Receiving a gift from anyone is always a treat and a pleasure. The idea that someone went out of their way to think about ...

We may be in the throes of Christmas prep right now, but before we know it, the wrapping paper will be cleared away, and kids ...

A handwritten thank-you note is a special way to show appreciation, as the medium becomes part of the message. Keep your message short and sincere, and send the note within two weeks of receiving a ...

"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." You went the party. You opened the gift. Now it’s time to express your gratitude. But what thank-you note ...

DEAR MISS MANNERS: As a teacher for the past 30 years, I have been fortunate to receive thoughtful gifts of thanks and appreciation from my students and their families during the holiday season and at ...

DEAR MISS MANNERS: What do you do when the duty to write thank-you notes overwhelms any genuine sense of gratitude? In my own upbringing, reciprocity and eagerness to give were prized over the finer ...

When was the last time you found a little handwritten note in your mailbox? The feel of the paper, the art of the postage stamp, personal penmanship, and the effort associated with getting that to a ...