#by all means

[nerdishpursuits]

Can you elaborate on your tags about reading jk Rowlings original post?

Just that I admit that at first, when the JKR discourse started back in the day, I didn’t actually go and read the essay she published on her blog, which is the one that started the entire thing. I did go and read it, eventually, because I tend to like forming my own opinions on things. Personally, I didn’t see any evidence of transphobia. Same with her tweets. Sure, she’s a sarcastic troll some days because she’s, probably, tired of this topic. She was arguing there is such a thing as biological sex and people transition from one to the other in order to embrace living authentically. And that kids should be kids as they have no way to consent. They need to be left alone, or helped to make informed decisions they’ll not regret later in life. Perfectly fine and I’m very much supportive of that.

Everyone should love and live as they please, and no one has the right to ostracize them for it. What she called problematic was the complete denial that biological sex exists, hormone blockers in kids who can’t really consent, self IDing as a woman without actually transitioning and some trans activists saying a biological woman’s experience doesn’t matter. I don’t see that as being transphobic. Just logic and concern.

Over the past few days my partner and I went on a deep dive on this topic and found there’s plenty trans people agreeing with JKR. We’ve seen videos of trans women competing in women’s sports and winning, then commenting they don’t care at all about the medals and winning, but simply enjoy having a good time with their friends at the gym. Why compete in the women’s weight lifting category if you don’t care about winning then? Aussie surfer Bethany Hamilton was dropped by her lifelong sponsor in favor of a trans woman who previously competed, and won, in the men’s division. Swimming, wrestling, roller skating even etc. There’s trans women out there claiming they’re the ones who know what a woman is because they’re forced to think about it, whereas a biological woman is simply born and therefore, inferior. Others who claim they experience period cramps or that their genitalia is superior to a biological woman’s etc. As far as I’ve seen. JKR and other trans people have spoken out against these kind of situations, comments and claims. That’s why I think that cancel culture is so toxic. We need to look at the whole picture and stop claiming things are black or white or the damaging adage of if you’re not with me you’re against me.

I think a very loud minority, who doesn’t represent the entirety of the trans community, might actually be doing more harm than good. Not just to the trans community, who deserves nothing but acceptance and support and love, but the rest of the LGBTQ+ community as well. Pushing a narrative too fast, and forcefully, isn’t helping. It’s actually turning people against us and it’s frustrating and depressing. Denying actual biology and elbowing your way into biological women’s spaces won’t win you their love. Calling them birthing people won’t win them over. Calling them lesser won’t open doors either.

There’s a ton of material to be found on YouTube, there’s podcasts, articles etc. Personally, I think people need to sit down and talk and debate and be diplomatic. I’m not saying JKR isn’t without her faults but I do think she’s been demonized for speaking her mind and voicing her concerns about women’s spaces and kids. It’s as if people can’t have a healthy debate anymore. We need to cancel those who don’t agree with us. It’s the all or nothing mob mentality and, personally, I’m sick of it. This is a nuanced topic and should be treated as such. But now you can’t even be a centrist anymore. You have to be for or against and nothing in between. How about we look at what’s right or wrong, for both sides, and decide accordingly. Why this inane ideological war that radicalizes people who should be having a productive conversation instead.

#don’t come at me with your pitchforks or call me names #I won’t reply to that kind of message #be civilized and willing to engage in a healthy debate? #by all means

[whynotfabulous]

With us running rapidly towards an election, remember. Primaries are where you vote for who you want. Presidential election is where you vote for who you can. Perfect politicians don't exist because perfect people don't exist. Life is complicated so vote please please vote for the person who will make life slightly less shit for everyone. Or even, potentially better!

#vote for Biden #I'm saying vote for Biden #by all means #go to a local primary or caucus and vote for someone other than biden! #it won't pan out but at least it'll make a statement #but then vote for Biden

[trichoratsart]

i am just now beginning to (actively) learn thumbnailing. and composition. Its weird to think about how many things and possibly useful tools i simply do not discover by myself..

#my art journey #whoaa i guess this is why being in communication with other artist is fun and cool #i shall not refuse any concept artist or illustrator sharing #art resources #artists on tumblr #art tips #thumbnailing #in fact #by all means #please do share #anything on #composition #art

[cryingforcrocodiles]

Olivier Giroud talking on panel after France vs Poland game on their shared special moment on the field that day.

"There was nothing calculated. I reassure you so there you go. We found ourselves in a moment. It makes a very nice photo. I laughed a lot by the way on the montages, but no, it's just natural of spontaneity. Uh, high level sport and football in particular makes us live magical moments like that. My relationship with him, it's very good for me, it always has been and so it shows today on the field, we mostly take a lot of fun to evolve together. Not just the two of us—" (video ends)

#this translation ia from tiktok captions so please 🙏🏿 be sweet on me #if its deadass terrible pls tell me and you may translate/correct me #by all means #olivier giroud #kylian mbapp�� #fifa 2022 #france nt

[samadhifired]

One of the funnier things in LMK fandom is that people have taken the tittle "Handsome Monkey King" and agreed Wukong must be a very attractive guy.

And then you start reading JttW stuff in general and it turns out that not only Wukong gave that tittle to himself because of his huge ego, but he is so unpleasant to look at that the author uses “uglier than Monkey Pilgrim” as an insult.

