Miss Manners: And the award for ‘Most Unpleasant Host’ goes to…

I was invited to a dinner party and to watch an awards show on TV. One of the hosts yelled repeatedly about the results, ...

Miss Manners: It feels excessively bougie that my family sends ‘save the date’ cards for kid’s birthday

Miss Manners is reminded of the time a toddler of her acquaintance finally succeeded at toilet training, and her mother said, ...
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Miss Manners: Adopting the save the date tradition for children’s birthdays

How can I best respond to inquiries into my availability so far in advance, when I don’t even think the child will note my ...

Miss Manners: They send ‘save-the-date cards’ for their kids’ birthday parties!

DEAR MISS MANNERS: I’m used to fielding save-the-date cards for weddings. In those cases, they are a courtesy, allowing us to ...

Miss Manners: My host’s F-bombs and complaints ruined our TV watch party

After yet another complaint, I tried to make a joke. I said something like, “Well, tell us how you really feel!” ...

12 British etiquette rules Americans need to adopt

Memorize these British etiquette rules to look perfectly proper in every situation—from social gatherings to business meetings ...

Miss Manners: Can I let the watch party host know he’s being a jerk?

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Miss Manners: Host’s rude behavior ruins awards show watch party

Dear Miss Manners: I was invited to a dinner party and to watch an awards show on TV. One of the hosts yelled repeatedly ...