And yes, even if you don’t like the gift, you should still send a thank-you note—but there’s no need to mention that it wasn’t what you wanted or that you’ll be returning it, Goss says.

Some parents still find thank-you notes important, while others don't. Parenting experts say teaching kids to express ...

The first time, no thank you note/card gets a pass; the second time (there won’t be a second time).” “When the kids are little and don’t say thank you in some way, I put it on the parents.

We received an invitation. We had been involved in the girls’ lives since they were 10. We always tried to treat them equally ...

In return, I have always taken the time to write careful and personal thank-you notes for each of these gifts. Part of my motivation has been to set an example for my students, demonstrating the ...

In return, I have always taken the time to write careful and personal thank-you notes for each of these gifts. Part of my motivation has been to set an example for my students, ...

The best time to send a thank-you letter for a job interview is within the first 24 hours following the interview. Hiring ...

In return, I have always taken the time to write careful and personal thank-you notes for each of these gifts. Part of my motivation has been to set an example for my students, demonstrating the ...

My Letters booklet contains samples of thank-you notes for birthday gifts, shower gifts, wedding gifts and those that arrive at holiday time. It can be ordered by sending your name and mailing ...

My Letters booklet contains samples of thank-you notes for birthday gifts, shower gifts, wedding gifts and those that arrive at holiday time.

(Between us, I will admit that my favorite gifts are notes of appreciation from students and parents.) In return, I have always taken the time to write careful and personal thank-you notes for ...