DEAR MISS MANNERS: My fiance passed away a few days ago. Should I remove my engagement ring immediately? Or wait some period of time?
His family has arranged a large service and celebration of life to be held in two months. Should I wear the ring on that occasion?
GENTLE READER: There is a cadre of busybodies who have the nerve to pose as etiquette experts, telling the bereaved that they are no longer entitled to wear their rings. Besides being cruel, this is inaccurate. Miss Manners reminds you that the ring is yours, to wear whenever you wish.
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