The Big Elk Mountain Association Newsletter

“ This generosity extends to the most minor social events. Whenever you are having something to eat, drink, smoke, etc., you must always offer it to anyone who is with you. If you are sitting down having a cup of coffee and someone joins you, you must insist on getting him a cup as well. And if someone does this for you, you must not insist on paying for it. The only way to repay such a favor is to buy coffee for both of you the next time. If someone borrows money from you, if it is a small amount, you should not even expect it back, and if it is a large amount and is not repaid, there is a social pressure of just letting it go. Even if someone takes something from you, it is considered better not to ask for it back, although if it is something very meaningful or very valuable, you could discretely do so. ” - Unit 5: Hospitality and Friendship