Hmm, see, I think of golddigging as more of a sneaky sort of thing, greed hidden under a veil of deception. That does'nt seem healthy for either party, but hey--who am I to judge? I'm not a golddigger because, well, first of all, I don't get as involved as all that & 2nd, I openly market my sensuality (or representations thereof)... it's quite clear to both parties what is taking place & that it is merely an indulgence of fantasy. I don't need to play any of the games of a golddigger.

As for the teenybopper element of this story, it's absolutely a horrendous shame! Sex work of any sort should be entered by a person old enough to fully understand the repercussions of it, & also to exercise informed judgements to protect their health & life. These girls will definitely be reaping serious consequences, with interest. But it's not really new... I think I heard of this on NPR a year or two ago.

But ya know what is equally disturbing? While lots of people seem shaken up over what these young girls are doing, where's the shock & horror that there are people on the other end of this transaction? Does nobody find it disturbing that there are men getting off in their tinted SUVs for gift cards at the Gap? If you're now in your 20's or older, think back to how wonderful your judgement was as a teen. Not saying the girls don't know better or that they shouldn't be held responsible... they do & they should. But the men are old enough to understand the broader implications on so many levels. I find that facet the most disturbing of all. If we're going to get all indignant & judgemental, why not be equal-opportunity about it?