Lauren she/her
@eccentriccatlady.bsky.social
Reader, queer, nerd, mom, animal lover, passionate about social justice, neuro spicy, Aotearoa newbie, 🌈🏳️⚧️🏳️🌈🇳🇿🇵🇸💚🐶🐱👩🏻🎓
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Labour have been gifted opportunity by PATHA releasing gender affirming care guidelines, and still haven't said anything (AS A PARTY) to support human rights of trans people
If you're not pushing back on the National coalition then you're helping them along
If you're not pushing back on the National coalition then you're helping them along
November 29, 2025 at 3:23 AM
Labour have been gifted opportunity by PATHA releasing gender affirming care guidelines, and still haven't said anything (AS A PARTY) to support human rights of trans people
If you're not pushing back on the National coalition then you're helping them along
If you're not pushing back on the National coalition then you're helping them along
We had to flee Texas but those who stayed are some of the bravest, most loving souls I know. 💚💚💚
"I would never begrudge someone for leaving a state where they feel unsafe, but the more that marginalized voices disappear from legacy outlets, the more it matters to fight for our corner instead of abandoning it." Thank you, @kitoconnell.com
thebarbedwire.com/2025/11/25/t...
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I’m a Trans Journalist Choosing to Live in Texas. Here’s Why That Matters.
My name is Kit O’Connell. I’ll be covering queer and trans life in Texas for Big & Bright — The Barbed Wire’s first underwritten vertical.
thebarbedwire.com
November 29, 2025 at 1:12 AM
We had to flee Texas but those who stayed are some of the bravest, most loving souls I know. 💚💚💚
Date yesterday went well as did our Thanksgiving- really good food! Today’s plans got canceled so I dumbly ran to the mall to grab a few things and that was chaos! I’m not leaving my house the rest of the day 😂
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November 29, 2025 at 1:11 AM
Date yesterday went well as did our Thanksgiving- really good food! Today’s plans got canceled so I dumbly ran to the mall to grab a few things and that was chaos! I’m not leaving my house the rest of the day 😂
Date #2 for me, kiddo is getting his car to the mechanics, and then later we’re all going to a friends for Thanksgiving food and fun!
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November 27, 2025 at 9:30 PM
Date #2 for me, kiddo is getting his car to the mechanics, and then later we’re all going to a friends for Thanksgiving food and fun!
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Bought my secret Santa gift, shopped local of course. I really hope they like it! 🤞🏻🤞🏻🤞🏻 #SecretSantaAoNZ
November 27, 2025 at 8:45 AM
Bought my secret Santa gift, shopped local of course. I really hope they like it! 🤞🏻🤞🏻🤞🏻 #SecretSantaAoNZ
Chores are done and I’m relaxing with the zoo! Ready to enjoy my weekend!!
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November 27, 2025 at 6:21 AM
Chores are done and I’m relaxing with the zoo! Ready to enjoy my weekend!!
Managed to sleep most of the day! Now up and doing laundry! Yesterday G’s car died so it has to go to the mechanics tomorrow. It’s always something 🤦🏻♀️
November 27, 2025 at 2:45 AM
Managed to sleep most of the day! Now up and doing laundry! Yesterday G’s car died so it has to go to the mechanics tomorrow. It’s always something 🤦🏻♀️
I drink Coke Zero 😂 I have been trying more teas so I’m not opposed to those. I do drink alcohol on occasion but it’s cocktails for me nothing hard. No coffee here, I can’t even stand the smell #SecretSantaAoNZ
Some people have already covered this in other posts, but for the Santas that need to know specifically.
What are your go-to-drinks? Your tasty beverages FOR MORALE?
#SecretSantaAoNZ
What are your go-to-drinks? Your tasty beverages FOR MORALE?
#SecretSantaAoNZ
November 27, 2025 at 2:39 AM
I drink Coke Zero 😂 I have been trying more teas so I’m not opposed to those. I do drink alcohol on occasion but it’s cocktails for me nothing hard. No coffee here, I can’t even stand the smell #SecretSantaAoNZ
Unable to nap today so tonight’s night shift is going to be fun ugh 🥱🥱🥱
November 26, 2025 at 5:58 AM
Unable to nap today so tonight’s night shift is going to be fun ugh 🥱🥱🥱
I survived my first night shift. Managed to keep decently busy so it went by fast. Should be sleeping now but of course I scheduled a first date for today so I’m up doing that instead 😂
November 26, 2025 at 12:14 AM
I survived my first night shift. Managed to keep decently busy so it went by fast. Should be sleeping now but of course I scheduled a first date for today so I’m up doing that instead 😂
Managed to get a nice nap in before work. Now relaxing with the zoo before the overnight shift!
November 25, 2025 at 5:54 AM
Managed to get a nice nap in before work. Now relaxing with the zoo before the overnight shift!
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Need to feel some positive emotions today? This thread is for you!
Seven years ago today, I live tweeted my proposal to my wife!
In honor of that, I’m going to repost the proposal so it’s here on Bluesky 🫶🏻
In honor of that, I’m going to repost the proposal so it’s here on Bluesky 🫶🏻
November 25, 2025 at 12:03 AM
Need to feel some positive emotions today? This thread is for you!
I like all three but I don’t have any colouring supplies 😂 I do love crosswords! Puzzles are fun but I get frustrated and lose interest sometimes 😂 #SecretSantaAoNZ
Kind of linking up to yesterday's question for #SecretSantaAoNZ are you a puzzles, or activity book kind of relaxer?
November 25, 2025 at 1:15 AM
I like all three but I don’t have any colouring supplies 😂 I do love crosswords! Puzzles are fun but I get frustrated and lose interest sometimes 😂 #SecretSantaAoNZ
I always want to say DUH when I see studies like this! This is what the evidence has been saying for YEARS!
