RANT to highway crews who leave lane closure signs up after they no longer apply. So frustrating to wait in a nighttime backup to funnel down on I-405, only to find all lanes are wide open.

RANT to the retailers who drown the advertising airways with 50% off this and 40% off that until the discounts mean nothing. If you folks want to sell us something you should advertise the price we will have to pay and forget the meaningless discounts off your products. Same with the buy one get one free — come on. Nothing’s free in this world except the light of day and the dark of night.

RANT to all the inconsiderate drivers who park in reserved spots at Kaiser on Capitol Hill. I was a radiology oncology patient for a few weeks and MOST of the time, the spaces reserved for us were taken up by others! IF you are one of their patients, you are given a pass to park in these CLEARLY marked spaces for each of your visits. By taking up these spaces YOU have caused us to waste valuable time cruising through the bowels of the parking garage looking for parking. I wouldn’t wish cancer on anyone, even my worst enemy. Please show some consideration to others, as someday YOU may be in need of one of these reserved spaces for yourself or a loved one.

RANT to dog owners who take their dogs off leash and let them run toward and touch other people trying to enjoy a walk too, as if the dog’s rights and enjoyment (and freedom) come first and matter more. Try some basic human respect, rude and selfish narcissists! Leash your dogs. Or use the off-leash dog parks that cater to YOUR special interest and don’t ruin other people’s attempt to partake of theirs, such as a peaceful nature walk with possible bird-watching/listening and freedom from fear of being attacked or bitten.      

RANT to those who think it’s fine to leave stuff on the curb — everything from furniture, mattresses, kitchen stuff — here in Seattle this is illegal dumping! If your stuff is usable, there are many organizations such as The Salvation Army that will pick up donations to help people in need. If it is broken and unfit for reuse, take it to the transfer station or call a local junk-removal company to get rid of it. Your neighbors don’t appreciate junk left on the parking strip.

RANT to my neighbors with stunning decks overlooking Lake Washington who never use them. Every day I walk my dog past these beautiful homes and see zero people outside enjoying the view — morning or evening, even during summer. Meanwhile, I live in a basement apartment with no deck and no view. It’s frustrating to see such a wonderful opportunity for relaxation and appreciation go to waste. Please, step outside and enjoy