Yep - I think the crew can see where this is heading.
My father is now 83 and still follows hat etiquette rules he learned as a young Texan in El Paso.
Hunter
I don't care if it hurts. I want to have control. I want a perfect body. I want a perfect soul. - Creep by Radiohead
Remove the hat or tip it?
Here is some information from the first lady of etiquette. Notice it is devoid of any requirement relating to the presence of a female.
https://emilypost.com/advice/hats-of...-for-everyone/
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