Guys...Do You Open the Door for a Girl?

My daughter started dating this guy and after the third date she asked him why he didn't open the car door for her. He responded, "Can't you do it?" She said, "Of course I can, but it would be nice if you did." My husband always opens the door for me, runs and opens doors for other people, holds the elevator door open for people, helps them with their groceries, returns shopping carts, and other simple but kindly gestures (FYI... my daughters and I also do these things). Is it a lost thing? Maybe I'm old fashioned, but to me it's just the right thing to do.

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MartinII · 70-79, M

Yes. I think it’s just good manners. Of course some ladies object on equality or feminist grounds.

Equally, I’m glad to say that young ladies quite often offer me their seat on the London Underground - more often, I think, than young men do. I think that’s good manners too, and I am grateful. Fortunately, however, I am still quite able-bodied, so I always refuse politely!

Mamapolo2016 · F

@MartinII Double win! Thank you for your thoughtfulness, and I donMt need it!

livingaloha · 41-45, F

@MartinII Yes, it should work both ways. People in general need to be more polite and thoughtful!