Dining in public can sometimes lead to unpleasant situations, such as encountering noisy children. The article asserts that it would be rude to ask parents to quiet their children or even to ask for them to be removed. Instead, it highlights the importance of accepting these inconveniences as part of public life. Potential solutions include moving to another table or dining at quieter times. In the end, if tranquility is a priority, opting for food delivery may be the best choice.
The considerate thing for this couple would have been to take their screaming toddler outside, but being in public often includes dealing with inconsiderate choices.
Yes, it would have been rude to ask them to 'do something about the noise,' and it’s counterproductive to try to control others’ behavior in such situations.
You could ask to be moved to another table, but toddler screams travel, and trying to force people to behave a certain way isn't effective.
If you really want total reign over your environment, consider dining at fancier restaurants later at night, or simply order delivery.
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