But beware the occasional outlier — like the woman who wrote to Miss Manners after being asked to provide six bottles of wine ...

I work at a nonprofit that prides itself on being all-volunteer, with no boss. Decisions are made at monthly meetings. Having worked 35 years at a job with bosses, I understand that dynamic better.

DEAR MISS MANNERS: I have hired a cleaning woman, and she needs money to save for a newer automobile. She has no family in ...

As the holiday season approaches, festive gatherings and parties are just around the corner! Here are some essential ...

Carolyn Rothermel taught two levels of “Mind Your Manners” programs, one for first- and second-graders and another for third- ...

I am a divorced woman with no nearby family, so I am often invited to the homes of various close friends on holidays. Last year, I was invited to a Thanksgiving with about 30 people.

They said they would like me to bring SIX bottles of wine, plus several containers of ice cream. My contribution cost me about $150.

DEAR WONDERING: The age of consent in New Hampshire is 16. Rather than tell the parents, talk to the teens to be sure they ...

GENTLE READER: When you say you were very pointedly watching the movie, Miss Manners understands you to mean that, in spite ...

GENTLE READER: The proper response lies between those two extremes. By saying, “Thank you for your apology,” you accept it ...

DEAR MISS MANNERS: Two years ago, a friend and I met for lunch and to celebrate our birthdays. She presented me with a card that featured a stylized drawing of a breed of dog whom we both are fond of.

Two years ago, a friend and I met for lunch and to celebrate our birthdays. She presented me with a card that featured a ...