With all the combinations of names out there these days, knowing how to address a letter to a family can be a little tricky. Don't stress, though. We've got you covered with everything you need to ...

Have you ever put a check or card in an envelope, then flipped it over and realized you're not 100 percent sure what you need to write on the front of the envelope? Because so many of us hardly use ...

Snail mail may largely be a thing of the past, but the value of a handwritten letter shouldn’t be underestimated. In most cases, an email or text is the preferred mode of communication. After all, ...

In an age of text messages and emails, it might seem a bit dated to drop a letter in the mailbox. But there are still plenty of reasons to send mail the old-fashioned way. For instance, a wedding or ...

DEAR MISS MANNERS: What is the appropriate name to use on an envelope containing a letter to a widow? Mrs. John Doe, Mrs. Ellen Doe, Ms. John Doe, Ms. Ellen Doe? GENTLE READER: What this lady called ...

As a professional procrastinator, it’s my job to see how badly things break when put to the “oh my gosh, I need it today ” test. Given that it’s the week before Christmas, you can probably guess what ...