Jilly, I think your mother is right about that...
It's funny, but sometimes women get jealous and it's for no reason...if you're talking to a man or just saying hello it doesn't mean you're in love with that man...and the man shouldn't think that either, but that's another story...lol
It sounds like an insecurity on the women's part...
Now back to the topic...hmmm, well I think some people should learn to cover their mouth when they are coughing, sneezing or even yawning...I commute on the train and I see this everyday...I wish it was proper etiquette for me to say something (I'm very tempted) and I find it rude, but I think it's in their upbringing...
franny