Etiquette and Compliments

She titters, gives a gawky flap of the hand, and makes Sam’s ears burn by saying, “Aw, that's just your line,” or “You don't really mean it.”

To Accept Compliment Gracefully Is an Art

Listen up, young ladies… Sam’s not paying Betty any more compliments! He doesn't even care about seeing her any more. She’s the kind of girl who makes a fellow feel silly if he tells her she looks pretty.

She titters, gives a gawky flap of the hand, and makes Sam’s ears burn by saying, “Aw, that's just your line,” or “You don't really mean it.”

How much more gracious to say, when you're told you dance well, or you're looking grand tonight, “I’m glad you think so,” or “It’s ice of you to say so.” Even an Appreciative smile will do!

But awkwardness and fumbling reveal regrettable lack of poise. Learn gracious manners at dances, restaurants, theaters, other public places. Brush up on your etiquette. – S.A. Journal, 1936

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