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Apr 6, 2022Liked by Ben Dolnick

Oh, Ben. This is very, VERY good. I must now find THIS book to add to my shelves. (And I would welcome adding a book of YOUR insightful (and beautifully-written) essays.)

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Apr 6, 2022Liked by Ben Dolnick

OH YES! Facing the need to intervene with someone in my church I suggested we turn to Miss Manners. A fellow board member said his son had recommended the same thing! When my mom was in her last weeks I read Miss Manners to my sisters. Her guide to Raising Perfect Children was ever-open during my 20 years as a single mother. Her straightforward voice is a reassuring guide for nearly every confusing situation.

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