Etiquette - August 2007

The last time my friends relations came to visit they asked him to collect them from the airport - a 2 .5 hour drive from where he lives meaning a 5 hour round trip for him. I work about a half hour drive from the airport and make the 2.5 hour drive to our home town at weekends so I offered to collect the visitors. They told me their flight was in at 7.30 pm but they made a mistake and it wasn't in until almost 10 pm which meant I didnt get home until well after midnight. They never apologised for making me wait nor offered me any token of appreciation (this trip was an extra hour's drive for me).

They are coming over again this weekend and have hinted at getting a lift with me again. I'd rather get home much earlier on a Friday night to go out with my friends and besides I think they were rude so why they hell should I put myself out for them. However, if I dont collect them, my friend will have to do the 5 hr journey as busses stop at 8pm.

What would you do ?

2007-08-08 05:17:39 · 34 answers · asked by Anonymous

Why don't they bring a bag with them and pick it up? I don't let my family members **** in the neighbors yard. Why do people let their family dog **** in mine?

2007-08-08 04:51:00 · 7 answers · asked by Anonymous

how much should you tip your hairdresser? Is there a certain percentage etc that is the norm'?

2007-08-08 04:21:22 · 24 answers · asked by A 2

I have a friend who can't seem to deal with someone talking about anyone other than her. If a topic comes up, she's the first to cut someone off and start a running commentary about her doing/experiencing the same thing, etc. She's otherwise a nice person but can't seem to stop talking about herself/her kids/etc. whenever other people are around.

If there's a polite way to deal with someone who's that self-centered, how to go about it? (She doesn't do it when it's one-on-one conversations; only in a group.)

2007-08-08 04:07:20 · 7 answers · asked by JC 4

I find it disgusting. But how about you?

2007-08-08 04:03:50 · 7 answers · asked by Anonymous

I'm a mom. I would NEVER take my kids to a nice restaurant at night if they couldn't behave. (Family restaurants are fair game.) Why would I waste my money and ruin everyone else's dinner? Also, if I pay for a babysitter to have peace and quiet with my husband why should I have to eat my dinner listening to little Joey antagonize his sister? Anyone else agree?

2007-08-08 03:54:21 · 23 answers · asked by Anonymous

An illusion that will never be buildable?

2007-08-08 03:44:40 · 5 answers · asked by Link , Padawan of Yoda 5

1. Mormon

2. Baptist

3. Liberal

4. Conservatives

5. KKK

6. Gay

7. rich

8. poor

9. Christians

10. Jews

2007-08-08 03:27:38 · 5 answers · asked by Anonymous

2007-08-08 03:16:49 · 18 answers · asked by indie9999 2

I just moved into my new place recently and noticed that my roommate has been drinking my beverages. Normally I would not have a problem with this, had they asked me first, however I am on a really tight budget and can't afford to share my food. Plus I work long days so I dont' have time to grocery shop all the time so when I come home I want to have my food intact. For example, I bought a case of 24 water bottles. This morning I woke up with killer cramps but had no water left to take my Ibuprofren with and therefore am in a lot of pain! My roommate is a nice person so I don't want to start things off on the wrong foot....help!

2007-08-08 02:51:06 · 15 answers · asked by Anonymous

2007-08-08 01:15:17 · 40 answers · asked by Link , Padawan of Yoda 5

today i was happy went to post office to post a parcel the woman behind counter has never liked me and every week I get the odd comment but rise above it, today she was squashing the parcel and tearing the packaging so I said nicley, if you turn it round the other way ill be able to take hold of it, next minute she went mentle dont you talk to me like that dont know who you think you are then she slammed the door throwing the parcel at me then opened the door and slammed it agai, (the small one at the counter) honestly if my hand had been there shed have broke my wrist, the queue behind were all in shock at her, she kept goping on and on shouting I said can we just post this parcel please, still she went on so i said look you donr like me I dont like you, I put up with this every week off you dont know what I have ever done to you, still she went on, i was calm as she saw i wasnt going to get mad she took parcel and gave me my change, I do look quiet, dont look my age im 50 but this??

2007-08-08 00:52:20 · 14 answers · asked by ♥**•.¸¸verbalkint♥**•.¸¸ 7

are you supposed to stop? What is the rule of thumb on this?

2007-08-08 00:49:27 · 25 answers · asked by Jazzy, I Miss U Love! 6

A GOOD spray of gas feels good comin out and sounds cool, why make it look like a mistake? enjoy people's reactions, I say.

2007-08-07 22:45:14 · 5 answers · asked by navyservant 1

on one hand whole world is united standing against smoking, and practically all country has banned smoking in public places and so india also. censor board has banned smoking in film also. so question does not arise to allow him. and in eye of law all human beings are equal. by not allowing him smoking , drinks and drugs , he will quit all these habits which will be benefiscial for him to improve his image ,also for his health also and for his family also.

2007-08-07 21:56:38 · 8 answers · asked by fantoosh 2

do i have to include a returning address when i mail someone something? is it the law or something? what if i write the address say from Canada and the post office i go to obviously in is America, will they care?

2007-08-07 21:51:15 · 6 answers · asked by Anonymous

But she asked what I had against Chistainity. I was answering her question honestly.. but I didn't mean to attack her. Should I have lied?

