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Oh, Madonna.

Thank you for the reminder that being <a href="http://www.everydaytreats.com/2011/03/it-takes-strength-to-be-kind.html">gracious and kind</a> will get you everywhere; but that rudeness, especially when disguised as snark, makes you look like a brat.

Even when you're 53 years old.

Also? You can't fake good breeding, especially with an awful fake accent.

It's a cliche because it's true: It's the thought that counts. Be grateful for the gesture, even if the gift isn't what you wanted.

Here's to the class-acts in the world. Thank you for being kind like it's your job.

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