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Sincerely, I do hope you'll contribute to the thread Nat started.
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Like, a this is the reason you're here type o' thing. I mean, again, I think it can be used either way (sinner/saint thing) Dylan |
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As I've said many times, context is everything.
As for FGM - there is no comparison between what is done to boys and what is done to girls, not physically, socially, psychologically, functionally, or culturally. See the rest of my comments in the GM thread. |
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We can disagree yes. I just want to point out that I am not per se saying that the term is *wrong*. I am saying that it is hurtful. To me. I am going to have to contact mi familia in Belen and Los Lunas and see how the Queers on the Ranches there feel about the word. Perhaps you have a point in regards to farm and ranch folk. I will go on a quest to find out. I am not so small minded as to think that my little feelings make something wrong or right. I just know that the word hurts me as a Femme and as a Mother. If I sit around like a good little girl and ignore that? Then what purpose does that serve? What I really really appreciate is that you can feel that the word is hunky dory and still be sensitive enough to try not to use it around me. Thank you. |
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It just ocurred to me after Toughy's post, that I really dislike the term "queer".
In my world it was used so much to hurt gay people that I twinge every time I hear it. Then came the 90's and everybody wanted to "take it back" "own it". I always had a hard time with that concept. Seems kind of silly to me, but it works for some I suppose, therefore it is not silly to them. I think maybe the term in question has the same feeling to some people. So therefore I get it. I don't feel that way, but they do and that's what counts. And I know I made several people blink alot, admitting I do not like the term queer. Still makes me shudder. But I realize it's not about me, it's not used to hurt me (for the most part unless you travel in certain spots here in Maryland). So, I roll with people using that term. I hope this made sense. I'm rattling... -Mr. Moon |
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I wonder about words that carry that kind of power that have been reclaimed now. What if a person doesn't want to reclaim a word but the majority does? Language. Argh. |
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And it was kind of the same thing I was thinking, and figured if i posted at all, that I would say.. I mean I like the word Queer, but I get, that many don't ! I do think context is important with any word, and yes I really do mean ANY word... Me, I don't like it when people use cunt as a swear word or to denote a stupid person Need I explain why ? But if I am referring to my cunt.. that's a whole nother story Also, a lot is cultural..Not just contextual .. or let us say, they cultural differences, lend to different contextual meanings.. Oh and btw, did anyone come up with any other phrases and/or words , that are used by GLBTQ etc people , to hurt each other? I do believe that was the title of the thread, and maybe even the intent Last edited by MsMerrick; 06-13-2010 at 10:50 AM. Reason: One other thought ... |
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Mr. Moon's comment made me think of how when I used to refer to myself as a dyke at work around the heterosexuals that I have a friendly relationship with, would become horrifed FOR me. "Don't say that...you are not a dyke!". This was their way of saying, oh gosh, has Dapper internalized that slur? :-( We don't want her (most I haven't had the gender conversation with), to do that!
I would have to educate them on how for me dyke is a proud term. For some reason, they don't react to queer...I think at this point they just let me say whatever and don't question it! LOL
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There is the naming of the Slut: This is particularly hurtful. I think it happens in groups of women when we don't understand each other or are feeling insecure. It is sticky because the word slut when used by ones self can be empowering. When used to tear a woman down it can be really hurtful. Anybody else? |
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And then there's Fat. I love the word Fat. I think Fat is just about the greatest fucking word in my vocabulary. I'm all about overusing it and desensitizing people to it to the point where when I say it it's clear to the listener that I'm using the same matter-of-fact voice that I would use if I were to mention my freckles. I think there's a lot of power in taking back Fat. But, you know, not everybody is on board. And they really don't have to be. I don't get to decide what words make other people uncomfortable. Sometimes if I reference my Fat it squicks people out. From the co-worker who (so well intentioned) say "Brandy...you are not fat, honey." to lovers who say "I don't think you're fat, I think you're beautiful." (like I fucking can't be both? wtf! I wanna be both!) When that happens the onus is on me to (briefly) explain that I don't think Fat is a bad word, and why, and then move on with my life.
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There are words that are going to be one persons trigger and anothers salvation. I suppose the key is opening our mouths and letting each other know what those words are? |
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i don't think i have ever in my adult life used the word "slut" with anything but a tone of approval.
One thing i have heard in our community which reflects the sexism of the culture is disgust expressed for having casual sex or having had sex with numerous partners. i know this feeling is not uncommon, but i truly wish it were less freely expressed. |
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This was the thread I read immediately before I read this one. The word in question is offensive to folks on this site. That should be enough. Sometimes context doesn't matter. Well, okay, in at least one case it does. See, I have a friend who is a breeder. She breeds Siberian Huskies. There are countless ways to refer to individuals who have children that are not offensive. My mother had two children, but she is not a breeder. See, that would make me a calf now wouldn't it. A dialogue about patriarchy expecting women to bear children, identifying that as their most important role, is certainly a valid discussion. Using words in that discussion that are offensive are not necessary as well as disrespectful. Surely we have sufficient vocabulary to get our point across without being offensive.
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MOST transgender people I know don't find it endearing to be called two genders. Or even the gender they were incorrectly born into. If you want to be endearing to my Beloved? He or Hy will do. "HeShe" is one step short of just saying freak, and I find it very disrespectful. |
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If the question is , do I use them ? That's a different question. There are plenty of words, that one person finds ok, and another is bothered by. Some find a turn on even.. There's tons of words I don't personally want to ever hear around me.. ! But that doesn't mean I don't understand that for some, they are either not offensive, or a term of endearment even. Its not the words themselves.. Its when and how A lovely example several years ago, was when someone called a particular female identified Butch, Miss.. Context, is everything, Nothing wrong with the word and technically, correct. Context ? insultingly meant .... clearly so.. Even more years ago, when I was a moderator for the GLCF Forum, way back in the stone ages of the Internet.. ! There was a rumor, that certain words were forbidden. Not so... There was a list of words to watch for, to check for context ..Certainly those are words more likely to be used as insults.. But .. not always, and , good grief....seriously, do you all, those who ahh..jumped on this..really think you know everything in everyone's lives and cultures , and exactly what one person might murmur to another , what might bring an intimate blush to one person ? I don't, and that is my point... ! |
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