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Google Has Quietly Dropped Ban on Personally Identifiable Web Tracking

jellyroll22:

tygermama:

thebyrchentwigges:

lioness-hart:

Guys, this is really important. Until now, Google collected your data, but did not attach your name to it. Now, they can, and will. This new thing they’re doing will allow them to collect your data across searches, your email, Youtube, Maps, Google+, and all their affiliates, and build a complete profile of YOU.

If that doesn’t bother you, maybe this will: they own and can sell all that data, including anything you create and send (artists and writers, take note).

There is a way you can opt out of this ridiculousness. It’s described in the link, but if you’re still not sure about it, please ask me and I’ll guide you through how to turn all this off.

This is my wake-up call. I’ll be locking down my devices and scaling back what I put through the big Google machine, which means you may see less of me across social media. I’m going to keep researching this, but it may mean in order to keep the rights to my creative work, I’ll have to keep it out of Google’s hands. And that may take some doing.

Duckduckgo is a nontracking search engine….may be worth a try.

So according to the article there is an opt out for this. Instructions are I the last paragraph. I’m on mobile so I’ll edit this more later. EDITED TO INCLUDE OPT OUT INSTRUCTIONS

To opt-out of Google’s identified tracking, visit the Activity controls on Google’s My Account page, and uncheck the box next to “Include Chrome browsing history and activity from websites and apps that use Google services.“ You can also delete past activity from your account.

FUCKING BOOST!!!!!

Google Has Quietly Dropped Ban on Personally Identifiable Web Tracking

ellstersmash:

Heads up – Safe Mode will soon be auto-enabled.

For everyone.

Via email update (emphasis added):

Last year we introduced Safe Mode, which filters sensitive content in your dashboard and search results so you have control over what you see and what you don’t. And now that it’s been out for a while, we want to make sure everyone has the chance to try it out.

Over the next couple weeks, you might see some things in your dashboard getting filtered. If you like it that way, that’s great. If you don’t, no problem. You can go back by turning off Safe Mode any time.

Don’t get me wrong, I recognize that this feature is a good one to offer! It’s also important for it to be auto-enabled for blogs with underage users. What I don’t understand is why Tumblr apparently intends to auto-enable Safe mode for everyone. I have some tags blacklisted, and am not sure if I’d notice the newly filtered posts. So if I hadn’t seen this email, I might be missing out on some kickass fics, art, and edits from blogs that primarily post that type of content! 

Anyway, if you, like me, enjoy the nsfw or otherwise sensitive posts you see on your dash, and don’t particularly want to miss said content … you might want to keep an eye on your account settings.

crying-whining-and-memes:

ultramikahd:

lostinsideyoux:

thetroublesofbeingtrans:

I think some adults need to realize that teens don’t dislike adults because teens are rebellious and punk, a lot of kids and teens dislike adults because every interaction they’ve had with them is dismissing and condescending 

I’m not even a teenager anymore and I still feel like this.

Notice the fact that when teenagers have favorite teachers it’s the teachers who treat them as equals and don’t talk down to them but with them

This is why I have so much trouble with my step dad. He treats me like a child and like we don’t get along because I’m trying to be different from him on purpose. In reality it’s juat because he’s a transphobic ass that refuses to respect me for who I am.

rossers-ramblings:

papi-chulo-bucky:

rainbowwhimsyart:

backstageleft:

nonespark:

a-littlebit-ofsunshine:

palewansickly:

OMG. This. Changes. Everything.

Reblogging for my followers who might have trouble remembering whether or not they’ve taken their medicine!

OH MY GOD, THIS WILL HELP ME SO MUCH. I GET SO SCARED WHEN I DON’T KNOW IF I JUST TOOK MY MEDS TWICE.

THANK YOU, I’M ABOUT TO CRY.

Let me share with you guys a product that super helps me remember if I took my meds or not (because while the above is great, I still would manage to confuse myself):

They count as soon as you put the top back on. So if I don’t know if I’ve taken my medication for the day, I can check the cap to see how long ago I opened the container! It’s brilliant! 

