A friend of mine has a sister who recently spent a lot of time in the hospital recovering from an illness. The entire family grew to know the nurses well, and wanted to send some sort of gift to the … [Read more...]
Are You Too Quick To Complain?
My friend lives in an apartment building that has a doorman/porter. She says he is a very friendly man who always oversees package deliveries, maintenance, and everything else that happens in the … [Read more...]
Helping Others During The Holidays
Are you doing anything to give back this holiday season? As we splash out on our Christmas decorations and spend a fortune on presents for our nearest and dearest, let's not forget those who are less … [Read more...]
Civility During Troubling Times
The past week and a half has been a trying time for us all. As a French-American woman, my heart aches for Paris. As a citizen of the world, my heart also aches for Syrian refugees who encounter … [Read more...]
Are You Guilty Of This In-Flight Faux Pas?
Traveling these days seems to be a major civility challenge. It's so easy to get irritated or impatient as you witness rude behavior and a lack of consideration. People cut in line, knock each other … [Read more...]