The Most Gorgeous Baby Ever?

Have you ever had a colleague who insists on showing photos of their children or grandchildren, whether you want to see them or not? You might be minding your own business or trying to get through your day, when suddenly your screen or your desk is hijacked by yet another baby photo.

What follows is often a chorus of expected comments. “Oh my gosh, this is the most gorgeous baby ever.” “She is just beautiful.” And have you ever come across anyone in these situations saying otherwise? Of course not. Because saying anything less than enthusiastic is practically a workplace crime.

Sure, it is lovely to see someone proud of their family. Sharing a photo or two now and then is perfectly fine. But when it becomes a daily routine or the highlight of every casual conversation, it starts to feel less like sharing and more like an invasion. Not everyone wants to spend ten minutes every day being part of someone else’s extended family album.

The truth is, most people are too polite to say anything. They smile, nod, offer the same compliments, and silently hope it will be over soon. Meanwhile, real work gets delayed, and genuine conversations get pushed aside.

There is nothing wrong with celebrating your family. But maybe, just maybe, not everyone needs to be part of it every single day.

Am I just grumpy or honest?

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