Etiquette - March 2007

I can appreciate the practicality of messaging someone once or twice, but holding a whole back-and-forth conversation via thumb-typing?

2007-03-22 10:13:49 · 13 answers · asked by magistra_linguae 6

Let's say, hypothetically speaking, that your parent, child, spouse, or significant other confided in you with a confession to killing another person but insist they did so out of self-defense.

At this point, they are not a suspect, and probably won't be. Aside from you, no one knows.

If you report them, you will certainly protect yourself, but there's a good chance they will be convicted of murder and sent to prison.

Would you keep their secret? Do they have a right to expect that you will protect them unconditionally? Or do you have a greater responsibility to society... and to the family of the slain?

2007-03-22 10:04:37 · 9 answers · asked by Anonymous

SO my boyfriend Graduated this week from college with his B.A. I want to get him something nice, would do you suggest? Keep in mind, I'm young, Im working and have SOOO many bills to pay. I don't have to much money, PLUS his birthday is coming up.... SO I don't want it to be huge.

Any suggestions on the perfect graduation present?

2007-03-22 10:00:15 · 5 answers · asked by Anonymous

So I'm a freshman and my boyfriend is a junior and he's taking me to prom. I don't know what to do for the boutonniere. My parents told me to just get one, but i've had people tell me to ask what color and type or corsage he's going to get me. What do i do?

2007-03-22 09:53:55 · 7 answers · asked by Keyleigh 2

2007-03-22 09:53:11 · 8 answers · asked by : 6

im just not sure i have an idea what it is but i want to know your opinion

2007-03-22 09:48:33 · 20 answers · asked by Ricky E 2

go "dutch".

2007-03-22 09:38:01 · 10 answers · asked by bella 2

I was talking with a neighbor today, and she asked my 5 year old daughter was she talking in school yet. And I said no, but when she gets home she she talks alot. I also said that my daughter was just "fronting". And my neighbor replied " Aren't we all?" What do you think she meant?

2007-03-22 09:19:53 · 2 answers · asked by Tonya W 6

I don't mean to sound judgemental... it's not the style of her clothing that's the problem, I honestly don't care what she wears. It's probably the sizing. She's of medium build, with larger bone structure, but every shirt she owns shows her rather large midsection. And ill-fitting pants give her 2 waists, esp when she cinches with a belt.
I think she's a wonderful person, but she looks awful.
Is it better to keep one's trap shut and let them continue in the world with their bellies hanging out? Or should a friend politely suggest a fashion alternative? How does one do this without insulting/losing a friend?

2007-03-22 09:01:30 · 13 answers · asked by Anonymous

I was supposed to have a meeting with a certain person today and she called in sick to say she has to go home and can't make it. She wants to set up an appointment for next week. I only know her work phone, which means I can't reach her anyway. Should I just call her secretary?
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2007-03-22 08:57:52 · 6 answers · asked by Anonymous

My cousin is graduating high school in a month or so and I need some ideas on what to ger her, Cost wise anything under $200.

2007-03-22 08:52:44 · 12 answers · asked by Weevil 2

2007-03-22 08:51:16 · 13 answers · asked by goldynchyld24 1

is sitting with your hand down your pants/trousers comforting?If it's not for comfort purposes why do you do it?

2007-03-22 08:49:31 · 28 answers · asked by truth_and_time_tells_all 6

My husband and I work at the same company. Husband is on travel and is very busy. A co-worker wants his cell phone number so he can talk to him about a project they are working on here.

My husband and I do not want to give our cell phone number out to co-workers. We pay for the phone and the service ourselves, and we use it for personal calls and our own convenience. We don't want people at work to have the number, because some of the people don't understand boundaries between work and personal life and would call evenings, mornings, weekends if they could.

I have told this co-worker politely three times now that I have told my husband to call him. Co-worker doesn't seem to get the point that my husband knows co-worker wants to call him, has co-workers phone number at work, and if he hasn't returned the call it's because he's busy. Any advice?

2007-03-22 08:41:55 · 14 answers · asked by Karin C 6

We had this discussion at work today about bathroom ettiquette. If the urge comes upon you..do you do number two at work? Or do you go home?

2007-03-22 08:27:02 · 23 answers · asked by Pepper 6

2007-03-22 08:17:07 · 12 answers · asked by Anonymous

I have to come up with a quick "Christmas Gift" A friend I haven't seen in a while is coming for a visit and said she still has my X-mas gift.I didn't expect this I don't want her to come and I am empty handed. Any ideas for something quick and cheap! Is there something I can but now to look like I gotit at X-mas time?

