Kiss running goodbye

Well it has come to the point that I must bid running a sad farewell. A few weeks ago my doctor told me the ultimate warning that my hips and knees would not stand much more punishment. So I decided today on a long power walk that running was over for me. I am sad about this, since I did like the challenge. I can still get my heart rate up just as high with walking, so that's going to be it for me. There were some accomplishments I had in running: I did 2 5k's. Maybe one day when I can get the weight off it will be better for me and I might try again...who knows.

Sexual astrology public service announcement

LOL This was just published on a friends site, and with his permission I post it here. Go ahead, see where you and your lover stands! PS...Im a cancer :P



Jan 21 - Feb 19
Ruling Planet: URANUS

The God of unexpected sexual twists and turns. Aquarians make much
better friends than lovers, but when a typical Aquarian gets some
bang-bang, it's more an intellectual experience than an emotional
one. Looks aren't important to Aquarians in a relationship, it's the
mind and spirit of a lover that turns Aquarius on.

They are very entertaining in bed and are probably the most
inventive of all the signs. Mental stimulation is more important to
them than physical, which means that pornography gets them hot!

Aquarians are impatient and like sex to be fast and satisfying. They
are very particular about hygiene and contraception and sleeping
around holds little interest for them.

FAVE POSITION
Mutual masturbation.

BEST SEX TOY
A Dildo. Whether gay, straight, male or female, Aquarians will have
some fun with this.

AQUARIUS MALE IN BED
He has amazing staying power in the sack. He can keep at it and
control himself for as long as it takes for YOU to finish! He's up
for anything too. Role playing, S&M, posing nude in the backyard at
5am. He's into 3somes, swinging or open relationships if YOU are
involved. He'll do that for fun, but YOU are the only love of his
life.

AQUARIUS FEMALE IN BED
She's looking for a lover who will be upfront with her, but until
she finds him, she will make do with whoever is available. LOVE
freaks her out. She likes keeping her emotions under tight control
and may come across as cold, but she's just protecting herself.

THE BEST WAY TO TURN ON AQUARIUS
Lie down as if you are top and tailing and gently tickle and
stroke the ankles and the calves. Don't tickle for giggles, but
tease. After awhile, do the same with your tongue. Lick up, down and
all around. Anywhere above the foot and below the knee is fair game.
Lightly nip the ankle of your Aquarian, they may laugh, but it's not
laughter from tickles, it's a release of tension that will most
definitely lead to some action!

PISCES
Feb 20 - March 20
Ruling Planet: NEPTUNE

The God in charge of delicious dreams, dangerous deceptions and
sexual fantasies Sexually speaking, Pisces is putty in your hands.
Anything you want, anything, is only a question away. If you're
looking for someone who will go the extra mile to discover all your
secret moan zones, then Pisces is for you!

When a typical Piscean makes out, it's an act of romance rather than
pure pleasure. Pisces is the sign of love itself. They are so
romantic and want satin sheets and candles, poetry and a full moon.
Music also gets them in the mood.

One of their least appetizing traits is their ability to become
very, very jealous. Sometimes they are so scared of losing the fairy-
tale romance that they ruin the happy ending themselves.

FAVE POSITION
Pisces is all about Oral affections!

BEST SEX TOY
A copy of the Kama Sutra, since your fish is into almost anything

PISCES MALE IN BED
He is romantic and has the reputation of being a womanizer. The
girlfriend of a Piscean man should keep her eye on the ball as he
can be a bit flighty.

But he does make an excellent lover. He's from the old school that
sex should be an almost out of body experience, and if he's
showering his attentions on you, you're in for a hell of a good ride!

PISCES FEMALE IN BED
She needs romance. It's the very air that she breathes. She needs to
be held gently and whispered sweet nothings to but when it comes to
between the sheets action, she's never happy doing the same ol',
same ol' when she knows there are more exciting options at hand.

THE BEST WAY TO TURN ON PISCES
The Pisces Zesty-zone is their feet! If you want to make Pisces your
Love Slave, start with a warm, scented footbath and soak their feet
for 10 minutes. Then sit in front of them, cross-legged, and rub
their feet firmly through the water. Use kneading motions that run
from their ankles to the tips of their toes. After 5 minutes, get a
scrub brush and clean their tootsies with lots of TLC, dry them off
and lightly massage peppermint oil all over their feet, paying close
attention to between their toes. Pisces REALLY gets off on this!
Once oiled up, gently kiss each toe, one by one.
Then let your tongue take over and you're in baby!!!

ARIES
March 21-April 20
Ruling Planet: MARS

The bonk now/think later God of War, aggression and action!
Sexually, Aries is an explosion waiting to happen! The
excitement is often in the chase more than the actual conquest
though and while they may appear to want to dominate, they do not
want a submissive partner. Routine brings boredom to sex for Aries,
so if you're only comfortable with the missionary position, go for
another sign, but if you like forceful personalities and enjoy
pretending you're a human Twistie, then you've found
paradise with an Aries.

FAVE POSITION
Always on top and always in charge

BEST SEX TOY
Handcuffs! Like I said, Aries likes to take charge!

ARIES MALE IN BED
The Aries male is loud, domineering and 100% stud! He's from
the bump n grind school of lovemaking so if you're looking for
romantic dinners by candlelight and long walks on the beach, keep
looking! He's the original 5-minute man so if you're turned on by
ultra-macho grunt-and-groaning types, you've just found your ticket
to heaven! He's not prone to cheat unless you bore him in bed and he
likes sex fast and furious baby!

