Miss Manners emphasizes that while the waiter's attentiveness is appreciated, it shouldn't make diners feel self-conscious about their needs, particularly with something as trivial as napkins.
The host hosting Thanksgiving is not obligated to ask guests to bring food, as many believe; Miss Manners firmly states that it is reasonable to express a preference for no contributions.
Miss Manners points out that modern etiquette often forces guests to contribute, even when not invited to, which leads to confusion and a break from traditional hosting practices.
There exists an absurdity in unspoken rules that dictate how guests should behave at meals, as many feel compelled to bring something to a potluck, regardless of the host's direction.
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