None? Fuckers need to read them some books.
If it was Rent/Mortgage free, uh duh. I'd make sure the family members of the deceased were okay with people living in the house and that they felt welcome to come and visit if they felt the need to. I'm not sure if I believe in ghosts, but I'd try my best to be respectful of the memories of the people who were murdered.
But if that turned into some Amityville Horror shit, I'd find a new house of my dreams.
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This post is brought to you by my realization that I saw the grunge movement be born and die and was reminded of this while listening to the radio and crying over my ~old age~
This scene made me BAAAAAAAAAAAAW. Not romantic love, but love all the same.
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bitchinkitchnThis is the promotional and inspirational community for the (future) cook book "Women Who Love Men Who Love Cake: Breaking Through the Frosting to Reveal the Diamond Within". I'm hoping, that with the help of other feminists, to pen a satirical feminist cook book. It's gonna be good. For real.
When the project is complete, it will be for sale. Proceeds from the sale of the book will help fund a rape crisis center for the city of Jacksonville and other rape crisis facilities and educational groups around the country.
The community as it is right now is to share recipes, stories, and other tidbits that could possibly appear in the book. Everything posted here will be considered for the book. I don't play favorites and I want everyone to have a shot at making a difference.
Entries will be posted and community members contribute via comment. That keeps the drama down.
I'd love for you all to join and I could definitely appreciate a signal boost!
1. Don't derail a discussion. Even if it makes you personally uncomfortable to discuss X issue...it's really not about you or your comfort. It's about X issue, and you are absolutely free to not engage rather than try to keep other people from continuing their conversation.
2. Do read links/books referenced in discussions. Again, even if the things being said make you uncomfortable, part of being a good ally is not looking for someone to provide a 101 class midstream. Do your own heavy lifting.
3. Don't expect your feelings to be a priority in a discussion about X issue. Oftentimes people get off onto the tone argument because their feelings are hurt by the way a message was delivered. If you stand on someone's foot and they tell you to get off? The correct response is not "Ask nicely" when you were in the wrong in the first place.
4. Do shut up and listen. I cannot emphasize enough the importance of listening to the people actually living X experience. There is nothing more obnoxious than someone (however well intentioned) coming into the spaces of a marginalized group and insisting that they absolutely have the solution even though they've never had X experience. You can certainly make suggestions, but don't be surprised if those ideas aren't well received because you've got the wrong end of the stick somewhere.
5. Don't play Oppresion Olympics. Really, if you're in the middle of a conversation about racism? Now is not the time to talk about how hard it is to be a white woman and deal with sexism. Being oppressed in one area does not mean you have no privilege in another area. Terms like intersectionality and kyriarchy exist for a reason. Also...that's derailing. Stop it.
6. Do check your privilege. It's hard and often unpleasant, but it's really necessary. And you're going to get things wrong. Because no one is perfect. But part of being an ally is being willing to hear that you're doing it wrong.
7. Don't expect a pass into safe spaces because you call yourself an ally. You're not entitled to access as a result of not being an asshole. Sometimes it just isn't going to be about you or what you think you should happen. Your privilege didn't fall away when you became an ally, and there are intra-community conversations that need to take place away from the gaze of the privileged.
8. Do be willing to stand up to bigots. Even if all you do is tell a friend that the thing they just said about X marginalized group is unacceptable, you're doing some of the actual work of being an ally.
9. Don't treat people like accessories or game tokens. Really, you get no cool points for having a diverse group of friends. Especially when you try to use that as license to act like an asshole.
10. Do keep trying. Fighting bigotry is a war, not a battle, and it's generational. So, keep your goals realistic, your spirits up (taking a break to recoup emotional, financial, physical reserves is a-okay), and your heart in the right place. Eventually we'll get it right.
- Mood:
drained - Music:Queen ft. David Bowie - Under Pressure
I believe in Harvey Dent.
My response to it is long and emotional, but I think it'll be worth your while to click the cut. This is usually one of those things were I just sob by myself in a corner, but this time, I wanted to be concise and offer a proper opinion.
( My thoughts on this video )
I didn't mean to get long-winded, but it had to be done, you know?
- Mood:
infuriated - Music:The sound of my anger
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what is this i don't even
It was 95oF today and w4d1 kicked. my. ass. I barely finished and actually had to stop during the 5 minute run because I thought I was going to throw up. And stopping only made it worse because I could barely start back up again. It's not like I didn't know better. The heat makes me stupid. Yeah...the heat...
