Who says sisters can't be nice? - Letters To The Editor

Ebony, May, 2003

I just picked up the March 2003 edition, and I just had to write you concerning the article, "Who Says Sisters Can't Be Nice?" As they say in church, "Thank you, Jesus!" for printing this article!

I happen to be a Black, single male, and I live in the Washington, D.C., area (Silver Spring, Md.). I used to think I was the only one who thought that some Sisters were angry, ornery, cantankerous and had bad attitudes.

But all Sisters are not that way. I think the Midwest and California have the most incredible Sisters in the entire country! Too bad they can't spread it to some other areas where it's needed most!

DAVID ALSTON
Iselin, N.J.

Regarding the article, "Who Says Sisters Can't Be Nice?," first of all, Sisters, please let go of the negative attitude. I feel that most intelligent Brothers and Sisters can tell the difference between being assertive and just being mean.

Secondly, African-American women at their best command V.I.P. respect without even speaking. I do not believe there is a man (not a thug or player-wannabe) or respectable woman who does not become at least a little self-conscious when they come in contact with a beautifully dressed, well-spoken and curvaceous Sister.

Oh yes! Many, if not all of our Sisters want to be treated like queens, but how many truly walk, talk, act and present themselves with the grace and enchanting manner a true queen exudes?

What intelligent, responsible, socially well-rounded man would not be inclined or insist on picking up the check for a queen? Royal treatment and first-class privileges are given to those who earn and deserve them.