ARIES FEMALE IN BED
She views sex as more of a physical act than something from a soppy
romance novel. If you're a bored exec and want to find out what it's
like to be treated like a piece of meat, then go for a one night
stand with an Aries chick. She'll be gone before you wake up and may
not remember your name the next time you meet. She's got a touch of
KINK to her personality so don't get freaked out when she talks
dirty or puts you over her knee for a spanking. She's all woman, but
are you man enough to handle her?

THE BEST WAY TO TURN ON ARIES
If you want to seduce an Aries, running your fingers through their
hair is an awesome starting point! And licking and nibbling around
their face or neck will get them going too! Just be careful to keep
your saliva at bay. Drool is not cool!

TAURUS
April 21 - May 21
Ruling Planet: VENUS

The Goddess in charge of love, beauty and sex. Taureans are
ahead of the game when it comes to love coz they are ruled by VENUS,
the planet of Love! Taurus has all the qualities a lover desires,
including sensuality, loyalty and faithfulness. When a typical
Taurus makes love, it's the most physical and natural pleasure in
the world. They believe the romantic approach to sex almost always
pays off so they will happily cook dinner, buy flowers, and light
candles for someone they wanna bang. They don't like to rush things
and take everything, including sex, slowly.

FAVE POSITION
The one Taurus enjoys most is the Missionary. Some may say this is
so unadventurous, but Taurus is very practical and this is the most
comfortable.

BEST SEX TOY
A battery powered "erotic massager"

TAURUS MALE IN BED
The Taurean man needs a woman who will want to stay home to
eat and make love. He can be stubborn and is known to sulk like a
little boy, but he LOVES making up!! (Rrrrow!) He likes to take
things slow and gently and can last for hours,
always waiting for HER to finish before rolling over to sleep.

TAURUS FEMALE IN BED
She is great at back massages and sex in general. She makes an art
of lovemaking. Just kissing her can bring some men to the big "O".
Her touch is gentle and tender, it excites and caresses and when in
the mood, she too can go for hours at a time, days on end.

THE BEST WAY TO TURN ON TAURUS
There's nothing Taurus enjoys more than having their neck
kissed and their earlobes nibbled. Light, feathery caresses up and
down the neck followed by gentle licks, no biting, will make a
female writhe with delight and a male stand at attention within
seconds.

GEMINI
May 22 - June 21
Ruling Planet: MERCURY

The swiftest God in the skies, who also happens to be in charge of
ultra-extreme raunchy talk. Talking about sex is Gemini's favorite
hobby and doing it comes a close second. Gemini's love flirting and
lap up attention from the opposite sex, but sometimes that's all
they're looking for. They need a lot of variety when it comes to
sex - dirty weekends away, a quickie in a shop doorway, serious
groping under the table at a fancy restaurant. A lot of Gemini's are
bisexual too and can often be drawn to those of the same sex.

FAVE POSITION
As long as it's different every time, they're not fussy, but if they
must choose, it's that naughty number right after 68, since they can
come up for air if they need to.

BEST SEX TOY
Any illustrated book about kinky sex, so Gemini can pick up
some wild, new ideas.

GEMINI MALE IN BED
He likes to give AND receive and can be quite inventive. He's a
lights on, in front of the mirror kinda guy and if you make a few
subtle noises and talk a wee bit dirty, he'll be very happy.

GEMINI FEMALE IN BED
She is more interested in IQ than private parts. If she can't
respect the intellect, then satisfaction is not possible for her.
She may sleep around forever and never find her true love and she is
not the most faithful of the signs. She likes sex on the run, in an
airplane toilet, in the storeroom at work, in the backseat of a
car....

THE BEST WAY TO TURN ON GEMINI
Focus on the shoulders, arms and legs of a Gemini and you're
headed for the good books. They love a good massage and their hands
are so sensitive that even having their fingernails played with
sends shivers up their spine! Kiss up and down each of your Gemini's
arms, sneak in a few licks, nips and nibbles. If you get one or two
yelps, then you know you're doing something right. Then, move onto
the fingers, slowly kiss, lick, nip and nibble each fingertip, then
pull out the killer move - suck on each finger, slowly, as if it's a
lollipop. I'll almost offer a money back guarantee on this one
working!

CANCER
June 22 - July 23
Ruling Planet: THE MOON

Which isn't a planet at all but the satellite responsible for this
water sign's many mood swings! Love and sex go together for Cancer.
They need to feel secure in love before they can relax in sex and
Cancer often feels a little bit guilty after doing the deed because
they usually associate sex with babies, especially the women, who
either get pregnant at the drop of a hat or take longer than usual.
All Cancers WANT to be parents! Cancers become sexually excited when
they feel secure. They are turned on by home cooked meals and
partners who love kids. In so many ways, Cancer is the dream partner!

FAVE POSITION
Any position that's comfortable and involves Cancer lying flat on
their back with all their sensitive areas exposed!

BEST SEX TOY
A drink or joint that will relax the overly-cautious crab!

CANCER MALE IN BED
He is a sensitive lover and will put his partner's needs before his
own. He has a tenderness about him that drives women wild! If the
Cancer guy decides he's in it for the long haul, he'll do whatever
it takes to keep his lover happy in and out of the bedroom. Oh, and
he's a BREAST man!!

CANCER FEMALE IN BED
She oozes sexiness and is born to mate!! Compliments and
kissing will win her over, so as you're nibbling on her ear,
whisper "you're so beautiful" to get her quivering. Perhaps the
Vincent (Big Brother) growl would work on a Cancer woman?

