Perhaps I need a "Jys watches too much TV" tag.

[actourdreams]

Fandom - that is to say, Alexander Siddig fandom - has found A Dangerous Man, and is at least on Tumblr all atwitter about it. You literally do not know how happy this makes me. There were almost tears, and I am not joking. Lawrence is one of the few subjects that I still go full-on, let-me-tell-you-everything-about-this-ever special interest

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[sophronia_chaos]

In terms of the "gay or ace"...he could be a homoromantic ace like me!

[actourdreams]

This is true! The whole thing is a snarl of conflicting accounts, conjectures, literary analysis, with bonus Edwardian sexual norms - I doubt we'll ever know for sure. I would suggest homoromantic asexuality as a middle ground, but the "he could never be anything but heterosexual how dare you" crowd would probably blow a gasket trying to get their heads around it. :P I've seen gay people claim him as a famous example, ace people claim him as a famous example... it's good, we can share. :)

[sophronia_chaos]

Oh bloody damn, Edwardian sexual norms... :P

Sharing sounds like a good idea. :) Also, shot in the dark, but if you're interested in ace stuff (I believe you joined the Smith A.C.E. Club's FB group?) you should totally come to a few A.C.E. meetings next year. Or...A.C.E. is having an unofficial last "meeting" this Sunday...hmm...

[kuzujuk]

Sorry to jump in, but Smith has an ace club? I'm jealous. But now the thought's been placed before me, maybe I should make one for myself.

[sophronia_chaos]

Yep, Smith has a group for asexuals and allies, co-founded by yours truly and another asexual Smithie. And it's not an ace club; it's the A.C.E. (Asexual Communication and Education) Club. Because I think I'm clever. :P

If you want advice on how to start a group like that, though, friend me on LJ and send me a message. I'd be glad to help.

[actourdreams]

Haha, well, the only places I'll be going on Sunday are the library and my bed, but I appreciate it all the same. I actually would love to show up as an ally if I get back. Yes, I'm pretty sure I'm on the FaceBook thing. If not, I will be soon.