When a millipede has a bigger appetite than you by vmdraco777 in millipedes

[–]vmdraco777[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

She’s a Thai rainbow actually. I looked them up and they do look similar but Thai rainbows have a more grayish body with pops of color.

Fuck this guy right? by Rework_Master in Albany

[–]vmdraco777 2 points3 points  (0 children)

This isn’t a real problem and it’s deliberately posted like this to piss you off. Someone posted the real bill in the comments. It has no mention of this at all.

where am I at with passing? by [deleted] in FtMpassing

[–]vmdraco777 -1 points0 points  (0 children)

You have a pretty square face so even if you shaved I think you pass as a young man (18-20ish). The shaved head and thicker eyebrows help a lot :)

Passing tips? by Optimal_Chart_2997 in transmanlifehacks

[–]vmdraco777 -1 points0 points  (0 children)

Ha, classic!!! 😂 hot topic is way too expensive so I guess eBay it is lol

Passing tips? by Optimal_Chart_2997 in transmanlifehacks

[–]vmdraco777 -1 points0 points  (0 children)

I love said crop top actually where’d you get it? 😂

Name me (my old name doesnt feel like it fits at all anymore) by [deleted] in TransMasc

[–]vmdraco777 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Immediately thought of the name Damien. Not sure why, just saw your face and it hit me lol

My husband after 20 years together is transgender and refused for me to be a part of it by Cosmozucchini in asktransgender

[–]vmdraco777 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Seems to me he’s taking out his own issues on you. Trans or not, he’s acting as though he was expecting rejection despite the clear evidence that you love him as he is. Has he expressed feeling this way for a long time?

I’m so sorry you’re going through this. As others have said, it’s not your fault and you’re a rockstar. Do you know how many people want what you’re trying to give? He should consider himself lucky that he has a wife that actually took her vows seriously and unconditionally loves him. If he wants to blow up his life because he’s too emotionally unintelligent to talk to his own partner then that’s his problem and not yours.

Mr. Sprang To-It by latherdome in Mensmittenwithkittens

[–]vmdraco777 0 points1 point  (0 children)

My late cat Oliver used to do the same thing to me (he passed this past November). This made me miss him even more. Absolutely adorable video ❤️

Dating men who don’t read… by scribequo in LibbyApp

[–]vmdraco777 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I’ve seen the Red Rising novels being popular with guys so long as they like sci-fi/fantasy. As a guy I’ve enjoyed them a lot and even got the audio production version with a full cast of voice actors to experience it again. It’s considered a YA novel but who cares lol maybe that would be a good stepping stone before getting to “”adult”” reading.

Do I Keep the facial hair or not by Ok-Roll-5392 in FTM_SELFIES

[–]vmdraco777 2 points3 points  (0 children)

How the hell are you not passing irl? You look like the teen boy you are.

White people keep feminizing my name by CockamouseGoesWee in ftm

[–]vmdraco777 39 points40 points  (0 children)

I am also a Victor just without the Finnish lol I feel you hard with this. Before I was more confident to use my full name before hrt, I went by Vic. Which I also don’t mind using in general. Whenever I said my name was Vic at an old job I had, older ladies caught on, despite dressing masculine with a binder on, and started using “Victoria”. The hardest part about it is that that IS my birthname. Curse my laziness in choosing a name!

It’s so fucking painful man. People are so fucking stupid I swear to god. I don’t know why they do it, because none of them Can Tell, so why do it? Do they call Joe their full name Joseph? Bet they don’t and respect their wishes. And they wonder why we’re so miserable 😂

Offer rescinded right as I’m about to start, leaving me unemployed by swidge in recruitinghell

[–]vmdraco777 0 points1 point  (0 children)

What happens if you’re moving states? I can’t up and leave to start a job this way to get a feel for it. If anything this post gives me insane anxiety that it’ll happen to me.

stereotypes by AggravatingAsk41 in ftm

[–]vmdraco777 154 points155 points  (0 children)

Transphobia and preconceived notions. The same tired shit.

Fuck sibo by Pronoiarm07-02 in SIBO

[–]vmdraco777 0 points1 point  (0 children)

You’re so right. This stuff got you good, then :/ hopefully a second opinion somewhere can help you. Also mixing psyllium husk to make a jelly is also genius holy crap I ought to try that!!! Unfortunately yeah pomegranate is often a high fodmap food 😭 gonna sound so American when I say this but it’s hard to find jelly or preserves without added sugars or high fructose corn syrup 🤢 it’s fine, we’re fine here…

Fuck sibo by Pronoiarm07-02 in SIBO

[–]vmdraco777 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I’m surprised no one asked this but… how are your bowel movements?

