My mastery of the obvious wanes

Common sense struck fourteen hours too late today.

You should know this already, but if not, take this opportunity to learn from others’ mistakes.

How did I become an other? Oh woe is me! Am I the mother of all others?

If there’s any chance a doctor’s appointment may cause worry, for God’s sake people, take the morning appointment!

How it fits into your work schedule should be WAY down on your list of priorities, unless for some reason missing time at work will cause more anxiety than the long wait. In that case, you have no alternative. Take two happy pills and call me in the afternoon (if you’re a little too mellow to drive).