Adopt the habit of sending a thank you to all the people who help you along your way, from those who provide initial contacts, offer sage advice or make company recommendations to those who formally ...

When it comes to sending thank-you notes, the general rule is simple and steadfast: the sooner the better. If you've spent the weekend at a friends' lake house, jot a quick messag ...

DEAR MISS MANNERS: An elderly friend died last year after a long decline. I was very fond of her, as she was of me, and I visited her regularly after she moved from her home to the care facility ...