it made me do a flinch and cringe.
YAH!!! This phrase fits perfectly into what I was trying to describe on another thread! "Shudder and gag" came to mind, but I like yours SO much better! I may use it myself.
I'd like to say that I have utmost repect for those that have to attend meetings (TM) for whatever reasons. I honestly do not know how they do it.
sympathy hugs,
Annie