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There was a picture posted on facebook today. The title, in an archaic font, was “Rules of a Gentleman”. PG knew immediately that these suggestions, no matter how helpful, could not be pasted into this blog. It was time to ask Mr. Google for help.
Before we get started, the initials for this concept are ROAG. This might be pronounced the same as Rogue. A gentleman appreciates irony.
The top result is a tumblr, The Rules of a Gentleman. (Does a gentleman pay google for better rankings?) The line here is “Get promoted Submit your rules here Ask Twitter Archive Ladies?” This is a series of typeset images, that cannot be reproduced in this format. A gentleman uses copy and paste, and does not retype a clever saying. Unless it is so clever that he has no other choice, which is not the case here.
A few results down is another tumblr, Rules of a Gentleman. The jewels of wisdom here can be pasted here. Rule #234: If she’ll cheat WITH you, she’ll cheat ON you. Rule # 233: Everyone makes mistakes, but sorry will never do anything. Find a way to make up for your mistake. Rule #232: She is not going to magically read your mind and meet unspoken expectations. Rule #231: Listen. Rule #230: Dont change yourself to fit her needs. A comment on the google page says a lot: this blog is pretty much what it says. it’s four girls giving advice, or “rules” to the gentlemen out there that are apparently clueless as to what we want. This facility started on March 25, 2011. Rule # one: Never wear your hat indoors. You’ll look a lot more smooth if you take it off when you walk through the door.
The “urban” KING-mag offers 50 Rules To Being A Gentleman. The short version is “For dudes who split bills on fast-food dates, KING offers a template for sophistication. Relax and take notes.” “44. Wear a belt. It’s called underwear for a reason. 36. Being open-minded and aware of the world around you shows class and sophistication, but avoid seeming pretentious by being modest instead of showing off what you know. 34. Go easy on the slang, especially among those who are already judging you based on race and age. 19. Avoid unnecessary use of expletives in public, especially in the presence of a woman you’re trying to impress. 1. “Young guys should pump their brakes. Don’t have kids until you’re 30, and look at her family and background to know what you’re getting into.”—C. Mathis “
There is a facebook page, The Rules Of A Gentleman. It has 4206 likes. There is a twitter, @Rulesforgents. “This is the official twitter for TheRulesOfAGentleman! follow us and retweet as much as you want.” “Rule #245 : There are so many fishes in the sea. Do not settle until you have found your mermaid.” “Rule #229 : Just because she has dated douche bags,doesn’t mean there isn’t a chance for a nice guy.” There is a pinterest pinboard, Rules Of A Gentleman.
The next to last result on page one is a forum, FanFiction.Net. There is a story here, “The rules of a gentleman”. It is about a young man, Zachary Goode, who has a few things to learn. A friend dropped off a list of suggestions. “The No. 1 Rule of A Gentleman -Kindness goes a long way- Zach sighed. This was going to be one long list. “
Last, and probably least, are design you trust, Jay Mug, and geek-fill. These people reposted the image that started this adventure.
Pictures today are from The Library of Congress.