberville. Would that work?

Slimm: No, I'm going to Bloggerland.

Airline Worker: Yes, Sir, but where would you like your layover?

Slimm: I don't need to lay anything over anywhere. I just need to get to Bloggerland.

Airline Worker: So...you do want a non-stop flight?

Slimm: Oh I definitely want to stop!

Airline Worker: Are you sure, Sir? Where?

Slimm: I am positive. In Bloggerland!

Airline Worker: Well...yes, Sir. That's a non-stop flight.

Slimm: If it doesn't stop, how would I get off the flight?

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Jul. 9, 2008

FIMM's Clue to help you enter the "Where's FIMM?" Contest this week!

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Episode 106: Another "Where's FIMM?" Contest Clue from FIMM

I am hearing from folks about how much fun it is to find FIMM each week. I hope you are all having as much fun finding FIMM as we are hiding himm. lol There is only one more day this week to find FIMM for our "Where's FIMM?" Contest. Tomorrow he changes his appearance and hides in another place on the Art of Eloquence website so catch him today before he changes!

Just look for the picture of FIMM on the Art of Eloquence website that looks different from all the other FIMM pictures. Then email fimm@artofeloquence.com and tell us what he looks like this week and where you found him. You will be entered into the drawing to win a free Art of Eloquence eProduct of your CHOICE!

If you listen to Grace Talk Soup each week, you will hear me announce a clue as to what FIMM looks like that week. And every few weeks Communication FUNdamentals blog readers can find a "Where's FIMM?" contest clue about where FIMM is hiding. The only trouble is, FIMM is not very good at giving clues because he is a notoriously bad communicator. You will have to figure out his clue. Give it a try:

Hi Communication FUNdamentals blog readrs! I'm FIMM. You know, Foot in Mouth Man. I'm Art of Eloquence's mascot and resident MIScommunicator.

Wright now I am hiding on there website somewhere. Here's a clue to were you can find me.

I'm on the webpage that u can view over. Just about below halve way down on the side where you see all the package values that are special.

Don't forget that Im very patroitic this weak. Sea what I'm holding? I love America!

Well, I hope you find me today after my grate clu. Good luck in the drawing!

Your's very truerly,

FIMM

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Jul. 2, 2008

A Foot in Mouth Man "Out of Office" Auto Repsonder

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Episode 105: A Foot in Mouth Man "Out of Office" Auto Responder

Since FIMM isn't going to be back to work at Blogger Cable for several weeks, his supervisor will be handling all of his duties. She told FIMM just to delete all of the emails he receives when he gets back.

FIMM decided to set up an out of office reply auto responder to let customers and coworkers know that he is out of the office for several weeks:

I will be unable to delete all my emails while on location at Art of Eloquence.com. Please be patient, and your email will be deleted when I return.

FIMM

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Jun. 25, 2008

Misadventures of Foot in Mouth Man: FIMMism is Spreading!

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Episode 104: MIScommunication Disease! It's spreading!

FIMM's been away for several weeks now on assignment. He will be for several more weeks as you all are playing "Where's FIMM?" He thought he would send a special gift to Bonnie so she would know how much he missed her and the babies while he was on location.

FIMM ordered a locket for Bonnie. On one side she could put a picture of FIMM and on the other side a picture of their babies: Timm, Jimm, Kimm, Slimm and Enrique. He ordered it to be engraved. He told the lady on the phone. "Have it engraved: To my Bonnie and underneath... All my love, FIMM."

Oh no! FIMMism is spreading! It's transmitted through the phone lines!
Be very careful that it isn't transmitted through the internet...

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Don't be a FIMMpersonator!
Click here to read through the FIMM Archives and to view FIMM's video!
Check out Art of Eloquence to learn communication skills the FUN way!
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From JoJo's Purple Crayon...

Where's FIMM? Did you find himm this week?

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Jun. 18, 2008

Latest "Where's FIMM?" Contest Clue!

