Measuring out my life in poems & coffee spoons...

I’m probably way more excited about this than is warranted, but I’m feeling very proud of myself— I’m listed as one of the “favorite local poets” for the Women of the World Qualifier/Slam at AS220! (I had been asked to read prior to the slam, but I thought it was going to be more informal, and didn’t even imagine that I’d be publicized at all.) And I will be reading alongside some really really amazing poets.

I feel like I’m finally starting to make a real name for myself in the local poetry scene. I just wish it didn’t start happening so close to me moving away from RI, but what can you do? My poetry is getting out there regardless, which is really really awesome.

If you’re around Providence, come and support this awesome event! Even if you’re not local, isn’t coming to support one of your friends who is a “favorite local poet” a reason to make the trek?

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To protest a bill that would require women to undergo an ultrasound before having an abortion, Virginia State Sen. Janet Howell (D-Fairfax) on Monday attached an amendment that would require men to have a rectal exam and a cardiac stress test before obtaining a prescription for erectile dysfunction medication.

Huff Po (via rachelfershleiser)

This is the most beautiful thing. Can we send her flowers?

(via jaimealyse)

Sometimes there is even beauty in bureaucratic political maneuvers.

(via mrawbot)

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fuckyeahfeminists:

stardustevolution:

THE AMERICAN DREAM ..RIGHT??!!

If you live in GA or know one of your followers does please re-blog this. Ill be posting more information from SPARK (events, updates) as we get them concerning HB 653 and our efforts to stop shackling. Please visit the links below and pass them along.

“On April 14, 2011, our anti-shackling bill, HB 653, was introduced and will be reviewed during the 2012 legislative session. This is the first pro reproductive justice bill introduced in Georgia in 4 years”

- http://sparkrj.org/content/

http://dl.dropbox.com/u/9041527/SJTA/Legislate%20THIS/SPARK_RESOURCE_INTERACTIVE_rev_02182011.pdf

Love SPARK! Have gotten to meet some of the people behind the organization. An amazing group of people doing amazing, necessary work.

I remember hearing about this issue when I was interning for the ACLU of Georgia last summer. I also got to work a little bit with SPARK when I helped to put together a brochure/fact sheet for Trans individuals who were thinking about going through the process of legally changing their name and/or sex.

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How to be a fan of problematic things

“Liking problematic things doesn’t make you an asshole. In fact, you can like really problematic things and still be not only a good person, but a good social justice activist (TM)! After all, most texts have some problematic elements in them, because they’re produced by humans, who are well-known to be imperfect. But it can be surprisingly difficult to own up to the problematic things in the media you like, particularly when you feel strongly about it, as many fans do. We need to find a way to enjoy the media we like without hurting other people and marginalised groups.”

(Also, this: ”…do not ever suggest that people not take media ‘so seriously’, or argue that it’s ‘just’ a tv show. The narratives that we surround ourselves with can subtly, subconsciously influence how we think about ourselves and others.”)

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Ultra-Geekery, Right Here

Talking about the UCC and the “battle of the forms” (which, for non-law people, is even less exciting than it sounds) in sales today gave me another idea for the webcomic/musical/short-story idea that’s been floating around in my head for a couple years.

If only I had more artistic skills, a tablet with a nifty art program on it, and/or time to actually create this idea.

On a related note, anyone know of any really interesting/out-there myths, folklore, or stories about deities? I’m pretty familiar with Greek mythology, a little less with Norse mythology, and obviously familiar with the western religions. I’m much less knowledgeable about myths, folklore, and religion from other areas of the world, however.

Any suggestions of stories or pantheons to check out?

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panasonicyouth:

amoristunbound:

gingerhaze:

brofisting:

brofisting:

kaeferlein:

paging aimee and noelle

i paused this in the middle to reblog

i can’t stop laughing

the best part is that two people took time out of their day to do this

they could have just slapped the actual song over it

but no

they had to sing it themselves

I

think my whole day is worth it now

have i mentioned lately how much i love the internet?

i say this with no bit of irony

this is one of the best things the Internet has ever produced

I just … cannot. This has destroyed my ability to can.

Is this real life?

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The Table Room: If Famous Writers Had Written Twilight

amysnakehole:

paperquake:

Flannery O’Connor

When Native American werewolf Jacob threatens her with death, Bella reconsiders her hardcore racism, and just for one milisecond, the audience finds her sympathetic.

And they are all just that good.

(P.S. Read the comments. Trust…

One of my favorites:

“Virginia Woolf

The novel takes place over the course of twenty four hours, during which Bella is painting a portrait of Edward and reflecting on how her femininity circumscribes her role within 20th century society.”

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Emo kid just threw a slo-mo dove in my face; I guess that means he flipped me the bird.

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