I love the cooler weather. Pumpkin spice, college football, colors even though I’m in the city. 

How about this revised analogy?   Would this be more clear to as an introduction to these important terms?

Boebert simply has delusions of humanity.

Black lace bell sleeve top with maxi black skirt and pink sports bra 

These cases will all end up in the Supreme Court.  We'll see what happens then.

" Boebert said, misgendering the deputy undersecretary for personnel and readiness"   This pretty much explains things.

Whatever floats your boat, hon.   Carolyn Marie

I refuse to answer the census in any form. Same for the rest of my family, with the exception of Simply writing down how many of us there are. I absolutely do not trust what the government might use those results for. Especially the long form, which I see as a major invasion of privacy. Yes, refusing to answer fully is sort ofbreaking the law. But when the fine is only $100 and it is rarely prosecuted, I think it's worth it.  

I moved this post here so it could stand on its own.  Thanks for posting this, Davie.  This is great news for Montana trans youth.  I'm sure it will be appealed, but the logic of the ruling seems very solid and should stand up to scrutiny.   Carolyn Marie

Landmark Ruling: Montana Judge Blocks Trans Ban Citing Overwhelming Medical Evidence A Montana judge has blocked a gender affirming care ban for trans youth as unconstitutional, citing overwhelming medical evidence and violations of fundamental rights in the state constitution. https://www.erininthemorning.com/p/landmark-ruling-montana-judge-blocks?publication_id=994764&post_id=137457113&isFreemail=true&r=rebf4

Yes.  Northeast US is scenic in the fall!   Wish I could stay longer this year 😊 October is my favorite thing about autumn!!   (Watching out for falling squirrels. always)

My condolences for your situation, @LoRez, it sounds super tough. I just wanted to emphasise Vidanjali’s point about the party analogy: I am just certain that your wife will respond badly to it. She has already accused you of selfishness for wanting to affirm your gender identity; my impression is that she expects seriousness and self-sacrifice from a husband. I don’t know if you suffer dysphoria, but if so it may be better to emphasise that fact. If she can understand that your gender identity is not a choice, and that you feel pain when you‘re gender identity and gender expression do not align, then she may accept that you are not just being irresponsible. I also think it is important to apologise for having deceived her in the past, but to emphasise that this was not wilful deception, and that you (I imagine) deceived yourself too. I always feel for wives in this situation: they did not sign up for this journey. That is not to say I think your wife is in the right here — I don’t — but I do think she deserves an apology.   Best of luck!

I love the changing colors of the leaves here in the northeast along with the crisp, cool night air. It just smells different. Clean, fresh. And, I get to pull out my sweaters and wool skirts!!

Autumn aka Fall is my favorite season for a number of reasons.   The true colors of the leaves once photosynthesis stops. The animals preparing for winter by fattening up at the feeders. I don't feed the wild birds or squirrels during the Spring and Summer, because they have plenty to forage on. I love the cooler weather, and the clothing options it brings. I like sitting outside and not sweating.  I'm still a hunter so the fall seasons open up new meal options. Speaking of meals, Fall is the season for hearty soups, stews, and chili. Sitting by the fire pit in the evening listening to the migrating birds flying over, or settling down for an evening roost. Fresh air throughout the house because the windows are open and the air conditioner isn't required. The night skies are clearer and star gazing is more fun. I'm also grateful that the mosquitos and other biting bugs are gone.    Hugs,   Mindy🌈🐛🏳️‍⚧️🦋🏳️‍🌈