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IslandFae
@islandfae.bsky.social
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Hope you enjoy my semi-intelligible ramblings on whatever decides to get stuck in my head today | Trans Advocate | Actress | Fmr Princess of Porn Research @ UWT | She/They
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Tonight I was so lucky to perform with the Tacoma Blue Mouseketeers on the biggest stage in the PNW for the 50th anniversary of the Rocky Horror Picture Show! These are some of the best people you’ll every meet and I couldn’t ask for a better found family 🥰
Theater sign reads: PARAMOUNT STG PRESENTS THE ROCKY HORROR PICTURE SHOW 50TH ANNIVERSARY WITH BARRY BOSTWICK OCT 28 7:30 PM Cast left to right: Back row: Commita Felony (lighting), Hurricane Liz (Transylvanian), Johnny Bravo (Riff Raff), Guest as Tim Curry lookalike, Mary Jayne (Director/Trixie/Criminologist), Soup (Director/Brad), Amber Sweet (Columbia), Alien Cat (Transylvanian), Fae Osborne aka Lavender Sunrise (Betty/Transylvanian), Pam from Work (Dr Scott) Middle row: Ouija (Transylvanian), Satine Dion (Transylvanian), Ziggy Stardust (Janet), Barry Boswick(!), Mamma Bronie (Magenta), Roxy Zepher (Rocky), Chaton Rouge (Dr Frank) Front row: Possum (Ralph/Transylvanian), Stingray (Transylvanian), Lady Stardust (Transylvanian), Catastrophe (Head Transylvanian/Eddie) Not pictured but part of the cast: Zeb (Transylvanian)
October 29, 2025 at 8:33 AM
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Just got done hosting the first event of my friend and colleague Ever Jones’ book tour! It was an honor to be invited to be a part of such an amazing event and I cannot wait for y’all to get your hands on Transanything!
A blonde woman in a sheer greyscale top stands at a microphone reading from a purple notebook Flyer Reads: Ever Jones Transanything Book Tour SEPTEMBER 4 TACOMA Dystopian Brewery 6pm SEPTEMBER 6 CHICAGO Printer's Row @NUPress table SEPTEMBER 11 SAN FRANCISCO Medicine 4 Nightmares 7pm w/ guests SEPTEMBER 13 LOS ANGELES Figueroa Bookshop 7pm w/ CD Eskilson SEPTEMBER 19 PORTLAND Oscar & Wilde 7pm w/ Callum Angus SEPTEMBER 20 OLYMPIA Orcas Books Cooperative 7pm w/ guests SEPTEMBER XX SEATTLE tba 7pm w/ Corinne Manning TAKING ON A GLOBAL WEB OF COLONIAL SYSTEMS THAT SEEK TO DIVIDE US, JONES DISRUPTS LONELINESS AND FORGES SPACE FOR QUEERNESS AND TRANSNESS TO BE ALIVENESS-TO BE TRANSANYTHING. THE ALIVENESS OF THIS BOOK HAS AN ETHIC, A POWER, INSPIRED BY LOVE. AS A QUEER READER, I AM FILLED WITH RELIEF, WITH GRATITUDE, WITH A SENSE OF MY OWN PRESENCE, AND RELEASE." —MIAH JEFFRA, AUTHOR OF AMERICAN GOSPEL THE QUEER POSSIBILITY TOUR
September 5, 2025 at 5:43 AM
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Lmao Apparently, Turning Point thinks trans sex researchers are a good fit to spread their message
A Handshake message from Turning Point USA. Read "Hi Fae! I noticed your profile, and it looks like your qualifications and experience are a good match for our High School Field Representative, Cascade role here at Turning Point USA."
