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hello, how was the week-end, folks?
carry on ReckNBall. *hug* ... *passes more hugs around*
Spent the weekend taking care of my mother in law, who just had a knee replacement surgery and promptly broke her tibia thereafter.
I hope your mother-in-law gets better soon, Vixie. And a speedy recovery to everyone here who’s feeling stressed and/or under the weather!
My weekend was stressful, but nice. I’m sitting in the airport waiting for the first leg of my trip to a conference out west to take my Amazon talk out for its first official run, and this past weekend was the annual lesbian film festival in the neck of the woods where I’m studying. It was one more thing to fit in between getting ready for my trip, but it was a nice break and most of the films this year were very fun.
Sadly, I’m missing my mum’s convocation today, since she’s just finished the program she’s been working through for the past few years, but she told me not to worry about it, since this sort of thing happens with conference season and when both of us are studying in different cities. Also, she wants to be able to indulge in a mock complaint in my absence, and tell all her friends that her wicked daughter is off swooning for cowgirls instead of attending her mum’s graduation. :)
Horrible gossip. And she says *I’m* the wicked one. :)
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After years spent studying sexual activities of all kinds, I must proudly ask- what kind of cowgirls?
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The distaff (ugh, what an awful expression) counterparts to the guys in the funny hats and boots? Also, flannel shirts, according to some women I hang out with.
I'm guessing your question leads to things that would burn my shell-like ears and blast my innocent eyes. :)
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Now I'm picturing Qunnessaa working at a ranch and her boss is telling her "No, we rope the cows, not the cowgirls."
Good morning, everyone.
* sends out skittermanders to spread the hugs, love, and all-around positive vibes *
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Mother-in-law update: she's in the hospital, had her metal plate surgically added to her leg (I told her they need to just install a zipper up her leg if they're going to have to keep going into it), recovery time slated for 6-8 weeks before she can put weight on it.
She's a very stubborn, impatient sort, so we'll see how that goes, but since the leg was broken by her being stubborn and impatient, we're hoping it's a lesson learned.
Also: cowgirls are great, in any meaning of the word.
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Mother-in-law update: she's in the hospital, had her metal plate surgically added to her leg (I told her they need to just install a zipper up her leg if they're going to have to keep going into it), recovery time slated for 6-8 weeks before she can put weight on it.
She's a very stubborn, impatient sort, so we'll see how that goes, but since the leg was broken by her being stubborn and impatient, we're hoping it's a lesson learned.
Also: cowgirls are great, in any meaning of the word.
they are!
I am glad your mom in law is healing.
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Good morning, everyone! We're halfway through the week.
* sends out the skittermanders to give everyone hugs, handshakes, head-nods, fist-bumps, thumbs-up, winks, and knowing head-nods - whatever they want and/or need - and my love *
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It's been a while since I've posted, but I wanted to share a milestone with everyone. I had planned on celebrating my new job (yes, I finally got a job! I just haven't started yet because of the drug screen and background check) with a couple new dresses. I had planned on going out with a friend so I crashed at her place. The next day she had to drive out to take care of paperwork for her new car so it would have to be done in the early evening. I wanted to try things on in the store and I wasn't sure if I could do it when there are a lot of people shopping. So I asked her if I could borrow her apartment keys and I would see her when she got back.
I went to Torrid alone and tried on 4 dresses. I left with 2 of them. No one came with me. I did it all on my own. I know that it seems like it should be no big deal, but I overcame a huge fear of mine. I also sent a personal message to Torrid about how wonderful their staff is. They really made sure that I felt comfortable and welcome.
Oh, and the dresses are super cute.
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Cindy that is most awesome!!!
Offers sympathy and hugs to Kittyburger.
Good morning everyone! Here's some kindness you can use to shore up your own supply
It's been a while since I've posted, but I wanted to share a milestone with everyone. I had planned on celebrating my new job (yes, I finally got a job! I just haven't started yet because of the drug screen and background check) with a couple new dresses. I had planned on going out with a friend so I crashed at her place. The next day she had to drive out to take care of paperwork for her new car so it would have to be done in the early evening. I wanted to try things on in the store and I wasn't sure if I could do it when there are a lot of people shopping. So I asked her if I could borrow her apartment keys and I would see her when she got back.
