We mentioned this topic months ago; it’s still one of the most often asked questions I receive, so I thought we’d mention it again. (See, you’re going to find the article archive on the blog very helpful!) The answer everyone wants to know is, do you need to tip the associate at a sit-down restaurantwhen Continue reading …
When someone you know is caring for a new baby, recovering from surgery or an accident, suffering from a death in the family, preparing for moving day, experiencing a financial hardship, or consumed with tending to a sick child, you might want to ease your friend’s burden by gifting him or her with a meal. Continue reading …
Usually I form my e-zine columns by using the essence of someone’s e-mail without sharing the actual letter. Not this time. This letter is just too good. (I’ve edited it a little to protect his identity.) I’ve had this situation happen to me numerous times, and I bet you have, too. Read his letter and Continue reading …
It’s a great idea because everyone enjoys receiving a gift you obviously choose with them in mind! When selecting the gift, remember thatitems for women are monogrammed with the first letter of their first names. For men’s items, use the first letter of their last names. An item for the entire family is monogrammed also Continue reading …
Dear Maralee, On several occasions when I had to RSVP that I couldn’t attend a party, the host asked me, “Why not?” Do you have any scripted answers for the next time this happens? Answer: Your question brings up a great learning point for every host. When someone declines our invitation, it’s gracious not to Continue reading …
Dear Maralee: My wife and I will be staying with the mom of a friend from college for two nights when we travel to St. Louis for an interview in October. What should we do to show her our gratitude? As soon as you arrive, verbally thank her for inviting you, say how much you Continue reading …
Today is about the art of knowing what kind of thank-you to extend for different occasions and situations. When do you owe someone a handwritten thank-you note?When will an e-mail note fill the bill? When is your verbal thank-you plenty? These are all great questions, and some have new answers, an example of how the Continue reading …
1. Appetizer is a broad word used for three different types of food: Appetizers eaten with the fingers are canapésAppetizers eaten with a knife and fork are hors d’oeuvresAppetizers (usually fruits or vegetables) dipped in sauce of any kind are crudités 2. What to do with the toothpicks used in many canapés and crudités baffles Continue reading …
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