When it comes to Thai national symbols, ladyboys are as iconic as tuk tuks and tom yum goong.
Without getting into a sociological exploration of 'katoeys' and Thai society, the gist of the situation is that though they do face stigmatization from some corners of society, ladyboys are generally accepted by the public. Many have become huge TV celebrities.
That?s not why they bug me. In fact, I admire ladyboys' tenacity and unwillingness to conform.
My issues with ladyboys -- and yes, I'm going to generalize -- extend into the realm of jealousy with a side order of self-loathing and fear.
Here are six reasons I get uneasy every time a hot-looking ladyboy crosses my path.
No comments:
Post a Comment