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It is a damn shame that is god is and I love boosters aren’t getting the same attention that phm and iron lung did. And it’s because people are not ready for black feminine rage. So please listen to the wonderful people telling you to see these movies IN THEATERS and for the love of god have a little media analyst in your brain asking you why these movies have the themes they do!!!!
10 and 21 for the song asks?
10. i just found and that i love
Слово пацана you #changed my life
21. someone recommended to me
I 🤍 u mishka
seems like tumblr finally realized the bad optics of not having the trans colors represented anywhere in their little performative pride like animation.
anyways transfems are still being banned en masse from this website for “any reason or no reason at all” and having their accounts taken down again and again when they attempt to remake. this includes accounts that had originally been around for over a decade, after they did nothing but get a bit too loud about being transfem. don’t shut up about it.
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I've shared it a few times but I've been kind of unable to articulate how much this article means to me because of everything, so.... here goes nothing.
When all this dropped- the original article, that is- I was sitting in the waiting room at a radiology clinic, about to go in for a Chest CT to follow up on a possible issue with my lung. I haven't got results back yet, so I don't know what it is, but I have been conscious of just how bad my physical stamina is, and in my constant urge to figure out what's wrong with me (which- itself is probably a disorder of some kind), I concluded that it's probably something chronic. Maybe long COVID, as I sure don't remember being this quick to tire before I caught it (but, I barely remember things anyway).
That conclusion, amidst contemplation about a number of pain issues I've been having, lead me to actually understand my situation as someone with a physical disability. Sure, maybe all of my physical stuff is actually treatable or maybe curable. Maybe my lung issue is just a respiratory infection and my pain is just caused by poor posture or something. Maybe I can be fixed. I still ask myself that question, but... I'm trying to understand myself and afford myself the care that I need, right? Making that choice to actually help myself instead of just pushing through it because "well I'm not really disabled."
Except of course, I am. Putting aside the physical, I've known for a long, long while that I'm rather mentally ill. I'm a trans girl in 2026- its almost a given, unfortunately- but that combined with some barely unpacked childhood trauma, and.... yeah.
And yet, despite my conscious knowledge of my mental illnesses, for the longest time I struggled to define myself as disabled. Never had a problem acknowledging others' mental illnesses as the disabilities that they are, just my own. Call it internalised ableism or an insatiable urge to minimise my struggles or whatever term exists to describe it, but it was there. Funnily enough, my justifications were "sure, this sucks, but I'm not physically disabled, so I probably shouldn't complain..." (I'm aware of how unquestionably awful that sentiment is both to myself but also to everyone else who has a disability- I don't seek to justify it or to approve of it. internalised hate is a Bad Thing Actually!)
So, when an Xray found a "thing" in my lung (which itself was prompted by a panic attack hospitalisation- but y'know, it's not a real disability sarcasm) that needed further examination, I started thinking about my physical state. And that lead me to a rather delicate but somewhat empowering place of being to understand myself as disabled, both physically and mentally.
And it was there, in that understanding, sitting in the radiology clinic waiting room, that I read (half of- I couldn't finish it) an 8000 word hate piece, hitting me straight in the midst of my developing understanding of myself. Needless to say, it got to me.
I didn't start spiralling until I got home- instead expressing my anger at something I felt like was a deep betrayal. But when I did get home, I spiralled out very hard. I was hurt, hurting, and convinced that my (very similarly disabled) girlfriend who I had just gotten off the phone with actually would end up hating me for being a burden and would dump me.
I didn't really have an out from that spiral, and so I was careening towards an unpleasant endpoint, until i used my Uncanny Ability to Not Be Upset Anymore. The next day I had to call off work, from how bad it all was still affecting me. I lost most of that day to unmotivated rotting, as the girls would say, until a post arrived upon my dash.
The article linked above by Anonsee, or @storyweavingspider on here, is that post. And it is a beautiful, caring, empathetic, gentle one. It took me by the hand and told me that everything will be okay. In just a short article, every single one of my fears were acknowledged. I was told that it was okay to define myself this way- as disabled- to understand myself. I was told that it was okay to not put myself down because "others have it worse." That I should work on the things that make me survive. That, just maybe, I'm not "too young" for the things I might need.
