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I'm a rule freak - rules make my life easier.

Rules make it clear what is right and what is wrong, and as such, I don't have to apply any litmus test based on my likely warped sense of responsibility - my wife is always telling me I'm too responsible :)

So, when I see someone breaking the rules/law, I get irritated, and feel they somehow expect to be above the law.

Throwing butts out the car window. Taking three parking spaces to ensure no one dents a new car. Not needing to use a turn signal to let others know what way a car is going to go. Not picking up dog poop.

All of these things irritate me, and at least in my mind, smacks of privilege.

Thanks!

posted 4 years, 10 months ago
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