Let's Be Part Of The Two Percent
I was looking to alternate my controversial last post with a funny post, but instead I found the very sad statistic that only two percent of women around the world describe themselves as beautiful.
"From Brazil to the Netherlands to Argentina -- across cultures, ages, ethnicities and race -- women make it clear they believe there is a one-dimensional and narrow, physical definition of beauty. The findings show that the ideas of beauty and physical attractiveness are largely synonymous, and although both are highly valued by society, both are rendered almost impossible to attain."
See the comments button below? Why don't you hit it this morning, and tell us all what is beautiful about you.
"From Brazil to the Netherlands to Argentina -- across cultures, ages, ethnicities and race -- women make it clear they believe there is a one-dimensional and narrow, physical definition of beauty. The findings show that the ideas of beauty and physical attractiveness are largely synonymous, and although both are highly valued by society, both are rendered almost impossible to attain."
See the comments button below? Why don't you hit it this morning, and tell us all what is beautiful about you.
28 Comments:
I'll go.
I have big blue eyes. I smile at people a lot. I have very long legs. My body is soft and curvy. I like my collarbone. I am huggable, but in a sexy way. I am wearing an awesome hot pink shirt. I put on turquoise eyeliner today. I am ready to do some serious flirting. I am confident. I'm a good kisser. I'm a smart and goofy girl. I respect and am inspired by my fellow women. I read books. I vote. I take chances. I make art. And so I'm beautiful.
Your turn!
Mo, you ARE beautiful (on the inside, too). You have gorgeous eyes and a wonderful smile. I love it whenever you post pictures of yourself. What a sad article, and thanks for letting us shoot it down by strutting out phat (pretty hot and tempting) selves.
I love my hair. It is unique and beautiful. I have never once been to a hair stylist who has not said, "Wow, people would kill for your hair"--or asked what amazing kind of dye must I use (I don't). It is long-ish, auburn, and very nicely thick and wavy.
I have great legs. They are short (I'm short), and they are muscular and lean and strong. They have taken me all over this world and helped me see many wonderful things. I like my mouth. I like using it to smile and to kiss my sweetheart. I like that I am strong, inside and out. And that's not something a number on a scale can buy.
Mo, you ARE beautiful (on the inside, too). You have gorgeous eyes and a wonderful smile. I love it whenever you post pictures of yourself. What a sad article, and thanks for letting us shoot it down by strutting out phat (pretty hot and tempting) selves.
I love my hair. It is unique and beautiful. I have never once been to a hair stylist who has not said, "Wow, people would kill for your hair"--or asked what amazing kind of dye must I use (I don't). It is long-ish, auburn, and very nicely thick and wavy.
I have great legs. They are short (I'm short), and they are muscular and lean and strong. They have taken me all over this world and helped me see many wonderful things. I like my mouth. I like using it to smile and to kiss my sweetheart. I like that I am strong, inside and out. And that's not something a number on a scale can buy.
My hair is adorable. It's short and pointy in places and people actually stop me in public places to tell me how cute it is. My arms are strong, my shoulders are defined, and I can carry stacks of books or a sleeping three year old for ages without getting tired. My eyes are lovely, a warm hazel flecked with green. My curves are feminine and soft and invite spooning. My smile is pretty and my toenails are always properly painted.
I can make up songs about most anything and I make an effort to remember details about people I meet. I strive for connections and relish conversations with the very young and the very old. I bake a mean chocolate chip cookie. I nurture. I encourage. I speak out and speak up. I always look on the bright side. I try to remember grace.
And that's what makes me beautiful.
Ok my turn - I need this after this week!
I have beautiful thick, shiny golden blonde hair that often has a mind of its own. I have expressive eyes that give away my every thought and feeling. I have very fair and creamy skin that is unblemished and has no sun damage. I have a beautiful long slender neck, defined collar bones and sexy shoulders. I have soft curves, small feet, and a short little nose.
I laugh easily and often. I read books and the newspaper. I am interested in everything. I alternate between goofy and dead serious in a matter of minutes. I enjoy the simple things in life. I am a girly girl who loves men but takes great pleasure in beating them in sports. I can argue both sides of any argument. I have very strong beliefs and principles - but I respect those who disagree with me. I giggle. I can walk and even run in stilettos. I have been extremely self confident all my life - when I was a size 18 and now that I am a size 8/10 and every size in between. I am extremely happy and love my life! And THAT is why I am beautiful.
Yay! What a great idea. I'll go.
I have beautiful THICK curly hair that everyone always comments on. It's a nice shade of brown with honey and caramel highlights. I have lovely eyes - they are huge (also get comments) with supernaturally long eyelashes. My eyes are light brown with flecks of green and seem to change color with the light or what I'm wearing. I have clear, rosy skin and perfectly shaped lips.
