Being Mormon

Mormonism has been in the spotlight for some time now. Some good, but mainly bad. I usually ignore most comments about it (especially if anyone calls us a "cult") because people who make comments about my religion MOST LIKELY have never actually studied my religion or have not taken the time to listen to members.

Anywho, like I said, I don't really get bothered but I found this article about "Young Mormons".

http://www.nytimes.com/2011/10/27/fashion/young-mormons-find-ways-to-be-hip.html?_r=1&pagewanted=all&smid=fb-share

This article is RETARDED. Most of the people that were interviewed don't sound like they're active and if they are... then they're point of view about the church is a little weird.

Here is something that really bothered me:

Rebelling, If Only Just a Little

 

WHAT THE CHURCH SAYS

Many adult Mormons follow the practice of wearing the temple garment, which for men, means long boxer briefs and a scoop-neck T-shirt and, for women, knee-length shorts and a top with cap sleeves.

HOW TO GET AROUND IT

For men, tank tops are out, but you can stay on-trend in a button-down plaid shirt, rolled selvedge jeans and boat shoes. For women, one popular option is the “Zooey Deschanel look” — ruffled blouse, bow collar and a high-waisted pencil skirt. 

Me: JUST BE MODEST. PERIOD.

WHAT THE CHURCH SAYS

Mormons are told not to “disfigure” themselves “with tattoos or body piercing.”

HOW TO GET AROUND IT

Cover up the tattoos or at least try a compromise, like getting a tattoo of a beehive, a Mormon symbol of working together for the common good. 

Me: NO TATTOOS OR BODY PIERCINGS. Even if you get a picture of the prophet on your back, it is still NOT appropriate. 

WHAT THE CHURCH SAYS

No beards on missionaries or Brigham Young University students.

HOW TO GET AROUND IT

An allergic reaction to shaving, demonstrated by razor bumps, can score you a “beard card” at B.Y.U.

 Me: I DARE you to come to the Honor Code Office. See how "easy" it is to get a beard waiver. 

WHAT THE CHURCH SAYS

No consumption of alcohol, even at social functions.

HOW TO GET AROUND IT

Drink Pellegrino and don’t bother to correct other party guests who assume you are in recovery.

 Me: Just drink water, so you can stop being fat.

This article is annoying. People are annoying. I'm tired and want to go home and eat.

This made me laugh out loud.