Author Archives: Sandy Hyde

Debate Etiquette

A debate is an opportunity to formally discuss opposing opinions on a particular topic in public or legislative assemblies.   Debaters should handle themselves with dignity and show respect for their opponents at all times. I am disappointed to report dignity … Continue reading

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10 Habits of Genuinely Charming People

LinkedIn Influencer Jeff Haden published this post originally on LinkedIn. Sure, everyone knows blunt, impolite, and even rude people who are somehow extremely successful. I know a bunch of them. But since we’re all more likely to build professional and personal relationships and … Continue reading

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Wedding Etiquette – Bridal Attendants’ Hair Style

The bride may select her attendants’ attire, accessories, and headpieces, but it is inappropriate for her to tell her attendants how to style their hair.

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Be Courteous of the Time When Sending a Text

Hopefully, you would not call someone in the middle of the night to share something that just happened to “pop” into your head.  This same courtesy should also be applied when sending a text. It’s wonderful you could stay out … Continue reading

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A “Nice” Social Media Rule

You may have heard the saying, “If you don’t have something nice to say, don’t say anything at all”.  If you saw the movie “Bambi” as a child,  this was most likely one of the first rules of etiquette introduced … Continue reading

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Wedding Etiquette – Keep Jackets and Shoes On

Groomsmen should keep their jackets on and bridesmaids should keep their shoes on throughout the entire celebration.   Consider your attire a uniform for the entire event.  Removing any piece of the uniform during the wedding celebration is inappropriate.  

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Can You Answer This?

While teaching a class about proper introductions at an elementary school, one of the students asked me the following question: “What if I have to  introduce the Pope and the President some day?  Whose name is spoken first?” I’m thrilled … Continue reading

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No Gifts If You Elope – Wedding Etiquette

If you decide to elope rather than have a large wedding, do not expect friends and family to send wedding gifts.  You excluded them from the celebration so they are not obligated to send a wedding gift. If you have … Continue reading

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Eloping – Wedding Announements

Q: My fiance and I are considering to elope.   How should we announce our big news to family and friends? A: If you prefer to elope or have an intimate wedding, send announcements or invitations to a reception after the … Continue reading

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Go Ahead and Enjoy Your S’more

Some foods bring back childhood memories.  For that reason alone, they are just fun to eat.  The chocolate s’more is one of those foods.  The name conjures thoughts of a sticky, gooey, chocolate goodness.  When asked about the etiquette of … Continue reading

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