THE BEST WAY TO TURN ON CANCER
Concentrate on the breasts and pecs of Cancer to really get
them going. Start by kissing and brushing up against them.
Licking the Cancer female's nipple through her top will excite her,
but don't 'dive right in' coz you're likely to scare her.

It's the complete opposite for the Cancer male who will LOVE it if
you get straight to the point. Squeeze his pecs and bite his bod and
you'll have him bouncing off the walls in no time!

LEO
July 24 - August 23
Ruling Planet: THE SUN

Which isn't a planet at all, but a star, and just like Leo's
opinion of themselves, it's the center of our solar system! Leos can
be very 'into themselves' when they bonk. It's not that they don't
make their partner feel special, it's just that they often forget
about them as they secretly high-five themselves for scoring again!
Leo does actually want more from a partner than just sex though. Leo
wants love and friendship too. They can be very romantic, but when
they get into bed, it's not an experience they're about to have,
it's a show!

They like to perform... and they take requests! "Doing it" is the
ultimate stress buster for Leo and they are pretty damn good at it,
but they need constant praise for their outstanding performance.

FAVE POSITION
Receiving 'oral affections', since Leo is all about getting
serviced!

BEST SEX TOY
A camera, or a game of Strip Poker will get the cat purring or
perhaps you can use them both together!

LEO MALE IN BED
You are the King of the Jungle and expect to be treated that way!
You are a good lover because you don't like to fail at anything. You
are sexy and have an aura of sexiness that is difficult to deny.
But, you will let anyone adore you, so your partner has to make the
effort or you will pad off to your next Lioness!!

LEO FEMALE IN BED
You are elegant and sexy without even trying. Men love you and women
want to be you. You like to play cat and mouse with men and command
respect. In bed, you are a real panther and can scare the pants off
most men. You adore raw sex, so your
partner should go with you and enjoy it. You're a once in a
lifetime experience!

THE BEST WAY TO TURN ON LEO
A Leo's 'moan zone' is his or her back. First of all, ask your Leo
to roll onto his/her tummy. Start with a gentle scratch that runs
from the top of the ass to the base of the skull. I'm not talking
about tender tickles or a tantalizing tease - I mean a REAL back
scratch, coz if there's one thing cats love, it's a scratch!

After a minute or so, get out the massage oil and spill it into a
snakey pattern on Leo's back. Then rub all over. Keep doing this
until you know Leo is ready to roll over. If they start falling
asleep, give them a gentle prod in a delicate place! Once Leo is
ready to roll over, don't let them! Leo will be excited by your
control. YOU decide when it's time to 'flip your feline' over and
get into the good stuff!

VIRGO
August 24 - September 23
Ruling Planet: Mercury

The God in charge of intellect and speed... but don't worry
because Virgo likes to take their time in the sack!! Virgos have two
sides to their personality. The Virgin and the Vixen. They may want
you to THINK they are all sweet and
virginal, but they are definitely NOT! However, Virgos are looking
for a long term partner, not a one night stand or an affair! They
tend to seduce with finesse, charm and subtlety so you may not even
realize you're being lured by a Virgo!! Once Virgo has been in a
relationship for awhile, they get engrossed in housework and things
like that, which can cause a serious dip in libido. Do NOT let this
happen! They are definitely more of a "can we cuddle instead" sign
that a 'let's get it on!' one when committed.

FAVE POSITION
Almost anything, as long as it involves eye contact!

BEST SEX TOY
It's more of a game. Write down five wild sex acts and put them in a
bowl. Get Virgo to pick one out at random, and then do what you're
told!! Virgo LOVES spontaneous sexuality!

VIRGO MALE IN BED
You can be quite boring at times because you have set views on how a
woman should be. You don't mean to criticize or offend, but your
perfectionist ways may drive your lover loopy! You DO have some
kinky ideas though, but it is difficult to get to the bottom of your
passion! You are a creature of habit, so if your lover can get you
into the habit of sleeping with her, who knows what might happen?

VIRGO FEMALE IN BED
You are hardworking and careful about your appearance, but you
really do fantasize about getting down and dirty! You are a secret
romantic and crave the perfect lover. Since the perfect lover
doesn't exist, you'll take what you can get! You are quite insecure
and need a partner who will adore you. You have strong passion
beneath that practical exterior and are just waiting for someone to
unearth it!

THE BEST WAY TO TURN ON VIRGO
Virgo's have a VERY sexually sensitive tummy!! If you wanna
make them putty in your hands, stroke, lick and kiss their
stomach!! The area from the bellybutton DOWN! Once you have
them squirming, you can have anything you want!! Just
remember to keep one hand on their tummy at all times!!

LIBRA
September 24 - October 23
Ruling Planet: Venus

The planet in charge of beauty, love peace, and stirring
sensuality Libra is one of the sexiest signs in the zodiac, but if
Libra can't get what they want from one lover, they will opt for
two! They are notorious for having double standards in that
situation too. They'll look you in the eye and say "never cheat on
me, cuz I would never do it to you", even when they have a hot night
of passion planned with someone else! Librans are more turned
on 'giving' than 'receiving'. They have a big heart and are the
least
selfish sign of the Zodiac.

Libras are not very open about their thoughts or fantasies. They'd
rather say nothing than tell the truth and offend or embarrass you.
In bed, it takes a while for them to be comfortable enough to tell
you exactly what they want.

FAVE POSITION
As long as they are lying down, they're happy!

BEST SEX TOY
K.Y. Jelly. I will say no more!

