LaCresha's Lens Focuses On...page 53...Chivalry

Chivalry is not dead.  I am so glad to be able to say that with truth.  This very kind man I have been speaking to online has voiced to me he is one to open doors, buy flowers, take a lady out and treat her well.  While stepping into a Target store the other day I approached the door at the same time he stopped, extended his hand and said, "Where I come from, ladies are first"
Kind gentlemen still exist.  I love it.
According to Merriam-Webster
-  the system of values (such as loyalty and honor) that knights in the Middle Ages were expected to follow

- an honorable and polite way of behaving especially toward women

 

While many men have gotten away with treating women with a lack of respect and appreciation, that is not every man out there.  I have come to truly appreciate being called, "ma'am", I love the level of respect which is behind it.  There is something when it comes from a man with a sweet southern drawl that gets to my heart.

What I will always and forever appreciate it when a door is opened for me.  I absolutely love when a man takes a couple moments from his day to hold a door for a lady.  I will always sincerely express my gratitude with a "thank you".

 

There are certain things a man can do to really make him stand out.  The time and effort to be chivalrous towards others.  It may be age old, however, it is timeless.  The display of consideration and respect really shows what a person is like at their core.  I hope women out there will take two seconds to express their appreciation to someone who shows a little chivalry towards them.  We need to return the respect which is being shown to us.  Sure, we can open the door ourselves, let's not allow our own stubbornness to forget to be courteous in return.  This respect which is being shown to us, needs to be appreciated.  Don't ruin it for others if you do not enjoy it.  Be grateful, a little gratitude can go a long way.