But Miss Manners acknowledges that there is also the less blameworthy impulse to offer comfort -- not just sympathy -- when ...

DEAR MISS MANNERS: Some relatives and I were told of a baby shower for a distant cousin. No formal invitations were sent; we ...

Dear Miss Manners: Two years ago, I introduced my close, longtime friend, Nora, to Lauren, an acquaintance whose husband is ...

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It is clear they are taking shortcuts to save expenses. I don’t think they are being cheap; they are just on a budget.

If she is still around when the kids go to sleep, your husband can sit with her while you catch up on work — or on a good book. Please send your questions to Miss Manners at her website ...

DEAR MISS MANNERS: I have a strong moral requirement not to lie, which has led me to reflect on the role of full truthfulness ...

Sirajuddin Aziz ...

GENTLE READER: Honesty is a virtue, and sparing people’s feelings is a virtue. Why do you think you must choose between them? Yes, you should still turn in a criminal, even if it causes that person ...

When I got home and was told about it, I felt bad about ... her good intentions and saying that she could hardly be expected ...