The word "etiquette" means rules of behavior or manners. Etiquette is more than which fork to use in a formal dinner. It is common sense and kindness that should be used everyday at home, school or any occasion.

Consideration for others and a knowledge of manners help us to build confidence in ourselves.

Consideration for others always governs the rules.

If you believe in yourself, it will show in how you act and react to others. We are responsible for the effect our actions have on other people and how they make someone else feel about themselves.

"Please" and "thank you" make our commands into a request. People are more apt to remember when you do not say "thank you" than when you do.

How we treat people and the way we support, listen and encourage others is a reflection of what kind of person or friend we are.

Even more than manners behavior is what effects our relationships. Complimenting people for things they have done well builds lasting relationships and helps people know they are valued.

Confidence helps us relax and be ourselves, knowing and having good manners gives us confidence. Manners make others want to be around you. Manners=Words+Actions that show you care. 

Princess Pearls of Wisdom for May 

Everyone should hold the door open for the person directly following them inside.

Young princesses should offer thier seats to older people left standing on a bus or in a waiting room.

Introductions: 

First impressions are very important and often lasting.

Be friendly and confident when introducing yourself. Always make eye contact with people you meet and be sincere. Greet everyone with a smile. A smile comes from the heart.

It is best not to call adults by their first name unless given permission.

Introduce a young person to an older person.

Sarah, this is my grandmother, Mrs. Pollard. 

Introduce a person without a title to a person with a title (such as a Principal or a President.) 

Mr. Smith, I would like you to introduce you to Governor Margaret Ford. 

Introduce a man to a woman.

And, introduce the guest of honor to other guest.

Ashley, have you meet our guestfrom Far, FarAway, Princess Bubble?

If there is no one to introduce us we should introduce ourselves. 

Try practicing introductions with your friends or parents. 

In June, we will give a few more Princess Pearls of Wisdom. Until then, remember "True Happily Ever After comes from loving God, helping others and liking who you are already!"