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"Miss Manners: Noise Complaints Force Season Ticket Holders to Give Up Concerts"
A reader laments the decline in audience behavior at live performances, citing disruptive actions such as arriving late, frequent trips to the snack bar, and loud hooting. The reader and her husband had to give up their season tickets due to the inconsiderate behavior of fellow audience members. Miss Manners suggests that the decline in audience etiquette can be attributed to various factors, including the habit of watching entertainment at home, the desire for interactive experiences, and the need to document experiences online. The reader also seeks advice on feeling excluded when her offers to help with preparation or cleanup at family celebrations are declined, to which Miss Manners explains that it is a courtesy, not a form of exclusion.
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Miss Manners' Etiquette Dilemmas: Gift Giving, Social Media, and Thank You Notes
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"Miss Manners: Reunion Turns into Donation Drive Debacle"
Originally Published 2 years ago — by UExpress
Miss Manners provides advice on various etiquette dilemmas, including whether it is appropriate for a school's development office to make a donation appeal at a reunion, how to handle the purchase of an engagement ring from Russia amid political tensions, what to do after burping at a restaurant, how to address noise issues in a guest room, how to handle unwanted advances from a former romantic partner, and whether it is necessary to return cash when someone else pays for a meal.
"Preserving Privacy in a Two-Story Home: Miss Manners' Advice on Guest Room Acoustics"
Originally Published 2 years ago — by UExpress
Miss Manners advises a couple who can hear everything happening in the guest room above their bedroom to pretend they can't hear anything and use soundproofing techniques to avoid making their guests uncomfortable. In another question, Miss Manners suggests telling a persistent friend who wants to rekindle a romantic relationship that the friendship is platonic and that the person has a committed partner. She also recommends informing the current partner about the situation. Miss Manners clarifies that there is no etiquette rule dictating how long to wait before putting trash in a recently changed trash bin. She advises an office administrator who is often called "Dear" by male callers to respond by saying, "I'm sorry, do we know one another?" to discourage such familiarity. Miss Manners advises against sharing the details of a good deal when receiving compliments on clothing or accessories, as it may prolong the conversation and not be of interest to the complimenter. She suggests simply saying "thank you." Additionally, Miss Manners advises a person with high anxiety to politely decline attending their boss's daughter's wedding without offering an excuse. Lastly, Miss Manners recommends apologizing and offering logistical and financial help to replace a pair of glasses that were accidentally dropped and run over by a car.
"Ask Amy: Dealing with Inconsiderate Friends and Talkative Writers in Social Settings"
Originally Published 2 years ago — by MLive.com
A party host expresses frustration over inconsiderate friends who failed to RSVP or canceled last minute, leaving them with wasted food and feeling embarrassed. The columnist emphasizes the importance of responding to invitations and suggests using technology to track guest lists and send reminders. While hosts should anticipate some cancellations, it is common courtesy not to expose others to illness. The columnist advises the host to consider leaving off those who ignored the invitation from future guest lists but notes that bringing up the issue is not necessary.
Etiquette for Approaching Famous Athletes in Public.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by OregonLive
Miss Manners advises that when encountering celebrities, a quiet, unobtrusive "I'm a big fan" is appropriate. If a relative's eyeglasses bother you, give them an eyeglass lanyard instead of asking them to keep their glasses off the kitchen counter. When given a bottle of wine as a gift at a restaurant, it is impolite to ask for an exchange, and the gracious thing to do is to drink it.
Celebrity Neighbors: Navigating Etiquette with Miss Manners.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by UExpress
Miss Manners advises to greet celebrities with a quiet "I'm a big fan" and to politely decline being photographed at parties. She also suggests wearing the best dressy clothes one already has for a "black tie" event. In terms of COVID-19 etiquette, it is important to confirm guests' comfort levels before hosting events and to respect their decisions. Additionally, it is not appropriate to sell cookies in the office.
Tipping Etiquette: To Announce or Not to Announce?
Originally Published 2 years ago — by The Mercury News
A reader asks Miss Manners if they should announce their intention to tip extra when dining alone to make up for the lack of profit for the waitstaff. Miss Manners advises against it and suggests eating at the bar or not worrying about it. Another reader asks if it's appropriate for a guest to close the door to the guest bedroom when they are not in the room. Miss Manners believes that once occupied, a guest room is largely the guest's territory and exceptions should come with notice.
Navigating Workplace Etiquette: Miss Manners' Advice on Visiting Old Offices and Dressing Appropriately for Virtual Meetings.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by OregonLive
Miss Manners advises a reader on how to respond to former co-workers who question why they are visiting their old workplace. She suggests saying they are "just visiting old friends." In another question, Miss Manners advises a reader to stop sharing pictures of their niece with her mother, who seems uncomfortable with the updates. It is best to respect her wishes and not send any more updates.
Miss Manners: Etiquette Dilemmas on Thank-You Notes and Gift Giving.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by NJ.com
A reader asks Miss Manners if she should write thank-you notes for unsolicited gifts her mother's friends give to her children. Miss Manners suggests that the gifts are meant for the grandmother to give to the grandchild, and if the reader wants the presents to stop, she should stop writing thank-you notes. However, if the reader wants to continue receiving gifts, she should write thank-you notes. Miss Manners also notes that the children will be old enough to write the letters themselves in a couple of years.