Monday, June 30, 2014
We must straighten our backs…
We trusted that following conservative and STRAIGHT (for those Prop 8 supporters) Justice Phillips’ September 9th decision that “Don’t Ask Don’t Tell” was unconstitutional on two counts, the Senate would vote to uphold the integrity of our Nation by voting for the repeal of this pathetic law. The House had done so in June, along with the Senate Armed Services Committee. Now, backed by an unconstitutionality ruling, certainly the Senate would end the ban once and for all.
Fail.
Instead, on September 21st Sen. John McCain (R-Az.), a POW and a former hero to many of us veterans, single handedly obstructed justice with a filibuster. Sadly, the Senate could not muster 60 Senators willing to vote to override him.
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Fail.
Instead, on September 21st Sen. John McCain (R-Az.), a POW and a former hero to many of us veterans, single handedly obstructed justice with a filibuster. Sadly, the Senate could not muster 60 Senators willing to vote to override him.
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January 2012 - Life on the road (and my own bed)
I've been wanting to share a lot that's happened over the last 5 or so weeks with you guys, but it seemed so overwhelming because I didn't know exactly where/how to start. Yesterday I read a musician's blog and what she does is summarizes her work by the month. So a few days into a month, she'll write about the preceding month. I dig that, so I shall henceforth be stealing this idea from Hannah:)I won't bore you with ALL of the details of how I got to this point, but basically, I spent months and months in my early-mid 20s booking and tour managing some of my indie friends' tours. This was thousands of miles traveled, several hotels and friends' couches crashed, and lots and lots of gas station food partaken...ofeth. All of this was of course after spending weeks booking the actual shows one by one, and talking to people with names like 'Snake' and 'Timber' asking if my friend(s) could play at their venue. For every show I booked, I got at least 10 'no's. I also heard hundreds of 'no's when I was publishing my music magazine INTERLUDE.So things haven't always been easy and I've spent plenty of time sleeping on the floor, the couch, and every once in a while, in beds. All the while though, I've been networking and making friends in various production roles, at various levels of success. The tenacity paid off when just a couple of days before New Year's, I was asked to help out with the production of a show out of town.The artist was CeeLo Green, and the show was the headlining Allstate BCS Fanfest event in New Orleans. So on New Year's Eve, I watched my new boss sing during the NYE countdown in Times Square, and a few hours later, I was hard at work helping to advance his next show.It was in New Orleans that I met CeeLo, the Goodie Mob, and CeeLo's incredible band for the first time. They're all amazingly talented and some of the nicest people I've ever met. The city was SO full of energy during these few days in particular because of the big game, and aside from being physically exhausted from all the work we did, I was on cloud 9 the entire time. I also got to meet this cool performer named DJ Ruckus. You guys should check him out. He is a REALLY sweet guy, and kinda blew my mind with how talented he is.(New Orleans stage during soundcheck!>(CeeLo's lighting/video director Fraser and me after the New Orleans show...right outside our production office/backstage area)I flew back to my new home in Houston for a few days to work on the next shows...and then it was back in the air. I can already tell that this year I will probably spend more time in the security line at airports than in my own bedroom. But do you see me complaining? Nope! And if you ever do, please feel free to slap me about my person.January was capped off the same way it started: EPIC...ly. Or whatever.I was flown to Miami and Montego Bay, Jamaica for 2 big shows. Miami's show was at the Fontainebleau hotel in their venue LIV and Jamaica's was the Jazz and Blues Festival where CeeLo was Saturday night's headliner. Friday night's headliner was Celine Dion! I definitely got spoiled with our accommodations that week and I'm not sure I'll know how to do anything without wearing a plush robe and having room service every 3 hours now that I've tasted the good life. I was also in the same room with Bobby Brown for a couple of hours while a Jamaican lady sang a 45 minute Whitney Houston medley to about 25k people...needless to say it was all sorts of awkward, but thats another story for another time. Anyhoo...I love robes!(My awesome view from my room in Miami)(The view from the hotel's private beach....cause THAT happens)It's pretty awesome to get to see everyone at the top of their game. Everyone in this team comes in ready to work hard, do their thing, and then celebrate just as passionately. I dig the pace of it all. And I think I'm going to like it here. I feel like Annie just moved into Mr. Warbucks' place and having a look around.(My view of soundcheck in Jamaica, mon!)While I was at the hotel in Jamaica, I saw these two chicks playing pool. My dar went into overdrive. I said to myself, I says 'Self...I spy homosexuals.' And Self agreed with me. But we were in Jamaica which isn't very lezzy friendly, AND I didn't wanna just walk up to them and say "LESBIANS!...welcome." No, this wasn't Weho, after all. So I did what any self-respecting gay blogger would have done: I walked up to them and I said 'If I said 'Shane is my homegirl,' would it mean anything to you?" They paused...stared at me for a while--enough time for me to be frightened even though they were a good 6 inches shorter than me and I could TOTALLY outrun them--and then one of them said, "HELL YEAH IT WOULD!" and we all hugged. It was awesome!! I recommend it as an icebreaker at your local deli or Jamaican hotel situation.Oh and did I mention everyone is British?? Well, not everyone. But like...more than half of the people I deal with are incredibly English and it rocks my world. Here are background singers Annabel and Jodie. The girls were drinking TEA. Can't make this stuff up!Not sure what's on the horizon for February and the rest of 2012, but I do know it will be filled with experiences I've never had before, new friends, hard work, hard play, and more robes than you can shake a robe at!
A Glimpse of Gay Pride in the 1950s
ONE National Gay & Lesbian Archives shares a rare glimpse at gay life in the 1950s in honor of LGBT Pride month.
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New Flower Service
As workmen begin installing the flowers for the Prince William and Catherine Middleton's Royal wedding, uur friends at The Garden Party Flower Service launched a new Flower Service today at http://www.thegardenparty.co.uk/ Head over and take a look.
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View Australian Queer News on the web at Gay News Blog
US takes gay rights global, despite unsure welcome
With gay pride parades taking place in many cities across the world this weekend, the U.S. role will be more visible than ever.
WATCH: Pat Sajak Makes Grand Gaffe with Gay Contestant
During a recent episode of Wheel of Fortune, the right-wing host asked a gay contestant about the woman he plans to marry.
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Assisted-living complex to serve desert and #39;s gay seniors
A new residential complex designed to cater to the needs and issues of LGBT seniors is expected to open this summer in Palm Springs. (RT @SerenaWorthy: Palm Springs market-rate assisted-living complex designed with #LGBT elders in mind.
Sunday, June 29, 2014
In the Pit
Leather labors of love
All over the country leather people are competing for local titles so that they may represent their communities at home and also at international contests next year. Producing a contest is an expensive and time consuming labor of love but the leather women of San Diego have found an ingenious way to raise funds and put a little camp into a community that sometimes takes itself way too seriously. Next Saturday, October 9th is the thirteenth annual Butch Revue which will benefit the charities of the Sisters of Perpetual Indulgence and SD Leather Pride. Former Ms. World Leather and producer of Ms San Diego Leather, Annie Romano is the founder of the Butch Revue which was initially a fundraiser for her travel fund when she ran for IMsL in 1998 during her reign a…
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All over the country leather people are competing for local titles so that they may represent their communities at home and also at international contests next year. Producing a contest is an expensive and time consuming labor of love but the leather women of San Diego have found an ingenious way to raise funds and put a little camp into a community that sometimes takes itself way too seriously. Next Saturday, October 9th is the thirteenth annual Butch Revue which will benefit the charities of the Sisters of Perpetual Indulgence and SD Leather Pride. Former Ms. World Leather and producer of Ms San Diego Leather, Annie Romano is the founder of the Butch Revue which was initially a fundraiser for her travel fund when she ran for IMsL in 1998 during her reign a…
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Proud to Run on June 28
Proud To Run—a 10K run and 5K run and walk that celebrates LGBTQIA pride—will take place Saturday, June 28.
6 Relatively Simple Things that will make your Relationship Awesome
It's the little things that matter, right? Well here are six little things that you can do in your relationship to make a BIG difference. Why not do all six this week?...Read Full Post
NEW LUXURY MAGAZINE LAUNCHING TO CELEBRATE and INSPIRE LGBT DREAM WEDDINGS
WEST TISBURY, Mass. (May 12, 2014) -- Set to publish in Spring 2014, EQL Destinations for Weddings is expected to fill a huge void in the wedding magazine category. Thanks in large part to an advanced social media outreach, EQL is already receiving applause from the LGBT community for the magazine?s efforts to address the specific event planning needs of newly betrothed Lesbian and Gay couples.
It's in Writing
It's official... she loves me. She put it in writing on a bathroom wall. Did I mention that I love bad girls?
Take a voyage to the land of self-discovery
SAN DIEGO, California -- Author, teacher and instructor of both Kripalu and Anusara yoga, life coach and nutritionist are just a few of the hats Danny Arguetty wears on a day-to-day basis.
He definitely leads a full life, to say the least, and he will be in San Diego, presenting Inner Quest: a revolutionary voyage of self-discovery for gay, bi and queer men on Aug. 1-3.
Danny Arguetty's retreat, "Inner Quest: a revolutionary voyage of self-discovery for gay, bi and queer men," is coming to San Diego.
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He definitely leads a full life, to say the least, and he will be in San Diego, presenting Inner Quest: a revolutionary voyage of self-discovery for gay, bi and queer men on Aug. 1-3.
Danny Arguetty's retreat, "Inner Quest: a revolutionary voyage of self-discovery for gay, bi and queer men," is coming to San Diego.
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Saturday, June 28, 2014
Wis. GOP Candidate: Marriage Equality Will Lead to Sibling Marriages
If the law allows same-sex marriage, siblings will try to marry each other, claims a Wisconsin congressional hopeful.
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Meet the First Gay Couple Legally Wed in Australia
Australia's conservative prime minister sees no problem with same-sex Aussies marrying inside British Consulate offices in Australia.
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Changent Cate Cameron
My friend, amazing photographer Cate Cameron, was selected for an initiative Proctor and Gamble is working on called Children's Safe Drinking Water. She just shipped off to NYC and will then be heading to an area of Haiti within Zone Code 4 (No Travel Advised), where she will be connecting and photographing with some of the world's poorest people in relation to access to clean water.She is writing a blog about her life altering adventure and you can follow it here: http://givehealth.changents.com/cate-cameron
Why gay families lag straight families on retirement savings
Same-sex couples with kids lag behind their heterosexual peers in funding retirement savings accounts, found an Allianz study released this week.
