Chivalry IS, in fact, dead when the gentleman no longer understands the meaning behind his chivalrous acts. When actions no longer come from within, but are forced and religious, the inner gentleman dies and so does chivalry. 21 Lost Gentleman Traditions That Still Apply Today 1. He stands when she walks in the room 2. He walks by her on the outside, closest to the street Today, a gentleman might stand in the way of puddles splashing up from buses, or in the event a car veers onto the sidewalk. Symbolically it might mean he’ll always be by her side, through thick and thin, and will protect her from anything. 3. He opens the door for her The modern gentleman helps her in and out of the car to stand in the way of creepy gawkers. Opening a door for her is not a sign she is weak, but a gesture of affection. 4. He never criticizes a home-made meal 5. He doesn’t LOL for the sake of attention 6. He pulls out her chair 7. He sits after she sits 8. He helps her put on/take off her coat Corsets are not common today, but many women still enjoy the help of a gentleman. 9. He doesn’t walk ahead of her 10. He gives up his seat to her if there is only standing room 11. He carries her bags 12. He picks up the check 13. He holds an umbrella over her when it rains 14. He gives her his jacket 15. He keeps her secrets 16. He walks her home or to safety 17. He listens to her 18. He’s on time 19. He compliments her 20. He would never dream of hitting ANY woman 21. He asks her father for her hand in marriage
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AuthorMy name is Melissa Jarboe, military spouse, wounded warrior wife and war widow. Today and everyday moving forward, I will honor the sacrifice of our men and women who selflessly serve our nation. Archives
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