International Women's Day
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Comment from RebelRose
I am almost 10 years older than you ut I can relate to all you say about how it was for us women in the decade we grew up in. Perhaps the 'rules' and 'beliefs' were even more strict in my era, but the concept was pretty much the same. We were groomed to be wives and mothers and careers were discouraged except for teachers and nurses. This is very well written.
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I am almost 10 years older than you ut I can relate to all you say about how it was for us women in the decade we grew up in. Perhaps the 'rules' and 'beliefs' were even more strict in my era, but the concept was pretty much the same. We were groomed to be wives and mothers and careers were discouraged except for teachers and nurses. This is very well written.
Comment Written 06-Mar-2012
reply by the author on 06-Mar-2012
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Isn't it intersting that even now your moniker has a flash of independence...rebelrose, delighted to meet you.
Comment from reconciled
Wow excellent write...I never really thought about it from a women's point of view, I guess it was a revolution of sorts. I agree that it is a shame that women anywhere should treated as second class citizens. I'm fifty, but my soul is much older than that.(lol) Great read.God bless you-Michael.
reply by the author on 06-Mar-2012
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Wow excellent write...I never really thought about it from a women's point of view, I guess it was a revolution of sorts. I agree that it is a shame that women anywhere should treated as second class citizens. I'm fifty, but my soul is much older than that.(lol) Great read.God bless you-Michael.
Comment Written 06-Mar-2012
reply by the author on 06-Mar-2012
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Alan Alda said on a late night talk show perhaps three decades ago and even I was shocked. I never fully appreciated that a man could be a feminist...that's exactly what he called himself...not a supporter of.. a feminist and so brother may I wish you a happy and joyful International Women's Day.
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Comment from sweetwoodjax
this is very well written, spiritual echo, you did a great job writing this poem about the advances made in the treatment of women over the years. i enjoyed reading it
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this is very well written, spiritual echo, you did a great job writing this poem about the advances made in the treatment of women over the years. i enjoyed reading it
Comment Written 06-Mar-2012
reply by the author on 06-Mar-2012
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Try to celebrat tomorrow, or at the very least buy flowers for a woman who doesn't think she counts. You are part of the oral history that we must respect and pass on as our responsibility and respect for the battles waged.
Comment from Bellydanser
A marvelous write, Spiritual Echo. Strong conviction comes through in your words. Great expressiveness, wonderful mechanics and a terrific message. You are correct that many of today's young woman don't understand some of their freedoms and what price was paid to get them.
I work in a store frequented by college kids. I will sometimes get a couple at the counter where the girl wants to pay for her items, but the boy is insistent about not letting her. I always pause and double-check with the young woman. "Are you sure you want to let him? You know, my generation fought a revolution so you could say no." I also explain to some of the fellas that it's about not feeling 'obligated'. Some of them understand when put in that light. Some still don't.
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A marvelous write, Spiritual Echo. Strong conviction comes through in your words. Great expressiveness, wonderful mechanics and a terrific message. You are correct that many of today's young woman don't understand some of their freedoms and what price was paid to get them.
I work in a store frequented by college kids. I will sometimes get a couple at the counter where the girl wants to pay for her items, but the boy is insistent about not letting her. I always pause and double-check with the young woman. "Are you sure you want to let him? You know, my generation fought a revolution so you could say no." I also explain to some of the fellas that it's about not feeling 'obligated'. Some of them understand when put in that light. Some still don't.
Comment Written 06-Mar-2012
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Wonderful! I love what you are doing. Keep the faith and don't let any young ladies within the sphere of your influence slip.
Comment from mermaids
I found your essay interesting and full of important points.
Today, many women in the world suffer as you well describe various forms of torture and should not be forgotten.
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I found your essay interesting and full of important points.
Today, many women in the world suffer as you well describe various forms of torture and should not be forgotten.
Comment Written 06-Mar-2012
reply by the author on 06-Mar-2012
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No they should not. Even our pre-feminist lives were a luxury by many standards.
Comment from Narvik
Echo, you covered this subject EXTREMELY well. Both with fluid, well-polished writing style and the emotional impact. You had me right there with you with every word. I'm a little younger than you but still remember a lot of inequality that are, thank God, improving. I'm glad to see you included the oppressed and abused women in other countries. More attention is needed in that area. There's a big world out there outside of our borders that needs a lot of attention.
I'm not sure, but I'm wondering if that image you included might not be Sojourner Truth during her famous "Ain't I a Woman" speech?
Anyway, thanks for writing this. It does women everywhere a service--and men.
~ CJ
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Echo, you covered this subject EXTREMELY well. Both with fluid, well-polished writing style and the emotional impact. You had me right there with you with every word. I'm a little younger than you but still remember a lot of inequality that are, thank God, improving. I'm glad to see you included the oppressed and abused women in other countries. More attention is needed in that area. There's a big world out there outside of our borders that needs a lot of attention.
I'm not sure, but I'm wondering if that image you included might not be Sojourner Truth during her famous "Ain't I a Woman" speech?
Anyway, thanks for writing this. It does women everywhere a service--and men.
~ CJ
Comment Written 06-Mar-2012
reply by the author on 06-Mar-2012
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The picture came right off of Fan Art. Not sure where it has been used, but seemed highly appropriate given the bra burning days.
