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Published: Jan 15, 2026 at 11:55 PM
Dear Jacquelyn,
I enjoy dining out with a group of my friends. But there is one person who is always picking food off my plate. I don’t mind when a group of us shares dishes around the table, but I do...
Published: Jan 10, 2026 at 12:28 AM
Dear Jacquelyn,
I have a friend who jumps in and interrupts me when I’m talking. How should I politely handle someone who constantly interrupts me while I’m speaking?
Dear Reader,
Dealing with someone...
Published: Jan 03, 2026 at 02:09 AM
Dear Jacquelyn,
I made the mistake of accepting an invitation to a party that I would rather not attend. I only know the host and barely anyone else. As life would happen, I was then invited to anothe...
Published: Dec 26, 2025 at 01:05 PM
Dear Jacquelyn,
I know that you’re supposed to send thank-you notes for birthday and other gifts throughout the year. I’d love to hear your thoughts regarding whether you should send thank-you notes f...
Published: Dec 19, 2025 at 02:50 PM
Dear Jacquelyn,
I was embarrassed and caught off guard during the holidays last year. I received a gift I was not expecting and did not have one to give in return. I didn’t know if I should come up wi...
Published: Dec 12, 2025 at 04:15 AM
Dear Jacquelyn,
Should I get my boss a Christmas gift? I would like to acknowledge and show appreciation, but I’m not sure if this is a good idea.
Dear Reader,
Etiquette is actually quite clear on giv...
Published: Dec 05, 2025 at 06:29 AM
Dear Jacquelyn,
The one thing that sets me apart from my friends is that I do not drink alcohol. A big part of my problem is feeling awkward in social situations. Is there a casual, polite response I ...
Published: Nov 29, 2025 at 01:56 AM
Dear Jacquelyn,
I need a refresher on holiday tipping guidelines. Who specifically should I be tipping? Also, how much should I be tipping so I do not blow my own holiday budget?
Dear Reader,
Planning...
Published: Nov 23, 2025 at 05:22 PM
Dear Jacquelyn,
I’m trying to get a head start on my holiday planning. I’m debating whether or not to give gift cards as holiday presents this year. I would like to know if giving a gift card is too i...
Published: Nov 14, 2025 at 04:07 AM
Dear Jacquelyn,
During the holidays, things get fairly crowded and looking for a parking space is difficult. There are times people appear to be leaving but sit in their cars. Is there a polite way to...