Gay and lesbian couples with kids had an average of $210,700 in their retirement accounts, compared with $251,100 for heterosexual couples with children. (Meanwhile same-sex families without kids lapped both groups, with $310,700.)
Gay and lesbian couples with kids had an average of $210,700 in their retirement accounts, compared with $251,100 for heterosexual couples with children. (Meanwhile same-sex families without kids lapped both groups, with $310,700.)
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Gay and lesbian couples with kids had an average of $210,700 in their retirement accounts, compared with $251,100 for heterosexual couples with children. (Meanwhile same-sex families without kids lapped both groups, with $310,700.)
Gay and lesbian couples with kids had an average of $210,700 in their retirement accounts, compared with $251,100 for heterosexual couples with children. (Meanwhile same-sex families without kids lapped both groups, with $310,700.)
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(81) AUDIO: Eva Longoria Lies About Eating Cheetos On Twitter
New mini-podcast, can you believe it?! Haven’t posted in a very long WHILE but had to say something about some of the things we have seen on our Twitter timeline NAMELY Eva Longoria LYING about eating Cheetos! Miss you all terribly and not sure when there will be another podcast but someone had to tackle […]
February 2012 - Life on the Road (and mostly my crib)
Hello hello! So here we are again. I started this special series of blog entries last month (Click here for Jan. 2012) and am happy to report that...well there is more to report. I have *words* to say about February which means the clock hasn't yet struck midnight on this little fairy tale I'm living.(My friend Adriana and I doin' a faux prom pic in the middle of a hotel in LA a few days ago. That's normal, right? Oh and although it definitely looks like it, she is NOT in love with me. Totally looks like it, though, doesn't it. Sheesh, no means no, lady!)Now don't get me wrong: the job I have (like I'm sure it is for most of you reading this) is a LOT of hard work. Truly. It's mentally and physically challenging and there are a VAGILLION moving parts and lots of high stakes gigs/days. But the good news is that I LOVE that sort of energy. I love high stakes. I love having a ton of responsibility and people looking to me for answers. I love still having so many questions, and being a sponge, soaking it all up each and every day. Cause I know one day I will be jaded. One day this will just be a J.O.B. I hope that doesn't happen for several decades and that when it DOES happen, I'm somewhere on a jetpack and it won't matter anyway:) So the point is, I don't take a minute of this for granted.And while January was chock full of gigs and jetsetting and ROBES (see link above), February was relatively quiet until the veeery end. I spent most of February in Houston working on a few things from home, watching Criminal Intent marathons, and gaining SO much weight all throughout and about my person. I also came across some old photo prints that I did years ago in a dark room and it really has me inspired to pursue photography more seriously than ever before.(My brother Alfred, hand printed)(This chick that used to work at my favorite restaurant in Dallas, Mother Mesquite's, hand printed)The last week in Feb, I got a call that we would have to fly to LA the very next day for a big CeeLo show in Hollywood. We spent a few days in rehearsal...(The band playing during rehearsals)...and I spent a few minutes staring at this sign that I came across...(No biggie, just where my wife Katharine Mcphee's mom teaches and coaches American Idol contestants and others, and where my wife got her chops back in the day. Yep. I was able to *go to there*.)SO, speeeeaking of women named after felines who I am married to, did you guys catch when my other wife Cat Deeley retweeted me in Feb? No? I'll show you:That was cool, right? Know whats even cooler? Days later when I find out that Cat Deeley not only has great taste in food, tweets, and Arlans, but she ALSO says yes to the best gigs. She HOSTED the show we did in Hollywood! Good thing I didn't realize this until the night before the show, or I'm pretty sure I would have hyperventilated days earlier and wouldn't have been able to make it to the show at all. All tolled, I spent about 6 hours in Ms. Deeley's tall, luxurious, babe-alicious presence, and I can tell you this: the woman is HOT, friendly, DAMN good at her job, and an overall pleasant individual to be around. Unfortunately I did not get to redeem myself and ask for her hand in marriage, because she's a lady and I'm a professional...aaand truth be told, anytime she'd look in my general direction, I'd giggle and turn into a bowl of jello. But next time, I'll be rock solid, my friends. ROCK. SOLID.(My view of part of soundcheck at Hollywood and Highland. New artist 'V' was preparing for her incredible duet with CeeLo. She sounded great!)You can see pics from the red carpet and the show itself HERE!So thats a wrap for February 2012. I now return you to your regularly scheduled Daily Lesbian Moment blog:) See you again a few days into April where hopefully there will be even more to report. Shenanigans, I tell you. Pure shenanigans!- (Click here for Jan. 2012 blog entry)
Dutch and #39;gay-only village and #39; hoax fools press
Dutch media have hit out after the authorities in a southern city took part in an elaborate hoax announcing the construction of a "gay-only" village.
LGBTs Share Home Front Stories from WWII
LGBTs and allies gathered recently at the Rosie the Riveter museum and included, from left, Bev Hickok, a "Rosie"; her caretaker, Hannah Martine; Selwyn Jones, who served as army intelligence in WWII; historian Donna Graves; park ranger Elizabeth Tucker; Jeffery Dickemann, who served as a WAC in WWII; and historian and photographer Cathy Cade It ... (more)
Friday, June 27, 2014
Hotels in Phoenix Arizona that are Gay Friendly
This is a list of gay friendly hotels in the phoenix Arizona area that cater to gay males and couples looking to spend a night relaxing or partying. Rainbow Casita Tropical gay guest house retreat Central Phoenix – 2707 N 20th Ave , Phoenix, AZ ZenYard Guest House Zen out 830 E Maryland Ave , […]
(31) But Do You Have Gas?
Fill-er-Up, Stem Cells, Where In The World Are Our Senators?, St. Clare’s the Molesters, Andy Can Kiss What I Twist and I Don’t Mean My Wrist, Schools Out, Sinus Dreams, Out With The Netti-Pot and In with Hydro Pulse … http://www.hydromedonline.com
(39) Tatooed Atom Smashers & 13 Bisexual Lesbotrons
Vladimir is Displeased w/the Bing Bang, Aries Discrimination, Lesbian Mafia Tattoos, Sex Addiction, *Guest *Heide* (formerly of Chaos Radio) and Her Dream Life, Houseboy Slaves, Dominatrixes Make Strange Lovers, 13 Types of Bisexuality – Which One Are You? *Guest: *Reap* of Pulse Talk Radio�talks Black Holes & San Fran … Lesbian Mafia Apparel: http://thelesbianmafia.spreadshirt.com Voice […]
(62) Intrvw w/ Playboy Bunny Stephanie Adams
After reading about Playboy’s first out “lesbian” centerfold, Stephanie Adams, “switching teams” on page 6 of the New York Post, we decided to give her a call (before we ripped her hair out, meh heh heh!) to hear her side of the story. http://stephanieadams.com http://www.GODDESSY.com We would also (again) like to thank Hadas B. for […]
SF Pride 2010
It's been almost a week since SF Pride and I think I'm just recovering now. Wow, what a fun and fantastic time. For the first time since we've been writing for them, Curve magazine had a float in the San Francisco Pride parade. I was so excited when I got the call. Did I want to ride on the float? Are you kidding me? I wouldn't miss it!But before Sunday and the parade began, I had a lot of other partying to get through. I arrived in SF Friday morning. I spend the afternoon with my friends, before heading over to the Olivia/Curve comedy night show with Dana Goldberg, Julie Goldman, Sandra Valls and Gina Yashere. I ran into many friends from past Olivia trips and laughed my little a** off. Then it was off to Tease to dance the night away. Perhaps I should have started pacing myself earlier. I had to be up early the next morning to join my friends over in Delores Park because I was helping out on stage at the Dyke March. My good friend Retts is stage manager and I volunteered to help out with stage crew. From noon until 7pm or so, we hustled ladies and dykes on and off the stage. Drummers and poets and politicians and singers and drag kings. What a lot of fun! I got to say hi to old friend Alix Dobkin and meet one of my butch Role Models, Phranc. The only bummer is we were wrapping things up at the stage and I missed the beginning of the march. The Dykes on Bikes. You know how Dipstick loves the Dykes on Bikes.After a quick dinner and outfit change, it was time to head out for more dancing with Curve and Olivia. This time over at the Olivia headquarters where I got to hang out with new friends: Mikey from The Real L Word and Top Chef Josie. But the big thrill of the night was when a tall woman came up to me and said, "Hi, I'm Sheri Sam." As in, Sheri Sam, the amazing WNBA star. If there's one thing Dipstick likes better than Dykes on Bikes, it's women's basketball. What an amazing day this was turning out to be. Lord knows what time it was by the time I got home to bed. And we had to meet at some corner at 10:15 am for the float. When I finally found the corner, I found the Curve ladies frantically gluing tissue paper and glitter to the Curve float. I grabbed a staple gun and got right to work.I love coming down to San Francisco for Curve events, because I get to meet other Curve contributors, like the amazing photographer Cheryl Mazak and blogger Queerie Bradshaw. And of course, any time I get to hang out with Curve publisher Franco Stevens, it's a good day. Once the float was together, we relaxed a bit, practiced our butchest parade wave and watched all the beautiful people stroll by. After about two hours of waiting, finally it was our turn! Our big cupcake float pulled out onto the street and the crowds were deafening. Our onboard DJ spun some old school Michael Jackson and of course, Pussy Cat Dolls. I waved and blew bubbles and looked for people I knew in the crowd while the ground crew handed out magazines to the crowd. The sun was out. We were happy and gay. And too quickly, it was over. I headed back to my hotel room to rest up, because, no, oh no, there was still much more partying to be done. Met some new friends for Happy Hour, old friends for dinner and then we all went to see Red Hot Blues Sisters play in a small club downtown. I stayed in San Francisco an extra day. I planned on spending some time hanging out and seeing the city. Instead, I got a late check-out from my hotel, met a friend for lunch and took the shuttle to the airport.You can see why it took me so long to recover. I'm not as young as I once was. But still, Pride in San Francisco never gets old.
