Re: Changing boundaries
Originally Posted by
Surfermom
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One of the charming things about living in the American South is that older ladies, even when it might be appropriate to call them by their first names, are instead titled "Miss" in front of their names. For men, it's "Mister." It's the perfect mix of familiarity and respect.
When people don't know each other or there is reason to offer respect - age, position, etc. - we still refer to each other as "sir" or "ma'am."
I've heard those being used on American TV programmes SM and I think it's lovely. Sounds SO respectful and quite charming.
Originally Posted by
solo
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LOL .Same as being called Madame. I am always tempted to tell them I have yet to run a brothel .
That made me chuckle solo
Thanks everyone, interesting to read all your comments and how some of us differ.