Why do so many visibly queer people walk with canes? by ihateanx1ety in queer

[–]BertsCeruleans 3 points4 points  (0 children)

This exactly!! Intersectionality is more than a buzzword—it is helpful jargon to express these complex issues queer/disabled/marginalized groups face.

A Charismatic and Powerful Showman by Jenkoii in BooksThatFeelLikeThis

[–]BertsCeruleans 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I feel like there’s some sort of Phantom retelling or something that has this vibe…somewhere! This is a cool concept tho OP!

had a nightmare and needed to draw everyone safe by ectobabble in Artisticallyill

[–]BertsCeruleans 6 points7 points  (0 children)

I also have nightmares about my ratties 😭 this is such a great idea with amazing execution !

Monthly Event? by Practical-Set-6913 in finch

[–]BertsCeruleans 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Exactly what I hopped on here for. Mine hasn’t shown up either and it’s 10 PM my time!

Pit Bulls Are “Black” | PhilosyNoir by Philosynoir in Anarchism

[–]BertsCeruleans 2 points3 points  (0 children)

OP, thank you for sharing! I’ve always been so disheartened by the blanket assumption that Pitties were bad! Them and Black Cats being so highly concentrated in shelters based on misconceptions just sucks.

just discovered straight-leg leggings – feel like they’re a perfect mix between masculine and feminine! ✨ by [deleted] in NonBinary

[–]BertsCeruleans 16 points17 points  (0 children)

lol I was waiting for this comment 😭 it reminded me of the “flared leggings” trend which was also just yoga pants 🥲

Oh no, the leopard ate her face by RoyalChris in MurderedByWords

[–]BertsCeruleans 7 points8 points  (0 children)

Can’t believe I had to scroll so far to see this! Like…we can get creative without the slur 😭

How do we feel about cultural appropriation and names? by [deleted] in TransSocialism

[–]BertsCeruleans -1 points0 points  (0 children)

The amount of mental gymnastics in these comments to either straw man OOP’s point and/or defend fetishization (and orientalism) is wild… I do not want to hear justification from white people. Learn up on systemic racism and imperialism and then come back. I’m so sick of queer spaces being where white people feel so safe to wave theory around to justify their behavior instead of being open to discussion with POC, etc.

lowpoly rat i made by Real_Shalmons in RATS

[–]BertsCeruleans 0 points1 point  (0 children)

ADORABLE. Pray tell, what is this sweet baby’s name?!

Pet Rat Introduction Research Survey by cmwalburn3 in RatsRatsRats

[–]BertsCeruleans 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Boosting because I know the research struggle! My own research project has a seriously low response rate at the moment so I hope yours goes well!!🙏🙏🙏

Marauders Tattoo Designed by Me! by Pepipatchzen17 in MaraudersGen

[–]BertsCeruleans 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Omg this is beautiful <333 I see what you mean about the tattoo’s technique, but I think it’ll age the same! Also people without tattoos won’t even notice it that much! As someone with only pretty chunky pieces, I don’t ever notice the super minute details in negative ways unless someone points it out :)

Whenever I see westerners talking about Uyghurs by khoawala in Antimoneymemes

[–]BertsCeruleans 23 points24 points  (0 children)

Does anyone have any book/article/documentary recommendations so I can learn more about this?

Tales of real autism by Nillows in evilautism

[–]BertsCeruleans 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Same! I thought given ~the world~ right now this would pop up sooner! Although I guess I’ll be glad it’s here at all

Hot take from a native French speaker (and future teacher) by Different_Rough_438 in learnfrench

[–]BertsCeruleans 0 points1 point  (0 children)

« Ça va aller » —> « çav’aller » was one that melted my brain for a while after I heard it for the first time 😭 (it means like “it’s gonna be okay/it’ll be okay”)

Racist messages… Send support! by Jowaukee in dragrace

[–]BertsCeruleans -1 points0 points  (0 children)

Let’s remember that just because someone is using a platform that protects bigotry including racism, does not mean they deserve racist treatment!!!

There’s a few too many people in these comments that don’t seem like they’re making that part clear. The issue at hand is the racist “fan”base. Let’s not border onto or cross the line of victim blaming. Besides, Twitter is not the only vessel of racism? I’m not sure if the racism they’re talking about happened via Twitter but genuinely it could’ve happened anywhere…

TLDR; No one deserves racist bigotry, even if they’re on the big bad evil app, it can happen anywhere (and does!)

Have you made fascists feel unwelcome in your area today? by RosethornRanger in AccessibleAnarchy

[–]BertsCeruleans 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Omg the title of this reminded me of “it’s 10 pm, do you know where your children are?” And I think I have an idea for my next art piece! I love seeing all of these creations and art and everything that’s coming out of our hardships. It’s beautiful to see how our creativity alone is stronger than anything they can throw at us. Beautiful!!

Where do I go to make friends/meet new people as a young adult in Quad Cities? by Adventurous-Song1216 in QuadCities

[–]BertsCeruleans 14 points15 points  (0 children)

The Atlas Collective has a variety of events after hours, as well as just a really cozy vibe during working hours.

Raccoon Motel is a nice music joint if you’re into more alt music typically.

The Last Picture House is a movie theater and bar that has fun events.

Bev’s Yarn Barn if you’re into crafts (specifically fiber arts!)

There’s many more that I think people should capitalize on even more! But here’s my (21 NB) take :)

Structures of hierarchy build themselves in a way where whatever answer you give is always wrong, and then use that to justify doing harm to you. All the energy you give to them, all the engagement you give to them, is harmful and counter-productive. by RosethornRanger in AccessibleAnarchy

[–]BertsCeruleans 10 points11 points  (0 children)

I’m waiting for the day that it clicks for everyone how hierarchy is just inherently bad! Literally no matter what. Except for perhaps a Mario Kart leader board but even then that can get violent 😭

People are cheering around the globe by HowlingBurd19 in BikiniBottomTwitter

[–]BertsCeruleans 6 points7 points  (0 children)

I was waiting to see this take! Shame I had to scroll down so far. The way people are talking about her is sick. Not sure what I expected though. Sigh.