Periodicals: Being a Modern Female

I've noticed that my period doesn't really come in regular cycles as it is supposed to. So how do I know when I'm going to get my period? Every time I do something extreme. Especially in situations where periods are the last thing you need. For the past few months, I've had my period when I was doing bare cliff face rock climbing on two separate occasions and once when I was travelling alone in freezing Europe (Munich) with a migraine lugging my luggage around in the dark streets trying to look for my hotel which doesn't operate its reception on a Sunday (holy day). And now I'm about to move to a new country by myself, I fly out today AND I just got my period. Great, fun times ahead.

I openly talk about when I have my period. Not because I like to gross people out. Some males I know have commented on the fact that it's "over sharing". Heck, I've merely stated that I have it, I haven't even gone into any graphic detail yet.

Why do I state it? Because it's normal. It's a normal part of being a female. And I see it as a courtesy to tell others I have my period so that in case I say anything offensive, they know not to take it personally.

Control your "period mood" you might say? Men, when you get hit in the balls, it hurts like hell and you feel nauseous for perhaps a few minutes or more, it should not last longer for one eighth of the day. If it does, it's probably not a mere hit in the balls then, in that case, please do go to the doctor and look after yourself! For women, periods last longer than 24 hours, on average it can range from anytime between 3 days - 8days. And it is 'constant' pain throughout the day. Not to mention the paranoia of blood stains on our pants or skirts. On top of that, the hormones really kick in. For the most part, most of us really aren't moody or aggro, we only are when the hormones kick it, we can't control that.

So in our modern society, for women to be on par with men, we need to work equally as hard if not twice. And for some females, depending on their circumstances also need to maintain "traditional roles" of a woman, running a household whilst working. It's hard enough doing either or, let alone both. And on top of that, we get our period. Random abdominal pain (sometimes in other areas too) on top of needing to juggle many things. No wonder we get a bit moody sometimes. It can be stressful, and it can effect our moods, being moody is not our choice, at least it is not mine.

So, that is why if the need arises, I do openly talk about the fact that I have my period. It's only natural and I just want people to understand that it can be straining on us, so please understand. I hope this at least gives some insight into females and our need for a little support during that critical time of the month. Thank you in advance for being considerate :)

Alright, got to finish packing, chat later!