Do Not Climb On The Gorilla
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He/Him • In CA via AZ, CZ, CH, & IL • Learning to grow in the #GorillaGardens • Zero tolerance for bad faith convos • Protect trans kids 🏳⚧ • #Resist #EastBay
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1. It pays to specialize.
2. Specialities are a luxury.
3. Luxuries are disposable.
4. Don't pigeonhole your talents.
5. Functional fixedness is a weakness.
6. Don't give away your skills.
7. Many industries could benefit from bioluminescence.
2. Specialities are a luxury.
3. Luxuries are disposable.
4. Don't pigeonhole your talents.
5. Functional fixedness is a weakness.
6. Don't give away your skills.
7. Many industries could benefit from bioluminescence.
What was your takeaway from Rudolph The Red-Nosed Reindeer, when you watched it at a kid?
a stuffed reindeer with a red nose and a white tail
Alt: Rudolph The Red-Nosed Reindeer
media.tenor.com
December 25, 2025 at 2:15 AM
1. It pays to specialize.
2. Specialities are a luxury.
3. Luxuries are disposable.
4. Don't pigeonhole your talents.
5. Functional fixedness is a weakness.
6. Don't give away your skills.
7. Many industries could benefit from bioluminescence.
2. Specialities are a luxury.
3. Luxuries are disposable.
4. Don't pigeonhole your talents.
5. Functional fixedness is a weakness.
6. Don't give away your skills.
7. Many industries could benefit from bioluminescence.
December 25, 2025 at 12:49 AM
Headed to Costco.
a giant red robot is standing in front of a building with the number 11:11 on it
ALT: a giant red robot is standing in front of a building with the number 11:11 on it
media.tenor.com
December 23, 2025 at 4:46 PM
Headed to Costco.
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1. New federal rules were released last week banning gender affirming care for youth at hospitals nationwide.
Those rules don't go into effect until public comment, months from now.
But it appears Sec. Kennedy is using an arcane process to try to implement them immediately.
Our latest story.
Those rules don't go into effect until public comment, months from now.
But it appears Sec. Kennedy is using an arcane process to try to implement them immediately.
Our latest story.
HHS Sec. Kennedy Attempts To Stop Trans Youth Care In Hospitals Nationwide—Before New Federal Rules Take Effect
Like many of the Trump regime’s attempted powergrabs, this kind of piecemeal and disheveled rulemaking is enforced at least in part by fear and sheer uncertainty.
www.erininthemorning.com
December 23, 2025 at 3:13 PM
1. New federal rules were released last week banning gender affirming care for youth at hospitals nationwide.
Those rules don't go into effect until public comment, months from now.
But it appears Sec. Kennedy is using an arcane process to try to implement them immediately.
Our latest story.
Those rules don't go into effect until public comment, months from now.
But it appears Sec. Kennedy is using an arcane process to try to implement them immediately.
Our latest story.
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when some people choose between a weekly injection or daily pill to regulate their hormones so as to align their body with their desired appearance i guess it's no big deal
U.S. regulators on Monday gave the green light to a pill version of the blockbuster weight-loss drug Wegovy, the first daily oral medication to treat obesity. n.pr/4pNYnVN
U.S. regulators approve Wegovy pill for weight loss
U.S. regulators on Monday gave the green light to a pill version of the blockbuster weight-loss drug Wegovy, the first daily oral medication to treat obesity.
n.pr
December 23, 2025 at 2:26 PM
when some people choose between a weekly injection or daily pill to regulate their hormones so as to align their body with their desired appearance i guess it's no big deal
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if this was me at a public event mourning my spouse who was violently murdered my kids would either have me committed or never speak to me again
December 21, 2025 at 10:28 PM
if this was me at a public event mourning my spouse who was violently murdered my kids would either have me committed or never speak to me again
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"The short answer is that I don’t care if you host a gender reveal party or attend one or enjoy it. Even if it were something that bothers me (it does not), this isn’t something that would crack the top hundred worries on my mind on any given day."
I Don't Care About Your Gender Reveal Party
I really don't.
charlotteclymer.substack.com
December 21, 2025 at 10:08 PM
"The short answer is that I don’t care if you host a gender reveal party or attend one or enjoy it. Even if it were something that bothers me (it does not), this isn’t something that would crack the top hundred worries on my mind on any given day."
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The name "Popular Science" doesn't mean we shift our coverage depending on public opinion. It means we cover relevant subjects that are rigorously researched, reliable, and grounded in reality.
And trans lives are grounded in reality.
We see y'all. No matter what.
www.popsci.com/science/tran...
