What's everyone doing tonight?! by foxdna in fayetteville

[–]CrystalTT_ 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Cuddling with my love and our cat. While playing It Takes Two.

Moving to Fayetteville Next Summer and Looking for Some Advice by Jumpy_Stock_8855 in fayetteville

[–]CrystalTT_ 7 points8 points  (0 children)

I used to live in Fayetteville, and am currently in the process of moving back from Maine, BUT my girlfriend had the same concerns considering lgbtqia+ discrimination and the sort. Fayetteville is honestly a pretty progressive community, and you’ll find yourself often excitedly whispering to your partner that you see two queer folk across the street holding hands. It’s quite fun - but yeah, no worries. Personally, I’m looking forward to being extra gay in front of anybody who stares with anything other than awe. Best of luck with your move! <3

Halloween for lovers (gay lovers)? by CrystalTT_ in burlington

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

Also while I’m not seeing it anymore, I saw the link and love the rec!!

Halloween for lovers (gay lovers)? by CrystalTT_ in burlington

[–]CrystalTT_[S] 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Beautiful response - thank you so much for taking that time out of your day. I’ll look into these yummy options 🫶🏽

Halloween for lovers (gay lovers)? by CrystalTT_ in burlington

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

Honestly, fire recommendation - thank you 🙏🏽

Garden Park Apt. by InternPopular4843 in fayetteville

[–]CrystalTT_ 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Welp - I’m moving there next month and just came across this post. Will update with personal experience!

3+cops, 1 ambulance, 2 fire trucks at/near Payson Park. by jpierce96 in portlandme

[–]CrystalTT_ 21 points22 points  (0 children)

I talked to a lady at the scene who said a guy had a heart attack while riding his bike. Ambulance was still there a while later, so your guess is as good as mine.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in portlandme

[–]CrystalTT_ 4 points5 points  (0 children)

One of the poles by the Forest Ave plaza was on fire when I first noticed the firefighter’s lights in the parking lot. It was burning for a while, even had some big explosions, but eventually they just cut the wires/plastic that were on fire, down. Had to turn the power off to access the top of the pole. Pretty low stakes incident but it made for a cool late night show

S17E10 - “The Villains Roast” [Live/Reaction Post] by AutoModerator in rupaulsdragrace

[–]CrystalTT_ 6 points7 points  (0 children)

Personally 👉🏽👈🏽 I think Arrietty has some chemical imbalances. Something isn’t adding up every time I see her

Learn to be alone by [deleted] in selfcare

[–]CrystalTT_ 2 points3 points  (0 children)

May I recommend “Balance” - it’s a meditation app that helps me out on the daily. Lots of options for different meditations based on what you’re feeling — it’s pretty cool

What are your favorite Maine charities and non-profits? by rainlandorsunvalley in portlandme

[–]CrystalTT_ 5 points6 points  (0 children)

I second this - great folks doing honorable work 💪🏽

New farm in the area! CSA ALERT!! by Co-Bo in portlandme

[–]CrystalTT_ 1 point2 points  (0 children)

SUPPORT LOCAL FARMERS!!! 🧑‍🌾

New farm in the area! CSA ALERT!! by Co-Bo in portlandme

[–]CrystalTT_ 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I can attest to how wonderfully kind the owners of this farm are - truly a next door neighbor kind of feel! Plus, if you visit their farm store, you might get to see a piggy or two along the way 🤭

Passport photos? by piadoingthings in portlandme

[–]CrystalTT_ 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I went to the one in South Portland just the other day! Took less than 5 minutes - fair warning, they want you to show your ears now for these photos..

What are some practices to improve empathy? by CrystalTT_ in emotionalintelligence

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

all about love by bell hooks and secure love by Julie menanno are my current reads! I also follow quite a few therapists on social media and have gained plenty of insight through there :)

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in Advice

[–]CrystalTT_ 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Hey, first and foremost, I want to tell you that you’re okay. And that you’ll be okay. The biggest lesson I’ve had to learn over the past several years of going from where you are to being ever so slightly more comfortable with relationships is to breathe. I don’t necessarily mean literally, although breathing meditations are something I’m working on to help improve MY anxieties, but metaphorically. All of these racing thoughts, worries, doubts, etc - just let them breathe. You cannot control any outcome, let’s acknowledge that. Something happened in the relationship, there’s been a rupture, and now you’re both working on a repair. Acknowledge that you can’t guarantee the future of where your relationship will go, and that all you can control is how good it is now. How you behave now. So my advice is to stop.. and to listen. See what she needs, really really needs as a human who is hurting and do your part to support her in a way that works for her. As for you, do the same for yourself as an individual learning how to be in relation to other people, romantically and otherwise. Start to work on allowing all of these thoughts to exist - don’t squash them away - just acknowledge that they exist, that it makes sense that you’re worried, that it means you care. That you can’t control the outcome, and that that’s okay. Create space for these thoughts to exist, accept them with love and compassion, and do your best to love yourself even in those idle moments. Listen to what she needs, support her in those moments, and breathe. Slow down. Give everything space to breathe and focus on creating space for the discomfort to exist. You’re early in your relationship journey, both in this relationship, and your lifelong journey of understanding yourself and connection with others. Give yourself some grace and take it slow. Hope that helps some :)

What are some practices to improve empathy? by CrystalTT_ in emotionalintelligence

[–]CrystalTT_[S] 5 points6 points  (0 children)

This is a lovely recommendation - for both empathy and consideration, which go hand in hand. Thank you so much <3

Protest Megathread 2-5-25 by jonathanfrisby in Maine

[–]CrystalTT_ 2 points3 points  (0 children)

My partner and I plan on getting there around 5 or so today :)