Asking Eric: Is it too late to thank people who supported me during my grief?
I have tried a couple times after my daughter passed away to start writing thank-you cards to those who sent flowers, did ...
Celebrities are paying tribute to 'Top Gun' star Val Kilmer after his death: 'Thank you for defining so many of the movies of my childhood'
"Val will be greatly missed, but his legacy will live on forever in the films and performances he so brilliantly shared with ...
Asking Eric: I became hysterical trying to write ‘thank you’ cards following my daughter’s death
Dear Still in Grief: I’m so sorry for the loss of your daughter. You’ve been through something awful and there’s no timetable ...
Dear Annie: My boyfriend’s relationship with his best friend feels secretive
"I’m somewhat confused by their relationship because if they’re just friends, I don’t understand why he always has problems ...
Dear Abby | Man pines for female friend who already turned him down
DEAR PIE-FREE: The next time your well-meaning neighbor brings a pie to your home, remind her that you and your family avoid ...
I met a friend for lunch. When the check arrived, she said, ‘Thank you so much for paying!’ Was I taken for a fool?
Since you like the tea, I thought I might share a story that happened to me. A female high-school friend and I had decided to ...
People assume twins are close, but my sister and I weren't. As adults, we lived together for 8 months and became best friends.
My twin sister and I were never close growing up. After living together in adulthood for 8 months, we went from acquaintances ...
A Thank You To My Hockey Friends From The Maven's Heart
Saluting myself on The Maven's 93d birthday is worthy of a Game Misconduct. Understand, that's not what this missive is all ...
My Friend’s Show Was Kind of Terrible. What Do I Say When I See Them?
There are three basic options here: Tell the truth, as a form of tough love. Find something to say that is appreciative but ...
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Miss Manners: Whom do I thank for my late friend’s monetary bequest?
I recently received a small monetary bequest. My friend's executor is the eldest of her three children. Should I write a thank-you note for this bequest, and if so, to whom should it be addressed?
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Taking a moment for a miracle of spring
Cedar waxwings pillage fruit and berries, and they work quickly, often stripping a tree in minutes before moving on. As Relma ...