No breeze and up two (tiny) hills and in direct sunlight. Not a good idea. But! My knees didn't bother me at all, really, save for the occasional twinge here and there. My cool down afterward was really great, too. Fall Out Boy makes for good stretching music.
I can't believe I've made it this far! I can't believe I'm halfway done! :3 I'm going to shower and hit a few weights!
- Mood:
energetic - Music:Fall Out Boy - Dead on Arrival
On an unrelated to running note, I've somehow gained 30 pounds in the last three years and now I'm nearly overweight...I guess I shouldn't say somehow. I know how I've gained that weight. Lately, I've been feeling really bummed out, depressed, and listless. I've just been...so bored that it makes me sad or so stressed out from doing so much stuff so I eat shitty food throughout the day. My brother just got a weight bench, so maybe I can use that to curb the boredom. Matt and I also eat out way too much. And I never get "healthy options". I know that I over-eat and have a shitty sense of self-control. I think I'm going to go to the mall today and pick up a healthy cooking book that focuses on portion control. Even without the vain reasons for wanting to loose weight, gaining that much weight is really not good for my Crohn's. Eating half the shit that I do is not good for my Crohn's. Boo.
Back to running. Finally done with week three and it wasn't as bad as I initially thought. It was a bit tough, with the 3 minute runs, but I think I did okay. I start w4 today and I'm going to have to press myself a bit (but not too much) to catch up with my workout schedule, but I think I can do it safely.
- Mood:
calm
I still have that pain in my knees. I've taken this work out a lot slower, but it's still there. I'm going to ask someone about it soon, to make sure it's not an injury. I still need to update my playlist. Some songs are damn hard to run to and I'm not sure why I even picked them in the first place.
I'm glad I moved my workout to today and Sunday. Still kinda worried about my knees. :/
- Mood: calm
I did encounter a problem. I had extremely sharp pain in my knees for this work out. I think that maybe it's time for new shoes and/or insoles? I've never had this problem before and I don't recall hurting myself in the days I didn't run. It made my run really uncomfortable and it was hard to get through it. It makes me worried that I won't be able to handle w3d2 tomorrow :/.
Someone in
couch_to_5k suggested that perhaps I'm running too fast, but I don't know about that lol. I run at a fairly "leisurely" pace. I'm really thinking it's a shoe issue and may postpone my run until Friday evening so I can go ask someone at the sporting goods store. I don't want to injure myself so early in! Better safe than sorry!My playlist still needs tweaking. I have too many slow and chill songs lol. Any suggestions for upbeat songs to run to?
How's everyone's week going? :)
I rode my bike for about 3 miles (all the way around my neighborhood) at a leisurely pace today and did a few stretches. I think I'll do this tomorrow as well so Tuesday workout won't be so brutal.
I've been using Udder cream for my thigh chaffing problem. My dad works with his hands all day and swears by this stuff. It's worked out well so far.
Any advice for w3? And how has everyone else's schedules been going?
It was a little bit difficult today, due to the heat. I also ran out of water when I was about 2/3 of the way done. I'll have to make sure my bottle is filled to the tippy top next time, especially on hot days such as these. I think I had a steady pace going on today, but pace is something I need to work on, that's for sure. My playlist also needs tweaking.
Tested out Udder cream for my chaffing problem and it seams to really help. And makes my thighs smell good lol.
My thighs weren't giving me as much of a problem as they usually do, but I'm going to stretch AFTER my run to see how that effects me.
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herladyship posted some great links on the dangers of static stretching that you can check out here. Very informative and something to keep in mind. Can I just say how proud of myself I am for starting this, let alone getting this far? Pat on the back for me! Not looking forward to w3. It's scary! D:
I felt super accomplished. And super sore. My thighs were really giving me a hard time. I think that maybe if I do some light exercise on the days that I'm not running that will ease my c25k work outs. Maybe riding my bike a little and doing some extended stretching? Thoughts?
I also had a small problem with chaffing in my inner thighs. What can I do to help this? I read today on
runners that compression shorts can help this problem, but I lack the funds for a new pair of shorts this week. Anything I can do in the meantime? I hope everyone is having a successful week!
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couch_to_5k)- Mood: sore
- Music:Matisyahu - Refuge
I feel confident! I also am in a much better mood after a run. I'm looking forward to the following weeks.
A few questions, though. What should I look for in a sports bra? I have one, but it's at least two years old and I don't know if it even fits properly.
