One strike you're out

The other day I posted this on Facebook:
This trip home, it's gonna be "one strike you're out". If you're not free when I call you, you'll have to be the one to call me back 'cos I'm not trying a second time. Sorry, but I think this is the path of least stress for me ;)

Erin replied to my post:
As someone who travels a lot, props to you for this idea. I always feel bad about not seeing people when I'm home, but I can't spend my whole trip planning and it's impossible to see everyone. This will be my new rule. :)

It's nice to find that someone else feels the same way. It is just too much hassle, and not worth the time wasted to keep contacting people who just refuse to contact you back or refuse to take the time to see you. After all, if something is important enough for you, you would make time for it without being forced to do so.

Maybe I should make this a permanent rule too.