Why Do Socks Always Disappear in the Laundry?

Is it just me, or do socks have a secret life of their own? I swear, every time I do laundry, one sock from almost every pair mysteriously vanishes. It’s like there’s a sock black hole in my washing machine or dryer. Maybe they’re off having adventures without us, or maybe there’s a sock thief hiding in the laundry room!

One time, I found a single sock stuck inside the dryer vent, which made me wonder how many others are hiding in weird spots. It’s such a small thing, but it’s oddly satisfying when you manage to reunite a lost sock with its partner. What’s your most bizarre or funny laundry mystery story? Any tips for keeping socks from disappearing?