Hello! You’ve reached my voicemail. At the beep, please don’t call again—seriously, just send me a text.
In today’s world, calling seems almost archaic. Emails? I get those straight to my phone. Facebook messages? Same deal. With so many easy ways to communicate, a phone call feels as outdated as sending a message by carrier pigeon. So, let’s just skip it, shall we?
Why? Here are my reasons:
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Awkward Conversations
I try to be polite, but when you call and suddenly drop an unexpected invitation or request, it catches me off guard. My initial reaction might be a flat-out “Nope!” but my politeness stops me. Text me instead—this gives me time to come up with a good excuse. -
Nap Time
After working hard to get my child to sleep, I’ve carefully maneuvered out of the room. If you call and wake them up, I will promptly deliver a cranky child to your doorstep while giving you dirty looks. -
Precious ‘Me Time’
Those rare moments of alone time are a luxury. I don’t want to spend them listening to a long-winded conversation—unless, of course, you’re swinging by with some wine. -
Multitasking Madness
I’m all about efficiency, but talking on the phone while juggling tasks is a recipe for a headache. Texting lets me respond when it suits me, so I can stir dinner and type back at the same time. -
Kids Are Distracting
If you have kids, you know they have a talent for interrupting when you’re on the phone. As soon as I pick up, it’s like a signal for them to start demanding my attention, making a phone call nearly impossible. -
Time Commitment
A brief call is fine, but if I pick up, it’s often someone who wants to chat for ages without letting me speak. Texts allow for a more casual, less time-consuming interaction. -
Exhaustion
By the end of the day, when my kids are finally asleep, I’m so drained that I can barely muster “mmhmm” responses. My brain just can’t handle a call then. -
Busy Environments
I could be at the grocery store, struggling to hear you over the ambient noise. Whether it’s a deli counter or the DMV, texting is a far better way to communicate without drawing unwanted attention. -
Chauffeur Duties
With all the driving I do between appointments and practices, my focus needs to be on the road. I can’t juggle phone calls and driving without inviting trouble. -
Hearing Issues
Bad connections and background noise mean I’m often saying, “What?” repeatedly. But text messages come through loud and clear, making communication so much easier.
I seldom answer phone calls, but I promise I’ll get back to your text when I can. Just skip the call—I’ll reach out eventually… or maybe not.
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In summary, texting is simply the more efficient and considerate way to communicate in our busy lives. It allows for flexibility, reduces interruptions, and gives us the space to respond when we’re ready.