To Danesnpits

Submitted by Zella (United States), Apr 26, 2008 at 14:56

I would imagine that all the suspicous women who post on this blog wish you the very best. Trust me, I am not one of those who has been involved in a relationship on-line with anyone. Neither would I become involved with a man from a culture and religion that views women as property. I have seen enough of this behavior first hand.

I am a true American woman who came from a very diverse background and who was raised by some very strong women. Some of those women were nothing more than property but somehow they persevered and when their husbands died, they hit the ground running and never looked back. I owe them a tremendous debt and I don't plan on becoming involved with any man who can't take care of me better than I can take care of myself.

I have many opportunities for relationships with men from Muslim countries but I smile sweetly and keep on walking. The word gets around quickly that "she is smart". These men have extreme problems dealing with women who have a strong sense of self. Oh, they will tell you when they meet you that they respect "smart women." They will say anything a woman who lacks insight wants to hear. Remember that actions speak much louder than words.

I wish you well and I hope that your situation is a successful one. If it doesn't, I will never say "I told you so."

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