Lovely Susan. I just shared with Jack Dixon about how we say good morning to everyone on our morning walk or ride on the bike tracks in our neighbourhood. Most are willing participants in this ritual but you know when it's tourist season - lots of blank stares. But as Kristi points out in her comment, having a dog is the secret to making friends. We don't have a dog but my neighbour who does knows everybody in our community.
Robyn, it's funny that you should mention tourist. I don't live in a place that gets many, which is no excuse for not being friendly to everyone. One of the things my husband and I noticed on our trip to the UK last year was how friendly everyone was. I think I need to practice at home.
For me, it's always at the dog park. I go every single day and always end up talking to and walking with strangers because our dogs choose each other to play with.
Lovely Susan. I just shared with Jack Dixon about how we say good morning to everyone on our morning walk or ride on the bike tracks in our neighbourhood. Most are willing participants in this ritual but you know when it's tourist season - lots of blank stares. But as Kristi points out in her comment, having a dog is the secret to making friends. We don't have a dog but my neighbour who does knows everybody in our community.
Robyn, it's funny that you should mention tourist. I don't live in a place that gets many, which is no excuse for not being friendly to everyone. One of the things my husband and I noticed on our trip to the UK last year was how friendly everyone was. I think I need to practice at home.
For me, it's always at the dog park. I go every single day and always end up talking to and walking with strangers because our dogs choose each other to play with.
Isn't it funny how quickly dogs recognize a friend? I've read about people taking their dog with them when they are getting another dog.