It's happened. I've officially become a "Ma'm". I don't really know when, how or why this happened, but it cuts like a dull butcher knife. The worst part is that it has even happened when I don't have children with me. For awhile I used that as an excuse.
Do pregnant woman automatically warrant a "Ma'm" label? What has triggered the "Ma'm" label spewing forth from the Rite Aid cashier, the Albertson's bag boy and the Drive-thru chick? I don't feel any different than I did 3 years ago. I don't think I look that different (well, okay, with the exception of my current pregnant silhouette).
When does one become a "Ma'm" anyway and more importantly, how do I reverse it? Am I in denial of the fact that somewhere along the road I've crossed the line into full blown Ma'm-hood?
Well the good news in this quagmire of self-pity is that I certainly cannot deny the fact that I have two adorable little boys and an equally precious little girl on the way. I guess if that's the price I must pay into Ma'm-hood (aka Outer Darkness), than I have to say that it's worth it.
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honestly, I'd rather be a "Ma'm" than a "Honey" which is what I seem to have recently graduated from having various clerks and counter folk call me. Congrats this weekend with the new little one!
did you move to the south?!?
Now there's the difference between men and women... I couldn't wait to be called "Sir" or "Mister." And when I was finally called "Mister Smart" I was like, "Uh, a little heavier on the 'Mister' please." Maybe it has to do with the fact that "Sir" has such a positive historical meaning, as in knighthood and all of that; whereas, "Ma'm" conjurs up visions of fat old women who serve you. Even "Mister" is so much more respectful than "dude" or "boy." Boys can't wait to grow old and be cool like Sean Connery, Clint Eastwood and Steve McQueen. They are timeless, extremely manly and must be addressed with a title such as "Sir", "Mister" or "The Man." Don't even think about calling one of them "Dude" or "Boy", unless you want to get beat like corn bread batter. For sure, there's no shame in the appellation "sir" or "mister" at all!
If it helps, you'll always be my little girl and never a "ma'm" in my mind.
I think the title M'am is actually given when someone fears another person.
As good old (emphasis on the old) Tyra Banks would say....You look fierce.
Darc, you are one to be reckoned with. Embrace it. Heck I would. Around here people still think I'm 16 when I'm dropping Darel off at EFY.
Maybe it's because so many teenagers get married in Utah?
Oh, I so know how you feel! A couple years ago, I was at a waterpark, and I head this kid behind me tell his friend, "Just go around that lady." I couldn't believe it! Since when am I a lady! Funny post ... it made me laugh.
Love-Shanna
Great post, we should start Pillar with your wonderful insights. ;) You can do it with 3 kids under 2. (wink, wink.)
Ha ha- it reminds of the sobering day I realized that Bryn would be 16 and driving and dating in less time than I was away from that time in my life (does that even make sense?). It kind of made me sick to my stomach.
I had an executive call me 'kid' the other day - not sure how I feel about that either :)
Hang in there...
Hugs,
S
I'm pretty sure I've been called Ma'am before and I'm a few years younger than you! It definitely made me feel old, too, so I feel your frustrations.
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