MY PET PEEVES - THINGS THAT FRUSTRATE ME
MY PET PEEVES is all about those little things in life that annoy or frustrate you. It can be things that aren't designed or made correctly, or things that people do that just frustrate the heck out of you.
I added a few of my pet peeves (which by the time I am done remembering them all will probably turn into a list a mile long), and now I am going to turn it over to you to let everyone know your pet peeves.
I think already that cell phones are one of the biggest pet peeves these days. SO many people are either loud and rude on their cell phones in public, or use them while driving. And why do some people insist on trying to eat a meal on a plate with a fork while driving too! The world is going crazy - and it's driving the rest of us crazy at the same time.
To let people know, just add to the list below. As well as adding your pet peeves, be sure to vote for the most annoying things on the list. And tell your friends if you like this lens.
So go on, tell us what gets on your goat. It can be something serious, or something really funny. we could all do with some more laughter.
DON'T FORGET to add this lens as a favorite so you don't forget to check when some great new entries have been added.
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My Personal Pet Peeves
Ok, so what really truly annoys and frustrates me so much that I have to get on my soapbox and shout about it....
People who drive using their cell phones and are oblivious to the traffic around them. If they are not wavering out of their lane, they are driving so slow compared to the traffic in front, that cars are forced to go around them in order to catch up.
People who talk during Movies or Concerts. This really gets to me, especially at a concert, where they should be paying attention to the artist who is performing. I went to one concert last year and had 4 people in the row in front who did nothing but yap yap yap solidly through the whole performance. They weren't even watching the performer. It was so annoying.
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Drivers who don't indicate properly. This really gets to me. Only last night I was going to pull out of a side road and there was a truck coming towards me but indicating that he was going to turn into my road. Good job I didn't pull out, because he just kept on driving straight and would have gone straight into me. Conversely I get mad at those drivers who feel it necessary to indicate when and only when they have already begun to turn. I'm sorry but what's the point of doing it then?
People Who Park Crooked. Oh yes - you know who you are... So you drive up to park, it's a busy day, few free spaces, and there is this car parked almost diagonally across 2 spaces. I feel like doing something nasty to his mirrors or putting nails under the tires... Gggrrrrhhh....
Loud Music In Restaurants. Don't you just hate it when the noise is so loud that you can't hear yourself thing, can't hear your waiter, they can't hear you, and it's impossible to have a conversation. I am one of these people who finds it hard to focus on one specific sound if there is a lot of noise, so trying to understand what a person is saying to me is almost impossible. I often end up nodding and agreeing with them, yet I have no clue what they are talking about. Occasionally I get caught out when I realise they were asking me a question...
Well those are some of the things that really get my goat. I'm not really an angry young man (or old man), but sometimes, you know, things happen that just make you want to wring someone's neck...
But so far today is a good day :)
YOUR TOP RANKED PET PEEVES
Let us know your pet peeves, and vote on what you think are the greatest annoyances of all time.
People who let their kids scream and run around in stores and restaurants
13 points
Cell Phone Users
My biggest pet peeve is when people talk really lo more...10 points
People Who Talk At The Movies
So you go to the cinema to see a movie, and the pe more...10 points
People who talk on their phones while driving
I admit it - I use my cell phone while I drive, bu more...9 points
Lenses Which Are Just A Lot Of Sales Links
No real content, well maybe a short paragraph if y more...8 points
Identity Theft and all the bad guys involved in such!
<a href="http://www.squidoo.com/to_catch_a more...6 points
People who read their Blackberry while talking to you
Worse yet, people who stare at that thing 24/7. I more...5 points
Loud music in the restaurant
This is a no-brainer...I can't even hear myself TH more...5 points
Getting disconnecting after being on hold FOREVER
This always happens when I only have so much time more...5 points
Elevator Button Pushers
Usually done by kids, you get into the lift/elevat more...4 points
Car turn signals
First I hate it when people *don't* use their sign more...4 points
People who talk too much
You ask a question that needs a simple answer, and more...4 points
People Who Park Crooked
Don't you just love those people who park at an an more...3 points
Loud Radios and TVs in stores
I know they want to get peoples' attention but do more...3 points
Neighbors' cats that potty in your vege garden!!!
I say trap the owners & take THEM to the pound more...3 points
People smoking when driving with kids in the car.
Really pisses me off!!!!!3 points
People who park right in front of the doors and run in.
Go and find a parking spot already. And to top it more...2 points
People who think they know everything
Done it all & tells you about it. Shut the f* more...2 points
People who accept calls while in a waiting room!
Then continue to talk loudly for a long time. Pis more...2 points
Stupid Marketing Terms.
