I think that, in nature, mothers tend to have a closer bond with their children while they are nursing. But of course we have the technology to get around that now. I think it's a toss up after that. So much depends on the kid / parent.

I personally haven't experienced the oportunity to take a passive role in dating. Most of my experiences I had to actively pursue.

I think women find it easier to make and maintain close friendships. Women get to gossip more, and to receive the rewards of gossiping more often. I'd like to say women network better, but I don't think it that straightforward - it might be more accurate to say women network differently.

That's about all I can think of right now.

Kiralee