In today's Miss Manners column, advice columnist Judith Martin offers guidance on how to respond when a couple is asked not to attend a future charity event they were invited to by a friend, due to their lack of participation in the auction and fundraising efforts.
Published: Jan. 29, 2025, 3:00 a.m.DEAR MISS MANNERS: My wife’s best friend from high school, “Nelly,” has become a very successful businesswoman. Each year, she will invite us to the fall fundraiser for the local performing arts society, which raises funds for local theater groups. She will buy a table of eight for this event and invite us to join her.
GENTLE READER: By giving the letter to Nelly and telling her that you are mortified: that you never meant to cause her any issues with the performing arts society; you were always grateful and happy to attend; and you will, of course, willingly -- if sadly -- excuse yourself from next year’s event to make room for someone who has the means to bid on items.COPYRIGHT 2025 JUDITH MARTIN DISTRIBUTED BY ANDREWS MCMEEL SYNDICATION 1130 Walnut St.
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