Thank you mother for your love and the positive influence you’ve been in my life.
From destination weddings to awkward family dinners, Mable can answer any questions on manners or etiquette you may have.
Learn What You Can at Home
With all this busyness, actively teaching our children basic manners or retouching on our own might have slipped by unnoticed.
Friendships
The beauty of this is that her mail is usually unexpected, making it an even more precious gift to receive.
Posture
Never have I been so conscious of the alignment of my spine!
All in a Shared Meal
As we sat at the table, we all commented on the increase in our appetites because of the display that was before us.
Is Chivalry Still Acceptable?
In my interactions with young adults, I have discovered a pressing desire to do the right thing socially.
9 Questions to Avoid
Not all questions are created equal.
George Washington’s Rules of Civility Today
It is believed that this etiquette manual was copied word-for-word by young Washington around the age of 16 to improve his penmanship.
Opened Doors
Good manners will open doors that the best education cannot.
Accidents Happen
What effect would it have on your relationship?
Talking on the Phone while Shopping
Conducting business on the phone when shopping is never a good practice.
Valentine
Charles - Duke of Orleans wrote the first recorded valentine poem, using the term Valentine in reference to his wife.
Restaurant Re-opening Etiquette
Remember, mistakes happen, especially during a re-opening.
Show Appreciation
We can be mindful of courtesies shown us by expressing our appreciation, rather than conveying entitlement.
Hygiene while driving?
Is that what the second cup holder is for?
The Art of Conversation
Think dancing with words.
Text Tone
Sometimes we want to be quick with our text message, which unfortunately can blur the intended tone.
Comfortable Etiquette
Then I noticed that I had done it again, jumping the queue in front of the same gentleman.
Resolutions
If we could state etiquette in its simplest form, it would be to not offend any more.
Virtual Christmas Dinner
There might be some in our framed festivity, who would rather not be asked to endure yet another digital occasion when actual togetherness is what they yearn for.