Topic : 12/28 Wifestyles

Good for you, Dad.  In my writings, I am usually referring to sahm's, but it's nice to see a dad who is doing it, too. 

Hello all! 

I'm a 21 year old University student.   

Although I could never be a "stepford wife" myself and would rather have a profession of my own, I don't think that all women should have the same goals as me.  I do not believe that a female's role is the same in today's society as it was in the past, however, if women WANT to that type of wife, then by all means, go ahead :), if women (like me) don't want get married and/or want to be "stepford wife", go ahead. 

:) Basically, what I'm saying is: Ladies, do what you want :) 

:) I agree 

Just because they want to fulfil traditional female roles, doesn't mean they're bad people or a waste. 

We women have a right to chose who we want to be.  If some women chose to be wives like on the show, feel free.  

I say do what you want, but when it comes to GRANT... no one should be spoken to or treated the way he treats her.  

PS. I didn't get married until I was 30--because there was NO WAY anyone was going to control me. Then, I met a guy from Europe.
Wow, what a difference. LOL.  

They are out there--you CAN have it all.  

It's so sad that this world is covered with the disgusting plague of pornography-- it's images and ideals.  So many people wonder why husbands wish their wives would wear sexy lingerie, or get boob jobs-- because this is what we see all over TV and movies, and we're told that that is what being sexy is. Not only is pornography wrong, but it plants unrealistic ideas in the heads of people who view it.  It makes men and women both believe that sex is supposed to be some incredible, erotic experience.  Sex is about love and caring, and the satisfaction it provides is directly related to how well the relationship is going outside of the bedroom.  If a husband is critical, his wife is less likely to desire to be physically close to her husband.  If a wife feels loved and appreciated, she might be more excited to surprise her husband with a little somethin'-somethin' when he comes home!  Marriage should be SELFLESS. 

And Grant-- you are a great guy. You really seem like you have a good heart, and that you didn't really realize how the things you're saying are making your wife feel.  Please act on the things that you are learning.  Love your wife and cherish her, and you'll get the same in return.  Your attitude CAN change, and you can feel that your marriage is the best in the world! 

Yes I agree.  Women should not be forced to take on that role.  :) I forgot to mention that.  Thanks for the reminder. 

:) I am in a relationship right now.  Getting married isn't a goal of mine, but I would do it.  :P But not until I'm finished my schooling.   So I'll proably be close to 30s when it happens, and he's understanding.  He's so cute. We say "Marriage is not a bad thing.  It entitles people to legal mumbo jumbo, but as long as we're happy, we don't need rings to show how we care for each other."  

lol how cheesy are we? 

This is the first time in my life that I have felt compelled to weigh in on an episode.  I was seething as I watched Grant on today's show.  His behavior toward his beautiful, articulate, intelligent wife is condescending and disrespectful.  He does not show any appreciation for the fact that she is in his life and working to make him happy.  The saddest part of watching this episode was that I got the impression that Grant just doesn't get it.  He CAN'T get it because he doesn't see past his own self-interests.  This marriage is not enriching the lives of both partners.  It is sad to watch a woman struggle to please a man that is so far beneath her in so many ways.