- Sex & Drugs
- 19 Oct 04
News and views from around the world, stimulation for eyes and ears, Sexton's Miscellany plus this week's top sex tip...
Massive Mammary Overload
Just as America was recovering from the Janet Jackson ‘Nipplegate’ scandal, Anna Nicole Smith experienced a wardrobe malfunction during G-Phoria, a computer games award show. Anna’s dress slipped, exposing her breast while presenting an award. Unfortunate accident or cunning plan? You decide. Somewhat more artistic was Yoko Ono’s breast exposure. The artist and former partner of John Lennon recently exhibited enlarged photographs of a woman’s breast and vagina on public buildings in Liverpool.
Whisper Sweet Nothings to Me
A study published in the September issue of Evolution And Human Behaviour suggests that there is a correlation between how attractive a voice is and the frequency of sex. According to the study, people with more attractive voices tend to lose their virginity earlier, have more sexual partners and are more likely to be unfaithful. Bet you wished you’d signed up for those elocution lessons after all!
No Sex? I’ll see you in Court!
A husband in Seville, Spain frustrated by his wife’s refusal to have sex with him for five nights in a row charged his wife with domestic abuse. The unsatisfied husband charged his wife with “degrading treatment.” Unfortunately for him, the judge did not agree and threw the case out of court.
Stimulation for Eyes and Ears
Photography
The 11th Annual Erotic Awards recently took place in the UK. Winner of the best photographer category was Petra Joy, also known as the Strawberry Seductress. Petra’s photography and video service enables couples or individuals to make an erotic record of their passions. Petra works from the very simple assumption that sex is a positive force and aims to capture that in all her work. Anyone interested in having a personal porn movie professionally shot should check out her website at www.strawberry-seductress.com.
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Books
Those interested in the history of sexuality should have a squizz at Forbidden Erotica by Mark Rotenberg and Laura Mirsky. The book is a collection of beautifully shot, black and white Victorian erotic photographs. It certainly revises the idea that the Victorians preferred empire building to erotic exploration. Although, granted it is a little odd looking at men in handle bar moustaches getting it on. Part social history, part pornography, it’ll look as good on the coffee table as it will the bedside table. Forbidden Erotica can be ordered from Eason’s on www.buy4now.ie and retails for €29.79.
Toys
Interested in anal, but feeling a little apprehensive? Try the Doublicious. The Doublicious is a double dildo that has small beads on each end that gradually increase in size and is made of flexible plastic. A large bead in the middle means that more than one person can use the dildo without any unwanted swapping of bodily fluids. The Doublicious retails online for $19.95 at www.libida.com or enquire at your local adult store.
This Issue’s Top Sex Tip: Playing Tootsie
Poor feet. They are one of the most unappreciated and ignored parts of the human body. However, with a little effort and preparation, feet can become an erotic powerhouse. If you are a little squeamish about toe-loving, try this.
Set the scene. Light some candles and incense. Soak your lover’s feet in hot water. This is not only relaxing for your partner, but once you know that their tootsies are squeaky clean, any reticence you feel should begin to ebb.
Once your partner begins to relax, soap his or her toes. Wash the entire foot and ankle, making sure to clean between each toe. Massage the feet while soaping. Once you are finished washing them, rinse thoroughly with clean water and pat them dry. While you want the feet clean, you don’t want to be licking soap either.
By now you should be feeling happier with your partner’s feet. But there is no need to jump right in yet. Try massaging the feet. Use your hands to explore every crevice. Kiss them lightly. Explore each toe with your hands and tongue. Take each toe in your mouth one by one, tasting and sucking them. Vary pressure and see how your partner reacts to each part of the foot being stimulated.
Most people have fairly sensitive feet, so the good news is that almost everyone responds positively to toe stimulation. The whole body is an erotic organ; don’t ignore any of it!