{ How Rude! }

Happy Thanksgiving

2009-11-25T14:12:00.002-05:00

We will be having a turkey delivered, ready to go into the oven tomorrow. If you forgot about the turkey, don't be afraid to spatchcock a turkey. According to Martha, it will cook in 70 minutes! It looks like a lot of work and not for the weak (like me!). Kind of a rude way to honor the bird but whatever works!

Have a wonderful holiday!

Balloon Boy: Just Kidding!

2009-10-15T22:07:00.004-04:00

I found it odd that after a day of missing your child you would hold a press conference outside of your home. I think that I would have been hospitalized from the stress of the day, not really looking to do much more than hang out with my son (even if he were named Falcon) who at one point was believed to be flying 30,000ft. in the air. The Balloon Boy's family is odd and rude to want the spotlight after making such a spectacle of themselves. I can see why he decided to spend the day in the attic.

Scary Forwards

2009-10-12T21:01:00.004-04:00

Why do my loved ones like to frighten me with forwarded emails warning me of abductions in parking lots, how to avoid being strangled in your bed and threats of bad karma if I do not forward their spiritual emails from Oprah? Obviously I'm already paranoid of most things, I don't need new scenarios to play out in my overactive imagination (that's what my mom called it). For instance, there was one email warning people of a crying baby sound at the door. The killer would then grab you as you open the door to check on things. That's so creepy. Now if a friend drops by with their baby I'll have to make them answer a series of verification questions "just in case."

Thank you Dad for the most recent tip:

3. If you are ever thrown into the trunk of a car,
kick out the back tail lights and stick your arm out the hole
and start waving like crazy..
The driver won't see you, but everybody else will.
This has saved lives.

How rude! Obviously if I'm ever locked in the trunk of the car... I will die of a panic attack. I won't be able to wave to anyone. I love you all but please stop scaring me. I already have Rhonda to read me the Brooklyn police blotter.

Joe Jr.'s is Closed

2009-07-07T21:10:00.003-04:00

Photo by Shanna Ravindra via New York Magazine

On Sunday, M.B. and I returned from a lovely weekend with friends at the beach. We had to return our rental car to the Hertz in Union Square. Since we were in his old 'hood, we literally bumped into the saddest news ever... Joe Jr.'s is closed! M.B. had many meals with the owners (where he was known as "Cage"). This was also our emergency meeting spot in the city since everyone knows him and they are always friendly.

Fortunately, we were able to see Greg, the owner's son, and give him our best. He said that they would probably re-open somewhere else after the landlord ended their 45-year-old lease. They mentioned a url that they would set-up to post updates. If anyone has it, please share. We are very saddened by this rude news.

The High Line

2009-06-16T22:40:00.004-04:00

Photo: Getty Images

Why is that every time I am basically on top of the much anticipated High Line on the west side of Manhattan, I'm always near "the exit"? It seems silly that we can't enjoy walking in either direction. It would have been great to walk up there tonight but we were told to "walk on" to the "entrance" on 16th and 10th Avenue. Looking forward to planning a trip to the official entrance soon!

Squeeze Bacon?

2009-06-02T21:18:00.004-04:00

Squeeze bacon may be considered rude to serve at a dinner party...

Shampoo + Conditioner = ??

2009-05-14T21:42:00.004-04:00

My co-worker Laura pointed out today how rude it was to assume that shampoo and conditioner's core functions can be 'watered down' by the other. Sounds like a corporate consolidation memo. The whole combo concept just smells of a man... (said in a deep man voice) "Yes that is brilliant! You will save time in the shower!" This may work for short hair but for the rest of us this is crazy RUDE. My locks need to be gently cleaned FIRST, then to be nourished and conditioned. I celebrate the time spent on my mane!

Investigating this further, I found the original "2 in 1" product was Pert Plus. They now have a line for men. Ummm, who else besides dudes at the gym did you think was using your product before? They have patented this product as the original "time saver." Loves it.

I think that this ad says it all...

Mean Girls

2009-05-12T19:49:00.002-04:00

How scary that the number one emailed NYTimes article is "Backlash - Women Bullying Women at Work." After reading the bullying "tactics" I just thought that some of these are particularly frightening...

1. Glaring at someone in a hostile manner (Juno: "Your girlfriend is giving me the stink-eye")

2. Giving someone the silent treatment (ok... weird)

3. Treating others in a RUDE or disrespectful manner (hello!?)

My favorite line in the article: "WHAT better place to be a bully than in a prison?" It kept me reading!

The Hunt

2009-05-11T19:09:00.003-04:00

On Saturday Alison and I decided to check out the Domino Mag editor's tag sale. We got there before opening bell, only to discover a line wrapping around the block. We eagerly waited for TWO+ hours only to discover an empty apartment with about two lamps ($500/pair) and leftover fabric (we tried to pretend to look at it but we don't have any clue what we're doing with fabric!). The whole thing was over-rated. Any-who... I did get to meet the coolest person ever! Arden Myrin and her friend Mikie kept us laughing in the final stretches. She even posted this photo of us for her new blog. Friendly blog promotion = not rude!

Just Married!

2009-05-09T19:01:00.003-04:00

M.B. and I tied the knot three weeks ago! Obviously we have several rude encounters but no need to dwell on those... OK I'll dish. My top 5 rude behaviors related to our wedding:

1. People who cancelled/didn't show up.

2. People who neglected to RSVP. Not the rudest thing in the world but when enough people forgot, it became v. frustrating. I mean the postcard was post marked... they just had to check a box.

