WELL SAID MICHAEL.

It's funny, I never thought I'd say this, but childless people are utterly clueless, fairly often, when it comes to anything remotely connected to children. Maybe not surprising though. We had a daughter two years ago. I was 40 then so had lived a bit, and had up until that point felt myself getting increasingly irked by the proliferation of yummy mummies, designer buggies, baby chinos and trendy baby-carrying gear. IT ALL CHANGES. Excuse caps! When you have a kid, I'm sorry to say, the thought of irritating other people really does come second to how best to keep your demanding toddler in check. Taking them to an area where there is a high likelihood of being surrounded by other screeching little monsters to provide some distraction suddenly becomes the most desirable option.
So on behalf of all of us - sorry!