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RE: What is Your Definition of Masculine? - 5/18/2006 8:42:55 AM

UtopianRanger

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ORIGINAL: cloudboy

I've been into watching BIG VALLEY these days on Encore, and to me HEATH BARKLEY is the architypal Male. I also think the TV wonks back then saw Lee MAJORS as the epitome of Masculine. I would agree with their assessment.

1. Physically strong
2. Independent (makes up his own mind about things)
3. Gentle and Considerate
4. Comfortable with himself
5. Intuitive
6. Kind of Quiet / Reflective
7. Open Minded
8. Devoted to family
9. Self sacrificing
10. Generally effective
11. Prefers action over words
12. In tune with nature, animals, and the outdoors.
13. A keen sense of fairness
14. Is not self centered and connects well with others.
15. Brings out the better side of those around him.
16. Is modest but confidant.
17. Communicates directly and sometimes with subtlety when needed.
18. Is fundamentally honest.
19. Holds firm to his principles
20. Is a quick draw, has a mean uppercut, and is otherwise someone you don't want to tangle with, but who never
ever picks on anyone out of mean spiritedness.
21. Is always aware of his surroundings
22. Knows how to enjoy himself and derive satisfaction out of living.
23. Can get away with wearing a pink shirt.
24. Is hairly, but not too hairy.
25. Has high octane common sense.

Although somewhat long, I like your list. 2, 8, 9, 11, 17, 18 and especially 20 are of special significance for me. And especially the back end of twenty, which talks about mean-spiritness and picking on people.

I know when I was kid, my father continually emphasized to never ever fight with someone you know you can beat - That's the sign of true pussy {excuse the language}

I carry that over to a message board, also. I would never make fun of someone, down on their luck or who couldn't write or spell - So when I see someone getting pummeled in a personal manner, because he or she is a poor soul or a little disadvantaged, it tells me a hellva lot about the person who's throwing the punches.

Now as far as your examples..... They're a little old but definitely fit the bill. If we're looking at Hollywood though.... I like Armand Assante and Ving Rhames as my examples ; }

- R

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RE: What is Your Definition of Masculine? - 5/18/2006 10:05:57 AM

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ORIGINAL: anthrosub

What is happening with Collarme's message boards? I can't edit my own posts anymore?

I used the word "eludes" above when I meant to use "exudes." No big deal but I hope folks will make the leap in meaning.

anthrosub

anthrosub,

Suggestion: Because there is a time restriction on posting here or responding to post here, you might try to copy and paste your post or reply into a word processing program, then copy and paste it back onto the board when you are finished editing it. If you are responding to a post, the HTML codes in the "Quote" should work if they are not altered.

You could also periodically save it to "Clip Board" on your computer just in case you are timed out.

I've lost many a post and reply because I didn't save my work.

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RE: What is Your Definition of Masculine? - 5/18/2006 9:25:11 PM

cloudboy

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I think when seeking to define something (in this case masculinity) it helps to identify concrete examples as a starting point.

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RE: What is Your Definition of Masculine? - 5/18/2006 9:48:53 PM

LoneGoddess

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ORIGINAL: cloudboy

I've been into watching BIG VALLEY these days on Encore, and to me HEATH BARKLEY is the architypal Male. I also think the TV wonks back then saw Lee MAJORS as the epitome of Masculine. I would agree with their assessment.

1. Physically strong
2. Independent (makes up his own mind about things)
3. Gentle and Considerate
4. Comfortable with himself
5. Intuitive
6. Kind of Quiet / Reflective
7. Open Minded
8. Devoted to family
9. Self sacrificing
10. Generally effective
11. Prefers action over words
12. In tune with nature, animals, and the outdoors.
13. A keen sense of fairness
14. Is not self centered and connects well with others.
15. Brings out the better side of those around him.
16. Is modest but confidant.
17. Communicates directly and sometimes with subtlety when needed.
18. Is fundamentally honest.
19. Holds firm to his principles
20. Is a quick draw, has a mean uppercut, and is otherwise someone you don't want to tangle with, but who never
ever picks on anyone out of mean spiritedness.
21. Is always aware of his surroundings
22. Knows how to enjoy himself and derive satisfaction out of living.
23. Can get away with wearing a pink shirt.
24. Is hairly, but not too hairy.
25. Has high octane common sense.

Well said cloudboy, there isn't much I'd add other than a quiet strength of character -owning his integrity.

Thanks,
LG~

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