AboutAmanda Gamble Expertise I will answer any etiquette question you`d care to ask!
I will be happy to give friendly non-judgmental advice on any situation.
If your question is rude,incoherent or demands I confirm your "victim" story,
I reserve the right to refuse to answer. Life is too short.
Certain cultures and customs are not part of my personal
experience,but I will research to get the needed answer.
Experience I have been writing a daily etiquette advice column for 6 years.
I have taught as well as given lectures on the subject.
Question I have a thank you letter to send to a retired embassador. How do I address it?
Answer Dear Debi,
Ambassador to the United Nations or to a country? An
ambassador from the United States or from a foreign
country?
You need to call people from the United States "The
Honorable" on the envelope and add (ret.) behind the
name. In the greeting address them as Mr or Madam
Ambassador.
With foreign ambassadors it's His or Her Excellency
and the same (ret.) behind the name and you may use
either "Excellency" or Mr. or Madam Ambassador in the
greeting.
I hope this helps!
Best regards,
Amanda Gamble
