Angie’s Dad Thinks She Should be a Housewife

me“A proper young lady would NOT be doing that!” that is all I hear from my father and grandfather.

I want to be a voice actress and translator for ADV or Funimation, and I love anime! My mother has always supported me in my hobbies and my career goals but my father believes I should become a nurse or a housewife. I have practiced with my bow until my fingers bled, I have had my lip busted open several times in martial arts without shedding a tear, I am learning how to use throwing knives, I am learning Japanese, and I am just as strong both mentally and in some areas physically as any guy out there but for some reason my dad can’t understand that.

I don’t expect to win any awards for this, I just want to tell the world one thing: It doesn’t matter what gender you are, if you have a skill  or passion don’t let anyone stop you from following it!

1 comment

  • A

    Angie – thanks for your inspirational thoughts. It’s good to see that you’re moving forward on your dreams despite what family members think. So many people give up when they don’t get the support they think they need to succeed. Keep us up to date on your activities. :)

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