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Jane's World Volume 8 is now Available!!! 2008-03-06 16:36:19 Cartoonist Paige Braddock has just released her highly-anticipated graphic novel, Jane's WorldVolume
8.
To give you a glimpse of her book, without giving too much away, here is the blurb from the back of Volume 8:
"Like accidentally stumbling into heavy metal karaoke night, Jane knew this vacation was a disaster before it even started. Her first clue could have been the plane crash, but the
The Importance of Creating a Life Plan for Lesbian Couples 2008-03-05 21:52:13 Everyone should be thinking about a Life Plan. A Life Plan should include the management of your property for today, as well as the future. If you do not make your choices known in advance, the legal system will make them for you. If you do not create a will, your property will go to those whom the state feels are your heirs. If you become ill or incapacitated, the state will decide who your
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California State Supreme Court Same-Sex Marriage Update 2008-03-04 17:23:52 The CaliforniaSupremeCourt
appeared divided today over the constitutionality of the state's ban on same-sex marriage.
The courtroom was packed for the long-awaited hearing, with lawyers for various sides taking turns at the podium. Attorneys for same-sex couples and for San Francisco argued that the state marriage law violated equal protection rights and anti-discrimination laws, while lawyers
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, Supreme Court
, Update
Coming Out in Midlife - Your First Lesbian Date 2008-03-03 13:54:06 You're 38 years old, give or take a few, you have just gone through the shock of figuring out you are a lesbian...now what? If you are in a position to meet other like-minded women and seek out a relationship, you will most certainly be thinking about dating. And you have to start somewhere--your first lesbian date.
The concept is the same as any date: two people meeting to learn more about each
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What’s Your Fetish? 2008-03-01 22:09:20 Here is another fun and insightful article by Felice Newman, Somatic Coach and Sex Educator.
Are you turned on by six-inch stilettos? What about engineer’s boots polished to gleaming obsidian? Does an exquisite Victorian corset make your blood pound? Perhaps you work up a sweat over leather, lace, latex, rubber, or fur? A fetish is an erotic attachment to an ordinarily nonsexual activity,
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Marriage Equality Goes Before the California Supreme Court 2008-02-29 14:42:49 It has taken four years for the legal battle over California
's marriage equality to reach the SupremeCourt
. On Tuesday, March 4th at 9:00 am, California's seven Supreme Court
justices will hear oral arguments in the San Francisco marriage case that was launched in March of 2004. This case challenges the constitutionality of state law that discriminates against same-sex couples in marriage.
The
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Jimmy Kimmel and Ben Affleck??? 2008-02-27 11:52:16 Have you heard the news??? Jimmy Kimmel
is having "relations" with Ben Affleck.
A fake feud between Jimmy Kimmel and Matt Damon, which includes the late-night host stating he's had to bump Damon from the show every night, escalated this month when Kimmel's girlfriend Sarah Silverman and actor Matt Damon aired a video called "I'm f*cking Matt Damon."
So for his post-Oscars bash, Kimmel retuned
NY Judge Okays Lesbian Divorce 2008-02-27 11:15:31 There's no such thing as gay marriage in New York, but a Manhattan judge says that doesn't mean there can't be gay divorce.
In a bombshell, first-of-its-kind ruling, state Supreme Court Justice Laura Drager is allowing a Manhattan woman to sue for divorce from the longtime lesbian lover she married in Canada in 2004.
"Donna M." had argued her marriage to "Beth R." should be declared void
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A Year After Death, Lesbian Fights for Justice for Partner 2008-02-26 11:07:38 Lambda Legal news release:
Lambda Legal Advocates for Washington Woman Denied Visitation with Dying Partner
in Miami Hospital.