2007-03-22 08:07:20 · 9 answers · asked by mars1021 2

Or is the rest of the general populace just phookin' stupid?

2007-03-22 07:59:03 · 19 answers · asked by squirephlem 1

Why are some of you friggen so RUDE!!!!!

Get a LIFE REALLY>>>>> to all the others out there, that use this the same as me for enjoyment, pass time or really just for answers etc... continue what you do you make it pleasurable. For all the other's please fish in someone elses pond for your two points. I will just give you a thumbs down rating...so scrap for your one point then.

2007-03-22 07:36:20 · 5 answers · asked by pattiof 4

2007-03-22 07:34:05 · 34 answers · asked by chinucho25 2

I am an administrative assistant. I've been at this job for four months and so far I think I've done pretty well.

Today, right as I walked in the door, my boss took one look at me and said, right in front of everyone there, "I want to talk to you. I thought I told you to send an email to so-and-so about the meeting change. He says he didn't get it and he drove 50 miles down here yesterday and we weren't even here." I tried to explain that I had contacted him, but my boss just walked away rolling her eyes. Her attitude was clearly, "I'll deal with you later."

I went to my desk and pulled up the email that I had sent to him. I also hadn't deleted most stuff out of my inbox and found an email that he sent me back confirming he could attend on the new date!

I showed it to my boss and all she said was, "Oh, well," and walked away. No apology or anything.

I'm still working as a temp, but this is the third time something like this has happened. Should I stay or should I get out now?

2007-03-22 06:55:36 · 27 answers · asked by trekkiebear 2

Have you ever been rude to your server at a restaurant, whether it be fast food, sit down, or other? If so, why? I am asking because sometimes those of us who have that job are left in awe of how rude some guests can be, especially when we did everything we could to ensure them a nice stay at our establishment. Have you ever been rude and then regretted it later because you knew you were wrong or overreacted?

2007-03-22 06:47:38 · 26 answers · asked by starlight_940 4

2007-03-22 06:39:32 · 8 answers · asked by barefoottngirl 1

I work at a restaurant that is considered to be convenience food, not fast food. Most everything is done on a make to order basis. So although you will get your food faster than in a sit down restaurant (we do have guest sit down and we bring it out to them), it still takes longer than McDonald's.
So there are always guests who want you to be able to get their order as fast as they can order it. Even when you explain to them that their food is being made fresh. So do you prefer to get your order as quicky as possible or would you rather know that you are getting a nice, hot, fresh sandwich that might take a little longer to make?

2007-03-22 06:36:23 · 14 answers · asked by starlight_940 4

I rent an apt in a not very classy building. Just moving in, the super replaced a deadbolt lock that was painted over and wouldnt work (ie, should've been done before, without my asking!) It took him about 15 min, and when he was leaving he sort of stalled and then asked me what I was paying per month....Weird, right?
Asking my friend who owns a apt in a much nicer neighborhood, she said I should tipped between $10-15! Another friend who owned said she just gave a nice chunk at Christmas or something...

Does the level of luxury within your building dictate how or if you tip??? Serious answers only, please!

2007-03-22 06:23:24 · 8 answers · asked by lizbuck380 1

I went shopping the other day & the cashier said "Hi!! How are you??" I told him the truth that I felt Tired & Crappy & he said he didn't really want to know....So WHY do they ask???
I told him the truth!!! Should you tell the truth when they ask, of just say "OK" even if my day sucked???

2007-03-22 06:14:07 · 16 answers · asked by Catcanscratch 5

Is it a matter of being the person that you want others to see you as? Be the person you want to be seen as reguardless of whether you are misunderstood or not?

2007-03-22 06:05:42 · 3 answers · asked by ssc23b9d 1

the same couple of workers when I notice it ...

What should I do about it? (Besides tell them no sugar and add it myself later - that's their job to add the sugar, not mine!)

I have spoken to managers already but it keeps happening and the kids act all innocent.

Should I egg their cars in the parking lot?

Pour bags of salt on their cars?

Any other ideas?

2007-03-22 05:50:53 · 5 answers · asked by Reserved 6

I have a coworker whose work is sub-standard. When questioned about things she did wrong, she always covers it up by lying and making up excuses. Isn't there a word for someone like this?

2007-03-22 05:22:38 · 23 answers · asked by pacshore 2

I have a bad habit of moving my hands while talking. I dont know what kind of impression it gives to the listener but i personally feel that it is not a good thing & specially from interview point of view. Some of my friends say that it seems as if i m trying to dominate them through my actions..... Pls give some tips on body language!!!

2007-03-22 04:59:39 · 4 answers · asked by Tanya S 3