Commitment
October 9th, 2006 | by Craig |I think that this woman has made an amazing commitment and sacrifice.
I look for everyone to be making fun of her in the days ahead.
[UPDATE]: Prodded by the comments and email, I guess this can be taken two ways. To clarify, I do think that this woman has made a pretty amazing sacrifice. What I was getting at is that although she has acted on her beliefs in a way that most might find odd, in the end, she’ll probably do a lot more good than some of us. The second sentence was meant to highlight the fact that some small-minded people would take the opportunity to make fun of her. And I was right; again.
Here’s what I don’t get: for the “pro-choicers,” it’s her body and her choice, yes?
20 Responses to “Commitment”
By Randy on Oct 9, 2006 | Reply
I know one of those 200 mentioned.
They are amazing women. God bless them.
By Sara on Oct 9, 2006 | Reply
I don’t think we need to make fun of others’ beliefs, even if we don’t agree with them. That kind of stuff fuels stereotypes and hate, watch out.
By Gman on Oct 10, 2006 | Reply
In a way, it sort of implies that sex is dirty or evil. Moreover, it implies that you have to be a virgin to really dedicate your life to Christ. I appreciate what she’s doing, but how is it different than a married woman who loves her husband, has a pure, monogamous relationship with her husband, has faith in Christ, and lives it? I’m not saying that what this woman is doing is not laudable; it’s simply that she isn’t any more special than the other woman I described.
By Dani on Oct 10, 2006 | Reply
Technically, you are correct Gman, since marriage is also a sacrament. This woman didn’t want to go that route, or be a nun, either, I guess. There are a whole range of other commitments avaiable to people besides being a nun or a priest. That’s part of the popularity of Opus Dei.
By Sarpy Sam on Oct 10, 2006 | Reply
I must be awful slow. I completely understood what you meant the first time out and agree with you.
By Jeff on Oct 10, 2006 | Reply
Did someone say we should pass laws against being a virgin?
By Craig on Oct 10, 2006 | Reply
If you argue that the choice for a woman to do what she wants with her body is sacrosanct, you have to include those instances you don’t agree with, don’t you? It’s only logical.
Otherwise, you’re saying, “Woman’s body, woman’s choice, unless she wants to remain a virgin, then she’s an idiot.”
By Jeff on Oct 10, 2006 | Reply
Of course you have to include those instances. I’m just wondering who isn’t including them.
What’s wrong with saying what someone does with his or her body is that person’s choice, but one choice is stupid? Isn’t that a key point of libertarianism and conservatism? That you’re free to make your own choices, even stupid ones?
For my part, I’m not making fun her staying a virgin. I really don’t care. I’m making fun of her reasoning.
By Dani on Oct 10, 2006 | Reply
Actually Jeff, you haven’t come right out and said what you think.
By Colby Natale on Oct 10, 2006 | Reply
Jeff and I have been going round for round as far as his thoughts (and my response) are concerned, he probably isn’t up to typing it all twice. It has been an interesting back and forth though.
By Colby Natale on Oct 10, 2006 | Reply
That would be here , btw.
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By Colby Natale on Oct 10, 2006 | Reply
And Craig, I completely agree that her actions, while confusing to most, are inspiring and I believe you are right; she is making a significant contribution in her own way. I for one, am inspired by this level of dedication to one’s beliefs. You know where she stands and that she is willing to stand up for what she believes. That is rare indeed. Thanks for bringing this one up.
By Jeff on Oct 10, 2006 | Reply
I’m pretty sure I did that in the post linked in the third comment.
By Colby Natale on Oct 10, 2006 | Reply
…Although, as I continue to press there, I don’t think you did either…
By david on Oct 11, 2006 | Reply
Commitment - yes. Sacrifice - no. “Sacrifice” implies giving up something of greater value for something of lesser value.
By Craig's Spousal Unit on Oct 11, 2006 | Reply
Depends on how you look at it, David…
By Dani on Oct 11, 2006 | Reply
Jeff, I come here to read this blog.
By Jeff on Oct 11, 2006 | Reply
Then perhaps you shouldn’t make statements about what I have or haven’t said, eh?