Bein' A Lady

One goal I have in life is to turn myself into a lady. Now, as with practically everything in life, there are different categories of "ladyhood." There's an English lady, one from the Victorian age, a New England lady, a Western lady, an Eastern lady, and a Southern lady - though they prefer belle. My category: Southern belle. They are a breed of their own. Just read What Southern Women Know About Flirting, The Southern Rules, or any of those.

Now, bein' a lady isn't a simple thing. It ain't just about dress and manner. It's a way of life. Obviously. A lady's gotta be charming, kind, compassionate, modest, witty, sensible, intelligent, subtle, and - most importantly - has to have a backbone. Otherwise one is just a bloomin' damsel-in-distress. News flash: any girl can save herself if she puts her mind to it. Southern ladies do it as a rule with sweet smiles, a sense of humor, and usually a home-baked goodie.

I've been working to get there. Sweet smiles I was born with and sense of humor. I can cook. Gotta backbone, intelligence, and modesty. So, I'm part way there. I know for sure, 'cause I have guys opening doors for me, bein' real nice and polite, and acting more like gentlemen. I always give a smile and say "thank you." Reinforce that behavior.

The whole point is that you act like a lady and get treated like one. I love it. Makes me feel all feminine and appreciated. THAT is what every sensible woman wants.