And trans lives are grounded in reality.
We see y'all. No matter what.
www.popsci.com/science/tran...
First-of-a-kind study shows encouraging data for trans kids who socially transition
Ninety-four percent of participants in a new study stood firm in their trans identity after five years, and "detransitioning" is rare.
www.popsci.com
December 18, 2025 at 5:16 PM
The name "Popular Science" doesn't mean we shift our coverage depending on public opinion. It means we cover relevant subjects that are rigorously researched, reliable, and grounded in reality.
And trans lives are grounded in reality.
We see y'all. No matter what.
www.popsci.com/science/tran...
And trans lives are grounded in reality.
We see y'all. No matter what.
www.popsci.com/science/tran...
I wonder why yesterday he attacked trans kids and reclassified weed?
Trump’s administration prepares to release a cache of records tied to convicted sex offender Jeffery Epstein.
Trump's Justice Department faces deadline to release Epstein files
Trump's administration prepares to release a cache of records tied to convicted sex offender Jeffery Epstein.
www.aljazeera.com
December 19, 2025 at 2:46 PM
I wonder why yesterday he attacked trans kids and reclassified weed?
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It's not just TomboyX, by the way! Trump's FDA has sent these warning letters to 11 companies that sell Binders.
- TransGuy Supply
- ShapeShifter Apparel
- GenderBender
- gc2b
- TomboyX
- FLAVNT Streetwear
- Early to Bed
- TOMSCOUT
- For Them
- Fluxion
- UNTAG
www.fda.gov/inspections-...
- TransGuy Supply
- ShapeShifter Apparel
- GenderBender
- gc2b
- TomboyX
- FLAVNT Streetwear
- Early to Bed
- TOMSCOUT
- For Them
- Fluxion
- UNTAG
www.fda.gov/inspections-...
December 19, 2025 at 12:44 AM
It's not just TomboyX, by the way! Trump's FDA has sent these warning letters to 11 companies that sell Binders.
- TransGuy Supply
- ShapeShifter Apparel
- GenderBender
- gc2b
- TomboyX
- FLAVNT Streetwear
- Early to Bed
- TOMSCOUT
- For Them
- Fluxion
- UNTAG
www.fda.gov/inspections-...
- TransGuy Supply
- ShapeShifter Apparel
- GenderBender
- gc2b
- TomboyX
- FLAVNT Streetwear
- Early to Bed
- TOMSCOUT
- For Them
- Fluxion
- UNTAG
www.fda.gov/inspections-...
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We’re opposing two Trump Admin proposals aimed at restricting access to gender affirming care.
Gender-affirming care remains protected in California. We will fight these proposed rules to ensure Californians maintain access to the medical care they need to thrive.
oag.ca.gov/news/press-r...
Gender-affirming care remains protected in California. We will fight these proposed rules to ensure Californians maintain access to the medical care they need to thrive.
oag.ca.gov/news/press-r...
Attorney General Bonta Opposes Trump Administration’s Proposals Aimed at Further Restricting Access to Gender-Affirming Care
OAKLAND — California Attorney General Rob Bonta today issued a statement opposing two newly proposed rules by the Trump Administration: One that would prohibit federal reimbursement for gender-affirmi...
oag.ca.gov
December 18, 2025 at 10:54 PM
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David Brooks is now the third alleged Jeffery Epstein associate at the New York Times.
This potentially includes A.G. Sulzberger, the current chairman of the NYT board.
The NYT published this piece by David Brooks about Epstein less than a month ago.
Why did their executive leadership allow this?
This potentially includes A.G. Sulzberger, the current chairman of the NYT board.
The NYT published this piece by David Brooks about Epstein less than a month ago.
Why did their executive leadership allow this?
December 18, 2025 at 7:05 PM
David Brooks is now the third alleged Jeffery Epstein associate at the New York Times.
This potentially includes A.G. Sulzberger, the current chairman of the NYT board.
The NYT published this piece by David Brooks about Epstein less than a month ago.
Why did their executive leadership allow this?
This potentially includes A.G. Sulzberger, the current chairman of the NYT board.
The NYT published this piece by David Brooks about Epstein less than a month ago.
Why did their executive leadership allow this?
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All in the name of "protecting kids" 24 hours before we learn exactly how close Donald Trump was with Jeffrey Epstein
Notice how Trump and Republicans were having the worst couple weeks in the administration's history and they decided to pivot to hardcore attacking trans people?
