People 40, 50, 60 years ago were much different then than are today. Back then as a general rule, people were courteous, especially if they worked with the public.

Children were taught manners from a very early age in those days, then grew up courteous without giving it a thought.

Some gas stations in earlier days would change your oil, then vacuum the interior and wash the windows. No extra charge. They didn't expect a tip, either, because they were paid for what they had done. Service was the name of the game and the customer always came first.

The minute you walked into a store, someone was there to greet you and help you find what you were looking for. If they didn't have what you were looking for, they told you who did.

I miss those days.