Many small business owners, facing one of the most challenging economic climates in recent memory, may be tempted to curtail or even suspend their company’s charitable giving.

I agree that some youth make it bad for others but not all youth are problem kids or looking to cause trouble. Teens might be looked at as a nuisance to most businesses but they do receive allowances and frequently manage to convince their parents to buy the things they want.

A person (well or dying) can make advance arrangements for his or her funeral or memorial service, let loved ones know whether you prefer cremation or burial and whether or not parts of your body should be donated to others or used for medical research.

Most behavior perceived as disrespectful, discourteous or abrasive are unintentional and could have been avoided by practicing good manners or etiquette. I have always found that most negative experiences with someone were unintentional and easily repaired by keeping an open mind and maintaining open, honest communication.