QUOTES 12/31/2017

“I do quite a bit of sun tanning in the two canyons [Big or Little Cottonwood Canyons, Utah] . . . The hotter it is the higher I drive up the canyon. . . no clothes are better than those pesky tan lines.” – Leigh

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". . . did you know that in January patriotic nudists celebrate Benjamin Franklin: Founding Father, inventor, statesman and nudist?  Known as ‘The First American,’ Benjamin Franklin is certainly one of the most revered figures in American history.  From his many inventions including bifocals and the lightning rod, to his accomplishments as a politician and diplomat, and as a Founding Father of the United States of America, Franklin lived a colorful and highly influential life. . . Benjamin Franklin is only one of a number of famous nudists (or naturists) in history.  Others known to have enjoyed skinny-dipping or other nude activities include John Quincy Adams, Theodore Roosevelt, Lyndon Johnson, The Duke and Duchess of Windsor, Walt Whitman and Henry David Thoreau. In popular culture, Helen Mirren, Drew Barrymore, Alanis Morissette, Elle McPherson, Alicia Silverstone, Woody Harrelson, Heidi Klum and many others have indicated that they too enjoy shedding their clothes. . . So what are you waiting for?  It's Benjamin Franklin's birthday on January 17, go ahead and honor his life and legacy by spending some time in your own birthday suit!" - Cedar Trails Nudist Retreat

“Yesterday, as I was walking naked down the road (except boots) to work on the tail around Shangri La, I realized how completely naturism has become natural for me.  I felt totally natural walking and working naked outdoors.  In fact, it took conscious thought to even realize I was naked.  Even the idea of working in clothes seemed totally insane.  Later I stopped to talk for about five minutes about the trail with a lady friend who was out walking her dog.  Afterwards, I realized how amazing it was for a naked guy to approach and talk with a naked woman without a care from either person.” – Kenfreehiker

“Research suggests that sunbathing causes the synthesis of vitamin D in the body, which is vital . . . for calcium absorption and a strong immune system.  Sun exposure is essential for the growth of strong bones in young children.” - http://osnaturistas.com/saude-e-bem-estar/sua-saude/cinco-motivos-para-experimentar-a-nudez-social/

“Naturist activity predicted more positive body image, which in turn predicted higher self-esteem, and greater life satisfaction.” - https://youngnaturistsamerica.com/naturism-new-research-study-happiness-body-image-benefits/?utm_source=MadMimi&utm_medium=email&utm_content=Happy+Passover+and+Spring+Has+Sprung&utm_campaign=20170410_m138620209_Chag+Sameach+and+Spring+Has+Sprung&utm_term=Read+About+The+Research