Are you a lady?

As you all probably know, I'm ALL girl. Meaning, I LOVE pearls, make-up, pink, ruffles, pretty outfits, gettin' dolled up, fingernail polish, mani/pedi's & the list could go on & on. I found that through this blog, I can relate to SO many of you. 

My Nannie (my mom's mom) was raised very Southern, so in return so was my mom... & of course so was I. The ONE thing my mom tells me STILL to this day is, "Always be a lady." And I hope to pass that on to my daughters one day.

So, what IS a lady??

From its roots in British nobility as the female equivalent of "Lord", the term "lady" carries a connotation of elegance and class. If you'd like to be thought of as a lady, they key is to mix traditional feminine ideals with modern reality in a way that works for you.

So, which ones do YOU agree with??

You don't reveal your age or weight, unless absolutely necessary.

• You never ask a gentleman how much money he makes.
• When in doubt, you dress up. You would never look too casual for an event.
• (I will say I'm not ALWAYS dressed up, BUT a dab of lipstick & mascara can go a long way)
• You never say that you're leaving for the bathroom. You simply excuse yourself.
• You don't complain about things you can't change - like waiting in line or the weather.
• If a gentleman offers to pay for a date, you politely accept.
• When it's up to you to tip, you always leave at least 20%
• (AMEN)
• You don't engage in prolonged public displays of affection.
• (Yes! Too much PDA = gross)
• You never talk on your phone when in a restaurant or at the movies.
• (Guilty, but I try not to)
• You don't gossip.
• You drink in moderation. You never let your drinking behavior get out of control.
• (Guilty. But that's been long gone for a LONG time)
• You do not discuss religion or politics at the dinner table.
• (Amen)
• If you've been given a gift, you follow up with a written thank you note or card.
• (This is HUGE for me. My Nannie, JUST the other day was ranting on about how no one sends out thank-you's anymore. HUGE no-no in my Lady book)
• You don't use call waiting. You instead use voicemail for interrupting calls.
• (Guilty, but I truly try & NOT do it)
• You always RSVP to invitations, and you never ask if you can bring extra guests.
• You don't discuss your past relationships with the person you're dating.
• (Unless it's necessary)
• You don't tell sexist or racist jokes.
• You do not interrupt people speaking to you.
• You don't flirt with men that you aren't interested in.
• If you are on a diet, you do not discuss it at the dinner table.
• (Well, I DEFINITELY do this with friends)
• You carry the smallest purse possible, depending on the occasion.
• (And this one is a joke to me, whoops)
• You never turn down an invitation hoping something better will come along that night.
• When in doubt, you dress modestly - saving sexier clothes for the right occasion.
• You never ask if you look fat.

I know some of these may be extreme for some, but growing up Southern, I can't help but agree most of those. Now, don't get me wrong. I act like a complete hula gen sometimes, ha! But I would say 90% I try my very best to always act like a lady. When I'm with my friends, I usually let loose which is completely acceptable to me in moderation.

What are some things y'all believe that a "lady" should always do??