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Author Archives: Sandy Hyde
Compliment Your Prom Date
A great deal of time is devoted to the planning of a high school prom. In addition to the decorations and ticket sales, the attire worn to the prom is probably the most time consuming and the most personally sensitive … Continue reading
Is a Receiving Line Necessary? – Wedding Etiquette
Many wedding couples dread the tedious receiving line and frequently ask if it is necessary to have one. The purpose of a receiving line is to greet your guests and make appropriate introductions of new family members. If your wedding … Continue reading
He Ordered a Pizza During the Funeral!
In previous posts, I have emphasized the importance of turning cell phones off so they don’t ring during a funeral. I did not, however, discuss the inappropriateness of placing a call on a cell phone during a funeral. I didn’t … Continue reading
Tea Bags and Tea Pots
Tea should be steeped in a pot until it reaches its desired strength and then poured into individual cups. A question I frequently hear when a restaurant server brings a small pot of water and a tea cup to the … Continue reading
Posted in Difficult Foods, Dining Etiquette, Dining Out, Etiquette Tips
Tagged afternoon tea, Dining Etiquette, high tea, Tea, tea bag, tea etiquette, tea pot, tea service
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Cocktail Napkins
A cocktail napkin is a small napkin usually made of paper but may be linen for more formal events. It is used to prevent drips from a glass and make holding a cold drink more pleasant so the condensation from … Continue reading
Should the Ring Be Returned if the Engagement is Broken?
If the woman breaks the engagement, she should return the engagement ring to her ex-fiance. If the man breaks the engagement, the woman may keep the ring. However, she may want to return the ring so it doesn’t remain a … Continue reading
Wedding Etiquette – Changing Names
It is not mandatory for a woman to take her husband’s name in marriage. It’s a personal choice. Ladies may choose to keep their maiden name, hyphenate their maiden name with their husband’s name or select an entirely different name. … Continue reading
Posted in Etiquette Tips, Wedding Etiquette
Tagged changing names, marriage, Wedding Etiquette
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Concert/Theater Courtesy
I attended a Christmas concert a few nights ago and was shocked at the inconsiderate behavior of the audience members. People stood up and walked around during the performance with no regard to other audience members or the performing group. … Continue reading
How to Handle Bullies – Etiquette for Children and Parents
To be a target of a bully can be a frightening experience for a child or teenager. A bully is most likely hoping to get this type of a response from their victim. It gives them a sense of power. … Continue reading
Posted in Childrens Etiquette, Etiquette Tips
Tagged being bullied, Bullies, how to deal with bullies, stop bullies
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Borrowing Items
When I sat down at my desk today, I intended to write an etiquette tip for children about borrowing. I observed an argument between two children yesterday fueled by one child borrowing an item from the other child without asking … Continue reading