Everyday Etiquette

Being Polite While Using Your Cell Phone

As a result of the tech-age we currently live in, a lot has changed when it comes to social interactions; however, some things should not change. Being polite during social interactions and being respectful to those around you should always be at the forefront of your mind. Seeing as we use technology, especially our cell… Continue reading Being Polite While Using Your Cell Phone

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A Terrific Hostess, Holiday Celebrations!

Handling Holiday Stress with Grace

As we shop for gifts, welcome houseguests, and prepare for parties and holiday meals, the joy of the holiday season has a tendency to also bring quite a lot of stress. While stress levels increase, our positive attitudes and mannerly ways often times decrease. This year, let's not have that happen! Here are some of… Continue reading Handling Holiday Stress with Grace

Travel Tips

The Do’s and Don’ts of Airplane Travel

Welcome to part two of my Travel Etiquette Mini Series. In my job I travel quite a bit and all my trips start and end the same way... at the airport. In part one I discussed my tips and tricks for airport etiquette, but what about actually being on the plane? Here are my thoughts… Continue reading The Do’s and Don’ts of Airplane Travel

Everyday Etiquette

How to Have a Friendly Debate

I recently had a difference of opinion on a "manners moment" with someone close to me. We both believed different actions should have been taken and that got us to talking about seeing other people's points of view. As a result, we had a casual, light-hearted banter to present our own viewpoint. After our discussion,… Continue reading How to Have a Friendly Debate

A Gracious Guest, Attending Events, Holiday Celebrations!

Going to the Theater!

I recently had the pleasure of attending the USO-Metro and Gary Sinise Foundation 2014 Holiday Concert for the Troops. The night was wonderful and the performances were truly amazing! With the Holiday Season upon us, I realized many people will be attending holiday concerts, plays, and musicals. The theater is traditionally known as a place… Continue reading Going to the Theater!

A Gracious Guest, A Terrific Hostess, Holiday Celebrations!

Happy Thanksgiving!

In the spirit of Thanksgiving, this week's post is about being thankful. I want to take the time to thank all my readers and followers for going on this blogging journey with me! To everyone who has commented, asked questions, and sent suggestions, thank you for participating in the fun and helping me to make… Continue reading Happy Thanksgiving!

Everyday Etiquette, Uncategorized

How to Be a Good Roommate

As part of Week 2 of The DC Ladies Blogtober, today's writing prompt is your "Favorite Back to School Memory." My mind immediately went to picking out my first day of school outfit, prepping my Lilly Pulitzer agenda, organizing all my school supplies, and anxiously reading through my syllabi. Those are certainly a few of my favorite… Continue reading How to Be a Good Roommate