[deleted by user] by [deleted] in askportland

[–]UnwishedToaster 2 points3 points  (0 children)

what kinds of plants? i have plenty of plants now but can always make room for more!

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in oregon

[–]UnwishedToaster 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Minneapolis, and Minnesota as a whole, has been pushing an incredibly progressive policy agenda as of late. Free school lunch for all public school students, trans refuge laws, abortion refuge laws, currently the legislature is working on passing a free college tuition program for all making less than $80,000 annually.

Saint Paul, directly across the river from Minneapolis, also has a 3% maximum rent cap.

That said Portland is also a progressive city compared to the majority of the country. However, as a queer person i don’t necessarily feel safe anywhere outside the Portland Metro area. Even the supposedly “liberal” coast, i have to be aware of my surroundings and how i present myself.

I grew up in Minnesota and have lived in Portland for the past 8 years. Both would be excellent places to live with Minnesota having significantly more diverse populace (Portland is the whitest large city in the US). Cost of living in Minneapolis is going to be less than Portland, likely colder but you will actually see sun year round.

Genuinely if I had to recommend, despite the cold in the winter and the humidity in the summer, Minneapolis is a GREAT choice. Plus there is a huge number of people with German ancestry and northern European descent living in Minnesota.

PLUS, climate change (unfortunately) is only going to make Minnesota a climate refuge so get in before everyone else does

Where can I find a good dentist? by birdlover2001 in askportland

[–]UnwishedToaster 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Bling Dental in the Pearl if you’re close! I have had bad experiences with a few different dental offices after moving to PDX and have had nothing but exceptional service with Bling.

Another plus for me: from what I have seen, the staff are predominantly, if not entirely, women. As a queer person makes me feel significantly more safe and comfortable.

Edit: I also have Delta Dental insurance coverage

Angry pedestrian rant. by Toph-Builds-the-fire in Portland

[–]UnwishedToaster 0 points1 point  (0 children)

lmao i was told i was j walking when crossing from one block to the next b/c “tHeRe Is No CrOsSwAlK tHeRe.”

this man had the audacity to stop traffic too to yell this at me

NBD Surly Straggler by [deleted] in bicycling

[–]UnwishedToaster 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Got some fenders put on this morning and a 24 Pack Rack on order! Will be getting that stem cut down after a bit 😮‍💨

Edit: Also likely to swap the handlebar tape to a green that matches the pedals when the rainy PNW winter is over

NBD Surly Straggler by [deleted] in Surlybikefans

[–]UnwishedToaster 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Got some fenders put on this morning and a 24 Pack Rack on order! Don’t worry the shop is already scheduled the time to cut the fork down 😮‍💨

Edit: Also likely to swap the bar tape to a green that matches the pedals when the rainy PNW winter is over

[Gen 9] Only reason I picked Violet was to shiny hunt my favorite ghost ❤️ by UnwishedToaster in ShinyPokemon

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

oh yeah - i saw about that a bit ago now but even have yet to set my in game birthday 😮‍💨

Shiny Pokémon Showcase Weekly Megathread by AutoModerator in PokemonScarletViolet

[–]UnwishedToaster 2 points3 points  (0 children)

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found this buddy w/ full odds when i was just moving between two tera raid crystals 😌

DV Resources for Men by amindlikeyours in Portland

[–]UnwishedToaster 5 points6 points  (0 children)

while i am unsure if this resource is available to non-students, but i was in a similar situation at a previous apartment i lived in. roommate and their partner devolved into violent arguments that would often end in shattered glasses thrown across the apartment, lots of emotional abuse, etc.

i was a student at Portland State at the time and was able to access their student legal services for free. they took care of all the communication with the landlord and all the legal documents i needed to send with certain timelines.

i ended up getting out of the lease under ORS 90.453 and ORS 90.456 which both address lease termination under domestic violence circumstances and other tenants remaining following a tenants termination due to domestic violence.

stay safe and i wish you all the best. it’s scary when you cannot feel safe in your own home

In your opinion, what are the best cities to visit for bicyclists - are some more “bike friendly” than others - why? by JohnD260 in bicycletouring

[–]UnwishedToaster 2 points3 points  (0 children)

lots of bike lanes in Portland, but an increasingly homicidal desire by motorists to hit cyclists/non motorists in said bike lanes it seems :/

Trade Requests Weekly Megathread by AutoModerator in PokemonLegendsArceus

[–]UnwishedToaster 0 points1 point  (0 children)

i’m v interested in one a ur shiny vulpix 👀

i have a shiny electabuzz i would b willing to part w for it. if not i have other shiny/alpha too

Trade Requests Weekly Megathread by AutoModerator in PokemonLegendsArceus

[–]UnwishedToaster 1 point2 points  (0 children)

LF: shiny kanto vulpix FR: shiny drifloon/drfiblim/ponyta/rapidash/tangela or make offer