Consultant
@BlackbirdStrat
| Mental Health Advocate | Former radio personality | Harry Potter (minus author) | Proud Jew ✡️ | Vaccines work! 💉| DMs open.
@jk_rowling
Literally NO ONE said the concept of sex or womxn is erased.
The only thing erased here is YOU erasing the legitimacy of trans folks.
Please reconsider where you stand here, for trans folks and for so many who used to idolize you.
I can offer exactly 10 Timbits towards the purchase of this team, but hoping this guy can bring the rest
Ryan somehow exudes even more kindness in person, if that's possible. Drove home with a smile on my face.
@VancityReynolds
so happy we finally got to meet offline ✌🏻❤️
I want to extend a massive thank you to Quelque Chose Boutique
My younger brother works for them. During his shift yesterday, maskless assholes harassed him and demanded service
Feeling unsafe, he called the owner, who immediately told him to close because his safety came first
And right after I make a post mentioning Ryan Reynolds, this pops up in my DMs
@VancityReynolds
this is obviously you, I'm almost positive. Also didn't know you made music?
"It's just saunas, pig roasts and love"
Bringing my brother food at his job downtown last weekend, I was followed by a group of occupiers for a block and a half.
Men who leered at me the entire time - likely because of my mask.
Maybe it's peaceful - if you're with them
Non-Indigenous folks, please watch your actions today, to ensure it's not coming across as performative
It's not "take a selfie to show you did a great job" day
It's "listen and learn" day
#TruthAndReconciliation
What a beautiful moment with
@GurdeepPandher
Watching his dances on Twitter have brought me so much joy over this past year and a half, but dancing with him was a whole other experience
Just lifting my arms into the sky put the biggest smile on my face. Stay awesome, Gurdeep❣️
Happy birthday to one of my best friends,
@pramaphone
❤️
She wanted a
@VancityReynolds
birthday wish but this was the best I could do
Plus, I'm saving that request for my own birthday (*cough cough* November 11)
@elonmusk
@danielhoughton
@anothercohen
@iamharaldur
Then why did you force this - as a result of your otherworldly unprofessional demeanour - to be a communication exclusively done through tweets?
Halli seemed to have no choice but to resort to Twitter. You, as it appears, had plenty of choice.
Journalists in Ottawa have an extremely tough, dangerous job today
Please take a moment to thank them for covering this as closely and as accurately as possible
That includes my
@CFRAOttawa
@ctvottawa
colleagues in front of/behind the camera/mic, writing, filming and posting
The big, beautiful, rainbow reveal.
I'm absolutely in love.
Plus, I got to hug my mother for the first time in over a year.
It has been the best day ❣️🌈
@CHEO
A massive counter protest on Wellington today.
My heart is filled with joy seeing the amount of people here who are standing strong for the protection of the queer and trans community.
#Ottawa
#TransRightsAreHumanRights
So I just finished
#SchittsCreek
for the first time.
@danjlevy
and
@Realeugenelevy
.... I have no words.
This is now my favorite sitcom, and I'll be doing a rewatch in the very near future.
Warmest regards ❤️
@MavenOfMayhem
@transscribe
I need a David Attenborough documentary on this
"If you look closely in that clearing, a trans appears, grazing on their latte"
How it started How it ended
Could not have envisioned a better day. More photos to come, but for now the focus is on the love of my life and our new chapter together ❣️
I didn't know I had covid until early this morning
I went grocery shopping yesterday afternoon and wore a mask
#MasksSaveLives
because you just never know
Canadian insurrectionists are now getting home visits from the police - natural consequences are the best ones. And yes, Karen, the police monitor socials. All of them.
After just over 6 years, I have decided to sign off from the traffic desk. My last day is June 10th.
My time with CFRA and Bell Media has been unforgettable
My colleagues, new community connections, wonderful guests on the show - it has all been an incredible experience
I'd like to thank the
@OC_Transpo
driver on the morning 85 route
I change buses and have to wait alone at 4:40am for a while, because I end up just missing the earlier changeover
This driver offered to ask the second bus to wait an extra moment at the stop so I can stay safe 🙂
First day back in 2.5 years:
Bus didn't show, took the LRT instead
Found 2 pairs of shoes at my desk I had been looking for
No science experiments growing at my desk since I left
Was able to log onto my computer
So far, so good 🙂✌🏻
@CFRAOttawa
@ctvottawa
#Ottawa
Thank you everyone for the overwhelming positivity yesterday, after I posted that vitriol from my DMs
I said I was fine, but that hateful comment stuck in my mind and kept me up late last night
Waking up to your messages made my morning better
P.S: I'm Jewish and proud of it✡️
Talk about life testing me
This is the 5th person I know who had passed away in the last 2 weeks - and one of the hardest to process
Love you Grandpa 💔
I'm bisexual, and refuse to be quiet about it
Pride started as a protest - a reminder that Black trans women helped pave the way for the rest of the queer community to fight for a safe space in this world
Keep fighting because you are valid just as you are, right now 🏳️🌈🏳️⚧️
Quick trip downtown to bring my brother homemade banana bread
He's working a minimum wage job in an environment that no retail worker should ever have to deal with
Tension are high. Baked goods help a little.
