BD is a compound acronym derived from the terms bondage and discipline next letters follow by the D.
DS (Dominance and Submission) next letter is S
SM (sadism and masochism)
BDSM encompasses many activities, including — but are not limited to — forms of dominance, submission, discipline, punishment, bondage, sexual roleplaying, sexual fetishism.
Activities and relationships within a BDSM context are characterized by the fact that the participants usually take on complementary, but unequal, roles. Typically, participants who are active — applying the activity or exercising control over others — are known as tops or Dominants. Those participants who are recipients of the activities, or who are controlled by their partners, are typically known as bottoms or submissives. Individuals who move between top/dominant roles and bottom/submissive roles—either periodically within a relationship, or from relationship to relationship—are known as S/switches which means either top or bottom.
The term "Bondage" describes the practice of restraining for pleasure. Bondage is usually, but not always, a sexual practice
Punishment can be pain caused physically (such as caning), humiliation caused psychologically (such as a public flagellation) or loss of freedom caused physically (e.g. chaining the Bottom to the foot of a bed)
Dominance and submission
is a set of behaviors, customs and rituals relating to the giving and accepting of dominance of one individual over another in an erotic or lifestyle context.
Sadomasochism refers to the physical aspects of BDSM. Sadism describes sexual pleasure derived by inflicting pain, degradation, or humiliation on another person. On the other hand, the masochist enjoys being bound, spanked or suffering within the consensual scenario
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Gay Shame
is a movement from within the LGBT and queer communities described as a radical alternative to gay mainstreaming and directly posits an alternative view of traditional "gay pride" events and activities which have become increasingly commercialized with corporate sponsors and "safer" agendas to avoid offending supporters and sponsors. The Gay Shame movement has grown to embrace radical expression, counter-culture ideologies and avant-garde arts and artists.
Dykes On Bikes (DOB)
are a loosely affiliated international network of mostly lesbian and dyke motorcycle clubs including The Sirens in New York City, Dykes on Bikes in Portland, and the Women’s Motorcycle Contingent in San Francisco as well as a growing international network of chapters. They are known for their participation in gay pride events such as Pride parades, Dyke Marches and significant LGBT events like the international Gay Games.
Dyke
is slang terminology referring to a lesbian or lesbianism regardless of the person's actual sexual identity. Originally, it was a derogatory label for a masculine or butch woman, and this usage still exists. However, it has also been reappropriated as a positive term implying assertiveness and toughness, or simply as a neutral synonym for lesbian, regardless of individual gender expression.
Types of Dykes:
Bulldyke or Bulldagger-more likely to present as butch
Diesel dyke – more likely to present as butch who most likely drives a truck
Baby dyke – a young, immature or recently out lesbian. Sometimes used in a pejorative sense within the LGBT community to refer to a lesbian who attempts to appear butch unsuccessful.
Stealth dyke – lesbian who can pass for straight, or does not fit the 'dyke' stereotype.
Types of Dykes:
Bulldyke or Bulldagger-more likely to present as butch
Diesel dyke – more likely to present as butch who most likely drives a truck
Baby dyke – a young, immature or recently out lesbian. Sometimes used in a pejorative sense within the LGBT community to refer to a lesbian who attempts to appear butch unsuccessful.
Stealth dyke – lesbian who can pass for straight, or does not fit the 'dyke' stereotype.
AG Lesbian
AG abbreviation of (Aggressive)
In 2005, filmmaker Daniel Peddle chronicled the lives of AGs in his documentary The Aggressives, following six women who went to lengths like binding their breasts to pass as men. But Peddle says that today, very young lesbians of color in New York are creating a new, insular scene that's largely cut off from the rest of the gay and lesbian community. "A lot of it has to do with this kind of pressure to articulate and express your masculinity within the confines of the hip-hop paradigm.
see butch for details
In 2005, filmmaker Daniel Peddle chronicled the lives of AGs in his documentary The Aggressives, following six women who went to lengths like binding their breasts to pass as men. But Peddle says that today, very young lesbians of color in New York are creating a new, insular scene that's largely cut off from the rest of the gay and lesbian community. "A lot of it has to do with this kind of pressure to articulate and express your masculinity within the confines of the hip-hop paradigm.
see butch for details
Touch Me Not Stud
In the lesbian community is a stud who is untouchable or refer as touch me not meant to gain pleasure from giving pleasure.