JFC THIS IS A GAME CHANGER.

I KNOW THIS IS MY ART BLOG BUT EVERYONE WHO TAKES MEDS SHOULD SEE THIS.

Don’t forget! ♥️

For all my friends who take meds on the regular or anyone in general. A great post.

glutenfreethings:

unillustrated-man:

theroguefeminist:

dontbeanassharry:

aroacelukeskywalker:

nursenotes:

1. Fist: Make a fist around the epi-pen, don’t place your thumb/fingers over either end

2. Flick the blue cap off

3. Fire. Press down into the outer thigh (the big muscle in there), hold for 10 seconds before removing (the orange cap will cover the needle). Bare skin is best but the epi-pen will go through clothing. Avoid pockets and seams. 

– Ring an ambulance even if everything seems to be fine!

Oh my god.
So as someone who has to carry an epipen EVERYWHERE I am so happy to see that there’s an info post about them.
Like in the extreme case that I can’t inject myself, somebody else would have to do it, but nobody knows how to do it! Thank you, this may just save my life some day.

Don’t be wimpy about it, either. I know friends who are like, “but idk if I could stab you with a needle!” Please stab me with the needle, don’t be hesitant about it.

In my case (I can’t speak for all allergies), an epi buys me 20 minutes of breathing to get to the hospital. It is not a magic bullet, it’s a few critical minutes to help get me where I need to go.

For those who don’t know, people with serious food allergies carry epinephrine which is an adrenaline shot just in case they have anaphylaxis, which is a life threatening allergic attack. This shot is life-saving and must be administered to someone who is having an anaphylactic attack as SOON AS POSSIBLE, because an extra waited minute could mean their life.

It doesn’t hurt much at all to use this needle. The first time I used mine, I didn’t even feel it. But be sure to stab it IN THE OUTER THIGH. Do not stick it anywhere else or you could seriously hurt or kill someone. Just right to the outside of the thigh and then call the ambulance – even if your friend starts doing better, they could have a biphasic reaction, meaning a reaction that comes back (or they may need a second dose, be on the look out). If your friend has an epipen, then they have an epipen trainer that doesn’t have a needle and you can try it out just to be sure you know how to use the real thing if you have to. I’d also advise holding it a few more seconds then 10, maybe go for 14 just to be sure all the medicine is administered and that you didn’t count too fast – that’s what I did.

Here’s a graphic of where to stick it:

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THANK YOU FOR THE GRAPHIC I was about to ask because my mom carries one around and so do some of my friends and I wanted to make sure I would do it right if I ever needed to!

Learn about this or get a refresher, if you’re not already familiar.

rinhatchimu14:

squireofgotham:

PLEASE HELP MY FRIEND!

https://www.youcaring.com/alanbarrett-1067070

Please reblog even if you can’t donate. Spread the word.

My friend Alan has been in my life for three amazing years. Recently, his own life has faced a drastic downturn. From an ex-friend stealing an overwhelming amount of his belongings, to other ex-friends pushing him out of their apartment, this year he may very well become homeless.

I cannot take him into my home, a toxic situation that I am working on my own time to escape from, and all other friends of ours are unable to assist either.

Making this donation page was our last resort. Neither of us want to see him have to default on his own toxic family situation. Right now, he’s currently living in a low-cost motel, trying to find work. He can’t continue like this for much longer. Shelters and LGBT centers in the Orlando area haven’t been enough help, and low quality apartments have been too shady to trust.

We ask for no messages with tips. We’ve tried everything else. Please be respectful to the fact that we made this page as a last resort after almost two months of trying everything else.

I am willing to take on writing commissions and drawing commissions based on the amount donated. Our current goal is $1,400 and I realize that means almost a hundred pieces of art that I will be making for less than minimum wage. I don’t mind this.

For starting at $15, I will take on writing commissions for a few select fandoms. I would do more, but I want to provide you with quality work. So I’m only taking on requests in those fandoms I know enough about/have experience in writing.

