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				 Would Like to Avoid a Tipping Faux Pas... 
 
			
			I've been absent from the AMP game for a long time.  In the Dallas Disneyland of twenty years ago, the rule was simple: 200 on the table and you're good to go.  When I'd make an occasional trip to  Colorado, matters were similarly straightforward: 40/60/80 (or was it 60/80/100), depending on the level of service.  Last week I received a very competent half hour massage (had a hard day of work coming up and wasn't looking for anything else), and  gave the masseuse $30 (60 percent!) on the way out the door.  She accepted the gratuity without thanks, basically acting as though I were trying to place a tarantula in her hand.  A less awkward transaction next time would be nice, but if I have to continue to learn the new etiquette by trial and error, I certainly understand....
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