Gratitude Project: Day 12: Southern Men
July 21st 2008 03:45
Etiquette is something that has traditionally been very important in the South. My grandmother maintained that manners are important to Southerners, no matter what status in life one holds because proper etiquette can help anyone improve their relationship with others. With this in mind, I have an undying appreciation for the southern man whether he be good ‘ol boy, redneck, or old school gentility graduate.
Here’s why:
1. Southern men are amused by sassy women and for the most part are willing to accept a woman for who she is.
2. They have respect for their mamas. ‘Nuff said. Southern women are taught that a man who upholds his mother without being a mama’s boy is “a keeper.”
3. Their honeyed accents make even the most basic of conversations so much sweeter.
4. Southern men are friendly and flirty and will buy the drinks. Ladies be warned politeness does not necessarily equate to interest. But who cares? Mr. “This Moment” can be breathtaking.
5. Attention to manners is the mark of a well bred southern man: opened doors, pulling the car around in the rain, holding the umbrella, standing when a lady enters or leaves a room, walking on the streetside of a side-walk when accompanying a lady, and giving his seat up to the elderly ot to a mother with small chidlren etc…
6. They err on the side of being too nice. They say “Thank you” without fail and look you in the eye. It their request is denied, they say “Well thank you anyway.” They smile and greet you every time they see you. They greet strangers both men and women (so green eyed monsters beware).
Here’s why:
1. Southern men are amused by sassy women and for the most part are willing to accept a woman for who she is.
2. They have respect for their mamas. ‘Nuff said. Southern women are taught that a man who upholds his mother without being a mama’s boy is “a keeper.”
4. Southern men are friendly and flirty and will buy the drinks. Ladies be warned politeness does not necessarily equate to interest. But who cares? Mr. “This Moment” can be breathtaking.
5. Attention to manners is the mark of a well bred southern man: opened doors, pulling the car around in the rain, holding the umbrella, standing when a lady enters or leaves a room, walking on the streetside of a side-walk when accompanying a lady, and giving his seat up to the elderly ot to a mother with small chidlren etc…
6. They err on the side of being too nice. They say “Thank you” without fail and look you in the eye. It their request is denied, they say “Well thank you anyway.” They smile and greet you every time they see you. They greet strangers both men and women (so green eyed monsters beware).
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Comment by Urban Panther
Comment by Ash
Australian Traveller
Flashes of memories
So I should have come to the South instead of venturing to the UK!
I look at young peope today - lol said like I am 65 years old - and am quite horrified by their behaviour. Just last week i was with some friends celebrating one of their kids 3rd birthdays at the grandmothers house. They all sat around, men included, while this 80 year old woman ran circles around them - delivered their food to the table, washed the dishes, cleared the food away etc
I can send you my address if you could pack me up one of those good Southern men.... or I could just come over on the next plane and be in heaven...
Manners do definitely maketh man!
Ash
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Comment by Miswanderlust
Killer Beats
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Isn't it the little things that make such a difference? How fortunate that you were able to find such a great guy. I am giving you a virtual "high five"! So good to see you!
Mis
Comment by Miswanderlust
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Glad that you hopped over! Hiya Mis
I look at young peope today - lol said like I am 65 years old - and am quite horrified by their behaviour.
HAHAHA! I do the same thing sometimes! I am also
horrified by folks who just can't seem to find the time and energy for manners! My grandmothers are rolling in their graves.
Manners do definitely maketh man!
Amen Sista!
Mis
Comment by Miswanderlust
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The area of Texas where I live we have what is called a soft Southern accents. The women sound like Jenna The Waitress trailer while the men sound like the guys from Country for Old Men. I hate that folks equate Texans with Jerry Springer guests!
Mis