HOW TO BE A GOOD GUEST. Doing interviews in Washington, D.C. this week for my new book, and staying at a friend’s house… With that and the popularity of “Staycations”, here are 5 courtesies to pack: #1. Bring a little something, like a bottle of wine, a bowl of cherries, a book for the kids, or a toy for the dog. #2. Carry your suitcase rather than rolling it across the floor. No one wants to have a permanent memory of your visit etched in their hardwood. #3. Don’t spread your stuff all over their house. Make a little “guest nest” and keep it neat. #4. Adjust to their schedule. Don’t start your high-impact aerobics at 6 a.m. #5 Be considerate of your smells. No one wants to taste your faux-Channel in the air of their living room nor “eau de poop” in their bathroom. (Enough said.)