December 18, 2025 at 6:14 PM
All in the name of "protecting kids" 24 hours before we learn exactly how close Donald Trump was with Jeffrey Epstein
Big fucking shout-out to Oprah, btw. 👐
Dr Oz: "We're announcing a notice of proposed rule-making that ends -- ends -- taxpayer funding of sex rejecting procedures for children in Medicaid and CHIP, full stop.
December 18, 2025 at 6:14 PM
Big fucking shout-out to Oprah, btw. 👐
The famous child drag performer, Edward Penishands, cost taxpayers $1.5M.
Tommi Testicles came in just under $5M.
#ProtectMadeUpSurgeries
Tommi Testicles came in just under $5M.
#ProtectMadeUpSurgeries
Dr Oz: "The creation of a penis costs on average in America $150,000 per child ... if you add testicles, that's extra"
December 18, 2025 at 6:09 PM
The famous child drag performer, Edward Penishands, cost taxpayers $1.5M.
Tommi Testicles came in just under $5M.
#ProtectMadeUpSurgeries
Tommi Testicles came in just under $5M.
#ProtectMadeUpSurgeries
Here's a secret...
We (parents) knew this was coming. Have been expecting it for months.
Then...Epstein. Venezuela. Vanity Fair article.
Say what you want about trans kids, but they've been used as a distraction tool for 10+ years.
Push back. Speak the truth. Repeat.
www.hrc.org/press-releas...
We (parents) knew this was coming. Have been expecting it for months.
Then...Epstein. Venezuela. Vanity Fair article.
Say what you want about trans kids, but they've been used as a distraction tool for 10+ years.
Push back. Speak the truth. Repeat.
www.hrc.org/press-releas...
BREAKING: New Trump Rules Aim to Make Health Care for Trans Youth…
Draft Notices of Proposed Rulemaking (NPRM) on Trans Youth Health Care Threaten Thousands of Young People; Puts Politicians Ahead of Doctors & Parents
www.hrc.org
December 18, 2025 at 5:03 PM
Here's a secret...
We (parents) knew this was coming. Have been expecting it for months.
Then...Epstein. Venezuela. Vanity Fair article.
Say what you want about trans kids, but they've been used as a distraction tool for 10+ years.
Push back. Speak the truth. Repeat.
www.hrc.org/press-releas...
We (parents) knew this was coming. Have been expecting it for months.
Then...Epstein. Venezuela. Vanity Fair article.
Say what you want about trans kids, but they've been used as a distraction tool for 10+ years.
Push back. Speak the truth. Repeat.
www.hrc.org/press-releas...
Just in case there's a batshit news conference today at 11am Eastern by a former heroin addict and a TV herbal supplement salesman, here's an official policy from actual Drs supporting 🏳️⚧️ trans kids 🏳️⚧️ through puberty and into adulthood.
#ProtectTransKids
publications.aap.org/aapnews/news...
#ProtectTransKids
publications.aap.org/aapnews/news...
AAP reaffirms gender-affirming care policy, authorizes systematic review of evidence to guide update
The board's decision reflects concerns about restrictions to access to health care with bans on gender-affirming care in more than 20 states.
publications.aap.org
December 18, 2025 at 3:14 PM
Just in case there's a batshit news conference today at 11am Eastern by a former heroin addict and a TV herbal supplement salesman, here's an official policy from actual Drs supporting 🏳️⚧️ trans kids 🏳️⚧️ through puberty and into adulthood.
#ProtectTransKids
publications.aap.org/aapnews/news...
#ProtectTransKids
publications.aap.org/aapnews/news...
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Frost: If you want to protect children, why don't you ban assault weapons instead of health care?
December 17, 2025 at 8:36 PM
Frost: If you want to protect children, why don't you ban assault weapons instead of health care?
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Balint: "Even for Republican this is extreme. Are we really attempting to lock up parents and doctors? Your kids' medical care is none of their damn business. It's creepy. It's a creepy obsession."
December 17, 2025 at 9:00 PM
Balint: "Even for Republican this is extreme. Are we really attempting to lock up parents and doctors? Your kids' medical care is none of their damn business. It's creepy. It's a creepy obsession."
Repeat the truth, again and again.
Hold leadership accountable.
Don't give them an inch.
www.advocate.com/sutter-healt...
#ProtectTransKids 🏳️⚧️
Hold leadership accountable.
Don't give them an inch.
www.advocate.com/sutter-healt...
#ProtectTransKids 🏳️⚧️
California hospital will continue youth gender-affirming care after families protest
Northern California's largest healthcare provider will continue gender-affirming care for youth after their families spoke out.
www.advocate.com
December 17, 2025 at 8:15 PM
Repeat the truth, again and again.
