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08-13-2003, 12:19 PM
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How To Be A Gentleman
So I was at borders the ther day and I picke up this book titled "How To BE A Gentleman" for 2 bucks. A lot fo the stuff in the book is common knowledge but there are some funny tips like:
How To Respond To An Insult
When a gentleman has been subjected to a consious insult, either in public or in private, his response is simple: Because he is a gentleman, he says nothing at all.
A gentleman does not put his groceries on the conveyor belt with another shopper's purchases.
Has anyone read this book or wants to add to this list of "How To Be a Gentleman"?
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08-13-2003, 12:29 PM
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No, but I once heard that the true mark of a gentleman was one who could zip up his pants in public (if he forgot earlier) without being embarassed.
Moving on, I think it's unfortunate that a lot of the gentlemanly things that were expected of us (us meaning guys my age), aren't done anymore.
In fact, some of the things would be considered offensive by some women. Things like opening a car door (or any door) for her, walking on the street side of the sidewalk, entering a dark room first or holding a seat for your girlfriend to be seated and/or standing when a woman joins your party or conversation. Some seem silly, but they were nice touches I thought -- and certainly not meant to be demeaning in any way.
Oh well, call me old fashioned.
Too bad.
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08-13-2003, 12:36 PM
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Heres another one I find funny:
"A gentleman asks for seconds when they are offered. If he has any good sense, however, he will never choose to be seen eating, or drinking a lone."
Fellas, I gues if there is no one around to eat with, DONT. Just go hungry.
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08-13-2003, 12:48 PM
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How old is the book?
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08-13-2003, 12:49 PM
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08-13-2003, 12:58 PM
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No kidding. That's interesting. I think it sounds a lot older than that.
Maybe I'll have to check it out.
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08-13-2003, 01:10 PM
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DeltAlum, keep being the gentleman that you are! I see nothing wrong, with opening the doors for women or standing up when they enter a conversation. I find that very endearing and over all just common courtesy! I personally don't find being a gentleman offensive at all! If any girls get offended by courteous mannerisms then that's their problem! I think more men should try to be gentlemen. It would make a lot of women a LOT happier! 
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08-13-2003, 01:10 PM
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I think i need this book because i obviously am an offensive oaf.
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08-13-2003, 01:12 PM
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Originally posted by DeltAlum
In fact, some of the things would be considered offensive by some women. Things like opening a car door (or any door) for her, walking on the street side of the sidewalk, entering a dark room first or holding a seat for your girlfriend to be seated and/or standing when a woman joins your party or conversation. Some seem silly, but they were nice touches I thought -- and certainly not meant to be demeaning in any way.
Oh well, call me old fashioned.
Too bad.
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Bold the word "SOME". THIS woman appreciates all the above. There are indeed still some of us who can appreciate gentlemanly courtesy for what is while still not sacrificing our personal and career goals!
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08-13-2003, 01:29 PM
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so far its a good book. I learned how to order wine, and when to give a gift, and how to tie a bow tie. Im almost done. I recommend it all the guys out there even if they are already a "gentleman".
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08-13-2003, 01:43 PM
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Quote:
Originally posted by DeltAlum
In fact, some of the things would be considered offensive by some women. Things like opening a car door (or any door) for her, walking on the street side of the sidewalk, entering a dark room first or holding a seat for your girlfriend to be seated and/or standing when a woman joins your party or conversation. Some seem silly, but they were nice touches I thought -- and certainly not meant to be demeaning in any way.
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i love all that stuff! for some reason i love the whole street thing..super sweet.
guys should always hold doors open for girls!! i love that and hate then they dont....grrr
keep it up!!
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08-13-2003, 02:07 PM
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Some things I like, like the "street side of the sidewalk" thing, but I'm just skittish about busy streets in general, having been hit by a car.
I think there's a difference between a guy who opens doors for women on dates and a guy who opens doors ALL THE TIME. I enjoy the former and am not so keen on the latter.
*bites tongue to hold in benevolant sexism rhetoric*
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08-13-2003, 02:47 PM
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i consider myself a "modern woman" and yet on the same token there is nothing better then a man who practices chivalry. opening doors, walking on the street side, saving chairs... yep i will be one very happy and very lucky woman to find a guy like that (-: . cant ask for anything better!
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08-13-2003, 03:42 PM
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A lady always appreciates a gentleman and good manners. 
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08-13-2003, 03:45 PM
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Don't fart under the covers and hold my head underneath!!
WTF?!??!
Sorry, but I had to mention that!!
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