Persistent Failure

News anchors have immense difficulty ending conversations with guests. There’s always a mess of extended pauses and interruptions at the conclusion of a discussion, making it all very awkward for all parties involved, including the viewers. There has to be a fix for this seemingly simple problem. Maybe a simple protocol for all anchors to [...]

Late

I’m 24 and have yet to figure out how to deal with teasing and smartasses.
With respect to the teasing, in the form of an annoying nickname, I am apparently supposed to not acknowledge it or show that it bothers me, and that will make it go away. But what’s unsettling is that I’m a stoic [...]

Littering and Driving; Driving and Littering

Why the hell do people litter while driving? It doesn’t make sense. Well, it does make sense if you assume the individuals who take part in the activity are the dregs of humanity and have no sense whatsoever. Regardless, I don’t see how such a small amount of trash can inconvenience a driver or passenger [...]

Ramble On, Then Turn Off

I hate when you’re involved in an argument and know you’re right, but, since you’re not good at arguing, you’re considered wrong.
Devil’s Advocate: What makes you think you are right? It’s only your opinion. Opinion isn’t fact. In that case…
ALI: Shut up!!!
Anyway, I have to wake up earlier than usual tomorrow (or [...]