1. I do not think there is as much sexism being taught to children in today's society as their used to be, especially by single mothers since they are the head of the household. Rather than teaching their child the typical "mom stays home and cooks and cleans while dad goes out and make money and acts as the fixer upper" a single mom has to accomplish all of these roles. If a woman were to teach her child sexist thinking, I do not always think it would be intentional. If she was raised as a heterosexual female in a home where sexist roles were lived out, teaching sexism would come more naturally rather than an intentional teaching.
2.I think personally there is less attention called to mothers abusing children because mothers are seen as the more nurturing and "necessary" parent. Even though children are taught to respect both parents, I think society has shown how there should be a little more respect and thanks given back to mothers as they are the child bearers and most of the time critically necessary for infants and young babies. My reaction to the video was more positive after viewing the video. I expected to actually see violence, so it was nice not having to view that.
Chp. 14. 1. I do not think this is suppression of her sexual freedom at all. Especially since she claims to have made this decision on her own and that her husband was supportive of her modeling career. I commend her for making this decision based on her beliefs and her dedication and respect towards her relationship with her husband. Even though her husband was grateful she made the decision she did, I think if she wanted to continue modeling in lingerie, according to her, he would have still supported her.
2. I think a successful marriage, number one, needs honesty and trust. Without those two things, a marriage will not survive. There also has to be equal and successful communication. This does not not always have to mean the partners are in an agreement but being able to overcome disagreements and arguments is essential. I like to quote my grandpa whenever I had to ask him about what makes a successful marriage. he would always tell me "never go to bed without solving a fight or being mad at each other." I would have to agree with this just because he and my grandma have been happily married for 51 years and have been two of the most accepting and loving people I have ever met. I also believe that my parents have one of the most successful marriages I have ever seen. They butt heads just enough to compliment each other and keep each other sane. And even though I don't like seeing or admitting this, they still share a kiss every day in front of their kids without shame. One positive marriage shown a tv today, I believe, is Aunt Vivian and Uncle Phil from the Fresh Prince of Bel-Air. In this scene even though there is a conflict with their daughter, they both stand up for their child and each other together. http://www.youtube.com/watch?feature=endscreen&NR=1&v=Yq-l2Oq_8lI
I agree with you that mothers are often seen as the more necessary and nurturing parent. I wonder, when doing something such as giving up her child under the Safe Haven law, if people view this as the woman doing a good thing or a bad thing, and how this perception differs if it is a man who leaves his children under the Safe Haven law.
ReplyDeleteI love the Fresh Prince reference. What a great show! Great blog. For future blogs, think about how you can add in visuals to enhance your points. Show it and say it.
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