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[thatsmyjob]

There is the delicate clearing of a throat and then Thom's voice comes across the Net.As it seems that today is a day for a proper 'tea' I though some of you might appreciate a quick run down of 'tea' ettiquette. I should ammend that this is the 'Western' etiquette which I understand differs from the the more cerimonial Eastern way of taking tea

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[thatsmyjob]

Well, in general,

There is no practising before the match - the first ball you strike is the first ball you play on to the lawn.
Conventionally the lower handicap (better) player tosses the coin at the start of a game.
Before the game starts confirm with your opponent the type of game, any time limits and the number of bisques.
You must stand off the court when the adversary is playing. Law 51b.
You must play with expediency (without undue delay); long trances or extended discussions in doubles are unacceptable Law 49. To play deliberately slowly in a timed game when it is to your advantage is cheating - there are some viable tactics however.
When replacing a ball on the yard line you should face out of the court Law 12e. There then can be no dispute that the ball's position might be adjusted slightly left or right to your advantage, e.g. avoiding a wiring.
To summon a referee hold your mallet, head up, above your head. A referee may witness and rule on strokes, explain the Laws and sort out mistakes but not give advice.
To summon an 'umpire' or assistant referee, hold your mallet horizontally above your head. An assistant referee may witness and rule on strokes, but may not interpret the Laws or give advice.
Normally the winner offers to buy the drinks.

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[witchinbloom]

How fascinating

So pretended!

[thatsmyjob]

Just don't ask me to explain social networking for polo.

Re: So pretended!

[witchinbloom]

Oh, would you? I'm ever so confused.

Tara, you asked for it.

[thatsmyjob]

It all starts with the ponies. You always call them ponies, by the way, even though they are technically horses.

[Insert long and detailed description here of nuanced etiquette for polo, from the ponies, to the game itself, to what to wear, to what to serve, etc, etc.]

And she's loving every minute.

[witchinbloom]

How knowledgeable of you.

[thatsmyjob]

Well, I do like to think I have a well round...

Tara, did you just infer that I am a snob?

[witchinbloom]

I would never, Mr. Reston!

[thatsmyjob]

Humph, I am mortified.

[witchinbloom]

Then I apologize profusely for the insult you've found in my words.

[thatsmyjob]

As it is not proper for a gentleman to hold offense at a lady for any length of time, I forgive you and accept your pretty apology.

[witchinbloom]

Splendid!