A reader wonders if a bride is expected to explain why certain friends or family were left off the guest list; a mourner ...

Why should anyone take personal offense or press for a reason they were not included, much less devalue the relationship?

So, in response to compliments, try to practice saying “thank you” or even “yes, I’ve always liked this style” without ...

Despite my own fiercely held belief in thank-you notes, I do think there are a handful of situations where traditional ...

Thank you notes are effective because they’re a bit of a lost art. Think about the last time you actually sent a handwritten letter instead of quickly firing off an email or a text. Those mediums ...

Think of the last time you received a ‘thank you for purchasing’ email from a brand – it likely made an impact! Setting up automation to thank new customers is a simple way to be remembered, ...

Mr Yisa Usman, the sacked deputy director of the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board, JAMB, has stated that he is ...

I feel guilty declining these invitations, but at the same time, I honestly believe these are just gift-grabbing events.

Presents may be customary, but they are not compulsory. Therefore, you could attend the parties but choose not to add to the ...

DEAR MISS MANNERS: I am pregnant, and I’d like to host a coed party to celebrate it.

I feel guilty declining these invitations, but at the same time, I honestly believe these are just gift-grabbing events.

A reader is tired of accepting a friend’s invitations to every milestone party, which are really just gift-grabs; an ...