A question regarding protocol

[Princess Grandpa]

If I'm out and about and I see one of my sisters, how do I proceed? Is it appropriate to compliment her outfit and express my admiration for her being out in the community? Is it better to pretend I didn't see her or try to pretend I didn't read her?

[Angela Campbell]

I treat them as if they were just another woman out and about as they are. If I know them I will talk to them but otherwise they are no different than anyone else.

[Eryn]

Treat them as the gender that they are presenting! That's the only safe way to go.

[Princess Grandpa]

I would definitely treat her as their shown gender. I had lots of respect for these ladies long before I truly understood what it takes to step out that door. I think I would like to offer show my admiration, but I wouldn't want to make her feel uncomfortable during what might be a very hard experience. Probably it's best if I keep my thoughts to myself and let her go about her day unmolested.

[Lorileah]

definitely don't tell her you "read" her. If you are in the habit of telling women you don't know and meet on the street how much you like their outfits, then you can do that. However, often that comes off creepy when a stranger on the street says something about what you are wearing. Cocktail party, bar, dinner engagement, any place where you may be introduced, then tell them how much you like what they are wearing.

Worst thing to do..."Hey...You yeah you the guy with the dress on...hey yeah I do that too. Cool skirt man, your wife know???"

[Princess Grandpa]

*smile*
I'm sure that wouldn't have been my reaction but I get the point. Thank you for answers!

[Jaylyn]

Worst thing to do..."Hey...You yeah you the guy with the dress on...hey yeah I do that too. Cool skirt man, your wife know???"[/QUOTE]

Lorileah, lol she has this redneck pegged, thanks for letting me know what not to say. Really I wouldn't say a thing. If I knew them might say hello and be friendly. I do really believe in the rule treat others as you would like to be treated. I personally wouldn't want to be outed by a sister on here, but wouldn't mind a wink and saying how are you doing today Ms Jaylyn.

[Kate Simmons]

While there are no "rules" for this per se PG, sometimes discretion is the better part of valor.:battingeyelashes::)

[AmyGaleRT]

If somebody recognized me when I was out and they said anything, I'd want it to be along the lines of, "Hi, Amy! How are you? You look nice today!" In other words, what one woman would say to another they encountered. For my part, I will treat people as the gender they present as (a habit I learned from Second Life).

- Amy

[Beverley Sims]

treat her like any other woman.
Smile and compliment her on her taste in clothes, if need be.