I went to Torrid alone and tried on 4 dresses. I left with 2 of them. No one came with me. I did it all on my own. I know that it seems like it should be no big deal, but I overcame a huge fear of mine. I also sent a personal message to Torrid about how wonderful their staff is. They really made sure that I felt comfortable and welcome.
Oh, and the dresses are super cute.
TORRID WOOOOOOOOOOOOOO
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* grabs Kittyburger in a fluffy bear hug *
* sets off fireworks for Cindy *
Gotta be more careful when I do that - almost singed my fur ;-)
* sends out the skittermanders to give everyone hugs, handshakes, head-nods, fist-bumps, thumbs-up, winks, and knowing head-nods - whatever they want and/or need - and my love *
Happy Friday Eve, all you wonderful people!
Congrats on the new job...
And way to go dress shopping by yourself...I have not done that yet...I am kinda stalled. :(
Congrats on the new job...
And way to go dress shopping by yourself...I have not done that yet...I am kinda stalled. :(
ROAD TRIP!
Wait, you're supposed to do it on your own...
Uh...
STAY AT HOME WHILE YOU GO TO THE STORE...TRIP?
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Congrats on the new job...
And way to go dress shopping by yourself...I have not done that yet...I am kinda stalled. :(
I found a store that treats me like a person and not a freak. I had gone there with a friend a few times already so I figured that it was time to see if I could at least go to a familiar place. I won't shop at any other Torrid because I don't know the team at those stores and I'm terrified of how they would treat me. One in particular concerns me because the Lane Bryant in the same mall treats me like I'm some sort of evil.
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I found a store that treats me like a person and not a freak. I had gone there with a friend a few times already so I figured that it was time to see if I could at least go to a familiar place. I won't shop at any other Torrid because I don't know the team at those stores and I'm terrified of how they would treat me. One in particular concerns me because the Lane Bryant in the same mall treats me like I'm some sort of evil.Congrats on the new job...
And way to go dress shopping by yourself...I have not done that yet...I am kinda stalled. :(
You ARE a person.
Let NOONE tell you otherwise.
I would report this Lane Bryant...individual...immediately. If you get the name, I will report them anonymously, you need do nothing.
I found a store that treats me like a person and not a freak. I had gone there with a friend a few times already so I figured that it was time to see if I could at least go to a familiar place. I won't shop at any other Torrid because I don't know the team at those stores and I'm terrified of how they would treat me. One in particular concerns me because the Lane Bryant in the same mall treats me like I'm some sort of evil.Congrats on the new job...
And way to go dress shopping by yourself...I have not done that yet...I am kinda stalled. :(
You ARE a person.
Let NOONE tell you otherwise.
I would report this Lane Bryant...individual...immediately. If you get the name, I will report them anonymously, you need do nothing.
It's more than one Lane Bryant and it's been a few years with one of them and less than a year with another. My friends thought I was being over sensitive because of my fear then they went in with me and before anyone realized that we were shopping for me they treated me like crap. They treated the women just fine. They realized that it was not me being sensitive. I really was treated like some sort of evil even though all I did was walk in the front door.
I make sure to tell the stores that treat me well that I appreciate it. I don't do business with the ones that don't. I'm finding out that companies that seem to have an unwritten policy about how to deal with trans people or crossdressers or anyone who isn't like them don't care and won't make the changes. So I'll just give my money to the companies that want it.
I wonder if that Lane Bryant attidue is not part of their DNA.. they did start out as maternity clothing sellers after all, so people unable to become mothers, the old fashioned way, don't really stroke them the right way...
*hugs to Cindy and Kittyburger*
**=sends good feelings to every one* Have a merry weekend all.
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One of my friends used to be a manager at Lane Bryant and she said that it was a constant problem in the stores she worked in. She tried to change the culture but couldn't so she left (there were other reasons as well).
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My wife worked at a Lane Bryant for a little bit. They actually had a few trans women that were frequent shoppers because of how well they were treated compared to everywhere else (not to mention carrying bigger sizes).
It sucks that you’ve got shitty ones near you >:C
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To those who are mothers on here, and to those who have their mothers, and those who don’t, and especially to those that this with will be a fraught day for you, take care, you’re awesome.
