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Old Hollywood meets the New South at this debut event that revives what we love about Atlanta Cotillion. Benefitting AID Atlanta, Diva Ball will ignite some of your fondest memories. Dress to impress the crowd as your favorite classic movie star or diva.
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I hear it went for well over $500, adding to a grand show total of well over $100,000 raised for the Georgia Lymphoma Research Foundation. So say what you will about our awesomely nerdy event, Dragon Con has an economic impact that makes all other events in the city of Atlanta pale in comparison. Throughout Dragon Con weekend, I was able to introduce the great John Barrowman of Torchwood fame, Karen Gillan of Doctor Who and Guardians of the Galaxy, Chris Rankin from Harry Potter, the cast of The 100, as well as the amazing Freakshow cast from American Horror Story on other panels. None of our guests are ever prepared for the love that our fans show in support of their bodies of work. I always ask guests of Dragon Con what their ‘Aha!’ moment is, and their answers always go back to the inspirations that fans give them. Erica Ervin, the transgender actress who played Amazon Eve on American Horror Story: Freakshow met with no less than 12 transgender youth who gushed to her on what an inspiration she is to our community.
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For me, it was meeting Kermit, the Frog. I was just a fan in the audience for that panel, and genuinely wept tears of joy when he was brought out and spoke directly to us sitting in the audience during a Q&A session with his owner, Steve Whitmire.
If you missed Dragon Con 2015, don’t despair. Our 30th Anniversary is next year, and plans have already begun to make Dragon Con 2016 one to remember. Sound off by e-mail or in the Wow. No other word can describe the experience that Dragon comments if you’re online with your favorite Dragon Con ‘Aha!’ Con gives its fans. Every year over Labor Day weekend, tens of moments, I’d love to hear from you. thousands of fans obsess over costumes and celebrity sightings Until next time, Obsessed readers... and panel schedules and parties. Then before you know it, Dragon Con ends. Like the mighty Phoenix (or Dragon in this case), a year of planning births a bigger and better plan to conquer Dragon Con – in a brighter, more fiery way – for the next one. I had the pleasure of taking on 12 different panels over the epic four-day Dragon Con event. More than 70,000 fans came by to receive the warm Atlanta welcome, and I and the other 2200 volunteers couldn’t have been happier. My first panel introduced guests from Once Upon A Time, Helix, and The Rocky Horror Picture Show. More of a think-tank panel, the audience that joined us for Why Actors Choose the Roles They Choose was filled with aspiring writers who wanted to pick the brains of our actors and find out what really inspires them about a particular role. Later on, I got to hang out with Stephen and Robbie Amell of Arrow and The Flash fame. One of the big surprises for all their Dragon Con fans was a never-before-seen screening of the Season 4 trailer for Arrow. While audiences “oohed” and “aaahed” watching it, I was able to get some of their wine bottles signed (Nocking Point out of Walla Walla, WA) for donations to our Charity Auction. 20 | 9.16.15
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DIVAS UNITE: 2015 Y’ALLYWOOD DIVA BALL Hollywood meets the New South at debut event by Jason Mietelski
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s young gay boys, we escaped our realities and immersed Remember, classic Hollywood movie stars and Diva icon cosourselves for a few precious moments in dream-worlds tumes are encouraged. Toast of the Town recommends these where we could live out our fantasies as someone else: locations for costume acquisitions and ideas: our favorite stars and entertainers were born in imaginary worlds that we created to bring color to our lives and • ATLANTA COSTUME—2089 Monroe DR. (404) 874-7511 make our days more enjoyable. • COSTUMES, ETC—2138 Faulkner RD. (404) 728-4598 • PARTY CITY—2900 Peachtree RD. NW (404) 841-9170 Playing dress-up, acting out a favorite scene, lip-synching to a song we couldn’t resist listening to on repeat were a So come on, guys. Let your hair down, get creative with your part of our younger years, and quite possibly have carried costume, and come to the 2015 Y’allywood Diva Ball prepared to on into adulthood. Now they are also the theme of the 2015 party and help defeat this disease that affects every single one Y’allywood Diva Ball, a new event that honors Atlanta Cotillion of us. It’s going to be a night to remember. and benefits AID Atlanta. Y’allywood Diva Ball takes place Saturday, Sept. 26 at That’s right. For one magical night, you have the opportunity to Mason Murer