12 MAY 2001, page 63

A Cue For Genius

Simon Barnes THE term 'genius' is bandied about pretty freely in sport, for this is not an area that goes in for sober, considered judgments. It is normally handed not to serial......

Q. As We Live 20 Miles From Our Twins' Day

school, we share the school-run with some neighbours who have an II-year-old boy in the year above our own boys. The boy is not without charm, but is fairly blunt in expressing......

Q. We Often Have The Offspring Of Friends From Europe

or the old Dominions staying with us while they are in England. They are always charming and courteous with beautiful manners, save for one common failing. They have a habit of......

Q. I Have Recently Become Engaged And, After The Initial

irritation, have become complacent with regard to the endless questioning about the form of my forthcoming wedding this summer. My parents are being extremely generous, and my......

A. Your Letter Suggests That, Although You May Not Regard

these people as friends, they clearly regard you as such. May I recommend that you temper your callous attitude so as to spare their feelings. Say, 'Oh good, have you been......