table manners

1- Sit up straight.
2-Don't speak with your mouth full of food.
3-Chew quietly, and try not to slurp.
4-Keep bites small.
5-Eat at a leisurely.
6-Don't wave utensils in the air, especially knives or if there os food on them.
7-Keep your elbows off the table.
8-Don't reach. You don't want to get in the way of people either eating or talking. You can upset glasses or run your sleeve throught someone's mashed potatos!
9-Don't forget please and thank you.
10-Excuse yourself when leaving the table.
11-Compliment the cook.
12-Wipe your mouth before drinking.
13-Wash your hands before sitting at the table(hygienic purpose!).