If we look around, there are numerous things that happen that can annoy us. Some of us are able to turn a blind eye and let things pass. Some of us are blind and don't see it. Anyway, I have realized that there are certain things that wont change. We got to deal with it. So here are my top five things that really annoy me no end.
Honking:
I rarely honk. That is because I have come to realize that there is no point. Traffic is only going to get worse and roads are going to be more clogged. Now how hard is it to understand that? How difficult is to to look in front and see a red light and see vehicles piled up, and realize that no one can move until the light turns green? Then why honk? I guess I became intolerant to honking after my stint in USA, where there is NO honking. When the light is red and if someone behind me honks, I make it a point not to move an inch, no matter how loud the honking. Horns should be banned. Really!!
Slow and Steady:
This slow and steady ain't going to win any races. How often have you waited at a counter and the person who is supposed to attend to you is paying zero attention to you, and is instead busy on his cell phone. Or sometimes he just roams around doing nothing, or moving at his own slow pace, as if there is no one to attend to. Makes you feel invisible and it is indeed frustrating that your presence is not even acknowledged. When I am at a counter, I expect to be attended to.
Autos:
Of course, show me one person who has only good things to say about autos. No surprise but auto drivers are among the most hated creatures, but unfortunately for a lot of individuals, they are dependent on them. In my opinion, the autos in Chennai are the worst, hands down. No meters, no fixed fares, no regard to passengers, absolutely nothing. In Chennai they will come anywhere you call them, but you pay what they ask for. This is daylight robbery or extortion at its best. A pity that this is an issue that can never be resolved. I do my best to avoid autos and in the last few months, I have not hired one. Believe it or not, but in Chennai a taxi can be a cheaper option.
Timing:
It is only in the last few years that I developed the importance of being on time. I find it really disrespectful if someone does not keep their time with you. If someone wants to meet me at 7, I am always there by 6:45 latest. I hate it when I have to wait until 8 or beyond before the person shows up. I would not mind if the person told me that he/she was running late and can make it only by 8. But it is annoying when they keep saying, "I am on my way" or "I am almost there" and still show up after an hour. It is not like I had something important to achieve in that one our, but keeping your time is a way of respecting someone. It does not hurt to be a few minutes early and wait. It wont kill you.
Cellphones vs Movies:
This has got to be my numero uno. Yes, I am most annoyed when people use their cell phones at movies. Some talk real loud, as if no one else is there. Then there are some who have horrible ring tones and when it rings they take it and stare at the screen, at the name of the person calling, wondering if they should answer it or not, while the annoying tone screams out aloud. Would it really hurt to switch it off for a few hours or even put in on silent? Even if you are sending a text message, the light from the screen annoys me. So if you are expecting an important call or if there is something you cannot avoid, please stay at home, and spare the movie goers.
So there, if any of you have any of these above said habits (I know some of you do), make a change, and please make my life better. Ha..!!
Honking:
I rarely honk. That is because I have come to realize that there is no point. Traffic is only going to get worse and roads are going to be more clogged. Now how hard is it to understand that? How difficult is to to look in front and see a red light and see vehicles piled up, and realize that no one can move until the light turns green? Then why honk? I guess I became intolerant to honking after my stint in USA, where there is NO honking. When the light is red and if someone behind me honks, I make it a point not to move an inch, no matter how loud the honking. Horns should be banned. Really!!
Slow and Steady:
This slow and steady ain't going to win any races. How often have you waited at a counter and the person who is supposed to attend to you is paying zero attention to you, and is instead busy on his cell phone. Or sometimes he just roams around doing nothing, or moving at his own slow pace, as if there is no one to attend to. Makes you feel invisible and it is indeed frustrating that your presence is not even acknowledged. When I am at a counter, I expect to be attended to.
Autos:
Of course, show me one person who has only good things to say about autos. No surprise but auto drivers are among the most hated creatures, but unfortunately for a lot of individuals, they are dependent on them. In my opinion, the autos in Chennai are the worst, hands down. No meters, no fixed fares, no regard to passengers, absolutely nothing. In Chennai they will come anywhere you call them, but you pay what they ask for. This is daylight robbery or extortion at its best. A pity that this is an issue that can never be resolved. I do my best to avoid autos and in the last few months, I have not hired one. Believe it or not, but in Chennai a taxi can be a cheaper option.
Timing:
It is only in the last few years that I developed the importance of being on time. I find it really disrespectful if someone does not keep their time with you. If someone wants to meet me at 7, I am always there by 6:45 latest. I hate it when I have to wait until 8 or beyond before the person shows up. I would not mind if the person told me that he/she was running late and can make it only by 8. But it is annoying when they keep saying, "I am on my way" or "I am almost there" and still show up after an hour. It is not like I had something important to achieve in that one our, but keeping your time is a way of respecting someone. It does not hurt to be a few minutes early and wait. It wont kill you.
Cellphones vs Movies:
This has got to be my numero uno. Yes, I am most annoyed when people use their cell phones at movies. Some talk real loud, as if no one else is there. Then there are some who have horrible ring tones and when it rings they take it and stare at the screen, at the name of the person calling, wondering if they should answer it or not, while the annoying tone screams out aloud. Would it really hurt to switch it off for a few hours or even put in on silent? Even if you are sending a text message, the light from the screen annoys me. So if you are expecting an important call or if there is something you cannot avoid, please stay at home, and spare the movie goers.
So there, if any of you have any of these above said habits (I know some of you do), make a change, and please make my life better. Ha..!!
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