I must say, I think I will disappoint you. I don't really think there is a super-power that I would want. Well, no, there are loads that I would want, but I am too technical and practical to spend my time wishing for them. (I know I am boring. I can't help it. I just...am.) Aside from that, I am afraid that there is another, even larger disappointment in the making. You see, at least two of the five people that tagged me did so because they think I am funny. And, if pressed to give an answer, I am afraid it would be decidedly un-funny.
Yeah, sure I would like some kind of super zapping power, that would get rid of annoying coworkers, NS, or MWMF. (For those of you who have never bothered to check my blog on the original site, but read it only from the feed, don't bother asking what that stands for. I have a glossary up for a reason.) I would also like a power that would allow me to shoot people that argue with me, and it would take their voice away. Imagine how awesome that would be? There I am, talking to someone, and suddenly their mouth is moving but no sound comes out. Ahhh, they look dumb. I would also be happy to have the power to give some pounds to people, especially those who complain about being fat when they are way skinnier than I am. Wouldn't that be nice.
"I lost some weight this week."
"Oh, that's funny, I found it."
"Hahaha, is that a coincidence?"
But in reality, the only thing I have ever wished for that would be classified as a super-power, is the ability to get a glimpse into the minds of other people. Sometimes I have these moments in a conversation when I suddenly see the person differently, when I see them from a completely new angle, and suddenly, I wonder what they are thinking, what they are seeing, what life experience they have had that is giving them this unique perspective into our discussion. I like to think of the ramifications of a super-power like that. I would become the most sensitive person in the world, I would never hurt a person, I would never insult anyone, I would never press someone to say something they are uncomfortable saying.... Sorry folks, like I said, that wasn't funny, but I elected to be honest instead....
And by the way, in case anyone is finding this idea familiar, I think it came from a book I read as a kid. The Trouble With Jenny's Ear. Funny how an idea can stick with you all the way into adulthood, huh?
As far as all those other rules...just ask my teachers. I don't follow any. Ever.
8 comments:
Hey, that's funny. When you mentioned being tagged with this meme, I thought "the only power i'd want is to see others' thoughts" but then realized then I'd know what ppl REALLY think of me, might be a bit depressing....
aren't rules made to be broken?
Those rules go hand in hand with the meme, if you didnt do them you have to redo the meme. I worked hard on making those rules.
glad you won't be able to shut me up if i want to argue with you :PPPP
If you want to understand what people think, what makes them have a unique perspective, and how to empathise, you should study psychology. (cool catcha- bugmet)
Freeda- LOL, that's a different way to look at it...
TOL- Naturally. :-D
MIM- Tough. If you don't like it you can have your money back.
BTS- Oh, I can still shut people up, I just have to do it the long and natural way. Sigh.
HTTA- Sorry, but psychology only gets you so far. You can say a totally normal, unprovacative thing and not know that you are hitting a raw nerve in the other person. No amount of classes will ever tell you that.
point well taken. have a joyous and happy year
HTTA- Sorry, I don't think I was clear the first time around. :-)
And amein, to you too!
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