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Vibrators evolve from steam-powered to steamy PG. 8 Webcam Girls go viral PG. 12 Virgins need love too PG. 15 Columbia's most eligible singles are looking for love PG. 20
You must be tired because you've been streaming through my rSS feed all day... Staff Masthead
today Sex goes beyond just between the sheets. From sexting to Snapchatting to geolocating your next blow job, technology is enriching our interactions with one another. But as our online intercourse becomes more and more sophisticated, the lines between connecting in the real world and connecting through the virtual world are beginning to blur. In honor of the most romantic day of the year, The Chronicle has decided to give you an unrated, unadulterated view into the way millennials choose coitus from the comfort of
their desktops. Complete with your most eligible bachelors and bachelorettes, answers to your sex questions and your own embarrassing sexcapades, we decided to explore our own interconnectivity on campus and feature you in the issue—because it's all about a little give and take. From a profile on cam girls to an inside look at a date with a sugar daddy to the evolution of vibrators, we hope our sexy stories and titillating tales provide a new window into sex in the digital age.
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– The Columbia Chronicle staff
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SEX advice
February 10, 2014
Photo Illustration by Anthony Soave
Our resident sexticians Brawny bachelor and Sassy Seductress answer all your burning sex questions Q: Are you two sex experts or something? Brawny & Sassy: We're not experts on paper, but in other people's words, we are masters of the craft. Q: If you think someone is into you and clearly flirting, how do you approach them to have casual sex? S: It's all about the eyebrows. You give them the look and they should know what's up. Once you hit it once they keep coming back … if you're good. B: Approach them as you would approach anyone you find attractive. Be a gentleman/lady and ask them out. You're the captain of your own ship. You'll steer your encounter as long as the wind allows it. Q: If you are a guy and are too drunk to get it up, what is a less embarrassing excuse to tell your partner? S: Maybe you should fall asleep. At least you'll have a wet dream. B: Ernest Hemingway said that hesitation increases in relation to the risk. In other words, let them know how drunk you are or forever run the risk of making them feel unwanted. Q: Sassy, what is a polite way to get someone to leave after sex when you don't want to hang out anymore? S: Customer service is very important but once the customer completes their purchase, you are no longer liable. In other words, "Thank you, come again" (if it was satisfying)! Q: How do I find out from a guy I'm seeing if he wants to be in a relationship without scaring him away?
S: Actions speak louder than words. If he is comfortable bringing you out in the daylight, then know that you are not just the late night special. Q: Brawny, how do I turn on a guy who claims he has no hot spots? B: Unfortunately for the both of you, he is lying. Everyone has "hot" spots, as you call them. They're actually called erogenous zones, and there's a good chance that he's just too tense to allow the sensation to affect him. First, try tying his hands to something. This will eliminate his ability to direct feeling to his hands and he'll be forced to focus on whatever part of the body you happen to be kissing. Believe it or not, try scratching his head gently while you begin kissing his ear. From there, keep up the gentle hair play and move the kissing down his body. If he isn't affected by any one spot, then the glans is the end of the proverbial (and literal) line. Q: What are some hot and spicy Valentine's Day things my partner and I can do? B: Buy them chocolates … Valentine's Day is no excuse to be hot and spicy, These flavors are not reserved for one day of the year. S: Handcuffs! Don't forget the alcoholic whipped cream. I suggest Piña Colada. You know what that's for. Q: I'm a monster in bed, but my girl is not. What can I do to spice it up? S: Find another girl. Life is too short for bad sex! B: Gently force her out of her comfort zone. Watch some porn with her or buy a toy. It may be awkward, but if she's the right one, she'll catch on.
Q: What are steps to experiencing something outside my sexual orientation? B: If you go to Roscoe's and you have someone of the same gender grinding behind you, that's when you take your chance. Q: How do I know if a guy is gay? It's hard to tell at Columbia sometimes. S: Flash your titties and see how he reacts. If he starts drooling, I think you caught a straight one. Q: What are ways to make a guy last longer during sex? B: There will be times when it is futile, and the guy is either so into you that he can't control it, or he has an actual medical issue. However, try changing positions, or be a little daring and pucker up in between positions because it's time to take the hot dog off the grill for a minute. S: I train them. Q: Do you shower before and/or after sex? B&S: DURING! Q: Have either one of you ever done role-playing during sex? B: Sassy has. S: ... Embarrassing. I say you can never go wrong with a dirty cop or an aggressive fireman.
Flash your titties and see how he reacts. if he starts drooling, I think you caught a straight one." —Sassy Seductress
Q: What techniques can help a guy learn to shoot farther and harder? B: Some male porn stars claim that drinking a lot of water and eating large quantities of celery will increase the load in every way, but this is a week-long endeavor.
because the body can only produce so much semen at one time. The best way is a bit masochistic. You'll have to get as close to climaxing as possible, then stop. The more you do it, the larger the load should be. Q: Is there any way to increase a woman's sex drive? S: Always keep your hands busy no matter what your dragon is doing. Q: Why do guys always expect oral from a girl but then say they "only do it for women they trust" when it comes to returning the favor?
B: You're hanging out with the wrong guys. I think this goes back to some kind of power struggle. Guys want to be in control, and what better way to validate that than by getting what they want and not giving in return? My opinion, if he won't eat one, then he is one. Get rid of him. S: It's better to give than to receive. However, in this case its a give-take situation. You have to be greedy. This is not Burger King, but you should still have it your way. Gag reflexes are not included. email@example.com
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February 10, 2014
SPECIFIC-AS-F*CK DATING webSITES Into Clowns? How about Horses? Log on to get off
by Jennifer Wolan & Kyra Senese Assistant Campus Editor & Copy Editor
With the invention of the Internet and social media, a lot of people argue it's hard to meet a future hubby at a bar anymore. According to the Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences, the percentage of married couples that now meet online has reached almost 35 percent. Here is a roundup of some of the most clever and specialized dating websites to meet your future lover. Carnival Cuties Clowns, performers and even clown wannabes can join the clown dating scene at ClownDating.com. The site helps clowns hampered by travel and phobia to find love, inviting singles to sign up for free and begin their search for a funny partner. EQUUS With a basic membership at EquestrianDating.com, users can find a boo who shares a love of horses. The website encourages equestrian singles who love to ride, train or even photograph
horses to join. Whether users are seeking friendship or romance, this is a great site to connect with fellow horse huggers. Globe Trotting MissTravel.com caters to "generous" and "attractive" adults. "Generous" users have the finances to travel anywhere they please but lack the travel companion they desire. "Attractive" singles want to travel but don't have the budget; there, the two can meet to join on the road, in the sky or in the bedroom. Sweethearts Singles who want to be freed of the burden of dating people who choose to eat gluten may finally have a solution at GlutenFreeSingles.com. People who are gluten-intolerant, have celiac disease or simply prefer not to eat gluten can find a partner who shares their diet preference and lifestyle. Heavy Petting DateMyPet.com began on a nice walk in the park. And since it's easy to get lost in a world with your cat or your dog, Date
My Pet made it easy. Sign up, share your pet's info, and your pet match will arrive. The website offers places to take your pets and your date so you can have a waggin' time.
