My 2 cents - Did you never tell a co-worker about a movie you saw? Or ask someone who sits next to you in church where they grew up? None of these bits of information "matter" in relation to how or why you might be speaking to someone, but they fill out the personalities and help in getting to know someone. If I don't want to make small talk at work, I close my office door. If I only have a few minutes on-line, and want to stick to "business", I probably skip some threads. Anyone here has the same choice. Only read what interests you. But if you're open, you'll be surprised what you might find.

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