I wouldn't really object to any of the 10 things listed to be honest, though yes, I'd rather be called Madam, or love, or pet, than young lady. And yes, *NanaandGrampy", being called Ma'am by a cowboy is just the best, especially if he tips his hat! Forgetting things at my age? Yes, I said that myself today at the optician's when she realised I'd been wearing my contact lenses in the wrong eyes for the past 6 months You don't look 60-whatever years old? I'd take that and thank them. Being described as adorable? Well, I am
The only time I can remember bristling was when I took something back to M & S as it was too big and the assistant said I could order a replacement online if I could get someone to show me how to do it..... She was a sweet young thing though, so I let it go (is that ageist and patronising? )