Fussy folks. The everyday things that make us insane.

christie · 12-09-2009, 03:29 PM

I keep waiting for Jess, aka Mr. Fussy Britches, to arrive in this thread to tell you all how Hy has banned me from laundry (apparently I don't fold correctly) and how Hy banned me from gardening/yard work (that one was calculated on my part... poor lil rosemary bush and her homemade Mommy haircut

)

... other things that drive me nutso....

Tucking the flat sheet under the mattress at the foot of the bed. My poor lil feets scream, "RED!!! HARD LIMIT!!!"

The "paper trails" my mother in law leaves around the house. Wherever she opens the mail is where she leaves all or part of it. Its something akin to Hansel and Gretel and breadcrumbs...

Plato · 12-09-2009, 03:36 PM

Not only should hangers be facing the same way, they must NOT be empty.
"Hanger Infractions" have their own place on a lower rack in my closet.
Clothes should also be separated by category, shirts, pants, coats, etc
Then there are sub-categories, collar, no collar, long-short sleeves
Then by colors ..
Sounds very logical to me

SuperFemme · 12-09-2009, 03:37 PM

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Originally Posted by Plato

Not only should hangers be facing the same way, they must NOT be empty.
"Hanger Infractions" have their own place on a lower rack in my closet.
Clothes should also be separated by category, shirts, pants, coats, etc
Then there are sub-categories, collar, no collar, long-short sleeves
Then by colors ..
Sounds very logical to me

How on EARTH do you stay in love with me and my closet felonies?

Plato · 12-10-2009, 01:50 PM

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Originally Posted by SuperFemme

How on EARTH do you stay in love with me and my closet felonies?

Look at your closet door.
ALWAYS closed

... If was fun taking you into the closet last night ...

SuperFemme · 12-10-2009, 02:11 PM

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Originally Posted by Plato

Look at your closet door.
ALWAYS closed

... If was fun taking you into the closet last night ...

OMG you gave me a panic attack last night!
My brain injury has given me the fun side effect of FREAKING out when other people move my things.

I may or may not have been in our room rocking back and forth crying whilst you cleaned the hall closet.

I'm lucky you love my swiss cheese.

Medusa · 12-10-2009, 03:03 PM

POLLLLLLLLLLLKA Dots.

NOT "POKKA Dots"

POLLLLLLLLKA. WITH AN "L" POLLLLLKA.

And NEVER EVER EVER EVER EVER "Poka Dots"

And it's punishable by DEATH if you do "POKE-A-DOTS"

I can SOMETIMES forgive "Polky dots" because the "L" is present and my Granny used to say it that way. *twitch*

POLKA Dots. POLLLLLLLLLLKA.

SuperFemme · 12-10-2009, 03:34 PM

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Originally Posted by Medusa

POLLLLLLLLLLLKA Dots.

NOT "POKKA Dots"

POLLLLLLLLKA. WITH AN "L" POLLLLLKA.

And NEVER EVER EVER EVER EVER "Poka Dots"

And it's punishable by DEATH if you do "POKE-A-DOTS"

I can SOMETIMES forgive "Polky dots" because the "L" is present and my Granny used to say it that way. *twitch*

POLKA Dots. POLLLLLLLLLLKA.

I like it when you twitch. And on THAT note:

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apretty · 12-13-2009, 06:23 PM

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Originally Posted by Medusa

POLLLLLLLLLLLKA Dots.

NOT "POKKA Dots"

POLLLLLLLLKA. WITH AN "L" POLLLLLKA.

And NEVER EVER EVER EVER EVER "Poka Dots"

And it's punishable by DEATH if you do "POKE-A-DOTS"

I can SOMETIMES forgive "Polky dots" because the "L" is present and my Granny used to say it that way. *twitch*

POLKA Dots. POLLLLLLLLLLKA.

i was so nervous then i understood you meant the SPELLING... i love my polka dots and polkas aren't bad, either. not much beats an elderly couple dancing a polka--and of course she should be wearing her finest polky dots.

here's one: if you pronounce the T in 'often' i will notice, often. in fact, every time. (but i won't say anything cuz that's just rude.)

SuperFemme · 12-10-2009, 03:28 PM

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Originally Posted by June

Having a bunch of extraneous crap in my car makes me twitch.

And.

A bunch of other things.

