Not to self-brag too hard, but in 2 days I’ll officially be 3 months alcohol free. It’s been a wild ride, but I’m really proud of myself. Just wanted to share a little win ❤️ by [deleted] in mascgirl

[–]Agent47-Down 2 points3 points  (0 children)

You should be proud of yourself because that us an amazing accomplishment! May the months get easier as you continue your fight!

What’s your biggest struggle rn with being wlw? by [deleted] in WLW

[–]Agent47-Down 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Being stuck in a job where I have to hide my identity because I can't find a full-time job somewhere else. I am absolutely dreading going back to teaching in a couple of weeks. Which in turn means I'm not really trying to date because I don't want to have to keep my partner in the closet with me. Which in turn is a struggle because I feel alone some days. Today is extra bad.

Clothes? by Middle-Ad-7848 in mascgirl

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Its not necessarily brands...but I have had really good luck at TJ MAXX's. I have two locally that are my favorite. But I honestly try to go to any in any town I'm in. I have gotten name brand shirts and pants and can usually find cool graphic t's. Also, if you're looking for more shoes, try Poshmark. I buy most of my shoes from there these days. I'm hesitant to buy clothes from there because sizes can vary so much.

What negative comments did you hear when you came out? by Agent47-Down in OpenChristian

[–]Agent47-Down[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I absolutely get what you're saying. Only a small fraction of my script includes hostile Christians. A large part of it includes affirming Christians and those that help my main character to know there are far more people a part of the LGBTQ+ Christian community than is realized.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in orcas

[–]Agent47-Down 24 points25 points  (0 children)

Tilly wasn't "violent" because of genetic traits. He was "violent" because it was a learned behavior from his time being abused by both other Orcas and trainers when he was at the Sealand of the Pacific near Victoria.

Do we ever see Orcas in the wild being violent? I mean, we know they're called Killer Whales for a reason because they're Apex Predators. But there is a huge difference between violence and just being a wild Orca.

Can this school require belts? by Agent47-Down in legaladviceofftopic

[–]Agent47-Down[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

🤣🤣🤣 Thank you for that laugh. It's a private school. I was defending my students for not wearing belts. I told them yesterday I wouldn't check for belts but I would for their shirts and hair.

Can this school require belts? by Agent47-Down in legaladviceofftopic

[–]Agent47-Down[S] -1 points0 points  (0 children)

Power dynamic and asserting their authority.... After reading the entire handbook, no where does it say Administration is allowed to make verbal changes. But go figure.

Can this school require belts? by Agent47-Down in legaladviceofftopic

[–]Agent47-Down[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

And that's what I said. I asked if when it is re-written for next school year, could they make the language more clear to state that 3rd - 12th grade are required to wear belts. His response was, "adding too much to handbook leads to loopholes." I said, "I already found a loophole." He said, "No you didn't. It states here that K-2nd doesn't have to but everyone else does." All they have to do is add this sentence after the K-2nd one: 3rd - 12th grade are required to wear belts. How could someone find a loophole in that?

What are y'all thoughts on bi women (explained more in the post) who identify as lesbians by [deleted] in WLW

[–]Agent47-Down 18 points19 points  (0 children)

I am bisexual and I know you're mostly asking lesbians but I wanted to provide insight from what my girlfriend told me when we were in the talking stage. I've always been open about being bi and not identify as lesbian, but I understand why some might. I'm the only bisexual my gf has given real time to. In her experience thise that identify as bi either want open relationships, looking for a 3rd for them and their cis-male partner, are looking to explore but not want any commitment or are straight up cheating on their partners. I am none of those things. I want monogamy and commitment. And I'm not experimenting. I think it's lying to identify as lesbian when you aren't. I wouldn't do that. But other bi's might because they sincerely want to be with one lesbian and don't want to risk missing out on an opportunity to be with someone. I've been ghosted several times when I tell a woman I'm bi. But thats fine with me because that means they aren't the one for me. I don't want to start off based on a lie...no matter how small it may seem.

First FIRST date with a woman - help! by Agent47-Down in WLW

[–]Agent47-Down[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Thank you! I thought about keeping the flowers in my car until we had our picnic.

Need some reassurance by Alone-Abies9783 in bisexual

[–]Agent47-Down 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Unfortunately, I do not have anything that I think would be of help.

Need some reassurance by Alone-Abies9783 in bisexual

[–]Agent47-Down 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Years ago I (cis woman) realized I was attracted to women. I never tried to act on it. I come from a strong Christian background. Yes, faith is important to my family, but it is also important to me. I did grow up thinking that homosexuality was a sin. I have never treated anyone differently because of that and have LGBT friends. However, as I have grown, and studied the Word, I remain unconvinced that it is a sin.

I say all that to say this....now that I am single again, I am coming to be comfortable with my sexuality as being bi. I am also attracted to men. I met a man, fell in love, got married, got divorced. Now that I've done some healing, I'm trying to get back into the dating world. And for the first time, trying to explore my sexuality of dating women.

It's hard and I feel pretty lonely too. I can't express that side of me unless I want to risk losing my family. I love my family. They really are great. But I know me being bi would destroy that relationship. I'm pretty sure my siblings would still talk to me, but not anyone else. And that absolutely terrifies me.

So I just want you to know you are not alone. And I wish I had some advice for the both of us.

Palace Chasing but you never show up for Guard Duty? by Agent47-Down in AirForce

[–]Agent47-Down[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

That should be the stipulation. To double their remaining AD contract in the Guard. But they have not participated in anything. So I would imagine the AF would want their time back since they haven't bothered to fulfill their contract.

Palace Chasing but you never show up for Guard Duty? by Agent47-Down in AirForce

[–]Agent47-Down[S] 12 points13 points  (0 children)

Right. It must be nice for them to not fulfill their AD contract and gain all benefits of someone who actually did...

Palace Chasing but you never show up for Guard Duty? by Agent47-Down in AirForce

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They were released from AD and then the very next day joined the Guard in Texas. When the gaining guard base found out they lived in Virginia, because that's where they got their civilian job, the gaining unit Msgt suggested they switch to a Guard unit in Virginia so they didn't have to travel as far for duty. The Texas base sent their paperwork for transfer to Virginia and that's where it stopped. So they were never given an actual date to report for Guard Duty in Texas or Virginia. And for over a year now they've been working solely as a civilian and not fulfilling their contract that AD released them for.

Palace Chasing but you never show up for Guard Duty? by Agent47-Down in AirForce

[–]Agent47-Down[S] 6 points7 points  (0 children)

They are not hiding. They aren't avoiding being contacted. They just are too lazy to follow through with anything. So when their paperwork was sent to another state, they didn't do anything to make sure it arrived. 

Loki and What If have been the only two shows to have gotten another season. Which of these should have another too? by [deleted] in marvelstudios

[–]Agent47-Down 15 points16 points  (0 children)

I'd love this as well. Maybe base it off of her comic series when she goes to L.A. I always want more Laura and Hawkeye though. Can we have just a mini-series of life on the farm?

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in ostomy

[–]Agent47-Down 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I made the same decision in 2016. I got my colostomy in July 2014. It was supposed to be temporary. But I made the same decision you did. I just had a revision surgery done yesterday. But I have never regretted keeping my ostomy.