What are the qualities of a good guest?
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Explanation:
Sends an RSVP. It's such a joy to receive an immediate reply to an invitation. ...
Arrives on Time. This is especially important for dinner invitations. ...
Never Brings a Tagalong. A good guest would never bring someone with him who wasn't invited. ...
Always Brings a Host Gift. ...
Isn't Afraid to Mingle. ...
Knows When to Leave.
Answer:
Great question. Here are the traits of good house guests:
They help either cook or do dishes or both. I am thrilled to have you here, but I am not your servant.
They do not expect my husband or I to entertain them all day every day. We have our own lives and obligations. Make sure you can get around on your own, and you don’t require my company.
They come with dog-friendly dogs or no pets. Do not bring your growly mutt to my house to bother my dogs who live here.
They don’t leave a giant mess. It’s nice to strip your bed when you’re leaving. Who do you think is going to put clean sheets on it, genius? If you make a mess, clean it up. If you can’t clean it up, let us know so we can clean it up. Don’t hide that you barfed on the rug. Do not hide that you plugged the toilet. We will find out.
They offer to help around here. We live on an acreage, and my husband has MS. If you’re a guest here, it’s kind to offer to do some small chore to help. Even if I say no, I’ll remember that you offered. You don’t have to prune trees with a chainsaw; even folding a load of laundry is helpful.
They don’t stay too long. If you’re my child or my mother, you can stay indefinitely, and these rules do not apply. If not, a week or two is a lot unless you’re an excellent guest. Then you can stay longer. It’s always better to understay your visit and be welcome to come back.
They’re quiet. Don’t come to my house and offer unsolicited advice about quitting smoking or eating gluten-free or flu shots are bad or what I should plant in my garden or I put too much sugar in my coffee. This is my house, and you’re the guest. That means keep your opinions to yourself unless I ask for your opinion.
Please retire to your quarters—which are quite luxurious—before I’m falling asleep on the couch. I like some quiet time in the evening—without you.
Edit: You’re welcome to bring your children, but don’t expect me to babysit. I’m not a baby lover. Babysitting is not in my job description. You are welcome to ask me, but I might say no.
I think that about covers it.
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