It's been over a year since I ...Xed? But ICYMI, I have organized/I am hosting an Immersive TTRPG Weekend at
@RavenwoodCastle
in Hocking Hills, OH taking place May 24th-26th, 2024! Tickets go on sale THIS FRIDAY (12/8) at 3pm ET!
We need to return to traditional manliness!
-Boys should wear pink!
-Leave beer brewing to the women and write more poetry!
-Male friends should sit in each other’s laps!
-Wear more stockings!
-Wigs! Wigs! Wigs!
-lacy embroidered handkerchiefs for all
-leave wristwatches to women
If you're trying to compare people participating in BLM demonstrations and what happened yesterday you can *checks notes* ah, here it is... GET THE FUCK OUT
Just a reminder that the US concept of "manliness" was invented in the early 1900s to sell razors, beer and movie tickets. It is not some ancient practice. It is a creation of ad execs.
I think my favorite part of every flight is during take off when the pilot screams “Bend to my will metal sky bird and take us to the big blueness!” and all the passengers chant “Sky bird! Sky bird!” To convince the plane to take off.
I don’t think it’s weird at all for straight dudes to say other men are attractive. I find many works of art, buildings and animals beautiful, but it doesn’t mean I want to have sex with them. Well, maybe some buildings. I’ve seen some real BILFs out there...
Hey!
@teresamcelroy
and I have a big announcement! We’re having another kid! Due date is currently mid January, but Bebe taught us that babies don’t care about schedules! We are beyond excited!
How many videos of police violently attacking peaceful protestors in cities across the country have to make the rounds before folks can no longer deny that police brutality is not a “bad apple” problem?
Yesterday after getting my hair cut and dyed, a woman working there said “You look beautiful! ...sorry, I mean handsome.” And I was like, “It’s cool, I am beautiful!” Anyway, it’s okay to know you’re beautiful!
Bebe took a toy pan out of my hand, not forcefully but still a take. Then she said UNPROMPTED “Oh wait, receiving hands!” and handed it back to me. She then said “may I please have it?” and held her hands out.
In that moment, I would have given her anything she asked for.
Happy Father’s Day! As your dad for the day, I just wanted to let you know that I love you for who you are. I wouldn’t change a thing about you because you are already so great! I support you and I believe in you! Take care of your self today, kiddo!
“Listen, I’m not ignorant. I did a lot of research. Then, I decided to be a hateful transphobe. What I’m saying is, I have no excuse. This is a full blown choice and I am proud of how hateful I am! Huzzah!”
It's weird how the people who do the most complaining about "cancel culture" seem to also be the people who have really shitty opinions that they are unwilling to reconsider or apologize for. What a weird coincidence.
Hey
@McDonalds
, might I suggest that y’all stop asking if kids are “a boy or a girl” in regards to Happy Meal toys? My kid likes horses and cars and it has nothing to do with gender. Just ask which one they’d prefer, toy A or toy B. Have a great day!
Hey everyone! Just a reminder that therapy is kick ass and everyone should do it. Going to therapy has given me both the language to articulate my mental states and tools to deal with them. Talk to someone, it rules.
Hey, I know that it’s not the biggest issue facing anyone right now, but if I can explain to my 3 year old why she can’t go to the museum, you can stay the fuck home and skip Thirsty Thursdays down at Senor Frog’s.
Hey everyone, don’t do this. Pronouns aren’t a joke and this isn’t funny. Would you make fun of someone’s accent or name? Then why would you feel okay making a joke out of another aspect of their identity? Take it seriously, it costs you nothing.
Flight attendant: Is there a doctor on this flight?
Dad: *nudging me* Do you think everything is alright?
Me: I too am worried!
Dad: If things go wrong, at least we can cheer folks up!
Me: Yes, the arts help people smile again!
Dad: I’m proud that we use comedy to help!
A SWERF said that I only support SWs because I am ugly. Now I need an ambulance because my sides split from laughing at the of absurdity of such a claim. I mean, have they seen me?! I’m cute as hell.
It's always weird/disgusting to me when jerks try to act like they are being brave when they act like jerks. "I tell it like it is" "If you can't handle it..." blah blah blah as though being a jerk isn't the easiest thing in the world.
Another Bebe moment: After she had been put to bed last night, she yelled "Daddy, I need you!" Normally she calls for Teresa, so I felt pretty special. I ducked my head in and said "What do you need buddy?" and she said "I need you to get Mommy."
I like my men like I like my coffee. Non-toxic.
(This just popped in my head and I thought it was REMARKABLY clever and had to immediately share. This has been another edition of "Behind the Tweets, with Travis McElroy." Join us again next time.)
My father, Clint McElroy, is one of the greatest people I have ever met. I work hard to be as good a father as he is. He is an inspiration. Unfortunately, we have never been photographed together. So here is a picture of me and
@levarburton
. Happy Father’s Day!
Unprompted, Bebe told me "You are doing a great job as a dad" and "thank you for loving me so much!"
Needless to say, I am imbued with the power of a million suns and hope to share some of that positivity today.
