A Traveler's Generic Phrase Book and Novel

by Shirley B. Trew

Friday, February 3, 2012


POST #14—ETIQUETTE/CUSTOMS

Should we take our hats off?
Should we put our hats on?
Should we take our shoes off?
Should we take our gloves off?
Are women allowed here?
Are we supposed to do something at the fountain?
Is this sacred water or can I wash my hands?
Is this sacred water or can I get a drink?
I sure am thirsty.
What was it I was supposed to remember about my left hand?
Can I use my flash here?
Is that man a policeman/priest/soldier/sanitation worker?
Do we pay the man at the door?
Do we pay going in?
Do we pay going out?
Why are we the only ones paying?
How long are you going to carry that plastic cup around?

Excuse me, is there a garbage can nearby? Please, where can I put this garbage? I guess they haven't discovered garbage cans here yet.

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