batarangst:

im pretty sure you all know what im about but just to be clear: black lives matter. i stand with the muslim and jewish communities. i am an intersectional feminist. i am pro-choice. im part of, and support, the LGBTQA+ community. i stand with immigrants. i stand with refugees. i stand with the poor and the homeless. i stand with the imprisoned and support criminal justice reform. racism is not tolerated. homophobia and transphobia are not tolerated. islamophobia and anti-semitism are not tolerated. ableism is not tolerated. sexism is not tolerated.

i am not silent and i am not complacent and i am still learning. and if you aren’t helping, if you are proudly part of the problem, you are not welcome on this blog.

seattlish:

Hey, friendos. We know the world is scary right now (maybe it’s been scary for you for a long time. Maybe forever. Maybe the scariness is new. Either way, hi) and that you might be looking for solutions.

We want to remind you of one here in Washington: Take Charge. 

Take Charge is a program run through Planned Parenthood that offers free (YEAH REALLY) birth control and annual exams to folks who are low-income, regardless of gender. 

If you’re a single person who makes up to $2,452 monthly, you may qualify.

Go get a damn IUD. Get yourself tested. Get a check-up. Get Take Charge because it will be there for you even if the ACA gets gutted.

GO GO GO GO. 

thewinddrifter:

Yep.

I’m posting this to warn people in North Carolina, Muslims and Jewish peeps (Muslims and Jews of colour especially), all people of colour  and queer people (lesbian, trans, gay, non binary, agender, asexual, all of you) to please be safe wherever you are on that date.

If you do not feel safe, please stay at home or with friends. Do not attempt to engage them or incite them to violence for your and your friends and families safety, please. Do not give them a reason. 

If you want to organise a counter protest, that is fine too but please, always be safe. Organise the protest on secure channels where it is safer and away from potential fascist infiltration.

@trans-mom @himteckerjam @maxiesatanofficial @punkbutch @iavenjqasdf @planeswalker-princess @splendidland please help boost this.

datingdisastersofaqueergirl:

I wish people wouldn’t make posts about how to deal with tear gas/protests unless they actually know what they’re talking about. 

I am a trained street medic and I’ve personally been tear gassed more times than I can count.

- Do not use soda or water to wash tear gas out of your eyes. Use a combination of liquid maalox and water, 50:50. That’s what works. 

- They can literally tear gas you anywhere you stand in relation to the police because riot cops have gas masks. I’ve been tear gassed within five feet of the front line of police. They do not care. 

- Before my very first protest I asked my friend who’d been doing this for over 5 years if I should soak my bandana in vinegar. She laughed and said, “I have no idea who started that rumor but it’s never done shit for me or anyone I’ve ever known.”

- If you are bulimic or have chronic vomiting, please keep in mind that the mucus membrane in your throat is a precious tender baby and you will be much more effected by tear gas than everyone around you and you will feel it in your throat for weeks afterwards and NO ONE EVER WARNS YOU ABOUT THIS.

- The police probably won’t zip tie you with your hands in front, they pretty much know how easy it is to break out of those.

- People with asthma should always carry their inhalers because that shit is real bad when you get sprayed with tear gas. 

- Never go to a protest alone. Always have a buddy there and always let someone who isn’t going know where you are, your legal name, and your birthday so if you get snatched they can check the jails and the online database for you. (note: this does not work when they grab hundreds of people at once or sometimes they just never put your name in the database yay!)

Seriously y'all, this is not the time for posturing. If you don’t know something, ask a street medic or google it. 

gr1m3:

domofudgie:

To any of of you who are thinking of going to protests:

- Bring water and snacks.
- If you get pepper sprayed or tear gassed, milk on your face will help. Do not put soap directly in your eye. A damp cloth with soap and water can also help irritated skin. I’ve also heard that toothpaste beneath the eyes can help.
- Bring anxiety medication if you need it
- if you have a form of medical ID, do not wear it around your neck. Someone could yank on it and hurt you.
- Boots. Trust me on this one.
- Also goggles.
- Have a plan B/emergency contact in case you need a way to leave quickly.
- Wear long sleeves and long pants to reduce chance of injury.

Your safety is important. If you have any corrections to this post or things to add, please do. I want people to be informed.

Stay safe. Stay strong.

tooth paste helps for tear gas as well. 

another good thing to bring is a rag soaked in lemon juice or vinegar in a plastic bag, this can be used to breathe through for some protection against gas.

pack wet bandanas to wrap around your face when tear gas is release. 

Extra pairs of clothes too.

Don’t wear contacts. Wear glasses or goggles, tear gas with contacts causes unimaginable pain. 

Avoid wearing oil based moisturizer or sunscreen as chemicals cling to these on your skin. Remove with detergent-free soap before going near the riot.

BE CAREFUL GUYS

monalisas–and–madhatters:

romythe:

hands-full-of-hospital-bands:

normalgiraffes:

I was just complaining to my friend that my oldest sister didn’t know what to do the last time I had a convulsive seizure, and I ended up injured because of it. And my friend said that actually, they don’t know what to do when they see someone have a convulsive seizure, either.

So I thought I’d explain it to you.  I’m not a doctor, and I have no medical training and not everything here will apply to everyone who has convulsive seizures, these are just the things that apply to me, and when in doubt, call an ambulance. 

