Vive La

Massapequa NY

12 August, 2021

12:04 AM

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Just a question. However, I really would like to know because I have to make a decision quite soon. Is it possible to remain a feminist in 2021 and not be angry? I have considered myself a feminist for many a year. My Mother taught me, not by words, but example. However, now I am a bit confused by the current level of hostility toward the male sex. Mom never shared that emotion. If this is a requisite for the current title of feminist, then I must relinquish it asap. I appreciate the advances made by many celebrated females in the last decade or so, yet I cannot share the current level of venom currently expressed towards those of the opposite gender.. I readily confess I enjoy the males in my world and desperately miss those who have departed. I am amazed and proud of the accomplishments that numerous females have made. I am delighted that so many women are finally being recognized for both ability and talent. However that does not diminish my pride in the men I know (and some of whom love) who also have done well. I, like every other woman I know, has had one or perhaps two unpleasant encounters with those of the opposite sex, That need not tarnish the uncountable moments of laughter, camaraderie and/or memorable episodes shared with members of the masculine gender. Quite possibly, some of those same men encountered traumatic moments with hostile women or aggressive females Do such isolated incidents justify a rising rate of irrational hatred toward members of the opposite sex? So, please, advise me. Do I dare to continue to believe I am a valid member of the feminist ranks without anger? I cannot nor will not deny having loved one man. I also currently enjoy the friendships and mental stimulation of conversations with other members of that sex who inhabit the fringes of my world. I enjoy hearing news of progress by both men and women, but I don't believe that either should be submerged by latent anger. It is my firm belief that both sexes need each other, and will continue to do so as long as life goes on. I do hope some other women agree with the age old advice, vive la différence.