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“When the man who was initially my boyfriend transitioned into my husband, it was as if overnight he expected my role in his life to change. He complained that I didn't spend enough time at home (I was out working a lot), he complained that my ambitions overpowered my duty as a his 'wife'. Well I cut and run as soon as I heard that rhetoric but I am aware that many women don't. We perpetuate the servitude to male need. It is important to add that I know plenty of men with mothers who absolutely didn't spoil their sons but somehow society seems to still give licence for them to receive the 'special treatment' anyway. They genuinely feel justified in thinking that their contribution to family, society or the home is enough while we women are left feeling we aren't 'doing enough'. It's ingrained in generation after generation. Most of my relationships have been with evolved modern men who claim to think their relationship with me has been balanced and equal. But I have to differ on this. There is an invisible expectation of women to mother them...”

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MILF: Motherhood, Identity, Love and F*ckery

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Paloma Faith
Paloma Faith

Paloma Faith is a British singer-songwriter known for her distinctive voice and personalized musical style. Born on July 21, 1981, she has achieved significant success in the music industry since the release of her debut album 'Do You Want the Truth or Something Beautiful?' in 2009. more

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