So we (Bryan, Zippy and I) were sitting on the couch watching the news. A story about the Dove Sketch Ad came on and I said, "Good. That is so true. I just see myself as fat and ugly." Bryan of course bristled at this and couldn't believe what I was saying. (He usually gets mad when I criticize myself. Yes I know he's wonderful) I immediately realized that what I was saying wasn't just determinable to me, but to Zippy. She does not need me buying into the stupid societal view of beauty, and the idea that only beauty gives you worth. I was so ashamed of myself at that moment and am trying to be a better mom by realizing and voicing that my value comes from more than just a pretty face. Cause I'm the conductor of my awesome train.
Oh and here's a great article that talks about the Dove campaign in terms of diversity, societal expectations, and the other issues with the campaign. http://jazzylittledrops.tumblr.com/post/48118645174/why-doves-real-beauty-sketches-video-makes-me
Oh and here is her blog which is pretty cool: http://jazzseeksjustice.tumblr.com/
and here's just a bad ass site for parents: http://www.amightygirl.com/
Thanks for letting me vent.
-Amanda
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