Biker Beaus BikerKiss.com is like going to a bar full of bikers, but without running into drunken tough guys or getting into unnecessary fistfights. Find your ultimate bike rider on this site and go travel the Wild West. This website is all about getting down and dirty—maybe romantic—with the baddest bikers around. TallFriends It's always odd when you're standing at a concert, looking really cute and ready to mingle, but you're too tall for anyone to see your beautiful face. TallFriends. connect.com gets it. The website is all about finding your 6-foot-5 lover and going on cute tall dates. Not taller than everyone you know? No worries, short people seeking tall lovers are also allowed. email@example.com
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nervous wreck. I redid my makeup three times, rubbing my face raw, retracing my eyeliner over and over, all while trying to come up with some dire excuse for bailing on the fancy banker-man. I wasn't scared that he would try to pull a fast one or that I would make an ass out of myself; I was scared how I would feel about myself at the end of the day, even if I were flush with cash. I told myself that because I had gotten this far, I might as well keep on trucking. I was still a broke-ass college student, after all. Sitting down to breakfast though, I knew absolutely nothing would come of it, and for that, I breathed a sigh of relief.
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After sifting through thinly veiled sex propositions—which usually involved four or five winkie faces and the mention of my legs—from gentlemen who could have easily been friends with my grandfather, I received a late-night correspondence from a fancy banker-man. He was interested in discussing an arrangement over breakfast. I almost pooped myself. Even though I was broke and intrigued by the sugar bowl as a whole, I had never taken it seriously enough to consider meeting any of these saccharine father figures. I hesitated, contemplating all the life lessons and adorable platitudes my mother had
My penchant for sugar has not dissipated since that fateful day. However, last summer, I found a new form of sucrose that transcended my relentless desire for Haribo Gummy Bears. I discovered sugar daddies. No, not the delicious milk caramel pops. I'm talking about the older, affluent men who "take care of" impressionable young women in exchange for cash. The easiest way for a sugar daddy to find his sugar baby is online. SeekingArrangements.com is one of the sugar bowl's—the name for the sugar lifestyle—top dating websites. I was exceptionally broke at the time and
Even though I was broke and intrigued by the sugar bowl as a whole, I had never taken it seriously enough to consider meeting any of these saccharine father figures."
I had spent the entire bus ride trying to convincing myself that old dude penis was just as good as young dude penis and that inner monologue had been enough to dissuade me from partaking in any sexy time with my sugar suitor. Besides, his gray nose and knuckle hairs made me question ever being attracted to men, let alone sleeping with them for money. But he paid for my prosciutto and melon, obligingly answering all my eager questions about what in the actual heck was up with the sugar bowl and rich white men in general, and for that I appreciated my 15 minutes of sugar baby bliss. As I walked away from breakfast$ that morning, it wasn't that I felt dirty or ashamed or scared; I just felt good knowing that I had at least made the effort, put on the lipstick and the black pumps, and $ pretended to care about what the fancy banker-man had to say about anything. $ It also felt good to pocket $75 just for smiling and nodding while stuffing my face with Italian meat and cantaloupe. Later that evening, I deleted my SeekingArrangements account, for I knew in my heart of hearts that all the sugar I ever needed was sitting in a large yellow Tupperware bin on top of the fridge in the tiny studio apartment that I can still barely afford. And if I ever really did need the cash that bad, I could just call my mom or sell pot.
instilled in me as an empowered young woman: Never mix bleach and ammonia; condoms are like balloons, but for your body; drink one glass of water for every red Solo cup of beer; and something about respecting yourself above all else. But what my mother doesn't know won't hurt her, so I agreed to meet the fancy banker-man for breakfast at an undisclosed location in the Windy City. Calm down, it was in public. The morning of the meetup, I was a
did not possess much of a strong moral compass, so I signed up. I filled out the website's bizarre questions: What was I looking for in my glucose papa? What kind of relationship or arrangement did I want—one that does or does not involve feelings? And what were my "lifestyle expectations"? Needless to say, my expectations were marked as high. If I was going to do this, it had to be done right and involve lots of cash.
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The first time I ever had sugar cubes was at a bris. If you don't know what a bris is, it's a traditional Jewish ceremony at which a baby boy is circumcised. I was 7 years old at the time and was too busy shoving sugar cubes into my pockets to notice some baby was getting his foreskin hacked off— not that I even knew what a foreskin was at the time—but in retrospect, that day was indicative of the times to come.
February 10, 2014
Transforming tinderships by Katherine Davis Assistant Campus Editor
Tinder was previously known as the GrubHub of dating apps–delivering sex right to your door. But people are now using the app to find more than just a nearby knob slob. Tinder, the popular mobile app that connects people in the same geographic areas, is one of several new downloadable matchmakers that have popped up on the heels of the online dating revolution. Because Tinder matches users based on photos and proximity, it has gained the reputation of being solely a "hook-up" app, enabling horny users to find the nearest booty call. However, Rosette Pambakian, Tinder's publicist, said Tinder is not limited to finding a hook-up buddy. She said users like her have found long-term, meaningful relationships, as well as
Love and friendship?
