In a world that, for the most part, still values respect, kindness, and empathy, instilling good manners in our children is ...

DEAR MISS MANNERS: What is the proper way to eat pitted cherries? Cutting them up to remove the pits seems excessive, but ...

A gracious letter, paired with a token present that shows you pay attention to their style, is perfect. Other than that, Miss ...

Dad’s girlfriend showed up to the letter writer’s bowling birthday party and took over. Dear Miss Manners: For my 40th ...

Knowing how to behave at meals isn't just about proper etiquette. Turns out, your table manners send coded messages about you ...

At a bowling party for my 40th birthday, my dad brought his girlfriend. It didn’t take her long to try to take over the whole ...

Do we have to invite them to join us at a restaurant at some point? If so, may we try to “dilute” them by inviting others?

My friend started a new charity and is asking her circle for donations. But I choose the causes I support carefully and her’s ...

Dear Miss Manners: I have a good friend who is the polar opposite of me on politics, religion and almost every other subject.

DEAR MISS MANNERS: I have a good friend who is the polar opposite of me on politics, religion and almost every other subject.

But if they are talking pleasantries, you may smile or laugh or add something and see if it takes. There is a good chance ...

DEAR MISS MANNERS: I have a good friend who is the polar opposite of me on politics, religion and almost every other subject.