One of LIfe's Incredibly Frustrating Mysteries

OK, I'm a grown man in my late thirties. I have two degrees, and have had success in several different careers. I consider myself to be a reasonably intelligent individual. So, can somebody PLEASE explain to me:

WHY CAN'T I FIND THE &$#@&%%$@@# REMOTE CONTROL THAT A FOUR-YEAR-OLD PUT DOWN SOMEWHERE LAST WEEK???????