LIBRA MALE IN BED
The Libra man sees sex as an exciting adventure and he'd be
very keen to do it in kinky places like a restaurant toilet! He
likes being a bad boy if there's a chance he might get caught. He'll
try out any fantasy you have, but whether or not you can keep a
tight hold on his heart remains to be seen. However, he can be a bit
of a pushover, and is perfect husband material, and he'd prefer his
lover to take the lead. He is romantic and considerate but may
suffer from Premature Ejaculation!

LIBRA FEMALE IN BED
The only thing that separates Libra men and women is what's
between their legs! Libra girl wants a strong man who
understands that she needs her individuality and freedom. She is
turned off by burping, farting, and bad breath.. Good personal
hygiene is crucial if you want to get to 2nd base. Librans are very
good at lying to get their own way. When your Libra girl groans in
bed, look into her eyes to make sure she's not 'faking it'.

THE BEST WAY TO TURN ON LIBRA
Libra's Love Zone is their lower back and butt, so please,
squeeze and pat your Libra's butt whenever you get a chance.
When you're kissing, reach under his or her top and stroke the lower
part of their back, starting in the middle and working your way down
to their butt. Take your time and be gentle! To really drive your
Libra wild? Have you ever heard of the term 'Rimming'??? Does it
surprise you that a high percentage of Libras are gay?

SCORPIO
October 24 - November 22
Ruling Planet: PLUTO

The Roman God of the dead, beginnings and endings. Which
basically means that Scorpios add novel differences to any
relationship. Scorpios are very possessive. They will tense up if
you even LOOK at another hottie across the room. But they can be
relied on to always be there for you if you need them. You may never
really know what your Scorpio is thinking though, because to them,
Knowledge is power and they are very good at putting on a straight
face to cover up any emotion they are feeling. Scorpios love sex.
The dirtier, the better. Get them excited by rvealing your filthiest
fantasy and offering to act it out.

FAVE POSITION:
Anything, as long as it involves dominating your ass.

BEST SEX TOY:
Ben Wah Balls for the girls, and a Riding Crop for the boys

SCORPIO MALE IN BED
His sexuality is so strong, it will make you dizzy!! If you are
lucky enough to be with a Scorpio boy, you will always be
satisfied!! There's a rumour that the Scorpio man is the most
skilled in bed. It's as true as a black man has a giant wang!!! Most
are pretty good!! The only thing you don't wanna do is piss him off.
Every little thing u do that he doesn't like, he will file away in
his little mental rolodex. Piss him off one too many times, and he
will wreak his revenge!!!

SCORPIO FEMALE IN BED
She may look like a quiet, shy girl, but in bed she is NOT! She is a
wildly passionate woman, who is DYNAMO is the bedroom. Just don't
piss her off either, cuz she can more vengeful than a Scorpio man,
and she has no problem causing a scene! Don't talk about other
women, or play hard to get, because she will get you back, and it's
a game of one-upmanship you will never win.

THE BEST WAY TO TURN ON SCORPIO
Since this is one of the horniest signs, it makes sense that their
moan zone is between their legs! Then again, their big head (or
their mind) is just as easy to turn on. Talking dirty and teasing
your Scorpio will get them ready and randy in a flash!! Without
getting too graphic, the magic words for today are RUB, RUB, RUB.

SAGITTARIUS
November 23 - December 22
Ruling Planet: JUPITER

God of money, luck and good times between the sheets. Sagos are
playful, laid back and oh-so fun to party with. They are wild, and
may be the BADDEST party people you ever meet! One thing to be wary
of is that Sagos like to talk BULLSHIT! Don't believe everything
they tell you because they are kings at 'talking it up'. Sagos
probably make better friends than lovers, but if you happen to score
a one-nighter with them, be prepared to do stuff you've NEVER done
before! Sagos are spontaneous and adventurous and most have probably
been caught doing it somewhere public. When they find the right
lover, they will give it 100% as long as the commitment is returned.

FAVE POSITION:
They are up for anything. Quality AND Quantity.

BEST SEX TOY:
Handwrite a sexual fantasy of yours and leave it on their pillow.
You'll be surprised at what happens next!

SAGITTARIAN MALE IN BED
Even if he's fat, balding and middle aged, he can still pull the
chicks. It's his love and pursuit of happiness that draws the babes
to him. Think "Austin Powers" baby, yeah! He is a wee bit selfish
though, so be prepared for an "all about me" attitude in the sack.
He LOVES doing it, and if you start holding out on him, he's likely
to get it somewhere else. He will either amaze his partner with his
sexual expertise or be absolute trash in bed!

SAGITTARIAN FEMALE IN BED
The Sago woman is a handful! She changes her mind more
often than she shaves her armpits, is blunt, oversensitive and takes
offense at the strangest things. She's adventurous in the bedroom
and also has no problems cheating if her needs are not fulfilled.
But can u handle her open-minded sexuality? She will hide her
emotions from you, but don't make the mistake of hiding yours from
her. She's looking for someone she can trust 100%, but is quite
hypocritical since she can be very untrustworthy herself.

THE BEST WAY TO TURN ON SAGITTARIUS
Hips and thighs are extremely sensual for a Sago, so
concentrate on massaging and stroking that area and the place in
between! Don't be afraid to ask your Sago if you're doing it right
cuz they would LOVE to tell you! The best way to get them going is
to grope their inner thigh in a public place!

