GTKY: Pet Peeves

KingLED

What are your pet peeves? 

luvbunny

When people use the wrong abbreviations. (IE: EST instead of EDT during Daylight Savings Time). I schedule meetings every day across all 4 zones in the US and it makes me bonkers. (For the record: It's currently EDT)

willowprincess

People flaking on plans. Makes me all kinds of ragey.

FTR I totally understand legit reasons, but too many times you can tell people are just flaking which is hurtful.

spiltmilkz

The sound of chewing.

holliberry28

norsern said:

People who are habitually late for everything. I understand that sometimes things go awry and cause you to run behind, but when you are late daily the problem is you.

This!

KingLED

I cannot stand being able to hear/feel people breathing. Not even myself. It's gross. 

tlc35

luvbunny said:

When people use the wrong abbreviations. (IE: EST instead of EDT during Daylight Savings Time). I schedule meetings every day across all 4 zones in the US and it makes me bonkers. (For the record: It's currently EDT)

This bugs me as well.  Also, when people abbreviate et cetera, ect it drives me nuts.

divinemsbee

tlc35 said:

luvbunny said:

When people use the wrong abbreviations. (IE: EST instead of EDT during Daylight Savings Time). I schedule meetings every day across all 4 zones in the US and it makes me bonkers. (For the record: It's currently EDT)

This bugs me as well.  Also, when people abbreviate et cetera, ect it drives me nuts.

That's the abbreviation I always have to check before I write it. I know it's etc, but I always have to do a quick Google.

I cannot stand when the smell of something cooking permeates my house for too long after I'm done cooking. Bacon is a huge offender, so is frying of any sort. The smell of it cooking is great, but then for the rest of the night I'll whiff stale cooking smells. Gag. I really need a stronger hood fan. 

Gigi0308

I can't stand people who are habitually late. I get that it happens every once in a while, but people who are late all the time are just being rude. It's basically saying that your time is more important than my time.

I also get irritated with people who use the moving walkways at airports to just stand. They aren't meant for standing, they are meant for people who need to walk faster, like those catching a connecting flight. The standers are probably the people who are always late to things.

raelynn71109

Mouth-breathers

People who eat with their mouth open

People who don't make eye contact when they are talking to you

Everyone and everything for the first hour after I wake up.

KingLED

Gigi0308 said:

I can't stand people who are habitually late. I get that it happens every once in a while, but people who are late all the time are just being rude. It's basically saying that your time is more important than my time.

I also get irritated with people who use the moving walkways at airports to just stand. They aren't meant for standing, they are meant for people who need to walk faster, like those catching a connecting flight. The standers are probably the people who are always late to things.

I use them and stand because it's easier than having to get my walker or wheelchair at the gate and risk hurting myself trying to get around impatient people. But I'm sure you would just think I'm one of those people that are just late to things.

LtColumbo

My husband (purposely I think) squeaks his shoes on our hardwood floors (like the squeaking sound of shoes on a bball court). It drives me insane. 

sthrncharmer

People who insist on getting as close as they can to you in line (checkout, post office, anything that involves a wait) even though there is nobody behind them.

Gigi0308

EllyD14 said:

Gigi0308 said:

I can't stand people who are habitually late. I get that it happens every once in a while, but people who are late all the time are just being rude. It's basically saying that your time is more important than my time.

I also get irritated with people who use the moving walkways at airports to just stand. They aren't meant for standing, they are meant for people who need to walk faster, like those catching a connecting flight. The standers are probably the people who are always late to things.

I use them and stand because it's easier than having to get my walker or wheelchair at the gate and risk hurting myself trying to get around impatient people. But I'm sure you would just think I'm one of those people that are just late to things.

That's WAY different. There is a difference between someone who is carrying a lot (walkers, wheelchairs, strollers, kids, etc.) and someone who is using it so they can text or chill for a minute. Sorry if I offended.

And I think @slappalicious is right about the rule, but so many people violate it.

Wine&Cupcakes

redbluepurple said:

Eating sounds, especially chewing.

People that walk slowly or block your path in a hallway/narrow space and don't move.

WHISTLING.

Related to this, I hate when people are taking up all the damn space around them without regard or mindfulness of those around them (ie: in a grocery store where people place their cart smack in the middle of the aisle versus pulled over to the side and then camp out in front if it, searching for something on the shelf, oblivious to the people and shopping carts trying to get by). I find myself constantly wishing people would get their head out of their ass and become mindful of the world around them.

If you are walking slow as shit or taking up all.the.space around your perimeter because you are on your mother fucking phone, be prepared for some major snark from me. If you are on your phone while driving, also be prepared for a gigantic FUCK YOU from me, along with an odd miming of me telling you to put your goddamn phone down if I get the chance to safely do it at all (ie: stopped at a light). I don't want to die because you need to text your best fucking friend about some asinine life detail while going 80mph down the highway. Dipshit.

