Over the weekend my friend went to a nice restaurant with some friends. He has been doing a “dry January,” raising money for cancer research by abstaining from alcohol. By this point, he was just a … [Read more...]
Fined For Being A No-Show?
An interesting story has emerged in England this week. A five-year-old boy and his parents have received an invoice for £15.95 (around $25) after the child skipped out on his friend’s birthday party. … [Read more...]
The Difference Little Touches Can Make
I recently received a thank you note from a couple whose wedding I had attended a while ago. I had purchased them a gift from their registry, and they wanted to thank me for the gift as well as my … [Read more...]
Respecting Friends’ Online Privacy
A family I know has three young children. The kids are adorable, and talented to boot, but their parents have a firm rule: no social media. They refuse to post photos of their children on Facebook or … [Read more...]
How To Deal With A Favor-Greedy Friend
A friend of mine has been dealing with a friend who is constantly asking favors. This woman isn’t going through a particularly hard time or in need of special support; she’s simply one of those people … [Read more...]