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[quote=Anonymous]This thread makes me grateful for my family, which is comprised of "big talkers".  No, it's not a competition for dominance (what an odd thing to think).  It's because conversation is enjoyable and fun, and lively ones where everyone is engaged and contributing moreso.  I've told friends before when visiting my family, "They talk a lot, so don't worry about feeling awkward, they'll make you feel right at home"- and my family always does!  They certainly have their flaws- but when you are hanging out with my uncles, cousins, etc, you're going to hear really interesting conversations about varying topics, great, intellectual jokes, and you're not going to be bored.

I think it's really unforunate some take such a paranoid and crazy view of people who are chatty.  They are not out to get you (at least, most arent)- they are just extroverted and chatty, and probably excited to see you and talk to you.  (And, probably, if anything, a little bummed if they are used to nonresponsiveness from you- maybe that is a tension you sense, and assume ulterior motives)

Lighten up, realize that people are different and want different things.  I was raised going to family dinners where conversation moved swift and fast, so I learned to navigate it.  If you didn't, that's totally fine too.  But don't hold it against those who like to chat![/quote]

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