Etiquette requires the presumption of good until the contrary is proved.

Jealousy is the suspicion of one's own inferiority.

Courtesy demands that you, when you are a guest, shall show neither annoyance nor disappointment--no matter what happens.

The natural impulses of every thoroughbred include his sense of honor; his love of fair play and courage; his dislike of pretense and of cheapness.

Manners are a sensitive awareness of the feelings of others.

Manner is personality—the outward manifestation of one’s innate character and attitude toward life.

The good guest is almost invisible, enjoying him or herself, communing with fellow guests, and, most of all, enjoying the generous hospitality of the hosts.