With Valentine’s Day approaching, many people’s thoughts turn to love and romance.That is equally true for young adults attending university or college. Even though there is a lot of work, everyone needs a break and it can be nice to share those times with someone special. Universities are filled with potential partners and it is […]
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Successful Dating at University and College
Posted by Elizabeth Etiquette on February 1st, 2014
Posted in Social Etiquette 
Tags: dating, dating etiquette, etiquette, university, Valentine's Day dating etiquette., youth 
Comments Off on Successful Dating at University and CollegeBike Month and Road Bike Etiquette
Posted by Elizabeth Etiquette on June 6th, 2011
In British Columbia, June is Bike Month. During this month, many organizations and government agencies host or sponsor bicycling events intended to encourage people to bike more and drive less. (You can get more information and see a list of upcoming events at the Better Environmentally Sound Transportation (BEST) Bike Month website). Increasing the number […]
Grace in Hockey and Other Sports
Posted by Elizabeth Etiquette on May 2nd, 2011
The Vancouver Canucks have just won a challenging round against the Chicago Blackhawks in the Stanley Cup playoffs and the city has been abuzz with the excitement of the games. Everywhere you look someone is wearing a Canucks jersey, complete strangers are discussing the games, and Canucks flags are flying on top of buildings and […]
Lent and Respecting Others’ Personal Choice
Posted by Elizabeth Etiquette on April 18th, 2011
Recently, I was having lunch in a restaurant and overheard someone explaining how they had given up dessert for Lent. I was reminded of how fortunate we are to live in a multicultural society where people have differing beliefs and customs. For those not familiar with Lent, it is a period of penitence observed by […]
The Fitness and Etiquette Connection
Posted by Elizabeth Etiquette on April 11th, 2011
Fitness, Exercise, Yoga and Pilates seem to be on people’s minds these days. The finer weather is approaching and we are all eager to get in shape. I am often asked, “Is there a connection between Fitness and Etiquette?” There is and, to provide more details, it is my pleasure to introduce the author of […]
Posted in Social Etiquette Tags: etiquette, fitness, health Comments Off on The Fitness and Etiquette ConnectionSnow Etiquette Fundamentals
Posted by Elizabeth Etiquette on January 21st, 2011
Consideration and Kindness Living in the Greater Vancouver area, I don’t have many opportunities to experience snow. When it comes, there is often a feeling of excitement, especially among children, and it often melts before it becomes too tiresome. However, the lack of experience with snow in this part of the world also often means […]
Posted in Social Etiquette Tags: etiquette, removal, snow, winter Comments Off on Snow Etiquette FundamentalsHostess Gifts with Grace and Confidence
Posted by Elizabeth Etiquette on December 13th, 2010
‘Tis the season for holiday entertaining! When you are invited and attend a holiday party, it is customary and good manners to show your appreciation with a gift for the host or hostess. If you are one of the many people who are confused or anxious about finding the perfect hostess gift for each event, […]
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Posted by Elizabeth Etiquette on October 14th, 2010
Although we often take our bodies for granted, they are not indestructible nor do they last forever. Those of us who consider ourselves “able-bodied” will find that this condition is only temporary and, at some point, whether through normal wear and tear or through injury or illness, we too will face the frustration of not […]
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Posted by Elizabeth Etiquette on September 15th, 2010
Living in the Lower Mainland of British Columbia where one in ten people own a dog, we are fortunate to share our community with many of our four legged. For the most part, dog owners are considerate of others when they are out with their dogs, but on occasion we are reminded that not everyone […]
How do you run a Home Based Business and entertain over- sea’s guests?
Posted by Elizabeth Etiquette on July 20th, 2010
A dilemma faced by many. I was asked this question by a Home Based Business Owner, “I run a Home Based Business and have over-sea’s guests coming to stay, with me, for three weeks in the summer. While I welcome the company, how do I politely encourage them to go out each day so that […]
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