Huge Advances for Gay Marriage in an Eventful 'Post-DOMA' Year
Adam Shoffner, right, shouts his joy after he married Daniel Tolliver, left, as Marion County Clerk Beth White looks on as same sex couple continued to be married for the second day in Indianapolis, One year ago, the U.S. Supreme Court issued a pair of landmark rulings, one striking down the statute that denied federal recognition to same-sex ... (more)
COMEDY BODEGA : Thursday night comedy club in San Francisco
COMEDY BODEGA : Thursday night comedy club in San Francisco.
Thursday, June 26, 2014
Nhojj Raising Funds for LGBT Center in Guyana
(12-07-13) -- The Christmas holidays are a special time of giving, and in the true spirit of this holiday season award winning singer-songwriter-activist Nhojj has launched a campaign to build an LGBT Center in Guyana. As a vehicle for this campaign Nhojj is using GoFundMe, an easy way for people to donate online.
How serious are you?
If your partner found out she was sick would you stick by her? Would you have her back through the rough times of her sickness? What if she was incurable? Would you move on or stay to help? Turning into … Continue reading →
Dutch and #39;gay-only village and #39; hoax fools press
Dutch media have hit out after the authorities in a southern city took part in an elaborate hoax announcing the construction of a "gay-only" village.
It's in Writing
It's official... she loves me. She put it in writing on a bathroom wall. Did I mention that I love bad girls?
(22) Tumult, Love Lesbian Style and Whorey Moments
Valentine’s Stressors, Infidels, Long Term Love, The Lesbian Moment of Truth, Whorey Moments, Lesbian Bed Death?
Wednesday, June 25, 2014
(39) Tatooed Atom Smashers & 13 Bisexual Lesbotrons
Vladimir is Displeased w/the Bing Bang, Aries Discrimination, Lesbian Mafia Tattoos, Sex Addiction, *Guest *Heide* (formerly of Chaos Radio) and Her Dream Life, Houseboy Slaves, Dominatrixes Make Strange Lovers, 13 Types of Bisexuality – Which One Are You? *Guest: *Reap* of Pulse Talk Radio�talks Black Holes & San Fran … Lesbian Mafia Apparel: http://thelesbianmafia.spreadshirt.com Voice […]
The spark that ignited the flame…that led future GLBT generations out of the dark
What a list we have this year for the fifth anniversary of GLBT History Month. It would be impossible to cover all of those who have done so much for our community as every day we make history through our actions, even the smallest and simplest ones. Those who are honored this year are some of the more high profile GLBT’s that have, either in the past or present, found the strength, courage and will to help drive our rights forward. Each and every one of them should be honored and are worthy of our attention.
But without taking away from those we are honoring where is the sixteen year old who came out against all the odds and made something of himself giving back to his community at the same time? Is he not part of our history, or does he not count a…
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But without taking away from those we are honoring where is the sixteen year old who came out against all the odds and made something of himself giving back to his community at the same time? Is he not part of our history, or does he not count a…
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Michfest Dirty Girl
I spent a fabulous week under the sun and stars at Michfest and recorded some tales by the fire pit. Click link below to hear my 15 minute podcast. The Sound Of Marga
LGBT music groups help Russian youths with 'Beautiful' project
This month, LGBTQ communities and their allies across Illinois are celebrating a major step forward in the achievement of equality. Spectator numbers for the Chicago Pride Parade have grown exponentially with each passing year alongside the exuberance of LGBTQ participants and the number of companies, churches and political figures walking in solidarity with them.
The Dinah 2011: Day One
After fourteen hours of being airborne and being not so airborne in the longest layover ever at LAX, I finally touched down in Palm Springs at 7:30 PT last night and raced over to the comedy show at the Riviera, which was already in progress. 90 degrees, clear skies, palms trees lining the streets.
Chicago's Hotel Palomar Creates Gay Pride Package
Chicago's hip and gay-popular Hotel Palomar, which is part of the exceptional Kimpton boutique hotel brand, is offering a special deal and cheeky welcome to those visiting during the Chicago Gay Pride Festival this year. Good for stays from June 19 through June 23, the Palomar Pride package contains the following perks: guests receive 10% off the best available rate (the hotel will donate the difference to the Red Ribbon Campaign); a $30 beverage credit at the sleek and sexy Sable Kitchen & Bar; an "Essential Hangover Kit"; and a late checkout. It's a pretty fun and reasonably priced way to experience one of the city's most stylish accommodations during one of the Midwest's premier events.
Tuesday, June 24, 2014
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Fried chicken chain KFC said a franchised restaurant in Mississippi has hired an investigator to look into claims that an employee asked a 3-year-old girl and family members to leave because injuries she suffered... Fried chicken chain KFC said an outside investigator for a franchised restaurant in Mississippi has completed an investigation into ... (more)
Op-ed: Are You Full Blown Gay Yet?
After being asked so often whether bisexuality is just a phase, this writer has had enough.
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Lesbian News - 09 Apr 2014
?Independence Day? director shooting film about Stonewall riotsLabour MP: Ministers are ignoring the problem of gay conversion therapyJames Arthur reportedly dropped by Simon's label after homophobic, terrorist lyrics row
Boston?s LGBTQ people of color take Pride in health
The New York Times last December came out with a front-page article on HIV/AIDS among African-American and Latino ?men who have sex with men.?
And its opening words were both shocking and unsparing: ?The AIDS epidemic in America is rapidly becoming concentrated among poor, young black and Hispanic men who have sex with men.?
While it might seem odd that LGBTQ people of color would prefer going to a school gym or a Pride picnic for health check-ups and information than to a hospital, the reasons are unfortunately rooted in the systemic healthcare disparities due not only to race discrimination, but also to gender identity and sexual orientation as well.
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And its opening words were both shocking and unsparing: ?The AIDS epidemic in America is rapidly becoming concentrated among poor, young black and Hispanic men who have sex with men.?
While it might seem odd that LGBTQ people of color would prefer going to a school gym or a Pride picnic for health check-ups and information than to a hospital, the reasons are unfortunately rooted in the systemic healthcare disparities due not only to race discrimination, but also to gender identity and sexual orientation as well.
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(53) Skeleton Closet Confessions
8 minute Mash-up, Then Nikki Guest Hosts and says it’s show 54 but don’t listen to her it’s #53; ate mail from God?/Yeshua; Aimless feminists; and answer listener inquiries from show 52 re: (Sandi’s) run in with a past flame’s ex-hubby a few weeks ago and we both confess a few skeletons in our closets […]
Kokumo Kinetic reported missing; reportedly found
This story has been updated; Kokumo has reportedly been found and she is safe.
Monday, June 23, 2014
RGOD2: One thing you can do to celebrate Pride this month
In the 1980s at the LA Gay and Lesbian Center, peer education programs were hot. We trained young people to provide education, support and a network to LGBT youth in many Los Angeles schools. It was a simple solution to a complex problem ?the rising tide of runaways and throwaways on the streets of Hollywood who inevitably ended up in survival prostitution.
For only $60, you could provide peer education to an LGBT advocate in Uganda. This would be a magnanimous gift for Pride Month.
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For only $60, you could provide peer education to an LGBT advocate in Uganda. This would be a magnanimous gift for Pride Month.
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AMA adopts new policy on gender-change requirements
In a sweeping move, the American Medical Association AMA has rejected gender-affirmation surgery as a requirement for transgender individuals to update their birth certificates.
Dining, Drinks & Desserts
The “ZIO’S EXPERIENCE” with 4 lovely lesbians
Greetings everyone, hope your week is going well. What a week in our busy world! The Senate did not pass DADT. The Republicans decided to start running on platforms which the Democrats created and former President Bill Clinton had some great words of advice for President Obama. Sometimes truth is stranger than fiction!
This week my guests were 4 lovely lesbians, Christina our Editor, her partner Alice and their friends Joergie and Neally.
We selected ZIO’S Italian Restaurant on El Cajon Blvd in North Park. When I arrived, owner Darren James greeted me with his warm embrace and handshake. We have chatted several times on Facebook and this was our actual first time meeting in person.
My ladies had not yet arrived so I asked Darren to give me a tour of…
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Greetings everyone, hope your week is going well. What a week in our busy world! The Senate did not pass DADT. The Republicans decided to start running on platforms which the Democrats created and former President Bill Clinton had some great words of advice for President Obama. Sometimes truth is stranger than fiction!
This week my guests were 4 lovely lesbians, Christina our Editor, her partner Alice and their friends Joergie and Neally.
We selected ZIO’S Italian Restaurant on El Cajon Blvd in North Park. When I arrived, owner Darren James greeted me with his warm embrace and handshake. We have chatted several times on Facebook and this was our actual first time meeting in person.
My ladies had not yet arrived so I asked Darren to give me a tour of…
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An interview with Monica Fontanoza, Army Reservist
Being that she was displaced as a youth, it took her many years to find herself and realize her potential. She joined the Sheriff’s Department in 2006 and later joined the Army Reserves in 2008. Her relationship at that time had gone sour after she signed the contract because her ex did not agree with gays in the service. However Monica disagreed and felt it was an honor to represent GLBT people anyway and anywhere she could.
Monica went on to become a Civil Affairs Specialist and fell in love with it, realizing that there are people out there with integrity and compassion for others. Fortunately for her she says, they are the men and women she gladly serves with.
Monica’s partner Vanessa was a firefighter in the Navy. She felt a sense of du…
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Monica went on to become a Civil Affairs Specialist and fell in love with it, realizing that there are people out there with integrity and compassion for others. Fortunately for her she says, they are the men and women she gladly serves with.
Monica’s partner Vanessa was a firefighter in the Navy. She felt a sense of du…
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ADOPT ME! Take Baby Kitty home!
Baby Kitty is a tabby-brown and white-colored short-haired cat. She is 10 year old and has been spayed.
How I arrived at SDHS
I was brought in by my previous owner, due to that they were unable to care for my needs any longer.
During my stay
I have become more social with each passing day; once my caregivers have gotten to know me, they have discovered that I am a friendly, easy-going, and lovable cat.
Why I am the one for you
Baby Kitty is a tabby-brown and white-colored short-haired cat. She is 10 year old and has been spayed.
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How I arrived at SDHS
I was brought in by my previous owner, due to that they were unable to care for my needs any longer.
During my stay
I have become more social with each passing day; once my caregivers have gotten to know me, they have discovered that I am a friendly, easy-going, and lovable cat.
