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I often wonder whether changes I observe in the world around me are really changes, or whether they’re just the percieved by-products of my becoming more aware of that world’s subtler aspects. Are people really getting more and more rude all around me, or am I just now noticing their discourtesy? Or, are my standards getting higher as those of strangers remain the same?

In any case, it brought a wide grin to my face to see Garrett’s latest post over at the Vanilla Garlic foodblog, entitled “Floral prints, frat boys and gum”. As someone who often has trouble containing myself (or at times just gives up entirely, much to my lovely [and far more composed] wife’s dismay) when others do unpleasant things within the sphere of my daily experience, I can certainly sympathize with his perspective. Now if only I could have a similar experience once in a while!

Rest assured, if I do, you’ll hear about it here!