Person A lost his wife after nearly 65 years of marriage. On what would have been their wedding anniversary a few weeks later, Person B texted Person A to say,“ I’ m thinking of you on your ...

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I don’t want to lie and say, “Thank you for the candlesticks; they have a prominent place on our mantel!” when that is not ...

A bride who decided against a wedding registry is baffled by the useless gifts she received; a busy-body is turned off by a ...

I don’t want to lie and say, “Thank you for the candlesticks; they have a prominent place on our mantel!” when that is not ...

Now, I know that “You’re welcome” is more polite than alternatives such as “No worries,” “No problem” or “Of course.” But it ...