Fine Art Gallery, 415 Plasters Ave. Tickets relive some of your fondest memories dressed to impress the start at $100. Visit 092615.com. crowd as your favorite classic movie star or diva. James Dean, Marilyn Monroe, Julie Andrews, Fred Astaire, Judy Garland, For more information about the official organizer, Team Diana Ross, Cher, and Marlon Brando are just a few of many LemonAIDS, which has raised over $70,000 for Atlanta who could show up at the Mason Fine Art on Saturday, Sept. 26. AIDS Walk since 2010, visit lemonaidsatl.org, follow them on twitter: @lemonAIDS_ATL, or call (404) 683-5598. Tickets to this lavish event start at $100. General admission gives you the chance to dress up, dance, have a great time and mingle for the cause with other like-minded people. It also includes: • • • • • •
Unlimited cocktails and signature drinks All the hors d’oeuvres and catered food you can eat Entry into a $20,000 cash Red Carpet Raffle, including a $10,000 cash grand prize Live music and entertainment Surprise performances throughout the evening A tax deductible donation to AID Atlanta
Y’allywood was previously known as Atlanta Cotillion. Because of other projects and diverted funds this year, Cotillion was almost lost. Toast of the Town collaborators James Nelson, owner of TEN Atlanta, and Krystee Spencer, refused to let that happened. Best of all, the new event is designed with its guests in mind. “This isn’t just another stuffy fundraiser,” Nelson says. “This is going to be a lot of fun, and we hope the raffle will help us sell more tickets to benefit AID Atlanta. This is a night to celebrate. We want to see lots of Joan Crawfords and Rock Hudsons, so use your imagination.” davidatlanta.com | 25
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FALL FESTIVALS:
Music Midtown The good, the bad and the super gay by Marc J Cubs
A CHOCKFULL LINEUP OF AMAZING ARTISTS AND A TON OF LGBT FAMILY AND FRIENDS MAKE MUSIC MIDTOWN 2015 ONE FOR THE AGES.
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Parking is going to be a pain. Since Music Midtown is in the heart of Atlanta, there will be no parking, so just go ahead and forget about that. You can attempt to conjure up some type of Parking Fairy, but chances are she’ll be on vacation and doesn’t give a phuck about you.
ejoice – Music Midtown is finally here! Not that I’m looking forward to all the drunk shenanigans of college You really can park along the streets surrounding the park, but kids or the increasingly annoying crowds, but I’m totally you know that the Atlanta Parking Police will be out to ticket you stoked for this year’s festival. even if you’re just one foot too close to a stop sign. Trust me, I’ve been there. Friday’s lineup includes Elton John, Drake, Hozier, Alice in Chains, Tove Lo, and Vinyl Theatre, to name just a few. MARTA really is the most logical way to get to the festival. Even Saturday’s acts are all over the place with genres, and Uber will take forever, and the pricing surge will make you cringe. you should be super excited. Van Halen, Sam Smith, Lenny Find out where your closest MARTA station is and take that. The Kravits, Hall & Oats, Billy Idol, Panic! At the Disco, Vance Midtown station is about a 15-minute walk to the park, and the Joy, Icona Pop, and more will all be taking the various stages Arts Center Station is about 25 minutes, so it’s not too terribly far. Buy your fare early, because the last thing you want to do is in Piedmont Park. stand in line before you even get to the festival – in which you If you’ve never been to Music Midtown, here is how the fes- will have to stand in line. If you have a plastic MARTA card, you tival plays out. can even load it up online. Just wait one hour for it to process.
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ELTON JOHN
Before you even get on MARTA, you need to be sure you’re wearing comfortable shoes. They are your number one priority in life. Well, at least for this weekend. Those cute, open toed sandals or those awesome flip flops aren’t going to be that awesome when drunk people repeatedly decide to crush your tiny toes with their muddy boots. Do yourself a favor and wear some walking or running shoes.
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Drench your body in sunscreen as well before you leave the house. You also cant bring in a big backpack, so be sure your bag is big enough to fit the essentials but not big enough to have Security tell you that you can’t bring it in. I really do miss that JanSport book bag. Catch some smaller and breakthrough acts.
SAM SMITH
There will be four stages set up throughout the park this year. You can bop around from stage to stage as you like, whenever you like. The bigger name acts will have the bigger stages – obvs. Even though there will be a ton of big name acts like Drake, Elton John, Sam Smith, and Van Halen, you should try and go see some of the smaller acts.
