A PLEASANT chat a woman was enjoying with her boyfriend has been ruined by his insistence on joining in.
Sian, not her real name, was relaxing at home with Corey, not his real name, and regaling him about an incident which happened at the office, regarding biscuits.
She said: “I explained the background for context, so he knew my position re buying the biscuits a few days before and I’d only eaten one per day and because they were individually wrapped they’d stay fresh which was good because I wasn’t getting more.
“Then out of nowhere he butts in saying ‘Anyway, talking of work’ then goes off on a tangent about himself. It was so rude. I interjected and asked how he’d like it if I cut him off in the middle of a conversation? He apologised, but then he just carried on.
“It wasn’t even interesting, something about a new role at work and a car or whatever. Well done Corey, but at what cost? A conversation and a relaxing evening ruined? Was it worth it?
“Listening is an important aspect of relationship communication. What kind of couple are we going to be if he can’t engage in a basic conversation by listening to what I have to say, and then be approving and supportive of my opinions? I leave gaps.
“Will he interrupt my wedding vows to blather on about himself? Anyway, I waited until he’d finished, gave him a look and carried on.”
Corey said: “Sian,s really pleased with my promotion and 40 per cent pay rise. She’s going to buy me biscuits.”