I know it's a blanket statement ... and of course it does not apply to all [and dourness applies to men as well]
I even remember my dad saying that many Apostolics looked like they were baptized in lemon juice.
... but from personal observation I've seen a particular dourness that prevails in some of the women in our movement.
I have made some personal observations from being an Apostolic my whole life .... and even from some the statements of vibrant Apostolic women ... including some from this forum ... Sister Alvear, Rhoni, in particular.
I think some of it may be attributed to the high demands we place on them.
They include:
1. An unbalanced demand on them to be the benchmarks of separation and holiness.
2.
The 1950's model of the ideal family. Men work ... women stay in the home, cook, clean and raise the kids. Those that do work ... often come home to work a second shift. Not to forget the added responsibilities church can place on some of them.
3. Our separation has caused some to be very apathetic to those that don't fit the "mold".
Are these pressures affecting their joy???
Just thinking out loud .... let the games begin!!!!!!!