The bathroom at my house isn’t real modern. Might even say it lacks the very latest features? There’s no steam/shower/sauna unit, no “low water use” toilet (don’t you hate them?). No sink on a pedestal or “instant” hot water, no whirlpool tub or skylights, no exhaust fan, no solarium. Nope, not even a bidet! (how I miss that from my last house).
I actually live in a really old house. Built before the civil war I’m told (not sure about that, I’ve yet to be bothered by any old spirits?) Not that they’d bother me anyway? But that’s another story.
When we moved into this old house (many years ago) there was a kitchen sink. Upstairs there was a “bathroom” sink. I’m not sure that qualified the room as a "real" bathroom? More like a large closet..., with that little sink danglin’ (precariously) from one wall?
Come to think about it..., I'm thinkin' my kitchen’s not be a “real” kitchen either? Since it lacks Zero-Temp refrigerator, Jenn-Aire stove with BBQ and pancake griddle (or exhaust hood) built-in oven, dishwasher, trash compactor, disposal, wall phone, computer station, breakfast nook, TV, tile flooring? Not even any wall cabinets!
Somehow we still manage to cook and eat in there, so I’ll let that be.
Gittin’ back to the bathroom, ultra modern it might not be, it is functional. In addition to that wall sink, it’s been upgraded with a toilet and tub. An end wall on the tub built by my father and uncle, houses some plumbing, so now there’s even a shower!
Bein’ a country boy, I figure that ‘bout covers everything needed to be a proper bathroom? I make use of it pretty near every day.
Occasionally house guests use it. I’ve noticed they generally come out looking “relieved” with most sportin’ clean hands? I figure that’s another fair indication it meets bathroom standards? Least as far as utility goes?
We keep it clean, well stocked with requisite paper, soap, towels (an’ readin’ materials!). Lotsa healthy house plants help “purify” any foul air? (matches near the commode for emergency situations).
There’s a nice big window in the shower area lettin’ in lots of sunshine. Helpin’ the plants recover from their “purifyin’” labors. Some (obviously unsavory) guests have pointed out that with that big window, one might “show off” for the world while showerin’?
I’m quick to point out that the mini-forest of trees in the backyard pretty effectively obscures the show. In the winter time, steamy windows and distance to neighbors handle that (I hope?).
I don’t hear many complaints about my older bathrooms facilities? When I do, I smile an'point out there's still an outhouse in my back yard. Works just fine, and please, be my guest!
Darn! Seems I’ve gotten myself distracted again? I didn’t start out to bore you with the (lack of) five star amenities in my bathroom (or kitchen for that matter).
I originally sat down to unload (oops, sorry) on you about "public" bathroom facilities. More to the point..., the (mis)use of ‘em!
Just why is it that so many people (inconsiderate slobs?) are incapable of using ordinary bathroom facilities in a civilized manner? Particularly the ones provided in public places?
I might mention I’ve seen evidence of lack of bathroom “social skills” in some private homes too? On those occasions I excuse myself, desperately scratch around their backyard lookin’ for an outhouse, then (hurriedly) head for home.
I’d like to think maybe many people (sp. slobs) using public bathrooms only have outhouses at their disposal (sorry) at home? Unfortunately, I know better due to my keen sense of observation. It tells me there are many more slobs around, than outhouses.
I mean, if you only had an outhouse, you Might be (excused for) lacking the expected social skills needed to use public bathrooms (like a human?).
After all, by the time most of us (guys) are four years old we’ve mastered the skill of aiming! Certainly by six, when we’ve pretty much all learned to “write our initials” in the snow, right?!
I’ve even heard tell some women have trouble “aiming” in public! Oh sure, they blame it on the “need to hover” over public toilets? Crap! (sorry) how ‘bout ya’ll simply quit playin’ helicopter? Eventually nobody would have to hover! But then I’m just a dumb guy, I ‘spose that’d just be way too “logical”?
How ‘bout a little suggestion? At the very least, Everybody (male and female) learn to raise the seat..., first!!
I Don’t Know About You..., But for those amongst you who can’t even flush? “Go” Home!!
Cal Teeple, founder of the Observational Cogitation Consortium, occasionally found three stools down, where he may be ignored, accosted or contacted. As well as at: wayneindependent.com/cal OR at: CalTeeple@g-mail.com.