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Episode 103: Another "Where's FIMM?" Contest Clue

FIMM is still on assignment hiding on the Art of Eloquence site for our "Where's FIMM? Contest". Have you found himm yet this week? No? You only have one more day this week!

Periodically FIMM will give you little clues to help you find him. Unfortunately, FIMM is our resident MIScommunicator. His clues are not always that easy to figure out. See if you can:

FIMM here!
your frendly nayborhood MIScommunicator. I have another clu to hlep you find me this weak.

i'll be with Timm, Jimm, Kimm, Slimm and Enrique. its the only picture of me with our baybies on the entire Art of Eloquence cite. I am hiding in what's things are gnu.

Hurry and find me this weak because tomorrow morning I will look different and be hiding in a gnu spot.

Good Luk!
FIMM

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Jun. 11, 2008

MISadventures of Foot in Mouth Man: FIMMternet Travel

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Episode 102: FIMMternet Travel

As you know, FIMM is on assignment for Art of Eloquence for the next several weeks. A few weeks ago, FIMM enlisted the help of a Travel Agent to help him make arrangements to fly from Bloggerland to Art of Eloquence.com. Here's how it happened:

FIMM: I want to book a flight to Art of Eloquence.com. Is it possible to have a layover in Capetown.

Agent: No, but we could book you a flight to Africa and then you could take another flight to Art of Eloquence.com.

FIMM: I don't want to go to Africa. I want to visit Capetown. I have family there.

Agent: You have family where?

FIMM: Capetown. You know, Capetown, Massachusetts!

Agent: Sir, Capetown is in Africa. Cape Cod is in Massachusetts.

FIMM: Oh well...yes. Cape Cod then.

Agent: That will make you about a few days later in arriving at Art of Eloquence.com. Will that be ok?

FIMM: Oh. No. Never mind. Let's just do one of those direct Computer Flights then.

Agent: You mean Commuter Flights?

FIMM: Oh yes... When does the plane take off and land?

Agent: I can get you a flight out at 8:35am that lands at Art of Eloquence.com at 6:42am.

FIMM: How is it possible that I could land before I take off?

Agent: You are three hours later in Bloggerland and the flight is only an hour.

FIMM: But three plus one is four ...oh never mind. Is there anything else?

Agent: Well, you are going to need a Visa.

FIMM: Oh I've been to Art of Eloquence.com before. I haven't needed a Visa!

Agent: Well, I am double checking that sir but I show that, when you travel between a blog site and a .com site, you need a Visa.

FIMM: Oh no I've just always used my Master Card.

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Jun. 4, 2008

Go on your very own "Where's FIMM?" MISadventure complements of Foot in Mouth Man!

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Episode 101: Where's FIMM? FIMM gives you a clue!

FIMM is on assignment for Art of Eloquence for the next several weeks. His job? To hide in plain sight on the Art of Eloquence website to see how many people can find him after listening to the clues JoJo gives her listening audience on Grace Talk Soup each week. Since you only have one more day to find himm, FIMM thought he would give you a clue! But be careful! FIMM is notorious for MIScommunication!!

Dear Where's FIMM Seakers,

Hi. This is FIMM. You know, Foot in Mouth Man. I've been hiding on the Art of Eloquence cite all weak. Half you found me yet? You only half one more day to find me be four I change my hiding place. Want a clue?

As you may no from listening to Grace Talk Soup, my head is where my feat should be and my feat are where my head was before they switched places. I am hiding on the page with letters and that's knews to me!

Now that you no where I am, just email what I look like and wear I'm hiding to fimm@artofeloquence.com and you will be entered in too the drawing two win a free prize from Art of Eloquence!

Glad I could help.

