I'm one of those people who, once they have a goal, has some trouble re-setting it. Tunnel vision? One-track minded? Inflexible? I am getting where I'm going, come hell or high water; sometimes I can't even see that there is a ferry I could take, rather than forcing my way on foot through the waves and getting soaked over top of my waders.
A sensible person would examine electrical plugs and sockets and see if there is a visible sign clearly indicating — and quickly — which side goes into which side of the socket. It's probably simple and obvious, if I'd but take the time for a closer look. One side is wider than the other, and maybe it's marked on the rubber. And probably the wide side always goes on the right.
It's all in the details, and in slowing down and paying attention to them.
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"I am getting where I'm going, come hell or high water; sometimes I can't even see that there is a ferry I could take, rather than forcing my way on foot through the waves and getting soaked over top of my waders."
ReplyDeleteCan I ever relate to that! I have learned to listen to specific people, about specific things, saves a lot of time, and often a lot of frustration. Still, don't get between me and what I have decided to do!
Yes, very annoying. Especially with aging eyes in low light conditions. The plugs are not marked but I marked some of mine with a white paint type marker so that I know when the white mark is showing on top of the plug that is right.
ReplyDeleteI know, it baffles me too that there is no x marking the spot so to speak. I'll be back to do a thorough catch up on you!
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It is good to hear that I am not the only one annoyed by this small thing (who knew? right on!) and Ralph, I will probably follow your example and use a marking pen.
ReplyDeleteWWW, good luck with your show tomorrow. I look forward to hearing about it.
People are stubborn as sin, aren't we, Maggie!