QJ
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I'm not dead!
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Post by QJ on Jul 16, 2008 2:00:21 GMT
You know what's bull-s**t what grinds my gears!? Dates of the 21st Century! You hear some politician say something like...
But they say it as 'Twenty Twenty-Eight'. WHAT THE HELL!? It's not like we say 'Twenty O-Eight' so why say it completely different to what we're accustomed to? Why use a different phonetic system from 2010 till 2099? KEEP IT CONSISTENT! Say 'Two-Thousand Twenty-Eight'; An extra syllable won't kill you! As bizzare as that sounds, that's what grinds MY gears!
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Post by Thesplendidredengine on Jul 16, 2008 3:06:29 GMT
Do you Know What Really Grinds My Gears? The Fact That my Step Father Told me he would buy me a new computer if we moved house last year and you know what He still hasnt Always saying "Ill do it in 2 weeks, or "ill get you one tomorrow"
And thats What Really grings my Gears
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Post by Ajani on Jul 16, 2008 3:54:46 GMT
cheap airlines. I mean how hard is it to provide a pillow and blanket on an international flight???
Geometry. What's the use if you're not going to be an architect??
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Post by Halstead on Jul 16, 2008 12:01:23 GMT
You know what really grinds my gears? People Who Constantly Type Like This And THIS!!! It Just Looks Like A Waste Of Time To Myself (And Others) Especially When I'm Straining Myself Trying To Type An Example? Why?
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Revolver
Passenger Engine
Unhappy moth is unhappy.
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Post by Revolver on Jul 17, 2008 16:53:06 GMT
You know what grinds my gears? Birds, their too cocky. You ride in your car, they see you coming near, but don't move. Now a cat or dog would run, but birds sit there, and when you think it's too late, their flying away. That kind of attitude will make a bird roadkill.
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gotSTEAM?
Branch Line Engine
Still dreaming <3
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Post by gotSTEAM? on Jul 17, 2008 20:55:16 GMT
You know what grinds my gears? Being told on the first day of the new school quarter that half of us aren't going to make it to senior show and therefore will not see graduation. Shoulda told me that when I was an incoming freshie... not when I'm close to graduation! I'm scared now ^^'
And that's what grinds my gears.
~Elizabeth
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Post by driveus on Jul 18, 2008 11:53:58 GMT
What really grinds my gears are heat waves. I hate hot weather, not even the A.C. can keep me cool. I sweat almost about half the amount of blood in my body, then all of a sudden everything's sticky and smelly.
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Post by Jim on Jul 18, 2008 13:30:10 GMT
You know what grinds my gears? Being told on the first day of the new school quarter that half of us aren't going to make it to senior show and therefore will not see graduation. Shoulda told me that when I was an incoming freshie... not when I'm close to graduation! I'm scared now ^^' Don't take it to heart, Elizabeth - that's just 'tough talk' on their part. Do the best you can and you'll be fine! On the first day of my Aerial Photo Interpretation class in college, the first thing the instructor said to the group was: "Look to the person sitting to the right of you. Now look to the left of you. Next year that guy will be eatin' crow!" Just their way of telling the students to take their education seriously methinks, though it does sound intimidating.
Know what really grinds my gears? The tabloids and news media always finding something at fault with what Prince Harry (and lately William) is doing, and blowing it way out of proportion to the masses. Leave them alone F.F.S.! ...and Students who show up for a summer job interview where I work wearing a toque and the clothes they woke up in. Fine to wear at after they get the job, but nuh-no...not for a formal interview. That's what grinds my gears!
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Post by Little Engine on Jul 18, 2008 20:43:26 GMT
You know what really grinds my gears?
Today's music. I mean it's as if they let anyone,and I mean anyone join the music biz. I mean,The Naked Brothers Band? If they weren't part of a rich family,they wouldn't even be in the music biz. And that lemur faced Miley Cyrus? C'mon,you think that just because you have a microphone and flashy looking clothes that means you're a pop star? Wait untill Adulthood hits these youngsters,then it'll just be working at a McDonalds for minimum wage asking if I want an order of fries with my Burger at the drive thru window.
And that's what really grinds my gears!
