Etiquette from Connecticut: Watch Where You Are Going!

Watch Where You Are Going! This seems like a simple, simple thing to do, however, in navigating Manhattan by foot, bus, subway, taxi, or driving it is apparent to many that distractions pervade the atmosphere. These distractions are what make Manhattan fun in many cases, but in some cases they can cause accidents! If people were more aware of their surroundings, our world would be more civilized and pleasant, which is what we strive for at Whom You Know.

Probably, if you are the type to read Whom You Know, you are not the problem.

Here are Peachy Deegan's Golden Rules for Watching Where You Are Going:

1. Understand where your destination is, and how to get there before you begin. If you get confused during the way, pull over, regroup, figure it out. Do not stand in the middle blocking all traffic.

2. Stay to the right! In America, anyway.

3. If an obstacle arises, however rudely, in your path, nicely say: "Excuse me!" They will feel silly for not watching where they were going, and should profusely apologize. If not, aren't you glad you aren't such a non-mannered person?

4. If you are talking on your cell phone, be confident that you are a person that can multitask-walk and talk-without causing accidents. Not everyone can do this.

5. If you are a tourist in Manhattan, be aware that all traffic flow here is akin to the Indy 500. If you are out for a Sunday stroll please regard those around you that are trying to get where they are going to accomplish business.

6. Common sense! Please use it.

7. If you are walking your dog, keep it on a short leash as you are not the only one walking on the sidewalk. The sidewalk is not your driveway. If you want much more room, move to Connecticut! It is a fabulous place.

Have a wonderful weekend -Peachy