How to get the most out of Tinder
traditional friendships, and the ways to utilize the app continue to expand. College students ages 18–24 are the most dedicated Tinder users, according to Pambakian. She said the app has matched more than 700 million users since it launched in September 2012. "There were plenty of social networks already out there that did a great job of connecting you with people you already know," Pambakian said. "But nothing out there that did a good job of connecting with people that you don't know, that you might be interested in." The app requires users to sign in through their existing Facebook account and create a profile with up to six photos, their first name, age, bio and mutual Facebook likes and friends, Pambakian said. Users find matches by viewing profiles and either swiping right to "like" the person or left to pass. When users both "like" each other, it's considered a match and a chat opens, inviting them to start a conversation. "Tinder is really what you make of it," Pambakian said. "We want to stop using the word 'dating app.' We're really moving toward social discovery app." Marissa Mrozek, a sophomore cinema art + science major, said she met her current boyfriend on Tinder in December after using it for only five days. Mrozek said although finding someone to hook up with on Tinder is easy, the app also works for finding serious relationships and friendships. "It's kind of funny because I didn't even want a Tinder," Mrozek said. "I started talking to a few people, some of them
were a little bit raunchy, some of them seemed pretty nice, but [my boyfriend], he seemed really cool." Columbia alumnus Jason Radford created his Tinder account in May and said he has had luck finding meaningful relationships."It's like the perfect dating app for someone in our generation," Radford said. "It's connected to your Facebook and you can see what mutual friends you have, so it kind of eliminates that stranger thing." Radford said he has dated two people he met on Tinder and one of them is his current boyfriend. He said he might consider using Tinder again in the future but not now because he's happy in his relationship. Grindr is another mobile dating app similar to Tinder launched in 2009. However, Grindr characterizes itself as an exclusively male locationbased social network, according to its website. Radford said he also uses Grindr in addition to Tinder and said that it's where gay men go to find hook-ups. "Grindr is our hook-up app," Radford said. "Tinder is our playful, meaningful app." Prov Krivoshey, a sophomore arts, entertainment & media management major, said he has been using Tinder since August 2013 and has more than 575 matches. Krivoshey said girls tend to be pickier when it comes to romantic or sexual interests than guys. He said he has noticed that guys tend to like every girl's profile that comes across their screen, while girls tend to be more selective. "Girls know that a lot of guys would probably want to have sex with them," Krivoshey said. "Guys also know that they're not going to get all the girls they want [and] are saying yes to a lot more because the more they say yes to, the more options they have." Krivoshey said while he originally got the app to meet girls, he now uses it to find more than sexual or romantic relationships and for making friends. "I use it strictly for the purpose of social networking," Krivoshey said. "I'm basically using it just like any other app to meet as many people as I possibly can." email@example.com
fter exploring the world of Tinder for a year, going on more than 40 dates and being matched with 623 Tinder users, I have had quite the experience. Originally looking for a boyfriend, I have found a handful of great friends instead. Here are some tips and tricks to get the most out of Tinder: 1. Your main photo should show every future swipe how sexy, confident and glowing you are before they even read your bio. Vacations and birthdays make for good photos, but choose the ones where you are most photogenic (yoga pants are always a sure right swipe. The other photos should characterize you as much as possible.
2. Quirky or mysterious bios are always intriguing. Mine said "I go on adventures to get lost and find myself again … take me to Paris." No, I never went to Paris on a Tinder date, but it always started interesting conversations and targeted boys who are interested in traveling like I am. If you are looking to go on fun dates, the bio is a great place to make that clear.
3. Maximize your search by exceeding the standard 50-mile radius. Tapping into your settings can expand your search to 100 miles. Sure, it might be kind of far, but if you're trying to meet new people, a little distance never hurts. 4.You got a match! Now what? Send the first message. Try saying something that correlates with their bio such as, "You like Paris? What's your favorite part?" or "What's your ideal adventure?" You may even get lucky and receive a response, but don't stress if you don't. This is the Internet and you'll probably never see them in real life.
5. Meet your Match! If you really like your match and have been talking consistently, get their phone number and add them on Facebook before you meet. My favorite place to meet my Tinder matches is The Wormhole, 1462 N. Milwaukee Ave., because it's one of the coolest coffee shops in the city and is filled with hip and down-to-earth people with a great vibe. The coffee shop is also extremely popular, so it's easy to dip out fast if your date isn't as cool as they seem. by Jennifer Wolan
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February 10, 2014
Sexy Tech Talk
by Vanessa Morton Assistant Sports & Health Editor
When "Sex and the City" character Miranda Hobbes admitted to being in love with her vibrator on national television during the show's first season, it marked a turning point for the previously taboo subject of female masturbation. Since Miranda's revelatory proclamation, vibrators have continued to transform into more sophisticated, technology-based devices, according to Sarah Forbes, curator of the Museum of Sex in New York City. "When the Rabbit first appeared in 'Sex and the City,' it was a huge deal, and that was quite a long time ago, and now even the amount of design and production that is going into sex-related objects is tremendous," Forbes said. "I mean, now there are these beautiful kind of designer objects that people are proud to own." Technology has taken vibrators from simple battery-powered tools to devices
of all different shapes, sizes and uses. The We-Vibe 4 is one of the newest and most popular vibes, according to Sarah Sloane, manager of The Pleasure Chest, 3436 N. Lincoln Ave. The sleek vibrator is a remote-controlled device intended to be used as a couples' massager. The We-Vibe 4 presses against the G-spot inside the vagina as well as wraps around the clitoris, Sloane said. "The idea behind it is to have a vibrator that literally does not have to be touched with your hands at all but provides stimulation for both partners," Sloane said. However, the vibrator was not always used as a sex toy; instead it was initially created for a much different use. In the early 1800s, doctors created the vibrator as a medical device used to treat female hysteria, a common medical diagnosis at the time for women who suffered from chronic anxiety.
Earlier editions of the vibrator look very different than modern ones. Early medical vibrators were steampowered, which intensified their power capability but made for a bulky, unappealing device. While new vibrators may not be as strong as the steam-powered counterparts, the device has become more accessible and attractive, Sloane said. "They had a tremendous amount of attachments, which we don't necessarily see now," Sloane said. "It was like carrying a traditional sample case, like a salesman would take around, and now we've got vibrators that can be hidden in the palm of your hand that are powerful and have lots of settings." Since steam-powered and handcrank vibes, vibrators have come a long way, both aesthetically and technologically. The latest techie vibe is called the Stronic Eins, made by the company Fun Factory.
