CG, not so much of the "old", thanks very much! Your dad sounds like a fine fellow, I must say. As for my daughter, she already cringes whenever I turn up in the truck. I receive regular grooming advice as well, but the poor thing's having an uphill battle training me.

Yvonne, I've owned two brand new vehicles and both were a financial millstone. Cars are simply a money pit, so I made a decision to keep the pit as small as possible. the old mazda is just about to get a new clutch, which I'll install myself, taking the total amount spent on it in the past 3 years, excluding rego, to $320. I was given the car by someone who'd bought another one rather than fix a very minor problem with the cooling system (out of ignorance; he assured me the engine was a write off). Still, people are quick to judge by appearance, I guess.

Bronwyn, I'm talking about Saturday sport. It seems likely that there are some stay-at-home mums in the group, but also some working ones.

On your point about structural change, it seems the Sex Discrimination Commissioner agrees.
http://www.news.com.au/couriermail/story/0,23739,24289828-23272,00.html

A quote:"Ms Broderick said creating workplaces that supported both men and women to balance paid work and shared caring responsibilities was critical in achieving gender equality.

Under the current Sex Discrimination Act men can make a claim about discrimination only if they are sacked for asking for part-time work."

Her comments also highlight the discriminatory nature of "anti-discrimination" laws as they stand and strengthens the claim of those men who've been arguing that case for some time.

Working women make a point of being seen With their kids on the weekend, as it is the only time they have. It could be a guilt relief thing to.