No one knew what to say or how to stop her, since we don’t really even know her, and no one wanted her to be uncomfortable.

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

But if more is necessary, you can say, “I have other causes I support.” DEAR MISS MANNERS: What is the proper way to eat ...

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 ...

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: For my 40th birthday, my sister planned a bowling party. She is very organized, and pre-entered the names ...

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

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

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

For your sake, Miss Manners hopes not. She suggests that you create a menu, at least 75% of which is OK for you to eat. Then, just for fun, do not tell your curious family member which 75% it is. DEAR ...

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

I don’t mind chipping in, but I’m wondering why she’s inviting me over at all if entertaining is a burden, both time-wise and ...