you, off my planet!

Before I vent about my seemingly trivial life, amidst the weightier issues like the Asian tsunami, the Iraq war, and homelessness, I apologise. My problems are small, but I need an outlet.

Firstly, I've been dealing with a chronic issue: headaches. It's frustrating because despite multiple doctor visits, I always leave with an explanation but no prescription. Apparently, it boils down to sleep deprivation causing these persistent headaches. And then there's my ongoing battle with the staff at McDonald's. No matter how many times I order my Oreo McFlurry with extra Oreo, they never seem to get it right. Oreo are crucial to me - I feel like my McFlurry is naked without them. It's one of my biggest pet peeves when people don't deliver what I've clearly ordered, especially after explaining it in detail. I don't mind paying extra for that extra Oreo! So, by now, you can tell I'm in a foul mood. Then, to top it off, my fringe starts bothering me, and in a fit of annoyance, I give myself the worst haircut imaginable. I look like a seven-year-old with a jagged fringe way too short. Looks like I'll be sporting a headband for the next few weeks.

Of course, I know I could have been clinging to a coconut tree in Phuket, Thailand, fighting for my life. I'm aware that would have been life-threatening and tragic. That's why I'll stop complaining about my petty issues. Sometimes I think about making a difference, but it would take more than thoughts to help these suffering nations.