| Permalink Archive for May, 2007
Pakistan Rules on Transgender Couple
May 31, 2007 | 
Around the World, Uncategorized
This truly amazes me. A court in Pakistan has decided that if a transman has not had bottom surgery, he is still a woman. This is surprising to me mostly because the decision meant that a lesbian couple ended up in jail - whereas if he HAD had the bottom surgery, he would be a man, and their relationship would be legitimate (or so I gather). Good grief.
South African Culture vs. Policy
May 30, 2007 | Around the World, Uncategorized
Last November, South Africa became the first country in Africa - and the fifth in the world - to legalize gay marriage. The measure received an overwhelming vote in Congress, with 230 ayes to 41 nays. But even though same sex couples can legally get married in South Africa, culture still dictates otherwise. South Africa is not immune to the anti-gay sentiments permeating Africa as a whole. In most countries on the continent, gay activity is not only illegal, but is the cause of widespread abuse and mistreatment of those who are even suspected to be homosexual. I wonder if this is perhaps based in part on the stigma of HIV/AIDS in Africa, whether some people believe that if it weren’t for gay people, the disease wouldn’t be devastating all of Africa.
Contribute Your Stories
May 29, 2007 | Literature, News Reports, Pop Culture, Uncategorized
Whew, okay, now I’m back and posting. According to the Cleveland Plain-Dealer, the LGBT Archives at Western Reserve Historical Society have stepped up their efforts to improve their collections. The LGBT Archives, which were established in 1991, are looking for personal stories, oral histories, documents, photographs, and publications. If you have anything to contribute I hope you will consider doing so! Just a note, if you have anything of interest to the leather community, please contribute that to the Leather Archives & Museum. The LGBT Archives are in Ohio, and LA&M is in Chicago.
Back from Vacation
May 24, 2007 | Uncategorized
Just wanted to let everybody know that I am back from vacation! I am slowly posting my pictures and I’ve got a few cool items to share. Fortunately I have the whole weekend to put them up…see you soon!
Welcome N’Tali
May 7, 2007 | CyDy Network
This is a big warm welcome to N’Tali, who has recently joined the Cyber Dyke Network! She is a beautiful African-American woman, who is into multiple fetishes. So far the site features two corset galleries (mmm, my favorite), including one with boots and a cane, and a schoolgirl gallery. If you want to get a peek at what she looks like, here’s a sample picture for you. Enjoy!
Traffic Stop
Literature
Congratulations to Tara Wentz on the publication of her book Traffic Stop! Here’s the scoop from the back of the book:
Sergeant Ryan Thomas thinks a traffic stop is nothing more than the mundane routine that fills her isolated life. In truth this particular traffic stop is actually a moment in time that will change the course of her life.
Dr. Tobi Drexler, comfortable in her stable life as a radiologist, suddenly finds her life about to take a different road which ultimately will lead both women into an adventure that will test them as never before.
Amidst the beginnings of their new relationship, there is a malevolent force that is determined at all costs to exact revenge. He has an agenda, and one of them will pay, and pay dearly.
From beginning to end, you will meet a myriad of unforgettable people; people whose lives mingle and intersect. Will one of them be responsible for the turmoil and danger surrounding Ryan and Tobi? Will they find the answer before it’s too late?
Behind this drama and suspense is a blossoming romance that will capture your heart and leave you wanting more!