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The bathroom at my house isn’t real modern. Might even say it lacks the very latest features? There’s no steam/shower/sauna unit, no “low water use” toilet (don’t you hate them?). No sink on a pedestal or “instant” hot water, no whirlpool tub or skylights, no exhaust fan, no solarium. Nope, not even a bidet! (how I miss that from my last house).
I actually live in a really old house. Built before the civil war I’m told (not sure about that, I’ve yet to be bothered by any old spirits?) Not that they’d bother me anyway? But that’s another story.
When we moved into this old house (many years ago) there was a kitchen sink. Upstairs there was a “bathroom” sink. I’m not sure that qualified the room as a "real" bathroom? More like a large closet..., with that little sink danglin’ (precariously) from one wall?
Come to think about it..., I'm thinkin' my kitchen’s not be a “real” kitchen either? Since it lacks Zero-Temp refrigerator, Jenn-Aire stove with BBQ and pancake griddle (or exhaust hood) built-in oven, dishwasher, trash compactor, disposal, wall phone, computer station, breakfast nook, TV, tile flooring? Not even any wall cabinets!
Somehow we still manage to cook and eat in there, so I’ll let that be.
Gittin’ back to the bathroom, ultra modern it might not be, it is functional. In addition to that wall sink, it’s been upgraded with a toilet and tub. An end wall on the tub built by my father and uncle, houses some plumbing, so now there’s even a shower!
Bein’ a country boy, I figure that ‘bout covers everything needed to be a proper bathroom? I make use of it pretty near every day.
Occasionally house guests use it. I’ve noticed they generally come out looking “relieved” with most sportin’ clean hands? I figure that’s another fair indication it meets bathroom standards? Least as far as utility goes?
We keep it clean, well stocked with requisite paper, soap, towels (an’ readin’ materials!). Lotsa healthy house plants help “purify” any foul air? (matches near the commode for emergency situations).
There’s a nice big window in the shower area lettin’ in lots of sunshine. Helpin’ the plants recover from their “purifyin’” labors. Some (obviously unsavory) guests have pointed out that with that big window, one might “show off” for the world while showerin’?
I’m quick to point out that the mini-forest of trees in the backyard pretty effectively obscures the show. In the winter time, steamy windows and distance to neighbors handle that (I hope?).
I don’t hear many complaints about my older bathrooms facilities? When I do, I smile an'point out there's still an outhouse in my back yard. Works just fine, and please, be my guest!
Darn! Seems I’ve gotten myself distracted again? I didn’t start out to bore you with the (lack of) five star amenities in my bathroom (or kitchen for that matter).
I originally sat down to unload (oops, sorry) on you about "public" bathroom facilities. More to the point..., the (mis)use of ‘em!
Just why is it that so many people (inconsiderate slobs?) are incapable of using ordinary bathroom facilities in a civilized manner? Particularly the ones provided in public places?
I might mention I’ve seen evidence of lack of bathroom “social skills” in some private homes too? On those occasions I excuse myself, desperately scratch around their backyard lookin’ for an outhouse, then (hurriedly) head for home.
I’d like to think maybe many people (sp. slobs) using public bathrooms only have outhouses at their disposal (sorry) at home? Unfortunately, I know better due to my keen sense of observation. It tells me there are many more slobs around, than outhouses.
I mean, if you only had an outhouse, you Might be (excused for) lacking the expected social skills needed to use public bathrooms (like a human?).
After all, by the time most of us (guys) are four years old we’ve mastered the skill of aiming! Certainly by six, when we’ve pretty much all learned to “write our initials” in the snow, right?!
I’ve even heard tell some women have trouble “aiming” in public! Oh sure, they blame it on the “need to hover” over public toilets? Crap! (sorry) how ‘bout ya’ll simply quit playin’ helicopter? Eventually nobody would have to hover! But then I’m just a dumb guy, I ‘spose that’d just be way too “logical”?
How ‘bout a little suggestion? At the very least, Everybody (male and female) learn to raise the seat..., first!!
I Don’t Know About You..., But for those amongst you who can’t even flush? “Go” Home!!
Cal Teeple, founder of the Observational Cogitation Consortium, occasionally found three stools down, where he may be ignored, accosted or contacted. As well as at: wayneindependent.com/cal OR at: CalTeeple@g-mail.com.
