I fully agree that when the inquiry is genuine, the response should be appropriate. On the other hand… well… you know!
Ignored? Who is going to ignore me. It can’t happen! Nooooooooooooooooooo! Monkey wants attention!!! Okay okay okay … rational! (Deep breath! Deep breath! Exhale! Fart!) Whew, I feel better.
I’m gonna go lie down. This was just too much for me to deal with now. I need a safe space.