Ask Amy: Homeowners go nuts over squirrels
Dear Giver: I agree with you that thanking people is easier than ever. Simply taking a picture of the item and sending the picture with a texted message of "Thank you!" to the giver is sufficient, in my book.
If someone declares to you that he never thanks people for anything, then I think you should interpret this as a statement that he no longer wants to receive gifts.
I'm not sure if this is a trend; I can assert that this is a perennial frustration for many.
Dear Amy: I appreciate your annual column devoted to charities, but yet again you failed to suggest any charities benefitting animals! I find this lack of awareness and concern very upsetting.
-- Disappointed AGAIN
Dear Disappointed: As stewards to our animals, we have a duty to do everything we can to protect them. Throughout the year, I advocate for the needs of our animal friends and companions.
I don't have a lack of awareness (and personally donate to my local shelter), but my "giving" column each year focuses on nonprofits that help humans.
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(You can email Amy Dickinson at askamy@amydickinson.com or send a letter to Ask Amy, P.O. Box 194, Freeville, NY 13068. You can also follow her on Twitter @askingamy or Facebook.)
