7 Alternatives to Your Stupid Valentine’s Day Traditions
I have a lot of strong opinions about most things and this time, it’s things people like doing on Valentine’s Day.
Wilder Hungers: Valentine’s Day and Shakshouka
The highlight of my week was receiving a care package from my mother containing Airborne, Thin Mints, and concealer to hide my dark circles (she really gets me). And because I love you guys a lot, I have an entire meal for you today!
Yoncé All On Your Body Like Liquor: Check Out Beyoncé’s New LGBT-Friendly Underwear Sets
Thanks to Beyonc̩, you and your lover can indulge your semi-socialized desire to put words on your asses as well as your desire to look fly while pantsless Рno matter what your gender presentation, underwear needs, or style preference!
You Need To Read “The Sochi Project” Right Now
“Together, the images and texts unpack the complex, multivalent story of this contested region, shining a harsh light on Vladimir Putin’s claim that, ‘The Olympic family is going to feel at home in Sochi..'”
Facebook Wants You To Do You, Adds New Non-Binary Pronoun and Gender Identity Options
Facebook has released an update that allows users to move beyond binary pronouns and the male/female gender options they’ve had since the social network launched a decade ago. Here’s how to change your settings.
VIDEO: Dallas Sportcaster Shocks Our Socks Off With His Response to Gay Football Player Coming Out
Dallas sports broadcasting giant Dale Hansen spoke boldly for acceptance of Michael Sam on his popular show.
Anonymous Sex Toy Review: The We-Vibe Tango
“I am willing to entertain the idea that something else will feel as good against my clit — a talented human mouth, for instance — but nothing as portable even comes close.”
Brittani’s Video Party: “Gold Stars” are the New Black
A new webseries, behind-the-scenes footage from an OITNB photo shoot, the trailer for a moving documentary, and a quick comedy sketch are single and ready to mingle at the pre-V-Day video party.
26 Things Depression Feels Like According To My Diary
“Sad cloud” and “naked Christmas tree” did not make the list. You’re welcome, makers of anti-depressant commercials!
Dear Queer Diary: Date a Girl Who Journals
As you browse through the weighty stack of applications submitted by the many humans hoping to romance you, remember: journaling is hot.
“The Fosters” Episode 115 Recap: Oh My God It’s Like Evil In My Mouth
“The doorbell rings and it’s Emma the Wrestler with noodle kugel! We get a little primer on how Jews respond to funerals. Hint: They bring kugel. Every time they say “kugel,” I hear “kegel” and do 15.”
“Help Us! Great Warrior” Shows Us How To Save The World With A Hard Femme Hair Bow
“Help Us! Great Warrior” combines all of the best parts of Sword and Sorcery with a fierce, femme (yet kind of lazy) and awesome female warrior.
A-Camp May 2014: It’s Time To Donate To Or Apply For Camperships!
Read essays from our A-Camp 4.0 campers and find out how to apply for or donate to the Campership Fund for 5.0!
Bikes to Watch Out For: How Not to Die on the Road
Ten tips to make cycling less terrifying!
“Transparent” TV Pilot Features Trans Mom, Queer Women, Additional Delightful Things
“An LA family with serious boundary issues have their past and future unravel when a dramatic admission causes everyone’s secrets to spill out.”
Get Baked: Beet-ing Hearts & Citrus Quinoa Salad for Your Most Colorful Valentine’s Day Ever
What says “I love you” or any other variation of it, more than “I carved these beets into hearts for you”?
VIDEO: Out Olympian Belle Brockhoff Will Say What She Wants To Say
Danielle Warby chats with Belle Brockhoff about coming out on national television, being a gay athlete at the Sochi Olympics, and her crush on Mila Kunis.
VIDEO: “Apocalypse” by DeAnne Smith Will Rip Out Your Heart, Brains, Entrails
God, DeAnne. You just get me.
VIDEO: And Now, A Dramatic Reading of Kristen Stewart’s Poetry
Perhaps you are like me, and spent most of yesterday sobbing gently at the beautiful truths expressed in Kristen Stewart’s recently published poem “My Heart Is A Wiffle Ball/Freedom Pole.”
Also.Also.Also: Pussy Riot’s A Bunch of Man-Hating Lesbian Zombies and They Like It That Way and Other Stories We Missed This Week
Because it wouldn’t be Valentine’s Day without zombie lesbian kisses.