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Agree.

Believe me, I do understand what you are saying. We really must be careful. I do not have all the answers.

I do know that politeness and courtesy begets politeness and courtesy. Direct eye contact and a smile works great as well.

More often than not, if it is just me, I pretty much let it slide. I'm a big boy, I been walked on and stomped on lots of times. I hold doors open for the ladies no matter what they look like. Screaming kids on airlines do not bother me. I get a laugh out of most things going on around me. Be rude to my wife? I'll nail your hide every time. There are just some things I do not let slide.

Be safe!

If Miss Wench wants to raise an almighty stink cause I object to her cutting in line, fine. Let her. There is a difference between letting something go because it is not the time or place, like on a freeway at 70 mph, or in line at Subway.

Yes, there are maniacs out there who will fight at the drop of a hat, but they are not everybody.

I am not submissive. I am not agressive. Be polite with me and I will return the favor, probably be more polite and gentlemanly than most.

I often see where we packers avoid speaking up for obvious insults because we are carrying just to avoid confrontation. Why do we do this? Just because we pack, we still can stand up for civility and manners when the slobs of the world step on our toes. Really, folks, did we give up all semblance of our identity as human beings when we chose to carry?

True students of history know that past societies who were armed were truly polite. We are armed. We are polite. If someone offends me in public, they will know about it. Politely. The conflict resolution comes into play when the true jerk of an individual surfaces, then back off and if necessary, call professionals.

The wench in diamonds needs to learn her place. Teach her.