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Don’t get me wrong, I loooooooove Sam Smith, and if you haven’t seen him perform yet, then definitely go. And Drake will definitely get the crowd going. But the lesserknown artists are definitely going to be entertaining, not to mention have less of a crowd. So if you’re anti-crowds of people but love live music like me, you need to check out some of these artists below. Tove Lo had a breakthough hit last year with “Habits (Stay High),” and her song “Talking Body” is currently still on Billboard’s Hot 100. She’s an extremely talented artist who puts on one hell of a show. She’ll have you grooving and rocking out from the moment she steps onto the stage. Do yourself a solid and go see her perform. With a raw voice, Jamie N Commons is a rocking artist with a beautiful voice. If you like “old time rock and roll” songs, then you’ll love this guy. He’s sort of a mix between Marc Broussard and Imagine Dragons. Jamie N Commons is so good that he nabbed the very first spot on the soundtrack to TV’s No. 1 show, The Walking Dead. The British born singer has also done work with Eminem and Jay Z, so you know he’s something serious. His songs have been featured in various commercials as well as episodes of Game of Thrones, Teen Wolf, Justified, and Need For Speed. This guy is going to be huge in the next couple of years. You probably haven’t heard of the group X Ambassadors but you most definitely have heard of at least one of their songs. “Renegades” is currently in that Jeep commercial, but the group is far better than just that. They hail from New York and have been at work making their mark since 2009. The group Imagine Dragons heard X Ambassadors perform on the radio and got the group signed to Interscope Records. Jay Z even worked with X Ambassadors for a remix on their song “Jungle” featuring fellow Music Midtown act, Jamie N Commons. This remixed version of the song has been featured in numerous movie trailers like Horrible Bosses 2 and Pitch Perfect 2, TV shows such as Orange Is the New Black, and video games like Need for Speed.
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Elle King not only has one amazingly unique voice, but she is also Rob Schneider’s daughter. Elle has already toured with Modest Mouse, Train, Of Monsters and Men, Ed Sheeran, James Bay, and Dropkick Murphys. The 26-yearold’s debut single, “Ex’s and Oh’s” is currently climbing up the Billboard Hot 100 chart, and “Playing for Keeps” is the theme song for VH1’s Mob Wives Chicago. Hopefully Elle will continue to make a name for herself, and a stop in Music Midtown might just be the thing that sends her career into overdrive.
If you’re young enough, you’ll probably already know who Alessia Cara is. She basically got her start on YouTube doing cover songs. “Here”, her debut single, was released in April and quickly earned her praise from the likes of Complex Magazine, SPIN, Cosmopolitan, and Billboard. Her single was also featured on Billboard’s “20 Pop Songs You Need For Your Summer Music Midtown goes down Sept. 18-19 in Piedmont Park. Playlist,” and even though she is brand spankin’ new, she is defi- Visit musicmidtown.com nitely someone you want to keep an eye out for. 28 | 9.16.15
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FALL FESTIVALS:
Tomorrow World A Survival Guide by Marc J Cubs
HERE’S HOW TO ROCK OUT AND THRIVE AT THE REGION’S PREMIERE EDM FESTIVAL JUST OUTSIDE THE REACH OF CIVILIZATION IN THE CHATTAHOOCHE HILLS.
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lright, so … a few months ago, your friends talked to you into going to this little event called TomorrowWorld. You have no idea what the event is besides being crazy expensive. You do know, however, that it has something to do with music and partying and it’s out in the Boonies somewhere. Well, months pass and you quickly forget about it until one day those same friends who talked you into going remind you that it’s coming up this weekend! What the what?! How did this happen so quickly and how do you still not know what TomorrowWorld is?
lines are going to be long and you’re going to be dirty. Dust and mud will be your second skin, so having these will be a lifesaver. Related to baby wipes, bring toilet paper. This will be a hot commodity towards the end of the night, so be sure to have some if they 86 loo rolls. Deodorant. Obvious reasons. You don’t want to be “that guy” everyone is secretly talking about behind your back that smells like an old fart stuck in an older onion skin that’s wrapped up in a baby’s diaper. It’s going to be hot, and you’re going to sweat. Ear plugs! You may think I’m being silly because it is a music festival, but trust me when I say that you will have a headache and you will not be happy about it. Ear plugs will definitely grant you some sanity especially when you try to sleep.
