I remember parts of what it was like to be a child…
I remember time moving slowly, summers seemed to go on and on.
And I remember… learning my table manners!
Table manners were a big thing in my home growing up.
My dad would say, you never know when you might be invited to have dinner with the Queen!
He made sure our dinner table etiquette was ready, just in case.
The napkin on my lap still saves my clothes from food stains.
Even though I try my best… sometimes Im still messy!
Its also a great time to practice kindly and thank you!
Chew with your mouth closed No one wants to see chewed up food.
Keep the food inside your mouth, chew, swallow, and then speak.
Wait until everyone is at the table to begin eating this one is a big one in our family.
We all want to start at the same time, and be able to enjoy the meal together.
Help out before or after a meal Not all good manners have to happen at the table!
Growing up, we had specific rules for helping out.
Everyone else was on-duty, doing whatever they could.
They were on Kitchen Patrol, or KP for short.
Kitchen Patrol was a good time!
We would put on some music and make it a party!
It was often helpful to be reminded, and we were reminded many times, but it stuck!
As you likely know, with little ones, repetition is often necessary!
Try out some of these manners at your table with your little one!
It may take some time, but keep at it!
And soon theyll be ready for the Queen!
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