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Old Oct 17, 2013, 07:50 PM
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Well, I still look young for my age. So, I don't fully agree with the unflattering aspect.

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Originally Posted by healingme4me View Post
Miss, tends to be more common, in the Northeast. But, if someone with a southern drawl, addressed me, as Ma-am, I wouldn't take offense.

I am with you in the category of being referred to as 'young lady'. I take it as a compliment, that I still appear 'young'
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Originally Posted by growlycat View Post
I would be offended by "young lady" etc because I've noticed, especially at doctor's offices, it is affectionate but in a tongue-in-cheek way...like saying "hey there slim" to a fat guy. Same idea. Not flattering.


(it's usually from men, fyi)