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I only correct the pronunciation if I expect to see that person again. This way, I’m not constantly feeling rude by correcting everyone.

I have an unusual, “made-up” first name. Nowadays it’s common for kids to have a uniquely spelled name, but I’m in my 60s, so it wasn’t common growing up. Related Articles Miss Manners: My neighbor’s ...

Many guests would think it rude if I excluded their spouses from the guest list. But I resent having to extend a party invitation to people I don’t know.

To be clear, Miss Manners has never liked sending money as a present. But the thought of a young child who has been used to ...

Mealtime in my house was chaotic. Introducing new rules to follow each week helped my kids with table manners.