Miami -- "There is nothing that can make up for what my children and I endured that day," said Lambda Legal client Janice Langbehn about the way she was treated on the day her partner, Lisa Pond, died. "We only want the hospital to take responsibility for how they
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, Justice
What Do Butches Want? 2008-02-20 22:09:53 So have you ever heard the name Felice Newman? Maybe you've heard of her book, “Whole Lesbian Sex?,” ringing any bells yet? Well, Felice Newman is a sex educator and certified Somatic Coach, as well as the author of The whole lesbian sex book: A passionate Guide for all of us. And yes, I do have my very own copy…it lives right under my bed and gets pulled out from time -to-time when I am feeling
Remembering Lawrence King 2008-02-19 23:22:20 15-year-old student, Lawrence
King, was shot and killed at school last week. Friends say the reason was his sexual orientation and gender expression.
If you haven't yet heard about this incident, here are some of the the details:
Lawrence King, an eighth grader who identified as gay and wore makeup and nail polish, was 15 when he was declared brain dead. On February 12th, Lawrence King was shot
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Free Internet Dating Site 2008-02-18 17:46:40 I can’t even start to tell you how many of my single friends say to me that the only reason they haven’t tried “internet dating," is because they think it costs too much. Well guess what, no more excuses. I just heard about this new Free dating site that is in Beta phase and set to launch on April 2nd, 2008.
Without costing you a dime, Meeta.com, will provide all the same basic features that
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, Free Internet
, Internet
I Was Kidnapped by Lesbian Pirates from Outer Space 2008-02-15 11:41:35 Lesbian Comic Strip By Megan Rose Gedris
Review by Paige Braddock, author of Jane's World.
Susan Bell was a normal girl, just out of college with a great job as a secretary but everything changed when Lesbian Pirates
from Outer Space
kidnapped her.
Despite the antennas sprouting from their bouffant hair it takes Susan a while to figure out she’s on a space ship and not a “ship” ship. Until
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What is Chemistry? 2008-02-11 14:05:00 When it comes to a lasting relationship, most women believe that having an emotional, intellectual and spiritual attraction are more important than the initial physical attraction. However, they also agree that there needs to be a certain romantic chemistry to sustain the passion and a lasting relationship.
But what is Chemistry? And how does it all work? The scientific definition of Sexual
Freedom to Marry Week Events 2008-02-10 11:22:44 This year’s National Freedom
to Marry
Day and Marriage Equality Day events include statewide counter-demonstrations, which asks gay couples to request a marriage license. When, inevitably, they are turned down, couples are to demand equal rights of their county clerk. Counter-demonstrations are planned at over 20 county clerk offices, in addition to statewide educational forums, benefits, and
How to Learn from a Breakup 2008-02-08 13:10:54 Written by Marie Hughes
When a relationship ends, you should take the time to reflect on the reasons that it has ended so that you can learn from your mistakes.
Breakups are a learning opportunity. If you take the time to examine the reasons for your breakup, then you may be able to avoid letting history repeat itself in your dating life. There are two sides to every coin – personal growth can
VOTE - SUPER TUESDAY 2008-02-05 10:53:24 It doesn't matter how political you are or what political party you stand behind, if you live in one of the states that is holding a primary today, go out and VOTE!
Feb 5th Primary States are:
California
New York
Massachusetts
Georgia
Illinois
Alabama
Minnesota
Tennessee
New Jersey
Arizona
Connecticut
Oklahoma
Colorado
Utah
Missouri
New Mexico(D)
Arkansas
Delaware
Idaho(D)
Super Bowl for the Clueless - Outsports' annual guide to the big game 2008-02-02 01:39:56 Although I am not much of a football fan, I have to admit, there is something about the way a woman talks about the Super
Bowl game that can get me a bit excited...or maybe it's just the woman that gets me excited...hmmm…either way, it's a big party day for most lesbians and having a little knowledge about the game is always a bonus. Knowing that I cannot be the only football challenged lesbian
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, Super Bowl
Help Stop An Anti-Equality Marriage Amendment 2008-02-02 01:01:20 In 2006, California became the first state to prevent an effort by right-wing radicals and religious extremists to qualify an anti-equality marriage amendment on the California state ballot. In a renewed effort to place a discriminatory constitutional amendment onto the California ballot this November, these conservative organizations have hired paid signature gatherers to do their dirty work.
