@kalleguld: Because I want it, and I want it right now. I don't want to save money and then purchase. I want to purchase and then make six easy payments of $49.95. *shrugs*

@mykie: The FAQ attached to the article doesn't make me particularly confident about using the homemade soaps in my HE washer.

@VayaConQueso: After we got married, my wife insisted on buying expensive, heavy towels—and they were completely useless at absorbing water. I felt like I was just pushing the water around. When we recently changed the color scheme in our bathroom (don't ask) I convinced her to buy cheaper towels—problem solved!

Another easy, no-software-required fix: Re-read your email before you send it and double-check that every attachment you've referenced in the body of your email is attached. Re-reading your email before sending is also a great way to catch typing errors.

@bluewyvern: Let's not confuse capitalism with greed. Companies like Microsoft and Adobe can charge more because their products are by and large the market standard, but that doesn't mean they should charge more.

I can't remember the last time I checked my cell phone voicemail. I've actually considered changing my greeting to instruct people to send me a text or call me back later.

O_o I suddenly love my job. A lot. I'm used to dealing with co-workers who are at least generally plain-spoken. I don't hear these odd phrases thrown around, even by management. The most frustrating thing I deal with in my job is clients who can't compose coherent e-mails.