Miss Manners will leave it up to you if you feel compelled to divulge the whole truth to your friends -- but she holds out ...

GENTLE READER: “My hair is naturally red.” This is not only technically truthful, but more importantly, succinct. You do not ...

I feel inclined to explain that it once was, but that I currently dye it. However, that feels awkward and unnecessary.

GENTLE READER: The argument that compels Miss Manners the most is that soda water is not otherwise on the menu. Is this true for every establishment? That would be the question to ask: “May I have a ...

Letter writer was born a redhead but now must dye it to keep its color. How do they explain that to curious strangers?