3. The final 100m. with the vendors. They knew that they have you between a rock and hard place so there are several "additional fees" that would just make our wedding more special. And, at that point, money is no issue.

4. Drunk friends at a wedding are amazing; blind drunk family members are rude.

5. The driver who decided that in lieu of picking up the bride, he would pick up another fare in Brooklyn. We were an hour late. Oh yes... the bus that hit the car we finally landed in was pretty rude.

Brooklyn Neighbor Byrne-d

2009-04-06T21:41:00.002-04:00

Every Sunday, M.B. and I look forward to seeing our favorite Brooklyn neighbor, Gabriel Byrne (ok I definitely look forward to it way more than M.B.). He frequents a local coffee shop with his g.f. and I just love that we are all "regulars" reading our papers together. A few weeks ago, I was sitting with my back to him and heard another patron approach his table. Right away I knew that it was going to end badly. This rude man basically told him that he's selling his home and asked Mr. Byrne to help him, possibly one of his "LA friends" needed to buy a place. Since then, we have not seen him at the coffee shop. It may be unrelated but I blame the rude guy.

How Rude of Me

2009-03-31T21:18:00.003-04:00

I have been busy... I wish that I could say that I was cruising around in this thing! Yes that is a mom and baby snuggie.

Fish Pedicures!

2009-02-23T21:28:00.004-05:00

Fish Pedicures = SO rude. What is WRONG with people? Asking fish to eat the dead skin off of your dirty feet is sick.

Birth Control x8

2009-02-13T21:35:00.003-05:00

This photo was published on TMZ.com today. I can't even...

Sorry Mr. President, I Changed My Mind...?

2009-02-13T21:26:00.002-05:00

Senator Judd Gregg really gave President Obama the run-around. Apparently, the Republican Senator asked for the job and then 10 days later, he very publicly withdrew his nomination as Commerce Secretary. Who does that? If you are committed to "public service" and helping your constituents, why would you decline a major cabinet position where you can lead change? How rude!

Postal

2009-02-10T21:15:00.003-05:00

Yesterday I went to the post office to have my wedding invitations hand cancelled. Apparently, this is the thing to do so that the automatic postal stickers don't ruin the look of your invitations. Oh the irony! I had imagined this day for months! For this was the day that I could finally send out my gorgeous, perfect invitations. Arriving at the post office with my perfect box, filled with my perfect, ivory envelopes, I was delighted to not have to wait in a long line. When it was my turn, I deposited my box on the counter and announced with a big smile, "These are my wedding invitations..." I don't know what I was expecting... maybe she would remove her blue rubber gloves and escort me to a beautiful room, or deposit my perfect invitations into a satin bag or hand me a glass of champaign. The answer is no. She instead informed me that I would be charged for her services. Fair enough. Disgruntled with her attempt to deter me from my mission and remove me from her line of sight, she took her hand stamp and angrily plopped it down wherever it fell across my invitations. She may or may not have double stamped a few and actually landed the stamp on the address (that's nowhere near the stamp!). She rapidly completed the pile and then threw them (yes threw) into her magical bin and said, "$4.30." After a polite smile, I counted out four dollar bills and, as I was picking out the exact change she said, "It's ok, you can just give me four." To which I replied, "Oh no, I want you to have the thirty cents. You did a terrific job."

I understand that she may not love her job but it is rude to purposefully ruin someone's wedding invitations. As of two minutes ago, I'm officially "letting this go."

A-gain?

2009-02-08T21:06:00.000-05:00

Not surprising but still very rude!

The Long (Expensive) Death of the Rabbit Ears

2009-01-31T21:06:00.004-05:00

How rude that there is more public advertising and awareness around the transition to digital tv than any other public health, literacy or hunger campaign. The fact that this is taking up so much of our public officials time and our money ($1.8 BILLION!!!!) is rather pathetic. I've never seen such action on behalf of our government to rally people to "save their tv."

I'm not for everyone losing television (lord only knows what would happen to me without Mad Men!), I just think that we should hear more about pressing issues. Tell me where to donate food or tell people about the toxic peanut butter! Now we have until April to make sure that no American loses their signal (and they need MORE money!).

Where is the Love?

2009-01-27T21:14:00.003-05:00

Why is everyone breaking up? Hellllloooo, it's almost time for spring... romance... my wedding! The couple from "Once" just called it quits. Prince Harry and Chelsy Davy announced that they have concluded their 5-year relationship. Apparently she told the prince about their status via Facebook. That is quite rude!

On top of fading romances, Citigroup announced plans to split in two, the Senate is split on the stimulus package and I think that Caroline Kennedy plans to split from politics for a long time.

Let Hillary Celebrate!

2009-01-20T21:21:00.002-05:00

How rude! Thanks to Senator John Cornryn from Texas, Hill's confirmation has been postponed. He cited ethical concerns related to Bill's philanthropic fund-raising. Hopefully she will be confirmed tomorrow and can celebrate then.

