Things that rub me the wrong way: Cat Calls, Page 3

Cat Calls, Page 3

I still have no idea what drives men to make these solicitations. The next time it happens to me, I’ll be certain to sit the dude down for an interview. Actually, as I get older, I get less grief. I’m not certain why. I’m sexier than I ever was before. But I’m also way more assertive and confident. Maybe the hoots have nothing to do with how attractive you are. Maybe it’s how vulnerable you look.

  • http://theinkdonor.wordpress.com Cat

    “Maybe the hoots have nothing to do with how attractive you are. Maybe it’s how vulnerable you look.” That comes off as kind of victim-blaming…

    • http://rachelnabors.com Rachel the Great

      No blame intended. I meant it more as a statement on the predatory nature of this behavior, of the strong and cowardly preying on the seemingly meek. We don’t blame children when they are sexually abused. We shouldn’t blame vulnerable-looking women when they’re mistreated, either. It’s false logic, a double standard.