Showing posts with label Pet Peeves. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Pet Peeves. Show all posts
Tuesday, November 25, 2008
Much Better Now
I don't have any previous posts regarding this matter but I thought I might blog about it anyway. I've been recently.. I say that loosely, having issues with a friend. It wasn't any huge thing to bother me but more like several minor to questionable instances to get me to this point. So tonight was the night I had to have "The Talk". I call it "the talk" because this is the talk that is the turning point of a friendship. You either remain friends or you go your separate ways. This talk only happens once. After that its not worth it. Fortunately, I've only had a couple of these talks and both of them ended well. I've got whats been bothering me off my chest and the same is true for this individual. Turns out there were a couple things I have said in the past that were not taken as intended. Well, kinda.. there was one thing that was said that I meant to say and I meant for it to be kinda mean at the time. I did however feel bad for saying it after I said it, but I was unable to apologize for it. I was able to do that tonight. So all is better now. For anyone else reading this who is wondering if there is anything I've been hanging on to, rest assured all is good now. With that I bid you all good night.
Friday, July 18, 2008
Ice
Today I met with a couple friends to watch the new Batman movie. At first I wasn't at all interested in seeing this one in the theater. Then it began growing on me with all the advertisements and stuff. Kinda surprising really. I don't normally give in to adds. Anyway, We went to see this movie and I have to say I liked it a whole lot more than I thought I would. I still think Michael Keaton made the best Batman. I liked it. It wasn't the "remake" I thought it was going to be. That is my review. Take it or leave it.
Of course going to the movies is not complete without a few things to go with it. So I had some popcorn a hot dog and a drink, with no ice. I don't get ice at the theater because at $5 for a soda or what ever the outrageous price is. I want the soda not the ice. (side story on this later)
So I told you that so I could share the biggest part of the story. One of our biggest pet peeves. If you said cell phones.. You are Correct! Yep! Oh by the way. I didn't get to sit with my friends because the theater was pretty full. I ended up sitting on the end of the row next to some kids. They were fine. However, a row in front of me and to the left some idiot had to text through the whole thing. I thought very seriously about throwing a piece of popcorn or 2 or 10.. but I didn't. I then realized why I should have gotten Ice with my soda. It would have been much better to throw at them. If I would have been sitting with my friends popcorn likely would have been thrown but not by me. I'm too nice. I tend to just think about doing it until I get blood boiling pissed.
The side story for anyone interested. When I got my soda without ice my friend informed me that there are some people that don't have ice. Also that I am weird. Only in a joking manner and it was taken as such. I am also always slow on the draw for a good or even decent come back. So now I have to say it here. What I should have said. "And there are some who have too much Ice."
Well, that's it. Again I thought the movie was good and I do recommend seeing it if you haven't already.
Of course going to the movies is not complete without a few things to go with it. So I had some popcorn a hot dog and a drink, with no ice. I don't get ice at the theater because at $5 for a soda or what ever the outrageous price is. I want the soda not the ice. (side story on this later)
So I told you that so I could share the biggest part of the story. One of our biggest pet peeves. If you said cell phones.. You are Correct! Yep! Oh by the way. I didn't get to sit with my friends because the theater was pretty full. I ended up sitting on the end of the row next to some kids. They were fine. However, a row in front of me and to the left some idiot had to text through the whole thing. I thought very seriously about throwing a piece of popcorn or 2 or 10.. but I didn't. I then realized why I should have gotten Ice with my soda. It would have been much better to throw at them. If I would have been sitting with my friends popcorn likely would have been thrown but not by me. I'm too nice. I tend to just think about doing it until I get blood boiling pissed.
The side story for anyone interested. When I got my soda without ice my friend informed me that there are some people that don't have ice. Also that I am weird. Only in a joking manner and it was taken as such. I am also always slow on the draw for a good or even decent come back. So now I have to say it here. What I should have said. "And there are some who have too much Ice."
Well, that's it. Again I thought the movie was good and I do recommend seeing it if you haven't already.
Wednesday, March 26, 2008
The slow ride
A few things happened today on the way home.
DMV's Best:
Yep, I found a couple of them today... The first one was just after work. Pulled out into traffic and drove about a 1/4 mile to the light with no problems everyone was moving fine. Then all of a sudden out of nowhere I get cut off! And oh Yes, The lady who did it was kind enough to give me a wave, as though that makes it all better. Was there a reason for her cutting me off? Nope, she didnt need to turn at the next turn. She just Had to be in "my" lane Exactly at that point in time. Made sense to her I guess.
Then I had the pleasure of being cut off again at the bank. This was apparently not prepared for what she needed to do there. She first pulled into one of the teller lanes. Then as I was pulling into the ATM lane, She at that point in time decided she needed to be in the ATM lane. So she backed up, cut me off, pulled up next to the ATM and proceeded to grab an envelope. Great! You see, the problem I have here is this. I go to the bank prepared for what I have to do. I have my deposit filled out and ready to go and my card is in my visor for easy access. I dont make people wait for me to do my thing. If for some reason I am not ready. I grab an envelope and pull around so that the person behind me can get their stuff done. Anyway, she finally finished making her deposit and left, or so I thought. As I finished up making my deposit I noticed she was back in the teller line. Now, I'm no expert on banks but I think what ever she needed to do at the ATM could have been done at the teller in the first place. By the way, There are 3 teller lanes and all 3 were open with nobody waiting. So, what was the point of cutting me off?
