Sometimes, I catch myself channeling my inner 12-year-old boy. Seriously, I can’t help but find humor in the classic guy topics: farts, poop, burps, and pretty much anything related to anatomy—especially the more crude aspects like butts. My kids are right there laughing alongside me, and my husband might chuckle too, but it’s me who tends to turn every conversation into a cheeky joke.
In our household, I’ve become the go-to for a solid poop pun. Truth be told, I’m the family comedian, but I digress. It’s a point of pride for me to insert a clever innuendo into any casual chat. My husband may call me childish (though he probably wouldn’t use that word, considering his limited vocabulary), but deep down, I know he finds my humor entertaining. Just look at the restraint I’m showing right now—so skilled at setting myself up for laughs without launching into a full-blown joke about anatomy (oops). I guess I’ll just stop while I’m ahead—pun intended.
I could apologize, but why bother?
Let’s face it: being silly and crude isn’t just a guy thing. Contrary to popular belief, women are just as capable of being funny, ridiculous, and absurd. In fact, I’d argue that women are particularly adept at tackling raunchy humor because so much about womanhood is just inherently messy.
One of my favorite topics to bring up in mixed company is menstruation and leukorrhea, just to witness the discomfort on men’s faces. But honestly, they should appreciate the free lesson. Why is it that women often know more about male anatomy than men know about female anatomy? My husband, who I’ve shared four kids with, didn’t even know what ovulation was. I’ll never stop sharing this little gem—because it’s both hilarious and disappointing.
So what exactly is “guy” stuff? Let’s really think this through. We often categorize things like business, sports, video games, tech, and even body spray as “guy” territory. But why is that? Don’t throw generic stereotypes at me or tell me I’m being too sensitive because I’m a “chick.” It’s absurd to think that bodily functions belong to one gender over another. I want to joke about those things too!
We need to ditch this false binary. Just as there’s no such thing as boy toys or girl toys, I reject the idea of anything being inherently gendered. We are no longer primitive humans who need to quickly label everything as “dangerous” or “safe.” We live in a world rich with complexities, yet we waste time on the same old jokes.
Let’s embrace nuance instead of stereotypes. Women can be loud, assertive, and crude—just as much as men. We don’t have to fit into a submissive narrative; we can take charge or switch it up. Bring on the fart jokes!
Originally published on Oct. 21, 2021, this article invites you to laugh alongside me. For more thoughts on similar topics, check out one of our other blog posts on home insemination. If you want to learn more about the nuances of female health, Intracervical Insemination offers great insights. Additionally, WebMD’s resource on pregnancy and home insemination can be incredibly helpful.
Summary
In this humorous exploration, the author embraces the joy of finding comedy in gross topics often deemed “male.” She argues against gendered humor and promotes the idea that women can also revel in the messy, crude, and absurd aspects of life. By challenging stereotypes and encouraging laughter, she invites readers to join in the fun of bodily humor and reject the notion of gendered topics.
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