For the past 2 weeks I've been doing some orthopedic clinic work at the VA and I've met some very terrific veterans and people in general. I've had the chance to serve the people who so graciously served our country. This experience thus far has been fulfilling, yet frustrating; but there are a few things I've noticed and would like to pass on to the guys...
#1: Health is important. As much as you hate to admit when you hurt or when your sick; and no matter how much you hate to go see the doctor... you need to go! Waiting til you fall apart trying to seek help is not going to help you.... Believe me!
#2: It's okay NOT to be tough ALL the time. For the last 2 weeks I've been helping to give knee injections at the VA ortho clinic and most of the patients are guys. It's funny to see and hear their reactions when its time to bring out the needle. Some tough it out and pretend it doesn't hurt... I'm sorry but any time a needle is stuck thru your skin especially into your knee joint (not very much cushion there)... its gonna hurt...Stop Frontin'!!! Some admit it hurts but says it wasn't too bad, and then there's the ones who are terrified before you even touch them. The termed 'cry babies' that start to sweat or pass out well before you even get your gloves on. It's funny to see them, but its also very cute. Seeing them have no shame in admitting a little vulnerability is in a way... attractive. So I say to all you guys out there... its OKAY to show emotion. In fact, I [we girls] think its cute!
#3: You know how guys always talk about how soft 'their girls' skin is and how they just love to touch/rub it and like the feel of nice smooth skin...well news flash! Smooth skin is not just for women. What?, you think we want to lay beside you and have your crusty feet and skin scratching us up. Sorry boo, but crustiness it just not a good look. And since I've been working with the guys at the VA., I've seen a ton of crusty feet and ashy legs. And don't for a second think that lighter skinned people are excused, b/c I've seen some seriously ashy legs on those of lighter skin. So, my advice to men of ALL colors... STOP BOYCOTTING THE LOTION!!!
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Amen to the lotion!!
Crusty feet is a no go...I for one DO NOT have issues with a brother getting a man pedicure...
tho I am not a fan of the shiny clear nail polish...
just because a man doesn't cry at needles, it doesn't mean he's frontin. it may genninely not hurt him that much. if a man doesn't cry tears, it doesn't mean he doesn't have emotion. we are different and express ourselves in different ways. btw, you didn't tell me you were doin ortho work...that's right up my alley. thanks for being a good friend april...dang
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