The hair,
The body,
The skin tone.
They all have to be perfect.
We’re looking for a bride.
One who’s beautiful.
What do we mean by beautiful?
We mean one with fair skin and straight hair.
It’s as if we’re picking out a doll.
I don’t know who set those standards,
And why we’re made to follow them.
I’m not really that beautiful according to people’s standards.
But I get grossed out whenever I hear people commenting about the appearance of a girl whom they deem unattractive.
We have to change this.
I’m starting with myself.
I tell my daughter that all skin tones and hair types are beautiful.