It was 51 degrees on Saturday here in Maine and it made everyone flock to the outdoors. We visited one of many favorite spots on the ocean near Freeport, home of L.L. Bean. It is a state park called Wolfe’s Neck. We always… Read More
list of manner mantras for children
February 27, 2009 By 8 Comments
There are a few phrases that I have used over the years that make me stop and think. They are the ones that my parents said to me or that I heard from teachers, but take on a deeper meaning now with my… Read More
list of manners children should be encouraged to use at home
February 25, 2009 By 3 Comments
Home should be a safe environment. Children and parents should be allowed to let down their guard and be themselves. However, there are still behaviors that should be encouraged and even expected while in the confines of the family home. Never expect someone… Read More
list of manners children should be taught for public places
February 23, 2009 By 4 Comments
Whether it is a trip to the grocery store, school, or even a playground, it is important that while children are allowed to be children, that they have an understanding of what it takes to be polite in public. One thing I have… Read More
list of table manners that every child should be taught
February 20, 2009 By 5 Comments
I am not from the South. The manners and etiquette there seem to come second nature to many people. I am from Kansas, where people are polite, but no-nonsense. I had the pleasure recently of conversing with someone from Alabama and she gave… Read More
