Publisher's Synopsis
This historic book may have numerous typos and missing text. Purchasers can usually download a free scanned copy of the original book (without typos) from the publisher. Not indexed. Not illustrated. 1922 edition. Excerpt: ... chapter ii Manners In The Family 'Twas a misty, moisty morning And cloudy was the weather, When I met an old man All clothed in leather. He began to compliment, And I began to grin, "How do you do, and how do you do, And how do you do again?" Always start the day with a pleasant "Good morning" to those you meet. This includes your family. You will find it has the same effect It doesn't cost any- degcribed in th rh thing to smile..., above. Even 11 the weather is bad, and one feels disagreeable, a pleasant greeting helps to spread cheer. manners in the family 15 There are people who think that courtesy is merely a matter of form. The manners of such people are not worth much. Sincere good manners require that a person be helpful and kind at all times, which means that good manners are closely associated with one's daily work. If you would cultivate the better kind of courtesy, there are many opportunities to do so in your own home life. Boys, never let your mother carry coal, beat rugs, or go to the store when she is tired, if you can do the work for her. Show your appreciation D, .... of her by drying the dishes in the evening, so that she may get an opportunity to rest. Help your mother when she is tired. Girls, you can at least make the beds, straighten the living room, and, in the evening, wash the dishes even if you are attending school. On Saturday and Sunday you have your opportunity to learn to cook and clean and to give your mother a little play time. Sometimes your mother wants to be so very kind to you that she tells you you need not help. The next time she does it, remember your manners and fall to work. Outsiders judge you largely by the way you treat your mother. Do not impose your work on your little sisters and brothers....