VITILIGO AND HONESTY HOUR


I ran across the bottom left picture a while ago on Tumblr, and I was stunned. What a fucking gorgeous lady, y'know? My second thought after "what a gorgeous lady" was "why isn't vitiligo shown more often in body positive and fashion photos?". I don't know what it is about the pigmentation that draws me in... I can only assume that its for the same reason I'm drawn towards tattoos: I'm fanatical about body design. And isn't this the most lovely unique kind of body design there is? Paula AnDDrade also took one of these photos and her work is beautiful as well.

Today I want to just throw all my words in the air and walk away because I keep waiting for the perfect, powerful post and it never fucking shows up in an organized form. I have important things to say, but no words to say them so today... the mundane prevails.

My sketchbook is completely empty. The first drawing is always the hardest. I made cigarette girl boxes with a friend yesterday so that we can busk around 4th avenue Saturday night dressed to the "pin-up nines" and sell Sexy Lady Bookworms cards. I started taking burlesque and belly dancing classes. They kick my comfort zone's ass. I find myself avoiding looking in the mirror, and acting shy... which weirds me out all on its own. It makes sense though, since you're unleashing hidden energy when you move and you're expecting your body to know how to do something new in a public setting... watching it fail while trying to love it. It's fucking hard. So I'm going to keep going until I enjoy it goddamnit.  I'm REALLY geeking out about Dexter right now. Like, antsy all day Sunday kind of geeking out. Why, Dexter, why? Why must you leave so many loose ends? A friend and I are working on a "Pants Off Poetry" event where everyone reads poetry in undies. I really want to read "10 Honest Thoughts on Being Loved by a Skinny Boy" but I need to email Rachel Wiley first. All I want is a sexy pair of black undies with a giant red heart on the back. And maybe a corset. Yeah, probably a corset too. I'm also working on a Denim Day art show fundraiser, Body Image(s) gallery opening, The Body Love Workshop details, writing a submission for Bitch magazine, finally replying to xoJane, finishing two scholarship applications for school, writing our holiday newsletter (I'm running out of time!), starting a painting (I. Need. Art. Therapy.), maintaining a relationship, attending dance classes and working full time. Whew. But somehow I'm bored today... like, disenchanted with the world bored. Maybe all I need is a day with only my Him and our three stinky kitties. Maybe their company will rejuvenate my energy. Here's to hoping.

These are all irrelevant and disjointed, but I just needed to say them aloud and be real with myself.

Will you be real with me?

Will you just write the random thoughts that are running through your mind? Tell me what you're up to? Tell me what you're looking forward to, or what you're dreading?

I could really use a check in... I want to know how you are:)

xoxoxox

23 comments

  1. i had a friend growing up who had vitiligo. she always wore long sleeves because she felt so self conscious. we lost touch when she moved away. she recently friended me on facebook. i was thrilled to see pictures of her in sundresses and bathing suits, looking amazing.

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    1. GOD, good for her. I wonder if she realizes how inspirational that small act is...

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  2. Hurray for burlesque and belly dance classes! Both are so wonderful, but I really found my niche in bellydance. Bellydancing was the first time I realized it's ok to be sexy. It also pushed me mentally and physically more than I thought possible. (Cliche, I know- but it's true!)

    Thanks for sharing the photos above. The model is stunning, and I have to agree there's something quite entrancing about skin patterns.

    My random thoughts? OMG I made it through another semester. I want to bake stuff. Where the hell are my tree decorations?! My tree looks stupid Damn my cat is cute. :)

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  3. LOVE this post! Gorgeous pictures, they are like a walking piece of art. Gorgeous!

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  4. Absolutely beautiful women! I always feel awkward when I stare, but I'm absolutely fascinated. I think they're gorgeous.

    And I love random thoughts! I feel the exact same way when I can't get the words down and I start writing jibberish and I can't even post it 'cause it makes me so frustrated.

    But what's been on my mind is wedding planning. I'm done with school for the semester and so I have to get into severe planning mode before the next semester starts! GAH. I'm looking forward to it and COMPLETELY dreading it at the same time. You lose the momentum of wedding planning fast and it's been gone for a looooooong time.

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  5. All of these ladies look gorgeous. And you know what, I love the way their skin looks. Stunning!

    -Sabrina
    http://thelittleowlshop.blogspot.com

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  6. Gosh those are beautiful images of some beautiful women. I totally agree, more body positive images of vitiligo are needed in the world!

    What's running through my mind: I need to get my writing mojo back somehow. My blog is dry as a desert bed - I've just not been feeling it - and similar with my writing for my thesis. Here's hoping I'll find some inspiration soon!

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    1. Pictures. Pictures or other peoples pictures. When I find myself there, I find inspiration in others:) Good luck!

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  7. Absolutely beautiful pictures.

    The things on my mind this morning are that I lack focus, I need another cup of tea, some people really need to learn how to stop and smile, I need to reevaluate some things and people in my life, what shoes should I wear to the husbands office christmas party and that I really hope the husband and I don't kill each other while he's off for two weeks.

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  8. I've been bellydancing on and off since fifth grade. It took me like two moths to get down just the very basic moves and it felt so awesome, so don't get discouraged! You'll be a pro in no time ;)

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  9. My aunt has vitiligo, it actually runs in our family. It is pretty common with mixed race families, and myself, my sister and cousins all have a touch of it too. That woman is gorgeous, and I agree it isn't portrayed enough in photography. I love your Pants Off Poetry idea, and your poem choice.

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  10. ive totally had a crush on that gal from sg for a while now. :)

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  11. Beautiful photos - wow!

    To be honest my random thoughts are mainly contained to how sad I feel about the Connecticut shootings. Like, consumed by heartbreak for the families.

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  12. Those photos are amazing. I'm thinking about how after tomorrow my work week starts again, and I feel like I just can't do it. That's how I feel every Sunday, and somehow I make it through. Every time though, I swear there is no way I'll survive it. I need a new job. Or I need to write a book. Or work on my writing first....then write a book. Also, I think I'm going to watch Labyrinth right now. It's snowing like crazy outside, it's 1 in the morning, and Labyrinth right now makes sense.

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    1. I LOVE THIS. Thanks for sharing your stream of conciousness. Labyrinth always makes sense:)

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  13. Beautiful pictures! So powerful.

    I'm excited for Dexter too! Last episode was full of so many !!!! and the preview was EVEN MORE !!!! I almost said Sunday you can't come fast enough and then realized it's Sunday! HOORAY!

    My thoughts often work like this post. Full of different thoughts, not always working together in a way where I can compose a perfectly formed post. This week has been full of thinky thoughts about ASL & Deaf culture and WHAT to get my family for Christmas and how it's so soon. Eeek! Also Buffy. I've been watching the show (third season now) everyday lately.

    Hope you have a great Sunday!

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    1. People always tell me me to give Buffy a chance.

      Resistance!

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    2. I've actually resisted Buffy for years and years. Mostly because I disliked (and still do) Sarah Gellar (the one who plays Buffy). But once you get past that, it's SOOOOOO good.

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  14. OMG, Appaloosa women!!! So beautiful! The world needs more positive images of appaloosa people.

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