Butch-Femme Relationship
In the 1940s in the U.S., most butch women had to wear conventionally feminine dress in order to hold down jobs, donning their starched shirts and ties only on weekends to go to bars or parties. The 1950s saw the rise of a new generation of butches who refused to live double lives and wore butch attire full-time, or as close to full-time as possible. This usually limited them to a few jobs, such as factory work and cab driving, that had no dress codes for women. Their increased visibility, combined with the anti-queer rhetoric of the McCarthy era, led to an increase in violent attacks on gay and bisexual women, while at the same time the increasingly strong and defiant bar culture became more willing to respond with force. Although femmes also fought back, it became primarily the role of butches to defend against attacks and hold the bars as queer women's space. Ying and Yang
While in the '40s, the prevailing butch image was severe but gentle, it became increasingly tough and aggressive as violent confrontation became a fact of life. In the 1950s, reported that women held strong opinions, that "role distinctions needed to be sharply drawn," and that not being one or the other earned strong disapproval from both groups.
Starting in the 1970s, some feminist theorists pronounced "butch-femme" roles politically incorrect because they believed that all butch/femme dynamics by necessity imitated hetero-sexist gender roles, leading to butch-femme relationships being driven underground.
However, "inherent to butch-femme relationships was the presumption that the butch is the physically active partner and the leader in lovemaking....Yet unlike the dynamics of many heterosexual relationships, the butch's foremost objective was to give sexual pleasure to a femme. The essence of this emotional/sexual dynamic is captured by the ideal of the "stone butch.
While in the '40s, the prevailing butch image was severe but gentle, it became increasingly tough and aggressive as violent confrontation became a fact of life. In the 1950s, reported that women held strong opinions, that "role distinctions needed to be sharply drawn," and that not being one or the other earned strong disapproval from both groups.
Starting in the 1970s, some feminist theorists pronounced "butch-femme" roles politically incorrect because they believed that all butch/femme dynamics by necessity imitated hetero-sexist gender roles, leading to butch-femme relationships being driven underground.
However, "inherent to butch-femme relationships was the presumption that the butch is the physically active partner and the leader in lovemaking....Yet unlike the dynamics of many heterosexual relationships, the butch's foremost objective was to give sexual pleasure to a femme. The essence of this emotional/sexual dynamic is captured by the ideal of the "stone butch.
Femme
Feminine female lesbian who protrays the submissive role in a butch-femme relationship.
types of femmes:
Aggressive Fem- a dominant femme but still carries herself girly as well.
Pillow Fem- a more softer femme who is describe as a bottom.
types of femmes:
Aggressive Fem- a dominant femme but still carries herself girly as well.
Pillow Fem- a more softer femme who is describe as a bottom.
Boi
Boi (plural: bois)
is a term used within LGBT and butch and femme communities to refer to a person's sexual and gender identity. In lesbian communities, there is an increasing acceptance of variant gender expression and intersexuality, as well as allowing people to self-identify with labels such as boi. The term may denote a number of possibilities that are not mutually exclusive.
A young transman, or a transman who is in the earlier stages of transitioning.
A term of endearment for butches by femmes. It may also be used in the gay community to refer to a younger person
is a term used within LGBT and butch and femme communities to refer to a person's sexual and gender identity. In lesbian communities, there is an increasing acceptance of variant gender expression and intersexuality, as well as allowing people to self-identify with labels such as boi. The term may denote a number of possibilities that are not mutually exclusive.
A young transman, or a transman who is in the earlier stages of transitioning.
A term of endearment for butches by femmes. It may also be used in the gay community to refer to a younger person
Gay Games VII
called the Chicago Gaymes, is part of a family of international sports and cultural festivals called Gay Games, sanctioned by the Federation of Gay Games and organized by the LGBT community of the host city of Chicago, Illinois in the United States.
The four acts represent the four stages of this evolutionary process as envisioned by the Director: Exclusion - that moment when we discover that we may not fit into the world as we might have thought, growing up...the moment of discovery of difference; Oppression - the manifestation and formalization of the dynamic initiated in Exclusion...homophobia, gay bashing, contemplation and execution of suicide out of despair...ending with the embracing of self and the beginnings of hope; Expression - the power of community and standing up for oneself, of coming out of the closet, finding Like Others, celebration of individuality and difference within even our own communities; Ignition - the taking of all this powerful energy and philosophy and lighting the world with the ideals of enlightenment and acceptance.
At the midway point of the Ceremony was the "Exhortation to a Weary Army," a reinvigoration to the community in the worldwide fight against AIDS, given from the AIDS Memorial Quilt, and tribute to Tom Waddell, the founder of the global Gay Sports movement and the Gay Games.
The four acts represent the four stages of this evolutionary process as envisioned by the Director: Exclusion - that moment when we discover that we may not fit into the world as we might have thought, growing up...the moment of discovery of difference; Oppression - the manifestation and formalization of the dynamic initiated in Exclusion...homophobia, gay bashing, contemplation and execution of suicide out of despair...ending with the embracing of self and the beginnings of hope; Expression - the power of community and standing up for oneself, of coming out of the closet, finding Like Others, celebration of individuality and difference within even our own communities; Ignition - the taking of all this powerful energy and philosophy and lighting the world with the ideals of enlightenment and acceptance.
