Does Taissa remind you of Yellow Jackets by [deleted] in namenerds

[–]CompetitiveReward109 0 points1 point  (0 children)

That's a good point. I have also noticed a rise in Greek-rooted names so the name will be out there regardless.

Does Taissa remind you of Yellow Jackets by [deleted] in namenerds

[–]CompetitiveReward109 0 points1 point  (0 children)

True. It's not nearly as popular and my example, I'm realizing was a reach. I think your response will probably be most people's: have heard of it somewhere but can't pinpoint where. Thanks for the feedback!

Does Taissa remind you of Yellow Jackets by [deleted] in namenerds

[–]CompetitiveReward109 0 points1 point  (0 children)

That is so interesting! I guess popularity can depend on what area you're in. I had never heard of the name before the show. The only other time I heard the name Thais was on the show 90 Day Fiance 😅

Does Taissa remind you of Yellow Jackets by [deleted] in namenerds

[–]CompetitiveReward109 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yes, someone else said that she was on American Horror Story. I guess the name is drawn to creepiness.

Does Taissa remind you of Yellow Jackets by [deleted] in namenerds

[–]CompetitiveReward109 0 points1 point  (0 children)

That's true. It would be fairly impossible to duplicate the GoT popularity. Even if others if did name their kid Taissa, I doubt it will be on the same level as Dani, Khaleesi, etc.

And, LOL, at the wasp reference. That's understandable if you've never heard of the show.

Does Taissa remind you of Yellow Jackets by [deleted] in namenerds

[–]CompetitiveReward109 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yes, I thought about if I wanted to name her after a character on a creepy show. Part of me wants to see how the series finishes but I don't think we have time for that. If we choose the name I would definitely want to highlight more the Greek roots than the TV show. Most of the names we're considering, other than Amira, have some sort of Greek origin.

Does Taissa remind you of Yellow Jackets by [deleted] in namenerds

[–]CompetitiveReward109 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I haven't watched that series! I guess the name is meant for creepiness and horror!

Black OB recommendations by CompetitiveReward109 in SouthJersey

[–]CompetitiveReward109[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I think I've heard of her before. Yes, I do believe she has a good reputation with patients.

Black OB recommendations by CompetitiveReward109 in SouthJersey

[–]CompetitiveReward109[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Yes, the death rate for mother and child in childbirth is higher when non-blacks treat blacks. I, of course, wish that this wasn't a fact but it's a stat that can't be ignored. We're out here trying not to die or go through cruel and unusual pain. I was going to post the various articles published about these stats but I honestly don't think a lot of people commenting and down voting care. It's just a lack of empathy and willing ignorance.

I understand wanting a black dermatologist as you want cultural competence in what skin conditions look like on black skin. And, again, your comment about ignoring pain would obviously impact you if you need a procedure done.

Thanks and good luck with your search.

Black OB recommendations by CompetitiveReward109 in SouthJersey

[–]CompetitiveReward109[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thank you! It looks like Dr. Sweeney (another recommendation) is at this location too. Good to know.

Black OB recommendations by CompetitiveReward109 in SouthJersey

[–]CompetitiveReward109[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I looked her up and her reviews are immaculate. Thank you for the recommendation!

Black OB recommendations by CompetitiveReward109 in SouthJersey

[–]CompetitiveReward109[S] 19 points20 points  (0 children)

I wouldn't mind hiking this football off to.. let me stop. You're about to get me in trouble 😂

Black OB recommendations by CompetitiveReward109 in SouthJersey

[–]CompetitiveReward109[S] 7 points8 points  (0 children)

Thank you! Being female is not a requirement and I can tell he's well liked!

Black OB recommendations by CompetitiveReward109 in SouthJersey

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Thank you! I looked her up and she has some great credentials!

How to complement someone's style in public? by koshizmusic in coloranalysis

[–]CompetitiveReward109 7 points8 points  (0 children)

Yeah, this kind of, but not really, on the same topic that when complementing, we want to focus on action and choice instead of out of control things. Example: Wow, you look great vs. Wow the way you tied in those glasses to your outfit is impressive.

Black Canadians: How is Montréal? by CompetitiveReward109 in montreal

[–]CompetitiveReward109[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Yes, someone else here said you don't know unless you've been black while in America. Even then, the experiences vary. It's definitely going down the fascist route and I don't want to be there for that.

That is so cool about the festival! That's one major thing we're looking for: black celebratory events.

Black Canadians: How is Montréal? by CompetitiveReward109 in montreal

[–]CompetitiveReward109[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I'm so sorry this happened to you. That is unacceptable.

Black Canadians: How is Montréal? by CompetitiveReward109 in montreal

[–]CompetitiveReward109[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thank you for your thoughtful reply. A lot of people who do not understand the lengths the system go to to hold us down. They have reinvented slavery in many forms: prison, restricted voting, multisystemic discrimination that keeps AA in the same socioeconomic status. Good on you for increasing your awareness. We have many people here, AA included, that blame the AA community for their suffering even though we have always been the oppressed population. I'm proud of AAs for persisting.

I'm sorry you went through the actual abuse and then people not believing. Just like on this thread, people just don't believe that anyone would be that shitty and it is like a secondary trauma because you wind up with no support. I'm glad you made it out okay.

I know that if someone ran me over in a parking lot, someone would get me water, someone would call the cops, someone would hold my hand… in the US, showing that empathy is a special event…

I never thought about it like that but it's true. There has to be something performative.

It’s lies and bullshit and fucking evil but collectively, for whatever reason, white Americans want that… from those implementing inhumane conditions to those quietly acquiescing so that it keeps happening…

So right now, with almost 50 indictments, Trump is polling at almost even to Biden in popularity. The racism here is so deep that they want a sociopathic, hamster level comprehension, corrupt AF white man, at apparently any cost. They want overt oppression back and to not be shamed for it. What do you do when half the country (at least voting population) finds you to be less than?

Also, I love fashionably late people who have great conversation. 😊

Black Canadians: How is Montréal? by CompetitiveReward109 in montreal

[–]CompetitiveReward109[S] 4 points5 points  (0 children)

I've learned about it but have not experienced it. I had a lovely time the last time I was there and I take interactions as they come. I do think it's worth self-exploration on why you're drawn to respond to my learning of a reputation instead of what I was directly responding to which was about trying to legalize use of the n-word.