Residual Income? Okay, what kind of residue are th more...1 point
Driving slow in rush hour traffic
Usually talking on the phone at the same time.1 point
Bad Pregnancy Etiquitte
Why do people think it's OK to touch a stranger's more...1 point
Bad grocery bagging
I hate it when they bag one item per bag or fill t more...1 point
Expiration Dates on Food Packages
Can they make them any smaller! Geesh!1 point
Lazy co-workers
i hate co-workers who wont help carry the work loa more...1 point
Aggressive Dogs Allowed To Be Off The Leash
Their owners feign surprise when these dogs attack more...1 point
8 hot dog buns and 12 weiners
either way, something is going to waste.....1 point
People Who Misuse Microwaves
You know who you are! You put something in the mi more...0 points
Proving you didn't steal when leaving a store.
You pay. They usually watch you pay. Then they dem more...0 points
Digging for the exact change when at the checkout
This drives me CRAZY!!!0 points
Cell phone users (again) at the check out
Can't be any more rude to service personel at the more...0 points
MOVIES ABOUT ANNOYING PEOPLE
Adam Sandler is just one such person. In many of his acting roles he either plays a character who is very annoying, or someone that just doesn't fit in well with the people around him.
He can be usually very funny, but his roles very often annoy people.
Here are some of my favorite Adam Sandler Movies - and yes I do like him a lot.
How To Say Something Annoys You
There are many ways to say that something annoys you or drives you crazy. Feel free to add to this list and to vote for your favorite expression...
People Who Use Cell Phones While Driving
I know that it is dangerous to drive while on the phone, especially if you are holding the phone, and I do admit to driving a lot these days while being on the phone, which is legal in Florida as it is in much of the USA. However I do drive an automatic - if I needed to constantly use my hand to change gear, I would not be wanting to hold the phone.
I wouldn't mind at all if they made it illegal to hold your phone while driving, but I do definitely think people need to be able to communicate while they are on the move, and there is no reason these days why anyone cannot use a headset or other hands free device. Most phones these days include Bluetooth, so you don't even need to attach a cable to the phone to make calls. A woman can leave the phone in her purse, or a man the phone on his belt and still make calls. In addition many phones allow voice dialling, so you don't even need to use the phone to dial.
One big NO NO though is texting while driving. Are you crazy? Just how you think you can read text messages at the same time as keeping your eyes on the road, or even worse typing while driving... Some people are just waiting for accidents to happen...
Bluetooth Hands-Free Phone Accessories
Here are a few products that might come in handy.
Motorola Bluetooth Headset H700
Amazon Price: $37.92 (as of 07/25/2008)
Plantronics Explorer 330 Easy-To-Use Bluetooth® Headset for all Bluetooth Enabled Phones
Amazon Price: $24.99 (as of 07/25/2008)
![Motorola H500 Bluetooth Headset for all Bluetooth Enabled Phones - Pink [Motorola Retail Packaging]](http://ecx.images-amazon.com/images/I/41MSK3P93AL._SL75_.jpg)
Motorola H500 Bluetooth Headset for all Bluetooth Enabled Phones - Pink [Motorola Retail Packaging]
Amazon Price: $31.60 (as of 07/25/2008)
Jabra BT620s - Bluetooth® stereo headset for mobile phones, music players, PCs and other Bluetooth devices
Amazon Price: $32.50 (as of 07/25/2008)
Jabra BT125 Bluetooth Headset , Black
Amazon Price: $22.19 (as of 07/25/2008)
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Tssif
I thought this was a great lens, something I can definitely identify with :) Posted July 24, 2008 |
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bbug
This must have been a fun and stress releiving lens to write. I loved it and participated! Posted July 23, 2008 |
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debnet
One of my Pet peeves, is when someone says they're going to do something & then they don't!!! GGGGGRRRRRRRR!!!!!!!!!!!! Posted July 20, 2008 |
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Treasures-By-Brenda
I am a calm, patient type of person but it really bothers me when people talk on their cell phones while driving. Often it is that person that is doing something dangerous or who is totally unaware of what is going on around them. Posted July 09, 2008 |
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Lizblueberry
I work retail and my pet peeve is people that walk into my store on their cell phones and ignore me. People have lost their manners. Isn't there a cell phone signal zapper?? Posted July 09, 2008 |
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WhippetTalk
The number ONE peeve of mine is the driving while on your cell phone one. I am so nervous around those people who swerve into your lane and cut you off or drive too slow because they are way to busy having a conversation instead of driving! GRRRRRRR! Posted July 08, 2008 |
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Colorfulscene
Great lens! thanks for visiting mine.! Rolled too by the way, and faved. 5 sTar lens! Posted July 08, 2008 |
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beeobrien
Oh boy, don't get me started. I think maybe I need to start my own pet peeve lens. You've covered some really good ones here. Posted July 07, 2008 |
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enslavedbyfaeries
I think this might be a great form of therapy! Everyone should make a list like this and get their frustrations out. Nicely done and very funny stuff. p.s. I think you may have been driving around on some of the same roads as my dad, sorry about that, lol. Posted July 05, 2008 |
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amandaquerque
I agree with people talking at concerts and movies. It drives me batty. Went to a concert last week with a friend and she kept wanting to talk. GRRRRR My children KNOW not to speak to me while I am trying to watch something. Fun lens! 5***** Posted July 01, 2008 |
