Because she doesnt have a lot of worries or obligations to anyone or about things like working, she is truly happy and values life. And thus ended another of my days - here at the beach, living in the country(pg.401, 20).The two essays, I Want a Wife and How the Superwoman Myth Puts Women Down are very similar because they are both true stories that are written about how a womens role is ridiculous in present times. The two authors both are angry at society for placing this huge expectation on women. The essay, An Open Window On My Private World, however, is written about a woman who doesnt value society and who isnt controlled by a man. She is happy in life because she is who she wants to be and not someone who society or a man wants her to be. Unlike the other women, Lemke is independent and relies solely on her beliefs of what is right. Also, she is not married because she has different views on men wants to be independent. Most men, I replied, are looking for Princess Charming, wanting women who will let them do everything.(pg.399-400, 11).Finally, the three essays all display how these ladies have been influenced, either positively or negatively and the values they have acquired through life. Although society plays a great role in life, it shouldnt influence a persons cultural values. As long as a person is content with themselves and their life, everything else doesnt matter. There should be more women like Lemke to take life into their own hands and to take care of themselves....
