The Art of Mischief
What does it actually mean to be naughty? Does “naughty” change its meaning as we grow into adulthood, perhaps after the appearance of grey hairs and wrinkles? Or do we simply become more sophisticated about hiding our mischievous side? Or maybe we are just far too tired after life starts lifing. And is naughtiness even gender-specific—or have we just spent far too long being told who needs to be “a good girl,” “a proper lady”… Perhaps being naughty looks a little different once you’re no longer green, but gloriously seasoned, much like autumn leaves ready to fall. Because getting older doesn’t necessarily make you less rebellious. It just makes you better at being mischievous. But naughty need not be extreme. It might be entirely innocent: licking melted chocolate from your fingers, especially when he is watching your mouth. It might be ordering dessert when everyone else is “being good.” Eating hot chips straight from the paper bag on the drive home. Butter melting into w...
