Showing posts with label Pet Peeves. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Pet Peeves. Show all posts

Wednesday, December 28, 2011

Do you know what I hate?

So, we are in the driveway loading a few things on my brother's truck.  Nosy neighbor comes out to "take out the trash" and by that I mean "get the scoop." 

Neighbor (speaking through the cig in her mouth):  Ya'll movin'?

Matt: Yes

Neighbor:  Oh, yeah?  Where to?

Me:  London. 

Neighbor:  Cold.     

Neighbor:  Wet.     

Neighbor:  Dreary.  

Me:   Have you been there?

Neighbor:  I'm from Europe.    Small appliances. 

Me:  I'm really excited.

Neighbor:  Small houses.

This is where I walk away and leave Matt to the "small" talk.   

This happens all the time and makes me crazy.  I know it rains in England.  I realize that they have four seasons and weather variations.  I realize that the typical London flat is small and has small appliances.  I realize that they speak English but in an odd way.  I realize that it's really far away.  I know they drive on the wrong side of the road.  I know that I won't get ice in my drinks. 

I appreciate your attempt to inform and advise, Nosy Neighbor, but seriously? This is me rolling my eyes.  

xoxo
Selena