Miss Manners: Dad’s new girlfriend ruins bowling birthday party
No one knew what to say or how to stop her, since we don’t really even know her, and no one wanted her to be uncomfortable.
Miss Manners: A virtual stranger disrupted my bowling party, and nobody knew what to do
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).
Miss Manners: How to handle a gift acknowledgment lapse after a destination wedding
We will soon begin seeing the young couple and his parents frequently, as the social season is beginning. When we see them, ...
Miss Manners: Friend is bringing poodle to dinner and opera. Can we bow out?
She plans to bring her annoying poodle to dinner and the opera. Her friends want to bow out. Dear Miss Manners: My husband ...
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Miss Manners: Do I have to donate to my friend’s charity?
Dear Miss Manners: I have a good friend who is the polar opposite of me on politics, religion and almost every other subject. We are cognizant of these differences, and refrain from debate or ...
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Miss Manners: Must a patient tip valets at medical facilities parking structures?
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.
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Miss Manners: Chronically ill and confused by valet tipping etiquette
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.
Miss Manners: How to handle a friend bringing a disruptive dog to an event
(Please send your questions to Miss Manners at her website, www.missmanners.com; to her email, [email protected]; or ...
Miss Manners: I can’t find the right sympathy cards, so I’m using floral ones instead
GENTLE READER: Not only comfortably, but while also saving money and effort.
Miss Manners: I’d like to tell a few close friends I’m finally pregnant. But I can’t get a word in edgewise
I am hesitant to just share the news with no lead-in, since one friend was somewhat taken aback when I completely sprung it ...
Miss Manners: May I clean up a dinner party while my guests are entertained by my spouse?
DEAR MISS MANNERS: My husband and I love to throw dinner parties, but often our guests stay late into the evening. My husband ...
Miss Manners: I’m snot sure what to do about my allergies, runny nose
In today's Miss Manners column, advice columnist Judith Martin responds to a friend concerned about their allergy issues.