Things are made with a purpose — they have labels to avoid mix-ups, that ready-to-drink juice box has a special spot to be poked with a straw, there are written statements that make a point, and fixable items, so you don’t always have to buy new ones when they break. Yet somehow some people disregard all of these things and prefer to do things in a more roundabout way. They make you question their motives in your head, but to them it’s just another way to do something.
1. Who needs the holes in the roll when you can make your own?
2. Since the tea and coffee got mixed up, let’s just change the labels.
3. Not so secret after all.
4. Irony is when a magazine about the dangers of plastic is wrapped in plastic.
5. Brands are just labels, right?
6. Turns out the sample is the actual size despite the disclaimer.
7. Who knew that a glue stick and clothes pins belong in the cutlery drawer?
8. Because cutting the carpet is easier than cutting the door.
9. Instead of getting a pre-cut piece, someone scooped a piece near the edge.
10. This engraver went the extra mile and engraved the instructions.
11. A hospital was turned into a crime scene.
12. Makes you wonder what the purpose of the label is.
13. Why poke with the straw when you can turn it into a makeshift cup?
14. Hey, whatever works…
15. It’s not practical, but the phone colors pop.
16. Why use the top when you can open it on the side?
17. Solar energy plates being shaded from the sun.
18. Setting a new fashion trend.
19. Fixing a broken clock by placing a new one on top
Which of the pictures above reminds you of what you or someone you know has done before? Can you think of more things that people do that do not make sense? Tag anyone you know who follows their own rules!
My Neighbors Wrapped My Car in Tape after I Asked Them to Stop Parking in My Spot — I Did Not Let It Slide
Gregory Watson lived a peaceful life in his neighborhood, at least until Jack, his new neighbor, moved in. Jack’s continual habit of parking in Gregory’s designated spot quickly became a major problem. Gregory, a man in his early 50s who struggled with chronic leg pain, relied on that spot for convenient access to his home. Despite Gregory’s polite and repeated requests for Jack to stop, the problem persisted. Things took a turn for the worse when Gregory woke up one morning to find his car covered in tape.
Gregory knew Jack and his son, Drew, were behind the prank. Determined to set things right, he teamed up with his younger neighbors, Noah and Kris. Together, they devised a plan for some playful revenge. Late that night, the three of them got to work, decorating Jack’s yard with biodegradable glitter, setting up a sea of plastic pink flamingos, and hanging noisy wind chimes all around his house.
The next morning, Gregory couldn’t help but chuckle as he watched Jack and Drew step outside, stunned by the spectacle. Before long, Jack started hurling accusations at Gregory, but his tirade was cut short when the police arrived. The officers questioned Jack about the parking violations and vandalism, backed up by clear evidence of the taped car and surveillance footage. Jack and Drew were taken in for questioning.
With the situation now handled, Gregory finally regained control of his parking spot. That evening, he celebrated with Noah, Kris, and their grandmother, Kelly. They felt a strong sense of victory and togetherness, sharing stories and laughter. When Gregory’s grandson, Harry, returned home for the holidays, he was thrilled to hear the tale of his grandfather’s clever payback.
This experience not only brought justice but also strengthened the bonds within the community. Gregory came to appreciate the value of having good neighbors and realized the power of unity through shared experiences. It was a reminder that standing up for oneself, with a little help from friends, can make all the difference.
“In the sweetness of friendship, let there be laughter and sharing of pleasures.” — Khalil Gibran
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