Dear Humans,

My brother doesn’t sort his silverware when he unloads his dishwasher. He just dumps them into his drawer. Some people (probably our mother) can’t fathom this. To them, this is not only inefficient and untidy but morally wrong.

But I appreciate it (even if my wife won’t let me do it). There are lots of ways to live in this world, and the people who choose a way other than the well-worn path have a lot to teach us. We should appreciate those who refuse to stick to society’s norms and expectations, even if we choose to keep our own silverware well-organized.

Sincerely,

Mr. Heimbuck