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Monthly Archives: January 2008
Where To Place the Tea Bag
I am frequently asked if a tea bag is placed in the tea pot or tea cup. When the tea is served in a pot, the tea bag is placed in the pot. When served just a cup of tea, … Continue reading
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When a Coworker Has a Cold
Hopefully, most people who have a severe cold stay home to recover rather than going in to the office and risk spreading the cold to coworkers. Unfortunately, there are times when deadlines must be met or there are no more … Continue reading
Shaking Hands When You Have A Cold
When I see someone enter a social or business event with watery eyes, a runny nose, and a box of tissues, I want to run in the other direction to avoid catching whatever it is they have. It is unfortunate … Continue reading
Talking During a Presentation or Performance
There is a very good reason why theater managers ask you to unwrap candy and turn off cell phones, pagers and beepers before a performance begins. This is to keep theater patrons from being disturbed or distracted during the performance. … Continue reading
Sending Wedding Gifts
If you wish to give a wedding couple a gift, it is most appropriate to send the gift to the home of the bride or bride’s parents before the wedding rather than bringing the gift to the wedding. This etiquette … Continue reading
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Dining at a Restaurant Counter
If you are dining at a crowded restaurant counter and notice a couple or party of two looking for two seats together and you are sitting between two empty seats, please offer to move so the couple may be seated … Continue reading
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Funeral Processions – Funeral Etiquette
Funeral processions are part of a burial ritual in Christian faiths. They are typically a solemn event displaying a sense of dignity and respect for the deceased and their loved ones. It is unfortunate that people who are not part … Continue reading
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Basic Cell Phone Etiquette
Cell phone use is quickly climbing to the top of America’s pet peeve list. It,s a shame a device so useful in emergencies, security, and business communications can be so annoying when used without following simple etiquette rules. Most recently, … Continue reading
How To Cut In At A Dance
If a gentlemen would like to dance with a lady who is already dancing with another man, he may cut in by approaching the dancing couple, tapping the man on the shoulder, and asking, “May I cut in?” It is … Continue reading
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How To Eat a Banana – Difficult Foods
Bananas are one of those foods frequently avoided when dining out because we’re not quite sure how to properly eat them. When you are casually dining at home among family members, it is acceptable to eat this fruit by peeling … Continue reading
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