Written by At a high profile event recently, hosts and guests alike, marveled at the behavior of one of the lady guests in attendance, seated at one of the many well laid-out tables, replete with choice wines and juices, and a continuous banquet spread of dishes and delicacies.
She was keenly watched, in particular, by one of the Host’s ‘old boy’ tables where close and respected male associates and friends occupied prime seats. With frequency, waiters came and asked the well-dressed lady what she would care to eat or drink, and she would politely decline their offers for close to three hours, as she claimed two adjoining chairs, one at the head of the table at which she sat, and one immediately opposite her, for two anticipated guests.
There she sat, occasionally nodding respectfully or warmly at various other guests, who would catch her attention from time to time, by their own greetings. Meanwhile, the lady continued to sit quietly, entertaining herself for the three hour period, by composing something or other on her handset. At last, she arose from her seat with palpable excitement, as two men—an elder and a young man—directly approached her.
As they drew near, she quickly bowed her knees deferentially for the elder man, and then fairly leapt upon him, throwing both arms affectionately about his neck! Then, all three of them sat down, together – - the elder at the head of her table, and the young man opposite her, as she beckoned on a nearby waiter to begin to serve the food and drinks she had reserved for themselves, as she had awaited her husband’s and son’s arrival. Neither her patient, disciplined consistent refusal to partake beforehand of any of the Party offerings, nor the respectful, yet loving way she greeted her husband, was lost on any of the casual or known observers at the event.
Her dignified reserve and warm affection accorded great prestige to her husband, and made her own prolonged wait for, and reception of husband and son an event within the Event. Just as genuine chivalry in men, and husbands, in particular, is greatly to be cherished by good women, and wives, so too, gracious reserved comportment and reverence for husbands by wives, is highly prized, and readily sets such wives apart, as virtuous women and wives of excellence.
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