@Sohcahtoa82@Lord_Sotheary@itsnwts ...and I only expected him to work and bring home money, and that was all we ever expected from each other, and that's all people would tell us to do or allowed. That's simplified, kind of, but that's my idea of it all.
@Sohcahtoa82@Lord_Sotheary@itsnwts ...me to be really grossed out and not want to hear about the details π but I wouldn't think if he did have to get used to that, he would be less manly. The toxicity for either of us comes to play if he were to expect me to do absolutely everything in our place with no help...
@torn1995@PaNwithAsta@Skyblue160587@MadelaineLucyH ...to communicating about this. It is a very personal and difficult discussion, but the shame must be placed firmly on the perpetrators so all of us can move forward, hoping the best and expecting the best as well. I wish you well and appreciate if you've read this small novel π
@torn1995@PaNwithAsta@Skyblue160587@MadelaineLucyH ... on your principles and don't let society or social pressures make you feel like standing up for victims present or not isn't ok. Know what you believe and act on it. That is the absolute best ally and someone women will be able to feel safe with. Thank you for being open...
@Skyblue160587@PaNwithAsta@MadelaineLucyH Please understand we aren't saying all men because it is every man. We're saying all men because it really could be any man at any time, anywhere.
My dad always treated periods like they were something shameful. Growing up, he'd say they were "gross" and that men didn't need to hear about "women's issues."
Last week, my 12-year-old brother came into my room with a question.
One of the girls at his school had gotten her first period, and he wanted to understand what she was going through so he wouldn't accidentally embarrass her.
So I explained it as simply as I could. I told him about cramps, mood swings, discomfort, and how sometimes a little kindnessβor even some chocolateβcan make a bad day a bit easier.
Halfway through the conversation, my dad overheard us from the kitchen.
"Can you stop talking about that disgusting stuff?" he yelled. "Boys don't need to know about periods."
Before I could say anything, my brother looked straight at him and replied,
"That's probably why Mom divorced you."
The entire house went silent.
My dad just stood there for a moment, completely speechless. Then he turned around and walked away without another word.
My brother looked back at me like nothing had happened and continued the conversation.
"Anyway," he said, "what kind of chocolate do girls usually like?"
I honestly had no answer for that level of maturity at 12 years old.
My dad always treated periods like they were something shameful. Growing up, he'd say they were "gross" and that men didn't need to hear about "women's issues."
Last week, my 12-year-old brother came into my room with a question.
One of the girls at his school had gotten her first period, and he wanted to understand what she was going through so he wouldn't accidentally embarrass her.
So I explained it as simply as I could. I told him about cramps, mood swings, discomfort, and how sometimes a little kindnessβor even some chocolateβcan make a bad day a bit easier.
Halfway through the conversation, my dad overheard us from the kitchen.
"Can you stop talking about that disgusting stuff?" he yelled. "Boys don't need to know about periods."
Before I could say anything, my brother looked straight at him and replied,
"That's probably why Mom divorced you."
The entire house went silent.
My dad just stood there for a moment, completely speechless. Then he turned around and walked away without another word.
My brother looked back at me like nothing had happened and continued the conversation.
"Anyway," he said, "what kind of chocolate do girls usually like?"
I honestly had no answer for that level of maturity at 12 years old.
@BugZapper231@_wej01 Last I checked, it has been men dropping bombs and killing people... anyway, there's an entire portion of med school that is dedicated to embryology, and if you want to learn more about how conception works, I'd recommend taking a look! But yes so many lies oh dearie me tragic...