Naked teens in Vermont
"This summer, a group of teenagers has disrobed near restaurants, bookstores and galleries, igniting a debate about whether this bohemian southern Vermont town should ban a practice that has been tolerated until now." That's from an article called "Nude teens raising eyebrows in Vermont."
In Vermont, public nudity is legal! But towns and cities can make laws against it. But why? What is wrong with the human body? Should we be ashamed of how we were created?
You can read the article at http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20060905/ap_on_fe_st/naked_town and read my opinion about being an adult, teen, preteen, and child nudist at http://lorien.loveshade.org/opinions/nudism.html
(One of our correspondents pointed out that the original link to the article is no longer valid. As of today, 10 January 2007, you can read a version of this story at http://www.boston.com/news/local/vermont/articles/2006/08/23/law_of_nature_prevails_in_vermont/)
Comments
Even though going naked in public is legal in the state of Vermont and harms no one, few people do it. Why? Because it's not the social norm. I bet that a number of people travel over the legal speed limit, even though it means they could be fined or lose their license, and it increases the chances of getting involved in a collision, even a fatal one. Why? Because it's the social norm to speed. Social norms are a tremendously greater influence on behavior than laws. But try telling that to legislators.
Posted by: Alden Loveshade | September 7, 2006 03:40 PM
I'm 12 and I've been a naturist since I was born! I wrote a Discordian Haiku about it.
Young naturist girl
skipping and dancing and prancing clothes free on the beach shouting, “I’m free and my body is me!”
like Adam’s girl Eve.
(As someone expressed concern about Nixie Nurita receiving unwanted email because of this posting, let us reassure you. Nixie Nurita won't receive email from anyone who's not on a specific list. Thanks for your concern).
Posted by: Nixie Nurita | September 9, 2006 02:15 AM
Come on. Nobody gets naked willingly unless its about sex!
Posted by: CatManDue | September 10, 2006 04:01 AM
Come on? Catmando Do you have sex everytime you change clothes or take a shower? Who decided theres something wrong with the human body anyway?
Posted by: Gail Harding | September 13, 2006 06:12 PM
The Agents of Greyface decided theres something wrong with nudity.
But Nurita, it's great that you're a nudist and feel good about your body. That's terrific and I wish more people felt that way. And I love your poem.
But it might not be the best idea to post your email address here. Some people don't understand your beliefs and might be a pain.
(Binky The WonderSkull, your concern is noted and vaild. As it happens, Nixie Nurita won't receive emails from anyone who isn't on a specific list. Thanks again for your concern!)
Posted by: Binky The WonderSkull | September 16, 2006 06:22 PM
I LUV your article on nudism Lorien. Ppl need to accept their bodies as they are.
Posted by: Wiccan Wanda | September 20, 2006 06:00 PM
I am 12 year old and i like to have sex all day
(We suspect this comment is likely not entirely accurate, but just in case have removed the email address to avoid possible "complications." If there's a real problem here, let us know)
Posted by: Jake | December 3, 2006 02:44 PM
Jake, yeh, when I was 12 years old I had fantasies like that too. Perfectly normal as long as you don't stress out over it and get your homework done.
Posted by: Binky The WonderSkull | December 4, 2006 09:27 PM
In Seattle you may not carry a concealed weapon that is over six feet in length. Now what that has to do with naked teens I don't know.
Posted by: Me Bad 4u | January 9, 2007 06:56 PM
All I can say is when you going post more pics?
Posted by: Warwickshire | January 16, 2007 10:57 PM
The problem with the world is that all people have too many opinions and are allowed to much free time! I am a nudist also, If this offends you..Thats great! but leave it alone! We are free natured people young and old. Some may not like us or agree with the way we live but so what! Stop stressing yourself out. You will be ok and live to see another day. Acceptance is best in all aspects of life!
Posted by: Who knows | January 17, 2007 03:07 PM
nice site
Posted by: Houwug | March 30, 2007 09:16 PM
Userful blog. Thanks!
I love this. Everybody everywhere should get naked!
Posted by: Darrell Hanna Barbera | September 22, 2007 11:10 AM
Costume contest set for Monday
Louisiana Festivals is the theme for the 2008 King's Court Costume Contest, to begin at 9 a.m. Feb. 5 in Parc Sans Souci on Vermilion Street in downtown Lafayette. While costumes may be risque, genitalia must be covered.
Contestants will be judged in five classifications: pre-school, 6-10 years old, 11-15 years old, adults and groups.
Posted by: Bryan | February 4, 2008 02:33 PM
Don't Worry, Be Happy! =)
(sorry, but we removed the link as that page is apparently no longer there)
Posted by: Nick | February 29, 2008 01:56 PM
So what happened? Is it still legal? I haven't finished my vacation.
Posted by: Rev. Bootie | August 10, 2008 05:11 PM
I knew I was right. Me and my friend placed a bet about which site was superior. I thought your website was superior, but she insisted this post on illlegal sex was better. We asked a couple of mutual friends who had not seen either post before to browse them both once through. Everyone picked your webpage. I win and you too!
Posted by: Hot Beverly | May 20, 2010 01:37 PM
When in Rome do as the Romans do.
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