Originally Posted by
justflyingin
I don't think that 80 year olds have the right to be rude. No one does. Anyone, however, is certainly entitled to his/her opinion about any given matter.
Glad you had grace in the situation. I'll bet she's never tried it (as neither have I and would LOVE to!).
Yes, you are correct... but I was taught to respect my elders, not necessarily agree with them, but respect them.
(respect: deference to a right, privilege, privileged position, or someone or something considered to have certain rights or privileges; proper acceptance or courtesy; acknowledgment)