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Kathy's Lesbian Life Blog January 2007 Archive

By Kathy Belge, About.com Guide to Lesbian Life since 2003

L Tunes: Music From And Inspired by The L Word

Wednesday January 31, 2007
It's Wednesday and what are you going to do? Sunday's L Word is in the past and we still have four more days until Shane, Bette, Alice and Jenny ... Read More

Lesbian Radio: The Lesbian Lounge

Tuesday January 30, 2007
I've had my ipod for more than two years, but it's only recently that I've discovered podcasts. I love that I can download my favorite radio programs and listen ... Read More

L Word 404: Alice and the Big 'O'

Monday January 29, 2007
Who saw Sunday’s episode of The L Word? How about Alice in bed with Phyllis? Those of you complaining there’s not enough sex this season, just need to ... Read More

What to do about Girl Crushes?

Sunday January 28, 2007
I'm a 15-year-old girl. I'm not ashamed about my feelings for other girls. But last summer I had very strange dreams about a girl “S” in my school. She is ... Read More

Helping GLBT Homeless Youth

Saturday January 27, 2007
For more than 10 years I worked with at-risk gay, lesbian, bisexual and trans youth. Many of the young people I helped were homeless. Some of them had ... Read More

Lesbian/Bisexual Entertainment News

Friday January 26, 2007
Melissa Etheridge is nominated for an Oscar and Ani Difranco is a mom! The nominations for the 79th Academy Awards came out this week and Melissa Etheridge was nominated for "Achievement ... Read More

Top Websites and Organizations for Black Lesbians

Thursday January 25, 2007
Find community and meet other Black and African American/European lesbians and bisexual women through these groups and forums. Here are the top websites and organizations for Black lesbians and bisexual ... Read More

Bitch Interview

Wednesday January 24, 2007
I first heard of Bitch years ago when she was performing as part of the group Bitch & Animal. My friend talked me into going to an all-ages club ... Read More

Tax Tips for Lesbians

Tuesday January 23, 2007
My accountant called me the other day. It's time to wrap up my books for 2006 and get ready to file my taxes. Oh, I hate tax time. ... Read More

L Word 403: The Return of Ton-Ton

Monday January 22, 2007
I finally figured out what I don’t like about that new TA of Bette’s. She’s exactly the same person as Tonya. Remember, the Ton, Ton from Season 2? ... Read More

Can You Help an Indian Lesbian?

Saturday January 20, 2007
Dear Lesbian Life I'm 22 and my life is already in a mess. My story might not be very different from those you hear every time, the only twist here is ... Read More

Barack Obama on Gay & Lesbian Issues

Friday January 19, 2007
It looks like Barack Obama will be running for president in 2008. He formed a Presidential Exploratory Committee and chances are Barack Obama will be one of the Democratic ... Read More

How to Buy Lesbian Wedding Rings

Thursday January 18, 2007
This Valentine's Day, are you thinking of asking the woman in your life to marry you? If so, you'll want to be prepared with a heartfelt proposal and a ... Read More

L Word Season 4 Photo Gallery

Wednesday January 17, 2007
It's Wednesday and already I'm jonesing for The L Word. After last week's show, I'm really excited about this season. The addition of new characters Papi, Phyllis and ... Read More

Women's Final Four 2007 in Cleveland

Tuesday January 16, 2007
The other night I was out at a bar and I was talking to a young lacrosse coach. She was telling me about a friend of hers, a star ... Read More

Why Martin Luther King Matters to Lesbians

Monday January 15, 2007
Martin Luther King said, "Faith is taking the first step even when you don't see the whole staircase." I like this quote because it can be applied to anything. Activism. ... Read More

L Word 402: Alice Finds Papi

Monday January 15, 2007
Someone told me they thought the fourth season of The L Word was suffering from lesbian bed death. Well, if that’s true, we found the cure. Hello ... Read More

Meet Papi: Janina Gavankar

Friday January 12, 2007
I’ve been fortunate to see this week’s episode of The L Word in advance. And let me tell you, you don’t want to miss it. Those of you ... Read More

Tips for Your First Lesbian Sex

Thursday January 11, 2007
Dear Kathy: I’m bisexual I’ve only slept with one female but I’ve never gone down on her. I was wondering if you could give me tips on how to make it ... Read More

Ellen Beats out Oprah to Win People's Choice Award

Wednesday January 10, 2007
I didn't think anyone was more popular in America than Oprah Winfrey. But when it comes to hosting a TV talk show, Ellen isn't just popular with lesbians anymore. ... Read More

Is She Into Me?

Wednesday January 10, 2007
I've known my friend for 10 months and although all along we clicked and she was friendly, she kept a distance. So I was surprised when she contacted me recently ... Read More

Top Myths About Lesbians

Tuesday January 9, 2007
Myths about lesbians abound. Some are based in stereotypes and some are just based on ignorance. When I came out of the closet, my mother mourned because it ... Read More

The L Word : Marina Returns, Shane Burns

Monday January 8, 2007
You asked for it, you got it. Marina (Karina Lombard) returned to The L Word. What do you think? Was the wait worth it? She looked ... Read More

How Do I Ask a Girl Out?

Saturday January 6, 2007
Dear Kathy: I am a 16-year-old girl, a sophomore in high school and for two years now I have found my self attracted to males and females. I am not sure ... Read More

The L Word Season 4

Friday January 5, 2007
Like most of my lesbian friends, I'm so excited about Season 4 of The L Word which begins on Sunday night. Two of the greatest actresses of all time ... Read More

Best Lesbian Non-Fiction Books of 2006

Thursday January 4, 2007
There were some good fiction books in 2006, but in my opinion, the really great lesbian books this year were non-fiction books. At the top of the list is ... Read More

Best Lesbian Fiction of 2006

Wednesday January 3, 2007
There were a lot of good lesbian books released in 2006. I wish I had a chance to read them all, but 2006 was a busy year for me. ... Read More

She Beats Me, Is this Normal?

Tuesday January 2, 2007
Dear Kathy, I’m a female I am in a relationship with a woman and since it's my first I don't know if it's normal for the her to want to beat ... Read More
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