I will write for:

– Bungou Stray Dogs
– K project
– Black Butler (mangaverse or anime. I know both)
– Voltron
– Hamatora
– Bioshock (I’ve played everything but Minerva’s Den. But I will watch a walkthrough if need be.)
– Final Fantasy XV

I will write just about any ship, so long as I can see any shred of connection between the characters. The only ships I will deny are ones that go against my rules below. I will also do crossovers of any of the above fandoms, or AU scenarios! Unlike my drawing section, I am also willing to write poly ships, such as roadtrip shipping for FFXV. Message me for details on plotting!

Things I will NOT write:
– multichapter fics, unless the donation is significantly above $15. (Please message me on request for this kind of thing.)
– Underage characters in sexual situations
– Fics featuring rape

For starting at $25, I will draw you a picture! My current setup is a Microsoft Surface running Clip Studio. I will do lineart and flat color for this price. Donate more and we can negotiate something better. My art skill is not as fine-tuned as my writing, so the average drawing can take upwards of six to ten hours. I will put my everything into making it what you want.

Things I will draw! (For $25)

– single anime/cartoon characters
– Pairings of two
– Select video game characters
– OCs!
– Nsfw! (Within reason. See below)

Things I will NOT draw!

– animals/furries (not confident enough in skill to promise quality)
– Massive amounts of gore
– Underage characters in sexual situations
– Realism/portraits of actual people

Above $25, we can negotiate a more detailed art piece with more characters or detail. But I have the right to deny requests that I cannot fulfill to the best of my abilities. I will not turn down requests within the categories above unless I am absolutely positive I cannot deliver quality content. In that case I will work out something else with you.

Thank you for your time and for reading this massively long message. Have a fantastic day.

– Tiff @squireofgotham and Alan @riversofnightsdreaming

Alan is a good friend of mine as well! I will also be taking requests for writing and art. I can write nsfw and sfw for

-Hakuouki

-Soul Eater

-Peacemaker Kurogane

-Kaichou wa Maid-sama

-K project

-Kagerou Project

-Naruto

-Vocaloid

-Yandere Simulator

I can draw

-quite literally any female character. Just send in their name and if they arent well known, send a picture too. Sadly i am not good at guys but I will do genderbends of male characters.

-nsfw

-mild gore (no brains or organs but I will draw severed limbs, blood, and cuts.)

I will not write or draw underage characters in a sexual manor. I will not draw or write beastiality. No character suicides. Basically keep it in reason please. Message me at @iamthetopyandere please and thank you!

New addition! ^^^ My friend Ayano will also be taking writing/art requests with me! So feel free to message her as well!

PLEASE HELP MY FRIEND!

https://www.youcaring.com/alanbarrett-1067070

Please reblog even if you can’t donate. Spread the word.

My friend Alan has been in my life for three amazing years. Recently, his own life has faced a drastic downturn. From an ex-friend stealing an overwhelming amount of his belongings, to other ex-friends pushing him out of their apartment, this year he may very well become homeless.

I cannot take him into my home, a toxic situation that I am working on my own time to escape from, and all other friends of ours are unable to assist either.

Making this donation page was our last resort. Neither of us want to see him have to default on his own toxic family situation. Right now, he’s currently living in a low-cost motel, trying to find work. He can’t continue like this for much longer. Shelters and LGBT centers in the Orlando area haven’t been enough help, and low quality apartments have been too shady to trust.

We ask for no messages with tips. We’ve tried everything else. Please be respectful to the fact that we made this page as a last resort after almost two months of trying everything else.

I am willing to take on writing commissions and drawing commissions based on the amount donated. Our current goal is $1,400 and I realize that means almost a hundred pieces of art that I will be making for less than minimum wage. I don’t mind this.

For starting at $15, I will take on writing commissions for a few select fandoms. I would do more, but I want to provide you with quality work. So I’m only taking on requests in those fandoms I know enough about/have experience in writing.

