Tone It Down

I sometimes find myself backing away from the loud people.

I know sometimes I forget myself and talk at a higher volume than I should.

These times are usually associated with alcohol or a subject I feel strongly about. Or both.

But for the most part, I'd like to think I speak at a volume that is acceptable to the majority.

Which is why when I now come across someone that shouts at me instead of talking to me, I find myself cringing and taking a few steps backwards.

I can't stand it.

Unless we're in a place with ear-splitting music or other such detriments to the audibility of one's voice, I see no reason for the shouting.

It seems perfectly logical to me that there should be no shouting.

Either that or I'm getting old and cranky.