My ADD kept me from reading all the responses so I can only give my $0.02 (US) random stream-of-consciousness answer:

1. A man is male by birth. Sorry if that offends transgenders but it's just my opinion. I still treat any sex-change person with respect that any human being deserves though.

2. A man is respectful of others as long as they are respectful of him. To know how to handle those that aren't respectful to him please see #'s 3 through 5 and then remember the "walk away" principle.

3. A man is doesn't stoop to the level of those that don't respect him.

4. A man is does not confuse fear with respect. This is bully/hoodlum/gang banger mentality. Three different terms for "loser".

5. A man is tolerant up to the point of compromising his values. Once you compromise your values you've compromised your integrity and anything else doesn't count until you get your integrity back.

6. A man is honest about everything even if it means owning up to your own mistakes/faults/weaknesses. If you're wrong or do wrong then admit it.

7. A man is someone who earns his keep to the best of his ability. The generosity of others is a gift not a right so don't expect others to be your personal gift horse. And don't give me crap about disabilities. I said a man earns his keep to the BEST OF HIS ABILITIES. I know plenty of disabled fellas (and fillies) that work more than many able-bodies I've seen.

8. A man is not afraid to cry when and where it's appropriate. When my father-in-law died I sobbed at the funeral. When my kids were born I cried in joy and relief that both they and my wife were okay. When I sprained my back last month I cried from the agonizing pain I was in. Crying does not equate to weakness it equates to an outlet. (Just don't go crying over crap like not being in someone's top 8 list of friends on their MySpace page.)

9. A man is willing to learn throughout his entire life. Never make the mistake of thinking you already know enough.

10. A man is someone who is willing to put himself in harm's way if it means protecting someone they love; willing to fight when there is no other recourse; and able to tell when these two situations occur.

11. A man is someone who can come up with 11 things for a list like this.

all I have to say to this is "YOU ROCK!!!"

and by chance, are you a guy? available?

I can't believe the drivel in this baited 'man' trap.

Double Standards:

If it is a 'man' responsibility to set the example and work to support a family, Then get your bitch ass back in the kitchen and cook, clean, and raise the babies!
(OH NO HE DIDNT, That is so sexist!)

If it is a 'man' responsibility to take punishment to protect the family, Then don't get aggressively up in his face talking out your ass trying to provoke him, After all, Violence is his job. You push buttons and then act all confused when you get 'beat' by the horrible man.

The only way to get respect from me is to earn it with your actions. Words mean nothing if you are not willing to back your play.

I hate to say this ladies but, Grow up! The roles of men and women in todays society has changed and you can't have it both ways.

Please send comments to convictedwifebeater@womenlie.com

very cute!

What makes a man ..hmmmmm let me see......snips and snails and puppydog tails...... i think that is how it goes......oh and they need to make me laugh ..often