Cooking is one of the major tasks of a Mother. Finding a woman with great cooking skills is one of the things that a man is looking for, but for our family it’s the other way around. My husband is a chef to a first-class resort and I do office work. I’m pretty sure that you know who’s the cook that my children prefer, yes you’re right it’s my husband. My kid’s taste buds and mine are not really in good terms. Yes, I admit our roles are different than the usual, but in generation now I suppose it’s alright if we switch our roles, him with the skills of a chef and me with the office job.
In this 21st century, women are not only regarded to stay home and do household chores, but also empowered to cross the bridge of performing what men usually do. Now you can see women who are drivers, engineers, police, security guards, carpenters, computer programmers, miners, automotive makers, political leaders, and a lot more.
As often heard, behind a successful man is a supportive woman. This 21st century has paved the way for women around the world, not just to be behind a man, but to be front liners also who are empowered and ready to face whatever life challenges there maybe.
Great examples of women who are empowered are teachers. According to UNESCO, seventy-six (76%) percent of teachers around the world are women. We help building our society into greater heights of success, opportunities and changes. In addition to being mother, sister, daughter, nieces, aunt, grandma, we are also father at times, performing parents’ duties worthy and required by different instances. We are here, existing, living and succeeding.
Our world has changed into more gender adjustable and acceptable environment. Either at home or in the office it is always a matter of understanding, accepting and agreeing.
By: Angela Racquel A. Marzan | Teacher I | Sta. Rita High School
