Etiquette - December 2006

Periodically he will go to Kinkos and have them bind little books of the stuff, which he gives to everyone he knows. It is really, really awful stuff.

I will say something like, "Thanks for sharing that with me, it was nice to get such a personal gift, and it looked really professional the way you had it bound and everything!" But inevitably I'm directly asked, "How did you like my poetry?"

I'm a terrible liar, even the "little white lies." I try to spin something positive-sounding that isn't a total lie, but I wind up stumbling and stuttering and, well, it doesn't sound so good.

Even if I straight-up lie and say it was great (which I can't do well), I know there will be tricky follow up questions about what I liked about it and which one I liked (and they're too awful to read them all). Any suggestions? I need a positive-sounding but evasive answer! (This is an adult, BTW)

2006-12-26 06:59:45 · 11 answers · asked by EQ 6

a mama's boy, whom if he is not center of attention, will disown you at the drop of a hat.

2006-12-26 06:27:17 · 19 answers · asked by missmurphy21 2

If it is derogatory, why use it at all?

Would you go to your friend and say, hey there stupid idiot, what's up?

I guess if you want others to stop saying it, then why not stop saying it yourself?

2006-12-26 06:20:50 · 7 answers · asked by Emperor Insania Says Bye! 5

we do have a dog and i feel if we buy thier kids a gift the least that they can do is give our dog a bone or somehitng

2006-12-26 06:06:40 · 15 answers · asked by gift 1

we do have a dog and i feel if we buy thier kids a gift the least that they can do is give our dog a bone or somehitng

2006-12-26 06:06:10 · 4 answers · asked by gift 1

wouldn't it make more sense to just read the directions?

2006-12-26 04:24:56 · 8 answers · asked by ? 4

2006-12-26 04:08:34 · 8 answers · asked by Anonymous

I've never been to one... Black formal attire?

2006-12-26 04:02:07 · 20 answers · asked by Anonymous

For example...Well, the rule of thumb on bad students in schools comes from bad parenting. (something like that)

2006-12-26 03:46:43 · 8 answers · asked by BL1957 3

I'm not a big fan of christmas for reasons (childhood)...anyway - the gift I received, I have no need for at all, what do I do? I would hate for it to sit in my closet and collect dust. I really don't want it, but don't want to hurt feelings? what should i do?

2006-12-26 03:20:19 · 14 answers · asked by not sure 1

My family had an over the top Christmas this year including ATV's, diamonds (large), and a new (used) truck for my 15 year old son. These gifts were from grandparents and in laws. How do I address the inevitable "What all did your family get for Christmas" question at work? I don't want it to seem like bragging. I'm very thankful for everything. How do I tell it gracefully or do I just say "Christmas was fine"? I absolutely hate people who try to outdo other people.

2006-12-26 03:14:30 · 11 answers · asked by ♥Pretty♥ ♥Kitty♥ 7

Are these considered racial slurs or merely humor?



coconut - Mexican who cannot speak spanish
oreo - a black person in touch with white people
twinkies - Asians with no Asian accent

2006-12-26 03:09:17 · 19 answers · asked by smilingontime 6

something else? i don't know where she bought it from. it's a foot soaker and massager and i will not have time to get any use out of it.

2006-12-26 03:07:41 · 10 answers · asked by katwoman0463 1

2006-12-26 02:37:29 · 32 answers · asked by Anonymous

one to which they can contribute any knowledge?

2006-12-26 02:05:31 · 12 answers · asked by Anonymous

My boyfriend and I have been dating for 7 months and we went to his mom's place for christmas dinner. She got me sterling silver earrings and a necklace with heart designs in them-very pretty! What should I write in a thankyou note to her, without sounding cheesy? I am also planning to put a picture of my boyfriend and I from Christmas in the card when I send it. Also, how do I end the note? Sincerly, Love,From, Best Regards??

2006-12-26 01:43:08 · 11 answers · asked by cutie pie 5

Don't you think that she deserves a real gift? What if she gave YOU a picture of herself instead of a nice gift?

2006-12-26 01:40:32 · 16 answers · asked by Anonymous

Does it matter if the person is married or not, and I'm single?
My female friend told me it is rude and said the friend seemed to really want to dance with me... so I did eventually join him, although by that time he was dancing with a married woman, so we danced in three. I just want to know the proper etiquette.

2006-12-26 00:27:06 · 23 answers · asked by Lilliana 5

2006-12-26 00:26:51 · 15 answers · asked by Anonymous

2006-12-26 00:19:44 · 14 answers · asked by beach bum 3

2006-12-26 00:16:09 · 9 answers · asked by raman 1

it's not the "whoa she is hot" kinda stare but one that feels (to me anw) sneaky and suspicious. oh, and it's just this one person.

2006-12-25 23:51:28 · 13 answers · asked by wanderlust789 1

He has to keep his self up at all time''s even if he doesn't feel like doing anything.

2006-12-25 23:48:20 · 11 answers · asked by double j 1

person is really hard to buy 4.just handing them $$ to me is a little tacky.returnable gift card would b perfect.

2006-12-25 23:20:31 · 7 answers · asked by mnegro@verizon.net 1

I am having a mattress set delivered today and a bed tomorrow, do I tip them both (both from different stores) and how much is acceptable?

2006-12-25 23:08:16 · 19 answers · asked by lana_zug_zug 2

I was at a wedding and a soap star was there. I'm on the bride's side, but the star was with the groom's side. Is it o.k. to go up to her and talk to her or just ignore her?

2006-12-25 23:00:16 · 10 answers · asked by teachread 2

I tell my old man we should just go on a wing and a prayer. We have enough to move and rent a place, and we have the worst neighbors in the whole world.When you are in a no win aituation, and people will not be fair and treat you right, and you see your kids being snubbed by other kids, cause their parents thnk your wierd, would not you kust say, "IM OUTTA HERE!"
My husband tells me all the time, "wherever you go there you are, but I want to be who I am somewhere else!!!
What would you do???

2006-12-25 20:59:46 · 13 answers · asked by wehweh 2

Tell me, in detail, I'd love to read your answer.

2006-12-25 18:30:28 · 12 answers · asked by Anonymous

2006-12-25 18:01:14 · 11 answers · asked by Anonymous

2006-12-25 17:31:52 · 12 answers · asked by Anonymous