Don’t yell at me

For some time, we lived in an apartment complex with a small playground nearby. Usually, kids are fairly loud when they are playing, but you cannot hold that against them. At that age it is a natural thing and I remember doing my share of screaming when I was that young.

What got to me though was that some of the parents could not be bothered to walk to the park and pick up their kids when it was time for them to come home. Instead, they yelled on top of their lungs from their doorstep, hoping it would be loud enough to attract attention.

And then the kids started screaming even louder in response and a shouting match had started, much to the dismay of those who like some degree of quietness.

I believe a situation like that shows a severe lack of class and common sense. It is often unnecessary; people can communicate in a normal tone of voice if they just take a few seconds and physically approach each other.

Signs of age? I don't think so; I had the same dislike when I was in my twenties. I usually don't respond either if someone tries to get my attention from a distance. If you want to talk to me, you have to come close enough so we can have a conversation without disturbing the peace in the neighborhood.