*channels positive feelings and offers hugs to anyone and everyone that wants or needs some*
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This evening I'm planning on going for a walk as myself. I have a lot of support. My friend, her fiance, and her 18-year-old son all said that they will put on dresses and we can all go for a walk together. The only things that will hold me back are my fear and my knee. My knee really has been in pain for about a month and the VA can't see me until the end of the month.
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Good morning, Cindy. Good morning, Rysky. Good morning, John. Good morning, Selene. Good morning, Vixie. Good morning, Klorox. Good morning, Freehold. Good morning, The Raven Black. Good morning, TheCrystalSeas. Good morning, Qunnessaa.
* takes a deep breath *
You know, this is going to take too long so I think I'll just say Good Morning All You Wonderful, Awesome People!
* sends out skittermanders to spread the love, hugs, and positive vibes *
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Good morning, Fred!
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FREEHOLD HUNGERS
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Throws many handfuls of glittery love and fun
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Good afternoon, John.
* grabs John in a fluffy bear hug *
I see you, CrystalSeas. You can't escape from me.
* grabs CrystalSeas in a fluffy bear hug *
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FREEHOLD NO LONGER HUNGERS
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Really looking forward to the glbt/NEA conference this weekend in vegas. Sad that I will not be seeing any of y'all there, but we do have over 180 educators from throughout the US (as far as Alaska and the UK) coming in. So it should be a very informative and engaging time.
Madam,
Despite appearances to the contrary vis a vis the current government’s craven position, the United Kingdom is most assuredly NOT part of the Colonies, nor shall it ever be while I draw breath.
The letter to the Times (of London, madam!) I shall be writing over this shall be most serious. Most serious, indeed.
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Madam,
Despite appearances to the contrary vis a vis the current government’s craven position, the United Kingdom is most assuredly NOT part of the Colonies, nor shall it ever be while I draw breath.The letter to the Times (of London, madam!) I shall be writing over this shall be most serious. Most serious, indeed.
Funny: The educator who is coming in from the UK is an American Educator who teachers kids at the US Bases there (ie US schools based out of the various Military installations throughout the world to service the US Dependents of servicemen and women who take their families with them to assignments).
Though this does remind me of a funny post I saw running around:
To the citizens of the United States of America from Her Sovereign Majesty Queen... Elizabeth II:
( Not meant for those lacking a sense of humor, and or those that refuse to read a note in its entirety before making a comment)
In light of your immediate failure to financially manage yourselves and also in recent years your tendency to elect incompetent Presidents of the USA and therefore not able to govern yourselves, we hereby give notice of the revocation of your independence, effective immediately. (You should look up 'revocation' in the Oxford English Dictionary.)
Her Sovereign Majesty Queen Elizabeth II will resume monarchical duties over all states, commonwealths, and territories (except Kansas , which she does not fancy).
Your new Prime Minister, David Cameron, will appoint a Governor for America without the need for further elections.
Congress and the Senate will be disbanded. A questionnaire may be circulated sometime next year to determine whether any of you noticed.
To aid in the transition to a British Crown dependency, the following rules are introduced with immediate effect:
1. The letter 'U' will be reinstated in words such as 'colour,' 'favour,' 'labour' and 'neighbour.' Likewise, you will learn to spell 'doughnut' without skipping half the letters, and the suffix '-ize' will be replaced by the suffix '-ise.'Generally, you will be expected to raise your vocabulary to acceptable levels. (look up 'vocabulary'). (I love that one)
Using the same twenty-seven words interspersed with filler noises such as ''like' and 'you know' is an unacceptable and inefficient form of communication. There is no such thing as U.S. English. We will let Microsoft know on your behalf. The Microsoft spell-checker will be adjusted to take into account the reinstated letter 'u'' and the elimination of '-ize.' ' (I love that one too)
3. July 4th will no longer be celebrated as a holiday.
4. You will learn to resolve personal issues without using guns, lawyers, or therapists. The fact that you need so many lawyers and therapists shows that you're not quite ready to be independent. Guns should only be used for shooting grouse. If you can't sort things out without suing someone or speaking to a therapist, then you're not ready to shoot grouse.
5. Therefore, you will no longer be allowed to own or carry anything more dangerous than a vegetable peeler. Although a permit will be required if you wish to carry a vegetable peeler in public.
6. All intersections will be replaced with roundabouts, and you will start driving on the left side with immediate effect. At the same time, you will go metric with immediate effect and without the benefit of conversion tables. Both roundabouts and metrication will help you understand the British sense of humour.
