June 12, 2011

• Another naked day in my ‘hood

  While walking back from grocery shopping, I saw a float for the Portuguese Day drive by.  It’s another example of the diverse culture in Toronto and in my neighborhood.  As I continued walking, I saw a bunch of cyclist coming my way.  They were still about 100 meters or so from me and were stopped at a traffic light.  The odd thing is that they looked naked.  When the light turned green and they made their way down to street, they were indeed naked.  Click here and here.  Pedestrians stared awkwardly, some kept on walking, some turned away while I tried to figure out how to stare discreetly.

  There were all sorts of sizes and shapes in the 50 to 60 cyclists.  A few people were clothed and there was at least one woman who was painted.  I found out later it was part of World Naked Bike Ride.   Clearly these folks weren’t shy about their bodies.  I doubt if you’ll catch me doing something like that.  I mean, how do you handle the chaffing and saddle sores – let alone folks like me who will stare?  While I’m ok showering in a gym, I get uncomfortable if I think someone is staring at me. I mean, even when I’m with J – I’ll cover up.  (ok – just kidding).  I’ve never been one that has ever felt comfortable with my own skin (in more ways than one). 

  But writing about nudity is kinda boring.  Maybe we should have a poll – which Xangan do you want to see naked.  (Of course, no one will respond to this question).  Which Xangan do you think is comfortable nude in public?  Will Alex organize a nude Xangan meet up?  I better close this entry.  This is too much for my brain to handle. 

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