12/04/2009.. Friday, making my daily commute to work, I noticed one of the billboards up in Woods Cross promoting breast augmentation. One of the many companies who do so. The billboards says "Breast Augmentation... Be envied by your neighborhood" or something to that effect. Followed by a picture of a bunch of babies looking upward, with an expression on their face like they just found a gold mine of milk. Babies love big boobs, I guess.
Here is the thing that bothers me. "be envied by your neighborhood" (lets just say that this is the slogan, because its pretty damn close to this)... First off, I am a person of smaller cha cha's and I don't envy woman with big boobs. I sorta feel bad for them, if you want me to be honest. What the hell do you do with those things? I would think that for any physical activity, and not the kind that you sexual animals are thinking of (dirty dawgs), but any sport activity, I would think you have to spend a couple extra minutes preparing those things for whatever you plan to do. But, like I said, I dont have big cha cha's so i wouldn't know. However, there once was a time when i did, and it was back in Jr high.( I think all my baby fat went north or something.) Anyway, I remember having to wear two bras. It was the only way to keep them close to my body so they wouldn't move all over the place. Hard work though. Too much work for me! And you can't slack on something like this! I have seen ladies who have, and sometimes it looks like two pigs fighting under a blanket while they are out there running around. Its not pretty, take my word for it.
Anyway, back to what I was saying... "Be envied by your neighborhood", I dont know about you, but my neighborhood is full of men and older women. I highly doubt any of the men would be envious, even though I'm sure they wouldnt mind the view, and older women who have been through the life of bigger boobs already know what your future holds with those things, and I'm sure its nothing to look forward to.
Here is what this slogan says to me "Have big boobs and everyone will like you". Umm.. not true! I know alot of girls that went and got boobs jobs and I still dont like them :) ha ha.. ok ok, I'm kidding. But there is no envy whatsoever.
Now, we can keep the slogan.. but its the picture that sets the visual of what they are talking about. Babies+ big boobs= Food forever and happy babies! right?
Lets switch the visual to see if it connects to alot more women... How about a bunch of women, running for the finish line, the ones with bigger boobs further back struggling (boobs flying all over the place, hunched over, out of breath) and then the smaller chested women up ahead running with ease and perfect form, head up, shoulders back, enjoying the scenery.
Yes, I like this one a lot better. Why is it when a company whats to promote breast augmentation they opt for the augmentation for bigger breasts? I dont get it. There is another kind of augmentation that reduces the size.. why don't we see any promoting for that sort of thing? there might be alot more women who can reflect on that situation.
Not everyone wants to look like Pam Anderson, not anymore at least because she looks awful!You have the type of women who feel sexy and confident through their workouts and being physically fit, you have the other type who feel confident because they are gorgeous, stylish, and have sexy bodies without much work. Why do companies promote to the second type, which is for the "looks", not the well-being?
Dear advertising agencies, please keep putting up dumb billboards so I have opinions to think about on my way to work and to post on my blog. Your work is appreciated!
About Me
Wife to Davis Gentry and mother of two golden retreivers, Abigail and Marsden. I like to consider myself a soccer player, however, I haven't played in the last couple months. Hopefully that will change sometime soon. I am far from being a prissy girl, which is one of the reasons my husband loves me so much. I am a family oriented person. I have two nieces, who I hope look up to me someday when they have grown. Besides my dogs, they are my pride and joy. I am not appart of any religion, but have faith in a higher power. I am a girl who jumps with both feet when it comes to making decisions. I also say "Oopsie" alot, which happens when you are a person who jumps with both feet. I am actually glad to be this type of person. It works for me and has made me who I am today. I am a person who believes that everything happens for a reason, so I try not to question why things happen in my life, obviously there is a reason and if I stay positive, the outcome will be good. "Sometimes not getting what you want can be a wonderful stroke of Luck!"
Abigail Louise
I love when my girl smiles! It could brighten anyones day!
Marsden Sterling
Marsden is the newest member of our family. We adopted him from another wonderful family from Logan. He is about 7 months old and one HUGE puppy! It only took a week for him to get used to his new routine {kennels, naptime, bedtime}. He has such an amazing personality. Mischieveously cleaver is what I like to call it. He could play all day with tennis balls. And when it finally come to that time of night, when he needs to settle down, finding a new hiding place for his toys is always a struggle! He is a hunting dog, thats for sure. He can find anything with his nose, anything such as.. his toys that we are attempting to hide. He has been a great addition to our family. He loves the outdoors and is a water/snow freak! Just like Abigail! It was uncomfortable for Abby for the first couple of week, learning that her space was going to be shared with another dog. But, now.. its a whole different story, she has a buddy who she teases, tackles, and wrestles all day long. They both cuddle all the time and it the most precious thing you have seen. We love our kids dearly!
