keep getting interrupted while reading - Page 10

desertgrandma · 09-26-2010, 10:15 PM

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Originally Posted by Lady Fitzgerald

Don't count on it. Even if you directly ask many parents (even if after dropping the hint), they either just don't care and ignore you or get upset for accusing their little darlings of misbehaving.

Exactly. AND you get dirty looks, to boot!

SeaBookGuy · 09-26-2010, 11:06 PM

I've found most folks have been extremely happy to discuss their reader when I've politely asked about their experience - one person in a restaurant was almost thrilled to be approached.

astra · 10-05-2010, 08:17 AM

I am reporting back.

The deed is done. The last time he joined me over a lunch (I only started), he mentioned that he didn't see me for a long time. I was postponing the moment when I was about to finish the lunch, take out ebook reader and excuse myself from the conversation. He wanted to know what time I usually have the lunch, so he can come....that is when I snapped. I didn't want to give him any false hopes or expectations. I told him in a very polite way that I love my lunch breaks because I get away from the work and I want to read a book. To leave the RL matters behind for a short while.
I think(hope) he has understood...I don't know. I cannot say I don't care because I didn't want to upset him or damage our sort of a light version of friendship. Then again, I am very selfish and I actually don't care. I need my privacy. I am introvert. If he cannot get it, tough. Life is a bitch.

desertgrandma · 10-05-2010, 10:02 AM

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Originally Posted by astra

I am reporting back.

The deed is done. The last time he joined me over a lunch (I only started), he mentioned that he didn't see me for a long time. I was postponing the moment when I was about to finish the lunch, take out ebook reader and excuse myself from the conversation. He wanted to know what time I usually have the lunch, so he can come....that is when I snapped. I didn't want to give him any false hopes or expectations. I told him in a very polite way that I love my lunch breaks because I get away from the work and I want to read a book. To leave the RL matters behind for a short while.
I think(hope) he has understood...I don't know. I cannot say I don't care because I didn't want to upset him or damage our sort of a light version of friendship. Then again, I am very selfish and I actually don't care. I need my privacy. I am introvert. If he cannot get it, tough. Life is a bitch.

Anyone with any sense would understand. At the very first, the feelings might be hurt, but after thinking it over, they surely will know where you are coming from.

Again......if not......its their problem.

You were polite, non confrontational, and thats all anyone can ask.

astra · 10-05-2010, 10:18 AM

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Originally Posted by desertgrandma

Anyone with any sense would understand. At the very first, the feelings might be hurt, but after thinking it over, they surely will know where you are coming from.

Again......if not......its their problem.

You were polite, non confrontational, and thats all anyone can ask.

Thanks for the support

Lady Fitzgerald · 10-05-2010, 10:24 AM

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Originally Posted by astra

I am reporting back.

The deed is done. The last time he joined me over a lunch (I only started), he mentioned that he didn't see me for a long time. I was postponing the moment when I was about to finish the lunch, take out ebook reader and excuse myself from the conversation. He wanted to know what time I usually have the lunch, so he can come....that is when I snapped. I didn't want to give him any false hopes or expectations. I told him in a very polite way that I love my lunch breaks because I get away from the work and I want to read a book. To leave the RL matters behind for a short while.
I think(hope) he has understood...I don't know. I cannot say I don't care because I didn't want to upset him or damage our sort of a light version of friendship. Then again, I am very selfish and I actually don't care. I need my privacy. I am introvert. If he cannot get it, tough. Life is a bitch.

Sounds to me you handled it well. And there is nothing selfish about the way you handled it. Your time is just that: your time! That is a concept people in this overconnected world have lost.

crich70 · 10-05-2010, 03:11 PM

I agree. Everyone needs some time just to themselves to unwind and relax. Especially in this over stressed world that we live in today.

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Originally Posted by Lady Fitzgerald

Sounds to me you handled it well. And there is nothing selfish about the way you handled it. Your time is just that: your time! That is a concept people in this overconnected world have lost.

Lady Fitzgerald · 10-05-2010, 03:41 PM

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Originally Posted by crich70

I agree. Everyone needs some time just to themselves to unwind and relax. Especially in this over stressed world that we live in today.

I'm amazed how people seemed to be unable to amuse themselves anymore without being connected at the lip (sic) anymore. People are appalled when they learn I turn on my cell phone only when I'm going to use it, which is rarely (in fact, I often get chewed out for it). People do not understand when I do not answer my phone every time it rings because I may be busy with something else. They do not understand the concept that it's my time and I have the right to use it as I see fit.

astra · 10-05-2010, 04:29 PM

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Originally Posted by Lady Fitzgerald

People are appalled when they learn I turn on my cell phone only when I'm going to use it, which is rarely (in fact, I often get chewed out for it). People do not understand when I do not answer my phone every time it rings because I may be busy with something else. They do not understand the concept that it's my time and I have the right to use it as I see fit.

Cooooooooooool!
I thoughts we are the only people who behave like that

Not that we care. I and my better 2/3s are just like that. I think it is lucky that we are both the same, otherwise one of us would go mad, crazy, whatever...! Not picking up the phone at home is the most difficult concept for others to comprehend. My mobile phone is on 1/3-1/2 of the day at the most.
Friday and Saturday about 22.00 I simply disconnect land line until next day....13.00-15.00 depends on when I am ready. My mobile phone is off obviously.
My friends know that the easiest way to get me is via email

Lady Fitzgerald · 10-05-2010, 05:09 PM

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Originally Posted by astra

...My friends know that the easiest way to get me is via email

Same here although my landline phone is always open to close friends.

james.matthew · 10-06-2010, 04:23 AM

I absolutely agree. My teenage daughter is constantly on her cell phone! If she is texting at the table during dinner I would make her put her phone in her room. My phone is mainly used for business, but aside from that i rarely use it.

