Letter writer dreads attending kindergarten graduations.
It’s nearing that time again: time for the ridiculous show of kindergarten “graduations.” I generally decline invitations to any such events, but this year I have a grandniece “graduating” who lives in the same town I do.
I feel I should attend and do my best to limit any eye-rolling. Is a gift required? What does one get a 6-year-old for this event?difficulty appreciating the solemnity of the occasion and your grandniece’s mastery of academic skills. Therefore, Miss Manners suggests that you approach it, instead, as the young lady’s entry into higher education.
You would not, then, give her a toy, but an introduction to a subject that interests you — science, art, history, whatever that may be. The present could be a book at the first-grade level or, better yet, an excursion with you to a museum, laboratory, national monument or such. Along with your sincere efforts to spark her interest.Think of the future, when you attend the ceremony at which she receives her Ph.D. in this field.
My wife and I care deeply for both families, but we don’t know how to communicate with them now, or even if we should. If we attempt contact, we may seem to be imposing and demanding a response. If we don’t, we may seem indifferent. Can you suggest the right path forward?to them. Look for ways to relieve the wives — doing errands, bringing treats, staying with the husband so that the wife can go out. But you were wondering if you should even communicate with these close friends.
I have already bought graduation announcements, and they all have the date and time for the ceremony. I can’t mail them now, I guess? How do I let people know my first child has graduated, without letting them know he wasn’t allowed to walk the stage?your son’s finest moment. Miss Manners would think it in his best interest not to call attention to a situation that may get out anyway, as it is probably known to the entire school.
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