Yep, & such an attitude, I strongly suspect, has links with Mysogynism, though I havent seen any research supporting that notion.

I have to say I feel pleased that people have picked up so much on my comments. Considering what I was saying, I think I expected some strong reactions against, simply because I was saying something that is quite harsh, rather than simply pitying the Guest in question.

(& I'm also happy that I seem (I HOPE) to have covered all my bases quite well, & not offended others who might be an only child).