Pronouns 101
Pronouns are an important part of most languages, and in English, there are a variety of pronouns to choose from beyond the typically gendered he and she. A pronoun is a word that refers to either the people talking (I...
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Gender Neutral Terms, Titles and Pronouns
There are many reasons to want to use gender-neutral titles and terms. Gendered titles and terms create an instant impression in people, we live in a cisnormative world, full of misogyny and sexism. Even without realising we have an internal...
Five Weird Things About America
So last month we went America for ten days and for me this is my second trip to the US. My first trip was four years ago, the first summer after my wife and I married. This time I knew...
What No Custard? And Other Food America Is Missing Out On
So in a couple of weeks, we’re heading to America for ten days. I’ve been before, four years ago, with just my wife. This time we’re taking our son and our nephew. This has prompted much conversation in our household...
Seven Things You Need To Know About Your Prescriptions
Most people have had prescription medications on and off all their lives. From painkillers to antibiotics, to creams and antihistamines, you’ve probably had something on prescription as a kid, and as an adult. I have certainly. Since I was 15...
Six Things You Need To Know About Dysmenorrhoea (i.e Periods Of Doom)
This post is rated B for a ‘bit much’ and P for graphic mentions of periods.* I started menstruating around 13, I’m sure my mum remembers how old I was exactly (though I doubt it, she’s a bit batty since...
