I almost puked. It was awesome. My lungs hate me. Just gotta keep pushing. #bjj #ACL #ontheroadtopurplebelt #aclrecovery #training
(at Satori Academy of Martial Arts NJ)
I quit makeup and shaving for a few different reasons, but sometimes I get frustrated trying to explain why I did to others.
Almost every time, whether they are male or female, they reply, “Oh thankfully you still look pretty without makeup.” And I’m like
No
You don’t get it.
I’m rebelling against the belief that women’s worth is tied to their beauty. I want to fight for the luxurious privilege of being judged for our words and actions, not on how desirable we appear to men.
While I know the compliment is well intended, it just goes to show how ingrained it is that a woman’s value is first and foremost her looks. Even when trying to fight misogyny, my rebellion is only supported when I’m still desirable enough to “get away with it.”
Just take the liberal feminist mantra of “All women are beautiful.” Beautiful? We need to reassure girls are females that if they suffer or struggle they are still beautiful? The word intended is valuable, but the fact that one is substituted for the other goes to show that the sexual availability of women is ultimately the top priority.
BUT HE DOES LET HAPPY DRIVE HIM WHEN HE’S TAKING PETER HOME, BECAUSE GIVING PETER HIS FULL ATTENTION AFTER DRAGGING HIM INTO THE AIRPORT FIGHT IS MORE IMPORTANT TO TONY THAN FEELING PERSONALLY SAFE
What types of connection are most important to you in relationships (or are they all equal)? I notice I have a strong desire for some combo of brain/gloves/belly before I get my heart and pants involved. And boots connections are ALWAYS welcome 😀