CHILD OF THE UNIVERSE; quotes

3; Because...

This is NOT my piece of writing.

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Because when I was 13 years old, I was sent home for my tank tops straps being a little too thin, but a boy could wear a "Cool Story Babe, Go Make Me A Sandwich" shirt and not be looked at twice.

Because when I was 17 I told a boy no and the next day the word "tease" was on my locker. Because when I was 18 I just wanted to be friends, I was a bitch.

Because I feel the need to say "I have a boyfriend" instead of "no" because guys respect other men more then they will ever respect me.

Because society screams "don't get raped" instead of "don't rape". Because I'm scared to walk alone at 10pm.

Because being beautiful is the most important thing I'll ever do.

Because when I'm wearing my favourite skirt "I'm asking for it".

Because the song blurred lines exist.

Because no means no, no matter how you fucking spin it.

Because a girl was drugged and raped with a beer bottle, and the boys that did it are out on bail.

Because I owe you nothing.

Because pepper spray is a gift I receive yearly.

Because I'm asked if I have a boyfriend more then I'm asked how my mental health is.

Because my clothes say more about my consent more then my mouth does.

Because the wag gap exists.

Because "not all men are like that" is said way too often.

ENOUGH ARE.

Because I feel the need to say "I'm not a feminist, but..."

Because I'm writing this fucking piece.