February 2012
“shame is not a catalyst for change; it is a paralytic. Anyone who has ever...”
– http://www.xojane.com/issues/whats-wrong-fat-shaming (via thechocolatebrigade)
Waldeinsamkeit: Let's talk about boobs. →
xoxo-gossip-gay:
A lot of people seem to think that boobs are the root of all evil or some shit like as soon as boobs come on screen the film is suddenly rated 18. But it’s not like the whole boob that bothers people it’s just the nipple. The nipple? Really? It’s. A. Fucking. Nipple. Men have nipples too.
Oh my fucking god what is it about female nipples that turns parents and censorship...
“A lot of men want a woman to mother them. They get with a woman and all they do...”
– Henry Rollins
Woman: Can I have birth control?
Government: No.
Woman: I got pregnant because I didn't have birth control and I don't want the fetus. Can I have an abortion?
Government: No.
Woman: I gave birth to my child but since I wasn't expecting it, I can't afford daycare. Can I have help paying for it?
Government: No.
Woman: My boyfriend isn't excited about sex anymore, because I lost my figure due to pregnancy. Will you pay for his erectile dysfunction pills?
Government: Yes.
“As all advocates of feminist politics know most people do not understand sexism...”
– bell hooks (via thevirtualpostit)
vegansaurus!: A bill proposes a shark fin ban in... →
vegansaurus:
Sharksavers.org has lots of great info in the fight against shark finning.
Exciting news:
On Tuesday, legislators in New York State announced a bill that, following the example of Western states, would ban the sale, trading, possession and distribution of shark fins, possibly as…
“In my opinion there’s no such thing as guilty pleasures. If you like something,...”
– Edgar Wright (via sherlockisms)
Maryland Gay Marriage Bill Approved By State... →
ANNAPOLIS, Md. — Gay marriage is all but legalized in Maryland after the legislature gave its final OK Thursday to the law that’s being sent to Gov. Martin O’Malley, who said he expects to sign it sometime this week.
“Closing your eyes isn’t going to change anything. Nothing’s going to disappear...”
– Haruki Murakami (via cavum)
I want to live in an Earthship →
nayyness:
Earthship Biotecture designs and builds completely sustainable homes using repurposed materials. They’re totally off the grid — meaning they have their own electric, water & sewage systems and have all the convenience of a modern home. Awesome!
“First and foremost, when looking at the standards for mental illness, it is not...”
– Stefan Molyneux (via 122782)
