Category Archives: etiquette

Cookie Monster and the origin of ‘Om nom nom’

Posted on November 10, 2009 by themoderngal

My main man on Sesame Street may have indeed been the originator of the oft-used ‘om nom nom’ phrase. Come to think of it, he may have had a role in the origins of LOL speak too. Me can has … Continue reading →

Posted in childhood, etiquette, food and drink, t.v. | 5 Comments

Being a good guest or host

Posted on November 24, 2008 by themoderngal

Chances are you’re either going to be traveling somewhere for Thanksgiving or hosting someone who is traveling for the holiday. Domino Magazine has a great guide for either with tips on how to be a good guest to how to … Continue reading →

Posted in etiquette, food and drink, holidays, home, travel | 4 Comments

National Incompetency Eradication Day Week

Posted on April 7, 2008 by themoderngal

UPDATE: Mickey pointed out that I really didn’t give enough notice on this one, so I’m taking his NICE action and declaring this a week’s worth of celebration. Thanks for your action in eradicating incompetency, Mickey!Modern gals don’t like to … Continue reading →

Posted in etiquette, food and drink, holidays | 11 Comments

Try saying: "go f___ yourself, HR"

Posted on March 21, 2008 by themoderngal

My colleague’s wife, who works in the marketing department of the local newspaper, forwarded the following e-mail on to the two of us for us to read. It’s something her HR supervisor sent out — not a chain letter. Working … Continue reading →

Posted in employment, etiquette | 13 Comments

Thursday gridiron thank-yous

Posted on January 3, 2008 by themoderngal

Dear fellow fans of Southern football, As you’re writing your Christmas thank you cards, as I know you will do, remember to include the following gentlemen: You see, modern gals and guys, the Georgia football team kept the honor of … Continue reading →

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Tip Drill

Posted on December 21, 2007 by themoderngal

Don’t forget to give a holiday tip or gift to those service professionals whom you depend on regularly. I like to ensure the fact that my newspaper shows up on my stoop everyday, which I’ve found in the previous cities … Continue reading →

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The etiquette of flying

Posted on December 7, 2007 by themoderngal

Delta Airlines is proving it has a sense of humor by offering four short animated videos on You Tube about the annoyances we all encounter whilst flying. They’re intended to encourage better passenger behavior on planes, and we all know … Continue reading →

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