What We’re Watching: Quiztime
So, this isn’t 14th century England and you’re not betrothed to your best friend’s older brother. There’s no rush to get married, and some people aren’t even doing that anymore! So, why rush the whole parent thing, too? Right now there’s no expiration date on when you can have kids, and let’s face it, are you more excited to change a diaper or find a date to prom? I think we all know the answer.
I’m in college, and while some people I know my age are trying to get their M.R.S. degree (finding a husband in college) and start a family, I’m not in any rush. While cruising the Internet the other day, I found this fun quiz from Buzzfeed called Are You Ready to Have Kids? It’s funny, it’s got some truth, and it also made me think.
The quiz has a silly premise, and some funny questions…but really, when you think about it, are you ready to have kids? Probably not. You’ve probably done a lot of babysitting and know the ins-and-outs of taking care of a kid which is great and useful, but doing that to your own kid? That’s an entirely different story!
Personally, I think kids are great; they are the future after all. But personally, I know I wouldn’t be able to take care of one right now…I love to hang out with my friends, make plans as I go, and enjoy my alone time. Having kids would not only put a damper on that, but I don’t know how I would take care of one. In a few years I’d probably be a great parent, but considering I can barely remember to buy groceries, I have a ways to go.
So what’s my advice? Take it slow, use protection! Whether you’re using male or female condoms, the pill, or any of the great options in our Birth Control Explorer, keep on enjoying this exciting part of your life!
What We’re Watching is a new feature where we break down what we’re watching each week. We’ve scoured television listings, YouTube, Twitter, and reached into the depths of the Internet to bring you awesome stuff to watch and learn from. Watching something we’re not? Let us know and we’ll take a look!George Watsky is a slam poet- turned- rapper who did the slam poetry circuit for a few years before going musical. You may recognize him from his video Pale Kid Raps Fast. He’s won tons of awards for his poetry and I personally give him some props for being the dorky white guy talking about some pretty important issues.
Syd is a junior at American University studying Public Communications and Psychology. She is from a little bit of everywhere but is enjoying her adoptive city of D.C. She spends time cruising the Internet for cat videos, sex talks, and graphic design guides. Have questions for Syd? Send her an email!Send us an email!
Back in 2006 he performed this poem V for Virgin which was propelled to popularity by Russell Simmons—a pretty cool guy in the music industry. Simmons started Def Jam records which produces music by Frank Ocean, 2 Chainz, Rihanna, Kanye West, and tons others, so he knows what good sound is.
This poem is pretty sexy for talking about not having sex. But in truth, not having sex is sexy! You get to enjoy life and experience so many more things without having to worry about STIs or babies.
Watsky points out all the best things about being a normal kid, which is as sexy as sexy gets. Because you know what? Those kids who go to school, learn about cool TV, music, countries, and politics are the ones who are the sexiest. The kids who learn a unique sport, card game, dance, or language are the sexiest. Doing your best in high school, while you have time to try all the weird and wacky things that come with the unique privilege of being in high school…that, my friends, is sexy.
I think George Watsky got it right. Because no matter how many crushes you get and get over, hairstyles you run through, or friends you may have, the most important person in your life is yourself. So treat yourself right, and enjoy being your crazy weird self for as long as you can.
What We’re Watching is a new feature where we break down what we’re watching each week. We’ve scoured television listings, YouTube, Twitter, and reached into the depths of the Internet to bring you awesome stuff to watch and learn from. Watching something we’re not? Let us know and we’ll take a look!
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