A child’s birthday is a meaningful milestone and (at least in theory) a joyful occasion filled with whimsy and delight. But ...

Stuff happens, and plans change. If you have to cancel your party, we have all the details you need to do it gracefully.

Gemini’s response included a brief description of the “6371” number, which is the Earth’s radius in kilometers. For miles, I ...

Sometimes you have to—or simply want to—say no. Here’s how to decline an invitation the right way and limit hurt feelings.

When you meet someone—whether it’s for the first or tenth time— extend your hand for a handshake. Make it firm but not ...

The post His Mom Accepted A Wedding Invitation On His Behalf Without Asking Him First, So He Plans Not To Show Up On The Day ...

We’re mining the archives for some of Robin Abrahams’s hit columns you may have missed (this one is from 2015).

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Discover how to host a fun pumpkin carving contest with friends, covering planning, supplies, safety, judging, and ways to ...

Since the cancellation is sometimes a day before, I am left to find another person to come at the last minute.

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“Let’s be clear: The invite will state to bring a sibling,” she says. “If the invite doesn’t state it, and the host knows there is a sibling, I bet they really don’t want them there and that they hope ...