>I'm sure other people would
> like to spare their mailbox with your quibbling about your
> annoying and loaded analyses of every word that I type.
Steady on, Glen honey!
I for one was grateful for Brian's query, and for the comments by both of
you.
And of course you both have valid points: (a) Attention to detail does
matter, and umlaut is not ablaut. (b) An example should not distract us
from the main point.
So keep it coming!
Peter