Smilin Hobbes commented on the post, Queer Girl City Guide: Denver, CO
Technically I live in Fort Collins, but Denver is close enough that I am there at least once a month. So this little guide is very helpful.
View ArticleSmilin Hobbes commented on the post, You Should Come: July 15th Is...
I am pretty sure I will be in Denver that weekend. So count me in too. Will RSVP via the link!
View ArticleSmilin Hobbes commented on the post, Queer Girl City Guide: Denver, CO
Also, I just saw the AS brunch meetup details. Ya’ll should come. https://www.facebook.com/events/133874036750943/
View ArticleSmilin Hobbes commented on the post, Why Queer Kittens Need A Better...
This is one of the few reasons I love this website and everyone associated with it. Riese kitty, piano kitty, and shy kitty are freaking adorable. I might have to donate again because of all the...
View ArticleSmilin Hobbes commented on the post, Playlist: Heatpocalypse 2012
Perhaps the cover of said song by JOY…
View ArticleSmilin Hobbes commented on the post, Todd Akin Is Terrible Tip of Terrible...
The link is a very powerful read (but needs a TRIGGER WARNING). The quote below is what I want to scream at the top of my lungs: “Why don’t you spend your time ending rape rather than redefining it?...
View ArticleSmilin Hobbes commented on the post, FINAL FANTASY FUNDRAISER FLASH
I was going back and forth about donating again, but then I read the first person essay posted today by Kate. It resonated so much with me and reminded me that Autostraddle is so much more than just...
View ArticleSmilin Hobbes commented on the post, You Are Not Alone: On Being A Queer...
I am having a very hard time describing exactly the effect this article has had on me. But I wanted to say thank you, so very much, for writing this.
View ArticleSmilin Hobbes commented on the post, You Are Not Alone: On Being A Queer...
I just reread this, and I think I was too emotionally shell shocked the first time to truly read the last paragraph. But now that I have, I am a huge ball of tears. Because I want all of those things...
View ArticleSmilin Hobbes commented on the post, OPEN THREAD: Music You’re Embarrassed To...
Lots of Glee stuff, almost my entire collection of country music, Taio Cruz, Pitbull, Flo Rida, Carly Rae Jepsen, Katy Perry, et al. Although the latter stuff I blame on my workouts and needing...
View ArticleSmilin Hobbes commented on the post, 10 Reasons You Need Kaki King's New...
I have listened to this a couple times through now. I agree with Crystal that it is also my favorite album of hers to date. Some of her previous albums were hit and miss with me, but this one is superb...
View ArticleSmilin Hobbes commented on the post, NEW MUSIC: Tegan & Sara's "I'm Not Your...
I actually enjoyed it more than I enjoyed Closer. It is more layered in a good way for me. Either way I am very excited for the new album. As far as the “new sound” from T&S, I like to compare the...
View ArticleSmilin Hobbes commented on the post, OPEN THREAD: 2012 Election Day...
On the picture of the ballot, I really, really wished it said Gay Party Voting… And I voted a solid week ago. Yay for early voting in Colorado!
View ArticleSmilin Hobbes commented on the post, OPEN THREAD: 2012 Election Day...
Congrats on your citizenship and first time voting! I always get really excited for people when they get to vote for the first time, especially people who understand how important it is and don’t take...
View ArticleSmilin Hobbes commented on the post, You Are Not Alone: On Being A Queer...
So, I was wondering if any other fellow survivors have ever pressed charges. I am nearing this decision because I think it is the only way for me to gain closure. But the thing is that my abuser was an...
View ArticleSmilin Hobbes commented on the post, Crystal's Track Stop Is Feelin' Hella...
I am so glad you introduced me to that WOTE song! Sarah’s expressions in that video make an amazing cover pretty much perfect. And luckily I did not heed your advice about their youtube page being a...
View ArticleSmilin Hobbes commented on the post, Poet and Activist, Andrea Gibson: The...
I love Andrea’s poetry. And this interview reminded me that I need to call for my advanced ticket for her show here in about a month. It will be my first time seeing her live. I was supposed to see her...
View ArticleSmilin Hobbes commented on the post, Autostraddle's International Meet Me at...
True story: The Colorado AS and A-Camp groups on Facebook are the only things tempting me to re-activate my account.
View ArticleSmilin Hobbes commented on the post, Make A Thing: Embroidered Cards
My back stitch mantra (because I am that crafty): Two holes forward, one hole back. And I love sending out cards, so this might be something I actually make time to try.
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