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[jaala]

So another person called me "Sir" yesterday. In all fairness, he was approaching from a distance and I was wearing very unisex clothing and sitting hunched over a newspaper. The incredibly polite young man had asked for directions; i.e. the response would require me to talk. "Uh-oh," I thought, "He's going to be embarassed." But I couldn't think of any way to avoid it... so he was. Extremely embarassed and falling over himself to apologize, despite my assurances that it
was okay. Poor guy.

Earlier that evening, I attended a speech and Q&A with (former Lt.-Gen.) Romeo Dallaire. It provided much to think about. He is a compelling speaker, modest, and unbelievably optimistic considering his experiences.

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[gridlockjoe.livejournal.com]

Once at a Sonic drive-in restaurant in Louisiana, I got called "ma'am"... Now, do I look like a ma'am to you?

(It definitely sounded like "ma'am" and not "man")

[jaala]

Youch!

[fapiece.livejournal.com]

I got my first "ma'am" about three years ago, from a customer approaching from behind. I don't get that anymore.

[forget-my-fate.livejournal.com]

On the bright side, at least the guy was polite and called you "sir", and not "hey you" or something like that. Also, at least he addressed you like you were a grown-up... at a hotel restaurant in Corner Brook last week the waitress asked me if I was under 12. I know I look young, but do I really look THAT young?

[jaala]

True, he was very polite. That's why I would have avoided embarrassing him if it had been possible.

No, you don't look THAT young!