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what I’m reading
Ten inexpensive items to keep in your pantry
Lentil, beans, oats, rice, onions, spices… yeah! Learn how to cook so you don’t die or become obese.
Today CA considers the “ex-gay therapy” bill – CNN reports on survivors
Pleased by the usage of “survivors” here, since many who go to “reparative” therapy for being gay either become depressed or attempt suicide. (Not too surprising since the entire therapy is based off of denying who you are and forcing yourself to become something different.)
A new study about why religion exists shows that those who are religious show more self-control and the ability to delay gratification
And then when they finally give in they feel twice as bad about it as non-religious people, amiright? These “what is religion for?” studies are always interesting to probe into the idea of religion, but I’m still not convinced there is a “god part of the brain.”
Weight now plays a role in refused organ donations
The number one reason I have a hard time with body acceptance? We’re so fucking fat in America. With obesity rates potentially growing to 42% by 2030, do you need any more reason to click on the first link and then run to the store?
Get hired doing what you love?
Also known as: social networking and start gaining experience as soon as you’re born. Okay, cynical.
Keep your butt clean, word.
I have a lot of blemishes on my buttcheeks. I don’t sweat a lot or anything and I shower daily.. Why and what can I do about it?
Exfoliating is a great way to help prevent and get rid of back and butt acne (bacne) – ! To exfoliate your skin, get a scrub and rub the scrub onto your skin while you’re in the shower. I really like St. Ives Apricot Scrub. You can also use your regular soap with a loofa (some have handles which can make access easier) – a washcloth – or shower gloves. Some people make their own scrubs at home by using mixes of salts or sugars, honey, vaseline… though if you’re unfamiliar with scrubs it might be easier to pick up a scrub your first time to get a hang of it.
It’s also important to remember to wear clean, breathable clothing, and to change sheets often. All of these things will contribute to cleaner skin, and less blemishes!
Lastly, check to make sure that you aren’t allergic to any products you use. It’s also important to use products made for sensitive skin if you have sensitive skin, which you might. Check your soaps and shampoos to make sure none of these products are at major fault for clogging your poor pores.
pornography
I have to write a paper on pornography. Got any good porn resources? Books, articles, research, etc.?
Unfortunately I don’t think I’ve ever done a research paper on pornography itself, so I don’t have anything off the top of my head. I also haven’t read any books specifically on porn, although there are some out there. I did read Jenna Jamesons book, but that’s not necessarily a peer reviewed resource. Ahem. I would suggest hitting up the usual spots. If you have time to check out books from the library still, search on amazon for books about pornography. Check out google scholar, as well.
I would recommend using sources primarily from the past couple of years as the viewpoint of pornography changes pretty frequently. The studies that are coming out now might also be more… interesting, than studies that came out in a time where internet pornography wasn’t as prevalent. Those are some things I could keep in mind as you look.
Good luck!
questions (answered)
how do you feel about astrology?
I honestly don’t know anything about astrology aside from horoscopes. My opinion about horoscopes falls somewhere around “Hey, that’s cool, it would probably relate to absolutely anyone who read it.” It is something I would definitely like to read more about to learn about what it actually is and what the beliefs are. Any great book suggestions? Leave ‘em in the comment box.
how would you bring food into the bed?
Keep away from the stereotypical chocolate sauce/whip cream on the genitalia if you want to avoid yeast infections. Instead, keep a plate of food near the side of the bed for snacks during breaks or as pre-sex appetizers. Champagne? Strawberries? Tortilla chips? Sex can be a workout, no one is going to blame you for wanting a snack to keep going. Chocolate can also be a great companion food to tongue kissing. If you want to really implement it, try placing food around your body (sushi? pieces of fruit? chocolate squares? a whole bag of cheese itz?) for your partner to eat off before they can devour you.
where can I find more information about the legal age of consent?
Here is the wikipedia page by country/region [link]
how do you feel about obama endorsing same sex marriage?
It feels like he got cornered and had to confess (finally confess) how he really felt about the issue. About time, I guess? Like a lot of people, I can’t perceive any reasonable reasons why equal rights aren’t already afforded to same-sex couples. I’m curious how it will progress as a dominating theme in his campaign, and have mixed feelings about that if it does. I don’t think the issue should be a highlighted political point. Not because I don’t think it’s important, but because I’m so frustrated about the entire thing. The fact that it’s 2012 and our presidents are using whether or not equal rights should be afforded as a debate question is asinine.
cheating (last reminder)
I’ll be doing a post about cheating within the next week and am looking for people who have cheated on partners current or past, emotionally or physically. If you’re open to me using examples from your experience/s, please email me at suggestivetongue@gmail.com with some information on why you did it, how you felt before/during/after. Particular emphasis on the “why” – I’m looking to write a post about cheating from the perspective of the people who do it, to bring light to the real reasons that infidelity happens, or potentially how it can be prevented (from the perspective of the cheated, and the cheater.)
Thank you, and let me know if you have any questions.
