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From the monthly archives:

June 2009

Open thread

by EPI Staff on June 24, 2009

Welcome to Etiquette Daily This open thread is your space to use as you like.  We invite you to discuss current and traditional etiquette. Feel free to ask questions of each other and the community moderators here.

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Q: My fiance expects to be involved all aspects of our wedding, but my mother doesn’t think it’s proper.  What do you say? A: Tell your mother your fiance is right in line with the growing trend of today’s grooms being actively involved in their weddings.  Many men are having their say in everything from [...]

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Open thread

by EPI Staff on June 23, 2009

Welcome to Etiquette Daily This open thread is your space to use as you like.  We invite you to discuss current and traditional etiquette. Feel free to ask questions of each other and the community moderators here.

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Given the increasing use of smartphones, the NYT times asks an interesting question about the role that BlackBerries play in today’s business world. We are curious what you think. Is it appropriate to use a BlackBerry during a meeting? No, you should give your undivided attention to the people in the meeting.(56%, 240 Votes) Sometimes, it [...]

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Not In Our House!: Guests who smoke

by EPI Staff on June 22, 2009

Q: My brother-in-law and his wife will visit us this summer, and I’m concerned because I know he expects to be able to smoke in our home.  I have three young children and won’t allow it.  The problem is that my husband is uncomfortable about saying no smoking and has left it up to me [...]

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Open thread

by EPI Staff on June 22, 2009

Welcome to Etiquette Daily This open thread is your space to use as you like.  We invite you to discuss current and traditional etiquette. Feel free to ask questions of each other and the community moderators here.

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Q:I was delighted when I was asked to be a bridesmaid at a friend’s wedding but shocked when the maid of honor said the bridesmaids were expected to host and pay for the bridal shower.  As a college student, I can’t afford to pay for a dress, gift, and shower.  Am I required to host [...]

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Open thread

by EPI Staff on June 19, 2009

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Q:I ran into a friend I’d heard had face-lift and who looked noticeably younger than she did the last time I saw her.  Since she’s obviously told people about her surgery, would it have been all right to mention it-and how good she looked? A:Unless she told you about the surgery herself, you were right [...]

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Open thread

by EPI Staff on June 18, 2009

Welcome to Etiquette Daily This open thread is your space to use as you like.  We invite you to discuss current and traditional etiquette. Feel free to ask questions of each other and the community moderators here.

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