Come from a family of five;four girls,one boy who is the youngest.I am the youngest girl and i always seem to be considered last in everything.Firstly,here in Africa,having many children gives you a high status,more esp if they are boys,meaning, boys were,and in most cases,still are considered more important than girls.I live with my Dad and,ofcourse,the eldest is treated like a jewel.So is the 2nd born coz she's doing so well in school.It's always surprised me how the 3rd seems to get away with many things and when i do less offensive things,i'd always get beaten up or shouted at!I'm 18 now and Dad feels no shame at shouting at me in public(not to mention that he no longer shouts at the others).The 3rd born recently got pregnant and Dad hasnt so much as even politely lectured her.I feel awful and as though i have no place in this family.The youngest,being a boy is always favoured while i've to practically beg for the things i need.How do i deal with this so it doest affect my future?
2006-08-24
06:01:17
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kareen
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