(And apparently, to break the hearts of all long haired Wukong fans, he is bald)

#Lmk #monkie kid #lego monkie kid #lmk sun wukong #lmk wukong #by all means #let's keep him handsome #but it does give this mental image #of very happy and smug Wukong #'You thought that I was ugly?!' #'Well look all these people who disagree!' #Sf rambles

[rose-tinted-kalopsia]

jeremiah is the type to look into your eyes tuck your hair behind your ear and tell you you're beautiful while he's fucking you btw

ANONIE I FUCKING CHOKEDJSJFJDHF A JEREMIAH ASK?! IN MY INBOX?! FOR ME?! SHOW YOURSELF WE NEED TO TALK!!! (lovingly)

god he WOULD you are so right anonie... and he'll caress your cheek in disbelief that he could possibly have someone as wonderful as you beneath him like this ?????? just slow rolls of his hips as he takes in the sight :( "...pinch me, i'm not dreaming, am i?"

#so like #are ALL of you watching my rp tag #and jumping on the train to feed my delusions like this #I'M NOT COMPLAINING #CONTINUE #BY ALL MEANS #*ੈ♡. rose jar #ʚɞ*.ﾟ. lnds

[e-halley]

There was a time I would try my best to explain the reason why I love and obsessed with it, but now I just wanna say I LOVE IT IT IS MY KINK AND THEY MAKE ME WHO I AM

#by all means #i love bottom sam #also crazy about overprotective big brother dom alpha top dean #cuz its hot and i love it #wincest

[keepscrollinghun]

this is what real anti Zionist pro liberation solidarity looks like.

@madison4pali

#about jvp and 'others' #solidarity with palestine #palestine #gaza #free palestine #by all means #strike for gaza #strike for palestine #global strike #shut down the weapons manufacturer #block the boat

[lostryu]

@leftovergasoline quickly, explain why you think sexual slavery is funny. i don't get the joke. please explain to me why you think a butch lesbian is gonna fuck a man. we are all waiting. explain the joke.

Oh wait, you reblog from the guy who has a whole side-blog dedicated to fantasizing about raping lesbians straight, and raping butches into being men, and other disgusting 'fantasies'. no need to explain the joke, I'll show you to the door <3

#did you really think people were gonna laugh with this one? #like genuinely #did you think sexually harassing a stranger on the internet is funny #by all means #laugh #the rest of us wont listen tho #tw rape #lesbophobia

[uncertainwallflower]

So...I may have started a thing.

It will not be seriously persued for some time (until BTDATS is nearing its conclusion) but I'm excited about it.

#new wip #oopsie #as the seventh month dies #ATSMD #uncertainwallflower #also i've never written a play before so #if you have advice for me #by all means #hit me up

[officialannanicolesmith]

Multiple times in my life I’ve fallen in love with my male best friend and decided that the pinnacle of love is letting someone go and let me tell you, it’s horrible, don’t ever develop romantic feelings for your bff because now I get to go to two weddings back to back of men I once deeply loved but knew I had to let go.

#literally one is May 25th (the day after my birthday) #and the other is June 1st #if anyone would like to come suck the soul out of my body #by all means

[odd-god]

About to dress up and hurt my own damn feelings 👉🏽😎👉🏽

#fashion #trans #trans man #trans masc #queer #lgbtq #dating #if there are any women #who like versatile masculine men #who are queer #by all means

[tao-lay]

GOSH LINK NEAL

#i know we've heard this fact somewhere before #tjat he was number one in his class #but fuuuuuck #hearing it again makes me go JSKSJFKSFHKF #VERY FERAL #LIKE OH MY GOODNESS #MY LINKYPOO IS A SMART MAN #HE IS BEST BOY #BY ALL MEANS #AND I JUST #i'm a sapiosexual so just djdkfkjdirfidhskzbflgo #espeicially when it coems to math??? #my brain loses focus because i TOO love math #anf for someone else to love math and be GOOD in math just as much as me??? #FUCKING DELICIOUS #I WANT TO GOBBLE HIM UP #derryn being whipped hours #derryn ranting about her niche obsessions #oh my linkypoo #i love you linkypoo #gmm

[travelersrest]

🐺🩷🐺

#lion hearts #brave souls #soul ties #journey #lovers #passion #by all means #genuinely #a gentleman

[queerliblib]

hello! first off, it's such a boost to my mood every time i see your logo, so happy you are flourishing! wishing you all many good things and pleasant, productive meetings.

i'm here to ask a follow up question about interacting with the site for people outside US •√•

in the ask (on 7th of july, i believe?) you said we will be able to access the website and your social links – but i'm just wondering if the titles or contents of the books will be accessible? will it be possible to read the books, staying on the website?

Hello! ty 🥰 

tl/dr: Right. so, unfortunately no.

more specifically (based on our current understanding*): when we launch, our library users will be able to sign up for a membership which will require people to provide: 1. A Name (not necessarily legal) 2. an email address 3. a US zip code. Once you’ve got your digital library card you’ll be able to access our collection on Libby through a portal on our website or directly through the Libby app. But again, getting that digital card & accessing the collection/reading the books is restricted to people who have a US zip code.

Digital e- & audio-book licensing often differs by country, so the licenses we will be able to buy will only apply to the US, which is why even though we’ll try to collect as little data as possible about our patrons, we’ll still need that zip code.

#as a 501(c)3 gotta do everything above board! #it is a bummer not to be able to get resources to everyone but we are also a small org and don’t really have the capacity to go internat'l #however! #by all means #if you think our business model could work in your country #the more the merrier as far as queer libraries go as far as we’re concerned #*aka please don’t hold us verbatim to this -as with anything in development it may flux a little

[inutaffy]

ive had enough of will angst its mikes turn

#i'm sorry atp im kinda manifesting mike screentime 🫠 and if getting cursed by vecna is the way to do that then ..... #by all means #stranger things #s4 stranger things #stranger things s4 #byler #mike wheeler #will byers #michael wheeler