family · friendship

Do I care if you made that??

Sometimes when other people make things, it is such a great accomplishment that our manners are not an issue: Of course we compliment them and honor the creation. But sometimes, the creation falls far short of magnificent, and it is important here to value the creator, even if the creation seems substandard in our perspective.… Continue reading Do I care if you made that??

family · friendship

Can’t Mom just have one minute with her friend!?!

When Mom finally gets a chance to sit down and catch up with a friend, and when Dad tries to handle an important phone call, because the children won’t stop interrupting, the call and the visit are spoiled. But well-mannered children are able to wait their turns and let their parents pleasantly and successfully attend… Continue reading Can’t Mom just have one minute with her friend!?!