Blue Monday and Tomorrow is Tuesday

2009-01-19T20:26:00.003-05:00

Alison and I (yes that's 2x in a row) had a great day... Knicks game (they won!) with Scott + 2/3 of his boys, facials, shopping (shoes!). That was until I learned that, according to the Brits (obviously this includes me), today is officially the most depressing day of the year, a.k.a. Blue Monday. Oh the power of suggestion... I'm now here with heavy boots! Somehow Pandora has also fallen to the day, selecting Tori Amos, Bright Eyes and other suicidal tunes. How rude! The lady must go to sleep. Tomorrow will be better.

I'm Not Afraid of No Birds

2009-01-18T10:29:00.004-05:00

It has come to my attention that birds may be working against us. Case in point, Thursday's plane crash caused by... geese (one of the biggest birds in the air). Also, just look around. They are everywhere and among us. Sometimes they follow me and with their versatile transportation methods, they can easily travel from A-to-B "as the crow flies." We also cannot forget the dreaded "Avian Flu," which Alison (my b.f.f.) reminds me, once paralyzed me with fear. Why should we let these rude inflictors of fear, bring us down? Recently, at the airport I saw a woman carry a pelican through the metal detector on her arm. I find it amusing that we're letting a major threat to our aviation industry to fly first class from New York to LA reaping all the benefits, including the hot fudge sundae and Forgetting Sarah Marshall in HD. How rude! We shouldn't live our lives in fear of birds any longer. I for one am going today and facing them head-on (obviously wearing a hat so that they do not... you know... on my freshly coifed hair).

Rude Smokers

2009-01-15T22:25:00.004-05:00

I'm sure that it's difficult to make out the rudeness in this photo but essentially we have smokers smoking next to the sign that reads, "Do not smoke within 25 feet of this sign." The hubris! Well ladies, you are caught and officially, rude!

Little Manners

2009-01-14T08:05:00.002-05:00

My friend Lizzie sent me this article from the NYTimes Health section. A pediatrician, Dr. Perri Klass, discusses how many children are ill-mannered, their parents neglecting to inform them that the world actually does NOT revolve around them. It is unfortunate that a parent would allow their child to enter the world lacking good manners. These children become the adults who cut in line, hold the subway doors open, keeping a full train at a station for them, do not hold doors open, interrupt others, are disrespectful to waitstaff and other offenses that we have to endure day after day.

Brotherhood of the Traveling Sweatpants

2009-01-04T21:18:00.002-05:00

M.B. and I traveled several times over the past month and couldn't help but notice the sloppily shod flight passengers. There's something very off-putting about grown men arriving to the airport in sweatpants. When traveling internationally (when the dollar allowed), I always applauded the European men in suits, ladies in heels, etc. Not so much on the LGA -ORD flight which, by the way, is less than two hours. In other words, can these guys not wear pants and a belt for a two hour increment? How rude!

Oh Blago! What a coif!

2008-12-17T21:57:00.002-05:00

Not only is Governor Blagojevich's conduct "unbecoming," he has too much hair (imho). I feel like he is flaunting it. How rude!

Rick Astley Rick Rolled the Parade

2008-11-30T11:44:00.002-05:00

I found this hilariously rude post on Urlesque.com.

How Rude! Jodie Sweetin to Divorce

2008-11-21T15:45:00.002-05:00

Per Pop-Eater and People.com, Jodie Sweetin filed divorce papers today. She is to split from her husband Cody with whom they have a daughter.

Guilty! Of Rudeness...

2008-11-20T23:11:00.002-05:00

Sorry I've been so quiet. I've been summoned to jury duty where there is just SO much to report. It has to begin with the first hour when we were all sitting in the big jury pool room. I heard a clip, clip, clipping and thought, "No. That can't be what I think it is." Yes. Nail clipping.

BTW... jury duty is our civic duty. If we all had better things to do, the system really doesn't work or at least fulfill its intent. During the second phase, everyone lined up with their excuses and we waited about an hour for each to be heard by the judge and lawyers. Obviously some are absolutely valid but I can't imagine anyone finding it easy to put your life on hold. It is very rude to think that someone else can take on your responsibilities.

The Rude Chair Massage

2008-11-10T20:54:00.002-05:00

I understand that one does not actually admit that they get the 10 minute massage in the nail salon. Well once in a while, I do. Certain criteria must be met though before I harness the chair:
1. My backside must not be facing a window
2. It isn't in a salon where someone I work with may roll in
3. I obviously need extra time to dry my nails (cooler weather = more chair massages)
4. My pants will not in any way fall down

So for the times when the above are all right, how does the chair massage go incredibly wrong? I mean, obviously I am not visiting trained massage therapists but can't a girl just get her back massaged in piece? This weekend I got my {rear} kicked by a lady who was about 80lbs and shall remain nameless (she may or may not go by the name Rose). She smacked me, she ripped my hair, she pinched my neck and, right before she let me go, she slapped my bottom. It was, hands down, the rudest $10 massage I've ever had.

Rosemary's Baby... the Comedy?

2008-11-09T21:14:00.002-05:00

Last night M.B. and I went to see Rosemary's Baby at the Film Forum. Always an intense movie-going experience, we were expecting to watch Roman Polanski's classic with the recommended 'mature audience'. I had seen it before (one of my faves) however, M.B. was a first-timer.

