I created a Google+ community today for Queering the Closet. I'm still not sure why, as I already have Google+ a fan page.
When I first found out that Google was now allowing the creation of community pages on Google+, I wasn't sure what to think. However, I was invited to a community page for M/M romance literature and thought I might start one that had a more general purpose. That is rather than just those interested in m/m romance, how about a community to talk about LGBTQ media in general?
We'll see where things go from here. I wonder if this will be another social media thing to manage or if it might actually go someplace.
Showing posts with label blogging. Show all posts
Showing posts with label blogging. Show all posts
December 18, 2012
August 10, 2012
On Censorship, Rape Culture, and the New Comments Policy.
Generally speaking, I tend to like to pretend that there is no topic too offensive that it could not be discussed by reasonable adults. Censorship is evil I tell you! EVIL!
There are of course moments when reality hits and I find myself forcing to take a hard look at my positions on free speech. A few days ago was one such day.
It came when I found a comment on the post Gore Vidal, Rape Apologist that basically defended Vidals' statements. Among other lovely little dripplings, the comment included the sentiment that somehow determining whether or not a rape victim was a virgin at the time they were sexually assaulted was somehow relevant.
Yeah, I too hate it when I've been conned into thinking this is now the 21st century.
In any case, I deleted the comment. I realize that I have now invited scores of people to decry my position as hypocritical. So be it. If someone out there wants to start a blog and pontificate about how morally upright rapists are, and how their slutty victims were asking for it, go ahead. But I will not allow such poison on Queering the Closet.
For the record, I have now updated the About page to include a section outlining the new commenting policy.
There are of course moments when reality hits and I find myself forcing to take a hard look at my positions on free speech. A few days ago was one such day.
It came when I found a comment on the post Gore Vidal, Rape Apologist that basically defended Vidals' statements. Among other lovely little dripplings, the comment included the sentiment that somehow determining whether or not a rape victim was a virgin at the time they were sexually assaulted was somehow relevant.
Yeah, I too hate it when I've been conned into thinking this is now the 21st century.
In any case, I deleted the comment. I realize that I have now invited scores of people to decry my position as hypocritical. So be it. If someone out there wants to start a blog and pontificate about how morally upright rapists are, and how their slutty victims were asking for it, go ahead. But I will not allow such poison on Queering the Closet.
For the record, I have now updated the About page to include a section outlining the new commenting policy.
June 29, 2012
Blog update: I'm Back!
Well, okay, it's not like I ever went away exactly. But I got a new laptop after the old one pretty much died.
The thing is, typing on an iPad (even with a Bluetooth connected keyboard) is not the same thing as being able to write on an actual laptop. The differences are so extreme that one might as well compare writing cuniform on clay tablets to putting pen to paper.
So at this point, I should be able to return to writing full length, properly formated reviews. Once I get the image files imported over and everything, this should be only be a matter of time.
The one drawback is that it will probably be several days before I stop swiping my fingers up and down the screen, while screaming "WHY WON'T THE DAMN THING SCROLL!". I already spent several moments, where I kept taping on an enter icon while starting up the laptop, before I realized why that would not exactly work.
The thing is, typing on an iPad (even with a Bluetooth connected keyboard) is not the same thing as being able to write on an actual laptop. The differences are so extreme that one might as well compare writing cuniform on clay tablets to putting pen to paper.
So at this point, I should be able to return to writing full length, properly formated reviews. Once I get the image files imported over and everything, this should be only be a matter of time.
The one drawback is that it will probably be several days before I stop swiping my fingers up and down the screen, while screaming "WHY WON'T THE DAMN THING SCROLL!". I already spent several moments, where I kept taping on an enter icon while starting up the laptop, before I realized why that would not exactly work.
June 5, 2012
Queering the Closet now on Facebook
Okay, I created a facebook page for Queering the Closet to promote the wonderful work I do. ;)
Go to http://facebook.com/boxwhatbox or you can "like" it in the appropreate widget in the right hand column. Thanks!
- Posted using BlogPress from my iPad
Go to http://facebook.com/boxwhatbox or you can "like" it in the appropreate widget in the right hand column. Thanks!
- Posted using BlogPress from my iPad
May 2, 2012
Off Topic: On iPads and the lack of posts...
Okay, first, allow me to offer up that little standard uh apology for not having posted a lot recently. Although, I'm not sure I understand the point precisely of apologizing for having a life beyond this virtual internet thingie but if every other blogger out there does it in similar circumstances...
