Avocados, Sloppy Joes, and Fish

Yesterday I compared myself to an avocado in front of a large group of seniors. I made some vague reference to being healthy, versatile and having "good fat." I then compared my pint-sized daughter to a sloppy joe, saying something about her liking to make big messes. In my defense, I was part of a discussion about nutrition and health, and the first exercise was to describe which food you most identify with. In hindsight, I kind of wish I hadn't shot for clever and instead had said something boring, like "cauliflower" or "radish". I have a feeling all of the old men will be eyeing my "good fat" from now on.

A lot has been going on lately, namely that I cannot seem to go to sleep at night. It's been taking a good 2 hours or so to finally fall asleep, and boy, does that wear on me come morning! Especially since Bryony still wakes up two times a night for nursing. And here, I am, typing away at 1:06am, when I told myself I was going to be in bed before midnight tonight. I'm totally going to pay for this in the morning, particularly when Bryony decides she wants to play roll-all-over-mama at 6am. Ugh.

I've had a particular issue on my mind and I'm curious for reader response. I know this topic is likely to stir the coals a bit, but since I'm conflicted I'll ask anyway. I recently had a long conversation with a friend of mine about appearances. This friend is totally of the mindset that one (mostly meaning women) should not feel a need to alter their appearance by means of shaving, plucking, coloring, straightening, etc., to fit society's expectations of beauty or to please a man. After all, why present a picture that is misrepresentative of the actual person. Also, why are women expected to do all these things and yet men need not do anything?
On the other hand, I know the counter argument: if shaving or plucking or styling or straightening makes a woman feel good then why should she not do it for herself? And, let's be honest, ladies. For those amongst us who are still "looking" for Mr. Right, I think we all can admit that men are visually-based beings who are attracted to they see in the moment, not the deeply fascinating, thoughtful and sensitive master chef he could one day get to know. So, if you're hoping to hook the guy and reel him in, maybe he needs a little eye-bait to take the bite?
What do you think, folks? I welcome input from men and women alike, especially since I agree with both arguments.

I had a couple other things I want to talk about, but it's 1:30am and I am falling asleep. Still have to brush my teeth, too. I'm outta here.