Best of Miss Manners: A ‘no shoes in the house’ rule alienates some guests. Shouldn’t there be exceptions?

Best of Miss Manners: A ‘no shoes in the house’ rule alienates some guests. Shouldn’t there be exceptions?

DEAR MISS MANNERS: My sweet husband has severe foot issues and absolutely cannot walk without his custom orthotics inserted into his shoes. Every once in a while, we are invited to friends’ houses who ask that shoes not be worn inside.