I hate walking past construction workers eating their lunches or taking a break. The workers either ogle you as you walk past or accost you with outrageous catcalls ("Hello Ms. Sugar Lips," "Hey Pink Pants," "Shake that thang," etc.). I'm not sure why they insist on acting like Neanderthals but my girlfriends and I find the experience extremely unpleasant.

Today I had the exact opposite encounter. On the way to pick up my dry cleaning I walked past four construction workers eating their lunches. Rather than leer at me, they gazed in my direction and said "Hello," "Good afternoon Ms.," and "Nice Day." I was surprised by their good manners and walked on a few steps, before turning around and heading back toward them.

I must tell you that this was the most pleasant interaction I've ever had
with construction workers. Rather than feeling like a sexual object, you
acknowledged me as a person. Thank you and have a nice day.

I thought acknowledgment might reinforce their good behavior. I only wish all construction workers could take a course given by Ms. Manners.