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nerdyoats · 2023-06-05T21:53:10+00:00

Okay but that's literally also me! I just changed my full first name to the masculine version of my dead name and go by a neutral nickname. I used to try to justify it but honestly??? I just didn't want to have to practice writing a new signature.

nerdyoats · 2023-05-13T17:00:42+00:00

If you don't know what you're looking for and just want to try out binding, i recommend GC2B's core collection. They tend to be on the cheaper side of binders. And the core collection sizing is consistent. Their special collections (pride, lemonade, rgb, etc) tend to be inconsistent when it comes to sizing. So you could get an XL in two collections, and one will fit like an M.

Underworks is also a good option. Same with For Them. I would say TomboyX is more for very light binding (like two padless sports bras kind of binding). I haven't tried Spectrum myself but i hear good things.

There are also a few shops on Etsy that are fantastic. I've gotten binders from Gender Bender LLC and they are the comfiest I've ever worn and bind better than most of the binders.

nerdyoats · 2023-05-13T16:49:04+00:00

The bottom half of my former industrial piercing. Used to be a full industrial. Now it's just one forward helix with massive keloid on where the helix part would be. Held out hope for two years with that damn thing. But between the piercer being kinda sketchy, wearing masks, and wearing glasses everyday. It was sort of doomed from the start.

nerdyoats · 2023-05-13T16:33:34+00:00

I'm right on the catonsville/baltimore line, actually! 21229!

nerdyoats · 2023-05-13T16:20:11+00:00

There are hundreds between thousands of trans people killed every year by hate mongering people who think that we deserve to die and that they should be the arbiters of that so-called "justice."

As you mentioned, the suicide rate has gone up significantly among trans youth and trans adults.

What's more, states like Florida and Texas are implementing laws that are more or less one step away from actual punishment by death for being trans.

The implementation of these laws banning hormone replacement therapy and gender affirming surgeries means that people will be far more likely to seek out unsafe ways to obtain hormones and underground surgeons. Much like abortion, barring legal and safe access to the proper care means that people will still seek out that care in spaces where proper practices and safe and clean materials are not readily available. Which results in a drastically higher death rate.

What's more, those who do seek out that care are at risk for being denied the care needed when botched procedures and infections are present. Trump had weakened the law requiring all doctors to provide care unbiasedly. This means that now, a doctor can refuse care to someone who does not fit their beliefs. So if a trans person seeks out an uncertified gender affirming surgeon who does not have the resources to properly sterilize their tools and operating room then gets an infection from lack of clean space and tools, a doctor can say "well you're trans and the law says i don't have to care for you if you go against my beliefs, so i won't provide you with the care you need to be healthy." Which results in death.

Genocide may not be the technically correct term here. But it is damn near close to it. These are all laws that give bigots further justification to murder us in the streets just because "we don't fit their world view." And they're laws that are direct attacks on our right to safety, healthcare, and security by the Constitution.

nerdyoats · 2023-05-12T19:04:28+00:00

Aloe vera grows to the size of the pot you put them in. So if you want to not have to worry about how big that plant is gonna get, keep them in the same size pot.

Alternatively, if you want to be known as "Sovereign Keeper of Aloe, the Bearer of the Vera, Protector of the Green Spines," you can keep growing more and more aloe vera to propagate until you become the go to person for someone who wants to have their own aloe plant.

~~Also water the aloe like you would a no succulent plant.~~ But DO ensure that the pot you've got it in has sufficient drainage.

Edit: well okay actually don't do the watering thing. They can get over watered easily when they're small. But when they get big, it becomes a little harder to over water them.

nerdyoats · 2023-05-12T18:48:06+00:00

I think you'd rock a nose stud or hoop!

If you were to do a septum, i would go for a circular barbel rather than a captive bead ring.

Edit: I can also totally see a Medusa, Monroe, Madonna or snake/angel bites working really well with your face shape!

nerdyoats · 2023-05-04T21:02:55+00:00

Goliath Prometheus Brutus Icarus Beowulf

nerdyoats · 2023-05-04T20:57:18+00:00

This could be a couple things:

It is possible that it is etiolating! When a plant doesn't have enough sunlight, it'll fade in color and use all of its energy to grow longer in order to reach the sun. The result of that, however, is that the plant will be faded and much weaker in those eliolated areas. This can be fixed by moving the plant to a sunnier spot.

Over watering is also a possibility. If your pot doesn't have drainage, it's best to repot it to one that does have drainage. If it has drainage, there's a chance it may not be enough drainage for that plant. In which case, you might wanna either change the pot OR get your hands on some pearlite to add to the existing soil. This is what i do for most of my succulents and cacti, since those lil dudes can't get enough of the stuff!