Hold leadership accountable.
Don't give them an inch.
www.advocate.com/sutter-healt...
#ProtectTransKids 🏳️⚧️
Hold leadership accountable.
Don't give them an inch.
www.advocate.com/sutter-healt...
#ProtectTransKids 🏳️⚧️
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1. In Alaska, the right wing govt handpicked doctors to the Medical Board to ban trans youth care.
A month after after, one anti-trans doctor was arrested for child porn.
The day after he was bailed out, his home burned down, with reports suggesting he was found deceased.
Our latest wild story.
A month after after, one anti-trans doctor was arrested for child porn.
The day after he was bailed out, his home burned down, with reports suggesting he was found deceased.
Our latest wild story.
Anti-Trans Alaskan State Medical Board Doctor Charged With CSAM, Home Goes Up In Flames
Last week Dr. Ryan McDonough was arrested on ten counts of possession of child sexual abuse material. Over the weekend, his family home went up in flames.
www.erininthemorning.com
December 16, 2025 at 1:14 AM
1. In Alaska, the right wing govt handpicked doctors to the Medical Board to ban trans youth care.
A month after after, one anti-trans doctor was arrested for child porn.
The day after he was bailed out, his home burned down, with reports suggesting he was found deceased.
Our latest wild story.
A month after after, one anti-trans doctor was arrested for child porn.
The day after he was bailed out, his home burned down, with reports suggesting he was found deceased.
Our latest wild story.
People say I overreact, too dramatic.
I remind them that the first thing the Nazis did was make lists. 😐
People say, "oh, they're not going after YOU."
"They" are the mid-management people we interact with everyday who have a choice to be kind or not, to be ignorant or helpful.
#ProtectTransKids
I remind them that the first thing the Nazis did was make lists. 😐
People say, "oh, they're not going after YOU."
"They" are the mid-management people we interact with everyday who have a choice to be kind or not, to be ignorant or helpful.
#ProtectTransKids
“Employees with driver’s license offices across the state, from El Paso to Paris to Plano, reported the names and license numbers of these people to a special agency email account.“
Texas is making a list of transgender Texans. It’s using the DMV to help.
A year after the state blocked transgender Texans from updating their state IDs, it has collected information on more than 100 people who have tried. Officials won’t say what they’re using the list fo...
www.kut.org
December 15, 2025 at 6:37 PM
People say I overreact, too dramatic.
I remind them that the first thing the Nazis did was make lists. 😐
People say, "oh, they're not going after YOU."
"They" are the mid-management people we interact with everyday who have a choice to be kind or not, to be ignorant or helpful.
#ProtectTransKids
I remind them that the first thing the Nazis did was make lists. 😐
People say, "oh, they're not going after YOU."
"They" are the mid-management people we interact with everyday who have a choice to be kind or not, to be ignorant or helpful.
#ProtectTransKids
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Japanese Monk Racks
Brain For Haiku That Will Knock
Them On Their Asses
https://theonion.com/japanese-monk-racksbrain-for-haiku-that-will-knockthem-on-their-asses/
Brain For Haiku That Will Knock
Them On Their Asses
https://theonion.com/japanese-monk-racksbrain-for-haiku-that-will-knockthem-on-their-asses/
December 9, 2025 at 7:00 PM
Japanese Monk Racks
Brain For Haiku That Will Knock
Them On Their Asses
https://theonion.com/japanese-monk-racksbrain-for-haiku-that-will-knockthem-on-their-asses/
Brain For Haiku That Will Knock
Them On Their Asses
https://theonion.com/japanese-monk-racksbrain-for-haiku-that-will-knockthem-on-their-asses/
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Marched with Rainbow Families Action www.rainbowfamiliesaction.org today to demand Sutter Health defend trans youth healthcare. They are a rapidly growing group, turning out 150 people, including parents, healthcare workers and clergy on a Monday afternoon!
www.sfchronicle.com/health/artic...
www.sfchronicle.com/health/artic...
Parents protest Sutter’s retreat on gender-affirming care for transgender teens
Parents marched Monday at Sutter Health’s Emeryville headquarters demanding clarity after hearing from their doctors that care for trans minors may be cut.
www.sfchronicle.com
December 9, 2025 at 3:54 AM
Marched with Rainbow Families Action www.rainbowfamiliesaction.org today to demand Sutter Health defend trans youth healthcare. They are a rapidly growing group, turning out 150 people, including parents, healthcare workers and clergy on a Monday afternoon!
www.sfchronicle.com/health/artic...
www.sfchronicle.com/health/artic...