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Thelma Domenici
A little etiquette goes a long way — even on Facebook
Dear Thelma: Do you have any etiquette tips for users of social networking sites like Facebook? I recently joined and have received a lot of "friend requests" from people I knew marginally in high school 20 years ago. I am inclined to ignore them. How do I handle this with tact and not come across as rude? (Sunday, January 04, 2009)
Whatever your resolution, let's make 2009 kind
Dear Thelma: Is it polite to ask people what their New Year's resolutions are? (Sunday, December 28, 2008)
Christmas Helps To Reinstill the Awe in All of Us
Dear Thelma: I've been one of your readers for quite some time, and while this may not be a direct etiquette question, I think it may be appropriate commentary for our cynical times and I'd just like to know: What does Christmas mean to you? (Sunday, December 21, 2008)
E-mail is a fine way to say 'Happy Holidays'
Dear Thelma: I'm considering e-mailing holiday greetings this year. My mom thinks it is a terrible idea, but it makes a lot of sense to me. What do you think? (Sunday, December 14, 2008)
Sit Back and Let the Kids Handle Holidays This Year
Dear Thelma: I've been reading your focus on holiday traditions with interest. My kids are approaching the teen years. I'm afraid this may be the last Christmas that holds some magic for them. How do I make sure traditions aren't replaced by friends and dates and everybody doing their own thing? (Sunday, December 07, 2008)
Office Party Is an Important Holiday Tradition
Dear Thelma: The holiday office party will be held this week. It has been a rough year for my industry, and I'm not sure I really feel like a party. I certainly won't be buying a new dress. I'm considering skipping it, but I feel obliged to go. What's your advice? (Sunday, November 30, 2008)
Gift of love, attention can trump actual presents
Dear Thelma: Gift-giving season is upon us. The tradition for me has been to give gifts to everybody I'm even remotely close to. This year that has to change. Sadly, I just don't have the means to do it. But that doesn't mean that I don't cherish all of those people who won't get a gift from me. How do I do this right? (Sunday, November 23, 2008)
Ask Thanksgiving Host If Mom's Chile Is Welcome
Dear Thelma: The Thanksgiving tradition in my family is to eat red chile on turkey and mashed potatoes. This year my parents and siblings will be celebrating Thanksgiving with my wife's family. Her family has never tried red chile for Thanksgiving. Would it be all right for my mom to bring her red chile to the dinner? (Sunday, November 16, 2008)
Cut Harried Bride A Little Slack on Invite Mistake
Dear Thelma: Recently we received a wedding invitation from my husband's niece. Only my husband's name appeared on the envelope (only one envelope was used). Am I justified in not going to the wedding? My husband says I am invited, but I feel having only his name was inappropriate. (Sunday, November 09, 2008)
Be the Adult When Dealing With Inappropriate Teens
Dear Thelma: The other day I walked by a group of young teenage girls, whom I knew, and thought I heard one of them call me an inappropriate name. I kept on walking but was unsure on how to address this situation. Did I do the right thing or should I have stopped and interrogated them one by one? Should I contact their parents? (Sunday, November 02, 2008)
Be Clear, Polite About Unwanted Political E-Mails (Sunday, October 26, 2008)
No Need To Feed Every Guest's Whim, But Be Flexible (Sunday, October 19, 2008)
Teaching kids responsibility starts with respect (Sunday, October 12, 2008)
Political Discourse Needn't Lack Respect, Civility (Sunday, October 05, 2008)
For other picnickers, ill-timed nap was just a slap (Sunday, September 21, 2008)
A well-prepared public speaker is a compelling one (Sunday, September 07, 2008)
Instruct students to use crosswalks for safety (Sunday, August 31, 2008)
Listen to parents, then react without emotion (Sunday, August 24, 2008)
Wedding invitations are not requests for presents (Friday, August 08, 2008)
'Heartsense' is a great back-to-school lesson (Friday, August 01, 2008)
For the personal touch, say it — don't e-mail it (Friday, July 25, 2008)
Don't give up on cell phone etiquette in work settings (Friday, July 18, 2008)
