Virginity a gift you say...

So linc and i started watching grand designs again (on dvd, my valentines gift to him) because of the crap that's on tv. And while we were changing the dvd over we noticed Q&A was on (ABC - channel 2). For those who don't know Q&A is a political debate show, with politicians, financial, cultural experts and well as the odd journalist who all are offering their opinions to the public questions and statements. Great show. The topic emerged on Tony Abbots comments re: women's virginity being a gift and the giving of it not to be done lightly... something to that effect. I must find the actual statement.

Since last night i've read several articles, and i must admit i almost cried with sadness. Its quite apparent the world feels differently, male and female alike. One (female) journalist stated that its only a hymen and that a woman should be loved for her mind, soul and other qualities. Another article stated that its just sex and they don't want to be preached by any politician on how or when they decide to have sex. Gosh i feel like crying now as i type this. Other attitudes have been that he's from the dark ages and that this is a "old fashioned" view, or perhaps that its too late for anyone to start preaching this message at all, including politicians, religious leaders and sadly even parents.

I just read an article from eurkeastreet.com.au, written by Catherine Marshall.

I realise that by proselytising on sex I am employing an outdated and irrelevant technique, broaching a subject on which she is already well informed and over which my right to exert control is rapidly diminishing.

The beginning of the article seemed in favor of Tony Abbotts statement but as a mother she feel powerless to teach the message to her daughters. Again.... how sad! If parents can't teach and influence their own child then we really are in BIG trouble.