It's so widespread; and for myself I don't see that a problem should be made when really there isn't one. (2c....)
Ear piercing: for sons as well as for daughters: is it appropriate? (plus poll)
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@justbyfaith A while ago you said:
Yes, there is something simple and rugged about a small stud.
So if you do it, it's still more likely to be a stud, then?
Yes, there is something simple and rugged about a small stud.
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PS: I don't suppose he has his pierced?
(Quite a few mature men have had it done, mind you... :) )
No Ray doesn't have his ears pierced and neither does my son but a few Christian brothers used to wear small crosses in their ears.
So would it surprise or bother you if your husband or son did eventually pierce their ears? (not that it would necessarily be likely to happen...but your dh facilitated your piercings, you said.)
@Lady Crosstalk A while ago you asked this question:
By way of comment and response: insofar as I would even have been actively aware of it, since all the boys who would play ball in the street where I lived several years ago would probably happen to have worn earrings, I don't see into which category that you mention that they would have fitted.
Would it be more logical to regard it simply as a custom that at times and in some areas has been widely follow by some men and boys. While not necessary, perfectly benign for those who wish to follow it.
(Does this make logical sense?)
By way of comment and response: insofar as I would even have been actively aware of it, since all the boys who would play ball in the street where I lived several years ago would probably happen to have worn earrings, I don't see into which category that you mention that they would have fitted.
Would it be more logical to regard it simply as a custom that at times and in some areas has been widely follow by some men and boys. While not necessary, perfectly benign for those who wish to follow it.
(Does this make logical sense?)
I would be extremely surprised, shocked even, if either of them decided to get their ears pierced. But I don't think it would bother me. There's not much chance of it ever happening though as neither of them have been a fan of ear piercing for males.
Interesting! The thought does occur: I wonder? if your husband and your son each happen to realize that, while you would be very surprised if one day either of them did pierce their ears, it actually wouldn't bother you if they did.
(But maybe just a moot point about your thinking here - which is very honest of you to express.)
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PS: If you have read some of the latest posts, above, you will see how some contributors such as @Pearl have been very honest - and adaptable - about ear piercing trends that would not bother her among men.
I must say, I do not remember the last time I wore my earrings. Or all of my silver and turquoise jewelry, lol. I still have them but...all that stuff has taken a back seat to what I seek in life. Even make-up. I use very little if any. :) It has been a while, just seems too much work for...what?? Lol.
I love silver and turquoise jewellery @Nancy and have worn some today, they are enamel though not real stones. I don't have a lot of jewellery but I love earrings and have some nice ones my daughter has bought me over the years. Her husband is a jewellery maker and is partner in the business. I wear a watch and also three silver bangles that Ray bought for my birthday a few years ago. And I hardly ever wear make up these days and have a wash and go hairstyle.
Well...as for earrings you are well catered for, then...you have a plentiful supply to keep the holes filled, then...
Well, yes, there are far higher things to concentrate on...
(I guess this is a more lighthearted thread than some...)
@Nancy Thanks for the 'like'.
PS: My wife doesn't feel dressed if she goes out without putting on her face...but we are all different, aren't we?
Nowadays, the multiple hole custom has been around for so many decades that even the most conservative of mature women may have 2nds and 3rds, it's really a totally low key and straightforward look to go for if the wearer wants it. Go for it/don't go for it: either way, it can be conservative and genteel.
PS: My wife doesn't feel dressed if she goes out without putting on her face...but we are all different, aren't we?
Nowadays, the multiple hole custom has been around for so many decades that even the most conservative of mature women may have 2nds and 3rds, it's really a totally low key and straightforward look to go for if the wearer wants it. Go for it/don't go for it: either way, it can be conservative and genteel.
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Oh yes, I agree. It is just that for myself, I no longer care to bother...not looking to attract anybody, ha! But I am presentable :)
Fact is, mutlipierced (2 or 3 each side) is so well established that, frankly, women of all ages - even those of the most discreet and conservative dispositions - can now do it confidently. 40 years ago, teen girls and their moms were already doing it, which means that if in 1979 a 19 year old and her 49 year old mom did it, they are now 59 and 89 respectively.
(If this makes any sense?)
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That is fine for them, and it is not a sin IMHO, but, for me personally, I see no point in any of it, lol. Seems the generations move further and further away from the image of God. What with, the tongue splitting, horns inserted under the skin of the top of the forehead so on and so forth. Moderation is fine but...as always, humans have to take it further than is called for. JMHO :) Not to mention that piercings and tattoos become very addicting to many.
Quite a lot of younger men like to wear studs in their ears also; and I guess for them it can be a rugged, manly look. (I think it can be, anyway.)