Even when the reason of being late is frivolous, placing compliance with the plan above enjoying life is telling of an attitude that doesn't seem healthy. A good plan is one which allows for smelling roses in the walk to the meeting (but then, Americans don't use walkways, do they?)
Scheduled meeting times enrage me to end, because it takes enjoyment out of my life. Very frequently, something unexpected happens near the time I have to be getting ready to leave to the meeting, but I have to say no to life instead and bow down to this stupid God of time.
I understand business meeting times. I understand showing up to class on time. I don't understand times for meeting up for pleasure (drinks, dinner, dates). I just don't.
