I’m usually quite reasonable and cool-headed (at least on the outside).

But following is a list of 7 things that ruffle my feathers,

make my blood pressure go up and

make me lose it.

7.  Tardiness

I work hard to show up on time. In fact, I’m usually early. I value my time and the time of others.

My Dad always said being on time is important.

A lesson I took to heart.

So when there are meetings, appointments or social gatherings;

I’m on time. Sure things can come up, emergencies, bad traffic, etc.,

but when someone is consistently late, I just wanna…..

6.  Gossip

Sometimes we need a sounding board. Someone we trust to hear how we plan to handle a difficult situation or person.

Someone who can ask those important questions that reveal our true motives.

Someone we trust to hold the conversation in confidence.

But there is a…