Why I am the one for you
Baby Kitty is a tabby-brown and white-colored short-haired cat. She is 10 year old and has been spayed.
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Sunday, June 22, 2014
Out and About
Friday, October 8
Now in its 20th smash season, The Mystery Cafe proudly carries on their legacy as San Diego’s longest running dinner theater. Join them for a night of the most informal dining fun San Diego has to offer. Enjoy a four course meal, solve a mystery, be a part of the show, and laugh yourself silly! Bring the family and friends and enjoy an evening of hilarious, non-stop action, great food and good old fashioned FUN...you never know, you might get to be part of the act! 8:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m. Mystery Café is located at 505 Kalmia St., San Diego, 92101 Tickets - $59.50 which includes 4 course meal, show and tax. Gratuity not included. For more information call the Mystery Cafe Box Office (619) 460-2200 or visit www.mysterycafe.net
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Now in its 20th smash season, The Mystery Cafe proudly carries on their legacy as San Diego’s longest running dinner theater. Join them for a night of the most informal dining fun San Diego has to offer. Enjoy a four course meal, solve a mystery, be a part of the show, and laugh yourself silly! Bring the family and friends and enjoy an evening of hilarious, non-stop action, great food and good old fashioned FUN...you never know, you might get to be part of the act! 8:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m. Mystery Café is located at 505 Kalmia St., San Diego, 92101 Tickets - $59.50 which includes 4 course meal, show and tax. Gratuity not included. For more information call the Mystery Cafe Box Office (619) 460-2200 or visit www.mysterycafe.net
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THEATER REVIEW Grounded
Playwright: George Brandt. At: American Blues at the Greenhouse, 2257 N. Lincoln Ave. Tickets: 773-404-7336; www.americanbluestheater.com; $19-$49. Runs through: July 13
Congressman Sean Patrick Maloney Marries His Partner of 22 Years
The proposal happened in December after their youngest child asked Santa to make her dads get hitched.
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Pa. Methodist pastor appeals his defrocking
A United Methodist pastor on Friday asked a church appeals panel to overturn a decision to defrock him for refusing to promise to uphold the church's law, which bans ministers from performing same-sex marriages.
(36) Bernie & LINDSAY the Lezzy?
Bernie, Isaac, LINDSAY the Lezzy Trash-Talk, to Drill or Not to Drill, Hydrogen Cars, 12 Steppin’ Gift Bags, Word of the Day – Tourniquette, Why Don’t they Fall? Not Even Science Can Conclude and More Bernie … This show is dedicated to the late great, Bernie Mac.
Saturday, June 21, 2014
The Taste Buds visit new site of Caf�21 in the Gaslamp
San Diego Gay & Lesbian News has a regular dining-out column written by The Taste Buds, SDGLN's resident foodies. Today's review is by Sweet and Salty, who plan to keep their identity the best-kept secret in San Diego.
Caf�21: 802 Fifth Ave., San Diego, CA 92101
Call: 619-795-0721
Open 8 am to 11 pm Sunday through Thursday and 8 am to midnight Friday and Saturday.
Visit the Caf�21 website HERE, where you can make a reservation online, check out the menu and find out more information.
Caf�21 moves up a block on Fifth Avenue in the Gaslamp Quarter, transforming the former Croce?s site into a warm and inviting restaurant with floor-to-ceiling windows, high ceilings, a spacious bar separated from the main dining room, and outdoor dining perfect for people watching.
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Caf�21: 802 Fifth Ave., San Diego, CA 92101
Call: 619-795-0721
Open 8 am to 11 pm Sunday through Thursday and 8 am to midnight Friday and Saturday.
Visit the Caf�21 website HERE, where you can make a reservation online, check out the menu and find out more information.
Caf�21 moves up a block on Fifth Avenue in the Gaslamp Quarter, transforming the former Croce?s site into a warm and inviting restaurant with floor-to-ceiling windows, high ceilings, a spacious bar separated from the main dining room, and outdoor dining perfect for people watching.
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Sexually attracted to women, but romantically attracted to men?
So I've always been attracted to both genders. But I get strong crushes mostly on men. However, unfortunately I'm mainly sexually attracted to women. I thought maybe it wasn't a big deal, but I really can't orgasm without thinking of myself with a woman. This sucks because I haven't ever met a woman that really gave me the butterflies the way men do. What the hell am I supposed to do relationship-wise? I like sex with men. I don't find them unattractive. I think their bodies can look good. But I almost never fantasize about them. And when I need to get off, it's always a woman that I think about. Typical sex with me =him getting me off with fingers or mouth while I lie back with my eyes closed and think of a woman. Then we have regular intercourse and he gets off. The more I think about it, the more messed up it sounds. I might not even be bisexual, just totally a lesbian maybe?
The last relationship was so great in every way except and I really felt love towards him. But during a disagreement we both confessed we weren't sexually attracted to each other and had been imagining other people to get off the whole time. And then we broke up. I feel like I don't want that to happen again because it makes me really sad.
But on the romantic side I meet women who are attractive to me, but I don't get really strong butterflies in my stomach like I have with some men. I really like being around men and dating men and hugging and cuddling with men. I guess it might be the same with women, but I haven't progressed very far. I don't know how to get that far if I'm not getting strong crushes, but I wonder how much of this is colored by my conservative Christian upbringing.
Once my parents found out of I was looking at women online and I was subject to a lot of abuse about it. Also growing up the women in my family were all pretty abusive towards me and it was men who were my allies. I was also told growing up that being gay is caused by sexual abuse and I think it's possible I was sexually abused by a female relative, something I'm exploring with my therapist. I know it's not true, but it's still something that crosses my mind Most of my friends have also been male. I see a therapist, but maybe I need to find one who specializes in LGBT issues?
I'm also not really sure how to be a lesbian anyway. It seems to involve so much culture I'm not familiar with and I wouldn't know where to start.
I just don't know what kind of relationship someone like me can make work.
The last relationship was so great in every way except and I really felt love towards him. But during a disagreement we both confessed we weren't sexually attracted to each other and had been imagining other people to get off the whole time. And then we broke up. I feel like I don't want that to happen again because it makes me really sad.
But on the romantic side I meet women who are attractive to me, but I don't get really strong butterflies in my stomach like I have with some men. I really like being around men and dating men and hugging and cuddling with men. I guess it might be the same with women, but I haven't progressed very far. I don't know how to get that far if I'm not getting strong crushes, but I wonder how much of this is colored by my conservative Christian upbringing.
Once my parents found out of I was looking at women online and I was subject to a lot of abuse about it. Also growing up the women in my family were all pretty abusive towards me and it was men who were my allies. I was also told growing up that being gay is caused by sexual abuse and I think it's possible I was sexually abused by a female relative, something I'm exploring with my therapist. I know it's not true, but it's still something that crosses my mind Most of my friends have also been male. I see a therapist, but maybe I need to find one who specializes in LGBT issues?
I'm also not really sure how to be a lesbian anyway. It seems to involve so much culture I'm not familiar with and I wouldn't know where to start.
I just don't know what kind of relationship someone like me can make work.
We've Moved Our Blog -- Kind Of
Hi Faithful FriendsDipstick and I have been pretty lax this summer blogging--our apologies. We've been busy enjoying the sunshine and good friends. We have some exciting news, though. Our blog is moving over to Curve Magazine's website. We will be posting over there now most of the time. You can follow us here: http://www.curvemag.com/See the arrow for direction.(You'll also notice Dipstick's purdy mug on there, too, so be sure to watch that video of her from the Olivia cruise on their home page.)We will continue posting important events and information here, so don't delete us off your RSS or your favorites page.Our first blog on Curve's page will be up today or tomorrow.We heart you.
Letters to the Editor
Letter to the editor:
Last night I attended the Hillcrest Town Council to listen to Todd Gloria, Carl DeMaio, debate Prop D. This was supposed to be an informational forum. Carl DeMaio, it appears, does not understand the word “decorum” as he continuously and viciously attached Todd Gloria, along unions and with the labor movement in general. DeMaio came across as a nasty bully. Probably a carry over from his childhood. Mr. DeMaio was a guest in Todd Gloria’s district but proceeded in his usually manner - that of an attach dog DeMaio periodally rolled his eyes or made faces behind Councilman Gloria’s back while the councilman spoke on the subject. DeMaio was plan rude and owes Councilman an apology.
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Last night I attended the Hillcrest Town Council to listen to Todd Gloria, Carl DeMaio, debate Prop D. This was supposed to be an informational forum. Carl DeMaio, it appears, does not understand the word “decorum” as he continuously and viciously attached Todd Gloria, along unions and with the labor movement in general. DeMaio came across as a nasty bully. Probably a carry over from his childhood. Mr. DeMaio was a guest in Todd Gloria’s district but proceeded in his usually manner - that of an attach dog DeMaio periodally rolled his eyes or made faces behind Councilman Gloria’s back while the councilman spoke on the subject. DeMaio was plan rude and owes Councilman an apology.
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Community News
County wide show of equality for San Diego LGBT Pride’s Equality Torch Relay on October 10
Participants of San Diego LGBT Pride’s second annual Equality Torch Relay will simultaneously deliver the message of LGBT equality to all corners of San Diego County, from 9 a.m. to 1:30 p.m., Sunday, October 10. Team leaders and participants will carry banners and symbolic torches past dozens of landmarks and government buildings along routes that include San Diego city districts 1 through 8, as well as municipalities in East County, North County and South Bay.
The event culminates with a closing ceremony sponsored by VONS, from 1:30 to 3 p.m., the same day, in The Center’s auditorium, 3909 Centre St. It will feature live entertainment, free refres…
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Participants of San Diego LGBT Pride’s second annual Equality Torch Relay will simultaneously deliver the message of LGBT equality to all corners of San Diego County, from 9 a.m. to 1:30 p.m., Sunday, October 10. Team leaders and participants will carry banners and symbolic torches past dozens of landmarks and government buildings along routes that include San Diego city districts 1 through 8, as well as municipalities in East County, North County and South Bay.
The event culminates with a closing ceremony sponsored by VONS, from 1:30 to 3 p.m., the same day, in The Center’s auditorium, 3909 Centre St. It will feature live entertainment, free refres…
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Indie singer/songwriter Craymo releases a retro rock love song, Love You More, that gets the party started!
