Guest Chaney Posted October 15, 2004 Report Share Posted October 15, 2004 I've been running through my mind the many ways that I'm less than perfect -- something I do several time a day (and night) -- and was wondering if anyone else on this board had a fault or two (or three...) that they'd like to share. Recent discovery for me: I've been diagnosed as a control freak. (Not the opinion of a professional but volunteered by a co-worker. Fortunately, she's beloved and it was offered in a gently bemused way so I'll allow her to continue living.) I like things done my way as my way is the best way. If I can't get it done my way, I'll do it myself. (Most people around me tend to like that second part. Could it be that they're purposely not pleasing me so I'll go the self-serve route?) Anyway, anyone else imperfect? (Those not responding will be cosidered aloof and therefore, imperfect.) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Son-of-a-Weizen Posted October 15, 2004 Report Share Posted October 15, 2004 Anyway, anyone else imperfect? Yeah....I actually like the French. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ghost of miles Posted October 15, 2004 Report Share Posted October 15, 2004 There are a few people I appointed that I shouldn't have, but I'm not going to name names--I don't want to hurt anybody's feelings. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ed S Posted October 15, 2004 Report Share Posted October 15, 2004 Francophile here as well - amongst many other flaws that have become evident in recent months Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rooster_Ties Posted October 15, 2004 Report Share Posted October 15, 2004 There are a few people I appointed that I shouldn't have, but I'm not going to name names--I don't want to hurt anybody's feelings. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jazzmoose Posted October 15, 2004 Report Share Posted October 15, 2004 I think one of my worst faults is my lack of ambition. But then, I really don't care that much. Stop laughing; that was a serious post! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rooster_Ties Posted October 15, 2004 Report Share Posted October 15, 2004 Well, it's not exactly my mine to share -- but I grew up in St. Louis area, right in the heart of The New Madrid Fault. Does that count??? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Big Wheel Posted October 15, 2004 Report Share Posted October 15, 2004 http://' target='_blank'> Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BERIGAN Posted October 15, 2004 Report Share Posted October 15, 2004 I am a perfectionist, I try too hard, I am honest to a fault. Yep, that's all of them. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GloriousBlues Posted October 15, 2004 Report Share Posted October 15, 2004 Sometimes I squeeze the toothpaste from the middle of the tube. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jim Alfredson Posted October 15, 2004 Report Share Posted October 15, 2004 I have a temper, but I've made a conscious effort to get that out of me completely. My wife doesn't stand for it at all, so that helps. I also take too much stuff on and then things don't get done. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Noj Posted October 15, 2004 Report Share Posted October 15, 2004 I've got a bad temper, too. I have a terrible time with regret. I'm shy around the fairer sex, it doesn't help get me laid. Feel better yet? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
7/4 Posted October 15, 2004 Report Share Posted October 15, 2004 There are a few people I appointed that I shouldn't have, but I'm not going to name names--I don't want to hurt anybody's feelings. got it! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Joe G Posted October 15, 2004 Report Share Posted October 15, 2004 Don't get me started! We are all perfect human beings. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
connoisseur series500 Posted October 15, 2004 Report Share Posted October 15, 2004 Whoo-boy, wait till Chuckster fesses up... No, really... One problem I suffer from is an inability to express myself with any degree of articulation when upset. When I'm pissed off, I simply sputter. It's like my brain shuts down completely... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Chaney Posted October 15, 2004 Report Share Posted October 15, 2004 Temper. Anyone's temper ever cost them money? Late '70s, my first car, an early-'70s Torino Elite. Beautiful car! Bought it second (or third) hand from some outfit on Abbott Road in South Buffalo. Car always gave me problems, especially with starting! Sooo... It's a dark and very wintery night in Buffalo. I'm in a Wegmans (supermarket) parking lot and AGAIN the effing car won't start. (The clowns who sold me the car -- for $1,900, by the way -- had addressed this and several other problems numerous times before.) In a rage, I floor the accelerator, turn the key and listen to the thing sputter. Cursing so that all of Buffalo could hear me, I keep the gas pedal floored, the engine finally kicks in but and as I'm still shouting every curse word known to man, I don't notice. What happens? A rod shoots through the engine. Amazingly, I'm able to keep the car running and make my way to the creeps who sold me the lemon. Price tag to fix? $600 for a new engine. (Took forever and cost me closer to $700.) I had the work done and sold the car shortly thereafter. I may have failed to mention to the kid who bought the car from me this part of its history. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chuck Nessa Posted October 15, 2004 Report Share Posted October 15, 2004 Whoo-boy, wait till Chuckster fesses up... I have little patience with idiots. If this offends any of you............. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
David Ayers Posted October 15, 2004 Report Share Posted October 15, 2004 I am always prepared to call a spade a, er, thingummyjig - you know, a whotsit. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tonym Posted October 15, 2004 Report Share Posted October 15, 2004 I'm the guy who, at customs and excise back from holiday, walks straight through with a case full of tobacco and alcohol. Me. Nothing to declare. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Man with the Golden Arm Posted October 15, 2004 Report Share Posted October 15, 2004 I was going to wait to post the fact that I'm a big time procrastinator. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
couw Posted October 15, 2004 Report Share Posted October 15, 2004 I have a sense of humour Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
connoisseur series500 Posted October 15, 2004 Report Share Posted October 15, 2004 I can't fix shit around the house. I can't fix anything anywhere else either... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
catesta Posted October 15, 2004 Report Share Posted October 15, 2004 I have a sense of humour Have an eclair, it's all good. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
catesta Posted October 15, 2004 Report Share Posted October 15, 2004 I'm difficult to live with. My dog seems to be able to put up with me just fine, but after her the list grows very short. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
connoisseur series500 Posted October 15, 2004 Report Share Posted October 15, 2004 I have a temper Thats because you have to do all that fix-er-up crap around the house. That would drive anyone to madness... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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