day one sixty eight. it's swimsuit season...

Beautiful pic, very simple and sexy!

love the ring, adds an edge to the pic :)

Nice

skin tone beautifully photographed/edited

This hand is trying to get somewhere ! ;-). Awesomely sensual pic tho.

No touch... Great!

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Lovely colors

Agrega tu nota aquí.eres muy sexy

Great!

great one!

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softly texture

gorgeous!!

And it matches the top so nicely!

i love this ring

look at this one..

So Sexy!

wow

wow ..... i like it !!!!

i am here ...... wow babe !!!

hermoso!!!!

Go die body issues! We don't want you!
All my friends say they are fat and it makes me sad :(

day one sixty eight. it's swimsuit season... by ::reflecting truth::.

...which could also be known to the ladies as "make yourself feel like crap for the way that you look" season.

i went shopping today and had a moment of "my ass looks fat". i'm generally pretty good about body issues (hashed that one out at an early age), but sometimes these ridiculous thoughts still creep into my brain somehow. i know it's completely unfounded, but i am human... so please don't go giving me hot lines to call. =)

i just wanna give some love to all the ladies out there.

it's not easy dealing with all the poison being tossed around regarding how you're "supposed to look". real beauty lies beneath size, shape, color, age, ethnicity, etc.
and i've never seen a woman with a good heart and a smiling face that wasn't beautiful.

*steps down from soapbox once again*

#1! - my goodness, thank you to those that have left sincere comments/faves.
on another note - i've just had to go through and block about 30(!) people and delete a TON of nasty comments. no respect. such a shame. kinda hurt my heart.

i have So many other photos that are WAY better than this. and wouldn't have attracted the same sort of attention at #1... thanks, explore.

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* Photos by Chris M * says:

You look good, dont let society tell you any different
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Posted 18 months ago. ( permalink )

sarawthouttheh says:

Wonderful words come out of you. I have whoa major body issues and they suuuck. Oh dance, look what you've done to me. -hugs-
Posted 18 months ago. ( permalink )

fauxtograph says:

i could say, that if i had your body i would never EVER say that i would have one of these days, but i know that all women do. even you beautiful skinny ones.

/end jealousy
Posted 18 months ago. ( permalink )

Monkey Balls says:

nice legs
Posted 18 months ago. ( permalink )

Mikyto ® says:

Wonderfull Photo !!
Posted 18 months ago. ( permalink )

dreikelvin says:

*whistles*
Posted 18 months ago. ( permalink )

::reflecting truth:: says:

me too! that's what i meant by "hashed that one out at an early age"... =)
Posted 18 months ago. ( permalink )

The Bootleg Saint says:

You have nothing to worry about from what I can see anyway. :)

Very nice photo!
Posted 18 months ago. ( permalink )

LeftyJames says:

Yes, you’re human, wondrously human. You’re a pleasure to see, and although you’re totally dream-girl gorgeous, the MAIN reason it’s a pleasure is that you radiate life and joy. Fun self portrait! =)
Posted 18 months ago. ( permalink )

Crystal ♥ says:

You look amazing

I WISH I had your legs
Posted 18 months ago. ( permalink )

Λεωνíδαs says:

i thought this was a pic of my fiance for a minute, I guess you must have a hot bod too lol
Posted 18 months ago. ( permalink )

SHADY*lane says:

stunning....your words; your photo.
*per usual!
amazing job.
Posted 18 months ago. ( permalink )

geminicomplex says:

This photo is adorable!
Posted 18 months ago. ( permalink )

Gods Emerald says:

well you look just how the mags say we are supposed to ...even the perfect skin!
Posted 18 months ago. ( permalink )

Bluebirdbaby says:

amen! Well said. Love the lighting here. You're gorgeous!
Posted 18 months ago. ( permalink )

AvarieRiot says:

Thanks for the love. We've all seen you in a bikini though, and you look great! So no feelin' bad! :D

Great photo, love the softness/brightness on your arms and legs.
Posted 18 months ago. ( permalink )

*Kristene says:

looking fabulous~ and so well said! great shot!
Posted 18 months ago. ( permalink )

ja | castillo says:

Well said Ms. Katie! I wish there was someone like you my daughter could lean on. She's only 10, but we see it coming already! eek!

