Cowboy Clairvoyant: A Queer Dream Interpretation Series
Members can submit dreams and tarot questions to be answered in this new weekly newsletter, COWBOY CLAIRVOYANT! Check out the first three dream interpretations!
My Girlfriend Hates That My Family Is White, But I Can’t Fix That
She roasts your family for being so white, and you’re like… yep we are, that’s true! So now what? Also, let us plan your trip to Italy!
I’m Afraid I Missed the Best Years of My Life
Your twenties weren’t carefree or slutty — are you too old to have fun now? Also, a reader’s unrequited high school crush is making them miserable.
Out the Movies: ‘Castration Movie’ and the Fallacy of Group Shame
That monologue from The White Lotus, a Torrey Peters novella, and Louise Weard’s lo-fi epic reveal who gets to be trans.
My Kink Is Humiliation, But I’m Too Ashamed to Try It
You want to try some consensual disrespect in bed, but then how could you face her the next morning?? Also, a reader is READY for a new hairstyle, so we help!
Dykes Discuss Steven Soderbergh’s ‘Black Bag’
Two dykes discuss Steven Soderbergh’s latest spy romance Black Bag, Cate Blanchett with dark hair, a new crush on Marisa Abela, the politics of spy movies, why Michael Fassbender shouldn’t get cast anymore, and the beauty of a 90 minute thriller.
How Should We Deal with My Fiancé’s Trumpy Dad on Our Wedding Day?
You’ve both got dads, but only want one of them to be involved on your wedding day, but like, without drama. Also, a reader wonders about sharing their erotica too soon.
Out the Movies: ‘Julia’ (1977) Wants Us To Do the Right Thing
A bisexual playwright, Nazi Germany, and two actresses who took a stand.
Letter From the Editors: We Want To Hear From You
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Dykes Discuss ‘The White Lotus’ Season Three
*Parker Posey Southern Accent* Three dykes discuss The White Lotus season three, pitch The White Lotus: Florida, thirst for Walton Goggins, and ask important questions, like: Monkeys…what do they know? Are they scary? Scarier than PANTHERS? How did we end up on panthers? Guess you’ll have to read to find out. Let’s DISCUSS.
Can We Make Sure This New Baby Doesn’t Torpedo Our Friendships?
How can you make sure you don’t under-prioritize your friendships after having a baby? Also, recommendations for wax play!
Newly Sober Girlfriend Is Harshing My Mellow
You’ve compromised for her, but she still judges you for smoking weed. Also, is this out-of-state queer wedding worth the PTO?
My Girlfriend Has Money to Spare, So Can I Ask for a Loan?
She knows you can’t afford the thing you need, but hasn’t even offered to help?! Also, we settle a debate about bookshelves!
Why Am I the Only Friend Not Invited to the Wedding?
Do you think the invite got lost in the mail?? Also we help a reader who’s stunned by a sudden friend breakup.
Will She Dump Me If I Don’t Wanna Join Her Wellness Journey?
Is it OK to tell your girlfriend you’d simply rather watch TV than exercise with her? Also, what to do when texting people back feels like homework!
Baby Steps #6: The Best Laid Birth Plans
Sometimes you don’t know what you don’t know until you know it — and if there’s anything I can say about our little Prenatal Birth & Labor class, it is “there was a lot I did not know.”
Why Won’t My Gay Coworker Hang Out With Me and My Gay Friends?
Why does your queer coworker not want to hang out with you?? Also, a reader is given a Sophie’s choice between their husband or their would-be paramour.
I Don’t Think I’m Hot Enough Anymore To Date on the Apps
You’re newly single and worried your face card has expired on these dating apps. Also, we help a reader not text their ex!
Baby Steps #5: Fixing the Window
“If I’d made it this far into the pregnancy without being forced to face the reality that has inspired many of my generation to forego reproduction altogether, I could do so no longer.”
My High School Bully Is Happier Than Me
She bullied you for being gay, now she’s the one living a perfect queer life!?? Also, what to do about mismatched communication needs in a relationship?