Once the scary music started, the laughter began. A RUDE theater-goer apparently thought that every scene was hilarious. I agree that there are some funny scenes, but it isn't that funny. It really ruined the whole experience for anyone willing to get sucked into the film and freaked out by the pregnancy/birth of the son of satan! After the film ended, everyone turned to the loud chuckling goon. He replied with a smirk and a 'meow'. To which the British gentleman behind us retorted, "Oh I hope you choke and die." As I said, there is always an incident at this particular theater and it didn't disappoint. Sometimes the response is worse than the offense. Either way, Saturday night at the movies was less than polite.

Obama, Obama, Obama and Oprah's Date

2008-11-05T19:03:00.002-05:00

Today marks the end of my "electionitis." I am cured! So much to celebrate. Last night's speach by President Obama was truly inspiring. It was the the first time I've felt proud to be an American. The lady will resume her travels abroad (without pretending to be Canadian!). That being said, I couldn't help but notice Oprah was leaning on a strange man. The camera kept showcasing lady O and her date. I unfortunately cannot find an image... Regardless, last night it was distracting! Since Oprah introduces American women to everything under the sun, it was rude for her to show up in such a public forum with an unidentified man.

The Name Game

2008-10-23T19:33:00.002-04:00

How rude that I have tested positive for the latest psychological theory, 'the name letter effect'. Apparently, people are drawn to certain people and areas based on their initials. Upon reading, I thoughts, oh that's silly. Now researchers in Belgium have tested this effect as it relates to your employer and have found that 1 in 9 are drawn to their employer through the name. My initials, A.M.S. actually fit right into this, working for lifestyle guru M.S. Oh!

It's All Fun and Games Until Someone Gets the...

2008-10-20T22:41:00.002-04:00

I have a sister who is expecting. In turn, yours truly is planning a lovely baby shower. It has recently been brought to my attention that baby shower games are very, very rude. Of course I love a good challenge like the next lady, however a shower is meant to eat tea sandwiches and open presents, not smell 'dirty' diapers. That's right... this particular game my sister had to endure recently. It is just beyond rude...

Pass the Dirty Diaper: (Materials- diaper, chocolate, music player). One of our "dirtiest" baby shower games is for the host to take a diaper that has been "fixed" with warm chocolate in the right place and have the woman pass it to the woman next to them (make sure everyone is in a circle). When the host stops the music, whomever is holding the diaper is out of the game. a baby shower favorite!

ACK! How very rude! No worries my sister, NO ONE will be sniffing anything at your shower!

Oprah's Rude Show

2008-10-16T08:31:00.002-04:00

I am sorry that I have been m.i.a. but obviously Oprah has been reading the lady's musings. She had a "rude show" yesterday, talking about bad behavior and manners. Clearly, I was an influence. From the show description:

Fed up with the rude behavior you experience day in and day out? Is it aggressive driving, co-workers who don't wash their hands or smokers who use the sidewalk as their personal ashtrays? What about the sales clerks who ignore you—then act like they own the store when you finally get their attention?

You can take Oprah's 'Rude Quiz' here. The ladies and I clearly passed with flying colors.

Outrageously Rude Limousines

2008-09-26T08:19:00.004-04:00

As my bff Alison would say, these limousines are so perverted I can't breathe. To me, these are both perverted and incredibly rude!

McCain Seeks to Delay Friday's Debate

2008-09-24T15:25:00.003-04:00

John McCain has asked to delay the first debate in the 2008 Presidential campaign scheduled to happen this Friday night. For the lady, this is my Superbowl! Apparently, Mr. McCain wants to be in Washington sorting out the economic crisis. I think that given the crisis, he should be in front of the country and tell us his plan. The topic is set to be foreign policy, an important matter that voters need to understand now more than ever. Aside from ruining my plans, I think that this move is very rude indeed!

Fake-n-Bake!

2008-09-16T10:06:00.003-04:00

So Sarah Palin's tan isn't real? She reportedly installed tanning beds in the governor's mansion. Maybe she was trying to up her vitamin D intake during the winter months. Let's hope because she should know that tanning beds and their associated exposre to UV rays is a very rude thing ESPECIALLY when John McCain has battled skin cancer.

I've seen reports that she paid for the bed with her own money and that they cost up to $35,000. How about the financing options available? Thank gawd because it would be rude to not provide options for everyone to afford their own tanning bed.

Gym Rat

2008-09-15T09:27:00.002-04:00

Good morning! This morning I went to our building's gym. It's a smaller space but good enough to pretend like you are working out while watching Matt & Meredith on the Today Show. This female person (for she is a far cry from a lady) was there. MB and I have seen her down there several times before. She once asked him to turn off his television because she could hear it. Meanwhile, she was watching the same program on her headphones. Today she was there again in her rough-girl gear. I went to use one of the communal BOSU balls and she screamed from across the room, "OK....." To which, I replied, "Oh! I'm sorry sorry were you using this?" She walked over and completely ignored my apology, rather smirked at me in the mirror. I was horrified. She's clearly a bully and I was almost in tears at the thought that I may have offended someone. After leaving the gym (don't worry I finished my workout), I thought about what a miserable person she is. When standing next to her you can feel her miserable energy and pent-up aggression. Poor gym etiquette is one thing but, lashing out at your neighbors, is uncalled for. Maybe it is the shrinking economy or the hot spell we are having but rudeness abounds in my building. It's too bad that someone can be so mean and almost ruin your day.

