Tag Archives: etiquette
To tip or not to tip
“Tips to counter help — don’t! No matter how sad … they get or no matter the revenge the next time they see your cheap face, no tips to counter staff who turn around, pick a bagel, put it in … Continue reading
Real Life Rants
RANT to the woman at a supermarket whose dog was barking at shoppers. I overheard you say it was a service dog. Trained service dogs don’t bark and cause fear and stress for those around you. Please get your dog trained … Continue reading
Party task
What can I do to help?…i do Post-it notes, like ‘Fill the glasses with ice,’ ‘Light the candles,’” and I put them on the cabinet above my kitchen counter,” she said. “Then I put out the salad bowl with the … Continue reading
Going back to my maiden name
My dilemma is about Christmas cards. I am separated from my husband of 25 years, and while it’s mostly amicable, I feel disingenuous including him on the card this year. Our divorce will be final less than a month after … Continue reading
The Signal
When the host says you can make yourself at home, it signals that you can fend for yourself. This means you don’t need to ask for a drink of water. However, you should tidy up after yourself and can even … Continue reading
Real Life of an MSW 