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, Equality
Research Finds Same-Sex Couples Just as Committed and Possibly Happier than Heterosexual Couples 2008-01-30 11:44:35 In a study done by Medical News Today, same-sex couples are just as committed in their romantic relationships as heterosexual couples and may be happier, say researchers who have studied the quality of adult relationships and healthy development. What they found disputes the stereotype that same-sex couples are not as committed as their heterosexual counterparts and are therefore not as
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, Research
The Pursuit of Equality Screening in San Francisco 2008-01-28 15:54:57 In celebration of the 4th Anniversary of the historic San Francisco
weddings, AT&T and PG&E are having a special screening of PURSUIT OF EQUALITY, Directed by Geoff Callan & Mike Shaw.
By issuing same-sex marriage licenses, San Francisco
Mayor Gavin Newsom uproots the status quo, attempts to change the way the nation looks at life, love, and marriage, and ignites what may become our nation’s
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, Screening
Al Gore stands up for Gay Marriage 2008-01-25 13:26:42 I have to applaud our former Vice President, Al Gore, for posting a video on current.com supporting gay marriage.
In his video Gore says,"I think that gay men and women ought to have the same rights as heterosexual men and women – to make contracts, to have hospital visiting rights, to join together in marriage, and I don't understand why it is considered by some people to be a threat to
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Not Your Usual Lesbian Valentine's Day 2008-01-25 10:41:40 Valentine's Day is one of the few holidays that is celebrated throughout the world. And although many retailers would like you to believe that this holiday is all about the gift giving, there are many other ways you can make your sweetie feel special on Valentine's Day.
Here are a few ideas to give you a head start on your February 14th plans:
Try cooking a meal. Now don't freak out about this
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Politically Correct Lesbian Phone Sex 2008-01-21 22:25:24 Well I don't usually do 2 videos in a row, but my friend Sam pointed this one out and I am still rolling...
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Monogamy, Nonmonogamy, Polyamory: What’s the Big Deal? 2008-03-12 12:29:28 by Felice Newman, Somatic Coach and Sex Educator.
News flash: Not all lesbians are monogamous. Monogamy isn’t necessarily the hallmark of a mature, committed relationship. Contrary to what you might see on The L Word, it’s not even the cure for Lesbian Drama.
Likewise, monogamy won’t necessarily send you down the lonely path to Lesbian Bed Death, and nonmonogamy won’t necessarily supercharge
Equality Quotes 2008-03-10 18:00:29 Sometimes I have to remind myself that we are not alone in this struggle for Equal rights. History has shown us that there have been many brave men and women who have helped pave the way for equality.
Below are just a few quotes that lift my spirits and remind me that mankind does have the capacity to understand equality for EVERYONE, even if it is taking longer than we had hoped.
Yet, there
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, Quotes
Drug & Alcohol Abuse in the Gay and Lesbian Community 2008-03-18 11:05:54 Alcoholism is a fatal chronic illness affecting the lives of 20-30% of the homosexual population. Studies have found that 35% of lesbians had a history of excessive drinking, compared to only 5% of the heterosexual women. In addition, further studies have shown that 30% of lesbians and gay men are addicted to drugs, suggesting that the gay and lesbian community constitutes a high-risk population
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, Alcohol Abuse
Ellen DeGeneres Responds to Senator Kern 2008-03-21 10:44:30 I am sure by now you have all heard about the leaked audio of a speech given by Oklahoma State Rep. Sally Kern to what she thought was a private group of Republicans...but did you actually hear the recording?
Well, Ellen
DeGeneres heard it and in response, she decided to call Kern during a taping of her March 12th show. Kerns automated voice mail system indicated that her inbox was full. "I
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