(06-06-14) -- The feel good song of the year! One of those songs that instantly transports you to another world for three minutes of dancing, singing along and having fun. Inspired by the sounds of early Beatles, Everly Brothers, Elvis Presley and The Romantics, it's a retro rock song of love, co-written by Craymo, for his partner of 20 years.
Make Oregon State #18 to Legalize Same-Sex Marriage
I have to admit, it's been hard to sit here in Oregon and watch state after state legalize same-sex marriage, when I knew my state was one of the ones with a Constitutional Ban on against it. But finally today, a federal judge has ruled that to ban same-sex couples from marrying violates their constitutional rights. Yay Oregon!...Read Full Post
Friday, June 20, 2014
Anti-gay March for Marriage proves to be a big flop
WASHINGTON, DC -- The massive March for Marriage promised for today in Washington, DC proved to be nothing but a fizzle.
Organized by the anti-gay hate group the National Organization for Marriage (NOM) and featuring other homophobic groups and known hate leaders, the rally and march attracted hundreds of angry people, sounding helpless and desperate about their cause to defend "traditional marriage" during a tipping point in history where poll after poll shows that Americans are solidly behind LGBT equality.
The massive March for Marriage promised for today in Washington, DC proved to be nothing but a fizzle.
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Organized by the anti-gay hate group the National Organization for Marriage (NOM) and featuring other homophobic groups and known hate leaders, the rally and march attracted hundreds of angry people, sounding helpless and desperate about their cause to defend "traditional marriage" during a tipping point in history where poll after poll shows that Americans are solidly behind LGBT equality.
The massive March for Marriage promised for today in Washington, DC proved to be nothing but a fizzle.
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Luxembourg same-sex couples to gain marriage, adoption rights
Luxembourg legislators on Wednesday approved a bill to grant marriage equality and adoption rights to LGBT couples. -More-
Phelps relative poses for NOH8; gay groups back Crist
Libby Phelps, granddaughter of the late Westboro Baptist Church founder Fred Phelps, has posed for the NOH8 campaign, according to Frontiers LA. Phelps left the notorious church in 2009, and has joined a number of other ex-members in condemning the organization. Lauren Drain, another former member, also posed for the NOH8 campaign last year, but Libby Phelps is the first member of the Phelps family to have done so. She posted the photo, which has her posing with her baby son Paxton and campaigners from Equality House, on Twitter with the statement, "The message is simple: No hate. We want people to be happy, healthy and hopeful."
Paris to Host Gay Games X in 2018
Organizers and athletes are preparing for Gay Games 9, which will take place this year in Cleveland (the dates are August 9 through August 2014 - I'll be adding a detailed preview of events in the coming weeks). Cleveland joins cities that have included San Francisco, Vancouver, New York, Amsterdam, Sydney, Chicago, and Cologne in hosting this illustrious exhibition and competition. Recently, the host city for Gay Games 10 was announced: the Games will be returning to Europe, to Paris, in 2018. Here's the latest on the efforts Paris is making to prepare for the event.
Jack Mackenroth HIV Role Model
Jack Mackenroth s pretty hunky. Originally from Seattle, this hunk of a man started off life in fashion. He opened his own super trendy fashion store "jack" in the West Village.
Jack is a pretty good swimmer, a reality TV star, AIDs activist and fundraiser and is HIV positive. All round super cool guy!
Gay newsView Australian Queer News on the web at Gay News Blog
Jack is a pretty good swimmer, a reality TV star, AIDs activist and fundraiser and is HIV positive. All round super cool guy!
Gay newsView Australian Queer News on the web at Gay News Blog
Thursday, June 19, 2014
(16) New Year, Same Ol? Foolishness ?
Republican Pizza Pies, Nipple Clamps, Porn Virgins, Naughty Blue Chippers, Ear Piercing Karaoke … does any of it really have any meaning?
Conversations with Nicole
Over 200 cities across America will be celebrating “GLBT Center Awareness Day”. We in San Diego have one of the best community centers in the nation… A big “thank you” to all the Center volunteers, staff and Board!
About Muslim Tolerance
Hey yes, I believe in tolerance and support of Muslim Americans, but I have great concerns with their leaders. Silence…when it comes to the stoning of women in Muslim countries…of murders and killings of gays…of Muslim nations calling for the death of all Jews and the end of Israel …about Muslim countries prohibiting the building of any Christian churches or Jewish synagogues on their lands. Why do American Muslim leaders never speak out on these issues?? Tolerance…
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About Muslim Tolerance
Hey yes, I believe in tolerance and support of Muslim Americans, but I have great concerns with their leaders. Silence…when it comes to the stoning of women in Muslim countries…of murders and killings of gays…of Muslim nations calling for the death of all Jews and the end of Israel …about Muslim countries prohibiting the building of any Christian churches or Jewish synagogues on their lands. Why do American Muslim leaders never speak out on these issues?? Tolerance…
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Getting Stoned
I had a great getaway this past weekend with Kelly and she got to attend her first Joan Jett concert. (pics to come later)Yesterday morning, I was getting ready for class and looking at her laying in bed wearing my t-shirt and looking so damn cute. I said, "I had a great time with you this weekend, baby girl." She smiled and replied, "I know! Do you realize that we did things that we could get stoned to death for in other countries?" I so love her unique outlook on things...
Knight at the Movies: Ten years of KATM; notes
One of the indelible pleasures of having spent 10 years writing movie reviews for Windy City Times is putting together a year-end "Best of" list, something that all film critics look forward to. I have had the additional pleasure of knowing that my list of recommendations really does serve a purpose, as it's the rare list focused solely on LGBT fare or those movies that included important queer characters or themes . But what other kind of list would a queer-film reviewer issue?
(53) Skeleton Closet Confessions
8 minute Mash-up, Then Nikki Guest Hosts and says it’s show 54 but don’t listen to her it’s #53; ate mail from God?/Yeshua; Aimless feminists; and answer listener inquiries from show 52 re: (Sandi’s) run in with a past flame’s ex-hubby a few weeks ago and we both confess a few skeletons in our closets […]
Business Spotlight: Apertivo
2322 El Cajon Blvd.
San Diego CA 92104
619-220-0959
www.apertivo.com
Apertivo Italian Tapas & Wine Bar is a rare commodity in San Diego. An Italian bistro with not only a great menu but a great wine list too. But that alone doesn’t set it apart from the thousands of other Italian restaurants scattered about San Diego. What does set it apart is their amazingly robust menu and their ridiculously low prices.
Apertivo is located in the heart of North Park. Opened in 2004, the original Apertivo began as a traditional Italian eatery specializing in Tapas, or smaller plates. They also began creating a reputation in the community by offering over 40 different wines by the glass at affordable prices.
With a diverse menu, all handmade from the freshe…
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San Diego CA 92104
619-220-0959
www.apertivo.com
Apertivo Italian Tapas & Wine Bar is a rare commodity in San Diego. An Italian bistro with not only a great menu but a great wine list too. But that alone doesn’t set it apart from the thousands of other Italian restaurants scattered about San Diego. What does set it apart is their amazingly robust menu and their ridiculously low prices.
Apertivo is located in the heart of North Park. Opened in 2004, the original Apertivo began as a traditional Italian eatery specializing in Tapas, or smaller plates. They also began creating a reputation in the community by offering over 40 different wines by the glass at affordable prices.
With a diverse menu, all handmade from the freshe…
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Wednesday, June 18, 2014
(72) Master of Intellectassy
Solo Rant. Lots of yelling. Warning: If you are in love with 0bama DO NOT listen to this show and start whining. Just continue shunning us, we love that. Maybe it was the guy who shot the TV at Bristol Palin over Dancing with the Stars who Twittered TLM last night. He tried to school […]
Life: It Just Gets Sweeter
Remember how my grief therapist, Tanya, helped me sort the shit out in my life back last year when my dad was first diagnosed with cancer? She told me that if I would just find the courage to let go of the things that were a source of strife in my life (instead of hoping that they will change), I would make room for new things in my life that would bring me love, peace and joy.That bitch didn't lie.Things have been going well. Really well.It started with just finding peace and solitude with the strife now gone from my house and my life. I could just focus on doing me and being absolutely fantastic on my own. I could have all of my time and energy to myself or share with the people that I wanted to give to, not the people who were demanding and unappreciative of it.Then, I started to meet new people and get involved in volunteering for causes that I care about.Then, I had the sweetest offer from the most beautiful woman to help me find ways to help my dad. Our friendship grew and then, we started to see each other romantically. After all, how could I not be attracted to someone who would spend time trying to help my father get well?Our casual dating took a sudden turn and I even remember the moment: She was spending the night and was in my robe with sexy fuck hair piled into a messy bun and a hot pair of nerdy librarian glasses on. She looked absolutely stunning. One of my besties, Ande, came over and started telling us about her really fun night. I listened to Ande but watched my girl. She smiled as Ande told us whatever she was telling us - I could hardly follow because I could not take my eyes off of this gorgeous creature. She clapped and ran to hug Ande when Ande told us that a guy that she liked asked for her number. She was just so happy because Ande was happy. She derived her joy from the happiness of others and it took my breath away to watch her watch Ande. It was at that moment that I realized that I was in deep. She was no longer a girl I was dating; she was a girl that I now had feelings for. She has been teaching me a lot of spiritual, zen things about energy, reiki, positivity and healing. It has benefited everyone around me, especially my dad. The fact that she is always thinking of ways to improve his cancer battle and helping me and my family shows what an enormous asset she is to my life. There is not a time when I see her that she doesn't have some way to advance one of us in an area that we may struggle with.Example: When she knew I am in the home stretch of finishing my degree (less than 4 month until graduation!), she gave me a necklace with a rune symbol for completion on it to help me finish all of my tasks. Whatever negativity that happens now just rolls off my back and I can't help but to smile and feel happy and positive. When you are happy, you want everyone else to be, too. It's a great feeling!My new sweetheart could not be more positive and each day that I know her better, I feel incredibly fortunate to have her in my life at this place during this time.Oh, and these little quotes on this post? These are things that she has sent to me - I get them on a daily basis. She is always loving, always encouraging, always positive and always ready to pour herself out for other people. I am SO glad I followed the advice of my therapist by clearing out the negative things in my life to make room for the positive ones. It took some time and effort but making those decisions about what stayed and what had to go were the smartest decisions I ever made...
