I just thought I would do a reality check. You know I catch a lot of flack for the stuff I post. It seems there are a few that think I post because I am looking for validation and the things I post can't really be true. I have even been told I need to return my man card in not so many words. I just wanted to set the record straight.
First, I don't need validation. My blog is an outlet for my thoughts and I suck at keeping a journal. My wife would be the only one I am trying to impress and truth is she doesn't even read my blog...this way, she isn't mortified by what I post. Actually, a few of my blogs have been brought to her attention and she come back asking, "How did so and so...know about..." All I have to say, is I blogged.
Next, I will have to admit I am more domestic than most guys...I was raised by a single mom and a grandmother while mom was working. I also have five daughters. Sue me! It gives me plenty of things to talk to them about and scores brownie points when I can handle the house when my wife is gone and not unload it on her later.
Third, all of what I post is true. Why lie about it? I may add an anecdote here and there but the content remains honest. My concern is that I am an anomaly? Are there not guys out there that do the same thing....or maybe they are afraid of what the rest of the pack will do to them if they find out their secrets.
I truly hope for all the wives out there, I am not as odd as some may have me believe.
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Don't worry what people say. You don't have to apologize for what you write-your blog is your personal space. If someone doesn't like it, they can NOT read it! As for being domestic--way to go. Your wife appreciates it, and you're teaching your daughters that there are other ways to set up the division of labor in a household. The woman doesn't always have to do the dishes, and the man doesn't always have to take out the garbage. Stick to your guns Mario, and good on ya!