Life is full of questions. The answers often lead to even more questions. Truly intelligent people never cease asking questions. The "other" kind think they have all the answers. Let's look at some of the most baffling questions of our time….

Why do shampoo bottles say "Not tested on animals." ??? Have shampoos ever really been tested on animals? I want to see a dog shampoo bottle that says "Not tested on humans".

Why do bananas have stickers on them that say "no cholesterol"? Should I really expect there to be fat in bananas??? Must be for the "other" folks.

Why is there still MTBE in our gas??? They know it is pouring carcinogens in our ground water. Does it take an act of God to remove it? Talk about dying in committee. We'll be dying while it's in committee!! (I pump at 76 - No MTBE there).

Why does a tiny cookie cutter house in the bay area, CA cost as much as a whole ranch with 2 houses, barn and stables in Tennessee? Is California dirt solid gold?????

How does a television work? I mean really?

Why can't every store put the date on the receipt in the same place?????

Have you ever wondered if you were on candid camera when you were fighting with a plastic bag in the produce section that won't open?

Why is it that assembly instructions are either WAY obvious like, "remove plastic wrap" and list 20 steps to do a 4 step job or completely cryptic with pictures that make no sense?

Why do cats make this weird clicking sound when they see a fly? What does it mean?

Are cats really seeing Martians when they are looking intently at "nothing"?

Wouldn't it be easier if stores could just make up their minds so that they are not plaguing us with the eternal question, "paper or plastic"? Why can't they just have one kind and leave us alone about it?

When are architects going to realize that you need two lady's rooms for every men's room?

Why can't I figure out how to end this little essay? Okay, I think I can answer that one….

The list could go on forever and I'm caught up in the momentum…somebody stop me…..please!!

Copyright April 30, 2000 Ann Wilkes