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Christmas Shopping

Holigay Gift Guide: Secret Santa 101, The Art of Anonymous Gifting

As someone who has been on the receiving end of terrible Secret Santa gifts for almost a decade, I feel somewhat qualified to offer up some gift ideas and advise you on Secret Santa gift etiquette.

Crystal November 29, 2011 54 Comments
Travel

Fourteen People You Sit Next to On Airplanes

Who have you sat next to?

Rachel November 29, 2011 121 Comments
Politics + Activism

In Some States, Being Gay Still Not Quite Not Illegal

Laws that criminalize homosexuality were declared unconstitutional in 2003, but that doesn’t mean they don’t still exist.

Rachel November 28, 2011 11 Comments
Health

101 Revolutionary Ways to Be Healthy (#59 – Get Past Body Envy)

Being healthy is a revolutionary act. A manifesto to thriving in a mixed-up world.

Jess November 28, 2011 19 Comments
Christmas Crafts & DIY Projects

DIY This: Good Homemade Gifts You Can Make at Home!

You don’t need lots of money or special ninja skills to make gifts that people will actually really like, for real.

Laura November 28, 2011 55 Comments
Christmas Shopping

Cyber Monday: Deals You Can Get Without Getting Out of Bed

It’s Cyber Monday! I can’t help you with electronics, but here are my best suggests for Books, DVDs, Games and American Apparel Briefs. Get all your shopping done deeply discounted and move on with your life.

Lizz November 28, 2011 10 Comments
Lesbian Weddings

Just a Sweet Lesbian Love Story in “Vows” You’ll Probably Like

Riese’s Team Pick: Gail Marquis & Audrey Smaltz, partners of 12 years, earn The NY Times’ coveted “VOWS” placement this Sunday and their story is extra-adorbs.

Riese November 28, 2011 11 Comments
Recipes

Get Baked: Basil and Tofu Stir Fry

A tasty vegetarian stir fry that basically cooks itself.

Crystal November 28, 2011 40 Comments
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The Muppets Movie Was Super Cute

In which I try to write a movie review for the first time because that’s JUST HOW MUCH I LOVE THE MUPPETS.

Riese November 28, 2011 27 Comments
Music

Autostraddle Exclusive: Holly Miranda Covers The Deftones’ “Passenger” For You

Crystal’s Team Pick: Here’s a very special cover that you cannot hear anywhere else.

Crystal November 27, 2011 15 Comments
Society + Culture

Gay People Still Thankful for Marriage Equality, Nicki Minaj, Sandwiches This Sunday Funday

As you finish up your Thanksgiving break and finally reach the bus / train / plane terminal taking you far away from your family, you might as well take in some good gay news, too.

Carmen November 27, 2011 47 Comments
Food Lists

10 Best Ways To Throw a Citric Acid Party In Your Mouth

Life is like a box of marinara sauce and margaritas, you never know what you’re gonna get. What’s your favorite?

Riese November 26, 2011 40 Comments
Society + Culture

GetUp! Australia’s Ad Is the Cutest Thing to Happen to Gay Marriage Since Ellen and Portia

Everyone is in love with the new ad spot for marriage equality from GetUp! Australia.

Rachel November 26, 2011 65 Comments
Literature

Things I Read That I Love #2: Law & Order Edition

True stories about terrible things.

Riese November 25, 2011 31 Comments
Health

Health Care: Hard for LGBT People, Hardest for LGBT Old People

Despite some recent improvements, doctors still don’t know what do to with gay and trans people. And it gets worse as you age.

Ryan Yates November 25, 2011 6 Comments
Movie Features

My 13 Ideas For Movies Starring Cereal Mascots

The other day I was wondering what they would do when they run out of super heroes to make movies about. Decided they should go for cereal mascots.

Brittani November 25, 2011 7 Comments
Straddleverse

It’s Time For Hey! Did You See That Comment? Friday

Consider this a pick-me-up after unpleasant family experiences and/or the tragedy that is black Friday.

Laura November 25, 2011 2 Comments
Playlists

Playlist: Sexytime, 90’s R & B Edition

“A sexy, sexy playlist for those nights when you’re drunk and silly and snuggly, and want to love up your lady with a grin.”

Jamie J. Hagen November 25, 2011 25 Comments
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Autostraddle Has T-Shirts, Posters & Calendars For You!

It’s the most wonderful time of the year to love yourself and Autostraddle at the same time with t-shirts, posters, and calendars! Plus SPECIAL BLACK FRIDAY DEALS!

the team November 25, 2011 23 Comments
Money + Work

Weird Shit People Ask Me at This Dumb Restaurant Job

Ha ha! I’m quitting my job next month! Hahahahahaha!

phoenix November 24, 2011 108 Comments
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