On Tue, 29 Dec 2009 09:59:04 -0500, Jim wrote:

D.Duck wrote:
Vic Smith wrote:
I don't dwell on it, but it irritates me every time.
Somebody says "Thank you." The other person responds, "Thank YOU."
What the **** happened to just saying "You're welcome"?
Is this some kind of oneupmanship bull****?
Thank you for your attention.

Thank you....

Gee thanks

I'll see your thanks and raise you a "Gosh - that was very nice of you
- please - thank you very much."