I have small wrists and ankles, and nice calves that look good in a skirt.
I also have nice hands and fingernails.
Go, me!
I have really pretty blue eyes. And really pretty red and curly hair. I have great teeth that are naturally pretty straight and white. I laugh all the time at everything and I make other people laugh too.
I have wide, curvy hips and a soft, kissable belly!
I'm not calling myself 'La Belle" for nuthin' ya know.
And it ain't just physical. When someone asks my aid, I help them or find help for them. I have voted in every single election, national or local, since 1976. I speak up, but with a civil tongue. I look out for kids, all kids. My trash goes into a proper trash can and is not just dropped on the street. I recycle, maybe a little obsessively. I am always polite to busdrivers and sales clerks and counter clerks. I put my money where my mouth is by sending regular good-sized checks to organizations such as U.S.P.I.R.G, The Chesapeake Bay Foundation, and the Capitol Area Food Bank, among others. When I can, I also give my time.
This is great!
The things that make me beautiful are....
My eyes. They're almond shaped, very dark, and speak for me when I don't say a word. I have a thick, healthy head of very curly hair that is the envy of women of all ethnicities (I'm black, BTW). I have a beautiful hourglass figure that is very healthy and strong. I can walk extremely long distances and dance for hours without getting tired. I pay no attention to the latest fashions because I have my own style. I'm often oblivious of my looks and focus on being my smart, kind, witty self. I don't judge ANYONE, and can love unconditionally.
I have beautiful, naturally straight teeth (no braces for me!), which are also naturally white (according to my hygenist), and are supported by strong, healthy pink gums and a stable jawbone. I've spent the past few years fighting to save my smile from the damage done by periodontal disease, and last week my dentist confirmed I've pretty much won the war! My smile is downright gorgeous! Also, my feet are pretty, and are regularly pedicured.
This is a great way to start a week!
All of you are beautiful!!
I have beautiful blue eyes,fabulous shoulders and some darn cute toes! People tell me I'm easy to talk to and a good listener.
I *love* this. I am not "beautiful" because I'm a boy. But it is very nice to read everyone feeling good about themselves. :)
Oh! And I wanted to tell you guys to check out http://www.wehavebrains.com/ because the topic this week is...BODY IMAGE!
I've never commented on your blog before, but this is irresistable...hmm, where to start? I have very beautiful hands, with long, slender fingers and nice wrists. I have very wavy, lovely hair, large, expressive gray eyes, and a very curvy figure. I'm also extremely strong for my size and can move large pieces of furniture by myself. I make people laugh. I've helped a lot of people in need of a little rescuing. I'm a good cook and a good friend. Oh, and I have a great smile. When I look at my friends, I see them as beautiful, all in their own ways, and I wonder why they can't see it for themselves, it's so clear to me. But I also think we're trained all our lives to put ourselves down--envy can be much more socially acceptable than self-admiration--and it's so hard to believe in our own beauty.
So thanks for asking, Mo!
Excellent idea! I have luscious lips, seductive eyes, and a laugh that's infectious.
oh, if my looks don't reel you in, my intelligence and creativity will.
This is a long time after the original post, but since I need to remind myself -- I have long dark eyelashes, hazel eyes with green and gold in them, and eyebrows with a skeptical quirk. My legs are long and strong. I'm cuddly yet aerodynamic, and I look great in red.
I'm beautiful. I have huge brown eyes, and a pale smooth complexion because I wear sunscreen every day, even in the winter. I have long muscular legs, and extremely full lips. I'm happy with my weight and my subtle curves. I try to be nice to everyone I meet, and I smile at strangers naturally. I love reading, writing, and getting upset about politics, but I hate Wal-Mart (go to walmart-blows.com to find out why.) I love Jesus, and my grandparents. I love vintage clothing and shoes, and old smelly books. I'm not a 90 pound model, but I have a great smile. And that's why I'm beautiful.
My beauty is the of the Amazon kind. My hair as long as the rhine river and blond and sought after as it's gold. My skin is pale white like the snow of bitter winters kiss. My dance calls to spirits of men to go astray, to rocky shores, and peril. My manners may be in question, but never my beauty and grace. My eyes are in rings of color from the deepest brown to the lightest grey and always alert. Every part of me is perfect, just the way the gods cast me out of ivory and gold. I am here to set right the image of woman from defenseless to competitive, from worry to action. Women are beautiful everywhere, because the promises of this world are little more than vague phantoms reliance in ones self and to become something of value and is the best and safest course.
