Is Ennis in need of a charm makeover? Maybe Ellery should consider enrolling Ennis in Charm School, where, according to one charm school curriculum, Ennis would learn:
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Small talk/ attentive listening. The art of conversation, light banter, use of foreign phrases; eye contact, earnest gazing, unisex eye batting, etc.
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Formalities. Impressive introduction, salutations, endearing good-byes, thank-you notes, extending invitations, responding to invitations, etc.
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How to tell somebody something they'd rather not hear. Practice conversational formula for expressing yourself honestly and respectfully in sticky situations both personal and public.
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Mastering your world non-verbally. Eye-catching, hand gestures, non-verbal cues, etc. (I can just imagine the hand gestures Ennis would use in class!)
Ennis would be expected to read the prescribed textbook
The Art of Civilized Conversation: How to Express Yourself with Grace and Style.On second thoughts … nah! Love that boy just as he is!