The Gracious Child
I know it’s hard to get a kid to sit down to write a thank you note, but the gesture is an important one that speaks volumes about how you are raising your children. My brother Paul came to visit us in the Hamptons with his family recently. His stepson Rinat, a budding journalist, wrote this article for his school newspaper. In it, he expresses his appreciation for his visit in such a sweet way. He also sent me a thank you note shortly after the visit.
“Visiting a Countess”
A few weeks ago, my family and I visited my step-aunt who lives in the Hamptons on Long Island. Her name is Luann, although most people know her as Countess Luann de Lesseps from the BRAVO television show, “The Real Housewives of New York City.” Luann is my step-dad’s sister so I figure that makes her my step-aunt.
Our journey started on the ferry to Orient Point, and then on two more ferries. My stepbrother and I kept asking “Are we there yet?” We finally pulled in her driveway, and I was amazed — her house was so big, I thought I was living in a dream! We were greeted by her dog, Aston, and welcomed by Luann and her children, Victoria and Noel. Victoria is 14 and you will see her on the show riding her horse, and Noel is 12, and you’ll see him riding his ATV in the yard.
Luann is also the author of a book titled, Class with the Countess, which was published earlier this year. Her book offers advice and tips on a number of subjects — from self-confidence to table settings. Luann and her children set a good example of “class” during our visit, and I can’t waitto visit them again soon. Visit Luann on Facebook — she’d love to hear from you!
Rinat Reed, Middlefield, Connecticut
I’m so proud of my step-nephew Rinat who took the time out of his busy life to write this article about our family. I was sent Rinat’s article with a nice photo via email. The way Rinat expressed his gratitude says a lot about my brother Paul and his new wife Denise.
Tip: Children can acknowledge generosity in many ways whether it is a phone call, an email or a hand written note, which is by far is the most impressive. It’s the gesture that matters.
“Visiting a Countess”
A few weeks ago, my family and I visited my step-aunt who lives in the Hamptons on Long Island. Her name is Luann, although most people know her as Countess Luann de Lesseps from the BRAVO television show, “The Real Housewives of New York City.” Luann is my step-dad’s sister so I figure that makes her my step-aunt.
Our journey started on the ferry to Orient Point, and then on two more ferries. My stepbrother and I kept asking “Are we there yet?” We finally pulled in her driveway, and I was amazed — her house was so big, I thought I was living in a dream! We were greeted by her dog, Aston, and welcomed by Luann and her children, Victoria and Noel. Victoria is 14 and you will see her on the show riding her horse, and Noel is 12, and you’ll see him riding his ATV in the yard.
Luann is also the author of a book titled, Class with the Countess, which was published earlier this year. Her book offers advice and tips on a number of subjects — from self-confidence to table settings. Luann and her children set a good example of “class” during our visit, and I can’t waitto visit them again soon. Visit Luann on Facebook — she’d love to hear from you!
Rinat Reed, Middlefield, Connecticut
I’m so proud of my step-nephew Rinat who took the time out of his busy life to write this article about our family. I was sent Rinat’s article with a nice photo via email. The way Rinat expressed his gratitude says a lot about my brother Paul and his new wife Denise.
Tip: Children can acknowledge generosity in many ways whether it is a phone call, an email or a hand written note, which is by far is the most impressive. It’s the gesture that matters.
posted by LuAnn deLesseps
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2 Comments :
I agree, LuAnn. My mother taught me early on to be gracious and have gratitude towards everyone. This is the same legacy I'll pass to my daughter.
Thanks for an amazing blog.
I wish you could give me some advice on how to get my 15 year old daughter to appreciate what she has and realize the whole greener grass thing is so true. I am seriously considering taking her to a battered women shelter nearby, where hopefully we can do some volunteer work and maybe she can see how rough some people have it. We do not have much but we, my family love each other, we have a small home but its nestled in between several horse farms where we get to experience the beauty of the country. We always have food on the table, even if its just dads special noodles, which is just Ramon noodles with a flair. I treat my daughter as just that,a daughter, not like one of my friends but she can talk to me about anything just like my friends would. I love her so much but she thinks I discipline her because I'm mean. I just wish she could see how good we have it. Deana C.
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