Just so nobody gets the wrong idea, I don't hate men. I have been married to one for 46 years. I am the mother of four men. I know these men and I know that they are not the jackasses I object to.
Men and women and LGBTQ people all share this planet. There needs to be more humanity. We need to all see each other as fellow passengers on this big blue ball we call home.
Differences are fine, good even. Thinking for yourself and forming opinions is good. Belittling and demeaning "others", is what I have a problem with.
I know that I am guilty of saying things and sharing things on Facebook that might seem to be anti male. What I am trying to express is the attitudes and behaviors of men who think we women should all be "barefoot and pregnant" all the time.
I have five children, so it is often assumed that I am the "little woman" Well, it so happens I was barefoot and pregnant. . But it was by choice. I choose to get pregnant and I chose to have these, now adult children.
We undervalue parenting and as a result, women (and men) who choose to be at home with their children are often not seen as valuable, contributing members of society.
Little or no maternity leave in this country (USA), is a disservice to mothers, children, families and society.
Okay, that's my lesson for the day.
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