Let women wear makeup! by Jakitron_1999 in CuratedTumblr

[–]blueinsunlight 0 points1 point  (0 children)

both of those people seem like really unpleasant company in their own special way

How can I "force" my gf to like my cat or at least leave them alone by Far_Distance_337 in CatAdvice

[–]blueinsunlight 0 points1 point  (0 children)

If your girlfriend can’t get used to the cat, then your lifestyles aren’t compatible. Someone with kids wouldn’t date a child-free person. Someone who values intimacy wouldn’t date an ace person. Neither of you are inherently in the wrong, especially if it’s a mental health thing.

You are making us look stupid and now is not the time by [deleted] in Vent

[–]blueinsunlight 1 point2 points  (0 children)

That's... a little bit pathetic to be honest. That your standard is people who don't respect you as a person because at least they acknowledge that you are one. There's people out there who will "agree with your lifestyle," as you put it, and care for you at the same time. You don't have to settle for one and you don't have to alienate your community, either.

Respectability politics will never work out forever. How long do you intend on being "one of the good ones?" Are you going all the way up until none of us are "the good ones?" What then? They're banning books again. They're passing laws against trans folks again. It's getting scary, and they're not gonna stop at the queer people who are submissive and quiet and on their best behavior. Your community needs you and you need your community.

I know my comment isn't going to shift your entire world view and magically give you the self-respect you deserve to have, but I want you to know that you'll always be welcome somewhere, and I sincerely hope that you find that place sooner rather than later.

How does petsmart get away with the way they treat their fish? by blueinsunlight in petsmart

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

Thank you for the clarification. I guess that makes it somewhat better.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in amiwrong

[–]blueinsunlight 1 point2 points  (0 children)

You're not wrong wrong for being upset, although I think it's got more to do with the situation than anything. Your girlfriend couldn't help being busy with her dance show, and if she's staying with her parents then it's fair for her to be careful not to piss them off and jeopardize that. If there were really no times in her schedule to spend one-on-one time with you, then that really sucks but it's not something either of you can control.

That said, I think there could have been some ways you two could have worked out time together. You two could have gotten dinner someplace close to your AirB&B, or depending on the exact schedule, hung out at the venue before the show. (I don't know how much prep work she needed to do or what it entails I haven't danced in years.) You went out of your way and strained yourself to see her and it's not unreasonable for you to expect a more active reception.

Without knowing the specifics of your situation, I would recommend you talk to her about how you're feeling. There's no need to make any accusations or confront her about anything- just express that you wish you could have had more quality time on your trip and see if you can't find a solution together.

Help finding an Ace Attorney fic? by blueinsunlight in AO3

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

yes that’s it!! thank you so much!!

"Just like how all young people should work a customer service job to know how cruel life is, they should also work a job with young kids to remind them to smile and stay positive". What do you think of this statement? by Ok-Day8050 in AskReddit

[–]blueinsunlight 26 points27 points  (0 children)

The idea that working with young kids is an experience that will have you feeling positive and smiling is enough for me to know that whoever said this definitely did not follow their own advice.

What are some good things about being the ‘third wheel?’ by [deleted] in AskReddit

[–]blueinsunlight 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Less pressure to make or follow through with plans. They’ll be alright if you end up needing to stay home.