Poodle has baby chickens in her trunk.

TeaPartyTart · 12-11-2009, 06:27 AM

"Two seconds"

Two seconds is not a realistic deadline to complete a task. When I ask you how long it will take you to complete something, arrive to a destination, etc., I'm looking for a time that is feasibly accurate. I'm not asking for a coutdown clock but there is a big difference between 2 seconds and 20 minutes.

Beau · 12-13-2009, 06:07 PM

Living in an apartment has its upside, but doing laundry is clearly not part of that. My fussy ire is provoked beyond control at the sight of someone else's stained underwear et al left far beyond the finishing time -- its crustiness proof of a neglectful slob -- even though the machines' timers clearly indicate when one should return.

I'm not folding your damned laundry, nor do I even remotely wish to touch it to move it out of the way.

Oh, and buy some goddamned new skivvies (or learn to use toilet paper), will you?

<-- post-appropriate smiley, huh?

Jess · 12-09-2009, 03:44 PM

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Originally Posted by christie0918

I keep waiting for Jess, aka Mr. Fussy Britches, to arrive in this thread to tell you all how Hy has banned me from laundry (apparently I don't fold correctly) and how Hy banned me from gardening/yard work (that one was calculated on my part... poor lil rosemary bush and her homemade Mommy haircut

)

... other things that drive me nutso....

Tucking the flat sheet under the mattress at the foot of the bed. My poor lil feets scream, "RED!!! HARD LIMIT!!!"

The "paper trails" my mother in law leaves around the house. Wherever she opens the mail is where she leaves all or part of it. Its something akin to Hansel and Gretel and breadcrumbs...

I started to make a list... then I got frustrated. I shall return...armed to the teeth!

PS.. I knew you did the garden banning on purpose.. heh! Put the snips down and back slowly away from the garden!!! muah!

QueenofQueens · 12-09-2009, 03:59 PM

Ah, I see I have tapped into a rich vein of comradery. I feel strangely comforted. Bless your hearts.

SuperFemme, the running your tongue over your teeth after eating thing? I share your affliction, and let me tell you there are times when it takes every ounce of strength I possess not to bolt out of the restaurant/diner/movie theater/house and to the nearest rest room or other privately ensconced mirror, in order to conduct a thorough dental exam.
Remember, "mental" rhymes with "dental".

ShyViolet · 12-09-2009, 04:03 PM

The dish sponge. I haaaaate it when the dish sponge is left in the sink. Drives me nuts. Also, the blanket on my bed MUST be positioned the correct way (the tag needs to be at the bottom right corner of the bed) or I cannot sleep.

Novelafemme · 12-09-2009, 04:36 PM

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Originally Posted by ShyViolet

The dish sponge. I haaaaate it when the dish sponge is left in the sink. Drives me nuts. Also, the blanket on my bed MUST be positioned the correct way (the tag needs to be at the bottom right corner of the bed) or I cannot sleep.

Might I add that if the bed is not made (and made properly) I will not get in it. Even if I am totally ready to hit the hay...if the bed is un-made I will make it and then get in.

Gemme · 12-09-2009, 07:40 PM

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Originally Posted by NJFemmie

Speaking of wet pant cuffs - the rain here has reached biblical proportions - so guess who took off her shoes and has her feeties by the space heater at work???

I think I need to invest in a pair of those fisherman boots.

I feel like one of these ---->

Waders to the rescue!

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Originally Posted by NJFemmie

I do have a meat on the bone disorder (with the exception of spare ribs). I cannot eat meat off of a bone (I have to yank, cut or tear it off). Mare is a bone eater, so it works out well in our house.

For some reason, I can eat the meat off of a spare rib. Go figure.

Easy grip handle?

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Originally Posted by apocalipstic

I hate moist sock syndrome to the point that unless snow is deep enough to cover my shoes, I will not wear socks.

The sleeve thing has forced me to own lots of 3/4 lenth sleeves.

On the other foot, I cannot be without socks.

I have short arms, so the most comfortable (regardless of dry/wet condition) is 3/4 sleeves.

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Originally Posted by apocalipstic

I am allergic to wool, makes winter difficult.

My honey is too, so I either put three pairs of regular socks on or put the wool socks on and a pair over them for him.

