Asking for It?

This week, answers to readers questions on social-climbing sister-in-laws, neighbor etiquette, and tipping.

Digital Get Down: Flexting 101: The ins and outs of flirtatious texting

The text message has become a critical social tool for everyday life. However, many fail to realize that there is proper messaging etiquette to be exercised when communicating via text.

Online etiquette

Nothing said online is really private, says Bill Thompson

Modern weddings a social conundrum

Sneaking into Vera Wang's bridal shop. Restricted airspace over Rhinebeck, N.Y. Closed-mouthed caterers, florists and photographers. And unhappy friends who just can't understand why they weren't invited.

Social atmosphere big reason why people prefer drop-in tennis

Peorias Alain Villalongja prepares to return a serve from Naveen Mathew during drop-in tennis July 24 on Court 12 at the Paseo Racquet Center. Before they opened for business Saturday morning, 16 people were waiting for the Paseo Racquet Center to open for drop-in tennis.