Interruptions

      Busy with an activity or trying to make a point in a conversation, then something or someone causes a temporary halt.  Irritation may arise, but perhaps the interruption may be necessary or beneficial.  You may be neglecting an equally important happening or idea from someone else.
     We are taught not to interrupt until the other person is "finished," that we should take turns at appropriate times.  Formal debates are supposed to go by the rules, but often the moderator cannot control the situation or the participants are just rude.
     When something becomes dangerous, we appreciate a warning.  When someone interrupts our train of thought, we may become annoyed.  On the other hand, when someone is monopolizing the conversation, we have the option to break in and balance the situation.  When someone is paying more attention to their technology gadgets and ignoring opportunities to have face-to-face communication, interrupt.  Have good manners, follow agreed-upon rules, but don't give away your right to improve a situation or stop a wrong.
     When watching TV, we may hear the words: We interrupt this program for an important message or breaking news.  We appreciate pertinent information.  When we wish to interrupt in a conversation, we need to make sure our comments are pertinent.  Interruptions can be rude or may be necessary to maintain a good conversation.