Good manners are important, but they should come from a place of understanding, not pressure. When parents adopt a patient and empathetic approach, children are more likely to develop genuine ...

"I don't serve any junk. No processed food. I think that's key," she said. "And you can still have a good time." People coming to Super Bowl parties will be arriving hungry, she said, and as the ...

DEAR MISS MANNERS: I am pregnant, and I’d like to host a coed party to celebrate it. Not a baby shower: I do not want any gifts, and I do not want anyone else to have to shoulder the burden of ...

But this is my job, and when you say ‘Good girl,’ it makes me feel as though I am doing you a favor. Or that I am a pet instead of a colleague.” (Please send your questions to Miss Manners ...

DEAR MISS MANNERS: People often ask if I am an artist ... When I tell her I have finished a task or project, she will respond with “Good girl,” as if I am her pet or child.

Miss Manners is only relieved that your neighbor also had the good manners — and situational awareness — to leave after 10 minutes. She was afraid, when you mentioned the time, that your ...

Miss Manners is only relieved that your neighbor also had the good manners — and situational awareness — to leave after 10 minutes. She was afraid, when you mentioned the time, that your ...

Miss Manners is only relieved that your neighbor also had the good manners -- and situational awareness -- to leave after 10 minutes. She was afraid, when you mentioned the time, that your ...

DEAR MISS MANNERS: My oldest child is about to turn ... my husband and I have decided to rent a local event space to host the party. This will allow us to invite all of the kids without worrying ...

DEAR MISS MANNERS: My husband and I are frequently invited to another couple’s parties. We are all gay, male seniors. One member of this couple seems to be going through some cognitive issues.