LtColumbo

Gigi0308 said:

I also get irritated with people who use the moving walkways at airports to just stand. They aren't meant for standing, they are meant for people who need to walk faster, like those catching a connecting flight. The standers are probably the people who are always late to things.

They are for both...Some people aren't physically able to walk long distances.

LtColumbo

Gigi0308 said:

EllyD14 said:

Gigi0308 said:

I can't stand people who are habitually late. I get that it happens every once in a while, but people who are late all the time are just being rude. It's basically saying that your time is more important than my time.

I also get irritated with people who use the moving walkways at airports to just stand. They aren't meant for standing, they are meant for people who need to walk faster, like those catching a connecting flight. The standers are probably the people who are always late to things.

I use them and stand because it's easier than having to get my walker or wheelchair at the gate and risk hurting myself trying to get around impatient people. But I'm sure you would just think I'm one of those people that are just late to things.

That's WAY different. There is a difference between someone who is carrying a lot (walkers, wheelchairs, strollers, kids, etc.) and someone who is using it so they can text or chill for a minute. Sorry if I offended.

And I think @slappalicious is right about the rule, but so many people violate it.

OK but if I want to chill for a sec on the moving walkway, it's for that, too.. but yes I will stay to the right.

chaysefaith

People who make blanket statements.

DaikokuJess

Gum chewing. It's worse than nails on a chalk board.

rayschicky

When people say orientate or unthaw. Those are not words people. Also when MH doesn't rinse his dishes. 10 seconds of your time saves me from having to do them by hand once your egg yolk is caked on vs putting it in the dishwasher. Gah.

KingLED

Gigi0308 said:

EllyD14 said:

Gigi0308 said:

I can't stand people who are habitually late. I get that it happens every once in a while, but people who are late all the time are just being rude. It's basically saying that your time is more important than my time.

I also get irritated with people who use the moving walkways at airports to just stand. They aren't meant for standing, they are meant for people who need to walk faster, like those catching a connecting flight. The standers are probably the people who are always late to things.

I use them and stand because it's easier than having to get my walker or wheelchair at the gate and risk hurting myself trying to get around impatient people. But I'm sure you would just think I'm one of those people that are just late to things.

That's WAY different. There is a difference between someone who is carrying a lot (walkers, wheelchairs, strollers, kids, etc.) and someone who is using it so they can text or chill for a minute. Sorry if I offended.

And I think slappalicious is right about the rule, but so many people violate it.

But you don't know the difference. I would be standing there with nothing but my purse and maybe a pillow. That's the point. 

Wine&Cupcakes

rayschicky said:

When people say orientate or unthaw. Those are not words people. Also when MH doesn't rinse his dishes. 10 seconds of your time saves me from having to do them by hand once your egg yolk is caked on vs putting it in the dishwasher. Gah.

We JUST had this conversation last night about ketchup. Some things I just don't want to scrape off for 10 minutes the next day. Rinse the damn dish!

He did redeem himself by putting in the air conditioner. So I won't hate.

chaysefaith

EllyD14 said:

-SNIP-

But you don't know the difference. I would be standing there with nothing but my purse and maybe a pillow. That's the point. 

You don't strike me as purse kind of girl, @EllyD14.  This is not the first time you've made a statement like this that has blown my mind.

KingLED

SNLT1012 said:

EllyD14 said:

-SNIP-

But you don't know the difference. I would be standing there with nothing but my purse and maybe a pillow. That's the point. 

You don't strike me as purse kind of girl, @EllyD14.  This is not the first time you've made a statement like this that has blown my mind.

I own one purse. It's the same one I've had since high school. I only use it when I can't fit shit in my pockets. Like when traveling. lol.

chaysefaith

EllyD14 said:

SNLT1012 said:

EllyD14 said:

-SNIP-

But you don't know the difference. I would be standing there with nothing but my purse and maybe a pillow. That's the point. 

You don't strike me as purse kind of girl, EllyD14.  This is not the first time you've made a statement like this that has blown my mind.

I own one purse. It's the same one I've had since high school. I only use it when I can't fit shit in my pockets. Like when traveling. lol.

This makes me feel better.

KingLED

People that wear too much smelly shit. Cologne, perfume, hairspray, aftershave, whatever. I shouldn't be able to smell you just because we're in the same room.

DaikokuJess

EllyD14 said:

People that wear too much smelly shit. Cologne, perfume, hairspray, aftershave, whatever. I shouldn't be able to smell you just because we're in the same room.

Or when there are clearly multiple layers of smell: scented deodorant, hairspray, scented body lotion, and a bath of perfume for good measure. And don't forget the scented hand lotion that you will use 30 times a day. I have a coworker like this.

divinemsbee

sthrncharmer said:

People who insist on getting as close as they can to you in line (checkout, post office, anything that involves a wait) even though there is nobody behind them.

