When you break off an engagement

it's rude for the man to ask for the ring back, and the woman is obliged to return it.

When you're done with your meal at a restaurant

Don't stack your plates or clean up. We have people to do that.

When you buy beer at the grocery store

take the cans out of the box and arrange them neatly in your refrigerator.

Don't write in red ink

not because it's bad luck, but because it's ugly.

The best way to get a party started is to stand up.

As long as everyone has a seat, it's just a get together.

Call your friends on their birthdays

anybody can post something on facebook, but a call says you really care.

If someone tries selling you Cutco knives,

be polite when you say no thanks.
They've got it harder than you do.

On Religion

1. Only discuss religion with someone if you know their middle name.
2. Avoid theology themed conversation while under the influence.
3. No matter how firmly you dis-believe in God, never tell anyone you're an atheist - they'll take that to mean you're heartless and close-minded.

Don't talk about a book you're reading

talk about a book you've read.

When flying

ask permission from the person behind you before leaning your seat back. They'll always say yes.