I'm not saying they should be all "Hi honey your dinner is on the table or something", just a little less attitude.

Of the women in my family, both the older and younger generation are outspoken. Heck, the older generation often moreso. With the younger generation though, they will sulk and shout over relatively small issues, the older ones will hold their tongues for a bit and then speak up and make sure they get heard.

Having said that, I can't stand women who are TOO quiet, I'll start an argument just because I'm bored.