Yeah, I believe in women power. No I am not a feminist and so please do not try to find any feminist hue in my words. I am just an activist for equality. So, I want the society to treat us as equal and not second class citizens. I do not want a reserved seat in a bus, I never take seats when offered by men, I do not believe in Ladies First policy. I am strong enough to stand in a crowded bus, brave the shoving people and come out with intact dignity. I truly believe that my dignity is not so fragile to be crushed by some nasty men trying to push or touch me. So yes, I stand in a bus with men around me and smile at their pettiness. I am not saying all men are same. Once a man in a bus stood like a barrier between me and some rogues. I have also met men who spoke to me looking at my eyes and not below. I have also met men who respected me as equal and we became friends. I met men who admired my inner beauty. So the list goes on.......
I have to admit here that I have more male friends than female. Is it because opposite attracts? I cannot say. But yes, I like the frankness that men have. I can mingle well with them and talk my heart out, as they don't hold grudges and are non-judgmental. But yes, I have to agree such men are few. Whenever I meet them, I make friends with them as they are priceless.
I hope someday my son Ishan grows up to be like them. I am trying hard to make him learn how to respect women and love them. He knows that his parents are equal in every way. Hope he understands that in the bigger canvas. He gave me a loving hug this morning and said - "Happy Women's Day mamma, you know na that I love you?" That made my day. I felt the same joy which I had when he was born. He is not someone who will remember a day and wish you. I saw him taking out a note from his drawer and then confirming the date in the calendar. He took so much pain just to wish me? Yes, my man is growing up!
So, it is a man (little one, I know) who made my day today!
Happy Women's Day!! A day to celebrate womanhood? No that we do every day. It is a day to stop, smell the roses and feel happy.
I truly believe - "I am, that's why the world is!"
I have to admit here that I have more male friends than female. Is it because opposite attracts? I cannot say. But yes, I like the frankness that men have. I can mingle well with them and talk my heart out, as they don't hold grudges and are non-judgmental. But yes, I have to agree such men are few. Whenever I meet them, I make friends with them as they are priceless.
I hope someday my son Ishan grows up to be like them. I am trying hard to make him learn how to respect women and love them. He knows that his parents are equal in every way. Hope he understands that in the bigger canvas. He gave me a loving hug this morning and said - "Happy Women's Day mamma, you know na that I love you?" That made my day. I felt the same joy which I had when he was born. He is not someone who will remember a day and wish you. I saw him taking out a note from his drawer and then confirming the date in the calendar. He took so much pain just to wish me? Yes, my man is growing up!
So, it is a man (little one, I know) who made my day today!
Happy Women's Day!! A day to celebrate womanhood? No that we do every day. It is a day to stop, smell the roses and feel happy.
I truly believe - "I am, that's why the world is!"
Nice introspective post! I may not agree with all the good things you've written about men. But you've painted the broad picture very well. You should write more often :-)
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