As for the other question. I'm thinking about signing up for a 5k in September. It's the week right after my very last work-out. Should I continue to run like my normal schedule, or would I rest for the week?
Hope everyone has a good week.
It was cooler outside than it was yesterday, which was nice, and I brought a bottle of ice water with me. I also invested in an armband for my iPod, which was nice to have. It didn't chafe or rub on my arm, but did get a little bit sweaty and was sliding. I'll put a napkin under it or something next time. I also remembered to tie my hair up this time! No hair-mouth!
As far as the bad things go, there weren't too many. The gnats were out in full force, as it rained about an hour before my run. So, while there was no hair-mouth, there was bug-mouth. And bug-eyes. And bug-nose. Not a fan of that. I also didn't have time for find another tank top for running, so I had to pick a black t-shirt. Not a smart idea, but I survived!
I feel awesome! Hungry, but awesome. I'm really glad I decided to do this. I'm in such a good mood right now and really enjoy running. It's a little bit tough, but I've made it through two work outs. I CAN make it through the others. I WILL make it through the others. And I will reward myself with a pair of crazy purple leggings.
Go me! :3
- Music:Vanessa Carlton - Half A Week Before The Winter
I'm also thinking about picking up a treadmill (I saw a few cheap ones on craigslist) for when it's just too hot to run outside or if it's raining really heavily.
I'm off to make myself a playlist! :3
GO ME!
P.S. I'm going to be sore like a motherfucker tomorrow. Not looking forward to class first thing in the morning. Boooo.
- Mood: sore
- Music:N*Sync - Here We Go
i realize now i do not fear death... i fear my daughter will not be free when i die
- From the Twitter of an Iranian medical student
"If it bothers you so much, then why don't you stop watching?" seems to be the question of the last few days from my friends and family who know how invested I have become in the cause of the Iranian people (as I have explained in great detail here) The answer is simple: one day of caring is not enough. We must be the voice for the people of Iran who would otherwise be silenced. They are without reliable news sources, they are without mobile phone calls, text messaging, facebook, twitter, youtube, AIM, Yahoo, Google, and pretty much every other useful outlet for information you can think of. Yet they persist on the streets and on the internet in any way they can. The least we can do, whether we are across continents, oceans, or time zones, is spread their words safely.
My death is irrelevant.Wht is important is that u do not forget my words.We want freedom.i will die 4that
- From the Twitter of a protester in Tehran
Right now, brave men and women in Iran, both young and old, are sacrificing their lives for their voices to be heard. They must fear not only the police, but also the Basij -a force of men loyal to the government who plant themselves among crowds in plain clothes in order to discretely attack protesters and incite chaos.The protesters are peaceful. They mass together in crowds that are reported to grow in size every day. At night they have very few, if any, safe places to stay. Houses with satelite dishes were attacked by the Basij tonight, and during the 50 minutes of Twitter's maintenance, another university was attacked.
140 characters is a novel when you're being shot at.
- From another Iranian Twitter
WHAT CAN YOU DO TO HELP?
- The most obvious thing to do is stay informed. Keep an eye on reliable sources on Twitter, refresh blogs and news sites that are covering the stories.
- If you are on twitter, retweet information from reliable twitters, but REMOVE THE USERNAME if they are in Iran. People have died because of the lack of responsibility by fellow tweeters and the media in this front. They can be tracked down by the government of Iran.
- Spread the information elsewhere. Repost this article or write your own on Facebook, Myspace, Tumblr, or anywhere else you can think of. If you write your own, make sure you are concise and accurate. Link to your sources for people to learn more.
- Change your location on Twitter to Tehran or Iran, and your time zone to GMT +3:30.
- DO NOT auto-refresh and take down websites, even if you are asked. It slows down the internet for the rest of the people in Iran.
- If you make a proxy DO NOT post it publically, otherwise it is useless. Send it in a direct message to a trusted source.
- DO NOT spam the hash tag #IranElection with useless things to "confuse the government". This does not help at all.
USEFUL SITES TO FURTHER HELP
Cyber War Guide for Iran Elections
Green Revolution - How to Help
Anonymous - Why We Protest - Iran
STAY INFORMED!
Follow on Twitter: @ProtesterHelp and @StopAhmadi
(REMINDER: DO NOT REPOST PERSONAL TWITTERS OF THOSE INSIDE THE COUNTRY, EVEN IF THEY ARE RELIABLE!)
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