I’m working on the final edit of Fly, Fly Away before sending if off for proofreading and publication. This particular chapter has been difficult to word and work from loving and non-judgmental perspective because so much of it is so far from where I now stand.
The purpose of this book isn’t to judge the lifestyle and belief system of my childhood. Rather it is to teach what I experienced and why I needed to find my own truth, following the will of my soul, rather than the religion created by men in the understanding of their own truth. It is to inspire readers to search within themselves for their own truth and understanding, and perhaps see a bit of themselves in the story of this little girl in search of greater love.
… While it wasn’t said in so many words, the message that women are responsible for men’s irresponsible behavior, and women are to blame for the sins of men, was unmistakably implied. As women we had the great burden of controlling men’s thoughts and actions because they could not resist our temptations. In the Old Testament women were taught to dress in modest apparel, with no jewelry or costly array but to adorn themselves with good works and suppression. There it was in ancient history – a good and godly woman keeps her mouth shut, mind closed and her body unadorned.
On the flip-side of this dichotomy was the belief that men were more powerful, intelligent and self-directed than women, so much so, that women were not intelligent and responsible enough for their own decisions. We were so lacking in wisdom and intellect that we could not navigate this life, or the next, without a man’s guidance and control.
This dichotomy, among many others, made me question whether any of it was true, and yet, because I always been told to never question, I assumed it must be true, even when it felt like a direct assault to my very being…
This belief that women are responsible for men’s behavior still plays out in cultures all over the world. What women choose to wear in their own comfort as a reflection of who they are, is in no way responsible for how men choose to act. We are growing up, slowly, and beginning to understand that no person is responsible for another person’s behavior.
Until next time, be Fearless & Free!
The Polygamist's Daughter 
Hello, I am STEVEN and I read your post and I agree with what you said about women being strong that they stand up for themselves.
I am going through a big change in my life, where I have started 4 yrs and 5 Months now, that I am going through transtiting from male to female.
I would have used my female name Samantha Brown, but it’s hard to be someone else, when you have obstacles in your path.
But I am going to start my own online dating site and personals that will allow others to feel comfortable about finding that Special Angel.
But I would like to let you know that being in two different world’s, it became very difficult for finding a lifetime partner that I can share my love and cherish the one who will make my life so much more pleasant.
If you have any questions please feel free to contact me at this email address : Kittygir64@gmail.com