July 21, 2025 at 6:04 PM
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Why do cats always look so disappointed when you try and have me time? 😅
A long-haired, black and white cat looks sternly at the camera over a book
July 7, 2025 at 2:41 AM
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On Friday 6/13, I received my B.A. in Psychology with a minor in Gender in Sexuality Studies. I never expected to earn a degree or make it to 30 so the fact both happened within two weeks of each other was deeply meaningful to me
My close friend and I before our graduation ceremony. We are wearing our cap and how and look quite happy and proud Me posing with my two closest mentors from the Law and Policy Division. I am wearing a traditional black gown, the woman on my left is in a green jacket and purple sash, the woman on the left is in their red and blue doctoral robes My friend and I posing with flowers bouquets outside of the venue My close friend and I posing with our diploma cases in front of the grad venue
June 15, 2025 at 5:22 AM
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The Tacoma No Kings rally was absolutely amazing. There were 3500+ attendees and had one of the most diverse coalitions in out city’s history. The Black Panther Party and La Resistencia shared the stage with state senators and former governors. It was absolutely incredible
A view from behind the stage at the Tacoma, WANo Kings rally, the entire park is full with engaged rally goers
June 15, 2025 at 5:05 AM
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Two of my classmates gave me the best 30th present by telling me they got this card for me because I look just like her 😅
(Thanks for keeping me a little delulu luvs 💖)
A Taylor Swift birthday card with the “d” and “y” written over to spell birthfae
June 3, 2025 at 3:51 AM
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I’m so grateful to be honored as an Exemplar of UWT’s division of Social, Behavioral, and Human Sciences! I’ve been able to accomplish more than I could’ve imagined while at University of Washington and couldn’t have done it without mentors like Dr West and Dr Xiao. Thank you both so much 💖
I’m standing between the two women who nominated me as an Exemplar of our division, Dr Carolyn West and Jenny Xiao, holding my award certificates in front of a slide with their nomination write-ups about my accomplishments “I was so impressed by Fae's academic achievements that I invited her to join my research team to investigate images of Black women in pornography. She updated and expanded the database and assisted in reviewing the current psychological and feminist research on this topic. Next, she will assist in coding the data and writing research papers. She is a fierce queer advocate for the trans community on campus and within the Tacoma community. Fae embodies the mission, values and vision of SBHS by using her voice for social justice. In recognition of her achievements, she is included in the Husky 100.” - Professor Carolyn West “In a recent project titled Combating Sexual Stereotypes of Black Women and Girls in Sexually Explicit Media, Fae tackled a deeply understudied topic with courage, nuance, and scholarly rigor. Drawing from an interdisciplinary perspective, Fae proposed evidence-based interventions that address the harmful racialized and gendered narratives perpetuated by the media. Her work reflects a strong commitment to social justice and a willingness to engage critically with complex issues to advocate for marginalized communities. In this work, Fae exemplifies the vision, mission, and values of the Division of Social, Behavioral, and Human Sciences, engaging in inclusive and socially responsible scholarship that challenges systemic inequities and promotes justice.” - Professor Jenny Xiao
May 31, 2025 at 2:13 AM
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Reading the reasons I was nominated for UWT's Outstanding Student Leader award almost made me cry. It's one thing to have an idea of what you mean to your community, but it's a totally different experience seeing it in writing. Thank you so much y'all 🥰
Fae Osborne Why have you chosen to nominate this student leader? How was the campus impacted by their leadership this year? Fae has worked tirelessly over the last year to expand research in areas that are lacking under the guidance of incredible professors, including the prestigious Professor Carolyn West. She is dedicated to her research and the positive impacts that increased knowledge on the subject will bring. Her dedication to education remains strong, as seen in her rigorous courseload and high grades, standing as an inspiration to those around her. She has become a beacon of light and safety to many LGBTQ+ students on campus with her advocacy for LGBTQ+ rights, and her efforts have brought along a safe room in the CEI for queer students to gather. She worked with professors, including Professor Emily Thuma and Professor Ever Jones, to find the needs of LGBTQ+ students amidst the current administration and the threats it poses, allowing for students to ask questions and voice their concerns directly. She has continued to raise awareness about political factors that harm students and their education, speaking in panels and leading people out of fear and chaos. What impact did this student leader have on the UW Tacoma Community? She provided a safe space for LGBTQ+ students to exist, and opened up a space for conversation about how things are going. She has involved professors and advocated to staff about the fears that students have. This alone has broken down walls of uncertainty and increased a sense of belonging to the campus's diverse community. Fae continues to involve herself in events that educate on current events and student needs and tirelessly promotes these places of safety and advocacy despite her busy schedule. She is a kind and familiar face on campus that feels welcoming, and she's built connections that she uses to advocate for student rights. Her valuable time is used to come on campus and connect with people through research and meetings,…
April 7, 2025 at 8:03 PM
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Meanwhile in Discord… 😅
A discord conversation: islandFae: I love that our country is sending the world into a second great depression Friend: “fist bump emoji, American flag emoji, fire emoji” Frankly the world is going to be fine We're the one who're gonna be discovering new forms of poverty
April 5, 2025 at 12:23 AM
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Happy Trans Day of Visibility y’all!

