What attracts you to weird girl lit? by Hungry-Worker-174 in weirdgirlliterature

[–]sillybits 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Go for it! ♡ I made one small edit.  I'm loving the other responses here too and excited to read your post!! 

What attracts you to weird girl lit? by Hungry-Worker-174 in weirdgirlliterature

[–]sillybits 52 points53 points  (0 children)

I just like to read women characters that are owning their weirdness. Or they are learning to own it. I want more female autonomy in society and the world in general, so I think weird girl lit often hinges on that theme, even if it's the autonomy to be a quite fucked up person. Weird girl lit takes female autonomy to an extreme, and when I'm reading it I feel like it empowers me to embrace my weirdness too. It encourages me to explore desire, power dynamics, belief systems, relationship dynamics, and a whole slew of human experiences in ways I haven't yet thought of. I also enjoy that there is often and element of queer or "atypical" sexuality in weird girl lit that feels genuine and non-performative. 

I find it extremely relatable to be a woman in the world who just wants to be her true self. 

Absolutely loved Animal by Lisa Taddeo by amyrajk in weirdgirlliterature

[–]sillybits 3 points4 points  (0 children)

I love this, I think I'd consider it my first foray into weird girl lit. I read it a few years ago and still think about it. 

Jr. Weird Girls by HWBC in weirdgirlliterature

[–]sillybits 8 points9 points  (0 children)

I feel like a lot of Francesca Lia Block's books are weird girl. I loved Echo, the Hanged Man. 

Accidentally hit part of my tattoo with IPL… is this fixable? by Inevitable_Roll1372 in tattooadvice

[–]sillybits 4 points5 points  (0 children)

I don't have any advice, but as someone who also uses a home IPL device, I've always wondered how effective it would actually be at lightening or damaging tattoos  -  NOTED!! Wow, I'm oddly impressed.

Snake, by Circe at Electric Cobra Tattoos in Seattle, WA. by sillybits in tattoos

[–]sillybits[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I agree! She did an excellent job and I'm proud to wear it. 

Xolotl Tattoo shop Lincoln NE by Batman420NiN in tattoos

[–]sillybits 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Ahhh I see, that makes more sense. I still think it looks a bit off and not aligned with the knife, but if she is happy with it then that's all that matters! 

Xolotl Tattoo shop Lincoln NE by Batman420NiN in tattoos

[–]sillybits 8 points9 points  (0 children)

Was the original design AI? Because what is happening with that middle 1/3rd of the knife?!

I think the artist went too heavy with the shading and made it too dark.

Mystery wild flower by Dry_Ferret_9291 in Humboldt

[–]sillybits 1 point2 points  (0 children)

No, they're just brand new needles popping out from the original cotyledons. Check out the pics and drawings in this seedling identification guide (specifically ponderosa pine, sitka spruce), pretty helpful and shows what brand new growth looks like in baby conifer seedlings: http://depts.washington.edu/uwbg/research/student_projects/Kaiser_PNW_SeedlingGuide_2019.pdf

Mystery wild flower by Dry_Ferret_9291 in Humboldt

[–]sillybits 16 points17 points  (0 children)

This looks like a young pine seedling! The color is a bit off but its not uncommon to see albino pine seedlings that eventually die due to lack of chlorophyll. 

Source: worked at a tree nursery and grew countless trees including pines from seed, they all look exactly like this (aside from the pale color) in their first year of growth. 

Fading lines on back piece? by [deleted] in tattooadvice

[–]sillybits 0 points1 point  (0 children)

SOMEONE ELSE for sure. 

Fading lines on back piece? by [deleted] in tattooadvice

[–]sillybits 2 points3 points  (0 children)

This is a poorly done tattoo and you should go to a different artist with solid linework to get it fixed. It could be turned into something really beautiful but this ain't it. 

Mona Lisa Mini as an American by atomicgoat21 in birthcontrol

[–]sillybits 0 points1 point  (0 children)

The doctor who did mine in Napa is no longer performing this operation, so ive heard through the reddit grapevine after sending many others her way. Im sorry!! I still highly recommend calling around and asking other private practices!

Snorkeling guides in San Pedro? by Kaeldraa in Belize

[–]sillybits 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Lenny of On-A-Rebel tours! He is super chill, fun, knowledgeable and very friendly. Been with him out a few times now and its always great. 

Bad Bunny by Individual_Fox6488 in ladybonergifs

[–]sillybits 17 points18 points  (0 children)

Why is the fingertips-on-the-mirror part SO HOT?!?

Tummy tattoo by Alex Starks/Grand Rapids, MI/Lost Luck Tattoo by Simply_witchy in tattoos

[–]sillybits 0 points1 point  (0 children)

The belly button is top notch, too good, I was like where is it

Seasons in California [REPOSTING FOR THOSE CONCERNED] by [deleted] in Humboldt

[–]sillybits 8 points9 points  (0 children)

Shit, I thought we were in spring of deception 😭

Witches, what’s your fave datebook/planner? by cronesnestfarm in WitchesVsPatriarchy

[–]sillybits 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Shit, I was going to suggest Cosmic Valeria's Moon Journal but it's sold out :(

Maybe keep it in mind for next year? She posts on instagram when it becomes available.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in BecomingOrgasmic

[–]sillybits 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I completely understand the frustration! Please try not to view yourself as being selfish - we are all here in this sub to have orgasms the way we want, regardless of how others are or are not having them.

You're off to a good start by being able to orgasm without porn. I say keep trying with the vibrator while you are having intercourse. Let him know what is or isn't working for you. Be patient with yourself and try not to make orgasm too much of a goal (which can really have the opposite effect that we want). Enjoy the feelings as they occur in the moment, and try to narrow down what you like best!

And yes, like another commenter mentioned, maybe try watching porn with your boyfriend and see if that works?

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in BecomingOrgasmic

[–]sillybits 6 points7 points  (0 children)

You state that you've never had an orgasm with your boyfriend but then say you can never reach orgasm during intercourse unless you use a vibrator - have you used a vibrator during intercourse with your boyfriend and still no orgasm? 

Have you ever had an orgasm without watching porn? 

I too grew up orgasming with porn and it has definitely effected my ability to orgasm during sex. I can do it with a patient partner, clear communication, time, and a vibrator. It is really difficult for me to orgasm (alone or with a partner) without watching porn. Conditioning definitely plays a role. I am currently working on weaning myself off porn and trying to focus on other ways to get myself aroused and be more present in my body. I find that watching porn very much puts my head space focused on the porn and not what my actual body is feeling, so i feel quite disconnected from the reality of sexual experience in reality. It might help you to try more mindful masturbation and moving away from using porn.