| February 23, 2003 |
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Gothic Charm School
 You don't have to be a black-clad, white-faced goth to appreciate the etiquette wisdom of Jillian Venters, aka the Gothic Miss Manners. Anyone who has wondered about the subtleties of dealing with an ex-romantic partner (or how to end a relationship gracefully) can benefit from her advice. Likewise, everyone who's ever had a roommate will understand her admonition that dividing household chores in advance is far better than standing in a dirty bathroom screaming at each other. Some of her columns do address problems only goths can relate to, such as why friends don't let friends dress like the Crow. But even these missives deal with universal issues such as self-expression and confidence. Regardless of your fashion sense, who couldn't use guidance on the proper response when unwrapping a horrifically unfit Christmas present? No matter how horrible the gift, the Gothic Miss Manners insists on a polite reply in person and a written thank-you note later. Emily Post would be so proud.
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