Why do Mothers of young children insist on talking about bodily functions and other self absorbed subjects that only another mother of a young child would be interested in talking about?
The irony here is that most mothers complain that all they talk about is children. These women need to read the news online. If they would only read the headlines that would be a tremendous improvement on their conversational capabilities. Maybe they could turn off the oldies for children CD or watch the news instead of Sprout and learn one new current fact. If that is too much then they could read a billboard or two as they are driving their child too and from daycare. Something is wrong when a Moms idea of entertainment is watching her 18 month old son attempt to sing Spiderman....
These young Mothers have a huge affect on our world. They are the main consumers of our economy and cultural contibutors...egad...we are in trouble. No wonder Disney has existed for almost a century...they appeal to these women who were once physicists, doctors, lawyers and artists.
Brainwashing is very bad manners.
Tuesday, June 30, 2009
Tuesday, June 23, 2009
Baby it's hot outside!
Oh I know some of you live in NYC where the weather has been less than summerlike, but down south it's hot. We've had record heat. Being uncomfortable is when people forget their manners and tempers flare! Try and remain cool. People often comment on the fact that I don't perspire...or dew, the correct term for a woman. It's because I mentally think I'm cool...a cocktail helps also.
Let's try and remember to keep our cool and be curteous of others so they'll be curteous to us. Don't push or shove, don't snipe or snicker...smile. Think of a nice place, or a nice person. It'll show on your face and then others will treat you accordingly. But remember to pay attention, don't go off in La La land, people get annoyed if they ask you the same question three times...I know from experience.
Have a wonderful day and remember your manners! Check out my tweet at: amandasmanners or facebook me at: facebook/amandapipersmith.
Let's try and remember to keep our cool and be curteous of others so they'll be curteous to us. Don't push or shove, don't snipe or snicker...smile. Think of a nice place, or a nice person. It'll show on your face and then others will treat you accordingly. But remember to pay attention, don't go off in La La land, people get annoyed if they ask you the same question three times...I know from experience.
Have a wonderful day and remember your manners! Check out my tweet at: amandasmanners or facebook me at: facebook/amandapipersmith.
Monday, June 22, 2009
manners for everyday situations
I posted a video link for arm wrestling etiquette, I figure that all of my darling followers should be prepared for any and everything...isn't that some rule of boyscouting...it's a good one anyway. Check it out on my twitter: amandasmanners or become a friend on Facebook/amandapipersmith.
I am getting a bit dismayed at the assortment of etiquette videos out there and thinking I may have to start making my own. Some of the people take themselves so seriously and frankly do not have a clue as too what they are talking about!
Not everyone knows about etiquette. Just because you marry someone whose family has bought a title, doesn't mean you know about etiquette! Etiquette is like style, some of it can be learned, but most of it comes from the within...your source.
That said, do not be fooled by imitation....Amanda Piper-Smith is unequivically the 'real deal'.
Questions.....bring them on!
I am getting a bit dismayed at the assortment of etiquette videos out there and thinking I may have to start making my own. Some of the people take themselves so seriously and frankly do not have a clue as too what they are talking about!
Not everyone knows about etiquette. Just because you marry someone whose family has bought a title, doesn't mean you know about etiquette! Etiquette is like style, some of it can be learned, but most of it comes from the within...your source.
That said, do not be fooled by imitation....Amanda Piper-Smith is unequivically the 'real deal'.
Questions.....bring them on!
Sunday, June 21, 2009
Manners for Father's Day
It's Father's Day....I couldn't find any etiquette videos to post on my twitter or Facebook page, so I posted the amazing video of the Professor's Last Lecture on twitter...amandasmanners. If you haven't seen it, go to youtube and watch. If you can't be with your Dad today for whatever reason, it's a good thing to watch.
I hope everyone called or sent their Father a card or note to remind him you're thinking of him. Also, if there is a special man in your life that has helped you like a father you should let him know. Sometimes friends and uncles can be more helpful than our father or make more of an impact upon our lives.
Even if you don't have a good relationship or a relationship at all, your Father is your Father. Maybe he has wished at times things could be different between you. It doesn't matter who makes the first step...it's that a step was taken. You don't ever want to regret not making an effort. Life is very short.
Happy Father's Day to all those men out there who make a difference. You are loved.
I hope everyone called or sent their Father a card or note to remind him you're thinking of him. Also, if there is a special man in your life that has helped you like a father you should let him know. Sometimes friends and uncles can be more helpful than our father or make more of an impact upon our lives.
Even if you don't have a good relationship or a relationship at all, your Father is your Father. Maybe he has wished at times things could be different between you. It doesn't matter who makes the first step...it's that a step was taken. You don't ever want to regret not making an effort. Life is very short.
Happy Father's Day to all those men out there who make a difference. You are loved.
Friday, June 19, 2009
Manners for Friday
It's Friday! Everyone is usually high energy and ready for the weekend for downtime. Hense the coined acronym TGIF...good gosh, they even named a restaurant for it. If you check out my tweet at amandasmanners or my facebook page, amandapipersmith, then you'll see a hilarious video that gets my point across.
Remember be polite and treat people as you would like to be treated. You will be amazed at how good life becomes.
Remember be polite and treat people as you would like to be treated. You will be amazed at how good life becomes.
Wednesday, June 17, 2009
manners for everyday people for everyday situations
I just posted a new video link on my facebook page: facebook/amandapipersmith and on my twitter: amandasmanners regarding personal space.