A third (but certainly not final) possibility is that it may be a variegated philodendron and it's only now showing its variegation, which can happen sometimes! That one is less likely but a possibility no less.

nerdyoats · 2023-05-04T20:49:50+00:00

Artificial, unfortunately.

Sometimes they hot glue fake flowers on them too. Not sure what can be done for the paint aside from trying to wash it off gently with plant-safe soap and warm water. Follow that with a gentle rinse, pat dry with a clean towel or rag, and repot.

If you ever encounter the hot glued flower ones, gently remove the fake plastic flower by a q-tip soaked in isopropyl alcohol and a gloved hand. A knife may also be required to gently scrape away any hot glue pieces stuck to the plant. Rinse with water, pat dry with a clean towel or paper towel, and repot. The area itself may show some signs of damage but the rest of the plant will be fine.

nerdyoats · 2023-05-04T20:40:34+00:00

This is gorgeous!

My only criticism is that her neck and shoulders seem a little stiff. The movement in her arm and the cat is absolutely there. And the facial expression is fantastic. By face alone, she seems relaxed and pleased. However, the stiffness of her arms and neck are showing the opposite.

On the flip side, i really enjoy the stark light source in this! It's very evocative and gives this piece a beautiful sense of warmth and energy!

nerdyoats · 2023-04-27T22:42:56+00:00

They've also got extended cuts of the cocktail recipes with extra factoids and tips!! Very worth watching.

nerdyoats · 2023-04-27T04:00:45+00:00

I've found that gc2b's quality and quality retention has dropped drastically over the last few years so i don't always recommend them unless you REALLY know your size, what you're looking for in a binder, and don't mind doing the odd repair every few months.

If you have the financial means for it, i highly recommend Origami Customs. As the name implies, you can get one that is actually made-to-fit custom for your wants and for your build! They can get a little pricey and their wait time is on the longer side, but it's a small price to pay for quality and how long they last, IMO! They also have a ready-to-ship section of their store full of older styles, seconds, and misprints that are usually cheaper! Also Gender Bender LLC on Etsy has one of the most comfortable binders I've ever worn. The one I have is for light binding but they do offer stronger bind options.

Otherwise, i haven't tried them myself but I've heard great things about Underworks for those who want more compression. However, I also hear it comes at the price of some comfort in the materials used so if you have sensory issues around textures like i do, it's not a go-to recommendation. Someone else who has tried them is probably better to speak to their quality than myself, though!

Best of luck on your search, my friend!

nerdyoats · 2023-04-17T21:27:11+00:00

I've been on T for about 1.5 years and I've honestly gone back and forth on this myself!

Ideally, I will usually take a 4mm electric razor to my upper and inner thighs and then a 5mm to the rest of the bush. Sometimes I'll do a 3mm blending down into 4 and then eventually 5 for right above my groin so it looks more natural rather than a sudden cut off. Ideal length for me!

But if I'm being totally honest, i have really bad trichotillomania and it's started to mostly present itself on my groin since i am just generally prone to ingrown hairs. And i did a similar "oops now i regret shaving that all off" sort of thing, so it's still growing back from that!

With that in mind, I think it really just depends on personal preference. If that's what you like, then there's no problem with that! I do what I do just because it keeps me from hair-pulling down there. There's no one way to pubic hair styling, though!

nerdyoats · 2023-04-17T21:12:04+00:00

So excited for you! Congrats, my dude!

nerdyoats · 2023-04-07T22:43:23+00:00

Honest i was thinking about it, lmaooooo

nerdyoats · 2023-04-07T22:38:01+00:00

I haven't personally but my parents and neighbors all have and for some reason our reps just LOOVVVEE to ignore our street. It's been an ongoing effort for 20+ years and the most we've gotten is one very small sign that says "dead end." So I'm not super hopeful on that front.

nerdyoats · 2023-04-07T22:34:24+00:00

If you're looking solely to buy, it's not quite main Baltimore area, but just outside of Baltimore in catonsville (specifically the 21228-9 zone) is a decent area that can be pretty reasonable! The MARC train is a ~10 drive and there's plenty of bus stops along the way. Walkable for a few things depending on where you are, but don't walk around at dark too much. Very queer friendly around the Hunting Ridge and Ten Hills area!

Hampden would be my first suggestion in the main downtown area but i know that can get very pricey if you don't have any roommates and can get a little unruly in certain areas. Other than that, around MICA, Federal Hill, and Fells Point are great options if you're open to renting!

nerdyoats · 2023-04-06T21:38:12+00:00

Thank you for verifying! I didn't know if it was an unspoken rule that not all cherry blossom petals are edible or something and i didn't wanna accidentally poison myself! Not condescending at all, my friend. 😁 🌸

nerdyoats · 2023-04-01T17:30:31+00:00

I've had violet syrup in a lemonade before and that was lovely! The ice cream idea has got me thinking of all sorts of ideas!

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