I wish the old paths were before us instead of behind us.
#12
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Join Date: Nov 2010
Location: Ontario Canada
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I think the oppression wasn't much different from today...it depended on the kind of man you married, just like it does today.
Watching my daughter go through the dating game, I have to say it is MUCH worse on women today. Many of those young men have no idea how to be men these days, and they are still just as abusive...just not physically
Watching my daughter go through the dating game, I have to say it is MUCH worse on women today. Many of those young men have no idea how to be men these days, and they are still just as abusive...just not physically
#13
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Join Date: Jul 2010
Posts: 1,789
Originally Posted by IrishNY
Not the least bit interested in the "old paths".
I like working, went crazy for the few years I was home with small children, don't cook and have no interest in learning and would not be a part of a household where the husband wore the pants.
We are equal partners and have a life that allows us both to feel fulfilled, and have raised our four children to expect the same.
Sorry, but I think most of it sounds awful (for me anyway).
I like working, went crazy for the few years I was home with small children, don't cook and have no interest in learning and would not be a part of a household where the husband wore the pants.
We are equal partners and have a life that allows us both to feel fulfilled, and have raised our four children to expect the same.
Sorry, but I think most of it sounds awful (for me anyway).
#14
to me men are not the people who should wear the pants I find that men who think that way are usually the ones who abuse neglect and treat women like chattels now this may not be everyone's experience but it is mine
#15
Originally Posted by amandasgramma
I can agree with some of those but not all. Those were the days before permanent press, before dishwashers and microwaves, before anti-lock breaks, and before (GASP) internet!!!!!!!!!!! Oh --- and quilt making was a LOT harder!!!!
#16
Amen! I'm pretty young to be missing "the good old days" that I can't remember but I still live by these principles. I choose to stay home with our girls, I love and support my husband. I know it's not the life for everyone but I love my life this way! :D I have friends, however, who I feel embody these ideals even though they work outside the home, or takeout more than eat in. They still love their families and give selflessly to make their houses a home. I do wish I could've lived in another decade, sometimes, though.
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