Some people need constant noise — chatter, crowds, movement.
A pug needs silence, calm and a generous amount of sleep.
Jojo:
Unnecessary words are a pure waste of energy.
Sometimes it’s better to say nothing than to talk nonsense.
Jabba:
Oh yes! In silence you can actually think about whether your words are needed by anyone at all.
Jojo:
Silence often carries more meaning than a thousand words.
Jabba:
And they say it’s the look that can kill…
Jojo:
Let’s not kill anyone just yet, Jabbi.
What I mean is that some emotions are simply so vast that there are no words big enough to describe them.
Jabba:
What do you mean, Jojo?
Jojo:
Look at Mum and Dad.
They’re sitting here with us, each reading their own book.
There’s no pressure to keep talking.
For them, this is a moment of security and rest.
Jabba:
And for us too!
Jojo:
Jabbi, we’re always resting.
What I mean is that this kind of silence is a sign of closeness.
Of intimacy.
Jabba:
Oh… that sounds wonderful.
Jojo:
We often associate silence with something negative.
But think about this morning — when you barked mercilessly at the man who threw a cigarette butt on the beach.
A bit of silence helped you calm down.
When you’re angry, silence gives you time to breathe.
Did you manage to breathe, Jabba?
Jabba:
Honestly, Jojo?
I could still chew his shoes.
