'like kissing your sister'

Posted by Ward Fredericks December 29, 2003In reply to 'like kissing your sister' posted by Bob on December 28, 2003

In the US, when we are underwhelmed by the possibliity of doing something, it is said to be like 'kissing your sister' -- meaning that it is no special thing. The antipathy to sister kissing may well be a male orientation in the States. Is it elsewhere?

Specifically, the quote is "a tie is like kissing your sister." A quick tour around Google shows this sports cliche has a very Whole-9-Yard-like authorship. In five minutes I found it attributed to four different American football coaches, each time with unhesitating attribution. Detectives?

Bob, you do get the "Mr. Restraint Award" for 2003, for your admirable self control back on the 'Lies, Lies, and More Lies' thread. I've enjoyed kissing a number of sisters, but not my own.