Warning labels

Just bought new patio chairs, but I think I might have to return them. They came with a warning label that indicated they can only be used to SIT on. No standing, climbing, or other activities. And only one person at a time. Boring. They also can not be machine washed. Now, since the fabric is not removable from the metal frame I had already made that assumption. My washing machine manufacturer also has it covered by making the washing machine door not large enough to fit a patio chair. Still, I always wonder if those warning labels are attached to the manufacturing process before or after someone attempted to do what is now pictured as a “thou shalt not”. Common sense is not that common anymore, after all.

Someone once told me that the society we live in is built and designed for 6 year olds, and stupid people. It’s a bit harsh, but given the labels mentioned above it does seem to have a component of truth. When did we all collectively fall asleep and stopped thinking for ourselves? A…