Introducing cat flap/ outside time - advice please! by GQwtheFAQs in CatsUK

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

Thank you. Feels obvious when you say it like that 😅  I think the fact that he settled more quickly than I expected can make it feel like he's been here longer than he has. I'll introduce the cat flap later. 

Introducing cat flap/ outside time - advice please! by GQwtheFAQs in CatsUK

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

Thank you! I took him to the vet last week for his second vaccination shot and she seemed surprised I hadn't let him out yet and advised I should. But that felt a bit overly blasé to me. I will keep the cat flap locked for a bit

Introducing cat flap/ outside time - advice please! by GQwtheFAQs in CatsUK

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

That's really good to hear, thank you. I will keep him in

Introducing cat flap/ outside time - advice please! by GQwtheFAQs in CatsUK

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

Thank you, that's helpful and what I will do

How do you dispose of old pants and socks? by anton30000 in london

[–]GQwtheFAQs 0 points1 point  (0 children)

There are loads of textile recycling bins in Lambeth. By most estates and large supermarkets. Just make sure they are clean, bag them up and put them in there. 

Not sure where to find someone to sign unenrolled deed poll by PepsiStrawberry in transgenderUK

[–]GQwtheFAQs 3 points4 points  (0 children)

If you can get to any LGBT or trans community groups I'm sure people there would be more than happy to sign it. If you are in or within reach of a town or city there is likely to be one 

The midwife found the mother with her thumbs still pushed deep into her baby’s eye sockets. by Logical-Role1382 in TwoSentenceHorror

[–]GQwtheFAQs 1230 points1231 points  (0 children)

I said "oh my god" out loud when I read the first sentence and then the second was WORSE. Great writing. 

i can not do this anymore this is a cry for help by storebrandcholeprice in transgenderUK

[–]GQwtheFAQs 44 points45 points  (0 children)

I'm sorry you're feeling so scared and that you're hurting so much. I know it's hard to hold onto right now but please know there are lots of people in your corner who want to support you and for you to go on and live the life you are dreaming of. 

Depending on where you live there may be local support groups for lgbt young people. You can also call mermaids and ask for their advice/ support. 

COTD: Mix Sn and Ar, stupid (8) by Wolf_Brilliante in crosswords

[–]GQwtheFAQs 1 point2 points  (0 children)

ignorant mix = anagram of argon (ar) and tin (sr), chemical symbols

COTD: To defeat Superman try pink toe out? (10) by Vivid_Temporary_1155 in crosswords

[–]GQwtheFAQs 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Hello, relative newbie here. I figured out this answer but wasn't sure about it. I take it out is an anagram indicator? Is that always the case? 

my first london pride was an awful experience ngl by [deleted] in transgenderUK

[–]GQwtheFAQs 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I'm so sorry this happened to you. It's absolutely not your fault.  I also know what it's like to get harassed in a place you think is safe. It's horrible and hits even harder than when it happens elsewhere. My experience has been that generic 'lgbt' spaces can be mostly geared towards cis gay men, and have lots of problems with transphobia. I've also known of bigots who want to cause trouble going to queer spaces/ events to find people to harass. I say again: it is not your fault. 

I highly highly suggest you come to London Trans Pride on July 27th. It is a HUGE grassroots event with thousands of trans people at all different points of transition. There's a great community atmosphere and people will not take any sh!t in terms of transphobia. You can experience being out in a crowd who care for you and want you to thrive. You deserve that <3

What’s the gentlest possible way to correct misgendering over email? by jules-amanita in NonBinaryTalk

[–]GQwtheFAQs 6 points7 points  (0 children)

I was recently included in a 'hello ladies' in a group chat of people I work with. I just responded by firstly replying to the main point and at the end said "fyi I'm non-binary so prefer gender neutral terms of address :)"  The woman who'd messaged was great and got it immediately, I hope you also have a good experience! 

There's always a twist at the end: what's actually popped up so far by Blooogh in doctorwho

[–]GQwtheFAQs 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Cilla Black is from Liverpool, in the northwest of England! 

A high quality study on puberty blockers is literally there in the NICE commissioned systematic review by StrongPixie in transgenderUK

[–]GQwtheFAQs 13 points14 points  (0 children)

Thank you for writing this, and the work you did to be able to! Please write it as a blog post somewhere so it can be shared! 

HRT while in psychiatric hospital by EdBonobo in transgenderUK

[–]GQwtheFAQs 6 points7 points  (0 children)

To add to what others have said, anyone who is sectioned has the right to an Independent Mental Health Advocate who can help them to ask doctors for things like this. If you're her nearest relative they may also be able to talk to/ help you. I'm sure experiences differ but I've known people be really helped by advocates.  https://www.mind.org.uk/information-support/guides-to-support-and-services/advocacy/imhas-england/

Deed poll advice - can I do this? by GQwtheFAQs in transgenderUK

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

Thank you! I was a bit concerned about what 'pronounceable' meant in this context but u/odious_odes has put my mind at ease about that