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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.

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Nearly three quarters of those surveyed, or 73%, said they have received a holiday or Christmas gift from someone – and they didn’t have a gift to give in return. That rises for millennials ...

DEAR MISS MANNERS: I am a full-time, unpaid caregiver for my husband. My days are spent managing his doctor’s appointments and medications, driving him, and making sure he is safe, fed and clean.

If you’re overthinking what to get as a thank-you gift, we have plenty of gift ideas that will help you show your appreciation, no matter the occasion.

You'll be more likely to write a thank you note if you do it soon after receiving a gift or an act of kindness. The general expectation is between one day and two weeks after opening a gift.

In return, I have always taken the time to write careful and personal thank-you notes for each of these gifts. Part of my motivation has been to set an example for my students, demonstrating the ...