Modern Etiquette With Autumn Hahn

Charlene from Florida asks: How long should I hold a seated dinner party for a chronically late guest? Does it matter that the guest called to say they are running late?

Sam from Florida asks: Once I text someone, how long should I wait before I next them again?

Ravi from FL asks: What am I supposed to do with my pinkie finger when holding a fork or cup? Also included, a brief etiquette history lesson.

Lindsay from PA asks: When should Thank You notes be written? Also addressed is how to include children in writing their own thank you notes.

Terri from Florida is considering leaving social media and wants to know what the next step is, if anything.

Mariana from TX asks: Do I have to use the knife and fork provided when I assume what is in front of me is finger food? Table manners and bite sizes are addressed.

Alex from NJ: How can I plan some activities with my nieces and nephews who are coming to visit, without exhausting them? Planning for children's moods, time schedules, and patience levels.

Janet from AZ asks: Can I wear white pants after Labor Day? Other fashion etiquette and dress code issues addressed, including travel.

Elizabeth from NC asks: How can I ask for letters of recommendation?

Charlene H from Florida asks: If I am invited out, does that assume that the person who invited me will pay? / Charlene H from Florida asks: If I am invited out, does that assume that the person who invited me will pay?