Where do Outies come from?

Where do Outies come from?

Outies usually occur when more of the umbilical cord is left when it’s cut, leading to more skin left over once it dries out. In some rare cases, outies are caused by a condition known as an umbilical hernia.

Are Outies rare?

Protruding “outies” can be found on approximately 10 percent of the population. They’re about as common as left-handedness.

Why did my outie become an innie?

Most outies are nothing more than extra scar tissue. The rest are caused by an umbilical hernia which occurs when the stomach muscles don’t fuse together properly after the cord stump falls off, causing abdominal tissues to poke through.

Can a belly button open?

No! The belly button is kind of like a scar. You can’t reopen your belly button. Depending on how the scar tissue forms will decide whether you have an innie or an outie!

Why my belly button is deep?

Most belly buttons are indented so act as a trap for sweat, dead skin, and dirt. Few people wash the belly button with soap so germs can develop. The most common cause for a belly button smell is poor hygiene.

What are the Outie Awards and why are they important?

The “Outies” are awarded at the annual Out & Equal Workplace Summit. Outie Awards recognize individuals and organizations who are leaders in advancing equality for LGBTQ people in workplaces globally. Outie Award finalists are announced prior to the Workplace Summit.

Who is the author of The Outies series?

With a fresh point of view, deep continuity, and page-turning plot twists, J.R. (Jennifer) Pournelle brings a mature generation of Moties to life for a mature generation of readers. Outies introduces new characters, adds depth to beloved old ones, creates a rich, imaginable world, and gives clear voices to aliens and outsiders.

What kind of science does Outies take place in?

Blending hard science and social science, Outies explores complexities of biology, geology, and ecology at the heart of alien Motie society and evolution. While military science fiction in a sense, that sense is very much of the wars of our time.

How many pages are in the book Outies?

At nearly 110,000 words (about 400 print pages), the book is packed with additional material designed to allow the reader to explore New Utah in as much depth as desired. For those new to (or needing a refresher on) the Mote series, a detailed chronology lists key events over the five centuries preceding Outies.