A reader seeks advice from Miss Manners on whether it is rude to give eco-friendly gifts to family and friends. Miss Manners emphasizes the importance of giving gifts that the recipient will appreciate, rather than pushing one’s own values on them. She encourages finding items that align with one’s values without imposing them on others.
In another letter, a reader expresses frustration with new neighbors who do not interact with them and have kept mail addressed to the previous occupant. Miss Manners acknowledges that neighbors do not have to socialize, but notes that keeping someone else’s mail is unacceptable behavior.
Lastly, a reader asks about the commonality of addressing married women as “Mrs. John Doe” in the U.S. in 2024. Miss Manners explains that this is not very common anymore, but respects those who prefer to keep this traditional style.
For etiquette questions, readers can send inquiries to Miss Manners through her website, email, or postal mail.
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