We always mind our mannersexcept when we dont, and then weve got a good reason for it.

But in keeping with these good intentions, there are also a handful ofetiquette ruleswe love to ignore.

Sometimes, we just cant help ourselves!

STEEL MAGNOLIAS, Dolly Parton, Olympia Dukakis, 1989

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The Rule: Dont Talk About Religion

New to town?

Wed be glad to help you find one, and it’s possible for you to sit by us.

From here on out, like give us a straightforward dress code on the invitation.

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Dressy casual is an oxymoron that wed rather not try and sort out.

Apologies if our position in the aisle made you change course for your dinner sidesokrawas a better choice anyway!

The Rule: Start With A Handshake

Oh, honey!

We dont shake friends hands; we hug them.

And around here, nobody stays a stranger for long.

Weve learned the hard way on just about everything, and were only hoping to save you some trouble.

The Rule: Dont Stop By Without Calling First

Front porches were designed with drop-ins in mind.