We've all been there. Someone hands you a glass of water at a toast and you freeze, unsure whether to raise it. Or maybe ...

DEAR MISS MANNERS: My son has been dating his girlfriend for about six months. In many ways, they are compatible and good for each other. I am happy for him. She is very sociable and has a bubbly ...

DEAR MISS MANNERS: About two years ago, I completely and successfully left all social media behind. I also limited my texting to essential information. It has been largely a wonderful change in my ...

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DEAR MISS MANNERS: Many times, I have experienced the situation where someone is completely blocking a store aisle with their shopping cart. They see me coming and either move their basket aside to ...

DEAR MISS MANNERS: Are the rules about discussing religion in social settings somewhat relaxed when someone volunteers that they (or their family) are clergy? For instance, I’d never ask someone I ...

DEAR MISS MANNERS: About two years ago, I completely and successfully left all social media behind. I also limited my texting to essential information. It has been largely a wonderful change in my ...

FARGO – Training in social graces began early for Christine Chapweske. She and her five siblings grew up in Ohio, and every night at the dinner table became family manners "boot camp." "My mom worked ...

One aspect of meals that is almost as important to me as what my children eat is how they eat. And by "how" I don't mean whether they make healthy choices or eat appropriate portions. I mean how the ...

DEAR MISS MANNERS: I got into a spat with the head of social events at an embassy. She is annoyed that I brought my wife as a “plus one” to an embassy event to which I had been invited. It was ...