Is Tgirl a better word - and should that become the norm?

[GroobyKrissy]

Oh, and I also agree that there is a conflict in using 'tgirl' due to its appropriation by the CD/TV community, but that's really just another reason to take it back. It doesn't belong to them. They're not girls.

~BB~

Yeah, I thought you would walk back your earlier post sooner or later.

"appropriation" ??? "take it back"??? "belong"???

So now we're saying that people OWN words?

You know, the CD/TV crowd are, largely, NOT girls but even so... most that I've come across are more "lady-like" than you are or will ever be.

[dderek123]

[BellaBellucci]

Yeah, I thought you would walk back your earlier post sooner or later.

"appropriation" ??? "take it back"??? "belong"???

So now we're saying that people OWN words?

You know, the CD/TV crowd are, largely, NOT girls but even so... most that I've come across are more "lady-like" than you are or will ever be.

I haven't 'walked back' since this is a different thread, but OK.

And yes. Groups of people can own words. Black people call each other the n-word all the time, but I DARE you to call them that.

~BB~

[BellaBellucci]

And you know, I was going to ignore the 'ladylike' comment until I realized that if you believe a woman should always be docile and submissive... you might be a misogynist.

~BB~

[GroobyKrissy]

And you know, I was going to ignore the 'ladylike' comment until I realized that if you believe a woman should always be docile and submissive... you might be a misogynist.

~BB~

Yes, that's exactly what I was saying. You are totally right. All the time. Without fail.

Look. For those reading this. I'll provide you with a little comic relief.

Do you want to know what exactly was going through Bella's mind when she saw and read this thread? As follows...

Oh.My.God. I've done it. I've actually done it. Steven is actually considering doing away with the word "Tranny" and using another word!

*this said as Bella gives herself a big bear-hug*

OMG.
See, I am relevant.
See, I was right.
See, everyone does listen to me.
See, I am powerful.
See, I am awesome.

OMG OMG OMG.. what should I do now? I mean, I don't want to sound too eager... I'm supposed to wait 3 days, right? 2 days? OMG, I'm so excited. Just think of the credit I can take for this once this campaign to use the word "Tgirl" starts! I'll be famous (well, more famous than I am already).

OMG
OMG
OMG... What do I do??

Well, at the very least, I should say I agree. But of course, I can't sound too excited about it or it will give me away. I'll just put, "yes"... sounds nice and sincere, right?

OMGOMGOMGOGOMGOMGOGMOGOMG. OH MY GOD! I am awesome!

Then... later on, recognizing she gave an unequivocal "yes" to using the term "Tgirl" without actually thinking it out... has to walk it back.

That folks, is the mind of Bella Bellucci for you. It isn't hard to figure out.

[BellaBellucci]

I don't expect for a second that Steven will change a damn thing, so there goes your entire argument. In fact, I think the entire discussion is a lark to increase post counts. The only reason I'm biting is because it's an important conversation, regardless of why it's being had.

~BB~

[GroobySteven]

I don't expect for a second that Steven will change a damn thing, so there goes your entire argument. In fact, I think the entire discussion is a lark to increase post counts. The only reason I'm biting is because it's an important conversation, regardless of why it's being had.

~BB~

What do you want me to change?

[GroobyKrissy]

I haven't 'walked back' since this is a different thread, but OK.

And yes. Groups of people can own words. Black people call each other the n-word all the time, but I DARE you to call them that.

~BB~

You've a core misunderstanding here.

Nobody OWNS a word. I choose not to use the N-word because I RESPECT (something you know nothing about) Black people enough to realize it carries with it a history of PROVABLE violence, oppression, and literal slavery. I might add, if you're doing it (not using the word) out of fear of a beat-down, your motives are incorrect since fear is a motivator based on punishment or pain and not respect.

NOT choosing to use a word out of respect isn't giving up "ownership" of it. It is simply respecting the wishes and desires of the individuals involved.

[BellaBellucci]

Oh, and you still haven't answered any of my very legitimate criticisms of you. I'm not impressed by your attempts at distraction.

~BB~

[BellaBellucci]

What do you want me to change?

Nothing.



~BB~