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Post by Knuckles on Jul 22, 2008 16:29:30 GMT
Do you know what really grinds my gears? Big model railway company's with Quillions of dosh making half arsed proucts because it's realated to, 'Thomas'. "The kids won't mind or notice....yes ralf, it's blue isn't it?.................It'll do then as Edward...........was err, was Emily a GNR engine?..........................Well doesn't matter, they won't know the difference, make sure it's painted green though...yes...........of course Ralf. Put 'Thomas' on the label, it'll be ok" It's the same with Television companys (hint hint, wink wink) as long as it has Jelly Bean visuals and dumbness where the kid doesn't have to hurt there brain thinking, they aren't bothered. Custom emoticon I made a few months back expressing myself looking like a tit. I scare myself Huh? UGLY Arn't I LOL! And that's what grinds my gears! Btw, why is my face hair ging and my top dark brown and pink skinned ish, I really don't understand it
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Post by Old Square Wheels on Jul 24, 2008 11:36:40 GMT
Do you know what really grinds my gears? DVD region codes. I don't want to order DVD's from overseas because they might be cheaper (which in my case, they're usually not); I just want to order stuff which isn't available in the shops here. And then there's the fact that computers which will only switch between regions a limited number of times....
And that's what grinds my gears!
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Post by 01Salty on Jul 24, 2008 21:52:09 GMT
Do you know what really grind my gears?
Taps and sinks in the toilets of some restaurants and public toilets, where the tap is right in the corner of the sink. I dunno why the heck they do it, because no one can fit their hands underneath it, and there's a whole sink to use. Many times I have to put only one hand under the water at one time, and it makes washing hands so much more difficult when it shouldn't be.
And that's what really grinds my gears!
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QJ
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I'm not dead!
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Post by QJ on Aug 15, 2008 1:02:26 GMT
Do know what really grinds my gears, also? Dismissing perfectly logical and reasonable questions in either one of three ways. 1. "Who cares?" 2. "Does it really matter?" 3. "It's only a cartoon." It's the biggest cop-out ever! It's taking the fun out of nitpicking and in-depth analysis. It's pure ignorance at it's finest. Of course, the latter only applies for certain fields, but it still has similar impact. That's bull-s**t what also grinds my gears, meticulous b*****d that I am.
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JamesFan7432
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Watching Thomas since 1995!
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Post by JamesFan7432 on Aug 15, 2008 1:16:01 GMT
Do you know what really grinds my gears? The Miley Cyrus/Jonas Brothers Fanbase.
You say one negative thing about either and they'll pounce you like a lion stalking its prey. It's called an opinion, and everyone is entitled to one.
And that's what really grinds my gears.
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Post by themontevideostar on Aug 15, 2008 1:59:16 GMT
Y'know what really grinds my gears? People who assume that every single person on the planet who has more money than you is snob who only cares about other wealthy people. I'm wealthier than most of the kids at my school and I shudder to think about how many people would despise me for it if they found out.
Also, I hate people who think that the term "railfan" means "nerd who cares far more about trains than people." I also hate people who think that Asperger's Syndrome is a fake condition made up by a group of social retards in order to feel accepted.
What really burns my gears is religious and political extremists. 'Nuff said.
And that's what really somethings my whatevers.
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tom628
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Post by tom628 on Aug 15, 2008 2:46:45 GMT
You know what grinds me gears? Do you really want to know?
People who jump onto every stupid bandwagon-esque thing that ever happens and treats you like an idiot for not doing so.
People who think they can become cool and popular by putting down their old friends and walking around with the cool people saying nothing, and then act like they own the whole damn town.
People who make unbearably stupid arguments and treat them as if they were the most spectacular idea ever. Especially when you point out the glaring flaws in them.
People who assume the fact I work out means I think I'm a tough guy. It annoys me even more when these are people who know I could kill them with both arms tied behind my back.
People who think they're Beatles fans because they can sing the chorus from "I am the Walrus."
People who act in ways that I wouldn't expect from a 2- year old.
People who are over environmentally concerned. I have no problem with people trying to save the environment. But people who stand on the sides of roads with signs that say, "The end is near. And you're only helping us get there faster right now." is a bit absurd.
Teachers who think that them being a b*tch will effect your life.
