To be clear, Miss Manners has never liked sending money as a present. But the thought of a young child who has been used to ...

DEAR MISS MANNERS: I have several nieces and nephews I adore. While they were growing up, I always sent a birthday card, even if there was no family birthday celebration.

To be clear, Miss Manners has never liked sending money as a present. But the thought of a young child who has been used to ...

Especially when there’s money in them, and especially when the gift goes to their children. I wouldn’t want them to be uncomfortable or embarrassed.

To be clear, Miss Manners has never liked sending money as a present. But the thought of a young child who has been used to ...

Best friends are the family you get to choose, and I'm so glad we chose each other. Happy birthday, beautiful. Happy birthday ...

She therefore suggests you continue the tradition until they turn 18 or 21. If it helps, virtually no one except Miss Manners ...

Brother had placed a stuffed animal in their mother’s casket and then somehow gave it to the letter writer for Christmas.

Did you know that you can score tons of great restaurant and retail freebies during the month of your birthday?

It occurs to me that it’s possible these cards may make people feel uncomfortable. Especially when there’s money in them, and especially when the gift goes to their little children.

To be clear, Miss Manners has never liked sending money as a present. But the thought of a young child who has been used to receiving a check in her card, shaking it up and down and wondering if she ...