My beauty is the of the Amazon kind. My hair as long as the rhine river and blond and sought after as it's gold. My skin is pale white like the snow of bitter winters kiss. My dance calls to spirits of men to go astray, to rocky shores, and peril. My manners may be in question, but never my beauty and grace. My eyes are in rings of color from the deepest brown to the lightest grey and always alert. Every part of me is perfect, just the way the gods cast me out of ivory and gold. I am here to set right the image of woman from defenseless to competitive, from worry to action. Women are beautiful everywhere, because the promises of this world are little more than vague phantoms, and that reliance in ones self and to become something of value and is the best and safest course.
http://roxannebellydance.com/
My beauty is the of the Amazon kind. My hair as long as the rhine river and blond and sought after as it's gold. My skin is pale white like the snow of bitter winters kiss. My dance calls to spirits of men to go astray, to rocky shores, and peril. My manners may be in question, but never my beauty and grace. My eyes are in rings of color from the deepest brown to the lightest grey and always alert. Every part of me is perfect, just the way the gods cast me out of ivory and gold. I am here to set right the image of woman from defenseless to competitive, from worry to action. Women are beautiful everywhere, because the promises of this world are little more than vague phantoms reliance in ones self and to become something of value and is the best and safest course.
My beauty is the of the Amazon kind. My hair as long as the rhine river and blond and sought after as it's gold. My skin is pale white like the snow of bitter winters kiss. My dance calls to spirits of men to go astray, to rocky shores, and peril. My manners may be in question, but never my beauty and grace. My eyes are in rings of color from the deepest brown to the lightest grey and always alert. Every part of me is perfect, just the way the gods cast me out of ivory and gold. I am here to set right the image of woman from defenseless to competitive, from worry to action. Women are beautiful everywhere, because the promises of this world are little more than vague phantoms, and that reliance in ones self and to become something of value and is the best and safest course.
http://roxannebellydance.com/
My beauty is the of the Amazon kind. My hair as long as the rhine river and blond and sought after as it's gold. My skin is pale white like the snow of bitter winters kiss. My dance calls to spirits of men to go astray, to rocky shores, and peril. My manners may be in question, but never my beauty and grace. My eyes are in rings of color from the deepest brown to the lightest grey and always alert. Every part of me is perfect, just the way the gods cast me out of ivory and gold. I am here to set right the image of woman from defenseless to competitive, from worry to action. Women are beautiful everywhere, because the promises of this world are little more than vague phantoms reliance in ones self and to become something of value and is the best and safest course.
This is so cool...here goes...
I'm beautiful because I love unconditionally. I'm beautiful because I'm not judgemental. I'm beautiful because I believe in faith, hope & love.
I have long hair down to the middle of my back. It's dark brown and although most people have said mean things about it, I've learned to love it. I'm mixed, BTW. I have expressive brown eyes & fair, creamy skin. I have small breasts that are barely a handful. I have beautiful curves & a well-shaped figure. I'm witty, open-minded, and fun-loving. I'm very imaginative & creative. I'm petite and people say I'm cute.
Neat site!! Here goes...
I'm cute & petite. I have nice curves & nice full lips. I have nice, toned legs. I am always complimented on my pretty hazel green eyes. I have long, curly, brown hair with honey caramel highlights down to my waist. I have a good heart and love to make people smile. I am smart & independant. I love all music & poetry. I have lots of friends. My friends tell me that I innocently flirt, meaning without realizing it I am doing it. Family always comes first for me. I have a great sense of fashion & like to be different in a positive way. I like to help others any way I can. For this I am beautiful!
Everyone here is Beautiful!! Luv this site!!
Neat site!! Here goes...
I am cute & petite. I have nice, toned legs and great full lips. I have long, curly, brown hair with honey caramel highlights down to my waist. I have cute curves. I am always complimented on my big, hazel green eyes. I have a good heart and love to make people smile. Family always comes first. I love all music & poetry. I love romance. I have lots of friends. My friends tell me that I am an innocent flirt, meaning I flirt without even realizing it. I have a great sense of fashion & like to be different in a positive way. I am outgoing and adventurous. My son & daughter are my LIFE!!
Love this site!! Everyone here is Beautiful!!
I am proud to say that I am part of the 2 percent of the world who think they're beautiful. I have short blonde hair that blinds people when light hits it and it's the thickest hair in the world, I'm tall and have killer legs (If I do say so myself) I stand tall, back straight, I have breast that are on the large side, along with hips, and I have blue-Green-grey eyes that change color with my mood, I'm smart, funny, I love to act, and I'm a healthy weight because I spend my free time swimming/and Ukrainian dancing. I give confidence to my friends when they need it, I'm overly silly and today I finally, after 6 months of trying, and I finally hit the bull’s-eye when I was practicing archery. If that’s not what beauty is, then I must be blind (Which I’m not).
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