The Ten Commandments of Air Travel

(This is no doubt going to piss some people off. Oh, well. Isnt that what Tuesdays
are for?)
Ive adhered to many of these rules for a while now, and I figured they were
common knowledge. But the more I travel, the more I realize that they most
certainly arent. So please forgive the obviousness of some of these edicts, but
they must be stated. And with that, I give you the Ten Commandments of Air
Travel:
1. Thou shalt do all thou can to hold in thous farts. If thou really cant contain
thine own flatulence, thou canst either get up and release it in the bathroom,
or at the very least turn on thy little overhead fan thingy.
2. When other people are trying to sleep, and thou has a window seat, thy little
plastic curtain shalt be lowered so that the blinding light of the sun does not
shine directly in the faces of other passengers.
Thou should not do as this man hath done.
3. Thou should store only one bag directly above in the overhead compartment,
and the other bag should be placed underneath the seat in front of thou. Im
sorry if that gets in the way of thine legroom, but those are the rules. Thou
should have thought about that before lugging all of thine crap onto the plane
as carry-on luggage.
4. Thou shalt be forgiving and patient with crying babies, for they are in pain and
in need of sympathy. (Thou can totally feel free to get angry at any of the
following: bratty children who art old enough to know better, drunken frat
boys, and anyone who speaketh so loudly, they can be heard from more than
three rows away).
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5. Thou shalt not bring really stinky food onto the plane, if thou can help it. I
understand that thou is hungry, but that stuff is going to stink up the cabin for
the next three hours. Seriously. I dont know how thou can eat that stuff.
Thy food is odoriferous.
6. Flight attendants are not thine own personal slaves. They should be treated
with respect and kindness because they work really damn hard and dont need
thou giving them a hard time or hitting on them.
7. Thou shalt not covet thy neighbors arm rest. Unless, of course, thou is seated
in the unholy and accursed middle seat, at which point thou gets to use both
armrests, because thats only fair.
Also, thou should keep thy unkempt toes to thyself.
8. If thou hast an aisle seat, thou shalt get up without complaint when others in
thine row need to pee.
9. Thou should really be able to lift thine carry-on into the overhead compartment
by thyself. If thou really needs help with that sort of thing, perhaps thou should
have packed more lightly.
10.Thou shalt not kill.
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The Ten Commandments of Travel

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Thou shalt not expect to find things as thou hast at home, for thou hast left
home to find things different.
Thou shalt not take anything too seriously, for a carefree mind is the start of a
good holiday.
Thou shalt not let other travelers get on thy nerves, for thou hast paid good
money to enjoy thyself.
Remember to take half as many clothes as thou thinkest and twice the
money.
Know at all times where thy passport is, for a person without a passport is a
person without a country.
Remember that if we had been expected to stay in one place, we would have
been created with roots.
Thou shalt not worry, for he that worrieth hath no pleasure, and few things
are THAT fatal.
Remember, in Rome, be prepared to do somewhat as the Romans do.
Thou shalt not judge the people of the country by the person who hath given
thee trouble.
Remember, thou are a guest in other lands and he that treats his host with
respect shall be honored.

Ten commandments of volunteering

1. BE A WILLING VOLUNTEER.
Once you have agreed to volunteer your time to a given cause or event, make sure
that you not only give it willingly but also that you appear to others to have given it
willingly: do not say or do anything that would indicate otherwise. Particularly, do
not imply by subtle remarks that you were dragged into volunteering. God loveth a
cheerful giver.
2. MAKE YOUR ENERGY EFFECTIVE.
Don't take on so much that you can't do the job properly. In particular, don't take
on a responsibility just to prevent someone you don't like from taking on the job.
3. RADIATE ENTHUSIASM
for what you are doing so that you will contribute in a positive way to the morale
of other volunteers. If you can't perform your volunteer task without grumbling at
how difficult the task is, the job's too big for you. Get out of the way and let
someone else do the job who will take pleasure in it.
4. BE LOYAL.
Give the same loyalty to your organization, its officers and your fellow-volunteers
as if your volunteer work was how you earned your living. Don't bad mouth
anyone, ever.
5. DON'T BE AN ARMCHAIR GENERAL.
He hasn't the right to criticize who hasn't the heart to help. If one of your
responsibilities is to assess the performance of others, remember to criticize in
private; praise in public.
6. BE GENEROUS.
Make the words "thank you" the most commonly used words in your vocabulary.
7. VALUE THE TIME OF OTHERS.
Be punctual. Just because you're a volunteer doesn't give you the right to keep
others hanging about because you can't organize yourself to be on time. Value
other people's time just as you want your own time to be valued.
8. DON'T BE A GOSSIP.

Discourage fellow volunteers (and even paid staff) from imparting "secrets" to you
that are damaging to other volunteers. Be your own person. Belong to no cliques.
Don't load yourself with other people's baggage.
9. NEVER THREATEN TO QUIT
without actually quitting. A threat to quit is valueless the second time you utter it.
Unless you stood by that threat the first time, you will become marked as the kind
of insecure person who uses threats as a ploy to get their own way.
10. SHARE YOUR KNOWLEDGE.
Above all, teach another volunteer as much about your job as you can, so that if
anything happens to you, the organization or the event is not left in the lurch.

