This is part of a story I wrote about just this thing... conversation with a stranger.
"We began talking as we waited for the tram to come and claim us. She was an older woman, like myself; one of those “non-traditional” students. The years weighed rather heavily on her face as if perhaps morning had come too soon for her that day. Her words soon animated her face into a youthful mask as we discussed a flyer about a concert featuring Nelly. We both agreed that Nelly was not a good “live” performer and that Usher would be a much better show. As we extolled the physical attributes of Usher, I was struck by the thought of the picture we would present to a “traditional” student were they to eavesdrop. I imagined the musings that would run through the head of a 22 year old as they listened to these two 40-something students dismiss the talents of Nelly in favor of the merits of Usher. A smile must have exploded onto my face at this thought because the lady returned it in kind...."
Looks like you're a bit like me. I'll strike up a conversation with pretty much anyone, no matter where I am or what I'm doing. If I can make them laugh,or at least smile,all the better.
This is part of a story I wrote about just this thing... conversation with a stranger.
"We began talking as we waited for the tram to come and claim us. She was an older woman, like myself; one of those “non-traditional” students. The years weighed rather heavily on her face as if perhaps morning had come too soon for her that day. Her words soon animated her face into a youthful mask as we discussed a flyer about a concert featuring Nelly. We both agreed that Nelly was not a good “live” performer and that Usher would be a much better show. As we extolled the physical attributes of Usher, I was struck by the thought of the picture we would present to a “traditional” student were they to eavesdrop. I imagined the musings that would run through the head of a 22 year old as they listened to these two 40-something students dismiss the talents of Nelly in favor of the merits of Usher. A smile must have exploded onto my face at this thought because the lady returned it in kind...."
Looks like you're a bit like me. I'll strike up a conversation with pretty much anyone, no matter where I am or what I'm doing. If I can make them laugh,or at least smile,all the better.
It doesn't cost anything to be friendly.
Thank you for sharing your story.