The Stronic Eins, or "pulsator," which retails for $199.95, uses an electromagnet and two magnetic balls to create a pulsing and slightly thrusting sensation, according to Sloane. "It feels more like movement and tapping, as opposed to buzzing on the outside," Sloane said. In addition to the vibrator's technological advancements, America's view of the device has also seen a drastic change. As vibrators become more mainstream, they are stocking the shelves at commercial drug stores such as Walgreens and CVS, according to Sloane. "The fact that we're seeing it in such mainstream environments makes me feel like we're getting to a place where everybody has access to the information and tools to make their sex lives even better," Sloane said. "I have found
that having a healthy vision of one's own sexuality and feeling good about that has really a watershed effect on your overall self-esteem. If we know our bodies are capable of great pleasure, then we're prepared to advocate for that." firstname.lastname@example.com
Sexy App Sexy Gadget
For those who have never sent a sext before and need some help creating the perfect message for that special someone, A Sexy Text is the perfect app to help ease the awkwardness. The app provides a range of hot, sexy, wild and romantic
messages and pictures that the user can send to that sumptuous sweetheart. A Sexy Text also allows users to create their own romantic or sexy texts to be sent through a text message, Facebook and Twitter. All the user has to do is choose from the app's
menu, attach a photo (optional), choose the recipient from the contact list, preview the message, click send and voilá, the deed is done. The $1.99 app is available for iPhone and iPad for users who are 17 years and older. Have fun!– V. Morton
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Japanese lingerie company Ravijour has created the first smart bra that will only unclasp when the user detects "true love." The bra includes a sensor that tracks the user's heart rate and sends the information to a special app via Bluetooth.
Sometimes big, bulky vibrators can be a nuisance, but Hello Touch is the smallest fingertip vibrator available that allows for both internal and clitoral stimulation. The design includes a pair of ultracompact Vibration Pods covered by a supple silicone fingerpad. All the user has to do is attach the control pad around his or her wrist, like a watch, and slip the finger pods on the index and middle
finger and switch on. Once the vibrator is on, the user can go to town on herself or a partner, as Hello Touch is great for couples. Hello Touch has over three times the power but is only one third the size of most fingertip vibrators. It's also waterproof for those who enjoy shower excursions. The device runs up to 6 hours on two AAAA batteries and retails for $65.00 on JimmyJane.com. – V. Morton
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How to take a NUDIE Written by Anthony Soave SENIOR Photo editor
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Duck face, peace signs and unnecessary amounts of cleavage—let's face it, you've had plenty of practice taking selfies since 2006. However, if you're attempting to titillate your sexual partner, your nude selfie game should be polished. This step-by-step guide will show you the ins and outs of how to take the perfect nude portrait. Step 1: Set the stage. This is your sexy photo shoot and you're the star. Find a location that makes you comfortable; the bathroom is an obvious choice because you can use the mirror to take fullbody shots, but remember to clean your mirror if you decide to include your reflection. Once you have selected your environment, prepare to step into the spotlight by dimming the lights. If you want to draw attention to your best features, position a desk lamp to highlight your hoo-ha.
Step 2: Grab your tools. If you are using a smartphone, never use the front-facing camera. The resolution is terrible and won't do your bodacious bod justice. The back camera has great sensors, so when you want to blow up your junk to epic proportions, you'll have the creative freedom to do so.
Step 3: Strike a pose. Now that you have your lights and camera, it's time for action. Finding the perfect pose can be a challenge, so spend a few minutes observing yourself in the mirror as you flex, suck in that gut and squeeze those assorted body parts together. Use those luscious curves to your advantage and channel your inner glamazon to get ready for your close-up.
Step 4: Take a shot. Having spent some time checking yourself out, it's time for you to let the camera take over. Angle the camera so the lens is pointing down at you. Do not tilt the camera up or you will end up with an unflattering photo and a few extra chins. Remember, this isn't MySpace, so keep your forearm out of the shot. Also, never show your face in a nude photo because it will be the talk of your newsfeed by tomorrow and everyone will know about that mole on your left buttcheek.
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Step 5: Clean it up. You've taken your nude selfie, but the journey doesn't stop at your camera roll. It's time to develop your photo into a piece of pin-up art by adjusting the exposure levels to give you that extra pop of light. Don't forget to slap on a warming filter to give it a sultry feel. Play with it until you have a nudie worthy of going viral on your newsfeed (but pray that it doesn't). The safest way to distribute your photo is via SnapChat, where you can adjust how long viewers can see your photo and know whether or not they saved it. Practice safe sexting and remember, if your selfie circulates, deny, deny, deny!
February 10, 2014
Sexy Recipe
Mountain Dew Me
Sex on the Beach
2 ounces Midori Melon liqueur
1 1/2 ounces vodka
1 ounce Triple Sec
1/2 ounce peach schnapps
4 ounces pineapple juice
2 ounces cranberry juice
A splash of Mountain Dew
2 ounces orange juice
Instructions: Mix all the ingredients in a glass filled with ice. Garnish with lime.
Instructions: Pour vodka and schnapps over ice. Add juices. Stir.
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Blue Balls
10 milliliters grenadine syrup
1 ounce raspberry vodka
1/2 ounce Carolans Irish Cream
1 ounce coconut rum
by Jennifer Wolan Assistant Campus Editor
1/2 ounce DeKuyper Buttershots liqueur
1 ounce Blue Curaçao liqueur
Ever get that 9 p.m. feeling? You know, the odd interlude when you're excited to get the night started but it's just too early to leave? If you're 21 or older, these sexy drink recipes will boost your pre-game and help make that 9 p.m. feeling a good one. The drinks are strong, but the taste is not. Some are better suited for summer and some are better for the winter, but all of these drinks are fun if you're trying to spice things up. Just remember to drink responsibly!
Instructions: Mix Buttershots and Carolans in a shot glass. Top with grenadine.
Instructions: Add all ingredients to shaker and shake. Pour and enjoy.
