CATHY'S LIST*                                  No. 1


This is the debut of a new on-going feature presenting lists because lists are fun, quick to read and ... wait . . . let's do this the right way:

REASONS WHY LISTS ARE FUN TO READ

1.  They're usually short and therefore easy/quick to read.

2.  You can count off the points with your finger nails thus showing off your fabulous new manicure.

3.  Anticipation grows as you near the final point.

4.  If it is a to-do list you can add a few things you've already done so you have something to cross off immediately.

 5.  If you are recounting your list out loud you can challenge yourself by NOT imagining David Letterman's voice in your head.
                                                                                                                                                
 6.  If you DO hear David Letterman's voice then you can add drum rolls thus adding to the drama of your list narration. 

 7.  People have a tendency to believe things more if you list them even if they aren't true.

 8.  You just believed that didn't you?

9.  You can probably repeat an item and no one will notice.

10.  They're usually short and therefore easy/quick to read. 



 * Definition of list from The Random House College Dictionary:
     list 
         1.  a series of names or other items written or printed together in a meaningful grouping or sequence so as to constitute a record
          2.  to set down together in a list