In any case, I've been busy with another project, a story to be precise that I've been working on. Maybe I'll even get it published someday.
The other problem is that my laptop has slowly bitten the dust and is now closer to paperweight than electronic. It's only a matter of time before the Smithsonian starts making inqueries.
I can write more or less on my iPad, especially since my Dad got me a nice little keyboard that connects wirelessly,f for me for Christmas and while it's not like writing on a regular keyboard it is nicer than using the screen keypad. However, the format I use for the reviews is virtually impossible to replicate on an iPad. Well, it's possible, it's just really difficult and time consuming. Given my current funding situation, it will be awhile before I can afford a new regular laptop.
Speaking of the iPad, I thought I would offer up my thoughts on the device. There are two things I want to say. One is that Apple has truely created a truely amazing piece of hardware. They then went on to set up this amazing piece of hardware with some seriously flawed software. As someone who uses flash and java apps a lot, the lack of support for flash and java apps is rather disappointing. Particularly as someone who plays Runescape. So what if those things use up a lot of battery life and are ineffecient? I like having access to all the internet has to offer and if I want to use a program that shortens the battery life, shouldn't I at least have that option?
That's just the beginning of the software issues I have. The other is the way that there is no independent way to store files outside of apps, which makes emailing/uploading photos online... frustrating. As in trying to do so will usually end with the phrase: *AURGH* *HULK* *SMASH*. I bet the high price tag is the main reason more iPads don't usually end up in a million bits at the end of the day. It's weird to go from being able to effortless perform a variety of tasks that would seem nearly impossible for a single device to pull off to wanting to smash it for being inable to do something that seems utterly straightforward.
Suffice to say, I dislike having to shell out a few bucks each for apps that allow one to upload to services like Facebook or Instagram.
In the grand scheme of things, I should note that it's nice to be able to take one small porable device with me me to the gym, use it to watch music videos while I workout, take photos to document graffiti on the streets outside, type up a few paragraphs for the story I mentioned I was working on while I eat lunch, then later go to a meeting and show those photos to others.
Just good luck for anyone who might want to also use Java, Flash, or show those photos to anyone on Facebook on the free.
In any case, I've been busy with another project, a story to be precise that I've been working on. Maybe I'll even get it published someday.
The other problem is that my laptop has slowly bitten the dust and is now closer to paperweight than electronic. It's only a matter of time before the Smithsonian starts making inqueries.
I can write more or less on my iPad, especially since my Dad got me a nice little keyboard that connects wirelessly,f for me for Christmas and while it's not like writing on a regular keyboard it is nicer than using the screen keypad. However, the format I use for the reviews is virtually impossible to replicate on an iPad. Well, it's possible, it's just really difficult and time consuming. Given my current funding situation, it will be awhile before I can afford a new regular laptop.
Speaking of the iPad, I thought I would offer up my thoughts on the device. There are two things I want to say. One is that Apple has truely created a truely amazing piece of hardware. They then went on to set up this amazing piece of hardware with some seriously flawed software. As someone who uses flash and java apps a lot, the lack of support for flash and java apps is rather disappointing. Particularly as someone who plays Runescape. So what if those things use up a lot of battery life and are ineffecient? I like having access to all the internet has to offer and if I want to use a program that shortens the battery life, shouldn't I at least have that option?
That's just the beginning of the software issues I have. The other is the way that there is no independent way to store files outside of apps, which makes emailing/uploading photos online... frustrating. As in trying to do so will usually end with the phrase: *AURGH* *HULK* *SMASH*. I bet the high price tag is the main reason more iPads don't usually end up in a million bits at the end of the day. It's weird to go from being able to effortless perform a variety of tasks that would seem nearly impossible for a single device to pull off to wanting to smash it for being inable to do something that seems utterly straightforward.
Suffice to say, I dislike having to shell out a few bucks each for apps that allow one to upload to services like Facebook or Instagram.
In the grand scheme of things, I should note that it's nice to be able to take one small porable device with me me to the gym, use it to watch music videos while I workout, take photos to document graffiti on the streets outside, type up a few paragraphs for the story I mentioned I was working on while I eat lunch, then later go to a meeting and show those photos to others.
Just good luck for anyone who might want to also use Java, Flash, or show those photos to anyone on Facebook on the free.
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