Beauty...is in the eye of the beholder

So the universe is definitely trying to tell me something - that its the content of your character rather than your appearance that is what is most attractive in any and all relationships.

Had a very interesting discussion today about love and relationships and how, no matter what the person offers you in terms of material elements, bells and whistles, offerings - its the fit that matters and that fit transcends all the physical and check list items of a relationship.

And that makes me think about beauty and how there really isnt a univesal definition and that its rather what floats your boat - makes you swoon and brings you to the fore that you should be concerned about.

Its difficult to get out of the whole mass society, mass produced vision of beauty and to really think what makes something or someone beautiful in your eyes, because we are so socially constructed, but true beauty is really something that transcends any human attachments and perceptions.

So what is beautiful to me... the curve of a smile that is effortless, the crinkle at the eyes that shows year of laughter - not years of age, the ruffled hair of a well thought statement, broad shoulder, slender hands, tall stature and a gaite that emphasises purpose and direction. The smell of man and the subtle aroma of vulnerability. The knowledge of ages, personable, easy going and uninhibited... Strength and security, honour and respect.

That is...beauty to me.