A select few actors got their start doing standup and/or comedy before making the leap to acting. Arguably one of the ...

DEAR MISS MANNERS: I am wondering if it would be crass or in poor taste to give a new widow a thoughtful sympathy card with ...

DEAR MISS MANNERS: I am wondering if it would be crass or in poor taste to give a new widow a thoughtful sympathy card with money in it, rather than sending flowers. A dear friend just became widowed ...

DEAR MISS MANNERS: I am wondering if it would be crass or in poor taste to give a new widow a thoughtful sympathy card with ...

DEAR MISS MANNERS: I am wondering if it would be crass or in poor taste to give a new widow a thoughtful sympathy card with ...

I am wondering if it would be crass or in poor taste to give a new widow a thoughtful sympathy card with money in it, rather ...

Dear Miss Manners: I am wondering if it would be crass or in poor taste to give a new widow a thoughtful sympathy card with ...

How can I politely invite someone to my home but also indicate that they should not bring their friends or family with them?

A delightful evening of good food and great company unfolded as the ever-gracious Nene Leonor hosted an intimate dinner for ...

I invited a friend to go to a show with a limited run, and mentioned in my invitation that it was almost sold out.

That would indeed stretch the food. But assuming they are separate: ...

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