To break the ice, so to speak, I'm going to introduce a little recurring "column"; actually, more like a "top ten", but without any binding numerical limitations. This is designed to break the ice in the manner of small-talk at a party: it doesn't mean much, and shouldn't be taken to represent the tone of the following conversation, but it serves its purpose. Although if you know me, you'll realise that this piece of small talk is close to my heart...


CLASSIC MELANIE GRIFFITH DIALOGUE FROM THE MOTION PICTURE WORKING GIRL #1: [While trying on a dress] "No. It's simple, elegant, yet makes a statement. Says to people, confident, a risk taker, not afraid to be noticed. Then, you hit 'em with your smarts! Here, shoes, I need shoes..."