Posted by 10derHeart on April 21, 2009, at 13:19:58
In reply to Re: Not ethical for Dr. Bob » 10derHeart, posted by Phillipa on April 21, 2009, at 13:08:03
I wasn't thinking along those lines, myself.
Is eating dinner with someone always, or automatically, a date? (gosh, I may be in trouble..... ;-) )
However....it is a thought. Many married folks in my group of friends/acquaintances will stay away from one-on-one socializing with the opposite sex, due to their personal and professional ethics. It isn't a trust thing, or anything like that, it's more a reality of life - and fairly pragmatic - as someone here likes to say. The very nature of people is to sometimes see a thing and jump to conclusions, or at least wonder, and then possibly gossip. I am acquainted with military chaplains and other people in various leadership positions in various organizations. They just aren't going to take the risk.... Also, some just don't think it's appropriate, as yes, it can *look* like a date, no matter the "truth." A personal choice.
Anyway....all that wouldn't necessarily have a thing to do with Dr. Bob. I don't recall his marital status ever being something he's discussed here. Maybe so, but I don't remember. I'm just thinking out loud based on Deneb's wondering and your post, too...
It is a good and interesting question.
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