The only thing fae didn't promise me is that my girlfriend would stand by me. (Which is expected- fae's not my girlfriend and can't do that). But what fae did give me is an understanding that it's okay to be disabled. We don't deserve to be dumped for that. It doesn't make us lesser. With that knowledge in mind, I managed to break from my avoidant personality and actually talk to my girlfriend about this whole situation. It helped. It helped immensely. She of course never sees me as a burden, or anything along those lines. She committed herself to me, even if I need more support than expected. This comic appeared on my dash just before I was to talk to her- a comic she has quoted at me on a few occasions- and... yeah. It nearly derailed the whole talk before I composed myself!
I love you, Selene.
I did a pretty bad job at conveying how much Anonsee's article meant to me at the time (not that I blame myself, I wasn't exactly the most stable of thought at the time!), so I wanted to write this to give my thanks properly. To tell my story and acknowledge the article which has honesty played a very significant role in it. It says a lot of things I needed to hear (even without the context of what it was released in reply to), and I wholeheartedly think that if you identify at all with disability, in any form, or even just are struggling with an ongoing (physical or mental) health issue, it's absolutely worth a read.
Thank you, Anonsee.
The other day i bought this yarn cause that’s obviously the trans flag, and I just saw that this colour is called ‘life’! I’m gonna cry
given the current climate this pride especially i feel i must mention that i love my trans friends, i stand with trans people in the fight against transphobic legislation and those who would enforce it, and this blog is not a good place for you to be if you do not vibe with that
happy pride a lesbian i know is djing this strap sucking competition on friday come thru nyc area
ID: A poster with "strap" at the top and silhouettes of someone wearing a strap and someone on their knees, and a photo of a double dildo strap-on on a mannequin.
The event info on the bottom of the poster follows:
9 Bob Note
270 Meserole St, Brooklyn, NY
Friday, June 5th
11PM - 4AM
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greyscale hollanov pt 4 🖤🩶🤍
Dumpster Diving Tip: WHEN to Dumpster Dive?
Over the year:
As the year goes on, take into consideration the temperature highs and lows if your dumpster diving for food. If the weather gets too hot during the day, it may be dangerous to pick food from a previous day, as the conditions can encourage bacterial growth. On the flip side, consider that consistently freezing weather practically turns your dumpster into a fridge, if you enjoy the forbidden perishables of dumpster diving like meats.
Always take rain into account and plan around it when making plans with your dumpster buddies. Rain can ruin loot, especially if dumpsters are left open.
The change of college semesters, or as some call it “hippie Christmas” are golden opportunities for all sorts of goodies that privileged college students leave behind. If there are dorms or fraternities/sororities in your neighborhood, they may be worth checking out around December and May
Time of day:
Can you dumpster dive during the day? Yes, But! you run a high chance of getting caught, since that’s when employees are most likely to be coming and going
I suggest looking up the places you want to dumpster dive at beforehand, taking note of and avoiding going within 2 hours of opening and closing, that way you give employees some time to get out there (and nobody flips their shit and calls the cops)
Here’s what to do if you run into cops anyways
Special occasions:
depending on the company, restaurants and grocery stores are sometimes required to throw out all their refrigerated foods when the power goes out, even if it was only for a moment. So next time there’s a storm or you hear about a power outage, go take a peak at your local hot spots, you may just hit a jackpot.
General dumpster diving safety guide
WHERE to dumpster dive
Feel free to add on anything I missed. Be safe and go dumpster diving! ♻️
My tips
Forget flashlights. Get a good headlamp so both hands are free.
A long stick of some sort can be helpful. Often these are in the dumpsters themselves.
Personally, I’m the type that will willingly jump into dumpsters (I even do this when scavenging or dealing with my work’s dumpsters) BUT this is dangerous, dirty, and yes dumpsters can tip over. Know your agility and comfort level.
Be up to date on your tetanus shots.
Idiots are loud and slow and attract unwanted attention. Get in, get out. There’s different philosophies about ‘I belong here’ vs ‘stealth mode’ but whatever you do, lingering is NOT helpful.
If it’s locked, there’s a good possibility that there are cameras. Breaking that lock costs time, and it means that if you are caught, management is more likely to be hostile than usual and more likely to press charges. Know your local laws.
Leave the place better than you found it, or you’re likely to end up with locked and monitored dumpsters.
You can learn when dumpsters are picked up, so you can check them right beforehand. The best divers have a regular “route” they check. Some nights you don’t get much of anything, some can be total bonanzas.
