I'm not necessarily referring to economic upper class, middle class, and lower class. I'm talking about the "class" that stands for social grace.
The republicans picked a candidate who is routinely "misquoted." The democrats are calling "scandal" again as it's own party may or may not have favored a candidate.
At a funeral I was recently attending, the pastor cited the exact amount of money his church donated to the family in their time of need. "Aren't we great for donating?" It felt like he was saying. "Look how Christian we are!"
And finally, upon becoming engaged, I've experienced more classless behavior than ever before. From disdain as to the size of my ring (i.e. "Don't you think it's too big/weird shape/too expensive?") to issues on the date (i.e. "How do you expect us to make it to THAT?") and even to location (i.e. "Why that church? Just because you met there and because you work there doesn't mean you have to get married there!") people endlessly push their inappropriate opinions on us as often as the subject comes up.
Which brings me back to this: Where did class and tact go?
I can't believe the words people say. I can't believe the things people think are appropriate for conversation. I can't understand how people now don't see that their ignorance hurts people.
Occasionally, bring out your inner Emily Post or Martha Stewart and remember manners and common decency people. Words may not leave a visible wound, but the things they say can drive a wedge between two people or taint a memory for forever.
Think before you speak people. And in the spirit of having excellent manners, I hope you have a fantastic day and I thank you for reading my blog.