Water or Hydration Pack. You need to drink plenty of water. This is the most important thing to bring. The Georgia sun will Have no fear. Your friend DJ Marc J Cubs has the lowdown on be a bitch, and you will be an even bigger bitch if you do not TomorrowWorld – What you need to bring, what to wear, and hydrate properly. who is performing. Let the journey begin. What to Wear What To Bring Comfy shoes. In case you didn’t know, there’s a ton of walking If you’re camping, bring a wagon. This is extremely important. at TomorrowWorld. You literally walk to everything. There’s no The campsite and parking lot is far away, and in this Georgia taxi, no Amtrack, no Uber, nothing. So you better have some weather, you do not want to start your TW experience already comfortable kicks. burned out before it even starts. Your shoes will also get dirty and your feet will hurt. So knowing Repeat after me: “Baby wipes are your friend.” Again! “Baby those two things, be sure to bring extra socks and Tylenol. You’ll wipes are your friend!” Trust me when I say that the shower be so much happier if you do.
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Comfy clothes. Yes ladies, you do look super cute in those knee high, rainbow colored, feather lined socks. But the real question is do you think you’ll still be super cute in them eight hours later in the Georgia heat? Is it really worth it? I didn’t think so.
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Even though you want to dress stylish and stand out and have an amazing time, you also need to dress accordingly. The weather will most likely be super bi-polar, so be prepared for intense heat during the day and “I need a cuddle buddy to stay alive” type of cold at night. Who is Performing? David Guetta, Benny Benassi, Bingo Players, Tiesto, The Chainsmokers, DJ Snake, Laidback Luke, Armin Van Buuren, Martin Garrix. We’ve all heard of these guys and we all love them, but there are a ton of lesser known acts that you should plan to check out.
RUDIMENTAL
Don’t only go see the big name acts. Expand your musical horizons and discover other great DJs. Besides, the crowd will be less packed and you’ll get a better spot. And you’ll have a really good chance to checkout a DJ before they get super famous and then you can brag to all your friends back home that you saw them perform before they made it big. Sick Individuals: This duo from the Netherlands have slowly been killing it. Their remixes of popular songs as well as their original work are some of the best out there. Their remixes of NERVO & Hook N Sling’s “Reason” and Icona Pop’s “I Love It” are definitely go-to, dance floor filling, songs. They’ve worked with everyone from Avicii, Rihanna, David Guetta, Daft Punk, and Axwell, among others. Definitely stop by their set if you want to catch something different and a little bit more “in your face” type of EDM.
SEVEN LIONS
Rudimental: Their album Home was one of my favorite albums from 2013 and it spawned a plethora of hits overseas including “Feel The Love (ft. John Newman)”, “Waiting All Night (ft. Ella Eyre), and “Free” which showcased the incredibly talented Emeli Sande. Their style is a bit early 90s pop with a twinge of 00s hip hop. Their newest album We the Generation is out next month so you’ll be sure to hear some of the tracks from that album including the Ed Sheeran assisted “Bloodstream” (which is a rework of the song off Ed’s x album). I’m just saying that when I go to TomorrowWorld, I definitely will be at Rudimental’s set. Cashmere Cat: Having worked with Ariana Grande, 2 Chainz, Charli XCX, Kid Ink, Tinashe, Kanye, Lana del Rey, and Miguel, this producer/DJ/turntablist is quickly making a name for himself. I mean the guy’s work is just sick! “OctaHate” by Ryn Weaver is my favorite song of last year, and Cashmere Cat did an amazing remix to the song without taking away the dynamics and feel of the original. Futuristic R&B mixed with hip hop and dance music about sum up Cashmere Cat’s vibe so if you’re into that, stop by and take a listen – you’ll thank me later.
both figuratively and literally. You’ve probably heard at least one or two Seven Lions’ tracks without even realizing it was him. After getting signed to Skrillex’s own record label, Seven Lions dropped his second EP, Worlds Apar t, and caught the attention EDM’s biggest names. My favorite track is “Strangers” (ft. Tove Lo) which got reworked along with Myon & Shane 54. By the way, he got the name from the fantasy book called Latro in the Mist by Gene Wolfe and Seven Lions is a character in it. Seven Lions: Actually just being one person, not seven, this #themoreyouknow American producer/DJ is definitely an act that will have you dancing all set long. With a mixture of trance and dub step, TomorrowWorld hits the Chattahoochee Hills Sept. 25-27. Seven Lions will make sure that you’re feeling the good vibes Visit tomorrowworld.com. 32 | 9.16.15
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STRIP INTO YOUR SPEEDO AND THROW ON YOUR GAS MASK, FOR THE END OF THE WORLD STARTS AT THIS BEACH-TASTIC BLOW OUT.
