Would men observe holidays if women didn't insist on celebrating them?
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Of course many men would, and many men do now. The difference is probably in how they would be celebrated. I suspect that holidays in many ways have a different meaning for many women then they do for men. I think that women are often more sentimental than men, and they attach more of a "personal" value to holidays.\n\nOn the other hand, many women raise their boys to expect others to do the "heavy lifting" in celebrations. I think that we need to raise boys from a very early age to participate in holidays (and other cultural events) by being part of the preparation of the holiday. So many times women (mothers) do all the preparation and the kids (boys) just go through the celebration. This, of course, means that fathers will have to take a bigger role in this as well and be good role models for their kids.
691488
Yes, and maybe women should dominate the relationships, and go off to work leaving five men at home all day.  Somehow I don't think you would like that idea nearly so much.\n\nAny culture or religion that allows men to be in charge of women, especially in numbers, wants to keep women subservient to men and to keep them shut out of anything they could have any influence on.  They also tend to be much more tolerant of men physically and verbally abusing women.\n\nThe men in these relationships are happy because they are in total control and can have sex whenever they want to because if one woman isn't in the mood, another is bound to be.  The women are only contented because it is the only life they have ever known; it is how they are taught they are supposed to live, and they are never allowed to develop their intellects enough to consider that there might be other options.
911520
Happy Thanksgiving to everyone that can't be with their familys during this holiday season.\n\nAnd boo to the one person that rated this question a thumbs down before I answered it.  Quit being an unpatriotic scrooge.  It's because of these very men and women that you can be free.  Shame on you.
635742
Not really. Women regularly worship and touch idol of Hanumanji. Some people have strange ideas that women should avoid it as Hnuman ji is a celibate so woman should keep their hands of him. I think they should give him more credit to his moral character, if they realy respect him.
150438
*sigh*\n\nOk call me a fuddy duddy. But I guess I just don't feel that love should be celebrated on this one day because we are supposed to. Love should be shown every day. I sooooooooo prefer someone doing something for me spontaneously on some odd day just cause they so want to, instead of because they feel obligated to. Soooo, I plan on ignoring the day........and surprising someone I truly care about when he least expects it. It's just so much more meaningful that way! *sorry for being a little poopy head when it comes to Valentine's day**
498046
LOL, dude they don't celebrate any holidays!!! including birthdays. I actully know a few!!!
156538
i think so cu'z guyz are'nt exactly sensitive and i think they wud rather prefer a grl hu wud play sports with em and watch sports on T.V. rather than a candle lit dinner *sigh* like tht WUD b their idea of a perfect date ... jus an opinion ... no offence ...\n\ncheers\nanu
740321
No we Brits do not celebrate Thanksgiving we celebrate Christmas and New Year only.  Sorry to disappoint.
971060
because everyone would not agree on which day to celebrate it on
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This seems a strange question to be in the engineering section?\n\nI think women have better Xmas's because men tend to spoil their women more, and go out of their way to add a few little surprises to the Xmas stocking. I certainly try to, anyway.\n\nI guess the women are more busy organising the turkey, kids, parties etc (Which also add to the festive fun of course)  to have any time left for the stuff that we guys find time to do.\n\nSo really, both men and women should have great Christmasses. Engineers or not!\n\nHope you have a great Xmas!!\n\n:-)
935221
oh I'd take that holiday lol.......<kicks back in chair> LINE UP THE WOMEN!!
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Absolutely they celebrate it like str8 people. That's because they are people too!\n\nEach relationship is different, and some who take on more traditional roles might follow the usual societal "norms", i.e. the "guy" (the one who tends to be more "masculine" in nature) buys the flowers and candy. But not all gay couples are defined by male and female roles. Some couples both buy gifts and plan special events together. Which is a lot more fun anyway.\n\nIt sounds kinda sexist to me to suggest that only the guy can buy the gifts...
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Of course!  But not for the 'sex' reasons.  For simple freedom of choice.  My opinion is from the guy point of view.  If I want to golf, I want to just go and golf.  If I want to go have a beer with the guys, I want to go have a beer.  If I want to watch the game, dangit!  I want to watch the game!  Choose what I want for dinner.  Spend money the way I want to.  Things like that.
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The others are right. They are the traditions of man. Specifically Catholic and Pagan men. If you remember, Jesus had a talk with some religious leaders about them pushing their traditions rather than the bare Truth of God's Word. Going by Paul's teachings I shouldn't make you feel bad for celebrating a day to the Lord so I'm not trying to. But I am supposed to warn you of the pagan rituals we all know God doesn't allow! I hope this opens some eyes and God bless all of you on your mission!
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Sure it is.  There are even very sincere male Goddess-worshipers, who find something sacred and divine in women.  There are also men who, while not going that far, are sincere in their affection for all that is a woman, not just the part she keeps covered by her underwear.  But such gentlemen must be raised by gentlemen, and have ladies worthy of that sort of devotion modeled for them in their mothers, sisters, aunts, cousins.  \n\nJust as obnoxious, overbearing and even violent men have often learned that from their fathers, grandfathers and uncles, noble gentlemen learn from their male relatives. Most people learn by example most of the time.  (Sobering thought, isn't it, parents!)
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I don't see why they would. Some guys still have issues about being the breadwinner but a modern woman with her own home wouldn't want one of them anyway. I think that to most guys it will be a positive. It's a sign of stability and maturity. To the rest is will be a non-issue for a while at least.
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does it reli matter, get over yourself, you dont have to do everything for women