I came across a new slang word I had to look up: lookism. It means construction of a standard for beauty and attractiveness, and judgments made about people on the basis of how well or poorly they meet the standard. It is a newer word for discriminates against both "beautiful" and "ugly" people, as it is prejudice against a person for the way they look, positively and negatively, based solely on their physical appearance and gender expectations This has been around for a long time under the guise of cultural beauty (standards) or stereotypes.

The traditional Korean beauty standard: fair white bright skin, V-line slim and small face, short chin, skinny body and ant waist, double eyelids, and youthful long hair.

South Korea is still the Number 1 country for plastic surgery. The gift most asked-for by high school senior women is some form of plastic surgery.

There are many actors and actresses who age well to handsome, mature, fit and attractive physical appearances. Oh Hyun Kyung is an example. Some of it is genetics, natural beauty. of course, there are so many K-beauty products promoted to make that happen.

Then there are actresses who seem to never age. They are called “Korean vampires.” Topping the list is Jang Nara who at 41 can still play a college student.

Others mention Song Hye Kyo, Park Min Young, Jeon Ji Hyun, Song Ji Hyo, Han Ji Min, Park Bo Young and Kim Tae Hee in the vampire class photo.

Do you think that is a fair assessment? Do you think it gives these actresses an advantage in project offers or career longevity?

1st April - have to create the twitter account - I won't

When the heart is up - not gonna do this n that on this specific date and day. Its such too much foolish approach. Have to fly freely - being more reckless and careless. not the carefree.

Rest is as same as ever - Inflation is the king and

funny action is taking place in Sri Lanka and Pak. Never ever any boring day in human kingdom.

Happy weekend Beanies and keep Beaning On!

Also, happy April Fools Day! I have heard many stories today that are simply too good to be true, so I am reserving judgement until tomorrow to be safe.😄 However, I am grateful to either the bearers of good news or the prankers that made me smile today. We could always use more laughter.

I have been ill all week with little appetite and difficulties to take more than a couple bites of my meals. Similar symptoms have been coming and going all month, so I have scheduled an appointment with my physician next week to draw some blood and discuss things. Many possible causes could have contributed, but stress turns out to be the biggest one. I told my therapist, who is also a physician, about my physical ailments and how they had been affecting my mental health this week. Other topics that I did not know were bothering me came up as well, and my therapist immediately linked body and mind together.

I am feeling and eating a lot better since some of that weight has been lifted, and keeping my fingers crossed that a full recovery will soon follow.💪🏻

Happy Friday, Beanies! Winter decided to show up when Spring is already due, so instead of going through with my plan of heading to the hills for the weekend, I'm staying in. I guess I'll risk exposing my laptop to the plague just to catch up with Grid (found first 3 episodes pretty good), and Pachinko, if I can find it. The rest of thr time, I'll dedicate to dodging 25 21 and ABP spoilers 😄 Kdrama fomo has been no joke, Netflix, oh Netflix, why do you hate me?

Hey. To all the HOA haters out there, please take a moment to remember that they are human too, and that they might be (often are?) unpaid and just regular homeowners doing their best to make sure the community stays in good shape while also staying financially responsible. The end.

I'm not sure where else should I write this, so posting it here. @db-staff I have been unable to post anything on my wall since yesterday. I'm guessing the site is under some development but I see others posting fine for now.