masculinity

lady cop · Post by **lady cop** » Sat Nov 05, 2005 7:24 pm

what defines masculinity to you? (this is only fair since i did a femininity thread!) men and women, let's hear your opinions!

SOJOURNER · Post by **SOJOURNER** » Sat Nov 05, 2005 7:50 pm

Strong, but gentle, with a protective nature.

Self assured so they can show their sensitive and caring side.

Also, must be able to do some sort of hands on type work even tho that may not be their profession (electrical, woodworking, car repair - something).

Valerie100 · Post by **Valerie100** » Sun Nov 06, 2005 7:24 am

Strong, intelligent, honest, upstanding, respectful, confident, secure, being a good provider, and knowing how to treat a woman like a woman. That's how I define masculinity or being a man.

abbey · Post by **abbey** » Sun Nov 06, 2005 7:34 am

I like my man to be respectful, caring, sensitive and have a great big....:sneaky:

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PERSONALITY.

Nomad · Post by **Nomad** » Sun Nov 06, 2005 7:51 am

I think a man who isnt an axe murderer is probably ok.

pina · Post by **pina** » Sun Nov 06, 2005 7:53 am

abbey wrote: I like my man to be respectful, caring, sensitive and have a great big....:sneaky:

PERSONALITY.

Your'e too late Abbey, I've got him here with me.

kitty · Post by **kitty** » Sun Nov 06, 2005 8:17 am

lady cop wrote: what defines masculinity to you? (this is only fair since i did a femininity thread!) men and women, let's hear your opinions!

A penis and the ability to grow hair on their chin.

Though obviously this can happen with old ladies.

But they don't have penises.

venus · Post by **venus** » Sun Nov 06, 2005 8:57 am

I think masculinity is when a man can be as rough as anything, protect his loved ones, punch a hole in a door to rescue his cat. Then be as gentle with the same said persons and not be ashamed.

Yes men need to be men, but that does not mean they have to turn off their emotions and be all ott macho..

Nothing more beautiful than a man able to say in public l love you....:-4

Of course these men are not easy to find

or train:sneaky: only joking..:p

Bez · Post by **Bez** » Sun Nov 06, 2005 10:54 am

venus wrote: I think masculinity is when a man can be as rough as anything, protect his loved ones, punch a hole in a door to rescue his cat. Then be as gentle with the same said persons and not be ashamed.

Yes men need to be men, but that does not mean they have to turn off their emotions and be all ott macho..

Nothing more beautiful than a man able to say in public l love you....

Of course these men are not easy to find

or train only joking..

Exactly....as rare as 'rocking horse s***'

having said that, I reckon there's a few guys here that come close

and no...I'm NOT naming names !

BabyRider · Post by **BabyRider** » Sun Nov 06, 2005 12:57 pm

Far, I was just wondering where the picture of the hot guy was. There's a pretty lady in the femininity thread, how 'bout some man-flesh for this one? And Far, if you post it, I'm going to be seriously concerned....

actionfigurestepho · Post by **actionfigurestepho** » Sun Nov 06, 2005 12:58 pm

<-----------masculinity.

Mmmmmmmm.

(The avatar, not me personally!)

chonsigirl · Post by **chonsigirl** » Sun Nov 06, 2005 1:17 pm

Masculinity is not defined by the shape of a manÃ¢â‚¬â„¢s body, but the size of his heart. What does he do with his God given abilities? Does he spend it on vanity, or on others?

My father gave himself to work for others his entire life. He worked hard to support my mother and us six children. He died while giving himself to the service of God on the mission fields, in a far away jungle in Honduras. He died in a plane crash, while they were taking needed medical supplies to the next mission, there were people who needed help and my father and 2 other men jumped in the plane to assist them. But they never made it, but they went to a better place.

That is my definition of masculinity, feminity, or humanity-giving all that you have for others, and not yourself.

lady cop · Post by **lady cop** » Sun Nov 06, 2005 2:12 pm

i believe many women learn their definition of "real" men from the way they observed their own fathers. i know that my father's many fine qualities are echoed in the man i am with. NOT looking for a daddy, but looking for someone who embodies the ideals i learned from him. that of course can apply whether one had a good or bad father figure.

cars · Post by **cars** » Sun Nov 06, 2005 5:53 pm

lady cop wrote: what defines masculinity to you? (this is only fair since i did a femininity thread!) men and women, let's hear your opinions!

Masculinity is more than just looks, it is being a man in every day life. Protecting his loved ones when needed, providing for his family to the best of his ability, being firm-but fair, he listens to & discusses issues - knowing when to compromise as required. His being able to cope with all of lifes unfair hard knocks & hardships that are dealt to him, & sill not cave into them. But he continues to pick himself up, always having a positive outlook -passing that on to his family. He makes sure his family always feels safe & secure, regardless of what the circumstances may be, that worries him.

A masculine man- a role model for his son, a hero to his daughter, & a loving husband to his wife!

CARLA · Post by **CARLA** » Sun Nov 06, 2005 5:56 pm

For me masculinity is what my father had. He was a mans man.. in every sence of the word. He was comfortable in his own skin, knew who he was, and made everyone around him feel safe and secure.

He could do anything cook, clean, wash, work on cars, build a house, patio, garage.. fish, swim, ski, dive, and watch movies with all his girls (me and my two sisters). He could make you laugh, cry, and laugh and cry with you. He never turned his back on anyone ever, no matter who you were you were always welcome to ANDY'S house.

If you were wrong he had no problem telling you so, if your were right you garnered all the praise he could give. If you needed advice or a helping hand he was always there.

He was respected by many, loved by all who met him. He never talked down to anyone, or made you feel a fool. He was there for me morning, noon and night till the day he died... His sense of humor was perfect and I still laugh at some of the things he said.

MASCULINITY IS EQUAL TO FEMININITY IT IS DIFFERENT BUT VERY MUCH THE SAME..

Nuthrday · Post by **Nuthrday** » Sun Nov 06, 2005 6:00 pm

Far Rider wrote: Should I post a picture...

Masculinity... I dont see you ladies saying what it is, only what you want it to be.

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You got it Far Rider; that's what I was thinking. It's got something to do with innies and outies and some kinds of hormones, that's all I'm sayin'...as long as he doesn't look, act, and talk like a woman, I'm countin' 'him as a dude....lol

Galbally · Post by **Galbally** » Sun Nov 06, 2005 6:04 pm

lady cop wrote: what defines masculinity to you? (this is only fair since i did a femininity thread!) men and women, let's hear your opinions!

Hi again lady cop, I think masulinity can be defined thus.

Cars, football, war, cars again, football many more time again, never asking for directions when your lost, did I mention cars?, taking your beating if you deserve it and not complaining, guns, bigger guns, loving your wife and children and being able to demonstrate it, even bigger guns (too big to carry), not picking fights but holding your ground, treating women with respect despite not having a clue what they are on about half the time, a little bit more war, and finally the ultimate.........CARS.

My dad was all of these things (well except the guns, that carries a minimum sentence over here, but this is an American forum) and I loved him very much, I hope I do as well.

Alfred · Post by **Alfred** » Mon Nov 07, 2005 2:17 am

hmmm masculinity.

properties found in men. thats an adequet description i think.