:: the email culture ::

Lots of hibernation & being cooped up at home had turned me into a grumpy being.
The daily routine is taking its toll on me. Adding to my sensitivity, thus making me an intolerable partner at the moment.
After awhile, I began to realize how exhausting & draining it can be to initiate a 'diplomatic' argument and not having come to a conclusion.
The worst part is even for a slight misunderstanding, it will eventually lead you to recognizing not only your partner's flaws but also your irrationality which in my case, are often triggered from assumptions.
No one says couple-hood is a breeze.
The unpredictable ups & downs will take one on an emotional roller coaster ride(s).

Nonetheless, work has to go on.
Every morning, as I read my emails, I began to see the downside of this new mode of communication.
I have a problem when it comes to replying emails. It lies in choosing the right words to bring the message across.
How do you show great tact when dealing with tricky situations over emails?
No one wants to read a lengthy email & when we need to address an issue, it should be direct and as far as possible use economical words.
We learned that it's unnecessary to sound apologetic or add in a bit of reassuring words or wishes.
What more, with emails, you can hide behind your cowardice if you decide to shoot another with words.

I am embracing modernity & I love technology.
But sometimes, it makes a difference discussing work&life over emails (unless it's a long distance separation) and to have it face to face.

Because I realized when you are out of touch with the ones you love & although you still communicate through text-messages, emails & windows messengers, nothing beats having a real company right beside you.
Then, you can laugh all you want. Bask in the spontaneity. And enjoy the presence.

That said.
I have to meet the best friend before this grumpy being creates another chaos.