Dialogue Discernment
One critical but rarely mentioned facet,
Of skills required for fine communication,
Is sensing when somebody makes it tacit,
That they would like to cease a conversation.
Eternal Incongruence
A parent’s basic instinct is to still
Maintain at least a modicum of sway.
A grown kid’s greatest impulse always will
Be wanting to do everything their way.
Reasons for Interruptions
Some interrupt for fear they’ll lose a thought,
While others lack routine impulse control.
They realize that isn’t what we’re taught,
But swear the cut-offs never are a goal.
More folks claim they’re just parts of conversations,
Or merely habits — but they all convey —
Apparent thought those blurted presentations,
Are more important than what you might say.
Russel Winick started writing poetry after ending a long legal career. He resides in Naperville, Illinois.
