I do not want (my friend) to feel like I want to avoid him or don’t enjoy his company, he’s just a bit boring in comparison.

My oldest child is getting married, and we’re finalizing the guest list. I’m hesitating about who, if anyone, to invite from ...

DEAR MISS MANNERS: While acknowledging gratitude for being invited to quite a few social events, how do I decline an ...

A reader hates non-apologies, but thinks maybe it’s appropriate for her friend who missed a long-arranged charter bus ...

We spent a lot of time making this decision and we're happy with the puppy we got. Many people are horrified we'd consider ...

I’m sorry, I’m under the weather” might be OK to use (in truth, we are all “under” the weather), but only as a last-minute ...

To be clear, Miss Manners has never liked sending money as a present. But the thought of a young child who has been used to ...

DEAR MISS MANNERS: Carrie and Ashley are both good friends of ours. We enjoy their company and accept their social invitations when offered. A few years ago, they had a kerfuffle that put a strain on ...

DEAR MISS MANNERS: My pet dachshund is slightly overweight. The vet said he should lose 3 pounds. When we are out walking, people will occasionally make hurtful remarks about him, like “He really ...

DEAR MISS MANNERS: Carrie and Ashley are both good friends of ours. We enjoy their company and accept their social invitations when offered. A few years ago, they had a kerfuffle that put a strain on ...

My pet dachshund is slightly overweight. The vet said he should lose 3 pounds. When we are out walking, people will occasionally make hurtful remarks about him, like“ He really likes his food, doesn’ ...