75 'Thank You for Being a Friend' Messages That Are Heartfelt and Sincere originally appeared on Parade.

And yes, even if you don’t like the gift, you should still send a thank-you note—but there’s no need to mention that it wasn’t what you wanted or that you’ll be returning it, Goss says.

DEAR MISS MANNERS: Sometimes I get a thinking-of-you greeting card, or something similar, out of the blue from a friend. I feel like the mannerly thing to do, now that there’s text and email, is ...

Advice; Miss Manners: Isn’t an electronic thank-you note a valid alternative to a handwritten card? Published: ; Jun. 14, 2025, 8:00 p.m.

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