Thursday, March 5, 2009

Inventions -- Why Didn't I Think of That??

We've all had those thoughts. Man, why didn't I think of Ziplock bags?? How great are those!! And Liquid Paper or now the new correction tape in the hand-held roller applicator. Think of all the money I'd have?!??

What about panty hose. Sticky notes. Pam cooking spray. Little moist towelettes folded up in a pocket-sized package. Zippers. Hand sanitizer (no soap and water needed anymore). Gift bags. Pre-made gift bows. Anything that makes life easier.

The newest one that totally impressed me was one I noticed on countertop signage at the pharmacy counter in the neighborhood drug store. Flavors you get to choose to add to liquid medications. Grape, cherry, orange. How clever is that?? Personalized. Smart. Logical. Love it!

Every once in a while I'll be doing something and think of a product or item that I think would be an excellent contender for world-wide distribution. But the realization of all the layers I would have to go through to get something on the market...and the money involved to produce it...just stops me cold.

But, hey, that ingenius idea is one more item on my lifelist that makes me extra-special, right? Keeps those wheels moving and the mind sharp. Yeah, right. Some other person will manufacture that and become a millionaire. But I thought of it first!!!! Yes, I did!!!!!