Here's my two cents on the issue:

Personally, I'm finding it hard to see what was rude and disrespectful in the situation. The older lady said she felt the ducks were beautiful, d-h18 then said he would bring them by so she could see them up close.

For me, I thought it was more of a joking situation with the lady...and that's probably how it was meant...I know that's probably how I would have dealt with it, too.

Once again, just my two cents on the issue...I kinda think its funny that's its got as much debate as it has, though