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Feeling Peevish

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©2013 by LeeZard Pet peeves - we all have ‘em. I’ll show you mine if you’ll show me yours. There are the obvious ones:      Bigotry      Hate      Ignorance &; stupidity      Abuse of any kind      War      Bullies But what about those little quirks in other people that drive you mad, like instant friends, for example?  I was on jury duty a few weeks ago (Yes, I’m one of those who see it as an important part of our democracy). The minute I sat down in the meeting room this guy sitting next to me starts to chat me up. I’m not one for idle chitchat, especially with complete strangers but this guy really wanted to be my friend. Despite my obvious attempts to ignore him, he was determined. “Is this your first time on jury duty?” Silence. “I’ve done this many times; I can help you.” Silence. “What are you reading?” Silence. “I hope we get picked for the sa...