I have been experiencing something interesting since I got this shirt. I keep forgetting about it after it happens. However, recently I wore it two days in a row and in those two days received effusive compliments on it thrice from middle aged cishet appearing white male presenting people. And twice followed it up with a sort of solidarity nod, presumably to suggest that they weren't what they appeared, but definitely that they weren't the sort of person that people who look like them often are.

I often feel some trepidation when I openly wear rainbows and pride things, but this was some extra encouragement to continue to do so anyway. I really appreciated this as a nice easy way for people to signal to me that they were safe and supportive.

I was reminded to post this after seeing @troublewithwords 's post about a successful compliment to a stranger and thought they might appreciate this too.

#pridemontheverymonth
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Good morning! June is #PrideMonth and we’re showcasing the very best #LGBTQIplus writing. From histories to mysteries, there are brilliant books available from across the community and we are proud to show just a few! Now, more than ever, we support diversity and inclusion in your #localbookshop. We look forward to welcoming you here, too.

Resistencia para siempre! #smashpatriarchy #fckpatriatchy #sororidad #sisterhood #lgbtqiplus #flinta #8m #machismo ‍🌈 🏳️‍⚧️

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