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Originally Posted by SuperFemme

I think there is a Sock Monster (much in the same manner of the Tooth Fairy) that lives in my dryer. It gobbles up my socks but doesn't find matching pairs tasty.

I also have three mini sock monsters with a total of twelve legs. They like to grab and run to the backyard, kennel or under the couch with the prize.

We have a mini monster with 4 legs and a big mouth and she not-so-vaguely resembles Molly, our half Lab/Dobie.

On a side note, and to post in here for Molly, while she does covet socks she HATES feet.....except mine. She likes my feet but never steals my socks. Interesting...

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Originally Posted by Isadora

Drives me nuts: alot there is NO such word. A lot. A lot. A lot. Now write it five million times on the chalkboard.

Ditto!

Sock: non-consensual foot bondage...hate them. I wear them only when I deem it necessary. "You are cold, put on some damn socks." NO! Drives people crazy, a lot.

HAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHA! Foot bondage. Love it!

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Originally Posted by NJFemmie

Sock subject - I can't stand to wear socks that are SUPPOSED to fit my shoe size. Guess what? They don't. I end up buying little girl socks for that snug fit. I cannot stand having my foot swim in my socks. It annoys me the beejeezus out of me.

I have small feet, so the average size of 9-11 makes my feet swim in it. I totally relate.

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Originally Posted by TeaPartyTart

Speaking of feet...

While I love nice feet, gross feet make me go crazy. I can't help but look at everyone's feet in any kind of sandal. I judge-yes JUDGE the alignment of the toes, health of the nail, condition of the nail, etc. I hate chipped polish, cracked heels and dirty feet, in general.

I feel so much better now.

*sigh*

I am not so Judgy McJudgerson about feet. I just don't like them. Touch mine, fine. I. Will. Not. Touch. Yours. Ick!

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Originally Posted by Novelafemme

Oh, and I have issues with acne, too.

If I see a pimple...I cannot take my eyes off of it. It begins with a glance and then the heat of its stare begins to burn a hole in my brain and I simply must look. If you are someone I know and am close with you, you may find yourself on your back - me straddling your torso and your face in my grip. I apologize in advance.

I remember once (this is super gross so you may or may not choose to turn away NOW) I was shopping at Home Depot and the check out boy had a terrible case of teenager acne. I was enthralled. I couldn't pry my eyes away from this boy's face. My girls were standing there like "uh, mom...the guy needs you to pay...there's a line forming....mom....MOM!!"

I have always had acne. Subversive little dots, so hopefully, I won't have to worry about you sacking me and attacking my face.

Should that happen, I might have to go ninja on you.

I HATE people touching my face and hair. HATE. IT.

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Originally Posted by christie0918

Tucking the flat sheet under the mattress at the foot of the bed. My poor lil feets scream, "RED!!! HARD LIMIT!!!"

I'll take your tucked sheets. My feet are always cold (poor circulation) so I need the tucked sheets to preserve what little warmth I have.

SassyLeo · 12-09-2009, 08:04 PM

I absolutely cannot stand it when the sheet rises up from the end of the bed. I will get up in the middle of the night and fix it if this happens.

violaine · 12-09-2009, 08:29 PM

kitchen sinks with too much of a slope bug me. i think the sound of stainless steel measuring cups or utensils, et c. falling into the center of the stainless steel sink, having a collision as fast as they are placed there is unnerving.

WolfyOne · 12-10-2009, 09:12 PM

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Originally Posted by SassyLeo

I absolutely cannot stand it when the sheet rises up from the end of the bed. I will get up in the middle of the night and fix it if this happens.

Glad to see I am not alone.

12-09-2009, 03:36 PM	#2
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Beau Timed Out How Do You Identify?: . Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: . Posts: 178 My Photo Gallery Thanks: 71 Thanked 339 Times in 87 Posts Rep Power: 0	not truly that fussy, but I want to participate Living in an apartment has its upside, but doing laundry is clearly not part of that. My fussy ire is provoked beyond control at the sight of someone else's stained underwear et al left far beyond the finishing time -- its crustiness proof of a neglectful slob -- even though the machines' timers clearly indicate when one should return. I'm not folding your damned laundry, nor do I even remotely wish to touch it to move it out of the way. Oh, and buy some goddamned new skivvies (or learn to use toilet paper), will you? <-- post-appropriate smiley, huh?

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12-11-2009, 06:27 AM	#10
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