DEAR MISS MANNERS: As a teacher for ... overwhelms me. At Christmas this year, the time it took prompted me to pause and reflect: Is it truly necessary to write a thank-you note for a thank ...

Thank you for teaching me everything . When I grow up I will never forget you. You are my favorite teacher since I have been in school. You are so kind, grateful and gentle. You have always been ...

Teacher begins ... of letters overwhelms me. At Christmas this year, the time it took prompted me to pause and reflect: Is it truly necessary to write a thank-you note for a thank-you gift?

For me, the daughter of small business owners, winter and the holidays meant more family time at the dining table, not just to eat but to handwrite thank you notes to our customers. My brother ...