I feel these days with an obvious lack of manners and a pandemic amidst us personal space is important. Manners, are about respect and consideration for people. With manners one can navigate through even the most arduous confrontations.
Some basics: Men do not extend your hand to shake to a woman. Only if a woman extends her hand to you should you shake it. Never shake hands with gloves on, unless in Antarctica or a similar cold climate, but then it could be frowned upon. Do as the natives.
No, you do not have to kiss to greet people and frankly I don't think we should be going around kissing everyone willy nilly. When someone zooms in on me to kiss on the lips that I do not want to kiss on the lips, I turn my head at the last minute so at the worst they kiss my cheek. Please do not lick your lips before kissing a hello. It may make them look attractive, but usually leaves slobber all over the other's cheek and I can say from experience is VERY distasteful. Usually older women do this, I do not know why.
If someone extends their hand to you, but for medical reasons you cannot accept the handshake then by all means a simple declaration of, unfortunately I have arthritis or a medical condition that forbids me to handshake, or causes me great pain to handshake. Frankly, I've wanted to use this when wearing rings and a man with a huge ham hock grabs my hand and pumps it like an over zealous politician! Ouch...do not crush the other's hand it is not a competition, nor leave your hand limp like a dead fish...practice until you get it right. Teach your children or neighbors children to shake hands.
And remember let's be mindful of others. After all manners is about communication.
I feel these days with an obvious lack of manners and a pandemic amidst us personal space is important. Manners, are about respect and consideration for people. With manners one can navigate through even the most arduous confrontations.
Some basics: Men do not extend your hand to shake to a woman. Only if a woman extends her hand to you should you shake it. Never shake hands with gloves on, unless in Antarctica or a similar cold climate, but then it could be frowned upon. Do as the natives.
No, you do not have to kiss to greet people and frankly I don't think we should be going around kissing everyone willy nilly. When someone zooms in on me to kiss on the lips that I do not want to kiss on the lips, I turn my head at the last minute so at the worst they kiss my cheek. Please do not lick your lips before kissing a hello. It may make them look attractive, but usually leaves slobber all over the other's cheek and I can say from experience is VERY distasteful. Usually older women do this, I do not know why.
If someone extends their hand to you, but for medical reasons you cannot accept the handshake then by all means a simple declaration of, unfortunately I have arthritis or a medical condition that forbids me to handshake, or causes me great pain to handshake. Frankly, I've wanted to use this when wearing rings and a man with a huge ham hock grabs my hand and pumps it like an over zealous politician! Ouch...do not crush the other's hand it is not a competition, nor leave your hand limp like a dead fish...practice until you get it right. Teach your children or neighbors children to shake hands.
And remember let's be mindful of others. After all manners is about communication.
Monday, June 15, 2009
everyday etiquette for everyday situations
Yes, there is proper etiquette for using the urinal. I have posted this very informative video on tweet at amandasmanners.
For those of you that do not know the difference, etiquette is the rules for proper behavior and manners is the cultural adjustment. Manners is about being respectful to the situation you are in. For instance it is very BAD manners to point out a breach of etiquette. If you are in France, behave as those who live in France do...try and assimilate and be aware of your host albeit a country or person's etiquette. For some cultures it's perfectly acceptable to burp after a meal, in fact it's required, luckily I've never been to one of those places...I'd have to drink a lot of root beer.
Ask me a question about etiquette or manners and see if you can be the first to stump me.
For those of you that do not know the difference, etiquette is the rules for proper behavior and manners is the cultural adjustment. Manners is about being respectful to the situation you are in. For instance it is very BAD manners to point out a breach of etiquette. If you are in France, behave as those who live in France do...try and assimilate and be aware of your host albeit a country or person's etiquette. For some cultures it's perfectly acceptable to burp after a meal, in fact it's required, luckily I've never been to one of those places...I'd have to drink a lot of root beer.
Ask me a question about etiquette or manners and see if you can be the first to stump me.
Sunday, June 14, 2009
manners for everyday situations
My recent column in Solares Hill focused on Library manners. Check it out by going online. I know you'll learn something.
Manners are important everywhere you go. Having manners portrays someone who is considerate to think of the other person. It doesn't mean you have to give up who you are and what you believe, in fact if anything, manners give you a stronger platform to build upon. You know the old saying you can catch more flies with honey than with vinegar...it's true. Manners is about communication. No one wants your ideas jammed down their throats, even if you ask for their advice. The point is to be courteous and honest. If you can't say something nice then don't say it all...unless you need to tell someone something that will forewarn them or protect them...I'll focus on communicating honestly on my next guest appearance on KONK 1630am radio on Wednesday at 9:30. You can listen online.
Until then, if you have any questions or comments, let me know. My e-mail address is: amandapipersmith@aol.com or tweet me at: amandasmanners or make a new friend and facebook me.
Manners are important everywhere you go. Having manners portrays someone who is considerate to think of the other person. It doesn't mean you have to give up who you are and what you believe, in fact if anything, manners give you a stronger platform to build upon. You know the old saying you can catch more flies with honey than with vinegar...it's true. Manners is about communication. No one wants your ideas jammed down their throats, even if you ask for their advice. The point is to be courteous and honest. If you can't say something nice then don't say it all...unless you need to tell someone something that will forewarn them or protect them...I'll focus on communicating honestly on my next guest appearance on KONK 1630am radio on Wednesday at 9:30. You can listen online.
Until then, if you have any questions or comments, let me know. My e-mail address is: amandapipersmith@aol.com or tweet me at: amandasmanners or make a new friend and facebook me.
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