2007-08-07 19:51:41 · 10 answers · asked by Anonymous

I'm 18 years old, and I finally have time to get a job. Unfortunately, I'm not quite sure what to do. My friend told me that there is a job opening where he works (Hallmark) and i'm going to go there tommorow. Is it rude to go right up to the manager and say " My friend told me that there is a job opening" or " Are you hiring?". Do you have any tips for this sort of situation?

Or am I just thinking too much into it?.

2007-08-07 18:25:32 · 5 answers · asked by Mooneh 1

I offered to write the addresses on wedding invitations for an acquaintance (I have calligraphy-like penmanship) because I like doing it and because I think she is a really nice person. We never discussed money for me doing the invitations but I did make it clear that I really like doing it and I wanted to and that it was a favor...I also said that I wasn't expecting to be invited to the wedding just because I was going to do the addresses either...it was all said very lightly and we laughed and she said that whe would like me to do them for her. I dropped the envelopes off to her today and she handed me a thank you note and it had $100 in it. It took me off guard as I did not expect anything for what I did...I just wanted her to like them. I refused the money and gave it back to her...after a couple of times trying to give it back to me she finally stopped. I felt like crying. What I wonder is...should she have put money in the card? Would something else have been more appropriate?

2007-08-07 17:13:21 · 12 answers · asked by DeborahDel 6

2007-08-07 17:07:35 · 26 answers · asked by embroidery fan 7

I was in a grumpy mood. I had a bad day at work, on my drive home I got cut off several times in traffic, i was starving as I hadn't eaten all day, and as I was going to park in my apartment complex a family was driving extremely slow in front of me. They moved off to the left and just sat there for awhile. I assumed they were waiting on someone. I attempted to drive by, but they honked. So, I stopped. Then they turned on their blinker, but still sat there. So, I went ahead and drove on by quickly as it didn't seem they knew what the hell they were doing. I got out of my car and they parked a few spots over. A guy about my age and his parents got out. The father said something to me, but I couldn't hear what he said. I asked and his son said you need to slow it down, punk. Already not feeling good and naturally sarcastic, I told him who are you calling punk, chief? He started walking toward me, but his mom said no, and started yelling at me, telling me I was a jerk. I just went inside.

2007-08-07 15:01:41 · 14 answers · asked by Will 1

Quite a few people have come up and said I have a beautiful singing voice to join the church choir. (at least 7 people on different occasions)

When I sing at home, my mother says I sing terribly like I am crying. My own mother mind you. Now, I am feeling insecure. Who should I believe?

2007-08-07 14:14:26 · 20 answers · asked by Born Valentine's Day 5

I've seen two questions already tonight that say "A star for this would be really nice." That's like when people fish for compliments! "Don't you like my new haircut.."? Argh! Knock it off!

2007-08-07 14:05:57 · 21 answers · asked by Amanda L 3

I get very tired of people trying to shove their beliefs down my throat. Just because your not like them does not mean you are a "witch" or less than, as they'd have you to believe.

2007-08-07 14:04:30 · 10 answers · asked by JTS 1

Is it just me, or is the pop culture of today completely dumb downed? Every time I turn on the TV, it seems that the programming is nothing but reality TV with crazy twists and turns that showcase some sort of nudity or unbecoming behavior. And, I'm not talking about the movie channels! Even the game shows are turning for the worst.

I don't want to seem self-righteous..i'm so far from it...but it just seems like the entertainment industry is just going to the dogs FAST! For example, I was listening to a commerical about a game show...and the host asked the question, "What do you think your friends call your genetalia behind your back..?" Or something like that. I was completely appauled.

I must be honest, I watch porn, too. But, when I watch it, I CHOOSE to watch it. I don't want to be shocked by it on my regular tv channels. All this nudity, absurb language, it's just too much. No wonder our schools are in a mess. Kids can't wait to get home.WHAT DO YOU ALL THINK?

2007-08-07 13:01:41 · 8 answers · asked by Anonymous

Yesterday at work we had a security issue and there are no security procedures in place at the moment which is the resposibility of the business. I work at a front desk where I could have been in a really threating situation as customers were coming in I felt like I had an obligation to protect them too. After pressing the duress button and no one responding I went to walk out and noticed about 8 staff watching through the window in the door to see what would happen. I was concerned about the staff member that was being abused and threatened and the customers coming in.
It wasn't until last night it hit me hard and I thought it could have been me and what if he had a gun?
I don't want to sound like a sook but I'm really upset and hadn't shut my eyes all night last night and I'm 22 weeks pregnant.
Do you think it's time to get over myself and say it's the past or go home and take it easy?

2007-08-07 12:47:35 · 4 answers · asked by Nicky 3

we both live in other countries and have been organising the hensparty through email. Today I got an email that was send by the other bridesmaid addressed to myself, brides mother and the grooms sister with completely different venue, theme and date. I wasnt even consulted on any thing. We had other arrangements made before this. What should I do?

2007-08-07 12:23:35 · 15 answers · asked by Buzzer4 3

Do you put the roll in the dispenser so that the paper comes off the front or from behind?

2007-08-07 11:59:23 · 12 answers · asked by Matt 6

2007-08-07 11:56:19 · 15 answers · asked by Anonymous

For my 14th birthday party, is it OK to include a RSVP or reply card instead of a phone number? Would a phone number be better? How could I word the reply card? It is a beach bash and bonfire with a sleepover. Thanks.

2007-08-07 11:44:17 · 23 answers · asked by anonymous 4