{"product_id":"101-ways-to-flip-the-bird-isbn-9780767926812","title":"101 Ways to Flip the Bird","description":"So ticked off you’re at a loss for words?\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci\u003e101 Ways to Flip the Bird\u003c\/i\u003e provides 101 creative ways to express exactly how you feel. Arm yourself with the perfect bird for every occasion:\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci\u003eSome jerk cut you off in traffic? \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003eOpt for the Classic Flip, also appropriate when protesting a bad call by a referee (see page 2).\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci\u003eInterrupted by a rude coworker?\u003c\/i\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eTry the Glasses Adjuster, subtle enough to use during a business meeting (see page 26).\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci\u003eA joker makes a snide remark about your haircut?\u003c\/i\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCup a Bird behind your ear and flip them Sorry, I’m Deaf (see page 66).\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci\u003eYour cheap friend is hitting you up for money again?\u003c\/i\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePull Here, I’ve Got Something For You out of your pocket (see page 38).\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci\u003eFirst date boring you half to death with inane chatter?\u003c\/i\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAmuse yourself with the Thinker, a simple and pensive Bird to the chin (see page 64).RICK JOSEPH is a film producer and novelty toy manufacturer who lives in Sherman Oaks, California. He has been credited on such comedy classics as \u003ci\u003eRush Hour\u003c\/i\u003e and \u003ci\u003eNational Lampoon’s Van Wilder\u003c\/i\u003e. JASON JOSEPH lives in Buffalo, New York.\u003cb\u003e[ 1 ]\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eThe Classic Flip\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe originator of the “Screw You” phenomenon. It’s still the easiest and most widely used. Its ease and impact make it a favorite for that split-second “Screw You” flash. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSome examples of when to use the Classic Flip are:\u003cbr\u003ea. You get cut off in traffic.\u003cbr\u003eb. A referee makes a bad call.\u003cbr\u003ec. A friend gives you a bad-hair-day comment.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eScrew You How-To:\u003cbr\u003eBend your arm at the elbow joint, perpendicular to the ground. Keep your forearm vertical. Curl all your fingers into a fist while leaving your middle finger (Bird finger) extended.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e[ 2 ]\u003cbr\u003eThe Classic Flip with Arm Cross\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWhen a classic “Screw You” just won’t do, this one has balls. The emphasis of the second hand coming across and down on the elbow joint of the giving hand makes this “Screw You” much more meaningful.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSome examples of when to use the Classic Flip with Arm Cross are:\u003cbr\u003ea. Someone drives through a puddle and splashes you on the side of the road.\u003cbr\u003eb. You lock your keys in the car.\u003cbr\u003ec. The visiting team wins against your home team on a last-second play.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eScrew You How-To:\u003cbr\u003eBend your arm at the elbow joint, perpendicular to the ground. Keep your forearm vertical. Bring your other hand across the elbow joint, keeping that arm horizontal to the ground. On the vertical hand curl all your fingers into a fist while leaving your middle finger (Bird finger) extended.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e[ 3 ]\u003cbr\u003eThe Waving Bird\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA classic brought back from the verge of extinction. It originally gained its popularity from break dancing during the ’80s. Its resurgence, however, may have come around with the Michael Jackson court case, since many fans felt it was time to “wave” good-bye to the King of Pop in the same style that made him famous.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSome examples of when to use the Waving Bird are:\u003cbr\u003ea. You’re filled up on sushi and your brother is across the table. It’s a good way to get his attention.\u003cbr\u003eb. You happen to come across Michael Jackson on the street.\u003cbr\u003ec. You’re giving a friendly good-bye wave to a friend upon leaving a club. It adds a li’l style to your exit.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eScrew You How-To:\u003cbr\u003eStarting with both arms extended, catch the “wave” motion and follow from the fingertips on one hand all the way up and down your arms to the end of the giving hand, then twist your hand around to show the Bird. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eWarning\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003ci\u003e: This one takes a bit of practice. Doing it wrong will really make you look like an asshole. Best to practice this one in front of a mirror and make sure you can do it smoothly.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e[ 4 ]\u003cbr\u003eThe Sly Bird\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis li’l devil is a beauty. Scratching your nose (or any part of your face) with your Bird adds a touch of style to the “Screw You.” The recipient sometimes doesn’t even  recognize he’s being “Screwed” until it’s all over, and even then he’s not all that sure. This one is great for more structured settings when a blatant “Screw You” is just inappropriate.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSome examples of the right time to use the Sly Bird are:\u003cbr\u003ea. When you’re at a dinner party and one of the guests pisses you off.\u003cbr\u003eb. This is the perfect “Screw You” to the teacher from the back of the class. If it’s done quickly enough you can get away with it. Be careful and don’t linger here.\u003cbr\u003ec. When a friend makes a sly smart-ass comment to you.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eScrew You How-To:\u003cbr\u003eUse your Bird to scratch a part of your face.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e[ 5 ]\u003cbr\u003eThe Draw\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA “Screw You” with a Wild West flavor. Legend has it Doc Holliday once used the Draw on a guy in the street and the guy dropped dead of a heart attack. Talk about a powerful “Screw You.” Of course, it’s only a legend, so don’t be afraid of using this one on your friends.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSome examples of the appropriate time to use the Draw are:\u003cbr\u003ea. When you see a good friend in the middle of the hall, especially if he’s carrying a lot of books.\u003cbr\u003eb. Whenever you’re in Arizona, Nevada, Utah, etc.\u003cbr\u003ec. On Halloween when you see someone dressed as a cowboy–or whenever you see someone in one of those “urban cowboy” hats.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eScrew You How-To:\u003cbr\u003ePretend you’re pulling your Bird from your hip like a gun from a holster.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eWarning:\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003ci\u003e Never, I repeat, never use this one on a police officer or a gang member, as they have real guns.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e","brand":"Crown","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46304853983461,"sku":"NP9780767926812","price":17.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1842\/7735\/files\/9780767926812.jpg?v=1767720162","url":"https:\/\/k12savings.com\/products\/101-ways-to-flip-the-bird-isbn-9780767926812","provider":"K12savings","version":"1.0","type":"link"}