Everyone gets to decide for themselves what gifts they do and don't give. There should be no obligation to buy someone a gift ...

GENTLE READER: It is to our credit, Miss Manners believes, that Americans have an awkward relationship with those who serve ...

Hope Haven Farm Sanctuary in Allegheny County is run by Karen Phillips, a veterinarian, and is home to over 100 rescued ...

GENTLE READER: The phrase you want is “How nice FOR you,” with the emphasis on the “for.” Repeat as necessary. Please send ...

GENTLE READER: Decent people do not, as you said, admonish people directly. Nor do they go looking for trouble. If the ...

DEAR MISS MANNERS: When I take my sons to the pediatrician or call to make an appointment, the receptionist or nurse always ...

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In today's Miss Manners column, advice columnist Judith Martin responds to someone who is questioning their own generosity ...

DEAR MISS MANNERS: I am at the age where many of my friends' children are marrying. I am always delighted to be invited to ...

So far, I have taken a deep breath, sent a gift and talked about them behind their backs -- like decent people do.

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