Timara (she/her)
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There's an event I'm interested in attending. It kind of fell into my lap. It would open doors to a social group I've been interested in for years.

I have concerns and will probably not go.
06:25 PM - Feb 27, 2024
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Timara (she/her)
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I don't know anyone. The restaurant slated for the event is one I'm unfamiliar with. From looking at the attendees, it doesn't look like there will be any Black people there.
06:25 PM - Feb 27, 2024
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Timara (she/her)
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So my anxious introverted behind is going to sit this out...maybe, probably.

I already have anxiety around eating food in a new place that I probably don't like...and then the potential of being around people I don't know who probably lack the cultural awareness to make me feel safe. Le sigh.
06:25 PM - Feb 27, 2024
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Mystrix Noire
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In response to Timara (she/her).
Any biracial people with Black mamas going?

Is it possible to go early and observe before joining in? I have/have not attended several Meetup functions using that strategy approach.

Also I discovered regulars sometimes just show up for repeating events.

Waiting is understandable & reasonable.
06:38 PM - Feb 27, 2024
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Timara (she/her)
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In response to Mystrix Noire.
When I last checked the list they looked either white and young or white and old. 🥴
06:39 PM - Feb 27, 2024
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Sami Lee
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In response to Timara (she/her).
That’s a bummer since it could lead into a group you’ve had interest in for years. Will there be another opportunity in the future you think?
06:32 PM - Feb 27, 2024
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Timara (she/her)
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In response to Sami Lee.
There will be future events...but if diversity doesn't improve then I probably won't go.

I'll just have to find a different group.
06:34 PM - Feb 27, 2024
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k hola (she/her)
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In response to Timara (she/her).
you could go and leave if you don’t like it?
06:31 PM - Feb 27, 2024
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Timara (she/her)
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In response to k hola (she/her).
I could...but I'm one of those awkward people who have a hard time leaving an event. I know, it sounds weird. I'm also awkward at ending conversations.

I'd also have to RSVP so they'd know to expect me. It's a bit of a safety issue for me because of the type of event it is.
06:36 PM - Feb 27, 2024
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