WomensStuff
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- Women only… trans women are women, and transphobic or gender critical talk isn’t allowed. Any woman-identified person under the trans umbrella (e.g. non-binary, bigender, agender) is welcome.
- Don’t be a dick. No personal attacks, no aggression, play nice.
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- No governmental politics, so no talk of Trump actions etc. We recommend Feminism@beehaw.org for that, but here is an escape from it.
After @Lady Butterfly mentioned in passing that writing up a bit of history on a woman I used to answer another question here might be welcome, I started writing up histories of fascinating strong women in history. This week I put out the fifth in my "Kick-Ass Women from HIstory" series (and my personal favourite so far) and the reaction has really made my week already.
Who knew that being long-winded and prone to blather could be so much fun!?
Its neither long winded or blather! They're some of the most upvoted posts we've had and people are obviously really getting a lot out of them. Shining a light on ignored women is what this group is all about
I'm getting my hair done today! It's so scraggly at the ends I think he'll need to use gardening shears but I can't wait to see it done.
@ZDL@ttrpg.network has been doing some amazing posts on kick ass women through history and I've been gripped by each one. Absolutely GRIPPED.
I've losing access to academic journals soon so I've been bashing topics I'm interested in. I've nearly finished reading the stuff on childhood emotional abuse which has been really interesting
Hope it turns out well! Hair appointments can be a bit nerve wracking
A fresh look always feels great! I've seen those kick ass women posts too, absolutely great stuff. I hope you're able to cram in all the reading you can, or somehow save a copy of what you can't before you lose access to those journals! That is a really great resource to have available.
Can we get a link to those posts, please?
Sure, if you click on @ZDL@ttrpg.network then go to her posts they all show
Whoops, mea culpa, I was under the impression there was a specific magazine for it. Thanks!
Haha np it's fine
I'm so grateful for the kindness of this community. It's so easy to fall into a habit of letting the worst version of ourselves have the reigns, it's so good to be in the company of those whose behavior reminds me to let the better versions of myself do the driving. Thanks again.
Thanks Maeve, that's a really nice thing to say. And you're a valued part of it all 😊
You're welcome and thank you, too. It's great to have the extra support as the community is navigating proper care and assistance for our brother.
I have a pretty sarcastic and mean streak myself; but this community tends to bring out the better side of me, so yes, you're right.
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@CheeseToastie@lazysoci.al / @LadyButterfly@lemmy.world / @dandelion@lemmy.blahaj.zone: I don't know if Lemmy has pinned messages, but if it does, maybe we could provide a pinned message that links to all the "Kick-Ass Women from History" posts for ease of access?
Great idea! I'll get that sorted later today
Finally starting to get over this guy
Thats great! It can be really rough getting over someone, heartbreak is really painful
After having gotten my sleep on track, we had a community member in crises that completely disrupted my re-established pattern. Chores are still behind, and I woke up twice, briefly last night, then went back to sleep for several hours and had rem sleep. I'm still yawning but it was a victory. Got to spend time actually giving my fur baby some attention.
Eta: I feel like every day is a good day, but my perspective may go sideways due to challenges that are outside of my comfort zone. I'm trying to reframe these challenges as "free mental/spiritual/ intellectual/your word voice workouts. I'm not saying they're easy. I'm saying I can choose to look at it as opportunities to grow.
So far everything in the garden that I've planted this year is doing well! I've got tomatoes, strawberries, some raspberry canes, and green onions and chives growing happily. :)
Wow that's quite a harvest! You've done really well there. Has it been a lot of work?
I plant small amounts of each one so it's manageable! It's a lot of work a couple of times a year when you're getting it all set up and then harvesting and cleaning it out, but most of the time plants are just out there growing their best life.
That's a good way of doing it, all in one go and then not for a while. You've been really sensible
I miss gardening. A few pots in the balcony just doesn't cut it. 😞
World travel plans! Been so busy lately planning everything and organizing things with my family and this is going to open up so many new opportunities, experiences and challenges for me. Have hardly had any time for my socials because I've been so busy! 😭
Oh that sounds gooooood. What's something about travelling you're particularly looking forward to?
Pretty much everything! Seeing new locations, hiking, swimming, experiencing new things...Even the flying haha. It's all gonna be so exciting for me!
I'm excited for you Elaine you'll have a blast
Last night I picked up my partner at the airport, surprised them with flowers and special frozen desserts. It's always good to be reunited with a loved one 🥰