Mars vs. Venus: Stereotypes and Assumptions
Today’s Mars vs. Venus post is Part 2 of a two-part series. Jamey and came up with a list of questions for which we think the answers will vary based on gender. We first guessed what the other person will answer, and then exchanged our actual answers (much like “The Newlyweds Game”). After each question, you’ll see what Jamey thought my answer would be in blue, and my actual answer in pink.
On the Topic of Gender Stereotypes:
1. Assuming no mapping technology (internet, GPS, etc.), what do you do when you get lost?
Call your boyfriend.
Stop and ask directions.
2. How many times per year do you cry?
I don’t picture Lauren being a big crier. Maybe 10 times a year.
I’m not a big crier. Maybe three to four times per year.
3. What is your pet peeve about the opposite gender?
Men who stare at other women in public. (I don’t know. This one was hard. Men do a lot of dumb things.)
Toilet seat left up, facial hair remnants on the sink, lifting a cheek to fart… I also don’t like men who assume I need their approval, but that’s not a generalization of all men.
True, Jamey. Very true.
4. TV on at bedtime or no?
Sure. Either way.
NO THANK YOU!
Well, actually, Jamey’s probably right. I don’t watch TV in bed, but if my son wants it on, I’m okay with it.
5. Would you rather receive a sentimental/thoughtful gift, an expensive gift, or a practical gift?
Sentimental/thoughtful.
Tough one. It’s between sentimental/thoughtful, expensive and practical.
6. Would you rather have fun or save money?
Have fun.
Have fun.
7. How many minutes per day do you spend getting ready?
15 hours.
For the weekend day – 25 minutes.
For work – 40 minutes.
To go “out” – 75 minutes.
Wow, Jamey! Should I be flattered or insulted? I would hope to look a hell of a lot better if I spent 15 of my 17 waking hours getting ready!
8. If you lived within 20 minutes of your parents, how often would you visit them?
Once every two weeks.
Once a week at least. I would go over on Saturdays and stop by for dinner during the week. I would love to have them near.
What types of assumptions do you make about women or men? What types of assumptions do people make about you? What are your answers to these questions?
This is the sixth of a series of posts in which I provide my female perspective on selected topics, while fellow blogger, Jamey Stegmaier, provides his male perspective. We link and post before reading what each other wrote. Topics we discuss here are ones that may be better understood or further examined once considering the perspective of each gender. Note that Mars is a single guy, while Venus is in a long-term committed relationship – not that that would impact our opinions or anything…
Select the Mars vs. Venus category in the sidebar drop down to read the other posts in this series - they’re good!
I was kidding about 15 hours (obviously). But women do take longer than men to get ready. You’re actually pretty fast, though. Only 40 minutes? Maybe I’m slow. Not checking my e-mail before I go to work could help.
I should have gotten the parent question right. I knew that.
jameystegmaier
January 25, 2010
Funny that Jamey thought “not a lot of crying” was 10 times per year and you consider it 3-4. I (jokingly) call Jamey’s manliness into question…(often)
T-Mac
January 26, 2010
Fair enough, Trev. Fair enough.
jameystegmaier
January 26, 2010
Yeah, Jamey. There’s nothing you could have said there.
Lauren
January 26, 2010
I like question #7. I can get ready quickly, but do you want me look good? Occupy yourself for a good hour.
And Jamey’s “Men do a lot of dumb things.” made me laugh. Yep.
Penelope
January 26, 2010
P – Do you know the song “Waiting on a Woman” by Brad Paisley? I told Doug to listen to it when it first came out and adopt the philosophy, or we were going to have a problem…
Lauren
January 26, 2010
I don’t listen to country but I looked up the lyrics and that is hilarious! I assume Doug has adopted the philosophy for you.
Penelope
January 26, 2010