I am trying to help you help me by pointing out your assistance is nothing of the sort. Why are *you* scolding *me* then?

I appreciate even that much, and really I feel you, there's so many more people in need than me and I wish I still had any means to help them too

It's a rough goddamn time

Being a trans woman without a college degree really hampers my options, in weighs both seen and unseen. It's been an entire month now, and the lack of progress is cutting in on everything. I might genuinely consider writing commissions if that's something people are interested in, but

'i can't believe a science fiction author doesn't like [current tech trend]'

isaac asimov refused to use _typewriters_. you will not survive the winter.

The strike is not about whether or not you approve of Starbucks coffee. It's about the workers, who like all workers deserve equitable treatment and fair pay. That is the issue. Why bring up your personal feelings about the coffee? Nobody in this conversation cares. Start another thread about it.

Because this is the world we live in--I have no problem with people who never drink Starbucks or dislike their coffee. I myself pretty much only ever drink it in airports. You enjoy whatever hot drinks you like! Be a snob about what you drink, no worries!