Ok people,
What do you think when you see these pictures? How many of you are thinking "I really need to get out there and exercise"? How many of you are thinking "They must really work hard to look like that"?

How many of you are saying "How dare they wear that!!! I am offended!"?
Sounds like a crazy question, huh? Tomorrow I will be 38 years old. I feel like I am in the best shape of my life, and I work VERY hard at it. I recently did a blog on my body as the medium for sculpture and I am very proud of that. In a time where everyone is blogging or Facebooking about losing weight and the need to be healthy, I feel like I am so often penalized for it. Back to my question, how many of you judge these women down for wearing a sports bra to run and not some frumpy t-shirt or sweats?

A few days ago I went to pick my husband up from work to run. He works at the hospital in Perry and I brought him his clothes so we could hit the track at the Sports Complex. Today he tells me that I am not allowed to pick him up in "inappropriate clothing", women in the business office complained to administration! I was wearing what the first pic portrayed, capris and a sports bra...we went to run outdoors in 87 degree weather! At first I was flattered, they are that jealous to take the time to complain. Then I was hurt and offended. Why would they go out of their way to complain? I get the same attitude when I run at the track. Women walk that track with hand-weights wearing baggy t-shirts and long baggy shorts. They pass with a scoff as I run by them. I smile as I pass, but they have already passed judgement. Hello? Everything I read says wear cool clothing that breaths, dri-fit fabrics preferably and to prevent injury WEAR A SPORTS BRA TO RUN! I know I shouldn't care, but it still bothers me. The ironic thing is I was asked to come speak to the hospital's wellness committee to help staff get into shape, and they asked me to donate art for an event!

I used this to vent, but I feel like I needed to. To tie it all in, this week is Vernacular Art. These artists used their art to express themselves, to deal with things. How on earth do so many artists produce works that are sure to offend and yet do it proudly? These artists have critics stand and applaud. Just once, I wish I had critics that would stand and applaud me for my efforts rather than mumble "Hussy" while passing judgement :(

Here's a picture of what I wear when I run, I am holding a 3D Foundations project...