I realize that this is a somewhat distasteful subject, but it’s been bugging me for quite awhile now.

I’m talking about those electronic eye flushing devices on more and more public toilets.

Sure, I understand the idea behind them: make sure everyone flushes when done, and save lots of water while doing it. But tell me how on earth the doggone thing saves water when it’s triggered by every other breath!

It seems as if I always happen across the super-sensitive seats, and I can assure you that those unsolicited rushes of cold water are NOT appreciated. They make me a little jumpy, to be honest.  And even though I don’t wear plus size lingerie, I still don’t want to get wet.

Even worse, though, are the ones that won’t flush at all. I find myself standing there, waving my hand back and forth in front of the sensor, hoping I won’t have to track down a bucket somewhere or lay an “Out of Order” sign across the seat.

Ditto for the missing handles on the sinks. Tepid water to wash my hands is not my first choice. Sometimes I want cold water from the sink to soak a paper towel for a headache or to take an aspirin. And yes, I much prefer paper towels to those stupid blow dryers that neither blow nor dry.

I’m all for clean restrooms and advancements in technology, but c’mon. How hard is it really to push the handle manually? Either adjust those things properly, or give me back some control!