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Q: When are standing ovations a proper expression of appreciation? Are they meant to express appreciation for the musical composition itself or for the musicians performance of it? Standing ovations seem to have become the norm at recitals and chamber music performances, etc. and no longer seem to be reserved for truly exceptional performances. A: [...]
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Q: How long do you have after you receive a present do you have to send a thank you note. A: You should write promptly, especially if the gift was mailed or delivered, so the giver of the gift knows you received it — and appreciated it! Within a week of receipt is a good [...]
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Q: If I receive a gift from someone but I haven’t gotten anything for her, do I need to run out and buy a present? A: Don’t panic. The most important thing is offering her your sincere thanks, and it’s fine to leave it at that. But you can certainly get her something if you [...]
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This post originally appeared at my parenting blog The Gift of Good Manners. I will be cross posting some of my favorite content from that blog here at the Etiquette Daily periodically. I hope you enjoy these posts as much as I enjoyed writing them. Table Conversation The art of dining includes several things: the [...]
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Q: What is the appropriate way to break up with your hairdresser? I have been using the same hairdresser for 6 years, but I’m not happy with my hair. I keep giving feedback, asking for advice or suggesting new things – and I’m just not willing to do it any more. The big problem is [...]
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Q: I recently received an invitation to a large “Hollywood’” themed party. It mentioned “festive attire”. Isn’t that just one step below “black tie’”? A: Festive attire calls for something that celebrates the season or the event. For the December holidays, for example, when this “dress code” is most often seen, consider semi-dressy fabrics, such [...]
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Q: We’ve been invited to several holiday parties this year. Is it okay to “double-book”? A: This is one of those times when it’s fine to double-book and go from one holiday party to another. The casual, drop-in nature of most holiday parties makes this okay. Just be sure you do each event justice — [...]
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This post originally appeared at my parenting blog The Gift of Good Manners. I will be cross posting some of my favorite content from that blog here at the Etiquette Daily periodically. I hope you enjoy these posts as much as I enjoyed writing them. Giving and Receiving Gifts: Spend this last hour helping your [...]
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This post originally appeared at my parenting blog The Gift of Good Manners. I will be cross posting some of my favorite content from that blog here at the Etiquette Daily periodically. I hope you enjoy these posts as much as I enjoyed writing them. Traditions come in all shapes and sizes. At my home [...]
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Q: We’re hosting Thanksgiving dinner for a slew of our out-of-town relatives. Is it OK to ask some to stay at a hotel? A: Preparing a Thanksgiving feast is a major enough undertaking without adding a gaggle of overnight guests. If you wish, and your situation permits, you can invite relatives from farther away to [...]
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