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In today's Miss Manners column, advice columnist Judith Martin responds to when friends question your other friendships.
DEAR MISS MANNERS: My husband and I hosted a longtime friend of mine for 10 days at our home. She had told me she enjoys ...
GENTLE READER: You may be right that your relative’s comment is a subtle complaint at the suspension of gifts, but if so, it ...
Dear Miss Manners: I shared a cute photo of my daughter with several other mothers by creating a group text. It was a single ...
Miss Manners believes this arises from two assumptions. One assumption is that private hosts, like restaurants, count places, ...
Miss Manners is certain that your heartfelt gratitude, in the form of a gracious and appreciative handwritten letter, will be ...
DEAR MISS MANNERS: I shared a cute photo of my daughter with several other mothers by creating a group text. It was a single ...
DEAR MISS MANNERS: I have skills and interests that are rather unusual in modern times. I enjoy these hobbies immensely, ...
GENTLE READER: Group texts without prior consent are a violation and they must be stopped. They are not only confusing, what ...
DEAR MISS MANNERS: My brother and his wife were visiting me for a week. During that week, I was invited to a barbecue at the ...
DEAR MISS MANNERS: I’m seeking some guidance on how best to navigate my dietary restrictions with grace. I have celiac disease, meaning I cannot tolerate gluten in any form.
DEAR MISS MANNERS: My brother and I celebrated the birthday of a close friend with several others. The dinner was at a local restaurant, beginning at 5 p.m. (stated time).