I like to double check the wishlists of local nonprofits, and keep an eye out for those items when diving/scavenging
Beware of bedbugs!!!!!! They can ruin your living situation. Beware of clothing, upholstery, furniture, etc. You can bag the items up in black garbage bags and leave them in the sun for a few weeks but honestly that shit is not worth it in my book.
Don’t forget curb picking. This can be much safer and faster than actually dealing with dumpsters.
Plastic bags and a change of clothes can be very helpful.
It’s more fun with a friend. But make sure they have a good head on their shoulders. Do they have your back?
Some places have diving communities, in which case, it is poor form to take all the good stuff for your “team”. We’ve met other people while diving, and often you find out what the other folks are looking for while you go through stuff together. Working cooperatively means that everyone gets in, and gets out, as quickly as possible.
In case you’re wondering why the heck one would dumpster dive in the first place, it’s truly astounding the perfectly good things people will just toss into landfills, or things that just need a little repair. If you are creative or know someone who is, you can find all manner of things. It’s an interesting hobby for punk environmentalists, freegans, etc. and more than a few people have made some money from selling the stuff that they’ve found dumpster diving.
Many stores will destroy or damage things on purpose before throwing them in the dumpster. Many will not. Learn how different places operate, map out your route, and check often! Good luck and stay safe!
If the cops in your area are bored af, dive someplace else, or just check out the curbside options... trust your intuition if something doesn’t feel right.
they should invent a secret second weekend so that you can see friends and do fun things while still having enough time to do errands and sleep in without dying of exhaustion all the time
some people on the internet have only been on here for five minutes
i will never get over this one i’m afraid
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Sweet family of Pallas cats (Otocolobus manul) in Qinghai province, China.
@spriteofmushrooms your cousins, perhaps?
you guys need to be kinder to people you don’t find attractive. it’s getting ridiculous.
i’m fat, intersex, and disabled. so many times if i hung out with someone, their outfit gets complimented but not mine (even if i that person literally picked out my outfit so its not a matter of me just not having a good fashion taste). so many times have people treated other people around me kind but their attitude changes immediately if they have the misfortune to interact with me. i don’t do anything to warant this besides looking different. i get treated like i’m not there or not human. it sucks.
i know this affects more than just fat intersex disabled people. trans people, people of color, women in general, but especially those who have any of these traits or even just don’t wear makeup. dehumanization can be subtle. but we notice❤️
Fire chaser beetles possess infrared sensors that detect heat from wildfires up to 80 miles away, guiding them to ideal breeding grounds.
When a forest fire starts, first responders will rush to the scene hoping to tame the flames and direct the blaze away from populated areas. But often when they arrive they find that they’re not the only ones moving towards the blaze. Beetles of the genus Melanophila, commonly known as fire chaser beetles, are attracted to forest fires because they use freshly burnt (and sometimes still-smoldering) wood to lay their eggs. While a charred forest may lack the vital resources that most species need to survive, for fire chaser beetles it’s an ideal place to hatch the next generation. Here, eggs stand little chance of being disturbed by predators that have fled the forest. Beneath the blackened bark, the beetle larvae will grow, hatch, and thrive. How are Melanophila beetles able to arrive so quickly after a fire has begun? They possess two sensory pit organs on their thorax that contain infrared receptors. Inside each receptor is a small pocket of water that expands when heat is detected, triggering a nervous system response to follow the heat source. Even when a fire isn’t emitting smoke, the beetle is able to detect its heat signature—sometimes from a great distance. In a 2012 study published in the journal PLoS ONE researchers Helmut Schmitz and Herbert Bousack set out to uncover just how sensitive the beetles’ infrared reception was by examining records from a historic 1925 fire, which attracted “untold numbers” of Melanophila beetles according to contemporary observers. That year, a lightning strike ignited a 750,000-barrel oil storage tank at a reservoir facility in Coalinga, California, which is located in an arid region a considerable distance from any forest. The flames reportedly reached as high as 500 feet, could be seen 30 miles away, and burned for two days. The researchers found that the beetles that swarmed the scene could have traveled from two areas: a forest near the San Benito Mountain Natural Area about 16 miles away or from the foothills of the Sierra Nevada almost 80 miles away. By calculating the amount of smoke along with the flame height and visibility, researchers concluded that the beetles must have used their infrared receptors to detect the fire, and that the majority traveled dozens of miles from the forests in Sierra Nevada.