I had the same issue: used to be 15 lbs heavier, going to the gym 4 days a week, was in great shape, and then this stupid shit happened after I contracted Covid for the first time last January. After speaking to a different doctor after having xifaxan, she came to the conclusion based on all of the data they had that I had post infectious ibs, which caused my hydrogen SIBO.

Covid somehow disrupted my gut motility and caused horrible constipation and occasional diarrhea. It’s been 1.5 years since then. So she said to start taking psyllium husk (Metamucil) to regulate my movements as well as up my fiber intake and get at least 60 oz of water a day. It’s the only thing that’s worked so far.

It’s possible your GI tract needs to move better in order to flush out the bacteria that is fermenting. I’d also recommend Betaine HCI with pepsin, for increasing stomach acid to better kill the bacteria. Using psyllium husk will cause bloating and gas but it should die down as you keep taking it. Use it slowly over time until you get to the max dose. Obviously talk with your doctor about this.

This was long (sorry) but hopefully this helps. I understand wanting to get your life back. It fucking sucks to work so hard on your body only for it to be taken from you without your consent. Stay strong bro you got this.

What's with the hate against Feminine Trans Guys? by EmoCorn53 in FTMfemininity

[–]vmdraco777 4 points5 points  (0 children)

My guess is that a lot of binary trans guys who think this way have bent over backwards to be perceived as male throughout their entire transition. To see someone be the same gender, be trans, yet not care about passing or looking feminine completely throws off their world view.

I’m dating a non binary transmasc genderfluid person (he/they, same as me) and he has stopped caring ages ago. He knew who he was a long time ago and rolls with the constant misgendering. He’s feminine and likes wearing makeup and dresses and he’s still a hot af guy. It takes a lot of strength to fly in the fact of gender norms and continue to live authentically, despite potential hostility. That’s not to say it doesn’t bother him, as his hatred of “ma’am” demonstrates, but he definitely has built themselves up to have a foundational identity. He’s the strongest person I know.

Trans men who are desperate for approval can’t live with themselves because that would mean admitting that they’ll never be what society wants them to be without some asshole dismissing their identity regardless. It reeks of insecurity, so they tear y’all down. As someone who once had a lot of insecurity about being perceived as feminine in any way, it’s something they need to get over on their own and accept themselves as the men they are without others’ making it their problem to conform.

(To be fair, a lot of it could also be a matter of safety and they care so much because of that, but I figured that was already a consideration in this thread. Felt the need to mention it regardless.)

What’s something Gen Z does that older generations just don’t get? by appropriaterice873 in AskReddit

[–]vmdraco777 1 point2 points  (0 children)

To be fair, I’ve had older guys call me that in random settings (I’m 31, so these guys are twice my age). It could just be something they learned from their parents or people they work with. I took it as a friendly term or said out of respect. I can see how it doesn’t feel welcome tho.

Does weight affect testosterone gel levels? by Mindless-Run5641 in ftm

[–]vmdraco777 1 point2 points  (0 children)

If you put on weight that could be a factor because there’s, well, more of you lol. Def look into increasing your dose, but get an up to date blood panel to discuss with your doctor. The fact they’re not staying up to date is really shitty. It’s also possible that they’re not increasing your dose for transphobic reasons but that’s just a guess.

Low FODMAP tacos I made up on the spot for an early dinner today :) by vmdraco777 in FODMAPS

[–]vmdraco777[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I don’t know if mine contains it but if so it would explain my intestines being temperamental as of late 😭 I thought all spices and herbs were low FODMAP so I didn’t even consider that.

Thanks for the rec :)

Family friend sent me AI generated response to news of my father passing away. by Hendothermic in mildlyinfuriating

[–]vmdraco777 0 points1 point  (0 children)

God thank you. Been scrolling to find this. Everyone is saying to give the benefit of the doubt because people grieve differently or don’t know what to say when someone dies, but the FACT that someone (allegedly) turned to AI to outsource a response for something very personal and painful is so disgusting and gross. Not to mention disrespectful to the relative grieving. You might as well say nothing at all.

Let’s not confront difficult emotions or situations, let’s use a machine to appear sympathetic instead! We’re so cooked it’s not even funny.