Standing up when a lady enters the room

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1w ago1 min read

Had dinner with my wife's family last night and stood up when her sister arrived. My brother in law gave me a weird look like it was odd. I was raised that you stand for ladies, period. It's about respect and basic manners. Seems like these things are disappearing. Do you guys still do this or am I just old fashioned?

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BBrandonNew Dad1w ago

Honestly respect that. My wife's family is more casual about it but I like having those manners. It's not about being old fashioned, it's about showing respect.

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GGarrettRegular1w ago

What did your brother in law say? Because honestly standing up is just basic courtesy. Did he give you grief about it?

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AAndy T.Regular1w ago

Standing up shows respect and good manners, period. My kids see me do it and they're learning what being a gentleman actually looks like. Don't let the weird looks stop you.

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WWalter T.Regular1w ago

That's class, man. Your brother in law probably just wasn't raised that way, but your wife's family definitely noticed and appreciated it. Keep doing what feels right to you.

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