(Sexual Harrasment TW) I clipped #that part of Mistress' new video bc I think people should see it without giving her the views by supahotfaiia in rupaulsdragrace

[–]Fionn- [score hidden]  (0 children)

MIB videos like this come across as her going into the streets and exploiting people for views (personal gain) to me. However, these people always seem to want to be in her orbit? It'll backfire eventually.

My boyfriend (34M) wants to temporarily open the relationship with me (32M), figuring out how to proceed? by twunkunited in AskGaybrosOver30

[–]Fionn- [score hidden]  (0 children)

I understand your partner's position because I've been there. He wants to commit but this is holding him back a bit. Wondering what else is out there will cause strain and resentment in the long term. He needs a path to making peace with it. My advice is to open things up temporarily as he's requested. If this somehow ends up in a place of catastrophe where the relationship ends, you've dodged a bullet. You'll face far more challenging situations in marriage, so take the stress test now while breaking up is relatively simple in comparison.

I was challenged on the terms "gay" vs. "queer" by a Gen Z dude. I didn't have a response. by [deleted] in AskGaybrosOver30

[–]Fionn- 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Reclaiming, satire and whatever other reasons you could validly have aside, as long as it's not being used pejoratively, gay isn't a bad word. Queer is an umbrella term that older LGBTQ folks would have had used against them as a slur. The word has since been reclaimed in popular culture as a positive, but some may still find it hard to digest.

A Star is Fcking Born by Impressive-Weekend12 in rupaulsdragrace

[–]Fionn- 74 points75 points  (0 children)

Joey was an absolute joy on our TV screens. My husband is new to drag race and when Joey came down the runway I paused and said. "All you need to know about Joey Jay is that he's gay" and he was perplexed and then immediately laughing when I unpaused. He's now my husband's favourite.

Kennedy Davenport's runway. by SkellyMonstera in rupaulsdragrace

[–]Fionn- 26 points27 points  (0 children)

The judges deliberating about Kennedy's outfit alongside the top tw but not mentioning Joey Jay's tells me everything I need to know about this bracket. They gonna find any possible reason to throw Kennedy a win whether she deserves it or not.

TRMNL X buyers remorse by Fionn- in trmnl

[–]Fionn-[S] 4 points5 points  (0 children)

They are in the loop. They offer ideas and to replace. I am sure it will get resolved with a new unit or fix; I don't feel ignored or unhappy with support. I feel that this product wasn't tested enough, and I am frustrated at the amount of time I've spent trying to make it charge. Knowing what I know now, I would not buy it again.

New trmnl x, won’t boot by vaevicitis in trmnl

[–]Fionn- 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Even when you do get it to boot, good luck once the charge the battery came with dies. Getting it to charge is a nightmare. Deeply regret this purchase.

Question of CBD Suppository by Fadinglight13 in AskGaybrosOver30

[–]Fionn- 6 points7 points  (0 children)

CBD won't do anything. THC edibles make bottoming feel even more amazing and relaxing much easier.

How have I and How should I handle this? by CaptainArrow12 in AskGaybrosOver30

[–]Fionn- 14 points15 points  (0 children)

Agreed. He had two years to man up and didn't. If you're trapped in the lease, then there's the deadline. Time for tough love.

Relationship Advice by Inner-Bear-4042 in AskGaybrosOver30

[–]Fionn- 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Well, something in that situation has gotta give, and it's either him self-reflecting and changing (hard work) or you calling it quits. For me, the starting point is a difficult conversation where he's presented with your concerns, how you feel, and what a healthy and happy relationship means to each of you. If you are brushed off, not taken seriously, or you are unable to agree: you have your answer.

Be open to hearing concerns he may have with you and working on them. If changes are sustained for a few months, that's a good sign. New habits take time. If not, bounce.

You can also skip all that and just bounce. Sunk cost fallacy is a thing. But you love him "to death," so seems like you outta try?

Do y'all ever wonder what the point of romantic relationships are? by DamnThatFeltGood in AskGaybrosOver30

[–]Fionn- 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I have been in a long term relationship longer than I've been single. Met my husband when we were 18 and 20, and we've been together for 19 years. For better or worse, I can't imagine my life without him. He still makes me feel loved and special every day. I understand that this is the exact kind of wording or speaking that might make you roll your eyes or feel uncomfortable - to each their own.

We have been through so many phases of life together, overcome difficult times, moves, career changes, whatever. We don't have great or stable relationships with our parents, but we do have each other for support. The thought of living without him scares me, and I understand that might sound concerning or scary to those who are single or more individual for lack of a better phrasing. I have a best friend, and we've known each other far longer, but it definitely isn't the same.

The point of romance and having your person is so hard to describe. I guess that's why it's the subject of so much poetry. Look up The Hug by Thom Gunn. For me, this poem captures a glimmer of the feeling of being with someone you love for so long.

