The people of Japan are polite, but what they consider polite and what you might consider polite at home are likely di ...

DEAR MISS MANNERS: The first time my friend left me waiting for her for an hour when we had plans to meet for lunch, I expressed my displeasure. She defended herself with the same excuses she used ...

Miss Manners would like to think that these friends will have now learned that your invitations – and patience – are not infinite. But sadly, you and she both know better.

DEAR MISS MANNERS: I know several people who use walkers, and I see some of the devices’ limitations. It can be hard navigating tall curbs, walking over rocky ground, maneuvering through tight ...

Manners are important in Japan, and while most of the country’s etiquette has its roots in common sense, certain points might not be so intuitive for visitors from other parts of the world. Thankfully ...

DEAR MISS MANNERS: I am employed at a local department store where my primary position is in the dressing room. I check the number of items taken into each room, then I button, zip and hang up ...

DEAR MISS MANNERS: I am employed at a local department store where my primary position is in the dressing room. I check the number of items taken into each room, then I button, zip and hang up ...

DEAR MISS MANNERS: My wife and I had an amazing and intimate honeymoon in the Leeward Islands. In the spirit of the occasion, we booked first-class tickets for our flights. During boarding for the ...

DEAR MISS MANNERS: My wife and I had an amazing and intimate honeymoon in the Leeward Islands. In the spirit of the occasion, we booked first-class tickets for our flights. During boarding for the ...

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