In Closing

2008-09-11T14:03:00.000-04:00

Why does everyone think its hip to sign emails with their first initial? As though they are the only A I may happen to know? I am also really over “Cheers!” I’m the biggest anglophile I know, but really? At the end of the day, I’m from the great state of Illinois and we just say things such as: regards, best, love, or thanks.

Betty Draper Pukes

2008-09-08T10:03:00.005-04:00

In last night's Mad Men episode 7, Betty Draper votmited in Don's new car! It was such a shock that I must watch it again. Lady Draper was looking fabulous all evening at the Stork Club when she learned of Don's infidelity (again). She just couldn't keep it together though. How rude!

Pool Party

2008-09-03T09:12:00.001-04:00

This photo of Sarah Palin is not real. How rude.

Party Like You Just Don't Care

2008-08-28T17:34:00.002-04:00

Rhonda sent me this rude party practice that occurred in Vinegar Hill, just down the street from moi. According to DumboNYC, someone threw a party in a building they do not occupy. The accused was silly enough to send out an evite with her name (and her employer!). The party severely disrupted occupants (who actually live there!) and the hostess never cleaned up the mess. That is very rude.

Obama Kisses Jill on the Lips

2008-08-28T09:12:00.002-04:00

Last night at the DNC, Barack Obama kissed Jill Biden, wife of Vice-Presidential candidate Joe Biden. I don't like mouth kissers. How rude!

It's the Medal Count

2008-08-22T17:07:00.002-04:00

Tiki Barber, the Today Show personality who is typically very buttoned up on-air, recently called his co-host Jenna Wolfe the C-word during their Olympic coverage.

Man Robs 85-year-old Woman

2008-08-21T13:16:00.001-04:00

A man was just arrested for robbing an 85-year-old woman in a Brooklyn elevator. How rude!

Trampoline Gymnastics

2008-08-18T17:21:00.003-04:00

How rude of everyone to neglect to inform me of this fabulous sport...

2008-08-14T17:43:00.001-04:00

Work, Work, Work

2008-08-13T18:46:00.002-04:00

I just returned from a FOUR day sales conference in New Jersey. So much rudeness to discuss, however I will only share the top 10 rudest events in no particular order. Please note that this is based on a random poll.
1. A sales conference in New Jersey
2. Giving up our Sunday
3. "Blowjob" shots handed out at last night's karaoke event
4. Karaoke
5. "Surprise" activities on our agenda. AKA we did not have proper wardrobe
6. Co-workers flipping the bird in every candid photo taken of the group having fun
7. Waking up at 6am to go to the tiny gym only to find out your boss is there
8. Getting woken up at 2am by a very drunk co-worker screaming at the bellman so loudly I thought that she was in my room
9. Odd/pervasive smells
10. Arctic conditions and lack of natural light for four consecutive days

I may have to add more after my nap... how rude!

Favre Farewell

2008-08-07T21:26:00.003-04:00

This is really for MB who LOVES Brett Favre. In fact, I may or may not be jealous of the man. After retiring from the Greenbay Packers, Mr. Favre decided to return to the game. I believe that he is breaking many Wisconsin hearts in signing with (cough) the New York Jets.

I love this quote from a Greenbay superfan:

"Everybody just kind of got all quiet," Aguilar said Thursday morning as he helped refurbish a house adjacent to Lambeau Field. "Nobody really knew what to say. I guess that's when it really hit us — you know, that he really is gone and he's not coming back."

How rude Brett.

Reality Show Star Says, "How Rude!"

2008-08-01T16:05:00.004-04:00

How rude muse Jodi Sweeten has reportedly been in discussions about her very own reality show. Supposedly the series will feature Jodie, her tattooed hubby Codyn Herpin, and the couple’s infant daughter, Zoie. We can't wait.

Celebrity Candidates

2008-07-31T20:04:00.002-04:00

Watch this ad. It's depressing that McCain thinks he has to use Paris and Britney associations to attack Obama. And, may I add, very rude to distract voters from substantive issues like healthcare, our wars and the economy.

Monster Found Dead in Montauk

2008-07-29T16:47:00.003-04:00

What a rude looking little monster. Too bad he is dead.

Secret Sources

2008-07-15T09:55:00.000-04:00

Yesterday Rhonda and I were leaving the office for lunch when we were confronted with one of How Rude's worst offenses to date! We entered the next open elevator which happened to be completely empty, happily chatting about the weather when we discovered that we had accidentally entered a SMELLevator! Oh how rude indeed! We immediately jumped off and called for another lift. I wish that we could go back to the tapes and catch the author of this ghastly offense as they really 'pushed my buttons.' Until then, I would warn anyone entering an elevator near you to take your time and make sure to clear the air before you ride to your destination.

John McEnroe Cries for Federer

2008-07-06T19:38:00.002-04:00

During the Championships at Wimbledon today, it was clear the John McEnroe was in love with Roger Federer. After Nadal wrapped up a great match, John McEnroe caught Roger Federer on his way out of the stadium. John teared up and tried to hug Federer. How rude for John (now a journalist) to accost the player who just lost the championship and try to cry on his shoulder.

Sick Tick!

2008-07-01T21:49:00.003-04:00

After a weekend away in the country (aka eastern Long Island), I discovered what I thought to be a dermatological issue on the back of my faux tanned leg. Readers beware! MB extracted the said issue and we discovered that it was a LIVE tick!