FIMM

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May. 28, 2008

FIMM's 100th Episode: Communication FUNdamentals Disorder

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Episode 100: Communication FUNdamentals Disorder

Today FIMM celebrates his 100th episode! For over two years Foot in Mouth Man has been educating others on the FIMMportance of effective communication in a fun and engaging way. FUNbelievably creative episodes have made himm a favorite with adults and children alike. Many homeschoolers tune in each Wednesday to share FIMM's Faux Pas with their children as a mini communication lesson!

Let's travel back to a time to where it all began. 46 years ago...BFIMM (Before Foot In Mouth Man)...

FIMM was born in a little blog cabin in the homeschool cyberwoods on April 1st, 1962. He was a happy-go-lucky child full of wonder and a FUNtastic sense of adventure. FUNfortunately, deep within himm there was a frustrating secret so FIMMportant that it would affect his entire life!

FIMM didn't speak a word until he was 4 1/2 years old. Unable to articulate his wants and needs, FIMM became increasingly frustrated. By first grade, his inability to communicate began to affect his self esteem as his peers laughed at his comments. His doctors were at a loss to find the cause until, at the age of 7, FIMM was diagnosed with CFD. Communication FUNdamentals Disorder is a very rare disease affecting the ability to communicate. Patients begin to lose the ability to listen, notice details in a conversation, and even to comprehend communicational nuances like body language and facial expressions. Eventually patients are left with a total inability to articulate clearly resulting in comments so outrageous that they contain comedic brilliance!

Most with CFD are doomed to friendless misery and poverty as they insult and confuse their way through life. But with a strong belief in his Lord and Savoir, FIMM decided to make the most of his communication disabilities. His sunny attitude and strong compassion for others shined through his inappropriate and sometimes rude comments. FIMM's optimism helped him overcome adversity. By the time FIMM was 32, he had developed some severe complications. He had a chronic case of Foot in Mouth Disease and was plagued by periodic bouts of Athlete's Tongue.

Then one day, two years ago, FIMM found God's purpose for his life! God used FIMM's communication disability to help share the FIMMportance of effective communication skills. FIMM's uniquely creative approach to teaching communication skills has been a blessing to all who have tuned in each week!

Won't you join me in celebration of Foot in Mouth Man's FIMMtastic success? Let us give thanks that we do not suffer from this debilitating disease. We can learn to communicate effectively and we can teach our children so let's use the tools and abilities God has given us!

A note from FIMMself:

"I'm very great full to God that He has used me in this way! I pray that each of u will take the tyme to learn two speak effectively so that you can n Joy more happyness and suck seed in life doing the things u were meant to due. Art of Eloquence is a great place to start. They're studys are sew much fun. By some today!" -FIMM

Don't be a FIMMpersonator!
Click here to read through the FIMM Archives and to view FIMM's video!
Check out Art of Eloquence to learn communication skills the FUN way!

Hey! Want a FIMM tshirt? Check out Art of Eloquence's FIMMshop!
http://www.cafepress.com/aoe_fimmshop

From JoJo's Purple Crayon...

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May. 21, 2008

FIMM's advice on having children after 35!

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Episode 99: FIMM's Advice on Having Children After 35!

Timm, Jimm, Kimm, Slimm and Enrique are over a month old. It's been very difficult for FIMM and Bonnie. One baby is difficult enough for new parents to adjust to but five! Bonnie's mom and dad have been a tremendous help. Even Bonnie's friends have come over to help.

One of Bonnie's friends began talking about having a baby of her own. She said she was concerned about having a child after 35. Since Bonnie was an older mom, she thought she would get some advice...

Karen: Would you recommend having a child after 35?

FIMM: Oh absolutely not!

Karen: No? But the doctors say...

FIMM: Oh I don't care what the doctors say!

Karen: But don't you think with better medical care...

FIMM: It's got nothing to do with medical care. It's afterward. I have very strong opinions on this issue! I would advise against having children after 35!

Karen: But don't you think that there is so much more help these days for women?

FIMM: I can tell you from personal experience that it is a bad idea! Women should NOT have children after 35! Five children are hard enough to handle!