Dear Answer Girl,
Who do you think will make it to the World Series?
Interested Sports FanBaseball, baseball, baseball. Well, as of now, I think it will most likely be the National League Champions versus the American League Champions, since that is the way it seems to go these days.
A better (and more difficult, Answer Girl-worthy) question would have been, “How and why are baseball teams divided into the National League and the American League?” But, you went easy on me, and for that, no cookie.

Okay, first thing’s first. Take a moment to contemplate your question fully.
Think about all the people that you know, good and bad. If you’re anything like me (and, therefore, normal) then there are at least 17 individuals that you could come into contact on a daily basis that you really do not like. Or absolutely can’t stand. Whatever.
Now, how many of those people do you dislike for absolutely no reason? None.
Sorry to have to be the one to break it to you, but there is always a reason when someone dislikes you.
This is not to say that this reason is not petty or stupid. It very well may be. Or, it could be valid.
But since you failed to include a list of your faults and shortcomings in your question, I am currently unable to speculate on why this “nemesis” of yours is not completely in awe of you. If you would like a detailed analysis and accompanying career personality report, however, please forward the necessary list along with an e-payment of $27.95 to my e-mail address.
Anyway, let’s wrench ourselves back to the issue at hand. You mentioned that you have to deal with this hater on a daily basis.
It logically follows that he, too, has to deal with you on a daily basis. Poor guy.
No, really – don’t you think it’s always worse to be the one that has to get annoyed whenever the object of hate approaches? You are only perplexed and a bit hurt.
For you, it’s like a big mystery game. He, on the other hand, must deal with elevated blood pressure, uncontrollable tics and the urge to yank your nose off every day. Wow.
You know, you’d probably be doing his health a favor if you cut your contact back to a few times a week instead of seeking him out on consecutive days.
But if this just isn’t feasible, then I suggest that you act oblivious to his wrath and just get on with your life.
This guy is obviously one friend that you don’t have or need; sounds like he’s headed for major health issues with his temper problems, anyway … who wants that kind of obligation?

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