I admit. I’m old enough to remember rotary phones and phones that were secured to your kitchen wall with a cord long enough to talk while you cooked and did dishes. Yes, seriously. But then came cell phones.
Ahhh, cell phones. Just a few years ago they were a convenience for emergency only. But now, calling, texting, selfies, movies, social media and so much more. We check them constantly. But, there are times, really, for real times when they MUST be tucked away and silenced to show respect and civility.
- Any time ANYONE is speaking into a microphone – the theater, church, synagogue, funeral, wedding ceremony, remarks following dinner, seminar, concert, etc.
- Especially in the theater – the light from your phone is very distracting.
- While dining. Focus on those people who are there with you.
- On any form of public transportation. You may find your life fascinating but the rest of us do not.
Texting, but not talking, is ok when you are:
- Riding the bus or subway
- Waiting in a doctor’s office
- In a public place where your action won’t disturb the people around you, but conversation would.
And, just one final note. When you ARE in public carrying on a conversation, remember, people can hear you. Every word.
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