........short poetry, short stories, short quotes and such.

Friday, February 13, 2009

Something Blue





My blue and gold elephant is a reminder of female strength and love. Elephants are majestic. They are powerful, capable of removing great obstacles. They are devoted to family and friends. They protect those they love. As far as I am concerned, these are the characteristics of real women. Real women (as opposed to plastic, foofy goofs) are resolute, yet forgiving, an intimidating presence, but not pretentious. Real women take no prisoners if unjustly provoked. What they long for, though, is peace.

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5 comments:

SweetPeaSurry said...

I tend to be a woman that's strong and opinionated. I work hard and can't stand the fluff. Don't get me wrong, I like the gossip, I like having my hair and nails done. I AM a girl after all!!!

Usually though, if I opine in public, I'm riduculed as a beyoch or a harpy. Le plus meme chose.

SUSAN SONNEN said...

Surry, when I was younger I would keep my strong feelings to myself until pushed to the limit. Then people would stand open-mouthed at my loosened fury. They couldn't believe that beneath my mild mannered exterior lay a fighter. :)

Dave King said...

Yup, I'd agree with all that!

My name is Andy. said...

I like the elephants! Great post.

SUSAN SONNEN said...

Dave...I like a man who likes a strong woman!

Andy...thank you. :)