Charming

We have heard the phrase “charm a bird out of a tree” and you know what they say, the third time is always the charm.”

“Charm is often despised but I can never see why. No one has it who isn’t capable of genuinely liking others, at least at the actual moment of meeting and speaking. Charm is always genuine; it may be superficial but it isn’t false.” P.D. James

“I think charm is the ability to be truly interested in other people” Richard Avedon

Why wouldn’t we cultivate charm? Charm schools or finishing schools are making a comeback. They specialize in etiquette, manners and social skills. I can concur with the benefits of a well heeled companion with excellent manners, communication and dining skills. There is a difference in the pleasure of the company based on simple things like chewing with the mouth closed and avoiding hot topics.

Appealing is the key word. Let us all strive to be more charming!! Like this inviting cottage or a person with impeccable manners, let us grace the world with a finer presence than we ever have before!