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Our lifestyle is pretty and it’s bold; it is gentleness and strength. Branded with self-awareness, we are, and we live.
 

Generation +

I am proud to wear the badge of lifestyle longevity, having started my journey over 2 decades ago.

This thing we call "the Lifestyle"

I am Leather, BDSM, Kink & Fetish. I live it fully as an integral part of my life. Of this often misunderstood and misstated practice, I am an unapologetic enthusiast. Like music to Marvin Gaye, this lifestyle is my heart and soul, more precious than gold.

WIITWD

Under the umbrella of
WIITWDWhat It Is That We Do
, we are practitioners of a living style, a loving style and a lifestyle. The lifestyle is an art form, and we are artisans perfecting our craft.
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My {lifestyle} Motto

For many years, my firmly-held lifestyle motto has been, “I am becoming what I am to be.” It was a declaration of preparedness for growth and an optimistic future outlook.

But at some point, one has to …arrive. There is a moment when you recognize and acknowledge your advancements. While my life is one of constant evolution, I am happily content having reached much of “what I am to be.

Simply, I am.

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tattoo

The tattoo that never was. This is the design I created on the chance I decided to take the plunge and get inked. I never did. It is based on a common infinity heart vector graphic to which I added a butterfly, 3 circles representing a parent and two children, and the BDSMblem.

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lifestyle:RESUME

My lightly written lifestyle history -- knowledge, experiences and outlook.

OPSL

Love in Leather

Proud Onyx Pearl since 2017  :  Founding member of Onyx Pearls Southern Leather

ONYX

You Are Worthy

A special note for femsubs

As a fem s-type, I have a special affinity for novice femsubs. Along your lifestyle travels, if ever your value is called into question — and just as a matter of positivity & well-being — I urge you to make the following affirmation a part of your regular and frequent self-care routine:

I AM WORTHY

And if you’re trying to find your footing in the lifestyle, or if ever you’re at a crossroads, in a turbulent phase of your journey, or just need some inspiration to make that move, give yourself permission to let go and to just…. Breathe:

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