The captain had indicated that she was going to play me, but then she didn’t. I’m not a bad player, so I am not sure why.

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Advice Miss Manners: Can I tell someone’s dog to leave me alone in their own home? Published: Jun. 27, 2025, 5:00 a.m.

DEAR MISS MANNERS: I remember growing up, when we had visitors who were new to our house, my mother would give them the “grand tour.” I now do that with all of my first-time visitors.

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