Sarah Ban Breathnach

While the past asks only to be remembered, a woman's memory alters on her behalf and in her best interests. Memory - the vain old biddy - cannot resist penciling a few slight, cosmetic revisions in the margins of the past.

American Author

Used when talking about raising birds, often with affection or nostalgia.

Pet Context

Can refer to baby birds in general, not only chickens.

Not Just Chickens

Has a critical tone; implies the old woman is nosy or overly talkative.

Negative Tone

Rarely used in a positive sense; avoid using in polite conversation.

Rarely Complimentary

Can be considered ageist, use carefully to avoid offending.

Age Sensitive

Used disparagingly about young women, often related to behavior or mannerisms.

Derogatory Slang

Used in casual settings among peers, but can be disrespectful in formal situations.

Informal and Casual

Specifically refers to young women, not to be used for young men.

Gender Specific

 got the memo by the time I was playing Biddy basketball the outcomes of my blackness may as well have been cheers making sure that I knew or felt that a black baby was five times more likely to be born out of wedlock than a white one