Hiya, eden. I really liked your observation in the word game thread about "amazon" being an attitude. I think your assertion is true. I wanted to say something in the thread, but it might look like I was hijacking the thread, so, I'm choosing to put it in open conversation that everybody can see, as I wouldn't want you to think I was trying to "move" on you.
Historically speaking, women that were strong, or were able to take full control of their environment were called "butch", or other terms not quite so polite. Enter the legend of "Amazon Women", who would use men for their ... purposes, and cast them aside when they were no longer needed. The modern "amazon" is a woman who has control of her life, who is not afraid to knock down barriers and go beyond just daring to be strong. Anybody that knows me knows that I have a great amount of respect for women who are strong, both physically and mentally. This includes ladies like female bodybuilders, ballet dancers, and belly dancers (not a complete list). I've even noticed that there is some crossover in these areas, as some of the belly dancers here in the forum pump a little iron. As well, many pursue several forms of dance. And, if you have every observed competitive female bodybuilders, a lot of dance is involved. Anyway, the bottom line of this little disseration is, you and your bestie may, indeed, be "amazon", as you are undoubtedly strong, have strong opinions about yourself and where you are going.
