Originally Posted by
steveholt
I'm certainly happy you're in a long-lasting marriage, and there's nothing wrong with being an extrovert. I think there are loads of people, unfortunately, who didn't think they were bugging anyone and actually were. I'm not saying that's the case for you, mind.
FWIW, I almost never approach some stranger with a question or comment. Conversations with others in the lounge usually start when I'm engaging a bartender or other staffer. The other person will chime in on the same or related topic. It's essentially "opt-in" socializing.