By: Mia Thompson
Updated: Sep. 6, 2023
Originally Published: Sep. 6, 2023
Recently, I found myself listening to my partner chatter on about… well, honestly, I lost track of what it was even about. I’ve honed the skill of feigning interest in these one-sided dialogues. I nod and throw in an occasional “Wow, that’s interesting!” But sometimes, much like getting caught daydreaming in class, I zone out. Yet, for the most part, he happily sips on the “I’m all ears, love” Kool-Aid.
I genuinely adore my partner. Honestly, he’s one of my favorite people to chat with—when we’re talking about engaging topics. But every now and then, he delves into what I like to call “Mundane Topics.”
When he starts talking about these subjects, I hear only two things: the incomprehensible sounds of Charlie Brown’s teacher (wah wah wah wah) and the endless rambling of a character named Bubba from Forrest Gump. Forrest was a patient guy, but I doubt he was tuned in during Bubba’s long shrimp speeches.
Here’s what falls under my “Mundane Topics” umbrella:
- Any technical breakdown of why a hard drive, motherboard, or any other tech component works (or doesn’t). It’s all “flux capacitor” nonsense to me. If something malfunctions, I’ll just occupy myself with a book or scroll through social media until he resolves the issue.
- Exhaustive discussions about the best route from point A to point B. My input is irrelevant, so any conversation about travel paths feels like a waste of breath. Just inform me when we’re ready to leave!
- Talks about football—offense, defense, and all that jazz—are a definite no. Unless we’re discussing tight ends or end zones, which tickles my immature sense of humor. I understand he’s devoted to his team, but my football knowledge is limited to identifying a football among other balls (tee hee, said “balls”).
- Any sentence that kicks off with “star” is a guaranteed snooze-fest: Star Trek, Star Wars, or Stargate? All the same to me. I recognize Wesley Crusher solely from The Big Bang Theory, and the name “Crusher” makes me chuckle. No offense to the Trekkies or the ladies who still dream of Harrison Ford as Han Solo—if that’s you, keep rocking!
- I reserve the right to label any other topic as “Mundane” without prior notice.
While I couldn’t ask for a better partner, sometimes I just can’t engage with certain discussions. Some topics are beyond my comprehension, or simply… mundane. You might think I should be more invested in what interests him, but trust me, I’ve got that covered—wink, nudge.
It’s evident that my partner has impeccable taste in women, but he truly is the smartest man around (at least on our block). It’s endearing how he wants to share his extensive knowledge with me, and while I do my best to listen, I often find my mind drifting. And yes, he’s all ears when I talk about pressing matters, like who’s causing drama on The Bachelor.
If anything were to happen to him, I’d be utterly lost when it comes to navigating the internet or resetting the remote. I’d miss him dearly! My tendency to tune out what I’ve dubbed as “Mundane Topics” can lead to a bit of tension (especially when I’m caught). Maybe I should make a greater effort to show interest in his hobbies. Or perhaps it’s time to brush up on my acting skills. Or maybe I just need to focus on practicing the art of engagement for those moments when my mind wanders. Wink, nudge.
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Summary:
In this lighthearted piece, Mia Thompson humorously reflects on the topics she finds mundane when chatting with her partner, from technical jargon to sports discussions. While she appreciates his intellect and passion, she candidly admits to zoning out during conversations about certain subjects. Ultimately, she discusses the balance in their communication and the importance of showing interest in each other’s passions.