In an attempt to raise respectful children and grandchildren, you’ve rehearsed and forced many a “you’re welcome” from their sweet mouths. Then, they grow up, go into the world, and come home one ...

Recently, I was at a farmers’ market where I bought a homemade cherry pie from a young man. When I said, “Thank you,” he handed me my pie and said, “No problem.” I didn’t think that handing him $25 ...