- Sex & Drugs
- 04 May 05
News and views from around the world, stimulation for the eyes and ears, Sexton's Miscellany plus this week's Top Sex Tip
Canadian Religious Leaders Support Gay Marriage
In a marked difference to their American neighbours, Canada’s religious leaders have called for the right to perform same sex marriages. In early April, Christian, Jewish, Muslim and other religious leaders as well as hundreds of worshippers gathered to demonstrate faith-based support for same-sex unions. In Vancouver, Rabbi David Mivasair stated that gay couples were God’s creation and that gay marriage is in accord with God’s will. The Canadian Unitarian church has adopted the position that “homophobia is a sin rather than same-sex marriage.” An enlightened bunch, you might say.
Sexy Statues in Saxony
German archaeologists have discovered what they think is the world’s oldest pornographic image. A dig in Saxony has uncovered the remains of two statues depicting a man and woman having sexual intercourse when joined. These statues are around 7,200 years old. Prior to this find, 2,000 year-old frescos showing sexual scenes were believed to be the oldest representation of sexual intercourse.
Love is in the Air
If you fancy joining the Mile High Club but aren’t keen on shagging in the Economy Class toilets, next time you’re in the USA you might consider signing up with San Antonio Air Tours. The company is offering a private cabin with a mattress behind the pilot’s seat and a curtain separating you from the pilot. The Mile High Club costs $250 per couple so cash-strapped lovers will have to wait until Ryanair comes up with an, ahem, no-frills package.
STIMULATION FOR EYES AND EARS
Books
A great book for couples looking to add something new to their sex lives is Pam Spurr’s Sinful Sex: The Uninhibited Guide to Erotic Pleasure. Despite the title, you won’t find anything too weird or perverse here, which is why it’s perfect for couples that have difficulty discussing their sexual desires and needs. However Sinful Sex is an easy, enjoyable read and has loads of easy to follow tips. Available from Eason’s at www.buy4now.ie or from Amazon (priced at around 112).
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Toys
Let someone else take charge with the Mantric Miyakodori Remote Control Bullet. The Miyakodori is a multi-function remote control vibrator, with three speeds and three pulsating patterns. As it comes with a range of 7.5 metres and six pre-programmed vibration patterns, it could be the most fun you could have down at your (hopefully noisy) local. Available from LoveHoney.ie for 158.33
Sexton’s Miscellany
Fancy a Coffee? Be careful whom you accept a cup of coffee from.
In African-American hoodoo tradition, as well as in Sicilian folk-magic, menstrual blood served to a man in his coffee or tea is a recipe for capturing his sexual attention.
In European folk magic, urine is used in coffee and tea love spells, as a quick substitute for menstrual blood, when the intention is to tie or bind a lover.
If menstrual blood doesn’t appeal, this spell can be done with vaginal fluids. The best alternative is to use vaginal fluids gathered after masturbation during the full moon.
Men wishing to capture a lover were advised to masturbate while thinking about the desired woman. The resultant semen was then added to the food or drink of the prospective victim.
Tasty.
This Fortnight's Top Sex Tip: Lasting Longer
When asked, most men reckon they’d like to last longer during sex. And trust me, most women appreciate a guy who can delay his orgasm until she’s had at least one. Unless there is a medical reason for premature ejaculation, most men can learn to go the extra mile by practicing the following easy steps:
Regular masturbation helps release sexual tension. The more frequently you have sexual stimulation, the easier it becomes to control your orgasm.
If you feel you are about to ejaculate squeeze the base of your penis by wrapping your thumb and index finger around it. Apply firm pressure, focusing on the urethra. This lessens the tension and holds back the ejaculatory response. However you have to time this correctly. About four strokes before you’d come is advised. Leave it too late and nature will take its course.
Wearing condoms not only protects against STDs and pregnancy but the reduced sensitivity can increase sexual stamina. If necessary, consider wearing two condoms at the same time.
Practice makes perfect. Masturbate until near ejaculation and then allow the level of excitement to drop. Repeat 3 to 5 times. Depending on how frequently you practice, you should find an improvement in your sexual stamina within 2 – 6 weeks.