From: David Douthitt <DDouthitt@...>
Date: 2000-06-13T07:54:19-05:00
Subject: [ruby-talk:03357] Re: Selling Rubies by the Carat



>>> gnhurst@hurstlinks.com 6/12/00 5:17p >>>

> Also, Ruby has a noble association. Python is either
> a snake, or an irreverent comedy show. Perl is based
> on a grain of sand, formed over time in a clam. Nicer.
> But Ruby is both gem and harmonious warbler
> (ruby-crowned kinglet). It reigns charmingly over
> the rest, and is pleasing to all who come across it.

Ah, poetry!

I wonder - is there any semblence between Perl and
Hester Prynne's little Pearl?  As Hester put it:
"She can be a fantastic little elf-child,
sometimes."

Bonus points if you recognize the reference :-)