Thank you to everyone who sent such lovely messages my way yesterday💍
I'm still completely floored that he managed to pull this off - considering I usually ruin my own surprises 😅
Can't wait to spend the rest of my life with this supportive, loving human being ❣️
PSA:
When you're out at a patio, and your server comes to the table, put your mask back on.
They have theirs on - extend that same respect to them.
#Ottawa
#Covid19
#Step1
The residents of Ottawa are watching
Canada is watching
I sincerely hope this ends soon, and ends as peacefully as possible
Looking forward to getting our City back
Do NOT let this story fall out of public focus
This needs to be at the forefront until every single allegation is investigated and resolved
#MeToo
Western University investigating several alleged sexual violence incidents inside residences
The only person allowed to measure your daily achievements is YOU.
For some, running 10K is worth celebrating.
For others, brushing teeth and getting dressed is a massive accomplishment.
Whatever you have achieved today, I congratulate you ⭐
#MentalHealth
Remember the exciting announcement I was saving for today?
I'm honoured to be receiving the Wood Cookie at tonight's
@REDBLACKS
game, and to join a highly respected group of people who received this before me
A huge thank you to everyone who supports my
#MentalHealth
advocacy❣️
Today, on
#WorldSuicidePreventionDay
, I would like to share a story.
My story.
P.S: apologies if the pictures with the story text are out of order, it was too long to type into a thread.
@Evy_Lynch
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@Evy_Lynch
I hear and respect your opinion on this matter. I think the main problem I'm having with her tweets - that I can't get past - is the fact that she used her platform, which reaches millions of followers, to specifically hurt trans folks.
The comment section of Ryan Whitney's post is enough to give you a clue as to why women are scared every time we:
Walk home alone
Go to a restaurant/bar and drink
Commute with headphones in
Enter an elevator alone with a man
Enter a parking garage alone
.....etc.
And....FULLY VAXXED
I thought the relief after Dose 1 was immense - this is a whole different feeling
Thank you to all health officials in
#Ottawa
and
#Ontario
for getting shots in arms 💉❣️
DON LEMON: There's no evidence that standards are being lowered in the airline industry.
ELON MUSK: Watch the replies showing all the evidence it is.
LEMON: Replies on social media are not necessarily fact and evidence. That's people's opinions.
I'm at
@Bridgehead
. This elderly man is looking for a seat. I had just sat down at the last free table, meant for 2 people. I offered him a seat, explaining that I was sitting alone. His face lit up with happiness, and he sat down.
It's the little things. Happy Friday.
Just cancelled an apartment viewing this weekend, due to rising case numbers + my comfort level
Told the landlord today that I'm cancelling, and apologized
He told me I'm "living in fear" and laughed when I said I'm not debating the pandemic with him
So...dodged a bullet there
When I'm reading a recipe on your website, I don't want to scroll through 10 paragraphs about your kids, what stores you shop at, what your grandmother's name is, and how you like your coffee.
I'm just here to make cookies.
OKAY
1. I have never laughed and also screamed out LOUD in the theatre
2. I need to watch it 3 more times to catch all the amazing background references
3. I can not EMPHASIZE how good this movie is
#FreeGuy
@FreeGuyMovie
@VancityReynolds
@FreeGuyMovie
LET'S GO!!!
So stoked for this one, and happy to finally be in a real movie theater with my friend ☺️
Short, spoiler-free review to come in the comment section of this post
@VancityReynolds
Thank you
@StarbucksCanada
on 2nd Avenue
@intheglebe
for making me feel safe for the first time in days
The employee who made my drink was Jewish. We grasped onto each other (figuratively) with an emotional talk about the recent hate that infiltrated the City
I felt comforted✡️
I posted earlier this evening about choosing kindness in the face of negativity.
Sometimes, it's not possible.
Context (not that it matters): this was after I said gyms should require a fully vaxxed cliental.
I'm fine, but I'd be lying if I said it didn't affect me.
Enjoy this wonderful throwback
Prom, 2012
He and I had only been dating for about 6 months - we're coming up on 10 years this Fall ❣️
#ThrowbackThursday
It's been a very...trying 24 hrs on this platform
All of your love & positivity has helped more than I can describe, but I'm still 100% mentally burnt out
Before my
#MentalHealth
declines further, I'm stepping back from the Twitterverse for a week
Love you. See you in 7 days❣️
Hi folks! I've decided on weekends I'll be staying off Twitter for the most part. Being glued to my phone for news 24/7 has impacted my mental health, and prevents me from spending time with my partner.
