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I am passionate about queues. In my book, forming an orderly line is a practical embodiment of democracy. Your place depends not on privilege or power but on your time of arrival or if the queue ...
My brothers and I experienced some of our ugliest realities in “good” schools. I remember learning about slavery and seeing ...
The boy's own guide to good principles, habits and manners by Simonds, William, 1822-1859. [from old catalog] Publication date 1853 Topics Conduct of life, Boys Publisher Boston, Massachusetts Sabbath ...
Societal polarization has reached the classroom. But teaching students to share and listen to different perspectives is a ...
Third-grade teacher Danielle Sutherland received the surprise of a lifetime when her students helped her fiancé Josh propose to her. NBC News’ Jose Diaz-Balart has this story and more in this ...
DEAR MISS MANNERS: Can you please advise me on how to politely deal with heavy condensation dripping from water glasses, wine goblets, cocktail glasses, etc., at outdoor restaurants when coasters ...
Miss Manners: Another mother chided me for group-texting a cute photo. Was I wrong? Plus: People who wear drab colors and ugly shoes make rude comments about my pretty outfits ...
I’d like to include a token of my gratitude upon returning (a borrowed) item, but have no idea what, since this person is a stranger to me.
Table manners count! At home, it feels good to be casual and free of restrictions, but it’s always good to follow some manners so that you keep them with you wherever you go.
Young ladies shared giggles and tea while learning poise and confidence at this year’s Polite East Texas Charm Camp, hosted by the warm and whimsical Janet Glaze. Opening her home to local kids, Glaze ...
Miss Manners: Stop with the group texts Friend does not want to be included in a group text chain with being asked first.