7. The former USA will adopt UK prices on petrol (which you have been calling gasoline) of roughly $10/US gallon. Get used to it.)
8.You will learn to make real chips. Those things you call French fries are not real chips, and those things you insist on calling potato chips are properly called crisps. Real chips are thick cut, fried in animal fat, and dressed not with catsup but with vinegar.
9. The cold, tasteless stuff you insist on calling beer is not actually beer at all. Henceforth, only proper British Bitter will be referred to as beer, and European brews of known and accepted provenance will be referred to as Lager. New Zealand beer is also acceptable, as New Zealand is pound for pound the greatest sporting nation on earth and it can only be due to the beer. They are also part of the British Commonwealth - see what it did for them. American brands will be referred to as Near-Frozen Gnat's Urine, so that all can be sold without risk of further confusion.
10. Hollywood will be required occasionally to cast English actors as good guys. Hollywood will also be required to cast English actors to play English characters. Watching Andie Macdowell attempt English dialogue in Four Weddings and a Funeral was an experience akin to having one's ears removed with a cheese grater.
11. You will cease playing American football. There are only two kinds of proper football; one you call soccer, and rugby (dominated by the New Zealanders). Those of you brave enough will, in time, be allowed to play rugby (which has some similarities to American football, but does not involve stopping for a rest every twenty seconds or wearing full kevlar body armour like a bunch of nancies).
12. Further, you will stop playing baseball. It is not reasonable to host an event called the World Series for a game which is not played outside of America . Since only 2.1% of you are aware there is a world beyond your borders, your error is understandable. You will learn cricket, and we will let you face the Australians (World dominators) first to take the sting out of their deliveries.
13. You must tell us who killed JFK. It's been driving us mad.
14. An internal revenue agent (i.e. tax collector) from Her Majesty's Government will be with you shortly to ensure the acquisition of all monies due (backdated to 1776).
15. Daily Tea Time begins promptly at 4 p.m. with proper cups, with saucers, and never mugs, with high quality biscuits (cookies) and cakes; plus strawberries (with cream) when in season.
God Save the Queen!
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1. The letter 'U' will be reinstated in words such as 'colour,' 'favour,' 'labour' and 'neighbour.' Likewise, you will learn to spell 'doughnut' without skipping half the letters,I can get behind thi-
and the suffix '-ize' will be replaced by the suffix '-ise.'
F&@$ing fight me.
1. The letter 'U' will be reinstated in words such as 'colour,' 'favour,' 'labour' and 'neighbour.' Likewise, you will learn to spell 'doughnut' without skipping half the letters, and the suffix '-ize' will be replaced by the suffix '-ise.'Generally, you will be expected to raise your vocabulary to acceptable levels. (look up 'vocabulary').
NOOOOOOO!!!!
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Update on how the walk went. I did it. We walked 1.5 miles. It started off on back roads, but about 1/3 of the way through I suggested that we walk along a busy road on the way back.
I have a blister because cute sandals don't mean great for walking.
But I did it.
I also got my ears pierced this week. I'll be able to wear dice earrings for my birthday! Woot!
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Hi there. I'm glad to see a thread like this on here. I'm new to paizo's stuff, but not to gaming.
I'm a physical and emotional abuse survivor. While I don't associate with my family besides my siblings because of this, I am very proud of my French and Jewish heritage.
I've been playing video games since I could hold a controller, and tabletop RPGs since I was a teenager. I've only ever played in two sessions, and have been a GM 99% of my play time. I am constantly trying to improve my Gamemastery skills, sometimes devoting TOO much time per week to the task.
My hobbies include going to burlesque shows, dancing, fixing up cars, and playing tabletops. My favorite type of music is Classical, but I love dancing to Chiptune music. My favorite foods are Aligot and Pepperoni Pizza. My favorite video games are Dwarf Fortress, Age of Empires 2, Tales of Symphonia, and Ape Escape.
Just wanted to say hey before going to bed.
I hope to get Kikuo Inoue's autograph soon!
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Hello Talisa the Frank welcome to Paizo and this thread.
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New here. Hey nerds. Just got Mummy’s Mask pawns in the post (they look good enough to eat) and gonna run through the adventure by myself starting next week. First time playing PF can’t wait!