Asking Eric: Our son's wife dominates him and ignores our many giftsGift acknowledgment usually comes from the husband, suggesting that one thank-you note may suffice for family dynamics.
Miss Manners: An uninvited vegan snooped in my refrigerator and insulted my cheeseIt's inappropriate for guests to criticize a host's food, especially if they are an uninvited guest.Introduce the individuals by their names to avoid awkward situations regarding their relationship status.Acknowledge gifts properly to show appreciation, as it appears common etiquette is lacking.