Miss Manners: I regret that I’ve never sent thank-you notes, but I intend to start the practice
Is there any decorous way to acknowledge my failure to do so over the past few years and to express my regret? Or would that ...
Miss Manners: I want to make up for years of not sending thank-you notes
DEAR MISS MANNERS: My landlady is a kind and thoughtful woman. She goes out of her way to ensure the comfort and livelihood ...
The San Bernardino Sun14d
Welcome back, cursive! The ‘art form’ is now back in the classroom
With all the divisions in this country, it’s amazing that the ability to round out your letters has become controversial, ...
Miss Manners: A thank-you note that also begs forgiveness
DEAR MISS MANNERS: My landlady is a kind and thoughtful woman. She goes out of her way to ensure the comfort and livelihood ...
Miss Manners: He insulted me, then asked for a hug. I am done with him.
However, while I am always — always — effusively grateful and do my best to show her the same considerations, I have never ...
MLive4d
Miss Manners: Even though I thanked someone in person, is it too late to send a thank-you note?
However, while I am always -- always -- effusively grateful and do my best to show her the same considerations, I have never sent a thank-you note. I was simply never taught and am saddened to think I ...
Miss Manners: He insulted me with his intolerance, then wanted a hug
The organizer of a social club insulted a member by saying he wouldn’t attend LGBTQ events because of his religion. Then he ...
Miss Manners: How do I handle man who made unwanted, homophobic insult?
Do you have advice on how to courteously avoid having to interact with him, especially if he approaches me for a conversation ...
Miss Manners: A late ‘thank you’ is better than nothing
In today's Miss Manners column, advice columnist Judith Martin offers advice on how to begin the habit of writing thank-you notes, even if one has missed opportunities in the past.
Lost Skills Boomers Mastered That Younger Generations Would Benefit From Learning
Many younger cooks rely on electric sharpeners or professional services, but sharpening knives by hand offers better control ...
Why Texting the Dead Helps Those Still Living
Why do some people get the urge to text or message deceased friends or family? One writer explores his feelings and asks ...
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Closing the K-2 learning gap through systematic writing instruction
Systematic writing instruction helps educators close K-12 literacy gaps and gives students the foundation they need for ...