Next there was the old man and his wife doing 50mph in the "fast" lane during rush hour. Speed limit is 60mph by the way. Not only was he doing that but he was also hitting his breaks for No Reason! None, Nada, Zilch! I couldnt pass him because everyone else was in the other lane passing us by or driving right beside me so I couldnt get by. And there was someone on my ass at the same time. So by the time I was able to get past him I was pretty much home. So that was my drive home. Exciting.
And here is one on me. Yesterday due to road construction on my normal route. I had to take a detour. I've taken this road a few times in the past so I dont really have any excuse, but I was tired and not paying close attention. I almost ended up going the wrong way. (as in the wrong side of the road) You see, this road is your standard 2 way street until you get to the light. At that point there is all of a sudden an island divider. No clear signage and the lines on the road are old and faded. So I hit the brakes and turned real quick to avoid hitting the island. So thats it. My very own "Dee De Dee" moment.
DMV's Best:
Yep, I found a couple of them today... The first one was just after work. Pulled out into traffic and drove about a 1/4 mile to the light with no problems everyone was moving fine. Then all of a sudden out of nowhere I get cut off! And oh Yes, The lady who did it was kind enough to give me a wave, as though that makes it all better. Was there a reason for her cutting me off? Nope, she didnt need to turn at the next turn. She just Had to be in "my" lane Exactly at that point in time. Made sense to her I guess.
Then I had the pleasure of being cut off again at the bank. This was apparently not prepared for what she needed to do there. She first pulled into one of the teller lanes. Then as I was pulling into the ATM lane, She at that point in time decided she needed to be in the ATM lane. So she backed up, cut me off, pulled up next to the ATM and proceeded to grab an envelope. Great! You see, the problem I have here is this. I go to the bank prepared for what I have to do. I have my deposit filled out and ready to go and my card is in my visor for easy access. I dont make people wait for me to do my thing. If for some reason I am not ready. I grab an envelope and pull around so that the person behind me can get their stuff done. Anyway, she finally finished making her deposit and left, or so I thought. As I finished up making my deposit I noticed she was back in the teller line. Now, I'm no expert on banks but I think what ever she needed to do at the ATM could have been done at the teller in the first place. By the way, There are 3 teller lanes and all 3 were open with nobody waiting. So, what was the point of cutting me off?
Next there was the old man and his wife doing 50mph in the "fast" lane during rush hour. Speed limit is 60mph by the way. Not only was he doing that but he was also hitting his breaks for No Reason! None, Nada, Zilch! I couldnt pass him because everyone else was in the other lane passing us by or driving right beside me so I couldnt get by. And there was someone on my ass at the same time. So by the time I was able to get past him I was pretty much home. So that was my drive home. Exciting.
And here is one on me. Yesterday due to road construction on my normal route. I had to take a detour. I've taken this road a few times in the past so I dont really have any excuse, but I was tired and not paying close attention. I almost ended up going the wrong way. (as in the wrong side of the road) You see, this road is your standard 2 way street until you get to the light. At that point there is all of a sudden an island divider. No clear signage and the lines on the road are old and faded. So I hit the brakes and turned real quick to avoid hitting the island. So thats it. My very own "Dee De Dee" moment.
Wednesday, February 20, 2008
An Update:
Re: Said neighbor who I have been complaining about.
Well, its been a couple weeks since we sold Jake's truck. So far all has been good aside from the day we sold it. Of course he may have gotten the hint when he asked why I sold it. I told him I got tired of looking at it in front of my house. I have really enjoyed not having any cars in front of my house for the last couple weeks. Don't have much to say at this time. Just thought I'd update with a little good news.
Well, its been a couple weeks since we sold Jake's truck. So far all has been good aside from the day we sold it. Of course he may have gotten the hint when he asked why I sold it. I told him I got tired of looking at it in front of my house. I have really enjoyed not having any cars in front of my house for the last couple weeks. Don't have much to say at this time. Just thought I'd update with a little good news.
Saturday, February 9, 2008
Just as I thought...
I knew it. I wanted to give some credit and not worry about it but there it is plain as day. There is a car in front of our house. We just got back from selling Jake's truck so we wouldn't have anymore cars in front of our house. What do I see when we turn on to our street.. a damn car... In Front of Our House! Now, I don't think it is our neighbors car. (anymore) I think he sold it to his cousin or something and he is the one parked in front of our house now. Which by the way was also here when we left, but it was parked in front of the neighbors house. Yeah, I know this all sounds familiar. Its the same story and complaint I've had for some time now. I'm only looking for some common courtesy. Why should I not have a luxury of having no cars in front of my house when it is not my car or someone visiting me? When you visit someone do you not park in front of their house? As long as there is room. Seems to me that's the first place to look for a parking spot. Someday we'll have a nice piece of land somewhere and nobody will be able to park in front of my house. For now, this will remain one of my biggest pet peeves.
Saturday, December 15, 2007
Parking...
Ok, this has been bothering me for a long time. I have a pet peeve of people parking in front of my house when they are not visiting at my house. Its not that I don't like my neighbor. I just don't like him parking in front of my house. I don't like Navy Jake's truck in front of my house either. (which will soon be gone) I just like it to be open. Its the only view we have at this house and why should we have to look out our front window and see vehicles in front of our house? Maybe I'm just an ass for thinking this way. I just don't think its right. On top of that where are my guests supposed to park when they come over? I guess my belief on this subject is, parking in front of someones house should be guest parking unless you yourself are parking there. Sounds like common sense to me, but then again, that's just me.
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