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Some may say writing a good "thank you" note is a lost art, but we couldn't disagree more. It's an essential part of ...

"While I was initially happy they made the effort to attend, after what they did I can't find it in myself to thank them for ...

Teacher begins to think it’s “a bit circular” to write thank-you notes for gifts of appreciation from students and their ...

Is it truly necessary to write a thank-you note for a thank-you gift? It feels a bit circular. I can’t imagine not writing the notes, but I feel compelled to ask: Would a simpler acknowledgment ...

I've stopped writing thank-you cards and my kids don't have to write them, either. We express our gratitude in other ways.

DEAR MISS MANNERS: My husband believes that when we receive a single, indivisible gift intended for us as a couple (such as a platter, restaurant gift card or other anniversary gift) or a shared ...

DEAR MISS MANNERS: My husband believes that when we receive a single, indivisible gift intended for us as a couple (such as a platter, restaurant gift card or other anniversary gift) or a shared ...

DEAR MISS MANNERS: My husband believes that when we receive a single, indivisible gift intended for us as a couple (such as a platter, restaurant gift card or other anniversary gift) or a shared ...

or other anniversary gift) or a shared experience, like another couple hosting us at a vacation home, both he and I should write separate thank-you note messages (albeit on a single card).