Grounded as it is in timeless principles, etiquette enables us to face whatever the future may bring with strength of character and integrity. This ever-adaptive code of behavior also allows us to be flexible enough to respect those whose beliefs …
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Why Etiquette Matters
It’s Party Time!!
It’s all a matter of perspective: your fabulous party with the awesome music could be your neighbors’ nightmare. Many buildings and parishes have noise restrictions or ordinances that address not just the times but the decibel levels as well.
It’s …
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It’s easy to lose track of what you’re spending when the cash is flowing out fast and furiously. But this worksheet can make money matters much easier to manage. It’s got every detail covered, complete with columns to list your …
More →Different Types of Wedding Processionals
The order of wedding processionals follows a general pattern, but varies according to religious traditions.
Catholic Wedding Processional
The priest, groom, and best man enter through a side door and wait at the altar.
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The groomsmen and bridesmaids walk …What Information is Required on a Wedding Invitation or Announcement
- Who: Couple’s names, Host’s names
What: Your Wedding
When: Date and time (ceremony and reception if there is no reception card)
Where: Ceremony and reception location(s) (if there is a reception card you need only put the address of where
- Who: Couple’s names, Host’s names
Do’s and Don’ts for Brides on Wedding Day
Marriage is the most important day in a girl’s life. It is a very special occasion and is the beginning of your new life with another person. You must have dreamt of this day for years and it has finally …
More →Standard Anniversary Gifts
1st Anniversary – Paper
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2nd Anniversary – Cotton
3rd Anniversary – Leather
4th Anniversary – Linen
5th Anniversary – Wood
6th Anniversary – Iron
7th Anniversary – Copper or Brass
8th Anniversary – Bronze or Electrical Appliance
9th Anniversary – …Wines and Wine Tasting
Wine tasting is not the same as drinking it. To experience the true flavor of a wine requires that you slow down and pay attention to your senses of sight, smell, touch, as well as taste.
The Basics
Start with …
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How to Use Napkins
- As soon as you are seated, remove the napkin from your place setting, unfold it, and put it in your lap.
- Do not shake it open
- The napkin rests on the lap till the end of
Formal Silverware Functions
A. Salad fork
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B. Dinner fork
C. Bread plate
D. Butter knife
E. Dessert spoon
F. Cake Fork
G. Dinner plate
H. Salad plate and/or soup bowl
I. Dinner knife
J. Teaspoon
K. Soup Spoon
L. Place card
M. Water …
