Miss Manners: It’s unlikely family is made uncomfortable by birthday cards with money inside

To be clear, Miss Manners has never liked sending money as a present. But the thought of a young child who has been used to ...

Miss Manners: How do I handle family who ‘fact checks’ me while I’m in the middle of speaking?

GENTLE READER: There is no fighting with the internet. Miss Manners suggests you not even try. What you can do is stop ...

Miss Manners: My inconsiderate neighbors are ruining my backyard

But the link between not talking to the neighbors and the breakdown in civility is cause and effect. Why be considerate of ...

Miss Manners: I couldn’t believe my brother gifted me this ‘memento’ from mom’s funeral at Christmas

DEAR MISS MANNERS: When my mother passed away some years ago, my brother and his wife placed a stuffed black cat toy in her casket. My mother had owned several black cats.

Miss Manners: Are ‘do not reply’ emails the adult version of ‘I can’t hear you’?

In today's Miss Manners column, advice columnist Judith Martin responds to when automated responses are acceptable and why ...

Miss Manners: My neighbor keeps inviting outsiders to our ladies’ nights out

GENTLE READER: It bothers you, Miss Manners is guessing, because these outings are a chance for the neighborhood ladies to bond and connect. If members of the group are going to invite just anyone, ...

Miss Manners: Should I pick up the meatball I dropped or leave it?

In today's Miss Manners column, advice columnist Judith Martin responds to when a meatball rolls onto the floor during dinner ...

Miss Manners: Should I confront shoppers who leave their purses unattended?

In today's Miss Manners column, advice columnist Judith Martin responds to the social obligations when witnessing potentially ...

Miss Manners: Is it rude to have cell phone conversations in public?

In today's Miss Manners column, advice columnist Judith Martin responds to the social acceptability of phone conversations in ...