Any of y’all ever been emotional in a dressing room of a store because you can’t bring yourself to buy a shirt that shows your shoulders even though you really like it?
Your grandmother was a lesbian
Kinda want to write out this multi-chapter future Tyrus/Ambi fic I have in my head but also ya girl ain’t dedicated enough for that
Update: guess who started writing anyways
Kinda want to write out this multi-chapter future Tyrus/Ambi fic I have in my head but also ya girl ain’t dedicated enough for that
dan being so frank and honest about the trauma he experienced in navigating his sexuality is so fucking important.
there’s people who say “its 2019 who cares if you’re gay its not a big deal” and that completely ignores the struggle of young adults coming out today that were still raised in a society where casual homophobia was accepted and even encouraged.
growing up, the only gay person on tv was ellen, no one knew what transgender was, “gay” was an insult you learnt in your first year of primary school, the topic of sexuality was danced around as if saying the words gay, lesbian, bisexual, trans, etc,., would drop a plague on humanity.
it was a scary and dark place and all of those years of struggle makes it HARD to suddenly trust that we’re in a society more accepting of LGBTQ+ people.
coming out and being authentic is brave and takes courage and isn’t something to be brushed off.
“Queer people exist. Choosing not to accept them is not an option. To anyone watching this that isn’t out, it’s okay. You’re okay. You were born this way, it’s right, and anyone that has a problem with it is wrong. Based on your circumstance, you might not feel ready to tell people yet or, that it’s safe, and that’s fine too, just know that living your truth with pride is the way to be happy. You are valid, it gets so much better, and the future is clear. It’s pretty queer.”
— Daniel Howell, “Basically I’m Gay”
❤️🧡💛💚💙💜
Title: Opposite of Always
Author: Justin A. Reynolds
Genres: Contemporary/SciFi
Pages: 450
Publisher: Katherine Tegan Books
Review Copy: Purchased
Availability: Available now
Summary: Jack Ellison King. King of Almost.
He almost made valedictorian.
He almost made varsity.
He almost got the girl …
When Jack and Kate meet at a party, bonding until sunrise over their mutual love of Fruit Loops and their favorite flicks, Jack knows he’s falling—hard. Soon she’s meeting his best friends, Jillian and Franny, and Kate wins them over as easily as she did Jack. Jack’s curse of almost is finally over.
But this love story is … complicated. It is an almost happily ever after. Because Kate dies. And their story should end there. Yet Kate’s death sends Jack back to the beginning, the moment they first meet, and Kate’s there again. Beautiful, radiant Kate. Healthy, happy, and charming as ever. Jack isn’t sure if he’s losing his mind. Still, if he has a chance to prevent Kate’s death, he’ll take it. Even if that means believing in time travel. However, Jack will learn that his actions are not without consequences. And when one choice turns deadly for someone else close to him, he has to figure out what he’s willing to do—and let go—to save the people he loves.
Review: When I read the summary for Justin Reynold’s debut, I knew I had to get this book. What I didn’t know was that I would absolutely fall in love with it. If my schedule would have allowed it, this is one of those novels I would have stayed up late to finish, so invested in Jack & Kate’s story. There were many times I laughed out loud, shook my head at some of Jack’s decisions, had my heart break for him, but most of all, just loved the wonderful human being he was.
At it’s heart, Opposite of Always is a romantic comedy with a slice of science fiction-ness mixed in. And I loved it for it. Jack is just an average geeky teenager in the last few months of his senior year when he meets Kate, who is just as geeky, during a college visit. They immediately connect and the journey their relationship goes on (at least the first time) is filled with such sweetness that you fall in love with both of them. I loved that both of them were kind of awkward, were a bit nerdy, and had a fun sense of humor. I related a lot to Jack and Kate because of that. Their relationship was sweet and very real because Jack was so open, both to her and the reader, about what he felt and it was so refreshing.
So, I fell in love with both Jack and Kate’s budding relationship, then Kate dies. I won’t reveal what she dies of, but it hit me in my heart as I’ve taught students who experience what Kate does. I was so impressed with Reynolds for including Kate’s condition in this book because it’s one that I haven’t seen before and feel like kids who have the same condition will see themselves in this book.
Lastly, despite Kate dying repeatedly, and Jack getting more and more frantic with each trip back, Opposite of Always is a deeply touching novel. Aside from Jack and Kate’s story, it focuses on family with Jack having a wonderful relationship with his parents (whose romance is also very cute), and explores friendships that are on the cusp of change. This novel has so many layers to it that will have the reader think, but also let the reader release a chuckle now and then.
Clearly other’s think this book is awesome too, which is why it is being adapted into a movie. I, for one, can’t wait to spend my money to see Jack & Kate on the big screen. But don’t wait for the movie, read the book and fall in love like I did.
I just read this book in less than 3 hours and I regret nothing.
Want a gf but I ain’t prepared… I’ve no land to give, no cattle…
I've got 3 dollars and half a pack of Mentos gum
Some memes transcend sexuality
This older man just told me "If you keep wearing all that lipstick, you're not gonna be able to kiss any of these boys"
like
Why do you think I'm wearing it
Me when my period shows up even though I'm gay af
Does anyone else have days when you have an overwhelming need to make out with the girl you like
if I’m being completely honest, I’d probably cry if a girl bought me flowers ajdnd
loving women is not disgusting.
loving women is not wrong.
loving women is not gross.
loving women is not inherently sexual.
loving women is not something to hide from children.
loving women is nothing to be ashamed of.
loving women is nothing to be embarrassed of.
please, understand that.
please, be kind to yourself.
please, do not try to change who you are for anyone.
Panda Express over here trying to give me false hope and I don't appreciate it
