Re: whats your take on this?
When it comes to good deeds , people suddenly remember what Islam says about mehram and namehrams ...
How many of us respect the mehram/namehram laws when it comes to joint family systems? or even a bahoo is a namehram to the father in law but she is expected to treat him like she treats and respects her father... these are just two examples...
Therefore , I believe when you are thinking of a good deed , just go ahead with it... dont think twice ... dont let people drive you away from hypocritical thinking....
Good luck and May Allah be the guide to us all.