[DustyMoment]

He's not saying I'm some helpless idiot, he's simply showing respect!

Not to quibble, but he's showing good manners - what used to be called "common courtesy". Unfortunately, "common courtesy" isn't very common, anymore.

When I hold a door, whether it be for a woman OR a man, it is rare to get a simple "thank you", much less any acknowledgement at all. That's not a bash on women, just a statement that, as a society, we're not as polite or courteous as we once were.

[SuziQ]

Yes, but good manners are simply a sign of respect for others.

[pollyannaish]

it is rare to get a simple "thank you", much less any acknowledgment at all.

Depressing, isn't it?