1. A landmark study was just published in The Journal of Pediatrics.
It found a 68% reduction in suicidality for trans youth getting HRT.
It also found only 7 of more than 400 stopped taking HRT... and of those that did, 4 still identified as gender-diverse.
Transgender care saves lives.
It found a 68% reduction in suicidality for trans youth getting HRT.
It also found only 7 of more than 400 stopped taking HRT... and of those that did, 4 still identified as gender-diverse.
Transgender care saves lives.
Study In The Journal Of Pediatrics Finds Trans Youth Care Lowers Suicidality, Few Detransition
The groundbreaking study found that suicidality dropped for transgender youth receiving hormone therapy by nearly 70%, with only 7 patients of 432 discontinuing treatment.
www.erininthemorning.com
November 24, 2025 at 11:26 PM
I always want to say DUH when I see studies like this! This is what the evidence has been saying for YEARS!
I signed! I’ve met Aaron multiple times! He does such good mahi!!
This cause is close to my heart - please sign: our.actionstation.org.nz/petitions/de...
Demand the Government support people experiencing homelessness!
Everyone should have access to decent, secure and permanently affordable housing. But right now, many people in our communities are experiencing homelessness – living on couches, in cars, in overcrowd...
our.actionstation.org.nz
November 24, 2025 at 8:16 AM
I signed! I’ve met Aaron multiple times! He does such good mahi!!
Ugh 💔💔💔
Oh my heart.
A trans teen in Iowa completed suicide after severe bullying by classmates and teachers.
"Miles’ death came a day after a substitute teacher refused to use his preferred pronouns."
It's the type of bullying @thefireorg.bsky.social and @aricohn.com support.
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"Miles’ death came a day after a substitute teacher refused to use his preferred pronouns."
It's the type of bullying @thefireorg.bsky.social and @aricohn.com support.
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November 24, 2025 at 4:26 AM
Ugh 💔💔💔
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"The Greens affirm our pledge to properly resource and promote clear pathways for timely, free, non-discriminatory access to all forms of gender-affirming healthcare based on informed consent and self-determination."
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Our trans whānau deserve better than this Government
We are building a future where we do more, faster, to protect our planet and make sure everyone is treated equally.
www.greens.org.nz
November 24, 2025 at 1:16 AM
"The Greens affirm our pledge to properly resource and promote clear pathways for timely, free, non-discriminatory access to all forms of gender-affirming healthcare based on informed consent and self-determination."
www.greens.org.nz/our_trans_wh...
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I do like to game- I do play Pokémon go, I love DND, settlers of catan, to name a few but I love board games and card games and I’m always down to play.#SecretSantaAoNZ
Another day, another chance to learn more about you #SecretSantaAoNZ
November 23, 2025 at 9:26 PM
I do like to game- I do play Pokémon go, I love DND, settlers of catan, to name a few but I love board games and card games and I’m always down to play.#SecretSantaAoNZ
I definitely think I like the late shift of 12-10pm the best. But tomorrow starts the overnight shifts which should be fun.
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November 23, 2025 at 9:22 PM
I definitely think I like the late shift of 12-10pm the best. But tomorrow starts the overnight shifts which should be fun.
Love this! Wish we had one in Auckland
Photos from today's #TransRights rally at Te Aro Park in Te Whanganui A Tara / #Wellington NZ. Young and not so young trans and nonbinary people and friends and allies gathered as the start of a campaign to oppose NZ goverment's Ban on Puberty Blockers. Healthcare is a right!
#NZpol
#NZpol
November 23, 2025 at 8:18 AM
Love this! Wish we had one in Auckland
Favourite animal is so very hard but probably a horse or cat? Mythical creatures would be a unicorn (I have a tattoo of one) or elves- not Santa elves but LOTR elves. Really into Greek mythology since it’s my minor 😂 #SecretSantaAoNZ
A new question for #SecretSantaAoNZ
Are you a cat or dog person? Pandas? Hippos? Dolphins?Dragons? Chimera? Nessie?
Are you a cat or dog person? Pandas? Hippos? Dolphins?Dragons? Chimera? Nessie?
November 23, 2025 at 8:08 AM
Favourite animal is so very hard but probably a horse or cat? Mythical creatures would be a unicorn (I have a tattoo of one) or elves- not Santa elves but LOTR elves. Really into Greek mythology since it’s my minor 😂 #SecretSantaAoNZ
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The banning of gender affirming care/ puberty blockers for trans kids is a TEST. This Luxon-led coalition is seeing how much pushback they receive on this issue to figure out how to ban abortion & contraception next term. They're anti-choice, they will act on this. #nzpol #abortion #pubertyblockers
November 22, 2025 at 11:20 PM
The banning of gender affirming care/ puberty blockers for trans kids is a TEST. This Luxon-led coalition is seeing how much pushback they receive on this issue to figure out how to ban abortion & contraception next term. They're anti-choice, they will act on this. #nzpol #abortion #pubertyblockers
Someone found my koru! Put in my locker at work! I was freaking out! So glad to have it back!!!
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November 22, 2025 at 10:56 PM
Someone found my koru! Put in my locker at work! I was freaking out! So glad to have it back!!!
I also love pepper raccoons stuff. I own several of her shirts and stickers. I want to collect her pins but just haven’t started yet! Love her stuff!
I’ve shopped with @pepperraccoon.com for one Christmas gift and highly recommend. Awesome service and amazing art.
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November 22, 2025 at 9:37 PM
I also love pepper raccoons stuff. I own several of her shirts and stickers. I want to collect her pins but just haven’t started yet! Love her stuff!