have better manners

I ordered this book a few days ago. I am determined to improve my manners and the way I present myself to the world. I thing that I’m trying to improve on, is always looking good and presentable because you never know who you will meet and what your first impression will be. I have to have to remember this next time I’m getting ready in the morning.

Today, I’m going to read about plate settings. I am going to learn once and for all whether the bread plate goes on the right or on the left.

I have to learn how to hold myself in public, how to make small talk and how not to be shy in social situations. I feel like such a knob sometimes when I talk to people.

What manners does a proper lady need? well, i have to learn to be much more warm and friendly first off. so when people come over, I should have everything ready and offer them things like water or coffee.

I should also learn EXACTLY how to eat at a fancy table. i generally know how to eat but quite frankly, there are things that still puzzle me, like which side is the bread plate. I CAN NEVER REMEMBER… I have an etiquette book and I will read the section on place settings before the christmas parties I have to attend this week.