Chuck,
Just noticed this thread. You are definitely not alone!
Regarding the window lock button...
My Isuzu Rodeo has a similar button and I've done the exact same thing!
I also found out the window lock affects the rear doors. I managed to accidentally lock people into the back seat and didn't realize how to get them out except to open the door from the outside. That went on for weeks until I "saw" the button.
I've also done other similarly silly things. I wear glasses, I've worn them forever and need them for everything except very close work. One day I couldn't find them, looked all over for about 15 minutes before I realized they were on my face! I never noticed that I didn't have any problems seeing, I just didn't realize I was already wearing them.