I have learned some things the hard way, and appreciating my body without looking like one of the supermodels was one of those ways I had to learn. It’s unfortunate, but at the same time I hope others can learn from my experience.

Thanks for the compliment! It made my day!

You must be, or were, an english or creative writing major – “Gastronomically” – what a great way to word your thought. Creative and refreshing!

As for your other friend, the smack was well deserved. What guy in their right mind gets caught up in an airbrushed/photoshopped picture when he’s sitting next to a living sculpture… and then compares the two?

Ladies: Yes, these are big deals and no, I’m not so sure men are totally guilty of overreacting. The attraction between a man and a woman exists for a reason; in fact, we’d be in big trouble if that attraction did not exist. I think it’s very hurtful to society when men and women do not respect their sexuality. If we want our sexuality to remain mysterious and valued, we need to value the way we dress.

Here’s what I would ask for:

1) Purity of heart and mind towards the beauty of our femininity;
2) Don’t model or work for businesses that promote erotic pictures or advertisements of any kind;
3) Don’t work in Hooters (or other bars and restaurants that require scantily dressed female employees);
4) Call your friends out on this “small stuff” and remind them that they need to respect their body and dress modestly, leaving much to the imagination!

The first thing that comes to mind is: Why does Hooters need undercover bouncers? Olive Garden doesn’t have undercover bouncers. You yourself said it’s because they are “aware of the dangers”. The dangers of what? Perhaps, the dangers of inviting Lust into their restaurant.

Secondly, you said “Maybe when Hooters first opened it was a bit racy, but now” so I went on their website to see if I was behind the times and see if Hooters had undergone a change. On the homepage, I found subscriptions to Hooters Magazine and Calendar, the Hooters Swimsuit Contest Winners Gallery, and Hooters videos entitled “How Sweet It Is” and “Heat Wave”.

I don’t doubt that these ladies are nice, well-spoken and polite. I also don’t doubt that their dignity as daughters of God would be more supported if they did not work at Hooters.

Granted, a family having dinner at Hooters may not be aware of the backside of the Hooters business. But now since we do know, I do not want to support their business. If Hooters dressed their women more respectfully and ended the sale of their calendar, magazine, and videos, I too could enjoy their wings.

As always, I want to end with a prayer that these waitresses are not harassed, that they find employment in a more dignified environment, and that those who purchase Hooters erotic products will come to a realization of the dignity of women as persons, not objects for pleasure.

Years ago, my brother in law’s sister was being harassed by another patron. Out of nowhere came three large young men, who quietly escorted the patron off the premises. We noticed as we left that the three young men we sitting scattered at the bar, sort of undercover bouncers. So, Hooters is aware of the dangers and is prepared for anyone getting out of hand.

Maybe when Hooters first opened it was a bit racy, but now, it’s just a place that sells the best wings on the planet!

Just my $.02…

Thanks,
Kathryn