I got to help put on my University’s first ever official TDOV today! Is it crazy it took so long, but I feel really lucky to be involved 💖
A group of students and professors making a large chalk mural of the text “Trans Day of Visibility” with a trans pride colored butterfly in the middle A picture of a blonde woman in front of a rainbow backdrop. She is wearing a pink denim jacket, a “Lavender Menace” t-shirt, a trans pride guitar pick necklace, blue pill earrings, and black jeans and boots
April 1, 2025 at 1:54 AM
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Was practicing photovoice methods today and one of my participants snapped my new favorite picture of me 🥰
A woman with curly blonde/brunette hair stands in a coffee shop taking research notes in a grey knit vest and a dark purple shirt
February 27, 2025 at 6:44 AM
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To whomever left the lil plastic ducks all are the Nisqually Wildlife Refuge: I love you 💖
A blue plastic rubber duck floating on a brown leaf in a puddle A green plastic rubber duck placed on a railing A yellow plastic rubber duck sitting on a railing A green plastic rubber duck placed on a a “caution: slippery when wet” sign
January 2, 2025 at 6:05 AM
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I’m a little late to the party, but here’s my wrap-up! 💖
PlayStation Wrap-Up Graphic: Your 2024 playstyle is: Sharp Shooter Games Played: 41 Total trophies: 366 Hours played: 872 Multiplayer hours: 228 My top game: Destiny 2
December 15, 2024 at 7:43 PM
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If you see this post a concert pic you took

Nation of Language @ The Crocodile, 2023
Nation of Language’s keyboardist holding her head as a red stage light crosses behind her and her eyes are lit up by camera flashes
November 11, 2024 at 7:06 PM
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Reskeet with a photo where you aren't even the least bit menacing
A blond woman holding a large, long-haired tuxedo cat in one arm while sitting at a desk
October 29, 2024 at 7:50 PM
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Ngl It feels pretty good to be recognized for all my hard work ☺️
University of Washington Tacoma cordially announces the nomination of Fae “last name hidden for privacy” to The National Society of Leadership and Success Fall Semester 2024
October 9, 2024 at 7:56 PM
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People had a bit of a hard time looking me in the eye wearing this shirt today 😅
A blonde woman with curly shoulder length hair wearing a “I Just Ate Pussy” by New Here black band t-shirt with art of a cat coming out of a cake on the front
September 28, 2024 at 9:34 PM
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POV: You're a pørnography researcher studying the evolution of misogynoir and you need somewhere to show your friends just how terrible things are
Discord channel header: Welcome to #the-bad-place!
July 9, 2024 at 8:37 PM
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I think this is the best dedication for anything I’ve ever had to read for school
Dedication to Perv by Jesse Bering. Reads “For you, you pervert, you”
January 13, 2024 at 12:35 AM
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I think blonde suits me 🔥
A mirror selfie of me in a Destiny bomber jacket a butterfly pattern t-shirt , my hair has just been lightened to a golden blonde
December 31, 2023 at 1:50 AM
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Ok, I see why my friends say I have “cool aunt” vibes now 😅
A mirror selfie of me in a black cardigan and black & white striped top. My hair is freshly dyed pink and my curls are behaving perfectly.
October 25, 2023 at 5:40 PM
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I get the nicest notifications 🙃
Apple calendar notification: Sexual Violence, traffic is light, it will take 5 min to get to
October 2, 2023 at 7:47 PM
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What did everyone look like 10 years ago? (Featuring the eggiest pic I could find 🫣)
Me at 18, about 9 years before HRT. I’m in a sky blue button up and wearing a pink and white lei
October 1, 2023 at 4:03 PM
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New favorite band shirt 😹
(Also, you should totally check out their EP… 👀)
“I Just Ate Pussy - New Here” written on a drawing of a cat popping out of a cake
October 1, 2023 at 4:51 AM