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Get ready for the Nuclear Meltdown Beach Party at Heretic, a true a-pop-olyptyic extravaganza hosted by Rupaul’s Drag Race Season 7 winner, Violet Chachki.
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Nuclear Meltdown is a homecoming of sorts for Chachki, who was last in Atlanta for Legendary Children’s Hogtied in June. The parties are also sponsored by Wussy Mag. Savannah queen Dax Exclamation Point -- who is rumored to have just filmed Season 8 of Drag Race -- will sashay into town as well for the soirree. Known for her cosplay looks, Dax is drag mother to Brigitte Bidet and Violet. “Violet has been a vital part of Legendary Children since we began in 2013,” explains Legendary Children and Wussy artist and founder Jon Dean. “It’s amazing to see her progression, and I can’t say any of us were surprised to see her take the crown. We have all grown tremendously as a group, and I think we all 40 | 9.16.15
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love throwing these parties so much because it brings us back together for a night. “Back when we started, no one took us seriously, and I think we have proved that we are a force to be reckoned with,” Dean adds. “We are so grateful to the queens and queer visionaries who came before us in Atlanta -- real legends like RuPaul, Lady Bunny, and yes... Nicole Paige Brooks. We just want to keep the radical spirit alive and have fun along the way.” In addition to the family trio of queens, the cataclysmic night will include performances by the other Armageddon beach life guards: Biqtch Puddin, Evah Destruction, Arrianna Paris and Mo’Dest Volgare. Resident Legendary Children DJ King Atlas mixes up the dance party with guest DJ Robert Ansley . But hang tight. Even though Nuclear Meltdown may seem drag-centric, there’s plenty of room for every queer in the village, Dean says. “You don’t have to be a drag queen or even a Drag Race fan to enjoy our parties,” he assures. “The people that attend always bring out amazing, underground club-kid looks. This is a post-apocalyptic beach party, so we encourage people to wear speedos, gas masks, and leather gear, whatever! This party is officially closing out the summer here in Atlanta, so don’t put away those bathing suits just yet!” Striving to break down barriers and build queer acceptance and valid recognition in the South, Legendary Children is a true testament to freedom of expression. The kids endeavor to solidify nightlife as an artistic, shared experience. “We cater to the queer community - which encompasses all types of people,” Dean explains. Legendary Children Atlanta’s Nuclear Meltdown Beach Party detonates Friday, Sept. 18, at Heretic 9 p.m.-3 a.m. $5 cover before 10 p.m. $10 after. Legendary Children’s next Heretic party is set for Halloween night, hosted by Drag Race Season 7 fan favorite Katya. photos: Jon Dean of WUSSY MAG
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Every Single Question... Every Single Answer Dear Dom,
SUM, the problem is how you’ve set up the equation. The odds are against you says mathematician Dr. Hannah Fry. “So, perhaps it’s not possible to change your face to make it more universally attractive. But when it comes to picking a partner, the role of human choice comes into play. Choice means probability, and probability means mathematicians can get to work.” In her new book The Mathematics of Love, Fry explains the “Decoy Effect.” It’s a concept that’s been employed by marketers for years that demonstrates that the presence of an irrelevant alternative can influence choices. “When going to a party to talk to potential partners, choose a friend to go with you who is as similar-looking to you as possible, except slightly less attractive. Having them there will make you seem like a better option.” Callous? Yes. But don’t be shy about using the decoy effect to your advantage, SUM. Just don’t introduce your wingman as “my irrelevant alternative.”
Dear Dom, It’s time to buy a gun. Last weekend, I got mugged while walking to my car at night. I need a good gun My new boyfriend is an avid pro football fan. He enjoys the rugged action and tunes in to every Atlanta for protection. Where do I start? game. I know nothing about the sport. I don’t want to be left out on game day. Got a few pointers? Angry Mugged Man Outraged Robbery will make anybody go ballistic, AMMO. “We teach queers to shoot, then teach the world we have done it,” says Gwendolyn Patton, spokesperson for the LGBT defense advocacy group Pink Pistols. “We are dedicated to the legal, safe and responsible use of firearms for self-defense of the sexual minority community.”