CAPRICORN
December 23 - January 20
Ruling Planet: SATURN

The God who oversees time, discipline and dedication, which
means Capricorn can go the distance - with major staying power - in
bed and beyond!! Capricorns are very good at hiding their emotions,
so it's often hard to tell when they are truly, deeply in love. If
you have a load of cash, you can almost bet on admiration from a
Capricorn because the goat is turned on by money. Like I said
before, Capricorn has great sexual stamina and the ability to go all
night if they want to!

FAVE POSITION:
Spooning! Goat boys and girls love to take, or be taken from
behind.

BEST SEX TOY:
An office desk to "bond" on, or an erotic video will loosen up the
randy goat.

CAPRICORN MALE IN BED
Imagination isn't a strong suit for Capricorn so don't expect
acrobatics in the sack. Sex with him could possibly be as boring as
watching paint dry and he tends to be a little bit selfish in that
area too. BUT you can definitely count on him to be faithful if he
has committed to you.

CAPRICORN FEMALE IN BED
She is strong and confident and likes to run the show! She's a tough
nut to crack but once inside her shell, she's as sweet as caramel.
Her fave position may be missionary, but she seeks excitement in new
locations, so experiment with different venues to keep it
interesting.

THE BEST WAY TO TURN ON CAPRICORN
Capricorns are the most anal signs of the zodiac, so buttering them
up will take a bit of effort. Believe it or not, their erotic area
is the knees! Lightly stroke their legs, paying close attention to
the knee region. Licking, kissing, and nibbling the area will get
them squirming.

The NEWS

I was lying in bed with Daniel on Wednesday when the phone rang, about 4:45 PM. I looked at the caller ID and this is what it said: SCAD. I had to answer it. The caller answered like this,"Hi Ms. (my name removed to protect), this is {} from Savannah College of Art and Design. I just wanted to congratulate you in case you haven't received your acceptance letter yet......" I don't remember much more about the call. The feeling of stupefied disbelief was just too much to bear. I just began to cry. My lifelong dream of attending SCAD had come true. How the hell I got accepted is beyond me. My college grades have been uneven at best. But now, here I am, accepted to one of the best art school in the nation and now paying for it is the only thing standing in my way.

Long long week

I have had a pretty eventful week. Daniel came down Wednesday and we did the whole Star Wars blitz: the midnight showing at the average Lexington Green cinema, and the 6:30 the next day showing at the stellar Hamburg Pavilion. The joy I have felt the past 5 days has been just overwhelming. This has been the longest period of time I have spent with one man for a long time. The fact that we didn't kill each other actually proves we have a future, a real one. He is very forgiving of my many shortcomings, and for that I am grateful. We went to the Rocker's party this weekend as well, and it was fun to see his reaction to wholesale nudity and depravity. Daniel is rather shy, and had some problems talking to some of the women there. I didn't play myself because he didn't. It would not have been fair. We spent today just making love and downloading stuff. Now is the time we will start to try to figure out how to merge our lives I think, especially since I got some pretty momentous news Wednesday.

Open letter to Renee Zellweger (tongue in cheek)

Dear Stupid Cunt:
What the Hell are you thinking?!? For two years you had the most sublime example of the male gender on this planet, and you threw him away. For what: cornpone country cock. Jesus woman, I would kill and maim anything or anyone in my path for 5 MINUTES with Jack White, and you dropped him like a used tampon. He is everything that is brilliant and magical, and you didn't want him. So lets break this down: you dump Heaven, then date Damien Rice for about a nanosecond. Along comes Kenny Chesney, and you up and marry the guy after only 4 months. Hmmm three men in 8 months. Smells like desperation. Hearing that biological clock ticking are we dear? 36 and never been married kinda scare you?
But that's ok..go ahead and enjoy it while it lasts. Meanwhile, Ill be dialing Satan for a chance to heal Jacks heart, Bitch.

LYRICS ALERT>>>!!!!

It is no big secret that White Stripes are the band that rock my world. I have had my knickers in a bunch for weeks waiting for the first song of the album to be released..and I wasn't disappointed. Rumor had it Jack had gone soft since going producer. Trust me he's just as fine as ever.

White Stripes - Blue Orchid

You got a reaction
You got a reaction didn't, you?
You took a white orchid
You took a white orchid turned it blue

Something better than nothing
Something better than nothing, it's giving up
We all need to do something
Try keep the truth from showing up

How dare you
How old are you now, anyway?
How dare you
How old are you now, anyway?

You're given a flower
But I guess there's just no pleasing you
Your lips tastes sour
But you think that it's just me teasing you

You got a reaction
You got a reaction, didn't you?
You took a white orchid
You took a white orchid turned it blue

Get behind me
Get behind me now, anyway
Get behind me
Get behind me now, anyway

You got a reaction
You got a reaction, didn't you?
You took a white orchid
You took a white orchid turned it blue

Cool Band Alert!!

I got an IM from a member of the band Perigee (http://www.betarecords.com/artist.php?artist=perigee), a unit out of Connersville, IN. I went to the website to check them out, and I was quite impressed. They have three songs you can check out, my personal fave was "Happy". If you like original bands that rock, these guys are for you. I look forward to seeing them at The Dame this summer hopefully.

