Thursday, February 25, 2010

The Defining Factor

The definition of a Lady is "One who makes those around her comfortable." It has nothing to do with wealth or looks, but it is how you treat other people. This definition encompass most of what I have already been saying about being on time, treating others well, being modest, choosing words that will not offend people. In fact, what we say is just as important as what we do. You do not need to have a large vocabulary (though one is nice) in order to have intelligent or meaningful conversations. I was doing research on Irving Berlin (the man who wrote the song White Christmas as well as God Bless America) and his philosophy was that people liked simple songs that said what they meant, and what they new.
So, instead of trying to remember all of the thousands of rules about doing this or that and always saying the rite thing, just try and remember to make people comfortable....not necessarily meaning fluffing their pillows before they sit down on the couch, but perhaps refilling a glass of water for them. In that mindset, simplicity often is the best way to go.

Wednesday, October 14, 2009

Can I get some Help?

I was thinking today about how much the modern world lacks chivalry, and why that is. The fact is that men decided to stop being gentlemen when women decided that they could do anything they wanted to by themselves. I believe that women are very capable, and have much understanding even when it comes to physical work, however, there are just some things that a man should offer to do.
The problem here now, is that men don't think that women want them to do it! Men enjoy being challenged, because they are men, so why don't we Ladies challenge them to be Gentlemen? You would be amazed at how quickly they can change if we only give them the chance. This does not mean, however that we can nag and make fun of them when they are not on their best behavior. What it does mean is that if there is something heavy, we politely ask them to lift it for us. As women, we do have influence, and if we will call them up to a higher standard, they will meet us there.

Friday, October 9, 2009

Will Be Late...

I am just letting you all know that my next post on this blog will be late, I will try to get it on here this weekend, and if I do not, I will get it on Monday. Sorry for the delay...