Ladies... why?

I've really just had enough of people being rude and ugly. I quit. I see it in my social life, I see it in my day at the office.I just don't understand why it is. I've had a recent encounter at work that really just set me off. I was calm, but seriously.... to even refer to yourself as one... all it does is put yourself down.

Just so no one goes and gets their feelings hurt... this is NO WAY directed towards anyone. It is a general view that I have about things I see from time to time on Facebook... not to mention the woman on the phone where I work that told me she was a b**** and I was going to listen to what she had to say.

Definition of BITCH
1: the female of the dog or some other carnivorous mammals
2a : a lewd or immoral woman b : a malicious, spiteful, or overbearing woman —sometimes used as a generalized term of abuse
3: something that is extremely difficult, objectionable, or unpleasant
4: complaint

Some women pride themselves on being a bitch. Saying things like: I'm one nasty bitch, I'm the head bitch, etc. Why? I used to call myself a bitch, I thought it was cool to be mean I guess. I would rather refer to myself as strong willed now with a little of opinionated thrown in. I don't want to be seen as malicious, spiteful, or overbearing. That really isn't how I want anyone to see me.

“The happiest people are those who think the most interesting thoughts. Those who decide to use leisure as a means of mental development, who love good music, good books, good pictures, good company, good conversation, are the happiest people in the world. And they are not only happy in themselves, they are the cause of happiness in others.” ~ William Lyon Phelps

I saw this quote and it made me think about how I want people to see me. I've done mean and spiteful things in my life and now... now I see that being bitter and "bitchy" really isn't a way to live. Always reach a hand out to help someone. Always take the time to make someone feel special. No matter who they are or what they have done. Evey one needs to feel accepted in life. We all need to have that approval rating, even if we say we don't. Even if we say "I'm a bitch, I don't need anyone".... we really do. It's no fun to spend your days alone with no one to hold your hand when you hurt. I love my husband, he is my best friend, but I don't see him all the time. I am thankful for my Shan and my Sue, they both are a rock in my life, and now I have a few new friendships and I truly believe these ladies... these women of God... these strong kind and loving women are friends that my God wants me to have.

“I've learned that no matter what happens, or how bad it seems today, life does go on, and it will be better tomorrow. I've learned that you can tell a lot about a person by the way he/she handles these three things: a rainy day, lost luggage, and tangled Christmas tree lights. I've learned that regardless of your relationship with your parents, you'll miss them when they're gone from your life. I've learned that making a living is not the same thing as making a life. I've learned that life sometimes gives you a second chance. I've learned that you shouldn't go through life with a catcher's mitt on both hands; you need to be able to throw some things back. I've learned that whenever I decide something with an open heart, I usually make the right decision. I've learned that even when I have pains, I don't have to be one. I've learned that every day you should reach out and touch someone. People love a warm hug, or just a friendly pat on the back. I've learned that I still have a lot to learn. I've learned that people will forget what you said, people will forget what you did, but people will never forget how you made them feel.” ~ Maya Angelou