"Congratulations!"
Congratulations is no more than a word to wish a good fortune to the already fortunate beholder. There's always a time when kids get into college, people get married, babies are born.... and the use of this word suddenly shoots up like a bull market.
It feels good to say it, letting people know you actually wish them well, and that you're thanking whatever omnipotent, omniscient, omnibenevolent being out there for them.
But...
a sarcastic applaud should be banned.
I came across someone who complained to me about this word, and it really hit me that there are some people out there who say "congratulations" half-heartedly, that the poor souls who deserve it did not feel the full impact of it. tsk to you guys.. tsk tsk.
Well, to anyone who comes across this post, and feel like you need a pat on the back,
"Congratulations!" It's important to feel deserved, even if it's just winning that spelling bee contest in class.
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