Here’s what you do:

Look around. Am I lying in the middle of a busy street or on the railroad tracks, or somewhere else dangerous, like in the bathtub? If yes, drag me to somewhere where I am not in imminent danger of being hit by a truck or drowning. 

Am I somewhere safe, but lying near dangerous things like fire or knives or broken glass or pans of boiling water or anything that can hurt me? Move the dangerous things away from me.

My body will be convulsing. That means my head and my arms and my legs are rapidly hitting the ground. Put something soft underneath my head. If there’s a cushion right there, perfect. If not, wad up your coat or shove your shopping bag under my head. If there’s nothing immediately to hand that would take you more than a few seconds to grab, stick your feet underneath my head, it’ll work.

Am I wearing anything around my neck, like a tight collar, or a necktie, or a choker? Loosen it, so my airway is clear.

Don’t restrict my movements - don’t try to hold my arms and legs down. You’ve already moved all the dangerous things away from me, and cushioned my head, so don’t hold me down, unless it is necessary to keep me from doing serious harm.

Don’t put anything in my mouth. A lot of people think you need to stick your fingers or a spoon or something into the person’s mouth to prevent them choking on their tongue.  Don’t do this. 

Try to make a note of the time the seizure first started. If the seizure lasts for longer than five minutes, call an ambulance.

When the convulsing/jerking has stopped, roll me onto my side. If you know what the recovery position is, put me in the recovery position, if you don’t, just roll me onto my side, and check my airway. If I’m not breathing, or I’m having trouble breathing, call an ambulance.

It seems to be instinctive to help someone get back to their feet as soon as the seizure is over. Don’t do this with me. After a seizure, I’m in something called a post-ictal state. It makes me very, very confused, and lying on the ground or sitting somewhere soft is the safest place for me. If you pull me to my feet while I’m still this confused, I will walk directly into traffic or put my hand on a hot stove because I won’t know where I am, or what’s happening, and often I won’t be able to see at all for a few minutes. Keep me somewhere safe until I’ve fully recovered.

If I have another seizure before I’ve fully recovered from the earlier one, call an ambulance.

If you think I might be hurt, or you’re confused or not sure about what to do, call an ambulance.

That’s all there is to it. Make sure I’m not in immediate physical danger; cushion my head (but don’t restrain it); when the jerking stops, roll me onto my side and check my airway; keep me somewhere safe until I’m fully recovered, and if the seizure lasts a long time, or I have a second one, or you aren’t sure what to do or you think I might be hurt, call an ambulance. That’s it. It’s not hard, and I promise you can do this.

THIS THIS THIS
The last time I had a convulsive seizure in public, somebody held my arms down and both shoulders dislocated

Also it’s a myth that peope can swallow their tongues. 

Not is this only relevant to me, but everyone should know this. I usually can feel mine coming and I can get myself seated, but I, usually, am not able to warn other people that its coming.

hsuoring:

If you have an ear piercing that makes it hurt to sleep on that side but you miss sleeping on that side, may I just suggest rolling up a soft blanket and bending it into a horseshoe shape and resting your pierced ear in the center of the blanket??? That way you have a soft makeshift pillow with a hole for your ear so it doesn’t touch anything. It works for me

tzikeh:

randomlyimagine:

abbiehollowdays:

dynastylnoire:

lavendersucculents:

When you guys have visited potential apartments, what kind of questions did you ask besides the basics like what rent and utilities include?

Here are questions I didn’t ask but should have: what does the basement look like?

What measures are taken to secure the building ?

Are the walls thin?
Brief info of who lives in the building. Are they college kids? People that work through the day? Elderly? Is it a mix?
Where does the garbage go?

Can I pay rent bi-weekly?
What kind of fuses does the apartment use? (My fuse box is in the basement. If I blow a fuse I have to replace it myself. They screw until the box. All of which I didn’t know until it happend and I was sitting in the dark suddenly)

Who do I call for repairs? (If it’s a private rental)
Am I allowed to paint the walls?
Is there any additional storage?
Do you do regular pest control?

LAUNDRY FACILITIES
Definitely ask about security
Whether subletting is allowed (esp if you’re in college and might want to sublet for the summer)
If you have a car, whether there’s parking/how much it costs
What kind of heating/AC there is
Procedure/response time for any maintenance
How mail/packages are received/protected from theft (seriously people stealing your packages can be a huge problem)
What kind of verification of your salary will they want, and in what circumstances will they accept a guarantor instead?
Whether the apartment is furnished

Assuming you are in the middle of looking at/choosing between places:
When does the lease start? Are you going to give preference to people based on when they can move in?
Whether groups of a certain number of people get preference
Really anything about who they prioritize for applications, it can save you a lot of trouble in trying to apply to places you’ll never get into

TEST THE WATER PRESSURE IN THE SHOWER

I want to add:

Especially if you are renting a house from a single person, Know Your Area’s Building and Fire Codes.

Make sure the smoke detectors are up to date and working properly. Best case is for them to be hardwired, but it might not be required in your area.

Check for ventilation, especially in the kitchen and bathroom. Lack of ventilation leads to mold.

Make sure all the outlets work. Ask how the furnace and hot water heater are powered (electric or gas). Ask how old they are and when they were last inspected. Ask for an estimation of heating and cooling costs and other utilities. Ask about lawn care.

Ask about pet policy. Some landlords will only allow certain kinds or breeds of pets. Some will charge a flat fee and others a monthly fee.

ALWAYS READ YOUR WHOLE LEASE.