DEAR MISS MANNERS: We are frequent cruisers. That means we share spaces such as elevators, dining rooms, theaters, lounges, etc., with fellow cruisers we don’t know. We have always had pleasant times ...

Dear Annie: I’ve been friends with “Lena” since college, and we’ve always had a close, supportive relationship. But lately, I’ve noticed a pattern that’s starting to wear on me. Every time something ...