The Art of Casual Observing

Well, I'm trying something new.  I'm trying to master the art of casual observing.  That's going to require watching the world go by without being judgmental or vocal...This is a challenge for someone who seems to have an opinion on just about EVERYTHING!

Some recent casual observations...

I see a cute couple at dinner, each intent on concentrating more on their phones than on each other.  I so WANT to say "you have a gorgeous lady with you!  What could be more important?"

 I see someone taking credit for something when they had nothing to do with its success.  I WANT to tell them  a popular online saying "takers eat better but givers sleep better" ..."how about giving (credit) for a change, hon..."

I see countless motorists, who instead of paying attention to the road, are looking at their phones (do you sense a theme here?) I so WANT to yell out my car window at them, "Pay attention to driving, you jerk!"

I have dealings with a company that said they'd do something and didn't come thru with their promise.  I WANT to tell their rep that "I deserve better."

 I'm sitting in a doctor's office for an hour or more past the scheduled appointment.  I WANT to ask the receptionist  "Isn't my time just as valuable as yours?"
 
I could go on and on with things I've observed recently and felt the need to speak out about.  Maybe just getting along with people is better than getting all worked up about their lives and how they live them.    And a wise man DID once say "It's better to remain silent and be thought a fool than to speak up and remove all doubt". Maybe I'll keep you guessing, for now.   I'll  be quiet THIS time and casually observe... but just so you know, it's very hard...