The 10 commandments of good roommates

1. Adhere to the golden rule: treat others as you wish to be treated. Making fun of
each other is all well and good, but over time, repeated harassment can lead to
tension or increased stress and jokes are no longer so funny. Also, being
considerate of others' needs shows them you care, and they will return the favor
the more you do it!
2. Share space equally: your room is your safe-haven, your escape from the outside
world. When others are in your space it can be difficult to agree on certain issues
like the window being open when it's cold outside or locking the door during the
day. Safety is important, so lock your doors when you are both away from the
room for the day. Put your key in an important place like a lanyard or keychain so
you won't lose it.
3. Personal belongings can become a big issue with roommates because friends
share so much. Make sure you tell your roommate that you don't feel comfortable
letting her wear that dress or nice jewelry to go out because they were expensive
gifts or hold sentimental value, no matter how loudly she begs. On the other hand,
letting her borrow your shoes instead is a great way to compromise, and it may
make her day.
4. Cleanliness is important, even when you couldn't care less. Clean space is always
nicer than clutter, and it may help with studying technique. When the dust bunnies
appear on top of cracker crumbs and dirty plates, it is time to grab the vacuum and
dish soap. This also goes along with bigger messes: if you spill something, it is your
job to clean it up, not your roommate's. Keep your dirty clothes in a hamper, not
all over the floor, and please wash them if they smell bad. No one likes a roomie
that reeks! Guys, this one's especially for your sweaty gym shorts
5. ALWAYS ask before you borrow something, even if 'it' is just a pen or sheet of
paper. My roommate once took my car without asking. She learned never to forgo
my permission again.
6. Talking on the phone can be a sensitive subject. We all love to communicate
with our friends and family, but having a loud conversation on your cell while your

roommate is trying to be productive is a recipe for irritation. Go to the lounge and

close the door to have a long phone conversation, and then you won't have an
annoyed audience.

7. Respect your roommate's privacy. Always knock before entering the room; you'll
be glad you didn't walk right in (God forbid someone's naked).
8. I understand most college students have raging hormones, but "sexiling" is only
acceptable when you give your roommate 48 hours notice. Asking permission after
that is the preferred alternative. Asking nicely is even better: say something like, "I
would be so grateful if you let me have the room tonight! I'll even buy you (insert
favorite indulgence here)."
9. Chill out, yo! Being the patient roommate is great because you don't get blamed
for "freaking out" about the little things, especially when things don't go as
planned. Always try to be thoughtful, generous and sociable. Good things come to
those who wait.
10. Quiet hours exist for a reason, so be silent. Avoid nocturnal din before an exam
or when residents are trying to sleep. Lower your music and do not yell in halls.

THE TEN COMMANDMENTS OF GOOD SAFETY HABITS

In most everything we do, we find a "trick" to make the process easier and faster.
After we develop these tricks, they become work habits in our everyday activities.
Developing everyday safety habits can keep you injury free through the year. Here
are ten safety habits to live by:
1. Set Your Own Standards. Don't be influenced by others around you who are
negative. If you fail to wear safety glasses because others don't, remember
the blindness you may suffer will be yours alone to live with.
2. Operate Equipment Only if Qualified. Your supervisor may not realize you
have never done the job before. You have the responsibility to let your
supervisor know, so the necessary training can be provided.
3. Respect Machinery. If you put something in a machine's way, it will crush it,
pinch it or cut it. Make sure all guards are in place. Never hurry beyond your
ability to think and act safely. Remember to de-energize the power first
before placing your hands in a point of operation.
4. Use Your Own Initiative for Safety Protection. You are in the best position to
see problems when they arise. Ask for the personal protective equipment or
additional guidance you need.
5. Ask Questions. If you are uncertain, ask. Do not accept answers that contain,
"I think, I assume, I guess." Be sure.
6. Use Care and Caution When Lifting. Most muscle and spinal injuries are from
overstrain. Know your limits. Do not attempt to exceed them. The few
minutes it takes to get help will prevent weeks of being off work and in pain.
7. Practice Good Housekeeping. Disorganized work areas are the breeding
grounds for accidents. You may not be the only victim. Don't be a cause.
8. Wear Proper and Sensible Work Clothes. Wear sturdy and appropriate
footwear. These should enclose the foot fully. Avoid 1oose clothing, dangling
jewelry, and be sure that long hair is tied back and cannot become
entangled in the machinery.
9. Practice Good Personal Cleanliness. Avoid touching eyes, face, and mouth
with gloves or hands that are dirty. Wash well and use barrier creams when
necessary. Most industrial rashes are the result of poor hygiene practices.
10.Be a Positive Part of the Safety Team. Willingly accept and follow safety
rules. Encourage others to do so. Your attitude can play a major role in the
prevention of accidents and injuries.

10 Commandments of Human Relations

1. Speak to people.
There is nothing as nice as a cheerful word of greeting.
2. Smile at people.
It takes 72 muscles to frown, only 14 to smile.
3. Call people by name.
The sweetest music to anyone's ears is the sound of his own name.
4. Be friendly and helpful.
If you want friends, you must be one.
5. Be cordial.
Speak and act as if everything you do is a joy to you.
6. Be genuinely interested in people.
You can like almost everybody if you try.
7. Be generous with praise...
and cautious with criticisms.
8. Be considerate with the feelings of others.
There are usually three sides to a controversy: Yours, the other fellow's and
the right side.
9. Be eager to lend a helping hand.
Often it is appreciated more than you know.
10.Add to this:
a good sense of humor, a huge dose of patience and a dash of humility. This
combination will open many doors and the rewards will be enormous
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