Author Archives: Sandy Hyde

BBQ – Difficult Foods

I recently attended a pig roast where many different types of barbecued foods, such as ribs, chicken wings, and hot dogs, were served.  My job title of etiquette consultant must have intimidated many of the guests, because when the time … Continue reading

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Miss USA 2009 Pageant – 1 Step Forward, 2 Steps Back

As a pageant coach and a former Mrs. Ohio USA title holder, I am constantly working to educate the public that not all beauty contestants are empty minded bombshells.   Gone are the days when questions are answered with canned answers … Continue reading

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Correspondence Cards

Correspondence cards are used for brief hand-written messages including thank-you notes.  These cards are made of a heavy card stock and measure approximately 4″ x 6″. The executive’s name only is printed at the top of the card: Frederick S. … Continue reading

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Seating of Guests at a Traditional Wedding Ceremony

As guests are escorted by ushers down the aisle at a traditional church wedding,  guests of the bride are seated on the left side of the aisle as you face the alter and guests of the groom are seated on … Continue reading

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Slurping Spaghetti – Observed Etiquette Faux Pas

A mother in a restaurant was teaching her daughter how to slurp individual spaghetti noodles into her mouth with all the appropriate sound effects.   It wasn’t at all as adorable as the scene from “Lady and the Tramp”.  In fact, … Continue reading

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Shaking Hands When The Person Is Not Seated Next To You

We are frequently introduced to others who are not sitting immediately next to us.  It occurs at events such as luncheons, board meetings and social occasions. Under no circumstance should you reach across the table in front of someone to … Continue reading

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First Dates – Can You Hear Your Date?

First dates can be awkward because you typically don’t know your date very well and want to make a good impression. Communication is very important to a first date.  Make sure you select a location that allows you to easily … Continue reading

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Setting An Example For Children

Children are like sponges.  They absorb everything.  Be very careful with the information you provide for them to absorb. Be on your best behavior at all times around children.  They learn by mimicking everything adults do and say. The rule … Continue reading

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Signing Childrens Names to Greeting Cards and Correspondence

It is an acceptable practice to sign the names of children on greeting cards and other informal forms of correspondence sent by a family. However, it is not appropriate to sign the names of adult or married children to any … Continue reading

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What color corsage should I get for my prom date?

Dear Sandy, My prom date told me her gown is green with black trim.  What color corsage should I get for her?  I like red roses, but don’t want her to look like a christmas tree in green and red.   … Continue reading

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