Sometimes I find myself almost panicking about the media's narrow and twisted portrayals of young women, the sexualization of girls and the backlash against women that it all represents.
I caught up with a precious friend from high school on the weekend and spent a number of moments panicking about it again. Chris assured me I would work it out.
Another dear friend Maree sent me this link today. I'm comforted, reassured and inspired by this. There are more of us than a tiddly wee few who want sharper awareness, change and guts shown by and for women.
A heartfelt and very strong poem performed by Kate Wilson:
WOW, that was great!!!!
Posted by: Debbie | September 10, 2010 at 03:43 AM
Thanks Deb, It's marvelous to see, for sure.
Posted by: Alison | September 10, 2010 at 08:33 AM
Right On. I feel the same sense of outrage. We've come a long way? Really? Not based on how successful Victoria Secret continues to be. Not based on the even more pervasive use of sexualized female imagery in the media.
Posted by: phd in yogurtry | September 25, 2010 at 05:22 PM
I still think Marilyn Monroe had it better than young women these days and God knows that's saying a lot.
Posted by: Alison | September 25, 2010 at 08:45 PM
A great poem and wonderful sentiments.
I am also involved in doing artwork which portrays women other than the way the media does. I paint women of all sizes and shapes with the intention of helping us all see the beauty in each and every woman. I would welcome you to my website and blog to discover more. www.susansinger.com, www.susansingerart.blogspot.com
Posted by: Susan Singer | September 30, 2010 at 06:35 AM
Right on the spot! She pointed all flaws a woman may/have encounter. But honestly, no one can stop this madness. It will only intensify. Or maybe one person can change the world with a POEM. Great work Kate!
Posted by: Scott Challen | July 27, 2011 at 11:13 AM