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Getting off [line] with Words by Emily Ornberg, Managing Editor If you've watched porn on the Internet, you've seen her. She sneaks into your peripheral vision, begging for attention. She interrupts your focus on the queued video, whimpering for you to click on the pop-up window, baby. You click. She's conventionally beautiful, staring at you from her desktop wearing barely anything, winking, smacking her lips, snapping her bra, typing away on her keyboard. The ads featuring this flirty video invite you to join her in a "live sex chat," and she looks like she'd miss you if you left. Eventually, the video stops and she's gone. Until you open the link—and your wallet. You've just been solicited by a camgirl. She's not looking at just you, either. Webcam girls, renowned pornstars and amateurs alike, strip for hundreds, often thousands of viewers who will shell out anywhere from $1 to $1,000 to masturbate to cam models pleasing themselves around the world. Although the cam business has been around for years, the technology is better and cheaper than ever, allowing cam models to anonymously make a living and continue to monetize a pornography industry eroded by pirated content. The basic concept of a webcam session is simple: You enter a chat with a cam model and the clock starts ticking. You pay for her time, and in exchange, she will take off her clothes, play with herself, experiment with toys or whatever she wants until the time runs out. She takes your money and you part ways, until you're ready for another session. There is a plethora of organized prototypes to choose from— curvy, unshaven, valley
girl, screamer, natural tits and the catch-all "Asian." It's a virtual red light district, but instead of cramming into the back seat of a car, the sex comes to you. The online sex industry has skyrocketed in popularity in years, raking in an estimated $14 billion in 2012, according to the Nov. 28 Finweek article "Insight XXX: How the porn industry has driven Internet innovation" by Colette Symanowitz. Though a hushed topic, it's discreetly taking over the Web—43 percent of people using the Internet right this second are whacking off to some form of virtual coitus on one of 25 million porn and cam sites, according to Symanowitz. Most of the economic growth is thanks to the holy trinity of cam sites: Streamate, LiveJasmine and MyFreeCams, which collectively employ an estimated 6 million cam models bringing in upwards of $1,000 per day from the comfort of their own bedrooms, according to SmartyPants88, a cam girl on Streamate. SmartyPants88 is a senior microbiology major at the University of Oklahoma. She's a left-wing atheist living in one of the country's most conservative states. And
she pays her rent by climaxing in front of the World Wide Web. She's open about her sexuality—even her parents know she quit her part-time job to pursue a cam modeling career. "My job isn't a reflection of some kind of mental defect," SmartyPants88 said. "But I guess you probably don't run into a lot of people who will tell you that they ... get naked on camera ... for money ... So … " Porn is nice for your standard "alone time," she said, but camming is worth the money because it allows viewers to put a personality to the body they're masturbating to, allowing them to experience an immediate connection. Plus, it's happening live—"and no one wants to TiVo the basketball game." "I think it matters to everybody to have some kind of connection—and for many people, that makes it sexier, that makes it hotter," SmartyPants88 said. "But I have no idea how the guys who come and see me [can] afford it." Although the U.S. porn industry is
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Design by Kayla Koch, Graphic Designer revolutionizing the Internet as a whole, its revenue has experienced a sharp 50 percent drop from 2007, largely because of piracy, according to Symanowitz. While there still remains a market for prerecorded porn films, interactive entertainment—including camming, chatrooms and point-of-view clips—has been a financial savior for the online sex industry. Sexually liberal and short on cash, SmartyPants88 spent months studying the cam industry for months until she decided to give it a shot. After an hour in front of the camera, she was $80 richer. Even though Streamate takes a 35 percent cut, she still makes anywhere from $100 to $350 during her "gold" sessions. She was even offered nearly $150 for a one-time slot on their PayPer-View show. She said her shows have never lasted for more than 12 minutes. To keep a consistent income, cam models often keep in contact with their loyal fans through social media. Cam models even share Amazon wish-lists so their fans can buy them gifts. "After [my first show], I was laying on my back thinking about six-hour shifts at
the Cheesecake Factory taking s- -t from complete strangers and not getting off versus being on the Internet making this [much money] in an hour," she said. "It was super empowering." Empowering is a word SmartyPants88 continually uses to describe her camming experience. "For me, [camming] is empowering and I think it could be for other people too," she said. "I'm 5'5" and I weigh 150 pounds and I can turn on the TV and see no one who looks like me—and all they're doing on TV is selling sex—and I get to do it and I'm a regular person. There's something that restores my faith in humanity that there are plenty of men out there who get off from seein' some real boobies." Inspired by the '90s reality show "Real Sex," filmmaker Chris Moukarbel, who directed the HBO series "Me at the Zoo" which features YouTube sensation Chris Crocker, began documenting the life of cam girls and the online sex industry in his new documentary series "SEX // NOW" on HBO, which aired the pilot episode Jan. 2. He considers camming feminist sex work because of how it shifts the dynamics from the traditional male-dominated industry. "What camming does is essentially cut out the middle man, literally," Moukarbel
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said. "They're crowdsourcing sex work, so they don't need $250 from one client, which can cause a lot of hazards; they just need one dollar, a couple dollars, from hundreds of people." However, just like any form of sex work, cam models are subject to oppression. Pimps have adapted their prostitution services to the virtual world of live cam sex since 1995, according to "Prostitution Online" by Donna M. Hughes, published in 2003 in the Journal of Trauma Practice. "There are oppressed ways of doing everything and there are less oppressed ways of doing things; the question of webcams is interesting in that it's just one more window into what people are willing to pay for," said Marty Klein, sexual psychologist and author of "Sexual Intellegence: What We Want From Sex and How to Get It." "But if you want to talk about the interface of sex work, feminism and capitalism, it's a little more subtle and a little more complicated than [that]." Seeking sex on the Internet allows the viewer to fulfill their oddest kinks and pleasures, which has resulted in major growth in the online fetish community, according to Moukarbel. He said after the Internet was introduced, most of the fetish scenes moved online, where audiences can explore their desires anonymously— from balloon-popping and role playing to foot domination. "A lot of these sort of in-real-life types of entertainment have just been dematerialized and reformed online, where they can actually survive," Moukarbel said. "A lot of the appeal is that people can have these fairy-tale-specific experiences with somebody online because there is that wall of the computer, so they feel safe and they feel anonymous."
