The mystery is solved

Scene: The kitchen drawer
Victim: The plastic wrap
Suspects: The usual--all family members

Notes:

It is only natural, after removing a segment of this useful material, to replace the box in the same direction one is holding it. This allows for easier removal of future pieces since the box will open toward the right allowing one to grab the wrap and pull out the desired amount. On finding the box frequently facing the other direction, I felt investigation was necessary.

First, I question Mom. It was entirely possible that she had some reason for placing it a different direction. Indeed it was certain that she would have a reason, and the kitchen is her domain. If she wants the plastic wrap backwards, then so be it. She, however, agreed with my original assessment. Further questioning revealed no clues to the culprit.

Then Dad questioned me. Having overheard our discussion, he wanted to know what the "right" way was. We quickly determined that he was not guilty either.

I let the matter rest for some time. Then I caught her in the act. Jennifer was removing plastic wrap with her left hand! Of course. I should have known. My sisters are twins and I have long theorized that they are mirror-image (evidence includes earlobes and cowlicks). In my thinking , they should have opposite handedness. I, therefore, nominated Jennifer to be the leftie.

We laughed at this new validation of my theory and continued to chat as she reached for the microwave with her left hand. A minute later she removed the wrap from her heated plate with her left hand. Faced with testimony of such impeachable witnesses (Terry was present as well), she has confessed to other deeds such as locking the door left-handed.

There is some satisfaction in being proven right although I rather suspect I will have to continue to turn the box around in order to get at the plastic wrap since I am (unfortunately) not left-handed.