EEEEEEEEWWWWWW

How rude!

Blueteeth

2008-06-27T16:54:00.002-04:00

I am obsessed with bluetooth earpieces (in a good way). I know what you are thinking. They are so amazing, how could it be rude? Well, I would say that the following situations would constitute the top 6 most rude bluetooth offenses:

1. On a date (at any point)
2. While running a half marathon in Central Park (I'm not naming names)
3. In a meeting (unless you are trying to make a point)
4. During your wedding, a religious ceremony or any sort of knighting
5. On the beach or at a pool because it is disruptive and I'm sure that you could electrocute something with the blue glow
6. During a movie - even if you are not talking, the pulsating light is glowing

Jury Puzzled by Sudoku

2008-06-17T21:45:00.004-04:00

A drug trial in Australia was abruptly ended because jurors admitted to playing too much sudoku during the trial. The trial cost taxpayers almost $1MM and the defendants could have faced life sentences. A juror claimed that the game "kept her mind busy." How rude!

Tainted Tomatoes

2008-06-13T11:26:00.002-04:00

Apparently the bad tomatoes have made it into my neighborhood. How rude! Such an enjoyable summer staple ruined by samonellosis. Yes, that's right.

Father's Day Flowers?

2008-06-05T18:30:00.002-04:00

This arrangement offends me. How rude.

Running for the Hills

2008-06-03T19:21:00.003-04:00

I am all about contextual advertising but this is rude. I simply opened an email from New York Road Runners and was shocked to read these *ads. Between the runner's diarrhea tip and the liposuction deal, they've got me covered. How rude!

*Of course now I must consider that the same technology is fueling my measly advertising. I apologize in advance for any inappropriate text ads you may see as a result of this post.

Who CAN You Blame for Your Decorating Shortcomings?

2008-06-02T18:16:00.007-04:00

Thanks to Stephen for pointing out that this advertising campaign from BoConcept, though mildly amusing, is pretty rude. The store happens to be across the street from me. I guess that I'm growing numb to the in-your-face rudeness. I took this photo as I walked home last night. And I have to admit that my bed is from BoConcept. I never thought about blaming them for anything. How Rude!

Dog Rider

2008-05-29T08:58:00.002-04:00

Apparently this woman 'walks' dogs for people in the neighborhood. Her easy-riding seems very rude and dangerous!

Wash Your Elbow

2008-05-23T21:34:00.003-04:00

Scientists have found that 6 'tribes' of bacteria could be living in the crook of my elbow. I don't recall inviting them in there. How rude! I'm off to wash them away.

"Even after you have washed the skin clean, there are still one million bacteria in every square centimeter." Sick!

Interactive Restrooms

2008-05-23T21:24:00.001-04:00

This is a very rude concept. I also wouldn't appreciate it if I were waiting in line.

She Cut It Off

2008-05-22T19:02:00.002-04:00

How rude that I wasn't consulted in this decision by Gwyneth to chop her locks. OK I love it.

Scary Rude Foot Shoe

2008-05-19T21:45:00.004-04:00

I agree with Stephen from Urlesque in describing this show as "creepy-as-all-hell". I would also like to add to that "rude-as-all-hell".

Huckabee's Out

2008-05-17T23:37:00.001-04:00

Hopefully forever. How rude!

Welcome Home - and don't worry about that flaming car

2008-05-14T21:16:00.003-04:00

Yes that's right. That car is on fire. How rude!
MB and I came home off of the F train and thought that we walked onto a movie set. It wasn't a movie but I think it could be some sort of performance art. There is a lot of 'artsy' activity in the neighborhood this week. Nothing says industrial, artsy, cutting-edge like a flaming car. A very rude stunt if it is one. (no one was hurt).

Open Toes

2008-05-13T22:49:00.002-04:00

As tomorrow brings warm weather to New York, I just want to remind everyone where I stand on flip flop wearing on the subway: it's gross and not very ladylike. M.B. just reminded me that there are those who wear flip flop sandals in the office. Oh my is that rude and offensive (and dangerous depending on your occupation!).

House Tour

2008-05-12T18:35:00.003-04:00

This weekend M.B. and I toured the neighborhood. We went to the annual Brooklyn Heights House Tour. The homes were lovely and it was nice way to spend a Saturday. Some of the people policing the tour (and yes policing is exactly what they did) were crazy rude. The houses were filled to capacity and it was at times difficult to get through the homes because there were so many of them 'working'. There was one in every room (and it seemed like 12 in the entrance) and when we walked into the rooms, they looked at us like we were criminals, as though we may steal something from the children's room or use the bathroom. I was hissed at for taking a photo even though it was from the street, something anyone is allowed to do!

Myanmar Humanitarian Crisis

2008-05-09T16:48:00.003-04:00

The Burmese military junta will not allow the necessary amounts foreign aid workers into Myanmar to help victims of the cyclone and they have seized UN aid entering the country. They are depriving these poor people of food, water, medicines, shelter - exacerbating the disaster each hour they reject help from abroad. This is tragically rude. To make a donation to the Red Cross please click here.

Much Too Much

2008-05-08T20:54:00.002-04:00

I'm all for green, vegan, even "breathable" shoes as long as they don't OFFEND me. These are rude. I'm sorry Emily, they are rude. I can just see me sitting in a wine bar when the waiter asks to borrow my cork, I mean shoe.