Thank you.

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Posted 18 months ago. ( permalink )

msokal says:

Lovely shot!. What beautiful body!.
Posted 18 months ago. ( permalink )

phamalamb says:

beautifully said! you look absolutely stunning, btw. it always amazed me the difference in which i see my body and the way my husband does. i only wish i could see it the way he does. :)
Posted 18 months ago. ( permalink )

~ Creating Memories ~ says:

wow such a true story, I couldn't have said it any better.
Posted 18 months ago. ( permalink )

nathij {back to posting again :D} says:

thats v v tru! n regardless of what ppl may say....uv got an absolutely stunnin and gorgeous body....n that skin is flawlessly beautiful.
Posted 18 months ago. ( permalink )

Mik's says:

Hi, I'm an admin for a group called **Over the Excellence** (ONLY INVITED SHOTS - 1post / 1comment), and we'd love to have this added to the group!
Posted 18 months ago. ( permalink )

andzer says:

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This is an excellent photo!!!
Accept this symbolic ancient prize and admit your photo to a noble contest among the finest in:
www.flickr.com/groups/ysplix/
and please remember to tag this photo Ysplix
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Hi, I'm a member of a group called Chercher la Femme, and we'd love to have this and other similar photos added to the group.
And please remember to tag photos "ChercherlaFemme".
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Posted 18 months ago. ( permalink )

Guillaume F. says:

Nice capture !
Posted 18 months ago. ( permalink )

padraic woods says:

super picture
Posted 18 months ago. ( permalink )

E. B. Sylvester says:

Smooth and delicate, very nice!
Posted 18 months ago. ( permalink )

Leviathor says:

I can't find any reason for scrutiny in this depiction, or any of your other 365 postings. Vanity is overrated.
Posted 18 months ago. ( permalink )

by hakeem says:

U.Ar.V.Sexy
Posted 18 months ago. ( permalink )

Chris Farrugia (chrisfarrugia.net) says:

Well done! Fantastic shot!
Posted 18 months ago. ( permalink )

cpmiv says:

Great shot.
Posted 18 months ago. ( permalink )

Jorge Galan says:

Fantastic shot. Beautiful

Posted 18 months ago. ( permalink )

lecanu mickael says:

Bonjour, je suis l'administrateur du groupe best the best, et nous aimerions beaucoup que vous ajoutiez ceci à notre groupe !
Posted 18 months ago. ( permalink )

Joseph Michael says:

Amazing ... Fantastic Shot ... Wonderful Lighting !!
Posted 18 months ago. ( permalink )

evesantiago1961 says:

Nice
Posted 18 months ago. ( permalink )

frankieh says:

Cool shot, love the coy approach!
Posted 18 months ago. ( permalink )

niceric a.k.a Eric Tan says:

you've got nice legs!
Posted 18 months ago. ( permalink )

AndreS - says:

Omg.. too much sexy... amazing take 8)

Posted 18 months ago. ( permalink )

bart ceuppens / www.bartceuppens.be says:

very naughty
Posted 18 months ago. ( permalink )

Lise Møller Petersen says:

It's pretty how the ring in a subtle way matches the rest of the outfit.
Posted 18 months ago. ( permalink )

mugodave7 says:

There are no precious people as friends who are always there for you when you are in trouble.
Posted 18 months ago. ( permalink )

newyorker01 says:

very nice!!!
Posted 18 months ago. ( permalink )

PRAMOD SUMANT says:

beautiful curves!
very sexy too!
Posted 18 months ago. ( permalink )

ilovethirdplanet says:

Hi, I'm an admin for a group called THIRD PLANET/ Peoples, and we'd love to have this added to the group!
Posted 18 months ago. ( permalink )

(Christine) says:

