Tag Archives: house guest
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
TOP 3 House Rules
House rule number 1: If you open it, close it. This one isn’t really an issue because I wouldn’t return anything to a cabinet or closet open unless it’s supposed to be. I am overzealous about the refrigerator and freezer doors, though. … Continue reading
House Rules
If you were to hang a list of rules in your home, what would they be? My rule for myself is to make my home feel warm, comfortable, and inviting, where everyone feels completely at ease. This one for the … Continue reading
Unwelcomed Family Vists
My younger cousin, “Thomas,” recently moved close enough to make visits between us possible. Thomas is married to a lovely woman. They’ve extended an invitation to me, my husband, and adult children, to come to their new place for dinner. … Continue reading
House Rules
Shoes on or shoes off. Toilet paper roll over or under? Taken together, the way we do things around the house changes how our home makes us- and our guest – feel. What is your number one house rule, or … Continue reading
Real Life of an MSW 