bazelos 0 #1 March 1, 2006 So this is women's week in our university, the weekly "newspaper" says how this is the time to celebrate all that women have contributed to the society. My question is why? Do we have a men's week where we talk about all the things that men have done? What's the point? He who makes a beast of himself gets rid of the pain of being a man. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
feuergnom 28 #2 March 1, 2006 ohh poor you. such a big boy and nobody pays attention on ya The universal aptitude for ineptitude makes any human accomplishment an incredible miracle dudeist skydiver # 666 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
swedishcelt 0 #3 March 1, 2006 Um. Haven't you read a history book lately? Men are celebrated disproportionately already. The balance is historically way out of whack. It's about time it was shifted a little. You'll survive it. It's only a week. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
waltappel 1 #4 March 1, 2006 QuoteSo this is women's week in our university, the weekly "newspaper" says how this is the time to celebrate all that women have contributed to the society. My question is why? Do we have a men's week where we talk about all the things that men have done? What's the point? The point is that there are a lot of very bitter and angry women who feel they have been treated unfairly and have turned into crusaders. I can't say that I entirely disagree with them but yes, it would be really nice to see people overcome their bitterness and anger and simply be the people they want to be without screaming to the world about how right they are and how very wrong everyone else is. By the way, I'm not picking on women here. There's a whole lot of other groups to which this applies. edited to add: I personally think the women of the world should be celebrated every day. Having some BS women's week is a joke. I guess I should also add that I really don't much give a fuck about men or their place in history or anything else. We just aren't all that fascinating to me. Walt Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
lisamariewillbe 1 #5 March 1, 2006 QuoteDo we have a men's week Yes, pretty much every week is.Sudsy Fist: i don't think i'd ever say this Sudsy Fist: but you're looking damn sudsydoable in this Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
bazelos 0 #6 March 1, 2006 I agree with you, there's no reason to have special weeks for people that want to be considered equal, take this, I work at a bar and next week we will be giving cheaper drinks to chicks because they ged paid less than men, aparently it's around 17%. I have no idea where that comes, I get paid £5.40ish an hour, so do my female barmates, I have yet to see a detailed report on how a girl that has the same background knowledge, same skills and same tasks with a guy in a company gets paid less than him. I am not in any way ditching girls, I just don't understand the reason for such a week to exist.He who makes a beast of himself gets rid of the pain of being a man. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
jumper03 0 #7 March 1, 2006 QuoteSo this is women's week in our university, the weekly "newspaper" says how this is the time to celebrate all that women have contributed to the society. My question is why? Do we have a men's week where we talk about all the things that men have done? What's the point? easy - just stop reading - damn.Scars remind us that the past is real Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
bazelos 0 #8 March 1, 2006 QuoteUm. Haven't you read a history book lately? Care to elaborate on this?He who makes a beast of himself gets rid of the pain of being a man. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
New2Blue 0 #9 March 1, 2006 "You'll survive it. It's only a week"- Swedishcelt. I said that to a girlfriend once. I miss her. LOL Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
lisamariewillbe 1 #10 March 1, 2006 QuoteI have yet to see a detailed report on how a girl that has the same background knowledge, same skills and same tasks with a guy in a company gets paid less than him Thats probably because you havent tried to find that information. Google it... Its there for the taking. Ya just have to suck it up and stop being whiney about shit and be proactive.Sudsy Fist: i don't think i'd ever say this Sudsy Fist: but you're looking damn sudsydoable in this Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
swedishcelt 0 #11 March 1, 2006 Absolutely. Women's history is neglected to an appalling extent in even modern history books. What? Did you think that only men existed throughout the ages? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
lisamariewillbe 1 #12 March 1, 2006 QuoteDid you think that only men existed throughout the ages? but but women arent as important as men are in history, why hold it against the man that he did more for modern life then girls did... I mean wasnt it men who formed this blah blah blah .... I hate sexist pigs. Our sig lines are awesome Need more nunsSudsy Fist: i don't think i'd ever say this Sudsy Fist: but you're looking damn sudsydoable in this Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
waltappel 1 #13 March 1, 2006 Why isn't this in Speakers Corner where it belongs? Walt Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
lisamariewillbe 1 #14 March 1, 2006 Damn Walt you beat me to it Sudsy Fist: i don't think i'd ever say this Sudsy Fist: but you're looking damn sudsydoable in this Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