I will write for:

– Bungou Stray Dogs
– K project
– Black Butler (mangaverse or anime. I know both)
– Voltron
– Hamatora
– Bioshock (I’ve played everything but Minerva’s Den. But I will watch a walkthrough if need be.)
– Final Fantasy XV

I will write just about any ship, so long as I can see any shred of connection between the characters. The only ships I will deny are ones that go against my rules below. I will also do crossovers of any of the above fandoms, or AU scenarios! Unlike my drawing section, I am also willing to write poly ships, such as roadtrip shipping for FFXV. Message me for details on plotting!

Things I will NOT write:
– multichapter fics, unless the donation is significantly above $15. (Please message me on request for this kind of thing.)
– Underage characters in sexual situations
– Fics featuring rape

For starting at $25, I will draw you a picture! My current setup is a Microsoft Surface running Clip Studio. I will do lineart and flat color for this price. Donate more and we can negotiate something better. My art skill is not as fine-tuned as my writing, so the average drawing can take upwards of six to ten hours. I will put my everything into making it what you want.

Things I will draw! (For $25)

– single anime/cartoon characters
– Pairings of two
– Select video game characters
– OCs!
– Nsfw! (Within reason. See below)

Things I will NOT draw!

– animals/furries (not confident enough in skill to promise quality)
– Massive amounts of gore
– Underage characters in sexual situations
– Realism/portraits of actual people

Above $25, we can negotiate a more detailed art piece with more characters or detail. But I have the right to deny requests that I cannot fulfill to the best of my abilities. I will not turn down requests within the categories above unless I am absolutely positive I cannot deliver quality content. In that case I will work out something else with you.

Thank you for your time and for reading this massively long message. Have a fantastic day.

– Tiff @squireofgotham and Alan @riversofnightsdreaming

On Dentists

redwolftrash:

bead-bead:

spoonie-living:

lascapigliata:

huhnerkopf:

autistic-pyro:

So I can’t brush my teeth. Like, it’s the worst kind of hell. I went to the dentist for a cleaning today and I told the hygienist this, and she was wonderfully helpful.

There are some incredibly soft toothbrushes available- namely, post-surgical brushes. Running them under hot water makes them even softer.

She told me that you don’t really need to use toothpaste- it’s mostly marketing. The foam gets to me, so that is really reassuring.

She gave me two particularly soft brushes and some xylitol gum. Trident is a market brand of xylitol gum, which helps with your teeth and can make your breath smell better.

The whole purpose of brushing is to disrupt plaque buildup. You don’t need to brush twice a day, every day with toothpaste if you brush correctly- little circles, focusing on near the gums (where most plaque builds up). So if you’re having a bad sensory day and can’t brush at all, it’s not the end of the world.

Hell, you don’t even need a toothbrush if even the post-surgical ones are too harsh. Going over your teeth with the same motions using a washcloth is enough.

She wants to find a fluoride rinse that has a taste I can stand (peppermint is the only mint I can stand) but she’s not particularly worried about it.

I go to Dr. Barr in Chicago. If you can get to the State St. Macy’s, his office is nearby. He’s very kind and patient and really understanding of my needs as an autistic person. The hygienist, I don’t know her name, announced everything she was going to do before she did it, and stopped frequently to see how I was doing.

This is really the only positive dentist I’ve ever had- past dentists have been too rough and not bothered to help find ways I can actually brush.

Basically this is a glowing recommendation for Dr. Barr’s office if you’re autistic, afraid of dentists, or have sensory needs. This is a recommendation even if you don’t have any of those things.

Im actually crying i feel like this post was reblogged for me oh my god oh my god oh my lord thank you

You can also dilute your mouthwash and use it to swish around if it burns. My dentist does this so consider it dentally approved

If you were feeling guilty about your brushing habits, either due to sensory issues, pain, allergies, executive dysfunction, or just plain fatigue, here’s what you need to know about what is and isn’t necessary if your dental care!

Sometimes even with xylitol gum, mint can be too much for me – and I have some issues with meds that can make me a bit urfy and mint can what tips me from keeping my dinner to not – so I use cinnamon gum.

this!!!