Wednesday, March 17, 2010

"I did it without a man..."

There is something about that phrase that really irks me. (So is my lack of spelling, but that's another post. Focus Kristen, Focus.)
Back to the phrase. There are many things that I am grateful that I have in my life: the ability to vote, get a job, buy a house, etc. And then there is that awful phrase. This thing that I did is great, because I did it without a man.
There are lots of things I do without a man. Clean the house, laundry, dishes, deal with kids all day long. I got my schooling without a man. I've done some travelling without a man. But, there is something fabulous about a man who is supportive and encouraging. I'm looking at going back to do some schooling - totally unrelated to my field. And my man is totally fine with that.
I just think that in the grand scheme of things, there will be a lot things that I will do without a man. But those things won't be the things that I am proud of. The things that I will remember, be proud of, share with those around me, will be the things that I did WITH a man. (Get your mind out of the gutter...) Travelling, children, schooling, careers, talents - all those things that I would be encouraged or joined by my man. And nothing is nicer then a warm man on a cold winter's night. Believe me.
To those who haven't had the opportunity to have a man, keep looking. To those who don't think they need one, you're missing out.
I have done a lot because of my man.

3 comments:

Melanie said...

Hey, I love it, and totally agree. My Man is the best theing that ever happened to me ;)

noel perry said...

happened to bump into your blog, glad I did :) excellent post... perspective is such a wonderful thing.

aluminumcans said...

Unfortunately, I let my soul mate get away and now I've decided to focus on my priorities. But when we were together it felt good growing old together, we met at an outdoor concert, the next day we were always together sharing every breathe of air..that's when you know he's the "one". So yeah the right man can be an assets rather than liability.