Comments on: It Is a Matter of Manners

By: Ike

Ike — Fri, 26 Jun 2009 03:14:52 +0000

I hate people who refuse food out of ignorance or preference, and also the way the refuse it. Another thing is that the foods they refuse are normally eaten by most of the population.

My family has taught me to eat what is offered to you. There are exceptions, of course, such as dog meat and alcohol. I easily get intoxicated. But wine I won’t refuse, but 1 or 2 glasses only. Accepting and eating the food offered is a sign of humility and acceptance of hospitality. People might think you’re too high and mighty to commune with them.

By: Dining room furniture

Dining room furniture — Tue, 30 Jan 2007 17:42:29 +0000

“And I have managed to cook for all of these people, in varying combinations, over the years without making myself or anyone else crazy.”

Not an easy feat to accomplish.

By: Elise

Elise — Sun, 31 Dec 2006 02:15:49 +0000

Relief. Thank you Hadar. Barbara, we’ll be ready when you are.

By: Mary Ann

Mary Ann — Sat, 30 Dec 2006 14:42:55 +0000

Yay! Thanks, Hadar!

By: Hadar

Hadar — Fri, 29 Dec 2006 19:43:34 +0000

Hey, everyone –

I’ve just spoken with Barbara on the phone. They are all well, though very busy, and Barbara will be back soon.