Tuesday, May 19, 2015

The Kindness of a Well-Mannered Teen

"The happiest conversation is that of which nothing is distinctly remembered, but a general effect of pleasing impression."
~ Samuel Johnson

Recently, I was on an early-morning visit at one of my children's schools and I ran into a classmate of my daughter's.  The teenager greeted me very appropriately and warmly, and we had a brief conversation.  As I was leaving, she also gave me a compliment.  I am not sure whether to ascribe the kindness to the teenager or to the parents who have taught her well, but no matter.  In my book, good manners and making others feel good = kindness.  Every time.

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