7.25.2013

A Few Reminders......


  • A gentleman will refuse to check his cell phone on a date.
  • A gentleman can be trusted with a secret.
  • A strong handshake from a gentleman is an even stronger vow than clicking “I have read and agree to the above terms and conditions."
  • A gentleman will offer to scrape windows on a frosty evening.
  • A gentleman will refuse to wear black with navy.
  • Black socks are a sign of a gentleman’s maturity.
  • A gentleman knows that a good pair of shoes are a good investment.
  • A woman will not carry bags while walking with a gentleman.
  • In the face of a verbal thrashing from a feminist, a gentleman will smile and serve her anyway.
  • Even in the 21st century, a gentleman shall open car doors while en route to the car. Getting out is different.
  • A gentleman knows how to make a woman feel cherished.
  • A gentleman will never offend someone by accident.
  • A gentleman says “Excuse me" when leaving for the washroom and gives no further details.
  • A gentleman will ensure the seat is down even when he doesn’t know why it is such a big deal.
  • A gentleman can handle an exchange of controversial ideas without making it personal.
  • A gentleman is visibly uncomfortable when discussing the protocol of handshaking a female.
  • A grandma will receive a hug from a gentleman every time.
  • A gentleman can either tie a bow tie, is trying to learn how to or knows why one should have a profound respect for those who can.
  • In formal gatherings, a gentleman stands up when a lady must leave…unless he doesn’t like her in which case he is making a very stern but subtle point.
  • Upon her arrival at a private or public function, a gentleman will offer to get a lady a drink.
  • A gentleman will offer his jacket to a cold dame regardless of whether or not they are a couple. 
  • A lady will always be offered a seat from a gentleman.
  • When a lady is entering a hot tub, a gentleman will distract the other guests as to draw attention away from her.
  • A gentleman knows not to drink from a straw.
  • A gentleman will walk on the roadside of the sidewalk.
  • You will never see a gentleman running in public unless while wearing running gear.
  • A gentleman understands the value of good penmanship and prioritizes a handwritten note.
  • A gentleman will bring a gift to a dinner party or social event.
  • A gentleman can open a bottle of wine properly, with class and with cork intact.
  • Knowing that the gift of flowers is not solely for girlfriends and spouses is one of a gentleman’s best kept secrets.
  • A gentleman will not put sunscreen on another gentleman or any man for that matter.
  • In the morning, a gentleman will take some time to think about what he will wear that day and then not think about it again.
  • A gentleman knows that people make character judgment about the condition of his hands and remembers to keep his fingernails tidy.
  • Helping an old lady’s across the street is not a joke but a gentleman’s duty.
  • A gentleman treats every elderly woman like he would want someone to treat his grandmother.
  • A gentleman can comment that a person’s mother is “beautiful" but will never call her, “Hot."
  • Upon introduction, a gentleman will not shorten a person’s name unless given permission to do so.
  • A gentleman will not “tut" or lift up his nose upon any other males or gentlemen-in-training who do not hold all the above standards of gentlemanhood.