Brother had placed a stuffed animal in their mother’s casket and then somehow gave it to the letter writer for Christmas.

She therefore suggests you continue the tradition until they turn 18 or 21. If it helps, virtually no one except Miss Manners ...

In today's Miss Manners column, advice columnist Judith Martin responds to when automated responses are acceptable and why ...

DEAR MISS MANNERS: A few months ago, I met a man on a singles website and we began dating. Things seemed to be progressing nicely between us until he blurted out that he was married. Miss Manners: ...

Miss Manners: My online photo ban draws a confounded response Miss Manners: I think it’s hurtful to ban children from weddings. Our pediatrician agrees. Miss Manners: My grandson calls this woman ...

DEAR MISS MANNERS: When my mother passed away some years ago, my brother and his wife placed a stuffed black cat toy in her casket. My mother had owned several black cats.

DEAR MISS MANNERS: A group of six longtime friends planned a get-together at my house including snacks and games. Miss Manners: Is it wrong to warn a foolish stranger about theft risks? Miss Manners: ...

I discovered a batch of pruned vines in my backyard. I think it’s rude of the neighbors to toss the mess over the fence.

I do not post on social media. I do not want my life, in words nor photos, posted. I get looks like I’m from another planet.

DEAR MISS MANNERS: I have now been to three (!) weddings where I found out that the couple was already married and just going through the motions. Related Articles Miss Manners: My online photo ban ...

DEAR MISS MANNERS: A few of my cousins have gotten married recently, and they requested that no children attend their ...

DEAR MISS MANNERS: A group of six longtime friends planned a get-together at my house including snacks and games. Miss Manners: I refuse to be part of their Christmas list ritual Miss Manners: Is it ...