REAL Beauties?

2008-05-08T15:32:00.002-04:00

According to AdAge, the successful Dove Real Beauty campaign that captured nearly nude women, was not all that "real". A photography assistant claimed in a New Yorker interview to have re-touched most of the women's photos. He said, 'But it was great to do, a challenge, to keep everyone's skin and faces showing the mileage but not looking unattractive.' The campaign was very successful, especially the viral 'evolution' video. Unilever didn't comment. How rude!

How Rude of Me

2008-05-07T21:47:00.007-04:00

I have been feeling under the weather recently and have neglected to post. How rude of me! Anyway, I found this new product endorsed by Lance Armstrong. "Tired of Being Tired?" it asked me.

My answer is, "YES!" I feel like this woman, Ashely from TX (read more amazing success stories here). I'll order my free sample and will hopefully have more energy to blog.

Same Pants

2008-04-23T22:37:00.002-04:00

Christine - I bought your Trina Turk pants. I feel very guilty considering that I was with you when you bought them. I now have them. I am very rude.

Everyone Has a Twin

2008-04-23T22:16:00.003-04:00

They say that everyone has a twin. Well, I've been told that mine is a mom, a regular kind of gal, middle-aged... cartoon. Several people have told me that I remind them of Lois from Family Guy. Thanks. How rude.

What People Are Really Doing at Work

2008-04-23T22:07:00.003-04:00

These images are so scary... thanks to Urlesque I found these images from PhotoShopTalent.com. The contest goes on...

There is no excuse for this. How rude.

Out With Cleve

2008-04-19T21:12:00.003-04:00

M.B. and I were out for ice cream and we encountered a tour bus filled with friendly Canadians. We were behind Cleve and his wife Jill from Ottowa. Cleve shared with us his newest business venture "Out With a Bang." We had to visit his site: outwithabang.com...

"Ever wonder what to do with Uncle Ed's ashes or indeed yours when the Grim Reaper comes for you? Ever think about going "Out With A Bang"? What's the "Bang"? How about Fireworks!"

Let me be clear... I don't want that. How rude to blow up your loved ones.

No Thanks

2008-04-18T14:47:00.003-04:00

On our way past the local apothecary this morning, we spotted this sign. Sounds rude.

Cooking with Cindy?

2008-04-16T20:34:00.004-04:00

How rude of Cindy McCain to copy recipes from the Food Network and Rachael Ray and pass them off as her own on the John McCain 2008 website! The campaign said that an intern was responsible for the incident. Regardless, a lady should always monitor the "About Cindy" section of the site. If she was going to plagiarize the recipes, she should have at least selected something better than 'Passion Fruit Mousse." The recipes have since been removed from the site, according to the Guardian and, the intern was reprimanded.

2008-04-16T12:21:00.002-04:00

How rude of Rebecca to wear the same dress as Racheal. On national television, nonetheless.

Papal Etiquette

2008-04-15T19:12:00.002-04:00

NPR just posted this great little etiquette guide for everyone to keep on hand in the event that you meet the Pope. A couple of things to note:
- If the Pope approaches you, don't just stand there - genuflect
- You can kiss the ring if you are Catholic. If not, just shake his hand
- Let him lead the conversation and speak up!
- Stand up when he enters and leaves the room
- Wear your Sunday best

This is great for everyone in NY who does not want to be rude. You never know where you could run into the Popemobile. I really appreciate NPR's attention to etiquette.

Jeune Chéri

2008-04-14T19:41:00.003-04:00

I'm not even sure what to say about this gem of a site sent to me by my co-worker. It really brightened my afternoon (that or it was the allergy medicine). Anyway, 'I Love Dogs Diamonds' is, "dedicated to providing your dog with the best of the best." Somewhere in Torrence, CA they have carefully created the 'world's most expensive dog collars' for your dog (and veterinary approved vitamins. Obviously). This little guy is modeling the 'Jeune Chéri.' I have to say that it is rude enough to subject your dogs to fugly sweaters and raincoats. This is another level of rudeness. Pets do not want to wear diamonds (though I will admit that this guy looks pretty stunning).

Baby How Rude

2008-04-13T19:45:00.003-04:00

Inspirational child actress, Jodie Sweetin gave birth to a baby girl today reports People. The baby's name is Zoie. Shocker.

"I Hope You Saved Some Turkey for Me"

2008-04-13T19:07:00.002-04:00

For some reason I've installed the latest Yahoo! toolbar on my browser which includes Yahoo! Personals. It opened as my homepage this afternoon. Hoping that my browser doesn't know something that I don't, I found myself clicking on "10 Tips for Approaching Women - Most guys get caught up in guessing what to say; here's what they really should do." I would imagine that #9 is the most helpful:

9. Lighten your tone of voice . The tone of your voice is a very powerful tool. Approaching her in a light and playful tone is one of the best ways to start. You could also begin in a serious tone, accusing her of something like "I hope you saved some turkey for me," followed by a quick smile to let her know you are joking. Practice playing with your vocal tone with your friends -- notice the different reactions you get when you say the exact same thing using varied tones and fluctuations.

Note to the gentleman: you should not say that to a lady. Also, if you are in a setting where she could be eating too much turkey, you shouldn't practice your vocal fluctuations until after dessert.