Aww, man. I envy you! You've got perfect legs. Lol.
Posted 18 months ago. ( permalink )

Digitaler Lumpensammler says:

Posted 18 months ago. ( permalink )

irfanbunder says:

Waooww
Posted 18 months ago. ( permalink )

YO CAHYADI says:

Nice n cute shoot
Posted 18 months ago. ( permalink )

Daza iz says:

I find this photo and your concepts on body beautiful very interesting. Us guys have these moments of insanity also.
Posted 18 months ago. ( permalink )

odem says:

so cute
Posted 18 months ago. ( permalink )

Sebastian Reiser [busy] says:

uff :)
Posted 18 months ago. ( permalink )

chromatophobe says:

i've never loved that i often accidentally find a good artist through explore, especially for the mid-torso shot that made it up to #2 probably for different reasons than you had hoped. (and i'm not at all saying this is unworthy - i'm just saying that you have three dozen other shots that deserve the same attention, but... you know, people like what they like, and the flickr algorithm is forever the enigma). just wish i could have stumbled upon your stream accidentally, instead of on the day when a thousand others will.

anyway, really well done shot (love the light, and your thoughts seem genuine - a rarity), and i'm glad i found your stream.
Posted 18 months ago. ( permalink )

tumy28 says:

Beautiful bod
Posted 18 months ago. ( permalink )

boiworx says:

Really tempting! LOL!!!

Posted 18 months ago. ( permalink )

licwip aka nac says:

wonderful wonderful shot
Posted 18 months ago. ( permalink )

Ludovico Caldara says:

that's just too much! mmh, perhaps your RING looks fat...
Posted 18 months ago. ( permalink )

bel [deleted] says:

This is a beautiful image, and even moreso with the message you convey. :)
Posted 18 months ago. ( permalink )

mookio 阿默 says:

Beautiful :-D
Posted 18 months ago. ( permalink )

the cheshire smile says:

Wow this is lovely! You look like a model :)
Posted 18 months ago. ( permalink )

Frank Brauner says:

Very fresh!
Posted 18 months ago. ( permalink )

Tiler says:

I'd say you're ready. Great shot!
Posted 18 months ago. ( permalink )

bob19412-2 says:

I can't see anyone that can make a bad comment about this picture .
you look GREAT,,,,
If there is ANYONE that says different, I highly suggest ,they have their medication changed
Posted 18 months ago. ( permalink )

tboonad says:

Great legs!
Posted 18 months ago. ( permalink )

slowdevil says:

Hey, you made it to #1! This is a fantastic photo.
Posted 18 months ago. ( permalink )

moraima_D says:

yikes, how many comments...

but very cute picture and good copy too...

so let's all get our swimsuits on!!!
Posted 18 months ago. ( permalink )

:Lrhag: says:

Hi, I'm an admin for a group called BEST of the BEST Portraits, and we'd love to have this added to the group!
Posted 18 months ago. ( permalink )

:Lrhag: says:

Hi, I'm an admin for a group called BEST of the BEST Photos, and we'd love to have this added to the group!
Posted 18 months ago. ( permalink )

rafaybarra says:

Really beautiful!
Posted 18 months ago. ( permalink )

.trista. says:

This is such an adorable shot! Love the colors and the lighting.
Posted 18 months ago. ( permalink )

Carla Erinder says:

I really love this picture. Great job!
Posted 18 months ago. ( permalink )

lilychip says:

many congrats. No 1 in explore. you deserve it... great words & a shot that makes me jealous, wish I had legs like that, mine look like a footballers !!! (there you go.... another woman not so pleased with her bod). Anyway, well done !
Posted 18 months ago. ( permalink )

☆ Lou.© says:

Great Shot
Posted 18 months ago. ( permalink )

JeremyHall says:

Beautiful shot. The skin tones are superb and the high key side lighting gives a great shape to everything. Wonderful shot.
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Posted 18 months ago. ( permalink )

laser927 says:

The body language speaks louder than words. There is a hint of modesty the way your right leg inverts over. A charming shyness that tones and blends with a genuine self pride that distinguishes being a 'show off' to a 'show case' of acceptance that is the spirit of a womanhood.

