Dear Abby:
Our grandson recently got married and one Sunday afternoon the newlyweds paid us an unexpected visit. After visiting for a short while, I thought my wife should have offered them some coffee or tea.
I would like to know who should take the initiative to make an offering. I feel that the wife (who is the home-maker) should have taken it upon herself (or should have asked me) to make a lunch or something to offer to our guests. I know that we made a bad impression on the young couple.
What is the correct way to handle this kind of situation?
-- WANTS TO LEAD BY EXAMPLE
Dear Wants to Lead by Example,
So then be an example. Living in a modern society, I believe both men and women can take the initiative in this kind of situation. If you thought it was appropriate to make coffee or tea, why didn't you suggest it? Even in sticking to a traditional style of hospitality, you could suggest making coffee and ask your wife to serve it. Why not mix things up and try making and serving it yourself? I think your wife would appreciate it.
Love,
Abby
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