PROFILE
Career: Band / Ensemble
Genre: Rock, Top 40, Alternative
Repertoire: Original
Contact: (765) 821 - 2108
Email: perigee@betarecords.com
Website: n/a
Location: United States of America - IN - 47331

Beltane and an "oh Shit" moment part I

Daniel came down to spend time with me on Friday night, so he could take me and the bar set up to another Prestonsburg swing party. Mr. Cool was having domestic problems, and wanted us to take the bar on ahead in case he couldn't make it (he ended up not making it). We ended up going to Yamamoto's for dinner, since he hadn't been to a Japanese steak house in a while. Even though my asthma was killing me and I kept coughing, it was a glorious meal. It had been so very very long since I had went out with someone I had so much pent up passion and affection for. He was attentive and affectionate and funny and tender. We then went over to Mr. Cool's and sat in his hot tub in the rain with a bottle of Asti Spumanti, one of the truest romantic moments I've ever had. The rest of the night consisted of lovemaking and downloading music from my personal collection. The next day we went to the party. I sat up the bar after a few hours and the party was on. I told myself I could not be selfish with him, and I told him he was free to play with others. So he did and I bartended. I didn't feel mad or deprived at all. I was actually pleased at my open mindedness. The party was awesome and the tips were good and friends were all around. I went to our cabin after I closed the bar after 1 am, and he came up there to make sure I was ok and to neck. I told him it was fine for him to go back to the party since I was so tired. He sounded guilty I wasn't playing too, but I reminded him of why I wasn't: I was on my period, and I only really wanted to play with him by my choice. So I talked with some of our cabin mates for an hour then went to bed.

The trouble started at 6 am. I woke up to realize my friend Antoine had passed out in bed beside me and was snoring my ears off. Not Daniel. I got up and went to the other empty bed. I felt achy from the fatigue and the asthma and allergies. Then I felt it: jealousy. I was disappointed he wasn't with me, but someone else. The OH Shit moment had arrived. I knew then I was falling in love with him. And there was nothing I could do to stop it even if I wanted to. So I cried, both for the fact that I had let myself become vunerable again, and out of guilt for feeling jealous...

Beltane and an "oh Shit" moment part II

I realized it was Beltaine, so I decided to do my ceremony to ask for guidance. It went something like this," Dearest Mother Aphrodite (my patroness), please guide me to see that I do not need to feel insecure about Daniel. Please help me to see that what we feel for each other is real, and is right and good to pursue. Please give me a sign as to where this I all going and how I should go further...". I then heard the front door of the cabin open, and two people entered. One was female and really drunk. Daniel walked in to see if there was an empty bed. There wasn't so he left her on the couch. He then came to bed and sounded so sorry he hadn't been there, but he was taking care of a friend who showed up after I had left and had gotten wasted. Then he held me tight, and told me his feelings were getting really really deep for me and did I feel the same. My response was that I was glad he said it because I wanted to say the same thing. We held each other, and it was like coming home, and like answered prayers.

4 years ago today.

April 28, 2001

It rained buckets. Water was ankle deep in places, and Key West is not known for it's drainage. We lived 5 blocks away from El Siboney, and John wanted to go there for his birthday dinner. He was in remission but the treatments had left his once barrel frame of 220 lbs down to 123. He was skeletal and unable to walk more than a few feet. So I helped him into the wheelchair he detested, and we walked. And it poured endless gallons of water on our heads. We got there and they offered us towels, and teased John by carding him for his one beer (against doctors orders). We both ate Pallomina Steak and plantains (sp?). I took him home full and contented to leftover birthday cake from the previous weekend's trip to La Tratoria's with his sister and brother in law, a much less festive affair, since they were threatening to take him out of my care. It was a simple birthday, and the next year's (and last)birthday was with his kids, and very noisy. He said the rainy birthday was his favorite.
Well baby it's raining today, but cold instead of steamy. I'm in my apartment waiting for takeout salad and Survivor to come on ( a fave of yours). I am living a life now you would never have approved of. You would not recognize me now, looks or personality wise. But know this: men may come and men may go in my life, but I will never love as fiercely as I loved, and still love, you. I will love differently, passionately, but never again fiercely. Happy birthday baby.

Poetry alert on John's 56th Birthday

Kelly from Dilletante, a good but far flung friend of mine, left this on a coment from my last post. Since today would have been John's 56th birthday, I considered it very sweet of her to post it and extremely timely.

"I was reading a book of pagan poetry, and came across this:

HEARTSTONE By Patricia Wellington-Jones

Years after her husband died
she placed crushed mugwort in her left nostril,
stepped into the labyrinth, trod
the gravel path between lines of stone
A few twists an acorn rolling
between thumb and warm palm, she was surprised
to find her late love beside her deliberate steps.
the sun beat on her hated head, the path
wound and wound and wound.
After several turns she stopped resisting.
let him fill her body with tears
she'd long thought shed. Stunned
at an outer ring, her feet refused to move.
Amid rough lava and mica-chipped stone,
one not-too-large river cobble: smooth
and gray, inviting her fingers, with a heart
sunken in the matrix of white. She felt her love
take her hand, lead her to the center. There,
in a rock hollow, she added the acorn to lichen
cedar tip, faded flowers.
Expecting to feel calmed, she started
the outward trek, found tears spilling over
at the heartstone. With a sense of sacriledge,
she fished a tissue from her jeans and,
in one sharp blast, blew away the tears--
and mugwort. A final pat of stone,
a few steps further on the gravel, her hair lifted
in the refreshing breeze. She felt her husband's
smile rise over the oaks. Pace still deliberate,
heart and feet light, she stepped quickly from the guidance of the labyrinth
to the tangle of everyday."

