"Tell Me That You Are A Woman Without Telling Me You Are A Woman"

[Collimator]

A little "game" that I have seen different places online.

One of the saddest responses relates to doing that "keys-between-the-knuckles thing".

My way of telling someone that I'm a woman with using the exact words-- "Between the ages of 12 and 54, I had a three-tiered underwear system." Never met a woman yet who doesn't employ at least a two-tiered system.

[Lunabell]

1. I am a woman because I feel that way.

I identify as female.

[PoindexterOglethorpe]

2. I'm a woman and I'm not sure what is meant by a two-tiered or

three-tiered underwear system. I can make a guess, but not sure I'd be right.

[Arkansas Granny]

3. I'd be interested to know the answer myself.

[Collimator]

9. Bottom tier is the stuff you wear during your period.

Undies with frayed edges, looser elastic. Top tier are the panties that make you feel delightful when you wear them. Middle tier is everyday underwear in decent condition that does the job.

[Arkansas Granny]

16. Lol. These days I'm middle tier every day.

[PoindexterOglethorpe]

25. Well. My entire life I've only had middle tier undies.

Never wore anything different when I was still getting my period. Never.

I'm astonished to learn that this is a thing for at least some women. Sometimes I lead a very sheltered life.

[TreasonousBastard]

8. Well, the Brits have this...

https://www.bodyarmornews.com/new-pelvic-body-armor-for-uk-troops/

Britain’s Ministry of Defense is introducing a pelvic protection system for troops in Afghanistan to help mitigate the effects of bomb blasts.

The three-tiered system of clothing and body armor consists of special protective underwear and detachable armored modular trousers, designed to integrate with current kit being used by troops on operations.



The first layer of protection is a pair of shorts, which troops wear as underwear. Developed by the ministry and the Defense Science and Technology Laboratory, the underwear is manufactured from ballistic silk material that provides an initial level of protection.

A second layer of detachable pelvic body armor, designed to meet the greater threats faced by soldiers on the ground can be rolled up and clipped to a belt and pulled through the legs to form a protective pouch. It will be issued to all troops operating outside the wire in Afghanistan from next spring.

For troops whose role demands greater levels of protection, such as those operating hand-held metal detectors to search for improvised explosive devices, a third tier of pelvic protection is being developed to offer even greater coverage, including the upper leg and wider abdominal region. Design trials are planned to take place in early 2011.

But I suspect the French have something more stylish.

[TDale313]

4. keys between my knuckles

was, sadly, the first thing that came to mind.

[marble falls]

6. I know my wife is a woman with this question: "Did you remember the (fill in the blank)?" ...

... every time I or we go out the door. You can tell I'm the man cuz I forgot whatever it was.

I've got my keys between my fingers anytime I'm out alone at night.

[Skittles]

7. I have honestly never heard of "two or three tiers" of undies

although I can guess what it means - so now you do know one

[Collimator]

12. You may possibly have employed

"the system" without giving it a lot of thought.

Listen, Skittles, this is not specifically directed at you, but I was just trying to encourage a little fun. I almost feel as though I've offended some people.

If people are genuinely put out, I am truly sorry.

[Skittles]

20. aw no I am not offended at all

just....unknowing but that is not uncommon for me

[birdographer]

10. At 69 and always home these days

my underwear system has no tiers at all. There is no underwear. Sweat/lounging pants and a long-sleeved t-shirt is the uniform around here. Don't be judge-y. You could tell I'm a woman because of the knitting needles often in my hands. Or my excessive amount of yarn. (Although I guess men knit these days...)

[Arkansas Granny]

17. When I quit smoking I decided to improve my knitting skills.

I am a pretty experienced crocheter, but had never really mastered knitting so I thought it would be a good way to keep my mind and hands busy.

A friend remarked one day that I must have a lot more money since I wasn't buying cigarettes. In truth, I was spending on yarn instead.

[birdographer]

22. I have so much yarn!

But I really love finding it. I knit chemo caps and so I use the most super-soft yarn I can find. It's wonderful to work with. I probably have enough yarn to make 50 caps... Just went on a spree (online) last Thursday. Now I wait for it all to roll in.

[Arkansas Granny]

23. I make children's hats and sweaters for Wool Aid.

One of these days I'm going to get all my yarn organized and I'm sure to be surprised at how much I have.

[Mr.Bill]

11. My wife's answer:

ROOAAAR!

[catbyte]

13. "I never carry cash."

I don't know one man who doesn't carry cash. Most women don't because of purse-snatchers. At this point, though, I hardly ever carry cash even though I rarely carry a purse anymore.

[TexasBushwhacker]

21. I don't carry much cash

because I keep better track of my spending with credit cards, which I generally pay off monthly. I do try to carry some cash for tipping though.

I've definitely had a 3 tiered panty system. Don't miss those days at all.

I wouldn't dream of going for a walk alone at night unless it was at a well lit, busy park.

[rsdsharp]

24. I'm a man, and I've almost never carried cash.

I used to use a checkbook, and now use an ATM card or credit cards. When I do have cash, it’s very little, and all the bills usually have one number. I don’t know whether that’s because of gender or marital status.

[Marie Marie]

14. I've been paid less than "others" doing the same thing.

[Arkansas Granny]

19. Yep. Another day, another 76 cents.

[wryter2000]

15. "I diet constantly"

"I know how many calories a tablespoon of butter has."

[MLAA]

18. Love the three tier description, very clever!

[PoindexterOglethorpe]

26. I have never carried keys between my knuckles.

I carry cash and have never been robbed.

It's sad that so many women live in fear all the time. I never have. Oh, and I used to take the public bus in the DC area, including very late at night because I worked an afternoon shift at the airport. Never once did I feel at any kind of risk.

[Backseat Driver]

27. I turned up the flame of a Bic lighter

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Tightly at the ready in my hand!

[PoindexterOglethorpe]

29. LOL!

An excuse to take up smoking!

[Solly Mack]

28. I look my car over, inside and out, before opening the door and getting inside.

[Mad_Dem_X]

30. I'm afraid to walk anywhere alone at night

Especially parking garages.