3. Show Nothing to your Friend that may affright him.

"Friend" may be taken literal or perhaps inclusive of all people. This is a situation when one must know comfort levels of his friends or acquaintances and innocent bystanders. If one's friend is offended by graphic photos of any kind, keep it to yourself. Same goes for language or text. If it would offend one's mother, it's just not appropriate.

4. In the Presence of Others Sing not to yourself with a humming Noise, nor Drum with your Fingers or Feet.

Some say that humming is a sign of happiness, this I believe to be true. However, the line must be drawn when it distracts. As for the drumming of fingers or feet, this is just rude, not to mention incredibly irritating. Keep the drumming in your own residence or join a stomp troupe or request Ritalin from your doctor.

5. If You Cough, Sneeze, Sigh, or Yawn, do it not Loud but Privately; and Speak not in your Yawning, but put Your handkerchief or Hand before your face and turn aside.

Coughing, sneezing, sighing, and yawning simply can't be helped. Today's health professionals advise that we cover our mouths when sneezing or coughing, as not to spread unwanted gerrms. So, for health's sake, cover your mouth and/or nose. In food service and hospitality service it is taught to sneeze and cough into the bend of your inner arm. I have sighed and yawned many times without warning, it's hard to catch them sometimes. Keeping your manners in mind, try to avoid this in public. If a sigh or yawn creeps up, quickly cover your mouth and turn your head following with a "pardon me".

6. Sleep not when others Speak, Sit not when others stand, Speak not when you Should hold your Peace, walk not on when others Stop.

If you are in a conference, at a live theatrical performance, or a poetry reading...even an e conference or call, one shows extreme lack of respect. Stay awake or stay in! Unless you are weak or have trouble standing, never sit when everyone else is standing...even at the dinner table. The host must grant permission or sit first. In the Navy we all learn the value of holding one's tounge. I find it to be very difficult sometimes, as I am simply outspoken. Unless you know your companions well, never leave them behind if they stop. Take a moment to stop with them. If there is urgency, assist your companion and suggest moving on.