The Queen Knows What's Up

2008-04-09T21:59:00.002-04:00

Courtesy Please

2008-04-09T21:43:00.002-04:00

M.B. came home with a horrific tale from his subway ride home tonight. A man kept his bag on the seat during the crowded, rush-hour commute. No, that's not the worst offense. A lady boarded the train and asked the, dare I say, gentleman to remove his bag from the seat so that she may sit. He refused. Now this is clearly RUDE. From Mrs. Humphry's guide to riding the omnibus (applies towards all public transport)...

True courtesy, for instance, will prevent a man from infringing the rights of his neighbours on either side by occupying more than his own allotted space

Happy Sunday!

2008-04-06T17:12:00.001-04:00

Cat Hair Clutch

2008-04-05T13:12:00.003-04:00

Now you can keep your beloved dog or cat next to you at all times. Simply groom them and send the extra hair to Catty Shack Creations where they will create a truly custom handbag.

The one pictured here is called "Champ".

I don't even know what to say... We just hope that one doesn't sit next to the lady on the subway. How rude.

I Must Keep the Day Job

2008-03-31T22:36:00.004-04:00

She Bangs

2008-03-31T21:45:00.004-04:00

A judge in Honolulu, Hawaii is deciding a case that considers the Large Hedron Collider, a complex science project way over this lady's head. Apparently, the machine pictured above would allow international physicists in Geneva to study the conditions after the Big Bang through colliding protons. According to the article in the Times, there is a very small chance (cough) that this experiment could create a Black Hole that would swallow the Earth and the Universe. That would be very rude!

I Don't Want to See THAT!

2008-03-26T23:11:00.002-04:00

I was doing my usual virtual trip to the market (a.k.a. Fresh Direct) when I came across the now prevalent bathroom wipes. Can we all be honest for a moment and call these what they really are: ADULT BABY WIPES. Nothing makes me more uncomfortable than entering someone's home only to see THESE, plain as day in their common restroom. Obviously I struggled with this post given the implications, but it must be said that if you are going to use these wipies - discretion is strongly advised. Tuck them under the sink or away from guests. We really don't need to see that!

Police Tower on the Block

2008-03-26T09:07:00.003-04:00

I've never seen anything like this with the exception of large protests in DC. It literally popped up this morning. Not sure if there's going to be a massive demonstration on our little Front Street or if they are investigating something. Either way, it's very rude!

A Crane Destroyed My Apartment and All I Got Were These Scary Photos

2008-03-24T12:59:00.003-04:00

From the crane collapse last week in mid-town. Brilliant headline from Curbed. Read more here. How rude!

Here's Hoping for the Best

2008-03-23T19:43:00.005-04:00

Traveling with the MTA on the weekends is really a "crap shoot" in NYC. Myself not a religious person, I must simply "roll the dice" and hope that the subway lines I need to reach my destination are running. You also hope that the stations are even open. The printed posters underground are probably the most confusing public information posters I've ever seen. I'm not implying that I'm a genius but consider that I have to typically read the signs 3-4 times and STILL proceed to look for the train. Just this weekend I stepped on an F train and (barely) after the third stop heard the conductor shout, "this is the C train making all local stops." In this instance, no signs. I think that someone was just on a joy ride. Or how about earlier in the week when M.B. and I were standing on the platform waiting for the 1 train and it literally whizzed by... not even stopping. We looked at one another and said, "Of course. That makes sense. Why would the train STOP at the station?" Anyway, aside from the weekly rudeness one must endure to get to the office, the weekends are beyond rude. Transforming a would-be glorious trip up-town into a game of "guess-the-train" and "Geez I hope the train stops to pick me up."

Breaking Rude News!

2008-03-20T21:39:00.003-04:00

THREE different contractors working at the US State Department were found peeking into Barack Obama's passport files. One would assume that their manager would look into this after the second incident. Apparently not the case. Supposedly the Senator's office was contacted about the breach today only by a junior level employee at the State Department. I was making Eggplant Carbonata (delicious thank you!) when Keith Olbermann, broke the story on Countdown. It has yet to be widely reported but sounds extremely suspicious. How rude!

What Happened?

2008-03-18T10:37:00.002-04:00

These lyrics are amazing. My personal favorite:
Im gonna treat you like a teddy bear
You won't wanna go nowhere
In the lap of luxury
Baby just turn to me
You won't want for nothing boy
I will give you plenty
Touch my body

It's rude for her to think that it's ok to put out songs like this.

I've Gotta Say It...

2008-03-16T20:35:00.002-04:00

How rude!
(I know everyone was thinking of me last week when the story broke - sorry I was on vacation!)

Ancient Healing

2008-03-16T19:22:00.003-04:00

I love television infomercials and hard-sells for quack products. Favorites include Head-On!, the voice recorder key chain/magnet and that juicer I almost bought in a lunesta-induced virtual shopping trip. I have now completed my usual infomercial cycle with The Kinoki Foot Pads spot. For those of you who haven't seen it:

So my reaction to the Kinoki Foot Pads spot is as follows:
1. I laugh - the production quality and the 'ancient gardens' are beauties
2. I start to think about how many toxins could be running around my body... should I just get them? Right?
3. I am now scared. What IS that black stuff on her feet?

And here we are. I am NOT getting the Kinoki Foot Pads and am no longer afraid. I have decided that this 'ancient healing' infomercial is just rude.