Feels like I'm 15 again
I'm in my early thirties, bisexual/queer and just ended a decade-long relationship with a cisgendered man. I'm starting to date women but haven't had sex with a woman in a decade and didn't have a lot of experience even then. I have always been a visible part of the LGBT community and most people assume I'm a lesbian, which makes people think I have more sexual experience with women than I do. I'm basically nervous about not knowing what to do anymore and being bad in bed. Questions are as follows: Should I disclose this lack of recent experience to the women I'm starting to casually date and have sex with? How can I stop being so nervous, which I know won't help? And: what does real-life lesbian safer sex look like when you're an adult and not a 23 year old with no sense of risk?
Alabama Sodomy Law Struck Down ? Finally
Such laws were already found unconstitutional by the U.S. Supreme Court, notes an Alabama appeals court.
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Real Estate News
Lorie Zapf follow up
Last Friday, our community got some good news from the San Diego Association of Realtors (SDAR) which decided to suspend its endorsement of Lorie Zapf for City Council. Zapf failed to disclose a number of crippling personal details including her open gay-hatred and her operation of a short sale scam with husband Eric. Zapf is now forced to remove the Realtor thumbs-up from all campaign material and won’t have access to the organization’s PAC funds. Thanks to all who took a moment to contact SDAR, both as Realtors and as clients. Your direct involvement helped immensely. Professional credit is owed to SD City Beat’s Dave Maass and Realtor Pat Flannery from blogofsandiego.com.
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Last Friday, our community got some good news from the San Diego Association of Realtors (SDAR) which decided to suspend its endorsement of Lorie Zapf for City Council. Zapf failed to disclose a number of crippling personal details including her open gay-hatred and her operation of a short sale scam with husband Eric. Zapf is now forced to remove the Realtor thumbs-up from all campaign material and won’t have access to the organization’s PAC funds. Thanks to all who took a moment to contact SDAR, both as Realtors and as clients. Your direct involvement helped immensely. Professional credit is owed to SD City Beat’s Dave Maass and Realtor Pat Flannery from blogofsandiego.com.
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Adoption weekend: 250 animals in need of homes
SAN DIEGO, California ? San Diego Humane Society and SPCA is offering San Diegans a unique opportunity in honor of Flag Day this weekend: Pets for Patriotism will be waiving fees and waving flags June 13-15 only!
Kicking off today, June 13, the adoption fee for all adult animals (7 months and older) will be waived at the San Diego Humane Society. Adoptions include the animal?s spay/neuter surgery, microchip, preliminary vaccinations, a sample bag of pet food, and adopter support for the life of the pet.
San Diego Humane Society is waiving pet adoption fees in honor of Flag Day.
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Kicking off today, June 13, the adoption fee for all adult animals (7 months and older) will be waived at the San Diego Humane Society. Adoptions include the animal?s spay/neuter surgery, microchip, preliminary vaccinations, a sample bag of pet food, and adopter support for the life of the pet.
San Diego Humane Society is waiving pet adoption fees in honor of Flag Day.
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(56) Painkiller
Wisdom Teeth, Percodan, 7 day junkie, Addiction, Politician/Banker thug class and Argentina, Mute MSM report on nothing that mattters as usual, Myspace is up and running, thankfully, http://blogs.myspace.com/index.cfm?fuseaction=blog.view&friendId=211975370&blogId=488907509 The Lesbian Mafia is a federally registered tradmark. Music: Painkiller – Steve Bug (feat. Miss Kittin) Space Cowboy – Eve St. Jones Behind – Flanders
Tuesday, June 17, 2014
Lesbian Member of Parliament Attacked at Vienna Pride
Austria's first out member of parliament was attacked with acid while marching in Vienna's Rainbow Parade.
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GLAAD meets with NBCUniversal to discuss transgender media images
Over the past month, GLAAD staff, including three of its transgender staffers, met with over 30 senior executives at MSNBC, NBC News, Bravo, and Oxygen, and with NBCUniversal's Chief Diversity Officer, for a discussion about fair, accurate, and inclusive media representations of transgender people in both news and entertainment. GLAAD also spoke with executives from the Human Resources department to cover issues related to creating an inclusive workplace for transgender employees.
In a meeting with journalists and producers from MSNBC and NBC News, GLAAD praised programming like Melissa Harris-Perry, Ronan Farrow Daily, TODAY, and Rock Center with Brian Williams for including transgender people as guests and covering issues like transgender military service and anti-discrimination legislation. GLAAD also pointed out ways in which news coverage could begin to move beyond some of the clich�s often seen in even the best coverage, like "before and after" pictures of transgender people, and questions about medical procedures. We pitched several story ideas about issues important to the trans community, such as New York state refusing to provide transgender-related healthcare to people on Medicaid, the epidemic of violence facing transgender women of color, transgender athletes, and the success stories to be found in the Trans 100 list.In a separate meeting with producers and publicists from Bravo and Oxygen, GLAAD presented a brief history of transgender people who have appeared in reality television, and encouraged both networks to find ways to incorporate transgender people into their current and upcoming shows.Since our meetings, MSNBC has continued to cover trans stories in fair and accurate ways. Ronan Farrow invited GLAAD Senior Media Strategist Tiq Milan onto his show to discuss the TIME magazine cover story about the "transgender tipping point," and Jonathan Capeheart gave an overview of the current state of the movement for trans civil rights in America.Research shows that around 90% of Americans personally know someone who is gay, lesbian or bisexual, but only 8% personally know someone who is transgender. This means that most Americans can weigh firsthand knowledge when considering defamatory or insensitive media coverage of the LGB community, but the vast majority of Americans have no personal connection to someone who is transgender, so they rely solely on the media for information.Feedback from the meetings was positive and we look forward to working with these networks to ensure that more transgender voices are included in their programming.
June 16, 2014
Issues:
Entertainment,
News,
Transgender
In a meeting with journalists and producers from MSNBC and NBC News, GLAAD praised programming like Melissa Harris-Perry, Ronan Farrow Daily, TODAY, and Rock Center with Brian Williams for including transgender people as guests and covering issues like transgender military service and anti-discrimination legislation. GLAAD also pointed out ways in which news coverage could begin to move beyond some of the clich�s often seen in even the best coverage, like "before and after" pictures of transgender people, and questions about medical procedures. We pitched several story ideas about issues important to the trans community, such as New York state refusing to provide transgender-related healthcare to people on Medicaid, the epidemic of violence facing transgender women of color, transgender athletes, and the success stories to be found in the Trans 100 list.In a separate meeting with producers and publicists from Bravo and Oxygen, GLAAD presented a brief history of transgender people who have appeared in reality television, and encouraged both networks to find ways to incorporate transgender people into their current and upcoming shows.Since our meetings, MSNBC has continued to cover trans stories in fair and accurate ways. Ronan Farrow invited GLAAD Senior Media Strategist Tiq Milan onto his show to discuss the TIME magazine cover story about the "transgender tipping point," and Jonathan Capeheart gave an overview of the current state of the movement for trans civil rights in America.Research shows that around 90% of Americans personally know someone who is gay, lesbian or bisexual, but only 8% personally know someone who is transgender. This means that most Americans can weigh firsthand knowledge when considering defamatory or insensitive media coverage of the LGB community, but the vast majority of Americans have no personal connection to someone who is transgender, so they rely solely on the media for information.Feedback from the meetings was positive and we look forward to working with these networks to ensure that more transgender voices are included in their programming.
June 16, 2014
Issues:
Entertainment,
News,
Transgender
Denver From Dawn Til Dusk
It's a little bit cowboy country, a little bit Midwest, and more than a little bit surprising.
(59) Show Me Love DJ
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I've Been Telling Her This for YEARS...
Step 1: Watch the video. Step 2: Listen to the lyrics. Step 3: Imagine my face right now:
Karen Mason bringing 'Divas' to Chicago
Acclaimed singer Karen Mason is waving the flag for Pride month in Chicago this June. Her concert, titled "The Secrets of the Ancient Divas," weaves cover songs from Barbra Streisand, Eydie Gorme, Bette Midler and Doris Day all together, then includes her new song "It's About Time," an anthem for marriage equality.
Monday, June 16, 2014
Dueling Bear Gatherings Battle It Out Over Presidents Day Weekend
SAN FRANCISCO - (01-15-14) - This February furry guys and their fans will have their choice of two major bear gatherings taking place in California during Presidents Day Weekend. For the 23rd year in a row, it will be "Bear Weekend" in San Francisco. Meanwhile, to the south they will be holding the first ever "International Bear Convergence" in Palm Springs. Bear Weekend in SF started way back in 1994, with the first Bear Expo.
Lesbian News - 20 Apr 2014
University of South Carolina Upstate this week announced it was calling off a planned appearance by a lesbian humorist...Cate Blanchett, Rooney Mara and riot grrl musician and Portlandia star Carrie Brownstein, will play 50s era lesbians in the film Carol...The #SaveAnne campaign: trying to stop a lesbian asylum seeker being deported to Uganda
(81) AUDIO: Eva Longoria Lies About Eating Cheetos On Twitter
New mini-podcast, can you believe it?! Haven’t posted in a very long WHILE but had to say something about some of the things we have seen on our Twitter timeline NAMELY Eva Longoria LYING about eating Cheetos! Miss you all terribly and not sure when there will be another podcast but someone had to tackle […]
Wilson High Principal Comes Out as Gay During Pride Day
A Washington, D.C. principal was met with cheers as he came out to his students as gay during a Pride Day event that drew protests threats from Westboro Baptist Church. 'I turned 50, I'm tired of...
