Thoughts on the Rules...

We have been discussing our divers theories on men and women and the possible connection thereof...After dissecting bobgirrl's Bucket Theory, fellow 'old school' chap RW came up with some simple rules for chaps to follow while in pursuit...Now, like RW, I am many, many years removed from the 'dating scene'...When I was last involved it was called 'courting', which might give you some idea of the time period...But, even so, I think I might add a rule or two to the list which is probably still applicable to today's young ladies...

Additions to "The Rules":

1. Shoes, Shoes, Shoes -- Chaps, hear me, the first thing that a lady will look at is your shoes...This is true, ask anyone. So, make sure that you own a nice pair of leather shoes, bench made at least, and ensure that they are clean and highly polished...Trust me on this.

2. Humour, lack of -- Be funny and pleasant...A good sense of humour will go a very long way with most ladies...They like it when someone can make them laugh, we all do. And do not be afraid to laugh at yourself. If you are a humourless stick, then you had better lighten up and find someone to help you.

3. Good manners -- If you have none, then find them...As RW points out, good manners are appreciated by ladies, even if they don't realize it. It does not matter how liberated they are, they will appreciate good manners. Master your manners, in conversation and at table...Buy a book and practice at home if you have to. And in the words of Evelyn Waugh; "Never apologize, never explain".

4. A note on scent -- If you are going to wear cologne, follow these rules: Purchase real eau de parfum for yourself...Do not wear the synthetic garbage out there, and do not wear trash designed for men and women...There is no such thing! Purchase a real (non-synthetic) masculine scent and remember: When wearing cologne, only someone very close to you (physically) should be able to smell it. That is what it is for, you are not trying to freshen the entire room...Just a little dab will do...It also need not be expensive, a little known fact is that you can wear one of the old classics, like Clubman...Yes, you see, these older classic scents work because it reminds the lady of her father. Sounds weird, but it works...The key factor with almost all ladies is that you do not over do it...Overspray is a very big show stopper...