At the midway point of the Ceremony was the "Exhortation to a Weary Army," a reinvigoration to the community in the worldwide fight against AIDS, given from the AIDS Memorial Quilt, and tribute to Tom Waddell, the founder of the global Gay Sports movement and the Gay Games.
Winifred Emms
best known by her stage name Hetty King, was an English entertainer who played in the music halls over a period of 70 years.
Emms was born in Shoreditch, London on April 4, 1883.
Emms adopted the name Hetty King when she first appeared on the stage of the Shoreditch Theatre, at the age of six with her father, William Emms (1856-1954), a comedian who used the stage name of Will King. By 1905, she was appearing in music halls, with her solo act, as a male impersonator, often dressed as a "swell". Her career spanned both World Wars when she performed in the uniform of either a soldier or a sailor. She also played the "principal boy" in many pantomimes.
Emms was born in Shoreditch, London on April 4, 1883.
Emms adopted the name Hetty King when she first appeared on the stage of the Shoreditch Theatre, at the age of six with her father, William Emms (1856-1954), a comedian who used the stage name of Will King. By 1905, she was appearing in music halls, with her solo act, as a male impersonator, often dressed as a "swell". Her career spanned both World Wars when she performed in the uniform of either a soldier or a sailor. She also played the "principal boy" in many pantomimes.
Breast Binding
Hiding one's breasts is likely the most challenging piece of the gender illusion puzzle for a drag king. While some are small breasted and may succeed using a tight sports bra, many kings resort to one of the following, or several of the following used in conjunction with other methods: Ace bandages (which is incredibly risky due to the bandage's nature of tightening with movement, restricting breathing); duct tape (dangerous for the same reason as Ace bandages, restricting breathing); soft, hard, or ribbed back braces (worn backwards); and compression shirts and vests. Some use a method involving cutting a hole in the crotch of pantyhose for the head and making sleeves out the legs.
This creates a tight stocking shirt that compresses the breasts. While it is uncomfortable to bind one's breasts in any way for any period of time, duct tape is the most damaging. Prolonged use has resulted, in some cases, of tearing off skin and excessive blistering after removal, or stretching of the breast tissue and skin after long term use. Another damaging binding technique, but more immediately so, is the use of Saran wrap. Saran wrap will close off the pores, not allowing the body to sweat or breathe.
Kings have been known to pass out, or faint, within minutes of performing due to binding with saran wrap.
This creates a tight stocking shirt that compresses the breasts. While it is uncomfortable to bind one's breasts in any way for any period of time, duct tape is the most damaging. Prolonged use has resulted, in some cases, of tearing off skin and excessive blistering after removal, or stretching of the breast tissue and skin after long term use. Another damaging binding technique, but more immediately so, is the use of Saran wrap. Saran wrap will close off the pores, not allowing the body to sweat or breathe.
Kings have been known to pass out, or faint, within minutes of performing due to binding with saran wrap.
Drag King
A lesbian or heterosexual woman who impersonates a man by dressing in men's clothing as a way of lifestyle or for performance.
A typical drag king routine may incorporate dancing and singing or lip-synching. Drag kings often perform as exaggeratedly macho male characters.
A typical drag king routine may incorporate dancing and singing or lip-synching. Drag kings often perform as exaggeratedly macho male characters.
Don't Ask, Don't Tell
The don't ask, don't tell policy, signed in 1993 by former president Bill Clinton, was implemented as a compromise with legislature which opposed a complete repeal of the prior ban on gays in the military. The death of Seaman Allen Schindler in 1992 brought the issue of gay servicemembers to the forefront. Established under the premise of privacy, discretion and protection, the policy bans gay, lesbian, bisexual or transgender people from serving in the military and prevents military officials from asking probing questions or pursuing investigations of soldiers suspected of being homosexuals. Any servicemember that openly reveals their homosexuality through words or actions are discharged from service.
Proposition 8
Proposition 8 (officially called the Eliminates Right of Same-Sex Couples to Marry Act) was an initiative on the November 2008 California voter ballot which altered the California Constitution by defining marriage as between one man and one woman.The original title of the measure was "California Marriage Protection Act," but it was changed to "Eliminates Right of Same-Sex Couples to Marry Act" by Attorney General Jerry Brown to accurately reflect what the true meaning of the measure.
On May 15, 2008, in a 4-3 decision, California's Supreme Court ruled in favor of plaintiffs (comprised of gay rights group Equality California, almost two dozen gay couples, and the city of San Francisco), who argued that the 2000 law banning same-sex marriage in the state was discriminatory. The decision made California the second U.S. state to legalize gay marriage. Thousands of same-sex couples flocked to the alters. The ruling prompted an anti-gay marriage campaign, which resulted in Proposition 8's placement on the November 2008 voter ballot.
