DEAR MISS MANNERS: My husband believes that when we receive a single, indivisible gift intended for us as a couple (such as a platter, restaurant gift card or other anniversary gift) or a shared ...

My husband believes that when we receive an indivisible gift, both he and I should write separate thank-you note messages.

Is it ever considered too late to send thank-you cards acknowledging those who were there for my daughter and myself during her illness and funeral services and how much I appreciated them?

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.

GENTLE READER: You raise an interesting question: Does a “celebration of life” require etiquette adjustments from a funeral ... give gift cards (with a note) to mail carriers, janitors ...

The feel of the paper, the art of the postage stamp, personal penmanship, and the effort associated with getting that to a loved one in the mail all make a handwritten thank you note special.

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

GENTLE READER: You raise an interesting question: Does a “celebration of life” require etiquette adjustments from a funeral ... always has time for me. I thank her for her care and personal ...

He jokingly noted that his funeral services would take place on Friday. Carlito also thanked everyone for their thoughts and prayers. "Thank you everyone for your thought & prayers!..my funeral ...