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LEWD MONSTERS SCARE AWAY E-BOOK PUBLISHERS By Columbia Chronicle Editorial Board
IN RECENT YEARS, popular romantic literature has featured vampires, werewolves, witches, centaurs, robots and other monsters. Stories about humans getting off with various creatures have sold millions of copies worldwide. But recently, Amazon.com, which features an incredibly prolific self-publishing e-book marketplace, has removed some erotica novels that include monsters such as Bigfoot, demons and robots. The company's content guidelines state that pornography will not be accepted, and it reserves the right to make judgment calls. Although Amazon is justified in removing the content, it will likely lose sales from that niche market and other erotica. Instead of reacting to media and customer tizzy, e-book publishers should step back when possible controversial content is brought to their attention, read the book and decide if it is more offensive than the public image the
company wants to put forth. As an autonomous company with a public image to uphold, Amazon can censor the content without worrying about violating free speech, but it is not in Amazon's best interest to sacrifice the profits. The negative publicity this issue brings to its e-book store could cause self-published pornography authors to go elsewhere. Amazon is not the only publisher censoring vampy content. Barnes & Noble has also been quietly removing erotica from its online Nook marketplace because some of it conflicts with the company's content policies, according to spokeswoman Mary Ellen Keating. The company will remove e-books as it sees fit, usually in response to complaints, Keating said in an emailed statement. On the other side of the Atlantic, UK-based self-publishing website Kobo suspended its website and removed all self-published erotica
from its bookstore in response to complaints of offensive content, according to an Oct. 15 letter from Kobo to its e-book authors. Many of these niche-porn novels and novellas represent a growing market segment, and the Internet will provide a platform for it no matter what. Despite its content guidelines, Amazon apparently has little problem selling erotica in general—its 19th most popular book of 2013 was an erotic romance novel, according to a Dec. 16 press release. If the website has no problem capitalizing on audiences' fascination with what our society considers "harmless" porn, it seems hypocritical to decide what kind of fetishes or interests readers are allowed to indulge in. The websites may also be excluding their own profit margins from both interested readers and potential authors. By censoring particular kinds of novels, the e-book platforms may
placate a reactive audience but irritate their contributors who fear their work may be removed based on controversial content. If the websites set a precedent for censoring to appease upset consumers, they will have to make firmer decisions later when other issues of controversial content arise. The publicity has undoubtedly backfired on Amazon—the quandary has probably attracted more public interest in the monster porn books. If a particular fetish is just eclectic like monster porn, the company shouldn't disregard it and risk alienating authors and customers. Those crying for censorship will take up a new fight before long, and unless the pornography in question is encouraging rape or incest, it should be left alone to wallow
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V-CARD DENIED [RESPECT] by Carleigh Turner ASSISTANT CAMPUS EDITOR
THE COLLEGE ATMOSPHERE is incredibly sexually charged, and virgins tend to either get teased or forgotten. For all those virgins out there, here's a little encouragement: You are not alone, and having a V-card in your deck isn't so bad. On one hand, sex does have its benefits. In a 2002 study conducted by the Guttmacher Institute, an organization dedicated to advancing sexual and reproductive health and rights, young adults were actually more likely to report having at least one positive result from their sexual activity than a negative one. When 618 9th graders were surveyed at two high schools, 61–91 percent said they had at least one positive experience. Common positive experi-
ences included pleasure and better self-esteem. Researchers also noticed the students reported their relationship with their partner had improved or that they became closer to their partner. At the same time, 31–62 percent reported having at least one negative experience. These experiences included students feeling bad about themselves, experiencing regret and feeling used or guilty. Others said their relationships with their partners had worsened, they got in trouble with their parents or they developed a bad reputation at school. Even though statistics show adolescents are more likely to have positive sexual experiences, the potential negative psychological side effects of sex are still very real.
These risks are the possible repercussions of the release of two powerful hormones in the brain during sex, according to University of Massachusetts professor of psychology Susan Whitbourne. Dopamine, the pleasure hormone, floods out the brain when you orgasm, causing an overwhelming feeling of pleasure. Oxytocin, the emotional hormone released inside a mother after she gives birth to promote motherinfant bonding, is also released during sex, according to Whitbourne. Oxytocin is the hormone that puts that pint of Ben & Jerry's in the freezer the morning after because Mr. Sexy did not call back. Basically, if there is no emotional connection between you and your partner, having sex can make you feel abandoned or sad, Whitbourne said.
If you do not plan on having sex anytime soon, do not fret. There are many other ways your brain can release these feel-good hormones. In a 2011 TED-Talk "Trust, morality— and Oxytocin?" neuroeconomist Paul Zak mentions some simple methods that one can easily incorporate into their daily lives to release these warm and fuzzy chemicals. Giving a gift, sharing a meal, soaking in a hot tub, riding a roller coaster, petting a dog or even telling someone you love them releases oxytocin. Dopamine can also be released in other ways. Anytime one feels a strong sense of joy, the brain is releasing a lot of dopamine. Even though the media and popular culture make it seem as if sex is the
best way to feel connected to someone or one of the best ways to feel fulfilled, it's not the only way to build a relationship or self-esteem. It can be fun and pleasurable, but don't cash in your V-card just because everyone else is doing it. Despite the portrayals in movies and music, sex is still a very intimate personal exchange that shouldn't be treated as lightly as it is in sitcoms. Instead, people should go get lunch, tell their best friend they love them or just take a walk and say hi to everyone who passes them on the street. They may have more in common with that cute jogger than they think, and it's always a safer bet to wait. email@example.com
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Chronicle confessions
From the uncomfortable positions and strange noises to naked booties, sex can be an awkward thing. Here at The Chronicle, we understand that nobody is perfect, so we thought we'd share our own staff's tales of less-thanperfect coitus.
Two months into the relationship, we were ready to try sex. Finally, I was in but I was afraid that if I came, a new baby would be in the family. We both started hysterically crying on the phone and she drove to CVS and purchased a morning-after pill.
Grindr ON ME I was "dating" this guy that I didn't really like and I would have broken up with him much sooner, but he paid for dinner and I was going through a phase where my parents had cut me off. The sex was always horrible and I would make sure doggy-style was implemented so I could text while he happily plowed away. I learned the hard way to never use Grindr during sex to find my next "boyfriend." Apparently seeing the app's telltale logo over your significant other's shoulder is a real mood killer.
