"You never find yourself until you face the truth." Pearl Bailey

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"I've learned that people will forget what you said, people will forget what you did, but people will never forget how you made them feel." Maya Angelou

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Monday, September 26, 2011

How Am I A Threat?

Recently I got a 100% on a PSYCH Test. I was so excited! I felt smart, competent, and empowered. When my professor handed me the test she said, "How did you do it mother of five?" I didn't know what to say. I was thinking to myself, "Don't follow me home.. I have a dirty house and a mountain of laundry!" You have to sacrifice something. I figured cleaning and laundry could slide for a few days.
So, When my A called to ask me how I did. I very excitedly shared my grade. He was happy for me. Said he knew I could do it. But then.... he said, "Just more proof that you don't need me." :( That was a downer. Then it kind of p I had all these thoughts run through my head. So, If I stayed uneducated and helpless financially that makes me somehow more attractive to you. WOW!I don't even think he realized what he said to me, or how it sounded.

When did my education become such a threat to someone else? Why is being able to support my family financially a bad thing? Is it because I'll be independant and that's scary? Or maybe that I can save up and buy my own car or house? I don't want to be a helpless dependant person.

Not knowing what is coming in my future... I can only hope that I find someome who wants an equal partner. I can do a lot myself... mow the lawn, fix my dishwasher, put up curtain rods, change my tire, cook, clean, do freaking Algebra, and I read incredibly fast. But not only that... I have good fashion sense, a kind and loving heart, and a sense of humor. I can cook decent, speak Spanish semi-fluently, do little girls hair, love God, and try to be the best person I can be. In the next few years I hope to be an RN. If knowing I am independent enough to walk away from a relationship if I need to is threatening to your manhood... see ya! There will be another man who finds my strength, confidence, independence, drive, and love the most amazing things he has ever known.

So, If you know of any? Hahaha... Just kidding!

4 comments:

  1. You've come a long way, baby! You are amazing!

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  2. Aaaawwww shucks.... love ya chica!

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  3. Regina,
    I'm rooting for you. I have four kids and am back in school and I am bragging all day long about my perfect test scores, because I worked for them, I earned them and I damn well will feel awesome about them!! So, I salute you, my dear, and I'm happy for you. A man who is secure in his own worth will not be threatened by you, but you know that already....

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  4. Juliane! Thank you so so much! I feel like I'm just waking up to myself, and it's so empowering. It's been wonderful to read other women's experiences. What they have learned for themselves, how they have grown, choices they are making, and what really brings peace to their lives.

    I'm grateful you stopped by my little blog. :)

    I'm rooting for you too!

    Hugs :)

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