Thanks Kelly :D

Water under the bridge-9 days

I realize I haven't been posting much, in fact for 9 days. I've been pondering what can happen in such a short time. In 9 days a new pope can be elected. Two small children can wander away from a home in Georgia, never to return. A chance to help start a business can fall into one's lap. A new possible love can begin to take root. I suppose I have been just swamped with too much to handle at once, and needed time to absorb it all in. I have been faithfully keeping up with Kelly's (dilettante) and Clint's(bluefairlane) blogs with a mix of pride of knowing them and jealousy of their prolific writing skills. Tomorrow John would have been 56 years old. I had my first encounter with a million dollar race horse, only for it to try to bite my left breast off lol.
In short, I feel like a piece of silly putty that can be enlarged by bulling in all directions. The putty can never be uniformly enlarged, and is always misshapen. But stretch it does in new directions.

Kentucky in Springtime and the allergies are in bloom..

I just about drowned in my own nasal fluids this weekend after whatever pretty flower or tree it was that does this bloomed. Spring is my favorite time of year, I absolutely adore the flowers; forsynthia, dogwoods, wisteria, etc. But they don't love me. I am an allergy sufferer that lives in the worst state for allergies in the US. Yes I am a moron. It's kinda hard to work either job when one is coughing up chunks of lung. So for the second time in as many weeks, I went to the fucking doctor's office. 40 bucks worth of co-pay later, I'm on Zyrtec. I haven't taken it yet, I'm waiting for dinner first. Maybe one day I will wise up and move back to Wyoming where allergies don't exist....

Nope Im not lost, call off the search party!!!

I know I have been short of posting the last few weeks. Im working two jobs now so no free time. I have been reading my friends blogs, and have been delighted on how spring has been decent to us all. My friendship with Daniel grows daily, and makes me happy. So I'm short of posting material, but knowing me, something will happen sooner or later:P

Daniel

YIKES!!!

I'm having a full blown, Danger Will Robinson moment. I went to a swing party in Prestonsburg, KY this weekend to bartend and play. I have decided not to do the second job during swing parties. It was suggested to me by a wise reader that I needed to have a spiritual-sexual outlet, and the swing parties will be it. So Mr. Cool, shackup, and myself got to Jenny Wiley State Park
(http://parks.ky.gov/jwiley2.htm) around 7 ish to met up with our friends who were hosting the party. Mr. Cool had rented a cabin beside theirs so the party could overflow one to the other. Anyway, we walked in and along with our friends there was a local there who was interested in the group: Daniel. He was, at first look, about my age, 5'9ish, dark hair and eyes. I was looking at him and warning bells started ringing, which I took note of but didn't really listen to. We started talking about computers, which snowballed to witchcraft (He had studied it) and books (we ended up having read the same obscure ones). More alarm bells, and more dismissal of them. He ended up getting stuck behind some parked cars and stayed talking to 3am. The next day I went hiking with more friends, but kept thinking about him. I decided if I played, he was going to be it. Daniel had another party so he didn't show up until later that night. As for the party, I bartened for tips, had lots of guys flirt. It was a good time. Then he walked through the door about midnight. I made it a point to close the bar at 12:30. There was another guy wanting to play with me, but he had been with 3 others in the space of 5 hours, so I wasn't interested. This guy persisted, so I caught Daniel in the bathroom and asked if he wanted to meet me outside to go to the other cabin and play. He agreed to my delight, and we went to the other cabin.

Now long-suffering readers will remember the incredibly good time I had at the Valentine's day dance with Tyler. Daniel turned into being a million times better. I was in heaven for 2 hours. Then we ended up at the other cabin with a room to ourselves, and ended up collapsing at 6 am. He was loving and kind and there was a chemistry there I hadn't felt in a LONG TIME, hence the warning alarms. I have been home about an hour and already got a quick note from him. He doesn't know that I'm an escort. He lives in John's Creek, 3 hours away from me. There are so many many ways this could kick the shit out of my heart. Daniel is the first guy I have had this feeling about in a long long time. All I can think is that he has the potential to turn my crazy world even more upside down. And yet....I am waiting for his IM feeling wistful: and ignoring those damn mental alarms:P

Living in the moment, and a lyrics alert at the same time!

"Blue Sky"
The Allman Brothers

Walk along the river, sweet lullaby, it just keeps on flowing,
It don't worry 'bout where it's going, no, no.
Don't fly, mister blue bird, I'm just walking down the road,
Early morning sunshine tell me all I need to know

You're my blue sky, you're my sunny day.
Lord, you know it makes me high when you turn your love my way,
Turn your love my way, yeah.

Good old sunday morning, bells are ringing everywhere.
Goin to Carolina, it won't be long and I'll be there

You're my blue sky, you're my sunny day.
Lord, you know it makes me high when you turn your love my way,
Turn your love my way, yeah.


I have been on an euphoric high for days. I have no idea what the hell is going on with me. It might be the fact that for the first time in years I'm not worrying about money. Maybe its the pure energy of exercise. My friend John claims he is sending me healing energy, which is possible. He packs some mean mojo. The best way to explain the feeling is that I feel serene. I got a comment from Outcast asking me if this was the way I was going to live my life, or just live in the moment and see what happens. Well the answer is this: if this is what it feels like to live in the moment, then the moment is where I will stay. Until the circle turns again.

Death and life and death.

My grandmother always says that with the rebirth of spring death steps up the pace. Saul Bellow. Terri Schiavo. Pope JP II. Prince Rainier. Plus millions of others not so famous or infamous. I suppose when Persephone returns from Hades, there's some sort of trade. The sap rises, and the decay of the previous year feeds the new growth. The lessons we have learned from the lives of those leaving feed and sustain us (if we are wise enough to listen). I wouldn't mind dying in the spring. The last vision in my eyes being the blooming flowers, hopefully the first roses of the season. Everything fresh and green and wholesome. Sprinkle my ashes partially with the roses, the rest in the sea. And I would be pleased.

