"People Always
say, 'May I borrow your cell phone?' yet they rarely pay you for
the call," says Sue Fox, an etiquette consultant and author
of Etiquette for Dummies (IDG Books Worldwide, 2000) "It's
inconsiderate, so don't do it-unless there's an emergency or you
know the person's wireless plan permits unlimited calls for the
same monthly price."
Your child had a friend
whose parents are more permissive than you are when it comes to
surfing the Net and watching TV. How can you make sure your child
is not exposed to things you disapprove of when he's at his friend's
home without offending the parents?
Communicate honestly but diplomatically, suggests Sue Fox. "Talk
to the friend's parents. Let them know you have certain rules
in your home and that you're sure they do, too. You could say
something like, 'OK I know you're vigilant, but I want to make
sure the kids aren't alone when they're at the computer or watching
TV.' If your concerns are communicated without insinuating that
they're too permissive, they'll probable honor your request."
