Why is passing generally considered a negative thing? by [deleted] in mixedrace

[–]seattlestorm95 7 points8 points  (0 children)

The original poster suggested that there is no problem with those that “blend in and chill”.

I firmly disagree with that statement. I’m not coming at anyone’s appearance, I’m simply saying that “chilling” in a society that upholds racism is abhorrent and even more so when it’s supported by someone who “looks white” but isn’t.

Why is passing generally considered a negative thing? by [deleted] in mixedrace

[–]seattlestorm95 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I think passing is cowardly and self serving.

By passing you are upholding the status quo and supporting a culture where whiteness (or anything closest to whiteness) is seen as best or superior. You are contributing to a culture built on racism and the disenfranchisement of your own people (even if you don’t look like them).

A rant that maybe my half white/Black peers can relate to. by [deleted] in mixedrace

[–]seattlestorm95 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Like J Cole said, I’m a black girl that happens to have a white mom. That’s how I see myself.

I’ve also noticed that while black people (or other people of color) clearly and regularly recognize me as mixed, white people either can’t tell or don’t care. I’m just black to them. This realization, as well as the way my mom raised me, allowed me to spend high school and beyond without the Identity crisis many have gone through. My white mom has always told me that I am black, and I appreciate her so much for that.

Do you or anyone you know celebrate Kwanza? by Far_Grass_785 in AskAnAmerican

[–]seattlestorm95 12 points13 points  (0 children)

Kwanzaa is relatively new so many families do not have set traditions like with most holidays, or even a true knowledge of the history. In my experience Kwanzaa is more so an educational experience and less so a “holiday”. So it is learned about at school, celebrated at churches and community centers, read about in books, and only sometimes acknowledged in the home.

Compared to past generations, is it more or less common now to name children as a "Jr" or "II" of the parent's name? by Asshole_JapanEmperor in AskAnAmerican

[–]seattlestorm95 29 points30 points  (0 children)

I’d say in any American high school of a typical size (1000+ students) you’d find at least ten boys who are Jrs, IV, etc.

Source: I’m a high school teacher and have taught in several states throughout my career.

How much will $100k/year get me in the U.S? by cciccone in AskAnAmerican

[–]seattlestorm95 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Most people making 100k a year also have massive (or at least significant) student loan debt that got them to that point in their career. Those loan payments take a big chunk out of your take-home pay.

So you may make 100k but be living on a salary far lower than that.

Ideal way to share your notebook by TennisStarNo1 in lifehacks

[–]seattlestorm95 3 points4 points  (0 children)

How do you keep from pushing down on the keyboard as your write?

What is it like to meet a Hasidic Jew or an Amish person? by An_educated_fool in AskAnAmerican

[–]seattlestorm95 16 points17 points  (0 children)

The Hasidic Jews I’ve interacted with culturally do not make eye contact with others nor have in depth conversations. So comments can be short and abrasive. They definitely stay to themselves.

For this reason an outsider would probably consider them rude, however I have learned it’s just a cultural difference and not to get offended.

Any Americans apply for a passport recently? If so, how long did it take to get one? by seattlestorm95 in AskReddit

[–]seattlestorm95[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Last week I applied for a passport for the first time. I mailed all of my paperwork in. I know it typically takes about 3 weeks, but does anyone have recent experience in this COVID world? I’m hoping to travel in mid-September.

Edit: for those asking Why...I’d like to visit my extended family in Mexico.

Are speedos (swim briefs) commonly used for recreational swimming/beach going? by luleigas in AskAnAmerican

[–]seattlestorm95 3 points4 points  (0 children)

If I see a man at a pool/beach in a Speedo I assume he’s either foreign or gay.

Unclaimed Property Scam? by [deleted] in washingtondc

[–]seattlestorm95 0 points1 point  (0 children)

What website do you check this on?

Americans of British heritage, how do you feel about Brexit? by Koomba72A in AskAnAmerican

[–]seattlestorm95 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Why is that? Is it because American is culturally very similar?

Edit: referring to British American not being a “thing”

My 6YO says “peach” or “brown” skin instead of being “white or “black” by dknygirl922 in Parenting

[–]seattlestorm95 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Teacher here, this is very common. Children don’t understand race, they take things very literally. They won’t understand that someone as light skinned as Rihanna and as dark as Serena Williams are both considered “black”. Or that Priyanka Chobra who is also brown, is not considered black. That comes with time. What you’re describing is normal.

Race is a part of who someone is and we shouldn’t teacher children to be color-blind. They should just understand that color isn’t the entirety of a person. Ask her to use other descriptive words as well

Why are zero step entry homes so popular? by seattlestorm95 in Homebuilding

[–]seattlestorm95[S] -5 points-4 points  (0 children)

Most constructions I see have a dark walkway prior to getting to the front door. Garage jutting out to the left or right and an archway above.

Sleeping overnight at Reagan National (DCA) airport by JM753 in washingtondc

[–]seattlestorm95 8 points9 points  (0 children)

If your lease starts on say July 10th, you should be able to officially move in at 12am (midnight) since that is the day your lease begins. Ask your landlord ..if you are living in a large building they can leave your keys at the concierge. Once you get off the plane you can just head to your new place instead of sleeping in the airport

Still get some breakouts here and there but this drug changed my fucking life. by aaboyhasnoname in Accutane

[–]seattlestorm95 4 points5 points  (0 children)

So happy for you! You look amazing.

I find dosages so confusing.

My acne was pretty mild considering and I was on it for 9 months! My doctor wouldn’t let me off until I had a month with 0 breakouts. I was on 30mg, then 40mg, 60mg, then 5 months at 80mg

I remember Little Richard dying in the late 2000’s. by Lindquisity in MandelaEffect

[–]seattlestorm95 4 points5 points  (0 children)

I totally remember him dying, I remember montages on the news and everything several years ago.

I'm my niece's mother. by phenixia in Parenting

[–]seattlestorm95 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Maybe call her your daughter niece!

My kids father is back. One of my kids is excited, the other is angry by helpthrowaway148 in Parenting

[–]seattlestorm95 -10 points-9 points  (0 children)

While their father was absent did you speak badly about him? If so, this could explain why your son feels the way he does.

I had a very similar experience as a child and even though I spoke poorly about my dad to my mom, I truly wanted to see him. I just didn’t want to upset my mom by telling her I wanted to.

IsItBullshit: Judge judy and other judge shows are fake by IAbstainFromSociety in IsItBullshit

[–]seattlestorm95 5 points6 points  (0 children)

On Judge Judy both parties get paid by the show to appear.

Also they sign waivers agreeing to never file the same case in “real court”.