It is unfortunate, though certainly not uncommon, that a bad experience with a single individual has colored your perception of an entire group.
I certainly do not think that all Mennonites are bossy and opinionated.
I do not feel that all Californians are bossy and opinionated.
I do not feel that all attorneys are bossy and opinionated
I do not feel that all women are even women, let alone bossy and opinionated.
I do not believe in stereotyping
I do believe that eventually you have to consider a pattern though

Oh Yeh, I do believe that bossy and opinionated women make great pen pals