On May 15, 2008, in a 4-3 decision, California's Supreme Court ruled in favor of plaintiffs (comprised of gay rights group Equality California, almost two dozen gay couples, and the city of San Francisco), who argued that the 2000 law banning same-sex marriage in the state was discriminatory. The decision made California the second U.S. state to legalize gay marriage. Thousands of same-sex couples flocked to the alters. The ruling prompted an anti-gay marriage campaign, which resulted in Proposition 8's placement on the November 2008 voter ballot.
Same-Sex Marriage Rights
Gay marriage and civil partnership laws change often. This list will be updated accordingly and will soon include nations and regions that ban same-sex marriage.
States and countries that allow gay marriage; or benefits
CANADA
MEXICO
U.S.A- Washington DC,New Hampshire,New Jersey,Vermont,Maine,Massachusetts,Iowa,Wisconsin,Oregon,Washington,Nevada
EUROPE
SOUTH AFRICA
States and countries that allow gay marriage; or benefits
CANADA
MEXICO
U.S.A- Washington DC,New Hampshire,New Jersey,Vermont,Maine,Massachusetts,Iowa,Wisconsin,Oregon,Washington,Nevada
EUROPE
SOUTH AFRICA
Domestic Partnership
A legal status granted to heterosexual and homosexual couples who reside in the same home, usually with less federal and local benefits than that of marriage . The benefits available to couples in domestic partnerships vary by each state that allows them.
Diva
A gay man, drag queen or woman that presents themselves as a strong-willed, confident and sometimes arrogant person. A diva is considered an icon to be admired for their beauty and pose.
Coming Out
A process by which one understands and accepts a level of same-gender-loving feelings and begins to disclose them to others
Civil Union
A legal status available in some states and regions to couples of the same sex as a substiture for full legal marriage. The benefits awarded to gay couples in civil unions vary by each state that allows such unions; however, they are usually less than the federal and local benefits of full legal marriage.
Butch
The term butch often refers to a lesbian that has either a masculine appearance or mannerisms. The word butch can have a negative or positive connotation depending on the usage. Although some still use this word, it doesnt reflex on the new age generation of 2000,
Check for Stud,Dom,Ag
Their are two types:
Soft Butch: A woman described as very girly like not a very dominant female.
Hard Butch: A woman described as overly Masculine (i.e. top) very dominant female.
Check for Stud,Dom,Ag
Their are two types:
Soft Butch: A woman described as very girly like not a very dominant female.
Hard Butch: A woman described as overly Masculine (i.e. top) very dominant female.
Voguing
A dance form popular in the 1970s and 80s. Voguing began in the Harlem gay scene as a non-aggressive battle between two feuding individuals- who chose to use dance instead of violence to settle differences. Voguing often imitated the perfect lines and flexibility of model poses seen in fashion magazine such as Vogue.
No touching was allowed during vogue challenges, even though dancers would often become intertwined in each others extended arms, legs and hand moves. The voguer with the best dance moves was declared the winner of the battle.
Voguing later evolved into popular fundraising shows and individual dance styles. Today, most houses use a type of dance called the j. sette to challenge each other.Choreographer, dance and runway teacher Willi Ninja was considered one of the best voguers of all time.
No touching was allowed during vogue challenges, even though dancers would often become intertwined in each others extended arms, legs and hand moves. The voguer with the best dance moves was declared the winner of the battle.
Voguing later evolved into popular fundraising shows and individual dance styles. Today, most houses use a type of dance called the j. sette to challenge each other.Choreographer, dance and runway teacher Willi Ninja was considered one of the best voguers of all time.
Gay Houses
A family unit of LGBT people, often comprised of individuals who have experienced some form of family rejection (including homelessness) or those that merely seek guidance and mentoring from more experienced LGBT people. Houses are usually led by a house mother or father and the kids of the house sometimes carry the last name of the house founder. For instance, recording artist and entertainer, Kevin Aviance is a member of the House of Aviance. Some, but not all, houses compete against each other at balls. Different houses have varying criteria for membership and often house members will refer to each other as mother, sister or brother.
Realness
The ability of a drag queen, transgender or other glbt person to look like or pass as the opposite gender.
Gay Balls
Balls (or ballrooms) are elaborate events where "walkers" compete in a series of categories emulating high fashion, style or a way of being.
The ball circuit has evolved over time and competition categories have expanded. Categories are heavily judged on realness and range from butch queen realness to drag queen realness to sex siren. Balls can also be an opportunity for gay house members to gather or compete against other houses.To learn more about balls or to get a glimpse of the action, see the documentary Paris Is Burning.
The ball circuit has evolved over time and competition categories have expanded. Categories are heavily judged on realness and range from butch queen realness to drag queen realness to sex siren. Balls can also be an opportunity for gay house members to gather or compete against other houses.To learn more about balls or to get a glimpse of the action, see the documentary Paris Is Burning.
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