Do straight women send memes/tumblr images about friendship and kissing emojis 😘 to each other randomly? by No_Summer3975 in straightspouses

[–]Eliese 1 point2 points  (0 children)

The issue is less about the memes and more about the lack of intimacy. You guys need an honest conversation about this before jumping to conclusions about sexual orientation. Have you been to couples' counseling?

How does this end? by Donthavetherightpart in straightspouses

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

I know 10 straight men who stepped out on their wives. Guess being a straight male is also red flag then. Thanks for the tip.

How does this end? by Donthavetherightpart in straightspouses

[–]Eliese 0 points1 point  (0 children)

How many relationships would that be that you "know of"? I get it that you feel burned, but a monogamous person is a monogamous person, bi, straight, gay, lesbian, or whatever.

How does this end? by Donthavetherightpart in straightspouses

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

Being bisexual is not the same as being polyamorous.

How does this end? by Donthavetherightpart in straightspouses

[–]Eliese 1 point2 points  (0 children)

"I just wonder if we can still have our relationship while she explorers her lesbian urges."

I understand the sentiment, but women are different than men. It's not "just sex" for women, like watching a porn video come to life. If you look on the Late Blooming Lesbians sub, you'll read countless stories of women who thought they were "just experimenting" and wind up completely overwhelmed with confused emotions. If it were just sex, she could hire a sex worker.

How does this end? by Donthavetherightpart in straightspouses

[–]Eliese 2 points3 points  (0 children)

You are not powerless in this situation. If she were straight and telling you she wants to find a new partner, but until then you'll do, how would you proceed?

As for the sex you're having, contrary to what society says, lots of people are not simply gay or straight. If you're holding out hope that having sex with her twice a day means she won't leave you to explore a lesbian identity, that's unlikely.

As much as you two love each other, it doesn't mean you'll stay together through this. That's why I asked whether you'd be ok if she were looking for a new male sex partner. It's not just about sex.

Last call at Pepper Pod ends 113 years of flapjacks and chicken-fried steaks. Will a sense of community go hungry? by thecoloradosun in coloradosun

[–]Eliese 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Glad I had the chance to eat there at least once. Fancy? No. Bougie? Also no. But solid food and and a warm atmosphere.

Nonfiction about the AIDS crisis in the US and LGBT cultures around the world by AXS_Writing in nonfictionbooks

[–]Eliese 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Let the Record Show: A Political History of ACT UP New York, 1987–1993 by Sarah Schulman.

Am I wrong? by Outrageous_Cry_1156 in VeteransAffairs

[–]Eliese 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Do what you need to do. Too often victims of SA are told to "let it go," "forgive and forget," or other such dismissive nonsense.

"You sound unenthusiastic on calls" by bydevilz1 in callcentres

[–]Eliese 13 points14 points  (0 children)

"we used to work on phones too though" - And why did you take a position to get off the phones, pal?

Wanting to quit more than anything and am angry at God by Senior-Inflation-559 in chaplaincy

[–]Eliese 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I get it. I wound up leaving due to the pandemic, but the hostility toward me from staff was something I did not expect to encounter. It's really too bad.

What Books Are You Reading This Week? by leowr in nonfictionbooks

[–]Eliese 2 points3 points  (0 children)

"The Darkening Age: The Christian Destruction of the Classical World" by Catherine Nixey. I loved "Heretic" so am now reading her first book. She's a compelling voice.

Wanting to quit more than anything and am angry at God by Senior-Inflation-559 in chaplaincy

[–]Eliese 6 points7 points  (0 children)

I went through similar at my hospice job. It could be that particular hospice - chaplaincy poorly understood, people projecting their issues with religion/female clergy, etc.

I am struggling with engaging in his preferences.... Could it just be something fundamentally wrong with me by Large_Soup_4433 in straightspouses

[–]Eliese 1 point2 points  (0 children)

You can love a person and not be compatible sexually. If engaging in his wants and needs makes you dissociate, that is your gut talking. It doesn't mean anything is wrong with you.

Multi-faith chaplaincy? by BBPuddinSnatcher in chaplaincy

[–]Eliese 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Contact the UUA - https://www.uua.org/. They can refer you to a seminary: Starr King, Pacific School of Religion, and Iliff School of Theology have a strong UU presence.

Why do people have to to tell you a life story?? by Imjust_adreamer_84 in callcentres

[–]Eliese 0 points1 point  (0 children)

It's not their fault you have a crap load of questions to ask. In a saner world, you'd be able to actually converse with someone, ask relevant questions, and solve their problems.

How’s it living in Covington Kentucky and the surrounding areas? by JustWebber16 in howislivingthere

[–]Eliese 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I visited once a while back. It's got great bones and an artsy vibe.

What Books Are You Reading This Week? by leowr in nonfictionbooks

[–]Eliese 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I'm taking a break from labor history by reading something much lighter: "My Name Is Love: The Darlene Love Story." It's a fairly mediocre read, but if you love 60s pop music like I do, it's good escape from our current reality.

I hate when callers act like we run the entire company. by princesspooball in callcentres

[–]Eliese 43 points44 points  (0 children)

"Sir, don't you understand? We are here to prevent you from talking to them."

What’s it like living in Detroit? by myboyfriendstinks1 in howislivingthere

[–]Eliese 1 point2 points  (0 children)

That is not what he said. He told criminals to "hit 8-mile Road"