Made the bold parental move to show Bebe a picture of an x-ray of a skeleton inside a body. (She was confused about bones being inside us) Her response "OH! That is beautiful!" I was so happy it didn't freak her out. But now I am worried she will grow up to be a serial killer...
Hey, this is some real dumb shit. Reason 1: there’s no such thing as “manliness”. Through out history, men have worn heels, nail polish, make up & lots of things many would call “feminine”. The modern concept of masculinity is less than 100 years old & was created by advertisers
Daily Wire host criticizes Mr. Rogers for corrupting boys with his "metrosexual wimpiness," adding "if you really want to have a beautiful day in the neighborhood, call John Wayne and tell him to bring his guns"
Just a reminder: If you don’t enjoy some form of media (book, movie, album, podcast, tv show, whatever) you can just stop consuming it. No amount of bad mouthing it on twitter will make you enjoy it more.
As a co-host of a manners podcast, allow me to offer some insight: Fuck Civility. Etiquette is the art of being your best self based on your own situation, not telling someone else that they are wrong. Bullies just don't like it when their victims stand up for themselves.
I think it’s worth saying that while I’m really glad y’all like my new boots, I wouldn’t feel comfortable wearing them (let alone showing them publicly!) if it weren’t for all the people long before me who have pushed the boundaries of traditional gender norms.
Dear everyone, but especially teens: It is perfectly normal to feel frustrated/confused/lost/anxious/other not-great emotions. Everyone at some point has felt them. More importantly, not only is it okay to talk to someone about what you are feeling, it is GREAT!
Bebe’s favorite animal is the general idea of dinosaurs and I am incredibly proud. When asked what her favorite animal is, she closes her eyes and roars like a dinosaur. She is the best.
Hey, just a quick reminder that there is nothing wrong with being afraid. Thanks to a combination of ADD, anxiety and an overactive imagination, I have been in a constant state of low level fear since I was 4 years old with lots of big spikes through out.
Can we all please stop telling entertainers of any sort to stick to whatever their form of entertainment is and not tweet about politics/current events? Current events/politics impact all of us no matter what our jobs are. If you don't like someone's tweets, unfollow.
I think this year I’m going to work with a personal trainer to get ripped and also learn how to do my own make up. I plan to also get good at axe throwing, learn to use a smoker and get even better at baking. Gonna be a good year!
We need to seriously re-evaluate the way we think about handling trolls (the harassment/threat kind, not the fun hair/party kind.) I just shared a video of a streamer shutting one down. Her responses are filled with people saying that the troll got what they wanted.
“I’ve tolerated your existence and I deserve praise for that. I will stop someone from killing you, but I don’t think you are ACTUALLY a woman. Anyway, I’m a hero.”
There is absolutely nothing wrong with posting a picture of yourself so people will say nice things about you. I do it all time. We all like to be told we are cute from time to time! You can respond to this with a picture of yourself and then trade compliments with each other!
Tomorrow is Mother’s Day. I don’t know how how many of you know, but my mom passed away 14 years ago. If you have a mom in your life that you love, even if she didn’t give birth to you, make sure you let her know tomorrow. You never know how many more chances you’ll get.
In case anyone was wondering,
@JustinMcElroy
is currently in first in our shared fantasy football league. I know for a fact that he forgot the password to this league a couple years ago.
Me: (trying to meditate)
Brain: ...
Me: ...
Brain: The best part about manufacturing cheese are the friends you make along the whey!
Me: (sighs, tweets it)
Today is a very special day. Today is the day that I married the greatest person I have ever known.
@teresamcelroy
inspires me every day to be a better person. We have been together for almost a decade and married for 6 of those years. I love her more and more. Happy anniversary!
I hope 2020 is the year everyone stops saying “ladies and gentlemen”. It’s outdated and exclusionary. It is also by far the less interesting option. Let’s be more creative and inclusive in the next decade.
Things people like Ben Sh*p*ro are talking about when they are talking about returning to "manliness":
Anger
Homophobia
Spousal Abuse
Misogyny
Transphobia
"Scholars doubt that this person 'JK Rowling' even existed. Some theorize that the books were actually written by Sir Francis Bacon. Others believe they were authored by Christopher Marlowe. However, most scholars agree that the books simply appeared one day as if by... magic?"
“Hey fam, it’s me Geralt42069. Tonight I’m gonna be streaming a little Stardew, but first don’t forget to toss me a coin over on Patreon!”
-The Twitcher, Netflix (2019)
Hi everyone! I took Bebe to a comic book convention, shared a donut with her, took her book shopping, we’re having lunch together and I am watching her euphorically eat bacon. Anyway, it’s a great day and I just wanted to share!
SCENE: My Office.
[Bebe walks into office]
BEBE: Mommy, Dot and me are going on a walk!
ME: Oh? Do you want me to come?
BEBE: No! You have to stay here and make money!
[BEBE leaves office]
END SCENE
Oh, what's that Timmy and Tommy? Turnip price today is 62 bells?! DO YOU KNOW WHO I AM?!? I BUILT COOL TOWN WITH MY BLOOD SWEAT AND TEARS!! WHAT DO YOU MEAN YOU'RE CALLING THE AUTHORITIES?! I *AM* THE AUTHORITIES!!!!!