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The Sexy Side of Stretch Marks
Motherhood Is Beautiful!
By Erin Huffstetler
What is sexy? Ask most people to define sexy, and stretch marks are not likely to make the list. Yet, stretch marks may just be the ultimate in sexy, topping the list over long legs, a flat stomach or a killer "come hither" gaze.
The problem is that over the years sexy has become equated with perfection, and we, as a society, have lost sight of what it is to be sexy. The perfect blemish-free bodies that we see in advertisements and on television are but one interpretation of the word – an interpretation that is driven by a desire to sell product. The spokesmodels featured in commercials deliver a very clear message: "Purchase our product, and you can have a perfect body like ours." Whether the commercial is selling hair color, cosmetics or the latest miracle cream, the goal is the same: to leave women feeling unsatisfied with their bodies, so that they will run out to purchase more product.
Yet, as much as they want you to believe in the power of their wares, no company can sell sexy. It's not something that can be found in a bottle or tube, and it has little to do with having the perfect body. Women are proving this everyday. There are plenty of mothers, and wives, who lead busy lives in less-than-perfect bodies and still manage to be undeniably sexy. These are the women who truly define sexy.
Study these women for any length of time, and you will find that they all have one thing in common: They are not afraid to live. While other women are busy worrying about their bodies, these women are out trying new things, seeking adventure and making the most of every day. These women have their own brand of sexy that has nothing to do with beauty and everything to do with living. If life should leave a mark on their bodies then so be it; these women realize that a blemish is a small price to pay for the chance to experience life.
