Library Date

21. I just had a very good friend, who I incredibly respect, tell me that she has read my blog and had a little input about a topic that I love to ridicule, heh. Make-up. If you all remember, it is something I implore. However, for once, this young beautiful lady brought up an incredible point that I honestly must say I haven't considered. My argument (in case you forgot) was that make-up just hides the beautiful features that we have been endowed with at creation, and takes the focus off of the inner self and onto the outer body. My friend discussed with me the alternative to that. People who don't wear make-up (not all of them, mind you) may do so just because they don't take care of themselves, or take the time to show people that they matter to themselves. There may be some out there who don't wear make-up or do their hair because they are just lazy, not because they are embracing the natural beauty of the woman. I still believe make-up in excess, is what out of hand and that it is not needed as much as consumers today use it. However, I guess I can see now that make-up in a minimal way, or as a way to highlight certain features, is a good thing to have. " However, make-up, if used correctly, is a way to highlight your natural beauty (for example, eye-liner can act more like a picture frame for your eyes which ought to be the main focus of your face) and show that you take time to present yourself in a way that shows respect." I absolutely love this very close friend of mine and totally appreciate that she took the time to help me understand this. So now, I must rephrase my final stance on the make-up policy. Too much make-up, or slathering it on your face to cover up what should be shown, is unacceptable (I still hate it when it gets on my clothes). However, a girl who takes the time to show that she cares for herself and wants to present herself in a pleasing and respectable manner to those she cares about, is perfect. This is what women should be embracing and I'm glad I see it through the eyes of one such woman who cares.