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TV_RULES


                                           February 6, 2005


It's never considered rude to
turn on a television.                       When the television is
                                            on, it's considered rude
It's always considered rude                 to talk.
to turn a television off, unless
you first inquire of every single              Someone might want
person present if they mind.                   to hear the television.

So televisions get turned on
and get left turned on.
                                                  When the television is
                                                  on, it's very difficult
                                                  to do anything but
                                                  watch it.  Reading, is
                                                  nearly impossible while
                                                  the tube flashes in your
                                                  face.            
                                                                   
Ever tried to convince your                            Sit facing away from
housemates that you shouldn't                          it, and you still
have a television in your                              have to deal with
living room?                                           the sound blaring.
                                                                   
   Good luck.                                TUBE          And the zombie
                   LUCK                                    stares focused
                                                           behind you.


                    Q: "If you hate
                       television so       This is an *actual* question!
                       much, why do        A remark I've heard many times!
                       you watch it if
                       it's on?"                               FAQS

                    A: I hate television because
                       I will watch it, if it is on.

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