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Never step in front of the TV. Guns can be reassuring. Yet, they come with problems and Keep the cold beer flowing. risks. Georgia Senate Bill 308, passed in 2010, allows a The Saints are evil. properly licensed gun owner to carry their weapon almost anywhere, even in bars. Those same laws also permit business owners to exclude them. This is especially true in bars Dom and nightclubs. “Guns and alcohol do not mix!” warns Patton. Advice columnist Dominic has been there and done that And how happy is the happy hour where everyone is armed? with most everything. He gives a new low to all levels of This means you’d leave the weapon in your car where it depravity. He’s heard every question and every answer. would be useless during a mugging. Give him a try, email DearDom@davidatlanta.com. My choice is pepper spray. It’s effective, easy-to-carry and is accommodated almost everywhere. Choose a type that fires a stream of liquid, rather than a fog. Like any weapon, you 64 | 9.16.15
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You may not be feeling particularly good today. Could it be a physical manifestation of a mental ailment? That’s a distinct possibility, given the way you stress out. Take a few days off next week if you can, and then see how you feel. But keep your therapist’s number handy, just in case.
Today would be a wonderful one for a dinner party. Nothing chases away the blues better than socializing with friends. So whip up a quick and easy meal, pop open some wine and invite some of the guys over. They may need the release as much as you do.
Your financial situation may be good, but make sure you have some tucked away for a rainy day. Right now the skies are sunny and you may be in a mood to spend. But don’t go crazy, or once the rains start you won’t even be able to afford an umbrella.
Watch how you snap those claws today, because there could be someone out there that’ll snap right back. It’s always interesting when two crabs meet; it can be like throwing gasoline on a fire. But, oh! The passions ignite once the lights go out.
You’re usually persistent in your attempt to meet and woo attractive new guys. This often works to your advantage, but it can also make you look even more pushy than usual. Be subtler in your approach today. And get rid of the baseball bat you use to club them over the head with.
You may have to care for a sick friend today. So whip up some chicken soup and bust out the can of sympathy. Most of us no longer live with our mothers, so we rely on the support of our friends to get us through. Be one such friend today. Besides, you’ve got the legs for that nurse’s outfit. 66 | 9.16.15
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You’ll need to be flexible today. People may not be on the same wavelength as you, and they’ll disrupt your chi. There’s not much you can do other than go with the flow and be adaptable. Work with that philosophy and you’ll get through the day without going ballistic.
Today’s a good one to get the things you want, especially with guys. Start with a subtle approach and try to go in through the back door. But if that doesn’t work, gather all your energies and charge full steam ahead until you emerge victorious.
Follow your moods today. They may be like the sea: Unpredictable and forever shifting. But they’ll take you to new and exciting ports of call where you might find a first mate to help you navigate.
Idiot coworkers will have you wishing you were somewhere else today, like on a beach in Tahiti, getting a massage and sipping a drink as you wonder what your idiot coworkers are up to.
Be aware of developing health issues today. It’s easy to let your well-being slip in these busy times. But you’ve only got one body, and there are no exchanges. Start with a physical and dental checkup. Then develop a fitness routine that works for you. Your body and mind will thank you.
You find the absurdities of life to be entertaining, but you don’t have to be one of them. Acting the buffoon or behaving outlandishly may be a hoot to you, but others find it embarrassing and childish. Does that matter to you? It should.
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S E S S I O N Two years ago today, I messaged you. Since then, I gave up everything to move here. Now we’re married and you sold me an empty bill of goods. My bad. I want a divorce.
You can take the queen out of the smalltown, but you can’t kill take the small-minded bigotry out of the queen.
Be something other than a passive aggressive bitch and tell me what you mean.
When even that epic booty isn’t enough to make up for his crap any more.
Want to battle wits with me? Put your money where your mouth is...if there isn’t already a doughnut or penis there!
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When changing lanes, using your turn signal is a requirement… not a suggestion. Thanks, asshole!
Dial down the fancy, honey. Everyone remembers when you ate pork-n-beans out of the can for lunch for a year.
I wish these “male entertainers” would just go ahead and put on a wig and heels and call it a day. You’re a half step from a drag queen already.
If getting back on my good side is really what you’re after, how about not nailing my roommate while I’m out of town for the weekend.
It wasn’t just your cheating & incessant lying...it was also because your highest aspiration in life was to be a banal housewife.