Oh my goodness, it was also one of my father's expressions. He once sent an order for a Bazooka Joe T-shirt for my brother with a note saying, "get your finger out, I needed it yesterday". The Bazooka Joe people returned his cheque with a note saying....and I know this off by heart...'When you can communicate with us in a polite and reasonable manner, we will process your order. In the meantime, we are returning your cheque.'