q If the door is open, a friend may enter the tipi directly. But if it is closed, he should announce his presence and wait for the owner to invite him to come in. q A male enters to the right and waits for the host to invite him to sit to the left of the owner at the rear. Be hospitable. q Always assume your guest is tired, cold, and hungry. q Always give your guest the place of honor in the lodge and at the feast, and serve him in reasonable ways. q Invited guests are expected to bring their own bowls and spoons. q Never sit while your guests stand. q Women never sit cross-legged like men. They can sit on their heels or with their legs to one side. q If your guest refuses certain foods, say nothing. He may be under a fast. q Protect your guest as one of the family. q Do not trouble your guest with many questions about himself. He will tell you what he wants you to know. q In another man’s lodge, follow his customs – not your own. q Never worry your host with your troubles. q Always repay calls of courtesy. Do not delay. q Give your host a little present upon leaving. Little presents are little courtesies and never offend. q Say “Thank You” for every gift, however small. q Compliment, even if you must strain the facts to do so. q Never walk between persons talking. q Never interrupt persons talking. q Always give place to your seniors in entering or leaving the lodge, or anywhere else. q Never sit while your seniors stand. q Never force your conversations on anyone. q Speak softly, especially before your elders, or in the presence of strangers. q Never come between anyone and the fire. q Do not stare at strangers. Drop your eyes if they stare hard at you. q The woman of the lodge is the keeper of the fire, but the men should help with heavier logs. q Be kind. q Show respect to all men and women, but grovel to none. q Let silence be your motto, until duty bids you to speak. q Thank GOD for every meal. |