Ugh, this. I had a guy yesterday who would not just back the fuck up off of me while I was in a line to order a coffee. It's so creepy feeling even if they aren't trying to be a creeper.

KingLED

Speed dips.  Fuck that shit.

lilsneezy

I hate when girls my age call me "sweetie" or "honey" or something else along those lines. I don't mind it if you're significantly older than me. But if you're my age, or even worse, younger, you better not call me some dumb pet name. I will side eye the shit out of you. 

KingLED

lilsneezy said:

I hate when girls my age call me "sweetie" or "honey" or something else along those lines. I don't mind it if you're significantly older than me. But if you're my age, or even worse, younger, you better not call me some dumb pet name. I will side eye the shit out of you. 

I call people sweetie or honey condescendingly when I think they're dumb as fuck. Don't care how old they are.

Wine&Cupcakes

DaikokuJess said:

EllyD14 said:

People that wear too much smelly shit. Cologne, perfume, hairspray, aftershave, whatever. I shouldn't be able to smell you just because we're in the same room.

Or when there are clearly multiple layers of smell: scented deodorant, hairspray, scented body lotion, and a bath of perfume for good measure. And don't forget the scented hand lotion that you will use 30 times a day. I have a coworker like this.

My favorite is when fellow co-workers come to work like this - yea, real awesome for all of your pediatric patients with respiratory issues to smell your shit all day. Ugh.

sthrncharmer

divinemsbee said:

sthrncharmer said:

People who insist on getting as close as they can to you in line (checkout, post office, anything that involves a wait) even though there is nobody behind them.

Ugh, this. I had a guy yesterday who would not just back the fuck up off of me while I was in a line to order a coffee. It's so creepy feeling even if they aren't trying to be a creeper.


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I literally told a lady for her and her cart to back the fuck up so I could get to the card machine. Everytime I grabbed a bag she would move up. Grrrrrrr

PuppyLove84

I hate when older men call me sweetheart, especially at work.  I am a professional.  I went to grad school, and I work here now.  I might look young, but I'm really not that young, so don't talk to me like I'm 5.

(I should add that it's never my coworkers who do this, but rather the security guards, cafeteria workers, IT people, etc.  Not sure why.... it's not like I go around flipping my hair and giggling all day.  Unless someone says they live in Cumming.)

spiltmilkz

Netflix not working while I am stuck on the couch all day...

lilsneezy

EllyD14 said:

lilsneezy said:

I hate when girls my age call me "sweetie" or "honey" or something else along those lines. I don't mind it if you're significantly older than me. But if you're my age, or even worse, younger, you better not call me some dumb pet name. I will side eye the shit out of you. 

I call people sweetie or honey condescendingly when I think they're dumb as fuck. Don't care how old they are.

Exactly why I hate it! I just hate passive aggressive behavior in general. 

FitMom3510

I dislike it when people are eating and their teeth hit together. 

Also my H sometimes does this thing when he's sitting and reading or on the computer where airbubble sounds come out of his mouth kind of (Its hard to explain) but it drives me crazy and I always lean over and move his lips. 

Also when people chew with their mouth open.

Last but not least, when people are on their phones while waiting in the left turn lane and are not paying attention and we miss the arrow or I don't get to go and they do but I could of if they would of been paying attention.

JNCPro3130

My biggest pet peeve is going to the grocery store when it's busy (usually Saturday or Sunday afternoon). People, for some reason, act like they have all the time in the world. People walk so slow, block the aisle, and kids are running up and down the aisle. Drives.me.crazy!

VeggieFan

People biting their silverware! WTF doesn't that hurt?! 

Plus people I can hear breathing when they are sitting still. How the F are you that out of shape that I can hear you BREATHING????!!!!!! We aren't running!!!!

Oh and also, sorry, one more, people that use the wore irreguardless. That isn't a word!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

KingLED

VeggieFan said:

People biting their silverware! WTF doesn't that hurt?! 

Plus people I can hear breathing when they are sitting still. How the F are you that out of shape that I can hear you BREATHING????!!!!!! We aren't running!!!!

Oh and also, sorry, one more, people that use the wore irreguardless. That isn't a word!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

I also hate hearing people breathe but that's a pretty big jump to assume it's because people must just be out of shape.

VeggieFan

EllyD14 said:

People biting their silverware! WTF doesn't that hurt?! 

Plus people I can hear breathing when they are sitting still. How the F are you that out of shape that I can hear you BREATHING????!!!!!! We aren't running!!!!

Oh and also, sorry, one more, people that use the wore irreguardless. That isn't a word!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

I also hate hearing people breathe but that's a pretty big jump to assume it's because people must just be out of shape.

True, I really shouldn't assume that...but I do hate hearing people breathe.