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fem-lit · 3 months

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Ads aimed at men succeed by flattering their self-image, while ads for these ritual products work, as do ads aimed at women in general, by making women feel as guilty as possible: The sole moral responsibility for her aging or shape, she is told, rests in the woman’s hands.

“Even the most innocent expressions—including squinting, blinking and smiling—take a toll” (Clarins). “Since 1956, there’s been no excuse for dry skin” (Revlon). “Do you laugh, cry, frown, worry, speak?” (Clarins). “Isn’t it obvious what you should do for your skin now?” (Terme di Saturnia). “Stop damaging your skin” (Elizabeth Arden). “A better bust is up to you” (Clarins). “Take control of your contours” (Clarins).

— Naomi Wolf (1990) The Beauty Myth

#the ad examples are so infuriating #women aren’t allowed to be human without criticism #consumer pressure #naomi wolf #the beauty myth #radfem #radical feminism #radblr

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foundthethief · 3 years

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Early Morning Cuddles

(Modern AU because i love them)

It was around 3 am, way too early to be awake in Raiden’s opinion. How Lucien does it, he has no idea. But alas, there he was, sitting on the worn leather couch, arm wrapped around a shaking Arden, rubbing soothing circles on their arm.

“Jesus, Ar, you’re fuckin’ freezing.. Let me go get a blanket.” He didn’t wait for a response and started standing up from the couch. Arden quickly grabbed his arm, stopping him from moving any further away.

“Wait! I.. I mean, please stay… I don’t.. I don’t want to be alone..” Their voice was barely above a whisper, which was saying a lot, as they’re already soft spoken as it is. Raiden’s lips formed into a small frown, but nodded and sat back down next to them.

“Sorry.. I just.. I guess the nightmare really got to me..”

“You’re alright, Ar.. I’m here now. Do you wanna talk about it…?” They swiftly shook their head.

“Not..” They sighed. “Not right now..?” He nodded, a simple ‘ok’ leaving his lips.

The two sat in silence for a time. Raiden was wracking his brain for anything he could do to help. Lucien knew more about this stuff than he did. But he couldn’t wake them up because they had a big time meeting tomorrow, or later today, technically. His brows furrowed, trying to think of something, anything to help.

“You’re going to blow a fuse if you keep thinking that hard.”

Raiden startled, “What?” Arden snickers quietly. He rolled his eyes, “Yes, ha ha, very funny, sweetheart.”

Arden completely ignored his comment, “Can I see your hand?” They smiled at him when he gave them a strange look. “Sure..?”

Raiden lifted his hand up for Arden to see, still skeptical. Then, they brought their hand up to his, putting them flat against each other, his hand was much larger than theirs, his fingers being nearly twice as big. Arden stared at the paired hands, before intertwining his fingers with theirs.

A small smile graced his lips. It was moments like these that made him remember why he moved to Novus City. For his two lovers, for better opportunities, for…

“Your hands are so big. It’s really funny, I don’t think Luci’s hands are even this big.”

….

Not to be made fun of for his hands.

He scoffed playfully, “Rude!” Then he grinned at them, “Know what else is big?” He wiggled his eyebrows at them.

“No, what?” They paused, “wait-” Their eyes widened and they lightly smacked his chest, squeaking quietly, “Rai, that’s gross!”

“That’s it! C’mere!” His hands went to pinch Arden’s side. They squealed, jumping up from the couch, and sprinting across the dark vinyl wood floor. They nearly slipped and ran into one of the walls of the small apartment.

The two of them ran around the couch a few times, before Raiden hopped over the couch and intercepted them.

Arden wasn’t expecting that, naturally, so they didn’t have enough time to stop themself. Raiden’s small lover crashed right into him, knocking them both down with a loud THUD! Arden immediately began to panic

“Oh my gods, are you okay? I’m sorry, I didn’t mean-” Raiden cut them off with a quick kiss on the lips. He wrapped his arms around their waist, leaned close to their ear and, with a triumphant smirk, whispered..

“I win.”

“I heard a loud thud, what are you two doing up this early..” A deep groggy voice startled the pair.

“Luci! Shit, we didn’t mean to wake you up..” Raiden started as he let go of Arden’s waist so they both could stand up. Arden continued for Raiden

“It was my fault, I had a nightmare and Rai was trying to cheer me up and we got a little loud.. Sorry.”

Lucien gave a small, tired smile, walking over to them, and kissing the pair on their lips softly. Arden’s eyes close and they smile. Raiden smirked, “Isn’t it a bit too early for that?”

“Raiden.” Lucien warned, playfully, shaking their head softly. They stepped back, “Alright, loves, you still have a little time before your work. Why don’t you both go lay down.”

Raiden nods hastily while Arden yawns, and they head to their shared bedroom.

All in all, Raiden might just be a morning person if he gets to wake up next to Lucien and Arden every morning..

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#lil thing for errant kingdom #errant kingdom #soft #hurt/comfort #writing #an actual oneshot wow #raiden #lucien #arden saturnia

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