Some thoughts

Wikipedia(http://en.wikipedia.org)has a interesting definition of the word "Hierodule"

"In ancient Greece and Anatolia a hierodule, from Greek hiero- "holy" and doule "female slave", was a temple slave in the service of a specific deity, often with the connotation of religious prostitution. The priestesses of Inanna were known to be hierodules.
Among some neopagans, a hierodule may be a priestess who has sex in the role of whichever Goddess she serves in the divine union of hieros gamos."

My buddies at Merriam-Webster Online Dictionary are, as always, more direct:
"Main Entry: hi·ero·dule
Pronunciation: 'hI-(&-)rO-"dü(&)l, hI-'er-&-, -"dyü(&)l
Function: noun
Etymology: Late Latin hierodulus, from Greek hierodoulos, from hieron temple + doulos slave
: a slave or prostitute in the service of a temple (as in ancient Greece)"

I have been ruminating on this word for two weeks, as I have taken to being an escort. I will categorically state that I have no shame in what I am doing. I have met men that I would never EVER meet anywhere else. All of them (so far) have been educated, successful, intelligent men. I have been feted, complemented, and showered with attention. Once I was compared to a Renaissance painting (Ruebens naturally LOL) and called every variation of beautiful. Trust me, this is healing the inner Ugly Teenager that has been rampaging for several years. Far from feeling badly, I'm trying to figure out how to do this as my sole method of bread winning and painting in my spare time. Then as I was reading on the net and the word hierodule popped out. Is this what I am, or was at some point. I feel a spiritual communion during the act of sex. Love will always be the most essential ingredient to making sex perfect. But, this is satisfying a deep spiritual need as well as financial one. And, I seem to be very good at it. So where will this go? I don't know yet. I do know that this has opened a door into my psyche that wont close anytime soon.

Poetry alert!!

I was sent forth from the power,
and I have come to those who reflect upon me,
and I have been found among those who seek after me,
Look upon me, you who reflect upon me,
and you hearers, hear me.
You who are waiting for me, take me to yourselves
And do not banish me from your sight…

For I am the first and the last
I am the honored one and the scorned one,
I am the whore and the holy one…

I am the silence that is incomprehensible
and the idea whose remembrance is frequent.
I am the voice whose sound is manifold
and the word whose appearance is multiple.
I am the utterance of my name…

Excerpts from "The Thunder, Perfect Mind",
THE NAG HAMMADI LIBRARY

Ranting...Terri Schiavo

In 2001, I was sitting in a doctors office in Key West Florida with my husband as he went through chemotherapy. We were surrounded by other cancer patients, since Key West has only one Hemo-Oncologist (to Dr. Stephen and Mary Catherine Krathan, all my love and thanks). On the TV comes a story about Terri Schiavo's case. That opened up a huge discussion in that Chemo suite about life, death, and the quality and dignity of both. Later, at the Hospice of the Keys (http://www.hospicevna.com/) this was also the conversation at the cancer support group. The main theme was how does one die as well as one lives? And who makes that choice. All in that room were luckier than Terri Schiavo: death was not a stranger and it was always outside our door. If one of the patients in that room died, it would have been welcome and embraced, but would not have been a surprise. All were, in some way, prepared. Several friends died that year, and my husband the following year. I faced the unimaginable duty of signing the papers to have my husband taken off life support because there was no hope left. His children, brother and sister supported my choice and there was a united front looking at him when he died. But in the end, only I was the sole bearer of the responsibility of carrying out John's wishes.

It is in that way I am infuriated and sickened by the whole Terri Schiavo case. Michael Schiavo has looked at the shell of what was his wife for 15 years. He grieved her. He knew her wishes. There are some things you do not share with your parents, and who would have shared death issues with a parent at her age at that time? The Christian right is arguing about the sanctity of life, but what about the sanctity of marriage? When someone becomes incapacitated, the responsibility doesn't just fall back to the family, its the spouse who ultimately bears the burden alone. I was lucky in that my husband was a articulate man with strong opinions who was educated on life and death issues and let his wished be know to all involved. Terri Schaivo was young and to all appearances healthy, and what happened to her was a tragedy. Her parents have let that tragedy linger for 15 years. They aren't trying to save her life, they are prolonging a death that should have happened years ago. They are trying to make themselves feel less guilty by trying to convince others Terri is there and can be helped. How can any parent want their child to live in that state? No dignity, no memory, no communication. They are flying in the face of the majority of the medical profession on her condition. I cannot presume to know the pain of losing a child. But I can imagine the pain Michael Schiavo has endured for years knowing he alone is responsible to carry out what she ultimately wanted to do. Yes he could have just divorced her and walked away years ago. I am more impressed that he has stayed for years trying to keep Terri's wishes upheld. People have criticized him for having a relationship with children while she was living. Her brain quit functioning 15 years ago. He held out hope for years, and nothing. He has gone through the fire of grief, and had come out on the other side. I pose these questions to you. Would you want your husband or wife to be alone the rest of their lives grieving you? My husband didn't even want me to grieve; he simply wanted me to put his memory away and live my life, and that would honor him enough. In closing this rant I will put to you a discussion I had with my step-sons a year or so later when this case once again reared its ugly head. And I will unequivocally state it here:

If my step-sons would have tried with me concerning their dad what Terri Schiavo's is doing to her, I would have caught their heads turned and smothered him with a pillow and gone to jail with a clear conscience, knowing he would have wanted to die rather than live without dignity.