My Rule Book. And it applies to you.

1) When you have nothing to say, say nothing.

2) If I really want to hear what you think, I'll ask you the third time. Until then please keep your opinions to yourself.

3) Stop trying to tell me what kind of person you are. I'd like to find that out for myself.

4) Learn to pick up hints. When I don't answer your question the first time, it's not because I didn't hear you.

5) Make up your mind. It's important for me to know that you have one.

6) Be open to new customs and no, being what-you-are is not always acceptable.

7) Don't talk for more than 2 minutes at a stretch. My response after you've spoken that long, is usually a "Hmm".

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