"Friendship Lost: The Gray Hair Dilemma"

A person shares their experience of losing a friend who insisted on dyeing her hair to appear younger, while they embraced their gray hair. Miss Manners comments on the silliness of judging someone based on their hair color and encourages embracing the dignity of aging. In another question, Miss Manners advises discreetly swiping lipstick residue off cups and glasses with a finger instead of using a napkin. Lastly, Miss Manners clarifies that as a roommate, one is not obligated to act as a host for guests they didn't invite, but as a couple, both partners are considered joint hosts.