I think you should tell me about the crush you’ve had on me, now that I am declaring interest.

(to self: How did he know! I didn’t say anything about it. I guess the flirting worked.) Yes! I’ve liked you.

I think you probably want me to court you. I will start by saying it. Now you say it.

Oh, yes, I do!

I think you ought to tell me how much you appreciate me.

Oh, I appreciate you! Lots.

I think you ought to ask me if we can go out tonight.

Can we please go out tonight? It would be so much fun!

Excuse me, submitted woman, what do you think you’re doing, implying it would be fun, when my determination is for this to be a romantic time? Repent of your brazenness. It is my wish for you, lest you burn in hell for this presumption. And you will burn, if you disobey.

I think you ought to cry and feel things.

<Sobs>

And now, be happy, and tell me what a great husband I’ll be.

You’ll…you’ll be a great husband.

I think you ought to tell me you love me now.

(to self: Oh, now I can say it! Except, do I anymore???)

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There is something that smells rotten in saying that a woman should prevent any telling of her feelings to a man for the sake that the “biblical model” is for him is to be the “leader”. Be prepared for a bland marriage, I suppose, if feelings are dictated and told when to be said. And also be prepared for a lot of guessing and miscommunication!

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