[winnieb]

Originally posted by CarolinaCutie
These old-fashioned guys exist, but they aren't as perfect as you'd think. For starters, any guy with truly impeccable manners was taught to behave that way by his momma. And, no matter who she is, you don't hold a candle to her. SHE is the one who taught him how to dress so properly, but she's also the one who used to iron his boxers and undershirts. He'll be surprised when you think that's a stupid idea. He may be able to hold his fork correctly, but he'll be doing it at his mom's house, with or without you, until she dies. I don't think I need to tell you that this is not the type of man you want in your life.

In addition, old-fashioned men often come with old-fashioned ideas and opinions. Yes, he may throw his coat over a puddle so you can avoid soiling your feet. But he probably will want you to be barefoot around the house- and pregnant. The highest, most ridiculous levels of chivalry are typically accompanied by sexism. You may be placed on the highest pedestal, but you might just have to stay there instead of moving into the 21st century.

I'm not knocking your desire for an old-fashioned guy... just saying be careful what you wish for. You just might get it

I agree with EVERY word you wrote!!!