But if they are talking pleasantries, you may smile or laugh or add something and see if it takes. There is a good chance ...
DEAR MISS MANNERS: For my 40th birthday, my sister planned a bowling party. She is very organized, and pre-entered the names of all 12 guests into the lanes (two lanes, six people at each).
Dad’s girlfriend showed up to the letter writer’s bowling birthday party and took over. Dear Miss Manners: For my 40th ...
Do we have to invite them to join us at a restaurant at some point? If so, may we try to “dilute” them by inviting others?
GENTLE READER: Your confidence that you are not required to reciprocate in your apartment, though technically correct, ...
Some medical facilities ban tipping because they pay parking attendants a living wage, and do not want patients with medical ...
DEAR MISS MANNERS: Because of a chronic illness, I have to go to a clinic in an urban setting three to four times per week.
The sign at the health clinic I visit regularly says tipping the valet is not required — so I don’t. But one day, the valet ...
Some medical facilities ban tipping because they pay parking attendants a living wage, and do not want patients with medical ...
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A pair of neighbors hosted my wife and me for an impromptu dinner, to which we contributed a nice salad. The food was fine, the apartment lovely. We have sent them a thank-you note.
DEAR MISS MANNERS: A pair of neighbors hosted my wife and me for an impromptu dinner, to which we contributed a nice salad.