Was the poster making a reasonable request or does the neighbor have every ... that he/she will escalate things no matter how calm and polite you were." However, some users were more understanding ...

Knowing how to make a polite request is important. What about responding to them politely as well? We've got a handy list for you. There are at least three types of responses you can give when you ...

Miss Manners wishes you had risked making a polite request. You might have received a polite response -- and you would have been able to see the stage. (Please send your questions to Miss Manners ...