I'll never forget Alan Alda twenty or more years ago saying on some late night talk show that he was a feminist. The announement made me sit up and take note. Until then I thought of feminism as a female thing....talk about reverse prejudice, but here was a man who totally supported the issues and goals. I was duly impressed and only then did I take into account that gender did not play a role in supporting 'the right thing to do' So CJ, happy International Women's Day. So glad you are part of the team.
Comment from jlsavell
Spiritual Echo, this is an exceptional commentary on the progression of womens rights and a paradigm shift as recognition, strength, and value toward women. Time and action lends to more progression, but as you state , unfortunately in many countries women suffer greatly for being a woman... well done... jlsavell
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Spiritual Echo, this is an exceptional commentary on the progression of womens rights and a paradigm shift as recognition, strength, and value toward women. Time and action lends to more progression, but as you state , unfortunately in many countries women suffer greatly for being a woman... well done... jlsavell
Comment Written 06-Mar-2012
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Thanks for the brilliant array of stars and the visit. Buy yourself flowers tomorrow....don't wait for anyone.
Comment from uniqueauthor
Women's rights are as improtant as food to eat. My She gave birth to ten babies that lived, and lost three. If she had not taken contraceptives she would have died, and God knows what would have happened to my dad, or our family. If those who think they have all the answers would just learn the questions, they would see life for real instead of through the eyes of a fantical few who claim to be True Christians. Would a loving God hate his own creation?
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Women's rights are as improtant as food to eat. My She gave birth to ten babies that lived, and lost three. If she had not taken contraceptives she would have died, and God knows what would have happened to my dad, or our family. If those who think they have all the answers would just learn the questions, they would see life for real instead of through the eyes of a fantical few who claim to be True Christians. Would a loving God hate his own creation?
Comment Written 06-Mar-2012
reply by the author on 06-Mar-2012
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There's a lot of zealous people who will hide behind anything to flex their muscles and exercise power. I hope you She is still around and enjoying her grandchildren.
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She will be eighty five and going strong. That's what makes me so agnry this election year. You're welcome. Peace
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The evangalists should save their preaching for church.
Comment from livelylinda
Spiritual Echo,
Oh, I was there, I was there. I saw Detroit burning and was traumatized by the Kent State debacle. I quit wearing a bra (except to work) and jumped right into the debates about womens' rights. (As I was changing baby diapers and washing baby bottles). But, I flexed my independent muscles with the best.
Whenever my grandchildren tell me how hard it is in this day and age to keep out of trouble and do well in life, I laugh at them and give them a little insight to what surrounded us in the 60's. They can't even imagine. I say two words to begin - Kent State. They have no idea what I am talking about. Don't they teach this stuff in American History class??
O.K., I'll get off my soapbox now. You have written a good piece here, one that stirs baby boomers and will fire up everyone who survived the time. Good writing.
livelylinda
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Spiritual Echo,
Oh, I was there, I was there. I saw Detroit burning and was traumatized by the Kent State debacle. I quit wearing a bra (except to work) and jumped right into the debates about womens' rights. (As I was changing baby diapers and washing baby bottles). But, I flexed my independent muscles with the best.
Whenever my grandchildren tell me how hard it is in this day and age to keep out of trouble and do well in life, I laugh at them and give them a little insight to what surrounded us in the 60's. They can't even imagine. I say two words to begin - Kent State. They have no idea what I am talking about. Don't they teach this stuff in American History class??
O.K., I'll get off my soapbox now. You have written a good piece here, one that stirs baby boomers and will fire up everyone who survived the time. Good writing.
livelylinda
Comment Written 06-Mar-2012
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And we should keep talking....we are the oral history that no one will write down.
Comment from dorts
What a great story and so different from my generation. You could only go into nursing or become a teacher or be a stay at home mom. Which a lot of us chose, and I am thankful I did, my children appreciated it. They didn't have to wonder what to do after school, mom was usually home. Maybe we were very naive but sometimes ignorance is bliss. I was happy with my lot in life and think our generation had the best. Of course your generation made us more outgoing and sometimes we envy of all that you have achieved. Travelling to far off places, working in men's jobs. Each generation brings something new and that is a good thing. I don't like the sexual revolution too much emphasis is put on sex, and look at all the predators out there.
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What a great story and so different from my generation. You could only go into nursing or become a teacher or be a stay at home mom. Which a lot of us chose, and I am thankful I did, my children appreciated it. They didn't have to wonder what to do after school, mom was usually home. Maybe we were very naive but sometimes ignorance is bliss. I was happy with my lot in life and think our generation had the best. Of course your generation made us more outgoing and sometimes we envy of all that you have achieved. Travelling to far off places, working in men's jobs. Each generation brings something new and that is a good thing. I don't like the sexual revolution too much emphasis is put on sex, and look at all the predators out there.
Comment Written 06-Mar-2012
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I wouldn't have minded the structure of your life story. It is easier when all the rules are in place, but they weren't and a generation of super women were trying to evolve. t got to the point that there was equality in the work place, but then come home and do your other job. What we could argue on the public soap box, we couldn't fight at home. there was a high cost to 'having it all' Thanks for sharing. You should write about your life as a wife and mother. I think the 'serenity' would make me envious.
