Irrational things that annoy you (and non irrational things too come to think of it) - Page 230

Tak · 06-10-2011, 14:19

Being cold. It swamps my mind, I can't think of anything except how cold I am. Getting no work done because brain won't function.

Kitten · 06-10-2011, 16:48

People posting **** jokes and arguing or 'making a point' about someone in tribute threads or threads that have started that way. Sorry, I know everyone does it & not having a go (it is the irrational thread!) but it just leads a nasty taste in my mouth. Just because people are in the public eye shouldn't always make them easy targets and they have families, friends, etc. Would you want someone to do it if it was your Mum, Dad, sister, brother, husband, wife or child? The internet is global, and these things are ok because the people posting them are faceless, and so don't matter. Just imagine you had to come face to face with that person's spouse, parent or child. If everyone followed the path of 'Would I do this to their face', then of course there'd be a lot less of it happening. I just wish people had a bit more heart sometimes.

And don't give me **** about it helping people cope. If they're a Dr, Nurse, Police, Fire - yes, I get that. But for people sitting at a keyboard? Nah. Just an excuse.

Will · 06-10-2011, 17:09

Here here

vix · 06-10-2011, 17:46

Quote:

Originally Posted by Takhisis

Being cold. It swamps my mind, I can't think of anything except how cold I am. Getting no work done because brain won't function.

I'm just the same.

semi-pro waster · 06-10-2011, 17:52

I'd agree Kitten, while I can understand that particular famous people are not well liked for good reasons (or not) it isn't necessary to do it in the immediate aftermath of the persons death. There's just something a little unseemly and disrespectful to those who did have positive feelings towards the person about making certain comments at an inappropriate time.

After a suitable period or in a thread designed for somewhat more negative comments then carry on and make jokes, it's not as if anyone should be immune from criticism or humour but timing and context can be important.

Since this is doubtless stemming from the recent demise of Mr Jobs - there are many valid reasons to criticise both him and Apple as I have done in the past and probably will continue to do but now isn't the best time to have such debates so I kept my comment in that thread succinct.

Muban · 06-10-2011, 18:11

The size of peoples feet varies so you get different shoe sizes. Peoples calf sizes vary so you get different width fittings........... you would think that went without saying but alas not. The worst thing is even if they only do one calf width, they don't actually tell you what it is!!

I realise some retailers do this, but the majority don't. Odd and annoying.

divine · 06-10-2011, 19:38

They way pizza delivery people make getting you your change seem like a massive hassle, presumably in the hope you'll tell them to keep it.

I'd be inclined to tip any that don't do this but i've not yet encountered one.

BBx · 07-10-2011, 07:03

Im guilty of this... but EVENTUALLY I'll get round to it...

When you send someone a msg on fb but get no reply...so you send another & still no reply :/ but they've managed to upload to their wall/join groups etc

BB x

Kitten · 07-10-2011, 07:39

my fb messaging is so useless unless I log in on my laptop (sometimes not for a week or two) I dont see them...Currently i have three messages from Kelly on 3 Oct hat she didnt send me, yet Fb tells me I have 4 new messages but has nothing when I go into it. Also, I take time to compose my replies properly whereas uploading is one button can post without even logging in! However I also do this with email/texts etc, i dont reply because I want to take a bit of care over replying & then I forget. very annoying I suspect to other peeps

BBx · 07-10-2011, 08:50

Yeah I get where you are coming from Kitten - I do the same.. This one however is just:

Hi XX do you have a picture and message for the hen book? xx

I've been asking for about 6months!

Grr!

BB x

06-10-2011, 14:19	#2291
Tak L'Oréal Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: Portsmouth Posts: 9,977	Being cold. It swamps my mind, I can't think of anything except how cold I am. Getting no work done because brain won't function. __________________ The look on your face when a toddler rips out your heart and shows it to you? Priceless.... For everything else, there's FWOOSH!

