DEAR MISS MANNERS: I live in a great neighborhood with wonderful neighbors. A few of the ladies in my cul-de-sac have become close: looking out for each other, picking up delivered packages if they’re out of town, bringing back souvenirs from vacations, etc. We also occasionally go out to dinner to celebrate birthdays, special occasions or just because.

While I consider these outings for just our group, one of my neighbors (who is single, as am I) always invites a friend or two of hers to join us. No one else in the group does this.

The other women she invites are always pleasant and engaging, so I’m not sure why her doing this bothers me. I haven’t brought this up to her or my other neighbors.

Is her behavior bad manners, and should I be miffed?

GENTLE READER: It bothers you, Miss Man

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