by Elise McVeigh | Aug 8, 2022 | Guests, Manners
Dear Mrs. McVeigh,I am throwing a birthday party for my husband at our home. It is a daytime open house, and we have asked for RSVSs. The party is this week, and I have several people who have not responded to the invitation. I really need to know how many to expect...
by Elise McVeigh | Oct 29, 2021 | Children, Manners, Mrs. McVeigh's Manners
“Trick or Treating” is a fun tradition that brings children out in droves every Halloween night. For children the goal is to get as much candy as they can in their bucket or bag. For parents the goal can be to make sure children are obviously safe, but also polite and...
by Elise McVeigh | Jul 11, 2021 | Uncategorized
Dear Mrs. McVeigh, I noticed that you had an Instagram post about thank you notes. I have been trying to write a note to someone who recently had a relative pass away. I know how much I appreciated receiving notes after my father-in-law died. Do you have any advice on...
by Elise McVeigh | Aug 5, 2020 | Uncategorized
Dear Mrs. McVeigh,The other day I ran into a friend at the grocery store. She has always been the type to get into your personal space when she speaks to you. When I see her, I am not surprised how close she stands to me when she is speaking. Even though we both had...
by Elise McVeigh | Aug 3, 2020 | Uncategorized
This week’s Mrs. McVeigh’s Manners Themes of the Week is Mask Etiquette and Social Distancing. Ask your child about Mask Etiquette, and the following questions. Why is it polite to wear a mask? So you help prevent the spread of Covid-19. Your mask...
