Plus: My manners took a hit during the overwhelming weeks after my diagnosis.
Maybe I am old-school, but I do not remember this being done until lately. I would personally prefer no applause.: Whether this was started by those who grew up on a parental chorus of “Good job!” for every action or is just part of America’s orientation toward show business, Miss Manners cannot say.To applaud a funeral tribute does take the focus from honoring the deceased to congratulating the speaker.
What you need to atone for is not postponement so much as blatantly apparent ingratitude. So you need to name and praise your use of each of these presents and also express appreciation for your benefactors’ continued thoughtfulness and generosity over the years.DEAR MISS MANNERS Most of these occurred in the first month after my diagnosis, which was a flurry of tests, procedures and doctor’s appointments.
Still, you do want to show your appreciation. Miss Manners reminds you that some of those kind people will surely have asked what they can do to help. One or more of them could make your task easier by taking dictation from you to write on your behalf.
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