My abuser (grandpa) had been dead years before anyone even started talking about it.

I’m no data analyst, just someone who’s lived in Portland Oregon for many years, works in government, talks to people in all areas of our states, and understands the historical dynamic of our state.

My point was to convey appreciation, but your point is valid.

Oh, they don’t even move out of the way for one of their own. (but then again, I doubt if those kind of girls would ever count me as one of their own, despite my pale skin)

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Oregon is a mixed bag for sure. I’ve lived in Portland for over 30 years, and am seriously thinking of leaving.

No. Portland is blue. Some blue outlying areas. And all of the people are not on the coast.

Thank you!

Yeah, that quote made my blood curdle. These weren’t even women you fucking fuck! And how the hell does he think he scorned them!?!

That is some bullshit! What if the teacher is a liar?

(love your username)

You sound like almost every elementary teacher I ever had. (not very welcoming to critical thinking in children)

Not to be too personal, but isn’t about more than having things in your butt? My husband and I enjoy butt play - either with or without another penis. But having another penis-owner brings a different emotional dimension to it, imo.

Your username is giving me life.

I still have some serious doubts about Gus Van Sant’s behavior, and the Phoenix’s have worked with him for a long time.

My son (biracial, but not black), had a group of diverse friends growing up and he would drop the n-bomb in front of me, he and all of his friends, would get a lecture. (this also went for the f-word <not fuck>).

I live in Portland so I got to watch it play out in my own backyard!

This is a beautiful post!

Possibly because I’m from Portland, but a big part of her story was the “rags to riches,” aspect of it.

I’m from Portland and she skated at the mall by home and office, and was a local hero. I always admired her for her hard work and determination and that she was a bit of a bad girl.