Well you started this thread mastersgem- you can take all the credit
One of my girls said last night that she's an old fashioned girl, at heart. That I think ties in with what has been said in this thread- the old values of honour & decency, caring for one's girl etc.
To be a Dom, is to be yourself- to not put on an act, play a part or impress others.
I personally strive to get through each day without hurting anyone, & aim to affect others in a positive way.
Last night I got to speak to one of my girls on the phone for the first time- after many hundreds of hours chatting online. It was a profoundly moving experience to connect to someone on that level. I won't forget that conversation in a hurry.
Yeah, you don't have to be a 'hard man' to be a Dom.