Tuesday, August 11, 2009

O F O G


It is time to take seriously the matter of passing germs by handshaking. The world health organization is going to declare swine flu (H1M1) a Pandemic.
At the opening of some schools in Atlanta, the students are advised not to shake hands or give high-fives. Why take a chance on spreading germs, when there are Other Forms Of Greeting (OFOG)? And why wait until the flu season begins, or until the government mandates? Besides, greetings can be more interesting if done in other than the traditional way. Let's show a litle originality. One good way is to simply look the other person straight in the eyes and say his/her name distinctly and with sincerity. Another, is the knuckle touch. Bowing your head is another possibility. My wife Jan likes to combine the bowing with hands togther in front, like they do in in some oriental countries.

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