Giving genuine thanks for an unexpected gift shows the giver that you truly recognize and appreciate their thoughtful gesture ...

For someone who puts in great effort to make your birthday special, you can thank them personally or call them instead of sending a text message. Additionally, if they are a part of a chat group ...

DEAR MISS MANNERS: My husband believes that when we receive a single, indivisible gift intended for us as a couple (such as a ...

My husband believes that when we receive a single, indivisible gift intended for us as a couple (such as a platter, ...

would prefer that we send a single message, using “we” in the note with one person writing and each individual signing.