Reply #16: So,

[SOteric]

you think your specific circumstances should excuse your sexist phrasing and/or attitude?

Interesting.

I suspect if everyone got a pass on their intolerance based on their unfortunate life circumstances we wouldn't need to concern ourselves with tolerance any longer.

I'm sorry for your troubles, truly I am. We've all had a share or two of grief from love if we're old enough to vote. But I still think you ought not to give yourself permission to frame the issues in this way.

Your question is more genuinely: "why are there so many unprincipled, insensitive people in the world?" Not 'what is it with women.'