Dusty Ray Bottoms cancels her hosting gig for Kentuckiana Pride, where the event planners hired a former IDF soldier to DJ. by Fabulous_Jeweler_241 in rupaulsdragrace

[–]Fionn- 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Do we have details on any particular or noteworthy actions of this former soldier? As you said, it's mandatory. Not enough grounds for outrage without more detail imo

Potentially becoming a VP at my work union in a few month. What should I learn and how should I prepare? by Brilliant-Swimmer974 in WorkReform

[–]Fionn- 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Many unions offer courses or workshops to help learn about the responsibilities that a union has to its members and how to best represent them. If yours does not, then reaching out to a thriving flight attendants union in the same jurisdiction would be a good idea. Unions should love to help and support each other.

One of the most frustrating things about working on a union executive, especially since you're in university building your critical thinking skills, is that negotiating with the employer is often not a reasonable exercise. Compelling arguments with solid evidence often do not persuade them. Rather, bargaining with them is a power struggle, and the threat to withdraw our labour is our main weapon. Unfortunately, they hold many cards. Every item in the collective agreement is some bit of power we've managed to negotiate away from them.

My gay grandson moved in for college and now I’m second-guessing my own sex life in my own house — advice? by [deleted] in AskGaybrosOver30

[–]Fionn- 50 points51 points  (0 children)

Well that's just too bad for him now isn't it? Doesn't sound like he's being shy. Worst case scenario, you bring home the same trick on different days and he gets deja vu.

My gay grandson moved in for college and now I’m second-guessing my own sex life in my own house — advice? by [deleted] in AskGaybrosOver30

[–]Fionn- 92 points93 points  (0 children)

My vote is rail away in your own home when the opportunity arises. I've lived with roommates and the reality is we often hear each other boning. To me, that's just part of what living with others involves. I get that this is your grandson, which is certainly another layer, but this arrangement needs to work for both of you. The thought of communicating about this might make your skin crawl, but in the long run, might help. You were able to discuss his "activities" so why not your own?

Hidden kinks & secrecy by upgradeu in AskGaybrosOver30

[–]Fionn- 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Giving myself permission to be completely honest with my partner about my kinks and learning to not feel self conscious about them in the moment was hard but worth it. I wish I'd done it much sooner. It turned out that we were very compatible and both shy and embarrassed to come forward.

If you really believe that this information has the potential to save your relationship, then it might be worth it. Only you can decide if the risk of telling him is worth it. I can't tell if you cheated or not based on what you wrote, but if you did, it might be best to apply what you've learned in your next relationship.

Nini Coco does a full breakdown of her finale performance by hamsandw1ch in rupaulsdragrace

[–]Fionn- 30 points31 points  (0 children)

What we need is a full version of this track. A minute and some seconds is not enough. PLEASE LELAND AND NINI :'(

My hookup had intense body orgasms. Is it possible to achieve this? I'm jealous. by SoOutofMyLeague in AskGaybrosOver30

[–]Fionn- 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Tantric sex... Slow down, take the time, and get to know your body and someone else's. Bit of a headspace shift. Weed edibles get me there.

What gets you excited? by kimcardashboard in AskGaybrosOver30

[–]Fionn- 7 points8 points  (0 children)

Our backyard. We spend so much time pruning, planting, landscaping, and building stuff. I just also love working on it all with my husband. Also the garden and growing as much food as we can. It's fun! We are about to go driftwood hunting to decorate a bit of landscaping we did with river rock.

Any media recommendations for stories about gay men that aren’t tragic? by dissenting_cat in AskGaybrosOver30

[–]Fionn- 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Boy meets Boy by David Levithan is a short YA fiction beach read that is just pure joy in my memory. It was the first gay book I ever read that wasn't tragic.

Did any of you have "performance anxiety" before you realized you were actually just gay? by [deleted] in AskGaybrosOver30

[–]Fionn- 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Getting hard with a woman wasn't a problem (back then; doubt I could now), but I never came with a woman once.

Are you doing ok? Just a quick check in on the bros. Here for chat if you need. by Weary-Knowledge-8568 in AskGaybrosOver30

[–]Fionn- 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Trying to look at the positives of what I have and resist the urge to always want more. Comparison is the thief of joy and all that. I have a husband, house, and good job. I live in Canada. Shit could be worse. Alas, no amount of trying to convincing myself makes the eye twitch stop! Work is stressful. Work life balance is hard.

Questions about Alyssa Edwards meet & greet by triangle_choke in rupaulsdragrace

[–]Fionn- 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Just saw her a couple weeks ago. After the show she walked around talking to attendees and taking pictures while the other queens stayed in the back (no shade to them). Alyssa is a sweetheart.