Most, but not all, believe that the perfect family consists of a loving mother, father, and of course, children. However it's been in my best interest to conclude that the ideal family is whatever you make of it. Living in a household comprised of my mother, sister and myself, the only male, has affected me in both negative and positive ways. I've been taught to always be a gentleman and have learned that the way you present yourself can undoubtedly determine the outcome of your future. On the downside it was at a young age that I had to accept the responsibility of the many "man of the house roles." From taking out the trash to being double-teamed, by two female minds constantly thinking alike, growing up in my household has not only been a struggle but a way of life. .
It was at age thirteen that my mother had forced me to change the clothes I had on because she didn't feel as though they properly represented the person I am. Having the influence of two women around taught me a very essential lesson: being well-groomed will not only make you feel better but it will only further your success, appearance is important. The above is just one of the many lessons that can be learned best by women however, learning to be a gentleman is the one I appreciate most of all. Opening doors for ladies and making them feel like they are the only thing that matters have instilled a long lost sense of chivalry in my personality. These are a just a few of the positive characteristics that have made living with women enlightening.
Unfortunately with all good there is bound to be bad, especially when being the only male in the house. Taking on the "man of the house roles" at such a young age proved to be quite cumbersome. "Take out the trash! Rake the leaves! Shovel the driveway!" all phrases I dreaded hearing as while growing up. "Check the mail. Open the blinds," of course were my sister's chores.