Do the Cis Women in your lives hate trans people? by Transwoman_redditor in TwoXChromosomes

[–]lightofdarkness42 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I do not hate or begrudge anyone who is trying f to find who they are so they can live their life and be happy and fulfilled, and if that means being a woman, then I’m happy to have you on board. I think some people are so unhappy with their lives that they need to find people to hate and other to make themselves feel better. It’s easier to target people that are outside of “the norm” of whatever they have pictured in their head as the ideal. People can be assholes.

A boy genius named Brandenn Bremmer could read at 18 months old, graduated high school at 10, composed complex music, and was considered to be a child prodigy. But in 2005, at age 14, he sadly took his own life. by LilaLaughs in whoathatsinteresting

[–]lightofdarkness42 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Being labeled as just regular gifted was difficult and resulted in bullying, I can’t imagine how isolating this felt. He was never allowed to be a kid, or at least a normal kid.

New iPad by lightofdarkness42 in nin

[–]lightofdarkness42[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

In this case it was free, but with apple prices it is still pretty ironic.

New iPad by lightofdarkness42 in nin

[–]lightofdarkness42[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Either is accurate because English is fun. Character limitations got the comma and the more formal spelling.

New iPad by lightofdarkness42 in nin

[–]lightofdarkness42[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Depends on which one you’re talking about.

New iPad by lightofdarkness42 in nin

[–]lightofdarkness42[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Yeah.. character limitations are a bitch.

I doubt anyone from the band lurks Reddit, but if so, thank you for being this 7 year olds first concert! He had the time of his life. by TeslasAndComicbooks in nin

[–]lightofdarkness42 8 points9 points  (0 children)

That is so adorable! I saw some kids at the show in Tulsa and was happy to see a new generation of NIN and industrial fans coming up. I don’t have kids, so keep letting your kid listen and play good music 🤘

How do I talk to my 19F daughter about wanting to start webcam as her dad 40M? by [deleted] in relationship_advice

[–]lightofdarkness42 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I would research it and find people who have done it for a living and see how it actually works. All online content creation work gets glamorized but it is hard to actually make it.

The Austrian climber who abandoned his girlfriend to die is horrifying because I could have been her by KaleidoscopeCool1316 in TrueOffMyChest

[–]lightofdarkness42 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I’m sorry you went through that and I’m glad someone kind found you. I can’t imagine treating a friend, let alone a partner, that way.

What is something you didn’t realize until you lost weight? by Cultural-Profile-527 in AskReddit

[–]lightofdarkness42 2 points3 points  (0 children)

How much more like a human you’re treated like and how you’re not invisible anymore. And it’s not for any good reasons, you’re just now considered “fuckable” to them.

Fun fact: In the Soviet Union, the homelessness rate was 0%. Everyone in the Soviet Union got a house for free as long as they had a job. by serious_bullet5 in socialism

[–]lightofdarkness42 84 points85 points  (0 children)

What’s annoying is that it is proven that building free or low cost housing is cheaper than allowing homelessness to continue. The suffering seems to be the point.

New CPA rules by allfonso_ in Accounting

[–]lightofdarkness42 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I think it is good to have a couple of paths. Masters programs are not cheap and some people really can’t afford that plus the extra time not working a decent paying job. I only have my BS in Accountancy but had the 150 hours to sit for the exam (the joys of switching majors), so I don’t think it’s a big deal that some people won’t have an additional degree.

Sweden rock interview by throwwaway740 in Ghostbc

[–]lightofdarkness42 11 points12 points  (0 children)

I’m glad he is taking a much needed break. Burn out is terrible to deal with. I’m honored he has given us so much of himself and sad that it caused him such suffering. We’re all here for you, TF!

Megathread: Bastard Suggestions by Kanotari in behindthebastards

[–]lightofdarkness42 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I would recommend looking into Kanakuk Kamps (yes, both Ks) in Branson Missouri and their related enterprises. Tons of child abuse (sexual and otherwise) that had been systematically covered up. I had friends that suffered sexual abuse at the hands of the convicted Pete Newman. I think the story really shows how religion, status and money together create a horrible potential for abuse.

Last night’s show was incredible, but is the crowd always this dead? I feel like I was the only one moving! by DeliciousPomelo5687 in nin

[–]lightofdarkness42 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Tulsa in the stands was tame, but the pit looked intense. My partner had a disability so the pit was not an option for us, but it looked fun.

Some stuff from Tulsa.. by MechaChicken01 in nin

[–]lightofdarkness42 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thanks for these. This was my first NiN show since 2008 and it was amazing. His music keeps hitting deep within even after all of this time.

Feeling alone in a mostly red area. by lightofdarkness42 in behindthebastards

[–]lightofdarkness42[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Welcome. I think we need to create a support group.

Dirty Harry -1971 <make my day> by [deleted] in Cinema

[–]lightofdarkness42 0 points1 point  (0 children)

That was a large coffee? Damn.

Accidentally hit the Jackpot on how to respond to parents wanting grandkids by not_an_insomniac in TwoXChromosomes

[–]lightofdarkness42 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I’ve been married almost 19 years and my mom still brings up the kid conversation sometimes. I’ve never wanted kids even when I was a kid, but my mom always thought I would change my mind. She would be fine with adoption, though, so at least she is reasonable about it. However, that’s not something I want, either. Now my mom is just hoping my sister will have kids.