I am one urban dyke transplanted to the wilds of Kentucky who has received the honor of writing about the movement of which I am a part. There is no “typical” representative of us, so I write from my experience and knowledge, having lived in a rural lesbian community for over ten years. In this… Read More Lesbian International Community: Is This For You?
I chose these quotes from amongst many. I included one from Rita Mae Brown. Her lesbian novel, “Ruby Fruit Jungle” was the first lesbian novel I read. I went on to read the dark and desperate novel, “The Well of Loneliness.” I was so glad that I read Ruby Fruit Jungle first! -Girls who put… Read More Lesbian Quotes by Famous Lesbians
Christine Quinn, an open and married lesbian is running for Major of New York City. If she wins, it will be the first time in twenty years since a Democrat takes the position. Michael Bloomberg has been in office for twelve years. In the mayorial race is Anthony Weiner, who became infamous when he emailed… Read More Lesbian Victories in US Politics
On January 4, 2014, two Chinese lesbians will be celebrating their first wedding anniversary. Who are they? It is not possible to provide names as the lesbian couple ‘married’ in China. January 4, 2013 was an auspicious day on which to get married in China, according to the China Daily. The date sounds similar to… Read More First Public Chinese Lesbian Wedding
1. All lesbians hate men. Fact: It’s a myth that all lebsians hate men. The fact that a woman is sexually and emotionally attracted to another woman has absolutely nothing to do with men. Most lesbians carry on long-lasting and emotionally satisfying friendships with men. 2. Some lesbians want to be men. Fact: Lesbians who… Read More Myths About Lesbians
These, in my mind, are just basic common sense and loving ways to treat anyone. If your partner has these traits, then you are very fortunate. As they are read, it is a good check list to know if your darling is treated the same way by you. 1. She doesn’t try to change you.… Read More Are You With the Right Lesbian Partner?
What do you do if you know that you are a lesbian in Pakistan? A city is your only hope for freedom and a chance to find a woman to love. Cities also allow women to wear blue jeans and cut their hair short. Universities are places to challenge society in dress and speech. By… Read More Lesbians, Pakistan Islamist Society & Honour Killings
Japanese lesbians are celebrating the love of women, but in a quieter manner than their Western counterparts. In fact, it is hard to find any literature or art on lesbianism in Japan. Homosexual males fair better since there are considerable more written works on the subject. Why? Japanese society seems to be hard on females.… Read More Japanese Lesbians: Alive- but in the Shadows
Israeli seems to be the most progressive country in the Middle East when it comes to homosexual rights. Lesbians can serve in the military, adopt a child born to her current partner by artificial insemination from an anonymous sperm donor. Israel only recognizes marriage performed by religious institutions. This means that both heterosexuals (who don’t… Read More Living as a Lesbian and Gay in Israel
Women who like women are called lesbians. We are women who find other women sexually attractive. We are women who feel emotionally and mentally close to women. We are women who prefer women as partners (or lovers?). As lesbians, we are not alone. One out of every 10 adolescents is a lesbian or a gay.… Read More Am I Lesbian?
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