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Some things speak for themselves . . .
To quote Miss Manners (Judith Martin) -
Miss Manners is constantly besieged by people who want to know the tactful manner of pointing out their friends' and relatives' inferiorities. . . The answer is that they cannot, certainly not politely. . . Even if it be proven that the mistakes of others come from gross ignorance or from maliciousness, it is not the place of anyone except God, their mothers or Miss Manners to bring this to their attention. As dear Erasmus said, "It is part of the highest civility if, while never erring yourself, you ignore the errors of others."
ETA - unless, of course, you are on standards . . . (!!)
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Courtesy is owed, respect is earned, love is given.
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Last edited by SWTXBelle; 05-13-2007 at 10:35 PM.
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