Not only is this more polite, Miss Manners assures you, but if you are truly an expert in any given field, waiting it out ...

They say that the best table manners are those that no one notices. That is, they manifest themselves in a relaxed and ...

Dear Miss Manners: About a year ago, I met the man of my dreams, and he and I are planning a future together. I have a ...

I recently posted a query asking to borrow a piece of equipment for an upcoming surgery, and someone graciously responded.

Advice; Best of Miss Manners: Teen struggles with whiny coworker who expects others to pick up her slack. Published: ; Jul. 11, 2025, 10:00 a.m.

Miss Manners is certain that your heartfelt gratitude, in the form of a gracious and appreciative handwritten letter, will be thanks enough. That, and returning the equipment devoid of any bodily ...

A non-scientific survey of 105 Milwaukee Journal Sentinel readers found that 92% believe manners are declining. Readers cited various reasons for the decline, including politics, social media ...

DEAR MISS MANNERS: As a preteen, I was told by someone that it was rude to eat one food on my plate at a time — that I was supposed to move around my plate, eating bites of each item in succession.

DEAR MISS MANNERS: I am at a loss: My best friend has asked me to officiate her wedding to a guy I can’t stand. I’m not sure if I should tell her the truth or try to get out of it another way.

DEAR MISS MANNERS: I am wondering about the best way to answer odd questions, such as, ...