February 2012 - Life on the Road (and mostly my crib)
Hello hello! So here we are again. I started this special series of blog entries last month (Click here for Jan. 2012) and am happy to report that...well there is more to report. I have *words* to say about February which means the clock hasn't yet struck midnight on this little fairy tale I'm living.(My friend Adriana and I doin' a faux prom pic in the middle of a hotel in LA a few days ago. That's normal, right? Oh and although it definitely looks like it, she is NOT in love with me. Totally looks like it, though, doesn't it. Sheesh, no means no, lady!)Now don't get me wrong: the job I have (like I'm sure it is for most of you reading this) is a LOT of hard work. Truly. It's mentally and physically challenging and there are a VAGILLION moving parts and lots of high stakes gigs/days. But the good news is that I LOVE that sort of energy. I love high stakes. I love having a ton of responsibility and people looking to me for answers. I love still having so many questions, and being a sponge, soaking it all up each and every day. Cause I know one day I will be jaded. One day this will just be a J.O.B. I hope that doesn't happen for several decades and that when it DOES happen, I'm somewhere on a jetpack and it won't matter anyway:) So the point is, I don't take a minute of this for granted.And while January was chock full of gigs and jetsetting and ROBES (see link above), February was relatively quiet until the veeery end. I spent most of February in Houston working on a few things from home, watching Criminal Intent marathons, and gaining SO much weight all throughout and about my person. I also came across some old photo prints that I did years ago in a dark room and it really has me inspired to pursue photography more seriously than ever before.(My brother Alfred, hand printed)(This chick that used to work at my favorite restaurant in Dallas, Mother Mesquite's, hand printed)The last week in Feb, I got a call that we would have to fly to LA the very next day for a big CeeLo show in Hollywood. We spent a few days in rehearsal...(The band playing during rehearsals)...and I spent a few minutes staring at this sign that I came across...(No biggie, just where my wife Katharine Mcphee's mom teaches and coaches American Idol contestants and others, and where my wife got her chops back in the day. Yep. I was able to *go to there*.)SO, speeeeaking of women named after felines who I am married to, did you guys catch when my other wife Cat Deeley retweeted me in Feb? No? I'll show you:That was cool, right? Know whats even cooler? Days later when I find out that Cat Deeley not only has great taste in food, tweets, and Arlans, but she ALSO says yes to the best gigs. She HOSTED the show we did in Hollywood! Good thing I didn't realize this until the night before the show, or I'm pretty sure I would have hyperventilated days earlier and wouldn't have been able to make it to the show at all. All tolled, I spent about 6 hours in Ms. Deeley's tall, luxurious, babe-alicious presence, and I can tell you this: the woman is HOT, friendly, DAMN good at her job, and an overall pleasant individual to be around. Unfortunately I did not get to redeem myself and ask for her hand in marriage, because she's a lady and I'm a professional...aaand truth be told, anytime she'd look in my general direction, I'd giggle and turn into a bowl of jello. But next time, I'll be rock solid, my friends. ROCK. SOLID.(My view of part of soundcheck at Hollywood and Highland. New artist 'V' was preparing for her incredible duet with CeeLo. She sounded great!)You can see pics from the red carpet and the show itself HERE!So thats a wrap for February 2012. I now return you to your regularly scheduled Daily Lesbian Moment blog:) See you again a few days into April where hopefully there will be even more to report. Shenanigans, I tell you. Pure shenanigans!- (Click here for Jan. 2012 blog entry)
Iowa high court reverses HIV criminalization case
"An individual who takes precautions to prevent transmission should not be considered a criminal for choosing to be sexually active, and we are very pleased that the Court agrees."
Real Estate News
Fannie bares her teeth
Freddie Mac and Fannie Mae - the hillbilly kissin’ cousins of the nation’s secondary mortgage market - instituted a long-needed reform to the sale process of its REO (foreclosed) properties. The “First Look” program gives buyers purchasing a primary residence for their own use, a 15-day head-start before investors can submit offers on the same property.
Nearly 18 months ago I met with the field staff of Congresswoman Susan Davis’ office on this matter and I was glad to see both Fannie and Freddie get on board. The problem in a nutshell is this: Investors, including large syndicators began snapping up foreclosures at an astonishing rate converting large percentages of owner-occupied housing into rental stock.
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Freddie Mac and Fannie Mae - the hillbilly kissin’ cousins of the nation’s secondary mortgage market - instituted a long-needed reform to the sale process of its REO (foreclosed) properties. The “First Look” program gives buyers purchasing a primary residence for their own use, a 15-day head-start before investors can submit offers on the same property.
Nearly 18 months ago I met with the field staff of Congresswoman Susan Davis’ office on this matter and I was glad to see both Fannie and Freddie get on board. The problem in a nutshell is this: Investors, including large syndicators began snapping up foreclosures at an astonishing rate converting large percentages of owner-occupied housing into rental stock.
What’s wro…
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Sunday, June 15, 2014
GLAAD's What To Watch This Weekend | VIDEO
This weekend, catch the season finales of Sing Your Face Off and Game of Thrones; the broadcast premiere of The New Black; plus all new episodes of Orphan Black, In the Flesh and Say Yes to the Dress: Atlanta.
Friday, May 13
This weekend, catch the season finales of Sing Your Face Off and Game of Thrones; the broadcast premiere of The New Black; plus all new episodes of Orphan Black, In the Flesh and Say Yes to the Dress: Atlanta.
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Friday, May 13
This weekend, catch the season finales of Sing Your Face Off and Game of Thrones; the broadcast premiere of The New Black; plus all new episodes of Orphan Black, In the Flesh and Say Yes to the Dress: Atlanta.
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Laverne Cox Talks Race, Trans Issues On Take Part Live
Laverne Cox joined recently-appointed GLAAD board member Meghan McCain, along with Jacob Soboroff and Kim Stoltz to discuss her recent success, CeCe McDonald, and racial issues.
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Entrepreneur bids to open downtown LGBT hotel
"Are you ready for some fierceness?" Paul Sanders asked as he prepared to show off his ideas for Hotel Blue, a concept he's preparing in order to bid for Essex Inn, 800 S. Michigan Ave.
Lesbian overthinks her gender expression. News at 11.
I'm a 22-year-old lesbian. I have never made any effort to look hot, but suddenly I want to, and it's raising some serious identity issues for me. Hygiene/beauty-wise, all I do is shower daily, brush my teeth, comb my hair (though it tends to go every which-way), and wear deodorant, clean clothes (some men's, some women's), and moisturizer (for the SPF). I don't own any makeup and I don't know how to apply it. Basically, I look like I don't give a fuck.
Here's the thing, though?I do give a fuck, and I think my apparent apathy's a holdover from a time when I truly wasn't comfortable with myself. As a closeted teen/pre-teen, I wore dingy sweats everyday and kept a copy of The Beauty Myth in my junior high school locker. (I'm sure NO ONE ever suspected.) I defined myself in opposition to other girls because I felt like I could never truly be one of them anyway and was too proud to try. I also did it to distance myself from them so I didn't have to deal with my attraction. On a less psychosexual level, I felt like if I tried to look pretty, people would see right through it and laugh at me.
I had a boyfriend in high school and a couple more in college, along with some random male hookups (I came out "bisexual" at 18). Almost every single first makeout session would include a moment where the guy would look at me real close and then quizzically remark, "You know, you're really pretty," like he'd never noticed before and was pleasantly surprised. Secretly, I loved hearing that?in my mind, it indicated that I wasn't naturally uglier than other girls, but merely had less superficial values. (Ugh.)
Now I've graduated college and am finally out as gay, not bi. My frumpiness is no longer really a source of political pride for me anymore, because I've internalized patriarchal beauty standards enough to only be attracted to women who mostly fit them (yeah, stone me). I'm not trying to imply that a butch or androgynous woman who likes feminine women is necessarily a hypocrite; just that my former feminister-than-thou attitude about not meeting those standards no longer makes sense. Also, it's not like I'm some Jackie Warner/Kate Moennig type?I just look like a troll.
I don't know what sort of gender presentation I'd have if I didn't go through such a long phase of self-loathing, but I suspect that the answer is still not "Barbie". The last time I really dressed up girly was a couple years ago and I felt like I was in drag, but hey, I don't feel terribly comfortable with the way I look now either. Ultimately, I'd like to look like a cute urban 20-something queer girl that other cute urban 20-something queer girls could see themselves dating, instead of an overgrown 3rd grader with blotchy skin and gigantic boobs.
I suppose I know, in broad strokes, how to go about changing my image: learn how to tame my hair, get some makeup and try to even my skin tone a little on nights that I go out, buy trendy-looking clothes I normally wouldn't look at twice, get less-dorky glasses the next time I need a new prescription. If you have any practical advice on those matters, it's more than welcome. (I'm 5'5", 140 lbs, white, and would look ridiculous with hair any shorter than chin-length.) But I guess my real question is, though, how do I not feel so ridiculous trying? I spent my entire adolescence acting either aggressively opposed to this sort of stuff or innocently too "deep" for it. It's a big part of who I was, which is probably why it feels like such a big deal changing it. I don't have any real reason to believe I won't just feel like a potential poser again. Also, I feel like most other people have settled into their style by this age even if do they switch things up here and there, so this sort of deliberate change feels kind of life-stage inappropriate.
As for what I can afford... I make $35,000 a year, my rent's $650/month, and I'm not in any debt. Obviously cheaper is better, but I'm willing to throw a little bit of money at this problem.
(Also, yes, I know that confidence is my biggest issue and that that's not primarily a matter of looks, but I wanted this question to be targeted.)
Throwaway email: anon724 at gmail
Here's the thing, though?I do give a fuck, and I think my apparent apathy's a holdover from a time when I truly wasn't comfortable with myself. As a closeted teen/pre-teen, I wore dingy sweats everyday and kept a copy of The Beauty Myth in my junior high school locker. (I'm sure NO ONE ever suspected.) I defined myself in opposition to other girls because I felt like I could never truly be one of them anyway and was too proud to try. I also did it to distance myself from them so I didn't have to deal with my attraction. On a less psychosexual level, I felt like if I tried to look pretty, people would see right through it and laugh at me.
I had a boyfriend in high school and a couple more in college, along with some random male hookups (I came out "bisexual" at 18). Almost every single first makeout session would include a moment where the guy would look at me real close and then quizzically remark, "You know, you're really pretty," like he'd never noticed before and was pleasantly surprised. Secretly, I loved hearing that?in my mind, it indicated that I wasn't naturally uglier than other girls, but merely had less superficial values. (Ugh.)
Now I've graduated college and am finally out as gay, not bi. My frumpiness is no longer really a source of political pride for me anymore, because I've internalized patriarchal beauty standards enough to only be attracted to women who mostly fit them (yeah, stone me). I'm not trying to imply that a butch or androgynous woman who likes feminine women is necessarily a hypocrite; just that my former feminister-than-thou attitude about not meeting those standards no longer makes sense. Also, it's not like I'm some Jackie Warner/Kate Moennig type?I just look like a troll.