Mercury · 10-06-2010, 05:14 AM

Well done for going through with it. It sounds like you made the right choice though, otherwise you'd have a regular lunch date lined up - every day!

There seems to be lots of us who don't answer the phone if we are busy, i don't either. One relative though, rings until the phone cuts off, then calls straight back, as many times as it takes me to eitheranswer, or switch my phone off. It is just attention seeking, as i have explained in no uncertain terms that i won't pick the phone up if it is not convinient for me, yet it continues.

mrscoach · 10-06-2010, 09:37 AM

I keep my cell phone on at all times because it is the only way to reach me. We didn't get a landline when we moved into the new apartment, and I rarely check email more than once a day or every two days. Since both of my children live away from home, one at college and one finishing senior year at old school, I need to be accessible. Especially since daughter is having leg troubles. Also, I am a temp worker and gt calls at all times of the day for work.

However, I might not answer calls from numbers I don't recognize.

As for people interrupting me as I read. I usually read at home, but do not mind a few interruptions if out in public somewhere. I'm pretty social, so talking to others doesn't bother me. Unless it is a creepy guy trying to come on to me, then he gets cut cold and infornmed I am happily married to a VERY protective man.

rebarnmom · 10-06-2010, 12:23 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Lady Fitzgerald

Sounds to me you handled it well. And there is nothing selfish about the way you handled it. Your time is just that: your time! That is a concept people in this overconnected world have lost.

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Originally Posted by crich70

I agree. Everyone needs some time just to themselves to unwind and relax. Especially in this over stressed world that we live in today.

Courtesy of my stay at the Marriott last weekend. You have my permission to use to your pleasure!

nohmi2 · 10-07-2010, 05:22 AM

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Originally Posted by Lady Fitzgerald

Same here although my landline phone is always open to close friends.

I have given the number for my iPhone to three people only. These are people whom I care about, and know that I don't like to 'shoot the breeze' if I am busy. My landline is always open, but if I am busy, I will put on the answering machine, muted.

If I am out and someone asks me if I am reading on a Kindle, I state a short sharp "Yes" and carry on reading if I don't want to be interrupted. If they keep on nattering way, I will say a loud "WHAT?" as if I am stone-deaf.

If people are rude enough to interrupt me when I am obviously busy, then I feel that I am entitled to be just as rude to them.

If I am not busy, that's a different story.

I use my Mp3 for when I'm doing housework; usually something humorous, beacause I hate housekeeping.

10-06-2010, 04:23 AM	#146
james.matthew James.Matthew Posts: 11 Karma: 10 Join Date: Oct 2010 Location: San Gabriel Device: none	I absolutely agree. My teenage daughter is constantly on her cell phone! If she is texting at the table during dinner I would make her put her phone in her room. My phone is mainly used for business, but aside from that i rarely use it. Last edited by james.matthew; 10-15-2010 at 04:01 AM.

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09-26-2010, 11:06 PM	#137
SeaBookGuy Can one read too much? Posts: 2,029 Karma: 2487799 Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: Naples, FL Device: Kindle PW 3, Sony 350 and 650	I've found most folks have been extremely happy to discuss their reader when I've politely asked about their experience - one person in a restaurant was almost thrilled to be approached.

10-05-2010, 08:17 AM	#138
astra The Introvert Posts: 8,307 Karma: 1000077497 Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: United Kingdom Device: Sony Reader PRS-650 & 505 & 500	I am reporting back. The deed is done. The last time he joined me over a lunch (I only started), he mentioned that he didn't see me for a long time. I was postponing the moment when I was about to finish the lunch, take out ebook reader and excuse myself from the conversation. He wanted to know what time I usually have the lunch, so he can come....that is when I snapped. I didn't want to give him any false hopes or expectations. I told him in a very polite way that I love my lunch breaks because I get away from the work and I want to read a book. To leave the RL matters behind for a short while. I think(hope) he has understood...I don't know. I cannot say I don't care because I didn't want to upset him or damage our sort of a light version of friendship. Then again, I am very selfish and I actually don't care. I need my privacy. I am introvert. If he cannot get it, tough. Life is a bitch.

10-06-2010, 05:14 AM	#147
Mercury Enthusiast Posts: 38 Karma: 164 Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: London, UK Device: Sony 505, iPad	Well done for going through with it. It sounds like you made the right choice though, otherwise you'd have a regular lunch date lined up - every day! There seems to be lots of us who don't answer the phone if we are busy, i don't either. One relative though, rings until the phone cuts off, then calls straight back, as many times as it takes me to eitheranswer, or switch my phone off. It is just attention seeking, as i have explained in no uncertain terms that i won't pick the phone up if it is not convinient for me, yet it continues.

10-06-2010, 09:37 AM	#148
mrscoach Guru Posts: 767 Karma: 4837659 Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: San Angelo Texas Device: Samsung Galaxy tab	I keep my cell phone on at all times because it is the only way to reach me. We didn't get a landline when we moved into the new apartment, and I rarely check email more than once a day or every two days. Since both of my children live away from home, one at college and one finishing senior year at old school, I need to be accessible. Especially since daughter is having leg troubles. Also, I am a temp worker and gt calls at all times of the day for work. However, I might not answer calls from numbers I don't recognize. As for people interrupting me as I read. I usually read at home, but do not mind a few interruptions if out in public somewhere. I'm pretty social, so talking to others doesn't bother me. Unless it is a creepy guy trying to come on to me, then he gets cut cold and infornmed I am happily married to a VERY protective man.

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