"Just sayin' "

I noticed a post on a forum that ended with "just sayin' ".  It was obvious they were saying something, why the need to point that out?

I've seen it written quite a few times and find it a real source of bemusement. You have just said something - did you think I missed that and so needed an explanation?
It's like they're letting you know "Yes I have strung words together to express a thought or opinion but just in case anyone missed that, I'll clarify it  by letting you all know I was  "just sayin' "

It occurred to me that it seemed to be a disclaimer; you know the kind  - someone is as rude as hell then ends their comment with "just joking." That's the disclaimer that says you have no right to be offended or annoyed because I have tacked on the disclaimer and that makes everything that has gone before it OK.
 So you're "just sayin'? " Well say the damn thing and leave it at that!!

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We have a bridge near us. The road either side is two way but the bridge is only one lane. There's a give way sign at one end and for the most part people are polite and sensible. However you always get the one who ignores the sign, wants to beat you across no matter what and comes barreling toward you at breakneck speed. You of course have no option but to stop or face a head-on accident.

You wait, murmuring obscenities under your breath at the oncoming vehicle, when suddenly ..... yes there it is................. the wave. Often accompanied by a half apologetic smile "the wave"  says " I know, I know, but truly this car has a mind of its own. I saw the give way sign but I just couldn't stop. Yes I'm sorry but you noticed I waved???  Oh good, we're alright then."

Admittedly it is a bit of light entertainment whilst sitting at the end of the bridge as we try to guess if we'll get the disclaimer, the embarrassed/ aggressive glance or the "eyes front" thing where the other driver tries to ignore our presence even though he's driving right at us. :) 90% of the time it's "the wave.' Ah the disclaimer .............................. it covers a multitude of sins.

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WARNING: I cannot be held responsible for the above, as apparently my chickens have learned how to type.