Listening to the radio this morning, it was interesting to hear that most "dating manuals" advocate that the man pay for the first few dates, and continue to offer to pay thereafter, except during times when the woman insists to pay. Furthermore, the woman should allow the man to pay during those first few dates. Apparently, this gives the man a sense of self-worth, esteem and control (that's a good thing?).
It all got me wondering -- i've been on a couple dates too in my lifetime -- why is it that men are the default source of finance for a date? The first date, or otherwise, or even during marriage. In the modern world, women work just as hard as men, and in many cases, earn more than their partner.
A throwback to the customs of our cavemen ancestors? The cavemen provided (food and shelter), and the cavewomen consumed?
