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I never thought myself to be one who was really big on the way girls should be treated. But, apparently I am. In coming across a situation tonight, I came to this realization.

You know. The word "sexy" is not a compliment. It's cheap. And shallow. And tasteless. And I pity the girl that feels flattered after hearing that being said to her. Anyone that has any sort of self respect should not accept someone telling them they're sexy. This is outside any sort of maritial relationship, or relationship at all really. I'd rather not drown myself with details, but the fact of the matter is, how do girls think that's ok? To allow a guy to call them sexy and feel good about themself? It just reeks of cheapness. What a sad thing for a girl to long to be called sexy instead of being told she's adored. Beautiful. Loved. Pretty. Whatever!

I'm not really the mushy type, nor does my self confidence rely on such compliments, but I will demand respect in the way that I am being talked to. As should other girls too. I just feel so much for girls that lack a sense of self-worth. Do they know Who they are loved by? We are daughters of the King and are adored by Him in every sense of the word. Can you call that sexy?

Maybe I've been spoiled by my good relationships. Who knows. But I know now to expect nothing less.

And aside from that. What happened to LOVING PEOPLE SIMPLY BECAUSE THEY EXIST? Not because you get some rise out of their physical appearance. But simply, because they exist. Because we try to follow true to the teachings of Jesus, and He loves us all not because of anything physical, but because there is One greater who loves us more than I can even begin to fathom or imagine. Who knows us inside out, the number of hairs on our head, our inner most disgusting thoughts. And HE, this perfect, holy being, thinks WE are even more beautiful. Such undeserved love that bestowed upon us daily is worthy of giving back in return. We are holy people. And because of this, I will do my best to show that kind of love to others. A love that is pure, holy, sincere, and uncompromising like my Father's. And I, being made in the image of this Pefect Being, will as well as demand the highest quality in return. I suck at it sometimes...a lot-times, but I will do my best to look at someone and know that they are loved by the KING.


Think about it. It's blowing my mind.