Posted by
Mrs M. on Thursday, September 04, 2008 12:00:00 AM
"Lack of planning on your part does not constitute an emergency on my part."
I think we've all seen that witty little statement hanging somewhere, whether it be in a co-worker's cubicle or the local gas station. We've all seen it....and we all smirk because, well, it's true!
I am a woman, and I claim full control over my body. God forbid that control should ever be taken from me by disease, by a predator, or any other unforseen circumstance.
I choose what I eat, I choose what pills I take. I choose what vehicle I put myself in, I choose how to cut my hair. I also chose to marry a man who would be an outstanding father.
So tell me, what is this business about "a woman's right to choose"?
First and foremost, I am NOT referring to a situation where a woman was raped. So please read on with that in mind:
A woman who finds herself pregnant when she doesn't not wish to be likely CHOSE to take her clothes off and have sex with a man who she did not wish to be attached to for the rest of her life. That was her CHOICE. She chose to have sex, knowing that 100% of pregnancies are caused by the happy engagement of sperm and egg. With or without birth control or protection, she is partaking in an activity that causes pregnancy.
No one is telling women they cannot choose. Pro-lifers aren't telling a woman they should not have the right to choose. The fact is, they did choose, and they chose poorly. And an unwanted pregnancy is the consequence of those poor choices.
Abortion is not a backspace button that fixes an error. No matter how twisted the words become, or how clinical the procedure sounds, there is no arguing that abortion deletes the beating of a human heart. A heart that dwelt in the body of a child who lived in the body of an irresponsible woman who made a bad choice with an irresponsible man.
Maybe if we take the option of abortion off of the table for those who's casual sex resulted in human life, then those who lack planning skills will think twice about engaging in baby-making activities with unsuitable people.
Just an idea.