I don't know what sort of gender presentation I'd have if I didn't go through such a long phase of self-loathing, but I suspect that the answer is still not "Barbie". The last time I really dressed up girly was a couple years ago and I felt like I was in drag, but hey, I don't feel terribly comfortable with the way I look now either. Ultimately, I'd like to look like a cute urban 20-something queer girl that other cute urban 20-something queer girls could see themselves dating, instead of an overgrown 3rd grader with blotchy skin and gigantic boobs.
I suppose I know, in broad strokes, how to go about changing my image: learn how to tame my hair, get some makeup and try to even my skin tone a little on nights that I go out, buy trendy-looking clothes I normally wouldn't look at twice, get less-dorky glasses the next time I need a new prescription. If you have any practical advice on those matters, it's more than welcome. (I'm 5'5", 140 lbs, white, and would look ridiculous with hair any shorter than chin-length.) But I guess my real question is, though, how do I not feel so ridiculous trying? I spent my entire adolescence acting either aggressively opposed to this sort of stuff or innocently too "deep" for it. It's a big part of who I was, which is probably why it feels like such a big deal changing it. I don't have any real reason to believe I won't just feel like a potential poser again. Also, I feel like most other people have settled into their style by this age even if do they switch things up here and there, so this sort of deliberate change feels kind of life-stage inappropriate.
As for what I can afford... I make $35,000 a year, my rent's $650/month, and I'm not in any debt. Obviously cheaper is better, but I'm willing to throw a little bit of money at this problem.
(Also, yes, I know that confidence is my biggest issue and that that's not primarily a matter of looks, but I wanted this question to be targeted.)
Throwaway email: anon724 at gmail
(76) Kaleidoscope
Not really sure what’s happening here but at listener’s requests we tried AGAIN to do a prank and clearly it’s not working out. Just can’t seem to get thru them like we used to, not sure why. We will try again in the future and hopefully get them right again. After the Gay Girl from […]
Saturday, June 14, 2014
(81) AUDIO: Eva Longoria Lies About Eating Cheetos On Twitter
New mini-podcast, can you believe it?! Haven’t posted in a very long WHILE but had to say something about some of the things we have seen on our Twitter timeline NAMELY Eva Longoria LYING about eating Cheetos! Miss you all terribly and not sure when there will be another podcast but someone had to tackle […]
The GLAAD Wrap: 'How to Train Your Dragon 2', AGENDER's new single, Rosie O'Donnell honored and more!
Every week, The GLAAD Wrap brings you LGBT-related entertainment news highlights, fresh stuff to watch out for, and fun diversions to help you kick off the weekend.
1.�How to Train Your Dragon 2 is in theaters this weekend, and again features the beloved character, Gobber, who comes out in the sequel to the 2010 hit. Openly gay director, Dean DeBlois, told Fox News, "It's progressive, it's honest and we wanted to keep it," after actor Craig Ferguson added the coming out as an ad lib for his character.
2.�Violette, a French biographical drama about the life of bisexual French feminist author Violette Leduc will be released June 13 in select theaters. Directed by Martin Provost, the film follows the intense relationship between Leduc and Simone de Beauvior and their quest for freedom through writing. Check out the official website for Violette and watch the trailer below!
3.�All Cheerleaders Die is available on VOD and in select theaters June 13. The film is a fresh take on the 2001 low-budget horror film written and directed by Lucky McKee and Chris Siverston. It features multiple LGBT characters, some of which come back from the dead and seek revenge on the captain of the high school football team.�
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4. It was recently announced that Ryan Murphy, out director of Glee, American Horror Story and The New Normal, will receive the Critics' Choice LOUIS XIII Genius Award at the 4th annual Critics' Choice Television Awards. The award was established to honor an icon in the television industry and went to Bob Newhart at last year's awards. The show will air live on The CW from the Beverly Hilton Hotel on June 19.
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5. USA has renewed their first original scripted comedy, Sirens, for a second season. The show is based on the British series and follows three Chicago EMTs (one of whom is gay) as they save lives despite their narcissistic and self-destructive personalities. The second season is set to run for 13 episodes and air in 2015.�
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6. The Human Rights Watch Film Festival is currently taking place June 12-22 in New York City, and will show the films Lady Valor and To Be Takei. Lady Valor is about a former US Navy SEAL came out as transgender, while Sundance hit To Be Takei follows the life and story of openly out actor and advocate George Takei.�
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7. GLAAD Media Award-nominated documentary The New Black airs on PBS's Independent Lens Sunday, June 15. Directed by Yoruba Richen, the film examines how African American communities are grappling with the recent marriage equality movement on both sides of the issue. The New Black takes viewers into the pews and onto the streets of Maryland before a historic election bringing marriage equality to the state, and charts the evolution of LGBT acceptance within the black community.�
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8. Sara Bareilles released her new music video for "I Choose You" in which she helps two couples get engaged after recruiting them from a Facebook post. The video features a woman named Aly who is getting ready to ask her girlfriend, Andrea, to marry her in front of a group of family, friends and Sara Barielles performing the song. Check out the video below!
9. Out comedienne and actress Rosie O'Donnell was honored with the Isabelle Stevenson Award at the 68th annual Tony Awards. The award is given to a "member of the theatre community who has made a substantial contribution of volunteered time and effort on behalf of one or more humanitarian, social service or charitable organizations." Watch her acceptance speech below!�
10. Greg Brown and Mitch Moffit, the men behind the popular ASAP science videos, recently came out in response to trolling and homophobic comments they have received. "It's so important that people have role models and figureheads of all different backgrounds [in science] whether it be sexuality, races or genders as a catalyst to inspire future generations," Moffit said in the coming out video.
11. Actress Samira Wiley has been promoted to a series regular in Orange Is the New Black. Wiley, who has appeared in nearly every episode of the show so far, will continue to play the lovable Poussey Washington.�
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12. Punk band AGENDER released their new music video for their song "Modern Lovers." The trio of women are known for exploring the nature of non-binary gender and sexuality through their music. Their new sophomore album "FIXATIONS" will be released later this month. Check out the music video below!
13.�BROTHERS is a narrative web series about a group of transgender friends in Brooklyn that needs your help to finish the remaining 7 episodes of the 8-episode first season. Written and directed by Emmett Lundberg, the series follows the daily lives and ups and downs of what it means to live as a transgender person in today's society. To find out more about the project, check out their fundraising website and take a look at the trailer below!�
June 13, 2014
Issues:
Entertainment,
Music,
Film,
Television
1.�How to Train Your Dragon 2 is in theaters this weekend, and again features the beloved character, Gobber, who comes out in the sequel to the 2010 hit. Openly gay director, Dean DeBlois, told Fox News, "It's progressive, it's honest and we wanted to keep it," after actor Craig Ferguson added the coming out as an ad lib for his character.
2.�Violette, a French biographical drama about the life of bisexual French feminist author Violette Leduc will be released June 13 in select theaters. Directed by Martin Provost, the film follows the intense relationship between Leduc and Simone de Beauvior and their quest for freedom through writing. Check out the official website for Violette and watch the trailer below!
3.�All Cheerleaders Die is available on VOD and in select theaters June 13. The film is a fresh take on the 2001 low-budget horror film written and directed by Lucky McKee and Chris Siverston. It features multiple LGBT characters, some of which come back from the dead and seek revenge on the captain of the high school football team.�
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4. It was recently announced that Ryan Murphy, out director of Glee, American Horror Story and The New Normal, will receive the Critics' Choice LOUIS XIII Genius Award at the 4th annual Critics' Choice Television Awards. The award was established to honor an icon in the television industry and went to Bob Newhart at last year's awards. The show will air live on The CW from the Beverly Hilton Hotel on June 19.
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5. USA has renewed their first original scripted comedy, Sirens, for a second season. The show is based on the British series and follows three Chicago EMTs (one of whom is gay) as they save lives despite their narcissistic and self-destructive personalities. The second season is set to run for 13 episodes and air in 2015.�
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6. The Human Rights Watch Film Festival is currently taking place June 12-22 in New York City, and will show the films Lady Valor and To Be Takei. Lady Valor is about a former US Navy SEAL came out as transgender, while Sundance hit To Be Takei follows the life and story of openly out actor and advocate George Takei.�
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7. GLAAD Media Award-nominated documentary The New Black airs on PBS's Independent Lens Sunday, June 15. Directed by Yoruba Richen, the film examines how African American communities are grappling with the recent marriage equality movement on both sides of the issue. The New Black takes viewers into the pews and onto the streets of Maryland before a historic election bringing marriage equality to the state, and charts the evolution of LGBT acceptance within the black community.�
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8. Sara Bareilles released her new music video for "I Choose You" in which she helps two couples get engaged after recruiting them from a Facebook post. The video features a woman named Aly who is getting ready to ask her girlfriend, Andrea, to marry her in front of a group of family, friends and Sara Barielles performing the song. Check out the video below!
9. Out comedienne and actress Rosie O'Donnell was honored with the Isabelle Stevenson Award at the 68th annual Tony Awards. The award is given to a "member of the theatre community who has made a substantial contribution of volunteered time and effort on behalf of one or more humanitarian, social service or charitable organizations." Watch her acceptance speech below!�
10. Greg Brown and Mitch Moffit, the men behind the popular ASAP science videos, recently came out in response to trolling and homophobic comments they have received. "It's so important that people have role models and figureheads of all different backgrounds [in science] whether it be sexuality, races or genders as a catalyst to inspire future generations," Moffit said in the coming out video.
11. Actress Samira Wiley has been promoted to a series regular in Orange Is the New Black. Wiley, who has appeared in nearly every episode of the show so far, will continue to play the lovable Poussey Washington.�
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12. Punk band AGENDER released their new music video for their song "Modern Lovers." The trio of women are known for exploring the nature of non-binary gender and sexuality through their music. Their new sophomore album "FIXATIONS" will be released later this month. Check out the music video below!
13.�BROTHERS is a narrative web series about a group of transgender friends in Brooklyn that needs your help to finish the remaining 7 episodes of the 8-episode first season. Written and directed by Emmett Lundberg, the series follows the daily lives and ups and downs of what it means to live as a transgender person in today's society. To find out more about the project, check out their fundraising website and take a look at the trailer below!�
June 13, 2014
Issues:
Entertainment,
Music,
Film,
Television
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