It does seem like he has the best manners, doesn't it? But have you ever notice the way he looks at Michelle? He looks at her like the sun revolves around her, THAT is why he acts that way. DH (thankfully) is the same to me. And I try to be the same to him, but I do have my *moments*
I think too often life gets in the way and we take each other for granted, and that is when the manners start to slide or become nonexistent. Or, we settle for "someone" because they are pretty enough, smart enough, rich enough or whatever enough, and really don't care about the person. When you find the person you really want to be with and really love and connect with, they become your sun, and then the manners kick in. Why would you treat your favorite person with any less?
Wow, that was sappy.
Nan
ETA: I think some men don't know what to do. They see women wanting to be independent, so they get confused on whether to open the door, or let us off the elevator 1st. I say, err on the side of respect and open the door. I'm not so stuck on women's rights that I don't appreciate the door being held open for me. Heck, I'm apt to be annoyed if you don't hold the door! I know there are women who will snap on a man for opening a door, but I think that is few and far between. But I can see why the men could be confused, and us women don't always make it easy!! On the other hand, if there is a man behind me, I will still wait and hold the door open. Its just plain rude to the door close in anyone's face if they are behind you. That irks the heck out of me.
