But that question is often, to Miss Manners’ thinking, misstated. Anyone with a serious medical condition understandably asks, “Whose need is greater?” And, in extreme situations ...
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.
DEAR ABBY: My mother-in-law has a habit that makes me sick to my stomach. When we are out to dinner with her, she frequently asks, “Can I have a taste of that?” Then, without waiting for a ...
DEAR MISS MANNERS: My neighbor, with whom I have friendly chats, sent a group text to several women, including me, inviting us all to meet for dinner at a local restaurant, followed by a yoga class.
DEAR MISS MANNERS: I live in a five-story condominium building that has a lot of retired people in it. I have been at the same job for 20-plus years, so I have a lot of vacation days. I don’t ...
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.
DEAR MISS MANNERS: My fiance and I moved to a new neighborhood, and our neighbors have been really friendly, dropping by to introduce themselves. One of our neighbors really likes to talk and ...