Summer suffering

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I've been suffering for the past few days with the heat, and I know it's going to last all summer.


I tell myself not to give a damn, that fuck people who look at my arms wrong or make remarks, but when you're living it, it's less fun, easier said than done. I had to walk in the sun at 27° with sticky jeans, a t-shirt and a cardigan (black, otherwise it's not funny!). It was horrible, but I couldn't take the stupid vest off. I'd have liked to, but what if someone saw my hair? How embarrassing. I've always had a lot of hair on my arms and legs but I can't shave, it grows back too fast and worse, and I don't dare ask my mom for strips, or even bleach... What am I going to do when it's 30°? More fainting spells and crying alone at night?


So I suffered in silence. Miles and hours of walking, dripping with sweat. My clothes were sticking, it was horrible. But I carried on without complaint. I've never taken such a cold shower on the way home.

I know it's going to be repetitive all summer. I'm going to suffer for a few months.

again...

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DepressedButSquirrel!
May 3, 2025 · 33 views

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ink_heartMay 4, 2025

or you can try wearing long-sleeved shirts which can offer more coverage and ventilation than a cardigan in the heat. While not the most breathable, they’re definitely a better option for staying cooler.

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ink_heartMay 4, 2025

your English is great

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ink_heartMay 4, 2025

What you're going through is really tough, and no one should have to suffer in the heat just to hide natural body hair. You could try sugar waxing at home—it’s just sugar, lemon, and water, and it lasts longer than shaving. It takes a bit of practice, but there are lots of tutorials online to help.

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I speak French, sorry for the bad English!

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