I think that’s more than enough for any bride or groom. Gentle Reader: The simple answer would be that presents used to be ...

DEAR MISS MANNERS: I have been with my boyfriend for three years. We have agreed that when he graduates from college, we will ...

Dear Miss Manners: You are a very stupid person if you truly believe that wearing white shoes after Labor Day is a breach of ...

DEAR MISS MANNERS: I have an unusual first name. When I am introduced to a new acquaintance, often they will make a comment about it. Related Articles Miss Manners: If they’re trying to brighten my ...

DEAR MISS MANNERS: I am an aunt to a niece who is married with two sons. She’s always been somewhat naive about certain things. This last Christmas, she gave me a $25 gift card to a place where I get ...

DEAR MISS MANNERS: I know this will probably sound trivial, but: Who should decide who gets the leftover birthday cake? Related Articles Miss Manners: My wife crosses the line in taking over other ...

Dear Miss Manners: My son and daughter-in-law are expecting their first child. I broke the happy news to my best friend by telling her she would soon receive an invitation from them to their baby ...

DEAR MISS MANNERS: There was a 60-year member of our church who lived in our town all of her life, enjoying a 70-year marriage and raising four children here. In her 80s, she was widowed and lucky ...

DEAR MISS MANNERS: My summer internship went great and I’ve been hired! But I’m afraid I’m going to ruin it because my boss takes new hires out to lunch at her exclusive club. I had to buy a tie, ...

Dear Miss Manners: At times, a grocery checkout line will be very long, with only one cashier available. Someone with a full cart, three or four customers ahead of me, will offer a customer ...

DEAR MISS MANNERS: Since some political figures have demonstrated and encouraged boorish behavior, what was once seen as good breeding is now eschewed as unnecessary or unmanly. Is there still a place ...