Cab fair At an end-of-the-semester party, I met a guy who was really charming but really unattractive. He unfortunately did not get the message that I was not interested and kept attempting to get me to make out with him and take off. When he offered to get us a cab, I took him up on it. So we made out in the back of the cab, but when the cabbie dropped us off, I refused to get out with him. The cabbie chimed in, "You would have to pay her more than that to have sex with you." The cabbie drove me home and I tipped him double.
Virgin emergency My girlfriend at the time had recently began her freshman year in college and her sporadic visits back home were full of rushed, manic sexual exploration.
Party Foul About six months after I broke up with a guy I had been dating for about a year, he threw a party at his house. I got
wasted and ended up getting it on with one of his good friends in his dad's study. My ex walked in on us. Blurred Lines I met him at a Robin Thicke concert and he invited me to his swanky condo. Twenty minutes into it, his drunk-ass passed out. I woke up hung over and mortified. But as I was trying to creep out of the bed, a king-sized Snickers bar fell from the sheets. I held it in my hands in disbelief, in complete awe. I then tripped on his Roomba on the way out. Party-puker Back in high school during a huge summer party, I was about to hook up with a long time friend, the girl who was throwing the party. We were in her bedroom while everyone was in the pool. As I was unbuttoning her pants, she began to throw up uncontrollably. Blowjob Blunder I wouldn't call this girl a freak, but things got pretty hot between us after a few drinks. One night, she was figur-
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Supersize It This guy put his penis in me and I was immediately disappointed. My first words were, "are we having sex?" This must have broken his confidence because he got soft immediately. I should've chosen a bigger option.
Not a SAFE Bet I had a very brief fling with a professional poker player who I met on Tinder who was super rich but also resembled a chipmunk. He especially looked like a chipmunk during sex. He took me on a few dates, and I dealt with his douchebaggery because he always picked up the tab, but then he condescendingly called my McDonald's Monopoly pursuits "adorable." Rodent-like sex combined with poor-shaming is never worth it.
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CLOTHING-OPTIONAL VINYASA by Samantha Tadelman MULTIMEDIA EDITOR
I TRIED NOT to look over at my neighbor, but it was just too easy to sneak a peek in downward-facing dog. In this inverted pose, everything hangs loose, so I was consciously sucking in my abs at all times. Eventually, I couldn't help but look; it's not often that I can check out an uncircumcised penis. About a month ago I decided to shed both my clothes and inhibitions to partake in a nude yoga class. I thought the nudity would help me think more about having correct form without being distracted by my shirt riding up. I figured it would be just like when I do yoga alone in my room naked, but this time there would be an instructor and other naked yoga practitioners. After researching nude yoga, I noticed most attendees are older men. The likelihood of being the only woman in the class except for the instructor made me hesitate and ultimately led to a month of working up the courage to go, but the description said you could wear as little or as much clothing as you chose, so I decided to go for it. I was the last to show up to the class and secured a spot in the back. I
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thought this would be best because this way everyone wouldn't be staring at my birthday suit, but I did not consider all the butts that would be in my view. And not just butts, but balls. Just me and ten pairs of balls in all shapes, sizes and variations of hairiness. I tried to keep my eyes closed for most of the class because yoga is a meditative practice and I wanted to focus on my breathing rather than the array of naked bodies around me. Yet, I have to admit, before I could begin to concentrate, I had to check out each and every buttcrack in my line of vision. In order to be comfortable with the nudity that surrounded me, I had to thoroughly embrace it. The more I looked, the more the bodies became simple human forms rather than the sexualized idea that our society has of nudity. As class went on, I began to feel more content with my body while at the same time realizing how much I really need to turn down those donuts at the office. The space was welcoming, but being naked helped me to notice all of the flaws in my body. All different body
types were represented—actually, most of them were overweight—yet most seemed comfortable in their skin. Maybe my relaxation came from some of the comments the teacher made. She told us to focus on curiosity rather than looking good for others and that we didn't come to look at one another, we came to experience nudity and vulnerability. Her most inspirational phrase was telling us that we all had sexy hipbones. While rolling up my yoga mat, I noticed that everyone was glancing around the room. What is post-nudeyoga etiquette regarding small talk? Some of the regulars asked how each other's week was going. A couple of first-timers discussed their pre-naked jitters and how they almost didn't show up. As for me, I wanted to skip out the door as quick as possible, but of course, I couldn't get away with that. A guy asked me out for coffee, but I said no thanks. I was not eager to make awkward conversation after having his balls in my face for the past hour. firstname.lastname@example.com
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LADY LOVE JUICE: LOCKED + LOADED by Tatiana Walk-Morris CAMPUS EDITOR
SO YOU'RE GETTING hot and heavy with your partner and everything feels amazing. All of a sudden, you're both covered in the mysterious liquid. Don't worry. you didn't pee. You just squirted. Squirting, otherwise known as female ejaculation, has long been an enigmatic aspect of female sexuality. Even the ancient Chinese wrote about yin and yang and its relationship with sex, according to Sue Goldstein, one of three researchers on the study "The History of Female Ejaculation," and program coordinator at the Institute of Sexual Medicine in San Diego, Calif. Ancient Chinese writers who believed sexual intercourse was the foundation of life felt that before a man was permitted to ejaculate, he should make his female partner orgasm several times to acquire her yin essence, researchers found. However, ancient Greek philosophers Pythagoras and Hippocrates wondered about the purpose of female ejaculation, with explanations rang-
ing from reproductive purposes to pregnancy prevention. "If you think about cultures and society, we all have [different] words for our genitalia," Goldstein said. "Some cultures believed sex was purely for reproduction and others did not. Sex was for enjoyment [and] for pleasure." The contents of female ejaculate vary depending on what the fluid looks like, according to Amy Gilliland, a doula and sex educator who holds a doctorate in human development and family studies from the University of Wisconsin-Madison. Gilliland said women have described three types of fluid. One can be around two tablespoons of thick fluid that has a whitish or yellowish hue; the second can be a thinner fluid resembling nonfat milk; and the third is a watery fluid that contains copious amounts of urine and may have a sweet taste. It is difficult to pinpoint what exactly the fluid is composed of since there has been little research on the topic because
