My sister:

"You're kinda in a unique position. I don't think there are many trans women in tech or computer jobs"

XD XD XD XD

Brain has been wanting to slip into “fat dad” headspace. I haven’t let myself go there for a while, for reasons. It still hurts too much.

But, I just want to cuddle up against a big older dad bearchub. My head on his chest. My hand playing casually with his belly. Feel his warmth against me.

It’s something I’ve experienced before, and it was wonderful. Felt like I belonged.

But at the moment… I don’t really want to go there, because it hurts to think about what was. Or could have been.

In case you’re currently looking for a job, a reminder:

Those “requirements” that companies put in their postings - those are just a wishlist.

If the job looks like it fits you, and you meet maybe 50% of the requirements, go for it.

“You should hire me, because… “ - if you can complete this sentence, the role is worth applying for.

Twitter took @x handle from longtime user and only offered him “some merch”

Gene Hwang wasn't paid for @x handle that Twitter now uses on official account.

https://arstechnica.com/tech-policy/2023/07/twitter-took-x-handle-from-longtime-user-and-only-offered-him-some-merch/?utm_brand=arstechnica&utm_social-type=owned&utm_source=mastodon&utm_medium=social

Interesting thing to note, and maybe something to point out to artists who might be hesitant to open an account off of twitter:

I've seen a lot of sign-ups on here with the reason given of specifically following an artist they're interested in.

I'd like to think that means y'all aren't starting from scratch like a lot of people seem to think would be the case (though I very much can't say for sure).