Reflecting on Etiquette in a Casual World

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Hey there, friends! So, I’ve been thinking about how much the world has shifted recently. I’m all for being open-minded (hey, I get it—social media is making everything more informal), but sometimes I miss the good ol’ days of etiquette. You know, when kids used to show some respect by calling adults “Mr.” or “Mrs.” instead of just straight-up using our first names.

Honestly, it feels a bit off, like mixing stripes with polka dots. And every time a kid calls me by my name—let’s say it’s Sarah—I can’t help but hear that catchy song by The Ting Tings in my head: “That’s not my name, that’s not my name.” You know the one? It’s like an earworm that ruins your day!

I often wonder if I’m alone in feeling this way. Many parents seem to prefer the casual vibe, wanting to be known as “Greg” or “Linda” instead of “Mr.” or “Mrs.” to feel younger. I get it—no one wants to feel like the old folks from a sitcom. But it still leaves me pondering: What’s the right way for my kids’ friends to address me? Adding “Miss” in front of my name feels a bit too much like a throwback to the ’80s sorority scene.

To spice things up, I thought about creating a stage name or something cool. But all the good ones are taken! Picture me as “G-Diddy” or “Heavy G,” but it just doesn’t resonate. Maybe I should go with a symbol like Prince did. Imagine if I was just a wine glass or a pair of readers—everyone would be confused about what to call me, and I’d love that!

Setting Boundaries: A Quick Guide for Kids

At the end of the day, I believe there should be some boundaries between kids and adults. We’re not buddies hanging out at a bar or swapping recipes for buffalo chicken dip. So, here’s a quick guide for you kids:

1. If you’ve willingly soiled your pants in the last decade… big no.
2. If you’re rocking clothes from Justice… also no.
3. If you’re on a travel soccer team… enjoy the season, but no.
4. If Skittles is a food group for you… yeah, no.
5. If you know more than ten lines from a Minion movie… um, nope.
6. If you still order off the kids’ menu… pick no.
7. If your Disney ticket was half off… it’s a magical no.
8. If you’re wearing light-up sneakers… heck no.
9. If you’re eagerly waiting for Santa… ho ho no.

And just so you know, I’m not even on a first-name basis with my gynecologist, and we’ve had plenty of “quality” interactions (and by quality, I mean awkward and uncomfortable).

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In summary, while I appreciate the casual approach of today, I still think it’s vital for kids to maintain a bit of respect when addressing adults. As much as I enjoy your company, let’s keep some boundaries intact.