Sometimes being polished is simply a matter of words - please and thank you.

My blood boils with the lack of manners expressed in our society these days, and not just from our youth.  This blog is based on the importance of etiquette, and us gals share fun hostess gift ideas and cute stationary options, all in the hopes of finding creative ways to showcase proper manners.  However, at the end of the day I don’t need a handwritten note expressing thanks (although I certainly love it) but a simple thank you said verbally or written in an email is perfectly acceptable.  It astonishes me how people forget, or worse, don’t even think to say the important words of please and thank you.

I have one good friend who, on any occasion will call the morning following any type of gathering to express her thanks and highlight the aspects of the evening she enjoyed.  A simple yet much appreciated gesture.  We all lead busy lives, so throwing together a dinner party or devoting time toward helping with a renovation project deserve at the very least proper acknowledgement. 

Then we have the importance of the word please.  This word should be used with husbands, Starbucks barristas, landscapers, grocery store clerks, taxi drivers, and anyone else who may cross your path.  It’s a must.  This word should also be included in emails, nobody wants to appear as though they are barking orders. 

If you’re reading this blog chances are you don’t need to be reminded to use these words.  You can merely take comfort in the fact that you’re not alone if the lack of manners drives you crazy.  I guess we all need to stick together to ensure we can leave a polished world for our children.

Thank you!