DEAR MISS MANNERS: I’ve just returned from having my hair cut and styled.
As I waited to pay, the woman in front of me (someone I do not know) turned around and said, “I read an article that said old ladies should not have long hair.”
Somewhat shocked, I turned away and said nothing. It was really unsettling for all present.
How would Miss Manners have handled the situation?
GENTLE READER: By saying gently, “There are more important things that a lady should not do.”
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