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