RhondaLea 4 #15 March 1, 2006 Things have changed a lot in the last 30 years, but I grew up during a time when women stayed home and men went to work. Men also ran the world. Women made life comfortable for men and reared their children. I don't think the change came about because of "a lot of bitter and angry women" but because of a lot of thoughtful women who had a vision of something better for their daughters. The pendulum always swings--hard--before it comes back to center. It's just human nature, and it happens every time the privilege of a group is challenged by a group not so privileged. And, too, there are always radical, vehement people in such groups with ideas that are out on the fringe, but they generally do not reflect the consensus of the main body of the group. Mostly they just serve as a bad example for the vehement radicals on the opposing side to point to as "all that is wrong with ________ today." rlIf you don't know where you're going, you should know where you came from. Gullah Proverb Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
rehmwa 2 #16 March 1, 2006 Quote...Men also ran the world. Women made life comfortable for men and reared their children....The pendulum always swings--hard--before it comes back to center. God, I hope so, I'd really like to stay home, make the place comfortable, and raise my daughter. Not yet. ... Driving is a one dimensional activity - a monkey can do it - being proud of your driving abilities is like being proud of being able to put on pants Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
waltappel 1 #17 March 1, 2006 QuoteDamn Walt you beat me to it At least you can be very sure that I don't think that happened because I'm a man. It just kind of happened. Walt Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
lisamariewillbe 1 #18 March 1, 2006 QuoteAt least you can be very sure that I don't think that happened because I'm a man. It just kind of happened. LMAO of course not, like a good boy you feel like you are a "slave to the women of the world" by your own admission.Sudsy Fist: i don't think i'd ever say this Sudsy Fist: but you're looking damn sudsydoable in this Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Darius11 12 #19 March 1, 2006 If the traditional roles get reversed that would rock. I could sit home chill do what ever I want, and all I have to do is keep my girl/wife happy by having lots of sex with her, Drinking beer, and watching the game with her. WOW that must be haven. I wonder what kind of car would she buy me?I'd rather be hated for who I am, than loved for who I am not." - Kurt Cobain Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
waltappel 1 #20 March 1, 2006 QuoteQuoteAt least you can be very sure that I don't think that happened because I'm a man. It just kind of happened. LMAO of course not, like a good boy you feel like you are a "slave to the women of the world" by your own admission. Admission, hell--I'm proud of it! I've been trained well. Most men are slaves, they're just not willing to admit it. Walt Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
lisamariewillbe 1 #21 March 1, 2006 QuoteIf the traditional roles get reversed that would rock. I see more and more where the parent with the better job works and sometimes it is the man. The man does the "Mr. Mom" thing. Sometimes people dont accept it but to me its all in a matter of what the family wants and what is best for them. If a parent can stay home then its worth the lose in income. That being said, being a at home parent when done right, is the HARDEST job anyone man, or woman can do. Its also the most rewarding. Except for maybe finding a cure for cancer.Sudsy Fist: i don't think i'd ever say this Sudsy Fist: but you're looking damn sudsydoable in this Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Amazon 7 #22 March 1, 2006 QuoteI could sit home chill do what ever I want, and all I have to do is keep my girl/wife happy by having lots of sex with her, Drinking beer, and watching the game with her. WOW that must be haven The role of housewife entails just a tad more duties than that. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
unformed 0 #23 March 1, 2006 QuoteIf the traditional roles get reversed that would rock. I could sit home chill do what ever I want, and all I have to do is keep my girl/wife happy by having lots of sex with her, Drinking beer, and watching the game with her. WOW that must be haven. I wonder what kind of car would she buy me? you forgot ordering takeout. and telling the maid what to clean. This ad space for sale. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
lisamariewillbe 1 #24 March 1, 2006 The day a man can squeeze a grape fruit out of their penis is the day women can stop feeling superior... Sudsy Fist: i don't think i'd ever say this Sudsy Fist: but you're looking damn sudsydoable in this Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Steel 0 #25 March 1, 2006 QuoteQuote...Men also ran the world. Women made life comfortable for men and reared their children....The pendulum always swings--hard--before it comes back to center. God, I hope so, I'd really like to stay home, make the place comfortable, and raise my daughter. Not yet.If I could make a wish, I think I'd pass. Can't think of anything I need No cigarettes, no sleep, no light, no sound. Nothing to eat, no books to read. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
