Oakleaf,
I don't think anyone is arguing with you.
I too work in a male dominated work environment, have a husband and two sons (no daughters) so honestly for me, it's nice to go "somewhere" where for once there is not a paternalistic tone about where to go for help, advice, reassurance. This is not your daddy's forum.. This is where you go to get wisdom from women.
Need advice ? ask a woman here. How cool is that?