I've stopped writing thank-you cards and my kids don't have to write them, either. We express our gratitude in other ways.

You'll be more likely to write a thank you note if you do it soon after receiving a gift or an act of kindness. The general expectation is between one day and two weeks after opening a gift.

I had taught my son the importance of writing thank-you notes, but he wasn’t doing a very good job of completing the process. I cut out the letter from your column and sent it to him.

Advice Best of Miss Manners: I like writing thank-you notes, but some friends don’t appreciate receiving them Published: Jan. 20, 2025, 10:00 a.m.

I had taught my son the importance of writing thank-you notes, but he wasn’t doing a very good job of completing the process. I cut out the letter from your column and sent it to him.

DEAR MISS MANNERS: I was unfortunately not raised in the habit of writing thank-you notes, but I acquired the habit after my wedding. I enjoy writing them a great deal, and I like knowing that I ...