It seems that courtesy is a forgotten art. People don't care about much, but their own satisfaction. Caring for others is too much of an inconvenience and a waste of time it seems.
I try to be corteous, and it does work, usually. At least the people around me are happy to see me, because I try to curb the negativity.
However...I do have some family members that like to goof around with me. We may curse each other, and pick on each other, but we know that it's all in jest and fun. But we are sure to make it known that it is play time when we do it.
2007-03-15 14:21:02
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answered by Anonymous
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Well, ma'am, it depends. We say "ma'am" and "sir" a lot here in North Carolina. Doesn't make us any more polite than anyone else, but it sort of greases the social wheel, so to speak.
Manners in general have taken a dive. There is absolutely no reason in the world to keep cellphones on in doctors' offices, theaters, restaurants, job interviews, etc. but people do. And have you had the dubious pleasure yet of having someone answer one of your questions in YA with foul language? Emily Post, where have you gone?
2007-03-15 21:21:59
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answered by Anonymous
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I was raised in the south and was taught to address adults as "sir" and "ma'am." It was expected. Then I moved to the East Coast and people laughed at me when I said "sir" and "ma'am." I still say it -- it's a reflex.
2007-03-15 23:44:45
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answered by meatpiemum 4
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Yes, we should Sir and Ma'am. And we should not call each other by our first names in front of kids. Refer to each other as Mrs. Smith or Mr. Jones.
2007-03-15 21:31:29
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answered by JD 4
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A lot of common courtesy has been lost over the decades. It is a real shame but for the few of us who still practice good manners, hopefully it will rub off on others.
2007-03-15 21:36:35
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answered by Lov'n IT! 7
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Good manners are a turn on to most women.Bosses love them.Grandparents go crazy over them.And parents feel so proud of the job they have done.
The Military demands them.<><
2007-03-15 21:18:22
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answered by funnana 6
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I was taught good manners at an early age and they were enforced at all times. Soon it just came naturally. The more respectful you are, the more respect you will get in return.
2007-03-15 21:26:51
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answered by putzer 4
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not to sir the only time i use it is if im being sarcastic has he been knighted probably not aint no different to me and you so i aint putting him on no pedastal
2007-03-16 08:28:22
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answered by arniesmum 5
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