of the ethical implications of stimulating subjects, Gilliland said. Research has not yet indicated why each fluid is different, according to Gilliland. Contrary to popular belief, squirting does not mean a woman has had an orgasm, Gilliland said. Squirting can occur right before, during or after orgasm, she said. Not all women are capable of ejaculating because each woman's body is different, she said. "Some women have 2 1/2-inch vaginas, some women have 5-inch vaginas, [but] they all stretch," Gilliland said. "It's a matter of individual variation. And you've got what you've got." That awkward—or awesome— burst of fluid comes from stimulating the paraurethral gland, an area of tissue surrounding the urethra in a woman's pelvis, according to Ellen Barnard, sex educator and owner of A Woman's Touch, a sexual resource shop in Madison, Wis. The fluid these glands produce is meant to keep the urethra open and
allow urine to flow out, Barnard said. Peeing prior to sex won't necessarily reduce the squirting because sexual arousal stimulates blood flow to the genitals and causes the bladder to refill, even if it has been emptied, Barnard said. When the paraurethral glands are stimulated and a woman is "pushing out," meaning she applies pressure to her bladder wall, this causes the gush of paraurethral fluid, Barnard said. "Any kind of arousal that causes blood to flow into the genital region … means that you're going to see urine go into the bladder," Barnard said. "It's a good idea [to pee] if you're worried, but it's not going to take care of the possibility." Barnard said she recommends couples keep towels nearby or purchase waterproof bedding before experimenting with squirting. While squirting turns some people on—or off, depending on one's com-
fort level—squirting all the time can cause damage to pelvic muscles, Barnard said. In fact, pulling the pelvic muscles in instead of pushing out as the woman reaches her peak helps to intensify the orgasm, she said. "Anything in sex that someone finds distasteful or uncomfortable—they don't have to do it [because] there's other fun things to do," Barnard said. "It's your choice. Play with it. It's your body." firstname.lastname@example.com
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MEET COLUMBIA'S MOST ELIGIBLE BACHELORS AND BACHELORETTES by Nicole Montalvo Assistant Arts & Culture Editor
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Monsurat Yusuf
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Hometown: Chicago Year/Major: Senior television major Future Plans: Work in television Reason for being single: Too goal-oriented for a man to handle
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Are you honest? Do you believe in something? Are you going places? Then take Monsurat out for Mexican food, margaritas and hookah, and you'll be set!
Ben has strummed his guitar strings for 10 years and loves to snowboard. He hates playing video games because he is quite the outdoorsman.
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Hometown: Phoenix Year/Major: Junior journalism major Future Plans: Work for Fusion or Vice Reason for being single: Expects too much of people
Hometown: Nashville, Tenn. Year/Major: Freshman cinema art + science major Future Plans: Acting and filmmaking Reason for being single: Can quote every line from "Mean Girls"
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Bianca would enjoy a picnic in the park, but she could be won over with a home-cooked romantic dinner.
Michael is always ready with a joke and likes to hang out in cemeteries. One "smolder" from Michael is sure to win over any lucky lady he chooses to shoot a glance at.
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by Stephen Hall Film Critic
THE PAST DECADE has seen an evolution–as opposed to a revolution–in the way sex is portrayed in cinema. Films now echo the societal idea that sex is a product of love, but love is not just sex. With the growing implementation of technology in personal lives, movies have started to question what it means to be in love and whether love requires a physical component. This new thinking is presented in the January romantic comedy "Her," directed by Spike Jonze. In the near future, Theodore, played by Joaquin Phoenix, is a writer who falls in love with his new operating system, Samantha, voiced by Scarlett Johansson. The system is essentially designed to run every facet of his life, and he grows to love it while questioning briefly whether that fondness is right or wrong. The film seems ludicrous at first, but it is a candid commentary on the changing
priorities of sex and love in a postmodern society. The film argues that love should not be limited to one specific definition. The new technological age has brought about an unprecedented sense of community. If someone is appreciated and accepted for all their strengths and faults, it should not matter by whom or what he or she is accepted. "Her" resonates with some audiences and alienates others because it brings up such controversial subjects as what it means to be human, what it means to care about and love someone and whether it is valid to substitute technology for a physical connection. The way Theodore begins to fall for Samantha is the same way a person may grow to care for another. They slowly get to know each other, their traits and tendencies. However, as Theodore begins to realize Samantha's
physical limitations, they both begin to wonder how they would survive without each other. Theodore has grown dependent on his operating system, and Samantha knows her existence is dependent on their mutual interaction. Theodore's relationship with Samantha seems one-sided at first because they cannot have a physical relationship. Here is the masterful part of Jonze's film, however: Theodore's "courtship" with his OS is pure and devoid of any of the complications that sex can bring about. His affection is genuine and substantial. "Her" presents a convincing argument that adoration cannot be limited. A human falling for a humanoid machine has always appeared as a fairy tale or a science fiction staple. Replacing a human in acts that ostensibly define humanity, namely sex and love, has been depicted as horrific.
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Ghouls just wanna have fu-un!!! Hey there and Happy Saturday! This card is for my card swap today, and I just finished 12 of these babies, why I wait til the last minute I don't know! The image, inside and out, are from Pink Petticoat. I used some white chalk on it, and that's about it. They are from a new set that she just released called Spooky Doodlies. The base cardstock is a ream that I got from a paper supply house called Sunflower, and then I used some SU Perfect Plum with it. I was going to make the Boo card I made the other day but didn't have enough of that paper, so this layout is similar to it. The DP's are from DCWV's LaCreme stack. The ribbons and rhinestones are all Michael's, and then the main image is pop-dotted. Hope they like it!
Well I've got to get on the road, we're having a Stampin' Up cardmaking party before the card swap, so I will have a fun filled afternoon with the gals. Tomorrow we're going to a scrapbook convention, after we meet for breakfast, so I'm looking forward to finding even more new goodies to work with.
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4 comments :
- Carol Dee said...
FUN...love the Happy Halloween font inside and out. Hope to see some of what you swap for! Have a fun weekend. hugs...
- September 19, 2009 at 12:59 PM
- Alicia said...
Hi Jeannie, love your halloween cards. Have fun with your stampin' events. You should have a ball!
Alicia xx
- September 19, 2009 at 3:57 PM
- PaperCrafty said...
Too cute Jeannie!! I love the little bow on the skull and the sentiment is so fun!!
- September 20, 2009 at 1:45 PM
- Juls~ said...
Jeannie! That's an awesome font - so cool. Love this Halloween card too! How do you do it?
{xoxo} Juls~
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