They sent someone to take pictures, and now they want to make an annual trip.
The previous owners are an older couple who themselves moved into the house when they were our age and starting their family. But they don’t seem to be able to let the house go.
No matter how sweet this elderly couple may turn out to be — and no matter how nostalgic they feel — they sold you the house. Simple politeness demands they respect your privacy, and requesting photographs and visits does not qualify.Miss Manners is not attempting to dictate your answer, merely making the point that neither do they have any right to dictate yours. There is no rudeness in merely saying, without excuses, that you are, unfortunately, unwilling to accommodate their requests.
Also, what is an appropriate answer to a guest who inquires, “Is there more cheese/crackers/dip …?” I was taught that, as a guest, I should not take the last piece of anything — cracker, nut, candy or cheese. Is that out of sync with the times?Miss Manners: Can I tell my sister her son smells like mildew?
United Kingdom Latest News, United Kingdom Headlines
Similar News:You can also read news stories similar to this one that we have collected from other news sources.
Miss Manners: Pet-owner questions Miss Manners, wants to know if thanking a pet is necessaryIn today's Miss Manners column, advice columnist Judith Martin responds to a pet-owner needing advice and uncertain if Miss Manners is a real person!
Read more »
Miss Manners: Friendly co-worker turns into complaining house guestI want to create distance, but not upset the apple cart. Is this possible?
Read more »
Miss Manners: Open houses welcome neighborhood Nosy NelliesMiss Manners: Open houses welcome neighborhood Nosy Nellies
Read more »
Miss Manners: How do I politely tell my sister that her clean laundry smells bad?She has a habit of leaving her wet laundry in the machine for a long time before moving it to the dryer. This leads to a mildew odor on all of her fabrics.
Read more »
Miss Manners: Can I tell my sister her son smells like mildew?The “wet dog effect” wouldn’t be hard for her to fix, but I don’t want to hurt anyone’s feelings.
Read more »
Miss Manners: Pay no attention to the women in her housedressMiss Manners: Pay no attention to the women in her housedress
Read more »