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Mamas Don’t Let Your Babies Grow up to be Clods!

I live in a community that is known for its beautiful scenery, slow living pace and romance. We are not known for our great customer service, and I can see that we’re really not putting our best foot forward.Every summer my grandson comes to stay with me to take a two-week swimming class at the local pool.  Last year I was somewhat surprised when one of the moms offered me her seat. I have to confess that on the one hand I was delighted with her manners, on the other I felt like my middle age was showing.

This year it’s a whole new story. Several times this week, tweens (under 14) were sitting in the seats at the pool while other parents stood by. And this morning a man kept his seat while a woman rose to offer me hers.  I guess her mother taught her about good manners.

While I am delighted we are known for romance. It would also be wonderful if we were known for our manners and great customer service.

How can you do that?  By having awareness and showing courtesy to those around you—no matter how old you are. And a note to the moms: If you don’t see it, we sure can’t expect it from your children.

The fact of the matter is this: Common manners aren’t so common anymore.

What about you? Have you been in situation where you found yourself surprised by someone’s lack of courtesy?

Share in the comments below!

Posted by Margaret in Everyday Etiquette and tagged first impressions, manners, good manners, Gain Confidence, Class and Communication Skills with Etiquette Products.