Ha ha, chicken! You have made it about anyone, just most people seemed to make it about spouses...
Yes, I see that about questions! I hadn't thought about it, but I see it now! It can be a bit frustrating when someone else chooses to keep the lead in a conversation! On the other hand, it can be also quite amusing if neither party wants the lead...
Exactly, beginnings always seem to take a bit longer! There is just so much discovery... In contrast, the walk home seems to go by in a blink!