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Category Archives: Manners
Traditionally Speaking
Okay, the title is a bit of a play on words. This is not about how you, me, or anyone else speaks. Instead, it is a bit of musing over the impact the coronavirus crisis may have on time-honored traditions, … Continue reading
Posted in Civility, Daily Life, family, Manners, Science
Tagged coronavirus, face masks, handshakes, social distancing, societal change, traditions
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Of Hearsay and Public Figures
This meme popped up in social media recently. As one can easily imagine, the creator was likely poking fun at Democrats and many media outlets. Admittedly, the “Cheryl’s She Shed” meme is a one-sided attempt to satirize a serious issue. … Continue reading
Posted in Civility, Ethics, Leadership, Manners, Morality, Political Extremes, Politics, social media
Tagged Donald Trump, due process, Hearsay, Impeachment, Politics, war on Trump, witch hunt, witchhunt
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When Wisdom Isn’t
Don’t you love these little bits of wisdom that Anonymous1 and others publish to help us find our way? Of course, one cannot forget the friends and associates who help spread these so-called truths in one way or another. Take … Continue reading
Posted in Civility, Daily Life, family, Manners, social media, Uncategorized, Verbal Communication
Tagged anger and fear., apologies, domestic abuse, fear persecution, gossip, hostile workplace
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Of Idiots and Ignorance
First, if you find the title of this piece offensive, consider the following. Merriam-Webster states the word idiot is outdated and offensive. It also lists 80 synonyms, most of which are apparently not considered outdated and offensive. At least, none … Continue reading
Posted in Civility, Daily Life, family, Manners, Morality
Tagged ADL, Anti-defamation, ignorance, racism, Universal Orlando, white supremacists, white supremacy
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Thank You for Your Service?
Here we are, the week after Thanksgiving. We have recovered from turkey, stuffing, overeating, football games, family, and steering clear of politics around the dinner table or during half-time. Christmas is just over the horizon, and Veterans Day 2018 is … Continue reading
Posted in Civility, Daily Life, Manners, Veterans, Vietnam
Tagged Civility, firefighters, gratitude, Never forget, police, sacrifice, Soldiers, veterans, veterans day, Vietnam
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Words Matter!
Many people in OneOldCop’s generation grew up hearing,“Sticks and stones may break my bones, but words can never hurt me.” This, or some variation of it, was a standard response from parents and others when a child came home crying … Continue reading
Jokers and Clowns Abound
The bulk of this piece was originally published as “Stuck in the Middle” in 2012. It is being posted again in honor of several prominent, and long serving, politicians who would be vying for joker and clown of the year … Continue reading
Posted in Civility, Daily Life, Leadership, Manners, Political Extremes, Politics
Tagged current-events, persecution, political satire, Politics, president
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What Would You Do?
Has anyone ever asked you the question used as the title of this piece? If so, did you feel they were looking for validation, or were testing you in some fashion? Sometimes OneOldCop wants to ask the person, “How many folks have … Continue reading
To Bucket or Not to Bucket?
During the last week of August this writer posted the following on online: Let’s see. We were supposed to do Random Acts of Kindness. Then, we were supposed to Pay It Forward. Then, we were supposed to Pass It On. … Continue reading
Posted in Christianity, Civility, Daily Life, Manners
Tagged ALS, charity, christianity, ice bucket challenge, jesus, Mike Gallagher, stem cells
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