If I call you and you pick up the phone, you’re saying you have time to pick up the phone and hear me. Even for a few seconds.
But remember, YOU chose to pick it up, so you’re not allowed to be annoyed or perplexed. Unless I proceed to tell you something annoying or perplexing.
But my existence in your life at that moment is your own fault. So don’t be rude.
I’m happy with going to voicemail.
Whether or not I’m in your caller ID, whether or not we know each other very well or at all, you picked up the phone, you opened the door when I knocked.
Be nice first. If I’m a jerk, you can be a jerk back. But don’t start with being a jerk. It throws it all off.
If you don’t have the time or attitude to talk, don’t answer. Not answering can be a very friendly thing to do.
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