The Finger of Dismissal

I'm sure that you've all either given or received the finger at some point in your life.  I know I have.  On Monday, Jay introduced me to something even better -- the finger of dismissal. 

Let me describe the finger of dismissal.

• First, you have to know when to use it.  For example, let's say that you're telling someone that they'd probably get their homework done much faster if they would just put their cell phone down, stop texting all their friends, and concentrate on the task at hand.   Halfway through your diatribe, the person simply cuts you off by giving you the finger of dismissal.  That would be a perfect time to use it.
• Next, you have to know how to give it.  It's a bit complicated.  Here's how I've seen it done by the master:
• Raise the arm that is closest to the person giving you the lecture and hold up the index finger on that hand.
• At the same time, turn your head in the opposite direction of your raised arm, tilt it downward, and stare down your nose.
• At no point do you say a word or even make a noise -- just hold your pose.

That, my friends, is the finger of dismissal.  It works like a charm.  Use it once and you'll soon be addicted.  I know I am.  In fact, less than 48 hours after being introduced to it, I'm already being accused of overuse.  I can never get too much of a good thing.