Stupid ↑.
Today, while taking a break from work (okay, I didn’t know what I was doing), I decided to read the news. You know, to keep apprised of the important goings on in the world. About the Royals. And Ellie. Anyway, I came across an article (I’d post the link but that takes work to find and I don’t care to put in that work) that made me question humanity. There is a fad going around the world right now that has couples buying locks, engraving them, and attaching them to bridges to prove their eternal love. Or something gay like that. Seriously? Does anyone share my incredulity and sheer disgust at this latest mechanism to prove one’s devotion? A padlock. On a bridge. I don’t know about you, and maybe it’s my terror of commitment, but using a LOCK to show my love for someone basically shouts that I’m locked into the relationship and can’t get out even if I wanted to. Because I’m LOCKED IN. I’m already panicking and it’s not even me. “Hey Honey, want to show how much you love me by engraving a stupid saying on a padlock and attaching it on a high bridge in the middle of the city?” “Can I jump off the bridge after?”
That’s all from me tonight. I just had to share. You’re welcome. Or I’m sorry for wasting the time it took for you to read this (depending on how slow you read).
Love,
Bella
PS They are called love padlocks, hence the title. Love padlocks!! Seriously?!
Totally stupid! AS we've discussed before- why do people need to prove their love to others? Why not just enjoy it and know it between one another? Sheesh!
ReplyDeleteI think perhaps you are just a commitment phobe! ;) I think they are cute, and a sweet gesture. It symbolizes two people joining their hearts and locking them together because they are in love. We locked one on our anniversary and it is a nice memory that we share now, for me personally Id much rather have this sweet memory than have thousands of dollars spent on an engagement or wedding ring that essentially symbolizes the same thing. I never had an engagement ring and wear my mothers wedding ring, I dont see the point in spending a lot of money to express your love. But 10 bucks on a padlock to leave your special message on to me is a cute gesture. Visiting one of these bridges is quite a spectacle too, a real work of modern art. Oh and its not really a 'fad' either, these locks have been around for yonks, originating in China.
ReplyDeleteTo each their own, right! I would much rather have a nice diamond ;) LOL
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