Being asked THE question

[DyerStraits]

I'm going to respond but first I'm going to apologize for going on a bit of a rant.

I personally think that "The Question" is rude and offensive. If I were to ask the same question of a woman I could go to jail.

I personally gave up answering or trying to be cute or have a snappy response about five years ago after hearing if for the 10,000th time.

Today if I am asked by a woman I respond seriously with "Would it be appropriate if I asked you something like that?"
If I am asked by a man I do not respond at all. I simply look at him with a look that clearly implies I'm wondering if he is looking for a date.

I've been interviewed on TV and radio ten times. I always warn the interviewer before hand that I do not like being asked. I will tell them that I will respond only with "Shoes and Socks". Every one of them have been very understanding and supportive once they think about it for a moment.

I honestly believe that if we, the kilt wearers, continue to come up with quick, funny responses we are only perpetuating the asking of "The Question". We are turning it into a joke.
I think we should all grow up and realize that sexual harassment is real, that it is wrong, and can no longer be tolerated. No matter who it comes from, who it is directed towards, or the context.

OK, sorry, off my soapbox now.

Absolutely, positively no need to apologize, and I could not agree more. Respond to it however you wish (and my own replies are as sharp as Sheffield Steel) it is a mind-bogglingly rude, offensive and stupid thing to ask anyone, anytime, anywhere. Period.