Even just a text wishing her a happy birthday is met with a photo of her oceanfront view and talk of how blessed she is ...

In today's Miss Manners column, advice columnist Judith Martin responds to handling a relative who constantly brags about ...

I’m saying “no” every time I am invited to socialize. I would hate for them to conclude that I am simply miserly or uninterested in the friendship.

DEAR MISS MANNERS: One co-worker likes to host office parties with food-themed potlucks. She will suggest a dish that she will cook and bring to share, such as trays of chicken wings or seafood pasta.

Dear Miss Manners: One co-worker likes to host office parties with food-themed potlucks. She will suggest a dish that she will cook and bring to share, such as trays of chicken wings or seafood pasta.

You wanted to give one to your cousin, and you did so; now decide if you want to give him a second one to impress his parents. Up to you. DEAR MISS MANNERS: I own a beachfront timeshare with two ...