Teachers you don't like you because your probably smarter than them.
Incredibly white people who think that they're black. I mean this in a completely non-rascist way.
Now that I wrote the last thing, I have to write this one. People who think that the use of the phrase, "black person." And worse than that, people who think that and also over-use offensive words that mean "white person."
On another similar note, people who think that if you don't vote for Barack Obama, you're a rascist. Also, people who are voting him for no reason but because he's black.
People who annoy you for no reason but because you're better than them at something.
Kids who come into a school in their first year and act like they own the place.
People who judge you on your appearance.
And last but certainly not least, people who think Bush was an idiot for sending troops into Iraq. Firstly, he had to do something. People wouldn't be annoyed if there were WMDs in Iraq. Secondly, he didn't call a draft. The people who went wanted to go.
And that's what really grinds my gears.
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Post by Aidan on Aug 15, 2008 5:35:06 GMT
Do you know what really grinds my gears?
The fact that some movies that are supposed to be based on books have no connection with their books whatsoever. For example, the movie Cheaper by the Dozen was supposed to be based on the book of the same name. I read the book and when I saw the movie, I didn't recognize any of the events that occurred.
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Post by shanedooiney on Aug 15, 2008 6:08:10 GMT
Do you know what really grinds my gears? The Miley Cyrus/Jonas Brothers Fanbase. You say one negative thing about either and they'll pounce you like a lion stalking its prey. It's called an opinion, and everyone is entitled to one. And that's what really grinds my gears. You know what really grinds my gears? The Jonas Brothers in general. It's not real music. It never will be real music. I don't care if I sound arrogant or intolerant. It's not my opinion, it's the d**n truth. And the two unfortunate times I had to witness a "performance" by the Jonas Brothers, I was almost 100% certain that they weren't actually playing their instruments. And that's what grinds my effing gears.
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Post by FlyingScotsman on Aug 17, 2008 17:42:23 GMT
Do you know what really winds my beers?
People who ask me for money in the street. Especially the ones who come up, all faux-chumminess, all "Hey man, give me a hug" and then get all aggressive when you don't give them money. Sorry, but here's a thing. See, I work for my money. I commute for two and a half hours every day, and I sit in an office, and I work extremely hard for a wage that is okay but not great. I pay my taxes and my rent and my bills and contribute to the housekeeping. I also donate to charities when I can afford it. Meanwhile, this person, a total stranger, is asking me to give them some of this hard-earned money purely because they want it, for no reward. In my experience, if you actually do give them the money, you'll be lucky to get a "thanks". I don't know if they're bona fide or just chancers.
So here's a thing. I don't care about your sob stories. I don't care if you need the money to get home - you should have thought of that before you came out. I don't care if you're down on your luck - there's no shortage of work in London for anyone who has the initiative, and before you say anything, it's entirely possible to get a job when you're homeless, I personally know of two people who have managed it. I don't care if you need to get to the hospital because your mother is sick, try calling the hospital's transport office or - revolutionary idea I know - walk. I don't care if you think I have a kind face, because quite frankly if you get me in the wrong mood I am what is known in some circles as "a total b*****d". And please, please, please don't open your sob story with "Do you speak English?" You're in London, where modern-day English originates, there are six million people and of those 99% have a working knowledge of the language.
And that's what really finds my ears.
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Post by spectrum on Aug 23, 2008 15:02:59 GMT
Do you know what really grinds my gears? Fanfiction pairing up the Powerpuff Girls with the Rowdyruff Boys. More specifically, people on FanFiction.net who think Powerpuff Girls/Rowdyruff Boys is a canon relationship and spam about it as such. For some daft reason, people seem to think that just because an episode called City of Clipsville shows a hypothetical scenario in which teenaged PPGs get with teenaged RRBs means that it will happen definitely and they have permission to be so small-minded about pairings that the whole PPG section of FanFiction.net is exactly the same fic and any originality popping up there is automatically shunned and flamed. You know what else really grinds my gears? PPG/RRBers that think that they have the god-given right to viciously rape canon and English language within their fics. For more rants on this by other fellow-haters (including me), go to " community.livejournal.com/ppg_rants/". And that's what really grinds my gears.
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