Monthly Archives: April 2009

Signing Childrens Names to Greeting Cards and Correspondence

It is an acceptable practice to sign the names of children on greeting cards and other informal forms of correspondence sent by a family. However, it is not appropriate to sign the names of adult or married children to any … Continue reading

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What color corsage should I get for my prom date?

Dear Sandy, My prom date told me her gown is green with black trim.  What color corsage should I get for her?  I like red roses, but don’t want her to look like a christmas tree in green and red.   … Continue reading

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Happy Easter!

Happy Easter! I hope today brings you joy, happiness, and togetherness, with your friends and family.

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Monogram Etiquette – Single Initials

If you would like to use a single initial for a monogram, the following guidelines apply: Single individuals should use the first letter of their first name. Married individuals or couples should use the the first letter of their last … Continue reading

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Monogram Etiquette – Married Couples

A married couple has a choice of three types of monograms, traditional, modern and single initial. A traditional monogram for a married couple reading the monogram from left to right: 1) Wife’s first name initial. 2) Husband’s last name initial.  … Continue reading

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Someone double dipped. What should I do?

Dear Sandy, During a party I was hosting at my home, I was horrified to see one of my guests dip her chip back into the chip dip after taking a bite.  I didn’t know how to handle the situation, … Continue reading

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