On that note, I really need to get that tattoo of ivy on my ass to hide the fat. ; )
Posted 18 months ago. ( permalink )

martin nieto says:

beautiful!
Posted 18 months ago. ( permalink )

andrésblah says:

Congrats for being the best shot in EXPLORE.. I totally agree..
Posted 18 months ago. ( permalink )

aculnaig972 (Gianluca Longu) says:

nice shot
Posted 18 months ago. ( permalink )

creedence6534 says:

Wat can i say ur hot. Keep it up!
Posted 18 months ago. ( permalink )

one_thirty_eight says:

I love this pic. Hot pose and amazing light
Posted 18 months ago. ( permalink )

i.em says:

With such nice body you might as well give other women "my ass looks fat" feeling ;)

Great self-shot and soap box speech. Truly beatiful woman has much more about her than just sizes.
Posted 18 months ago. ( permalink )

brian.. says:

oh my
Posted 18 months ago. ( permalink )

o-boy says:

Wonderful body shot! Well done!
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Posted 18 months ago. ( permalink )

Sanctu says:

Sweetness.
Posted 18 months ago. ( permalink )

brimalow says:

Tractor beam of hotness, engage
Posted 18 months ago. ( permalink )

Jack W Alexander says:

congrats on a great shot - certainly appealed to many, for a variety of reasons. nice job
Posted 18 months ago. ( permalink )

NormaIriz says:

I want them legs! great undershorts.. they look comfy
Posted 18 months ago. ( permalink )

@nt!x says:

True story!
Posted 18 months ago. ( permalink )

C0r0 says:

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Posted 18 months ago. ( permalink )

ahilla2005 says:

u r so sexxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxy
Posted 18 months ago. ( permalink )

wendygurl87 says:

oh you speak for all us women, and for that you are beautiful too
Posted 18 months ago. ( permalink )

Sandman5 says:

Hi, I'm an admin for a group called 365 Explored, and we'd love to have this added to the group!

Beautiful shot and an important message...
Posted 18 months ago. ( permalink )

Unique_Snowflake says:

sweet
Posted 18 months ago. ( permalink )

howiseetheworld says:

nice reaction
Posted 18 months ago. ( permalink )

stevenage.snapper says:

If this is a self protrait You have nothing to worry about !!!!
Posted 18 months ago. ( permalink )

PhotoFANcanon says:

Great shot! love the tones
Posted 18 months ago. ( permalink )

weir412 says:

很性感喔!
Posted 18 months ago. ( permalink )

~erin~ says:

beautiful shot - an inspiration!
Posted 18 months ago. ( permalink )

Bruno. C. says:

beautiful and sexi
Posted 18 months ago. ( permalink )

style.cramper says:

U luk gr8! Hav u eva considered modelling as a career?;-)
Posted 18 months ago. ( permalink )

Excelente foto muy buena de verdad ,te felicito
Posted 18 months ago. ( permalink )

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day one sixty eight. it's swimsuit season...

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* Photos by Chris M * says:

sarawthouttheh says:

fauxtograph says:

Monkey Balls says:

Mikyto ® says:

dreikelvin says:

::reflecting truth:: says:

The Bootleg Saint says:

LeftyJames says:

Crystal ♥ says:

Λεωνíδαs says:

SHADY*lane says:

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Gods Emerald says:

Bluebirdbaby says:

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*Kristene says:

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~ Creating Memories ~ says:

nathij {back to posting again :D} says:

Mik's says:

andzer says:

Guillaume F. says:

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E. B. Sylvester says:

Leviathor says:

by hakeem says:

Chris Farrugia (chrisfarrugia.net) says:

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Jorge Galan says:

lecanu mickael says:

Joseph Michael says:

evesantiago1961 says:

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niceric a.k.a Eric Tan says:

AndreS - says:

bart ceuppens / www.bartceuppens.be says:

Lise Møller Petersen says:

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