So, I know these days, EVERYTHING seems to annoy us. I don’t know if we’re all just walking around permanently disgruntled or what, but it feels like the days of passing by your neighbor with a smile are fading away.
But here’s the thing: annoyances are only a problem when we let them take over our whole life. A little irritation here and there? Normal. Human. Relatable. A full-blown spiral because someone chewed too loudly? That’s when you know it’s time to breathe.
Today’s prompt called them “Pet Peeves,” but I still like to call them annoyances, because honestly… that’s what they are.
So — what about you?
What really grinds your gears?
What shakes your spirit?
What sends a chill down your spine just hearing it?
Here are my top three:
1️⃣ People Who Type in “Txt Spk”
Look. I’m not here to judge anyone’s linguistic choices — but if you send me a paragraph that looks like an encrypted alien transmission, I am immediately tired.
“u gna b thr l8r bc idk if imma go”
…what?
I need vowels. I need complete thoughts. I need my brain not to work overtime decoding what should’ve been a simple sentence. Life is confusing enough!
If you have a full keyboard at your disposal, please — use your words. Y’all were raised better than “k.” 😂
2️⃣ Cars That Ride Your Bumper Like They’re Filming an Action Scene
This one gets me every time. I could be going five miles above the speed limit, minding my business, listening to my music — and suddenly someone is hugging the back of my car like they’re trying to merge into my backseat.
Why?
For what?
Where are you going that urgently?
Unless you’re in labor, being chased by zombies, or auditioning for Fast & Furious: The Carolina Drift, please give me my space.
3️⃣ People Who Hold Up the Line Because They’re Not Ready
This is my third annoyance because it is universal and spiritually exhausting.
You’ve had 20 minutes in line.
Twenty. Whole. Minutes.
And the moment it’s your turn, suddenly it’s a surprise?
“Uh… hold on… what do I want?”
Then they turn around and ask their friend like they’re on a game show.
Ma’am. Sir. Please.
We are all trying our best out here.
I think this one gets to me because it’s not just the delay — it’s the lack of awareness that other people exist on this planet.
A little mindfulness would go a long way in keeping civilization intact.
In the end…
We’re all human.
We’re all irritated.
We’re all trying to get through the day without losing our minds at the little things.
But a tiny annoyance doesn’t have to steal your joy — unless you hand it the keys.
Laugh about it. Shrug it off.
Vent if you need to.
And then move on with grace… and maybe just a little side-eye. 😉
Stay tuned.
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