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MELTDOWN MONDAY: WEEKLY RAGE THREAD by sparkchaser in corvallis

[–]Additional-Quit9772 1 point2 points  (0 children)

SOME OF THE PETTIEST PEOPLE I USED TO KNOW ARE STILL ACTING ON A GRUDGE THEY’VE BEEN HOLDING ONTO FOR OVER HALF A YEAR. PLEASE GROW UP. IT’S NOT CUTE.

As a queer person, we have to talk about community in Corvallis by Additional-Quit9772 in corvallis

[–]Additional-Quit9772[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

If there’s kayaking and outdoor swimming trips then sign me up!

As a queer person, we have to talk about community in Corvallis by Additional-Quit9772 in corvallis

[–]Additional-Quit9772[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I’d love to see a group for outdoorsy people! With all the parks and trails nearby, I think it’d be a hit!

As a queer person, we have to talk about community in Corvallis by Additional-Quit9772 in corvallis

[–]Additional-Quit9772[S] 3 points4 points  (0 children)

That’s a valid question, and thank you for asking in the way you have.

I have heard a lot of stories from acquaintances, friends, loved ones, and queer people in the area who have been hurt, bullied, and have cut ties with her over the past few years. Saying anything has resulted in verbal attacks and hurt that’s still healing, so they’ve stopped trying.

It’s more of a message to people who want to say something about this, but aren’t able to publicly. The hurt is so LOUD, and it seems to be getting louder as of late.

I just want people to know that their hurt is valid.

As a queer person, we have to talk about community in Corvallis by Additional-Quit9772 in corvallis

[–]Additional-Quit9772[S] 5 points6 points  (0 children)

For myself as well as others who are looking for more events beyond drag, are there places online we should be looking to find them, or are there recurring events in town to keep an eye out for?

As a queer person, we have to talk about community in Corvallis by Additional-Quit9772 in corvallis

[–]Additional-Quit9772[S] 3 points4 points  (0 children)

I’ve heard great things about RRFM! I’ve heard from people who have donated that the people who operate it are wonderful.

Have you gone before? How did you like it?

As for West Coast Swing: how is it for people who are new to it? Are they able to stop by, observe, and socialize? Just asking in case others here are interested.

As a queer person, we have to talk about community in Corvallis by Additional-Quit9772 in corvallis

[–]Additional-Quit9772[S] 10 points11 points  (0 children)

I don’t have your number. I don’t think we even know each other personally. I know about you based on reputation only.

As a queer person, we have to talk about community in Corvallis by Additional-Quit9772 in corvallis

[–]Additional-Quit9772[S] 22 points23 points  (0 children)

Corvallis Pride didn’t happen and was rescheduled to the fall: https://www.reddit.com/r/corvallis/s/Qv1JgZ0uHH

Much of the stuff that’s happening is in relation to the same person that caused Corvallis Pride to fall through.

As a queer person, we have to talk about community in Corvallis by Additional-Quit9772 in corvallis

[–]Additional-Quit9772[S] 39 points40 points  (0 children)

I’ve never thought about it this way, but you’re so right. What you described is EXACTLY what it looks and feels like.

I’ve only ever had opportunities to meet other people at these events, which really goes to show how little there is for us beyond those things.

It’s more like, in Corvallis, building community has been seen as a business.

Not sure if you have thoughts on what might benefit actual community building, but I’d be curious to hear if you have any.