DEAR MISS MANNERS: When my children were growing up, we were close friends with another family. Both families taught the children old-fashioned respect for their elders and expected them to call ...

Would it be wrong for a church member to ask people to leave the church due to disruptive and inappropriate behavior? My ...

DEAR MISS MANNERS: We are a blended family. I invited our adult children to Thanksgiving. They responded by asking if “other people,” i.e. non-family members, might be there. I said possibly. They ...

DEAR MISS MANNERS: We are a blended family. I invited our adult children to Thanksgiving. They responded by asking if “other people,” i.e. non-family members, might be there. I said possibly. They ...

DEAR MISS MANNERS: When my children were growing up, we were close friends with another family. Both families taught the children old-fashioned respect for their elders and expected them to call ...

DEAR MISS MANNERS: We invited over some of my partner’s friends who all have young children. Our children are grown, but we adore kids. We understand that kids make messes. We childproofed by moving ...

While there are certainly some social norms and old-fashioned etiquette expectations — like "respecting your elders" without reservation or certain dress codes — that no longer make sense or feel ...

DEAR MISS MANNERS: I’ve received several invitations to large, planned events via group text. Whether for a retirement party, bridal shower or anniversary celebration, each message included the image ...

DEAR MISS MANNERS: My friend has coached our daughter’s soccer team for years. At the end of each season, he graciously hosts a much-anticipated afternoon barbecue for the girls and their parents.

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