I really feel obliged to comment on this subject after seeing the comments yesterday in global chat and also within BB Saqui's post with the jigsaw. International Women's Day is a global celebration and indeed in many countries an official public holiday celebrating the social, economic, cultural and political achievements of women - in many countries there is a tradition of men honouring women by giving them gifts of guess what FLOWERS and other small gifts. Oh and before anyone jumps to conclusions - I am female, am in a fairly senior role in my organisation, earn more than my partner (male) and am a spokesperson for Equal rights not just for women but for all. I am quite frankly offended by the lack of understanding shown by so many about what IWD actually stands for.