Ugly

I think that each person has their own views on what is attractive and what isn't.  Everyone has their own 'type'.  Like food, or colours, you have your favourite of those!  But it doesn't mean that other people are ugly!  It just mean they aren't your type!

I really do think that almost everyone out there is beautiful in their own way.  I say almost because I don't have much respect for those who are ugly on the inside, but that is another topic!

Just because I don't find someone attractive doesn't mean that they are ugly!  There will be someone else who finds that person attractive.  My opinion isn't the deciding factor, it is one of many many opinions.

But I dislike it when people insult others based on their looks.  You don't know the reason behind it.  You don't need to call that person disgusting or gross.  How would YOU feel if you were that person?

Many people can't help things that make them more 'unattractive'.  If you have a deformed body part, a huge scar, even as small as pimples ... you can't help those things.  They don't deserve to be insulted just because they have something that you find unattractive.  Even people that are simply not your type, it doesn't mean that they should be insulted or ridiculed because of it.

All in all, treat others the way you would like to be treated, regardless of his or her appearance!

Riding The Subway

I don't understand people on the subway.  I feel like some people just move as inefficiently as possible.

For example, there are people leaving the subway. Someone who is boarding the subway stands in the middle of the doorway of the subway.  This means that the speed in which people can leave has been cut in half.  Instead of two people being able to leave at a time, only one person can.  How is this efficient?  This person may be the first on the subway in that door, but the people in the other doors have taken all the seats anyway (as that's really the goal, to get a good seat).

When two people are sitting beside each other and the person at the window seat needs to get out, it is polite for the aisle person to stand up.  So many times, they have simply 'moved their legs' for me.  This does not help.  I am short and cannot step over their legs.  I end up just running into them and hitting them with my bags.  I don't say sorry.  Really, they could have made more of an effort!

At interchange stations, or just really busy subway stations, people who are not getting off should move further inside the subway.  Standing at the door prevents people from moving in/out by at least two.  This is kind of like the person who just stands waiting to board the subway while people are still leaving.

It is also proper etiquette to not put your bags on the seat next to you during a busy time (or most times).  Unless there are lots of spots for people to sit, just put your bags on your lap, on the ground, anywhere!

Another thing that bothers me is when two people who know each other sit seats apart.  Then two people, who should be using two seats, are taking up three to five seats.  Yes, I've seen it where they are taking up five seats between two people!  It is just uncomfortable to sit in between two people who obviously know each other!!

With common courtesy and respect, how hard should it be to ride a subway?

Buying Lunch: Such A Waste

I have learned that most people buy their lunch every day.  When I was in high school and college, I noticed most people bought lunch, but there were still a few of us who brought it.  But in the workplace, the majority of people buy lunch, and you're definitely the odd one if you bring it.

I have noticed a lot of things go to waste when people buy lunch.  Containers, plastic utensils, cups, packets (ketchup, salt, pepper, salad dressing, etc.), straws, napkins.  It all just gets thrown out!  What a waste!

I really think that these restaurants could save money by selling reusable containers.  If you visit the same place, even once every week, then this could be profitable to both you and the restaurant!  So here is how it works.
Your meal costs: $10
With a reusable container: no extra charges
Container with your meal: $1
Re-useable container: $4 OR free with 5 meal purchases (you could use the card and stamps method)

For someone who eats out every day, this could really save them money.  And of course help save the planet!  For restaurants, it could save them money as well.  And again, it could help save the planet!

I really suggest that restaurants consider this idea.