I'll respond to your lovely messages and tips Mon-Fri. Hope you understand!
I'm back from my vacation, and I'm better
My anxiety is always around, but I'm better
Depression is consistently with me, but I'm better
You can have constant
#MentalHealth
struggles and still be "better" than you were a day ago, or a year ago
Happy to be back online❣️
Today, the guy comes up to me and says "did we chat 2 weeks ago?" I say yes.
He says "you have no idea how much that comment meant to me. It made my entire day, so I just want to thank you".
Remember: Someone may be struggling, and need your kindness more than you know.
4/4.
Did I do a fitness photoshoot? Yup
Was it just for myself? Yup
Does it make me feel badass? Yup
Do stuff for yourself that make you feel good 💪🏻
#MentalHealth
Hi folks,
Due to an issue that severely impacted my mental health, I will be taking a step back from Twitter for the next week or so.
I will still be posting traffic tweets, but will not be creating other posts or engaging in the comments section.
See you soon.
I took a table for 1 today
Spending time with yourself can come with stigma
Social media depicts this standard that you must be doing something interesting at all times of the day - and that's a lot of pressure
Sometimes spending time alone is needed for a
#MentalHealth
reset
A small update on why I've been slightly absent over these last few months: I have been diagnosed with long covid.
Apologies for the lengthy video but it was necessary to describe how this has greatly impacted my life, both mentally and physically
Thanks for sticking around
The last few years have brought lots of unknowns, but one thing that has never wavered is this man
We've been through a lot over the last decade, and I'm excited for the next decade together
Here's a sneak peek of our engagement shoot. Can't wait to marry you💍
📸
@oshutterphoto
Hey
#Ottawa
folks,
Hearing that OC Transpo drivers are on the receiving end of public frustration with our broken train and lack of buses
Please don't take it out on them. They are doing their jobs and are not the ones responsible for this mess of a system
Thank a driver today
SECOND VACCINE MOVED UP TO JULY 3RD FOR BOTH ME AND MY PARTNER
WHICH MEANS WE WILL BE FULLY VAXXED AS OF JULY 17
TYPING IN CAPS BECAUSE I'M YELLING
YAY VACCINES
YAY NORMALCY
YAY HUGS
YAY
#Ottawa
#Ontario
#CovidVaccine
#VaccinesWork
If anyone was at the Food Basics - 667 Kirkwood Ave at 11:30 a.m. yesterday - you may have come into contact with a covid+ person
(That person is me)
Didn't feel sick until last night, apologies to anyone I may have come into contact with
#Ottawa
#COVID19
ANNOUNCEMENT:
I'm so thrilled to share that I have accepted a position as Junior Consultant at
@BlackbirdStrat
, starting June 14th
I have admired
@lisakirbie
and her company for quite some time, and can't wait to join her team to help so many wonderful clients
A few things I'm thankful for this week
✨Talking about mixology and life in general with
@VancityReynolds
✨Getting to tell all of Ottawa on tv the next day that Ryan is the best Canadian you'll ever meet
✨Soaking all this in before my birthday on Friday
Life is good, folks
I've had to start passing on this message to my family and friends:
Not fully vaxxed? Not hanging out with you.
It's lead to some tough conversations, but the health and safety of both myself and others is top priority, full stop.
#vaccinated
#VaccinesWork
Yesterday was a hard day
Today I put on my favourite outfit, had my favourite coffee, and ordered my favourite food at the farmer's market
These things don't fix anything, but they create good feelings to wash down the tough ones
2 yrs ago:At my lowest point. Battling depression and losing. Wanted to give up.
Today:In therapy. Told my story publicly in the effort to help others. Not just coping; thriving.
We NEED better
#MentalHealth
resources so everyone can get the help they need
#WorldMentalHealthDay
I started watching
#Spirited
earlier this evening
My fiancé - who dislikes Christmas movies with a passion - caught the first 5 minutes, said "I'm intrigued", and sat down with me to watch the rest
This is the holiday film of the season, folks
@VancityReynolds
@octaviaspencer
I catch the first train of the morning on the LRT, and lots of staff are usually on board to get to their stations
Around 20% are masked, the rest are not
@OC_Transpo
I was under the impression mask mandates are still in place on the train?
My stress level is pretty much at max with the move, so I stepped away for 4 hours
I haven't done anything for myself in months that involves pampering
It doesn't take away my stress, but it lets me return to my challenges with a clearer (purple) head ✂️
#MentalHealth
A little thread about kindness.
There's this guy at my gym that I've seen regularly over the oast 3 months. He was a bit of a bigger dude who was clearly trying to kick start a healthier lifestyle.
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