06-10-2011, 16:48	#2292
Kitten Spinky-Spank Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: 668. The Neighbour of the Beast Posts: 11,226	People posting ** jokes and arguing or 'making a point' about someone in tribute threads or threads that have started that way. Sorry, I know everyone does it & not having a go (it is the irrational thread!) but it just leads a nasty taste in my mouth. Just because people are in the public eye shouldn't always make them easy targets and they have families, friends, etc. Would you want someone to do it if it was your Mum, Dad, sister, brother, husband, wife or child? The internet is global, and these things are ok because the people posting them are faceless, and so don't matter. Just imagine you had to come face to face with that person's spouse, parent or child. If everyone followed the path of 'Would I do this to their face', then of course there'd be a lot less of it happening. I just wish people had a bit more heart sometimes. And don't give me ** about it helping people cope. If they're a Dr, Nurse, Police, Fire - yes, I get that. But for people sitting at a keyboard? Nah. Just an excuse. __________________ "You only get one life. There's no God, no rules, except for those you accept or create for yourself. Then once it's over... it's over. Dreamless sleep for ever and ever. So why not be happy while you're here?" Nate Fisher Last edited by Kitten; 06-10-2011 at 16:52.

06-10-2011, 17:09	#2293
Will BBx woz 'ere :P Join Date: Jan 1970 Posts: 2,147,487,208	Here here __________________ *No No!*

06-10-2011, 17:52	#2295
semi-pro waster Provider of sensible advice about homosexuals Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: London Posts: 2,615	I'd agree Kitten, while I can understand that particular famous people are not well liked for good reasons (or not) it isn't necessary to do it in the immediate aftermath of the persons death. There's just something a little unseemly and disrespectful to those who did have positive feelings towards the person about making certain comments at an inappropriate time. After a suitable period or in a thread designed for somewhat more negative comments then carry on and make jokes, it's not as if anyone should be immune from criticism or humour but timing and context can be important. Since this is doubtless stemming from the recent demise of Mr Jobs - there are many valid reasons to criticise both him and Apple as I have done in the past and probably will continue to do but now isn't the best time to have such debates so I kept my comment in that thread succinct. __________________ "Your friend is the man that knows all about you, and still likes you." - Elbert Hubbard

06-10-2011, 18:11	#2296
Muban Shoes, Boobs & Corsets Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: The fastest town in Scotland Posts: 1,882	The size of peoples feet varies so you get different shoe sizes. Peoples calf sizes vary so you get different width fittings........... you would think that went without saying but alas not. The worst thing is even if they only do one calf width, they don't actually tell you what it is!! I realise some retailers do this, but the majority don't. Odd and annoying. __________________ well, not to put a too fine point to it, he was discovered.. in the lounge

06-10-2011, 19:38	#2297
divine Moonshine Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Southampton Posts: 3,201	They way pizza delivery people make getting you your change seem like a massive hassle, presumably in the hope you'll tell them to keep it. I'd be inclined to tip any that don't do this but i've not yet encountered one. __________________

07-10-2011, 07:03	#2298
BBx Reverse SuBo Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: London Posts: 8,673	Im guilty of this... but EVENTUALLY I'll get round to it... When you send someone a msg on fb but get no reply...so you send another & still no reply :/ but they've managed to upload to their wall/join groups etc BB x Last edited by BBx; 07-10-2011 at 08:50.

07-10-2011, 07:39	#2299
Kitten Spinky-Spank Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: 668. The Neighbour of the Beast Posts: 11,226	my fb messaging is so useless unless I log in on my laptop (sometimes not for a week or two) I dont see them...Currently i have three messages from Kelly on 3 Oct hat she didnt send me, yet Fb tells me I have 4 new messages but has nothing when I go into it. Also, I take time to compose my replies properly whereas uploading is one button can post without even logging in! However I also do this with email/texts etc, i dont reply because I want to take a bit of care over replying & then I forget. very annoying I suspect to other peeps __________________ "You only get one life. There's no God, no rules, except for those you accept or create for yourself. Then once it's over... it's over. Dreamless sleep for ever and ever. So why not be happy while you're here?" Nate Fisher

07-10-2011, 08:50	#2300
BBx Reverse SuBo Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: London Posts: 8,673	Yeah I get where you are coming from Kitten - I do the same.. This one however is just: Hi XX do you have a picture and message for the hen book? xx I've been asking for about 6months! Grr! BB x