Pleasurists 164

17 Jan


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Tickle My Tush: A Review

13 Jan

I was emailed by a representative of a new anal play book asking if I’d like to review it. You bet! So I was sent a copy of Tickle My Tush by Dr. Sadie Allison to check out.

It arrived shortly thereafter in a discreet bubble envelope. Inside there was a small book- maybe the size of a salacious checkout-line romance novel that featured a big pair of lips cooing “ooh!” and a review touting, “Bootylicious!”

Hmm. I was skeptical. I turned it over and was assaulted with what I find to be a very off-putting back cover. The color scheme- red with bold white text, the author picture- a heavily made-up, heavily cleavaged woman, the heart-shaped bullet points… Not my scene, honestly. And the brand name, TickleKitty, bums me out.

I took a moment here to examine my reaction. Am I that second wave that I can’t welcome advice from a woman who looks like a mainstream pornstar? I’ll be honest- if I were looking at a picture of someone a little more alternative, less made-up, more real- I’d feel more psyched about opening this book. I took a deep breath, acknowledged that perhaps I wasn’t the target audience of this book, and moved on. On the flip side, this does look like the kind of thing you could pick up at a bachelorette party or in-home sex party. I, however, tend to associate those spots with “novelty” toys and non-body-safe materials and folks who aren’t comfortable enough talking about their bods to be discerning about what they put into them. Would this book be that kind of a product? Is it brilliant marketing aimed to covertly educate that crowd? I tried to put my judgments aside and judge the inside for itself.

I opened the book and honestly read it cover to cover. It took about 45 minutes and I was surprised at how helpful and frank it was. The cutesy names for anatomy danced a fine line for me. G-spot works fine for me- Grafenberg is unweildy- but “a-spot” for “anus” makes me feel like a schoolgirl giggling about the “s-word” or the “f-word.” Also for some reason it peeved me that they wrote “analplay” and “buttplay” as one word, but that is a ridiculous reason to not like something.

The information within was quite helpful. Illustrations are clear and non-repetitive. The side-by-side graphic about the differences in male-bodied and female-bodied butts was enlightening and unique. I loved the way she used the word “color” to delicately and lightly discuss the dreaded “WILL THERE BE POOP” issue, as in “don’t worry if occasionally there is some color.” Ah! How nice! I really like this term and will probably start using it myself.

The book talks about anal play like a really good yoga instructor: it lays out lots of different levels of involvement and encourages you to only go as far as feels comfortable for you. These is a lot of information about safety and consent, but it doesn’t feel like it’s lecturing you. I found the strap-on position illustrations to be especially helpful and wish there had been more! I also liked the tip of towel-placement for ladies during an oily butt-massage to prevent oil from slipping from the butt to the vagina.

I did have some questions left unanswered. I wished there had been more info about the safety issues of unprotected rimming. Protection and rimming were both addressed, but never together, unless I missed it. There are tips about dental dams, but no information about the risks or lack-thereof of unprotected rimming.

I was also heartbroken at how intensely heteronormative this book was. There was literally NO MENTION of same-sex couples, let alone gender- and sex-diversity. I died a little. The illustrations were also all of cartoony barbie and ken-type bodies. It was cutesy, but not size-affirming the way some other books are. Minus points there.

Overall I thought this book had some great information but the heteronormativity was a real deal-breaker for me.

Dr. Sadie, please listen up: All kinds of people like butt play! By ignoring a big group of folks who are non-heterosexual, you contribute to a culture that does the same. As a sex therapist, it is your responsibility to help build a culture that accepts and normalizes the wonderful variety of people who can have all kinds of awesome sex. Please don’t be a dick and ignore them. That is a HUGE turn-off, even for hetero folks like myself.

I may not be your target audience, but I could be a big supporter if you made some minor changes. I’d even let your heart-shaped bullet points slide.

Most sincerely,

Kate

Two for tea

25 Sep

I like the politics behind this weird looking toy.

weird!

Most insertion toys are made to look either cock-like, or amorphous. This self-proclaimed lesbian company decided to make a toy that represented their sexuality- two deliciously curved fingers that can penetrate the self or partner deeply.

Introducing: the Two!

Two!

This sexy finger extender is different than anything I had tried before. It’s 100% silicone and fits over your fingers to penetrate a partner with the dexterity and closeness of your own hand.

Almost.

almost.

So yes, it’s an awesome material that is safe, sterilizable, odorless, and tasteless. Yes, it’s a snug fit. Yes, it provides a few extra inches to your fingers. And it allows the penetrating partner to feel the heat and the movement of the other’s vagina.

nice and snug

But.

I like movement when I’m getting fingered. I like my g-spot pressed and rubbed firmly. Getting fingered _rocks my world_ and I love it in part due to the mad skills of my gracious partners. They have phenomenal techniques to massage my g-spot, twisting and stroking inside of me in ways that make my head spin. This toy tends to limit your dexterity considerably. Its slight curve does help with the g-spot, but it takes fingering down to a mostly in-and-out activity. Still nice and close and sexy and fun, but for me, it’s not as mind-blowing as fingering alone.

rub rub rub

It does give you some added length that can help reach your cervix, if you’re into that. I am definitely a cervix girl, but not at the expense of my precious g-spot.

For self-penetration, the Two is slightly better than just my fingers, but not much.

I like the color choices- lavender and black- though I only see black listed on the website, the one I was sent was lavender. Honestly, I’m just thrilled it’s not pink. I mean, for heaven’s sake.

And it kind of makes your hand look like an alien.

It is fun for recreating the Sistine Chapel though.

!

I don’t think this is a toy I’ll be using a lot, but I like the idea. Keep chugging, ladies at Wet For Her. I feel like you’re almost there!

2 out of 5 stars.

Thanks, Babeland, for sending me this toy in exchange for a fair and honest review!

Tenga Eggs: Not just for your dick anymore!

25 Sep

Remember when my roommate Andy wrote a review of a Tenga Egg a while back? If you haven’t read it, it’s pretty funny. I think it’s worth a peek, if only for the Iron Man/ Sex Egg pics.

If you’re super busy and simply don’t have the time, a tenga egg is this crazy squishy egg-shaped stretchy masturbation sleeve. Andy liked the way it felt, but didn’t feel like it was worth $8.50 for one night of hot squishy egg sex.

So while I’ve seen and felt Tenga eggs before, I’ve never used one of a dude’s dick. Andy was on his own for that one.

so stretchy

New news is this: now that I have a hitachi magic wand, it was time to try the egg-on-wand action I had heard so much about.

squish squish squish

So you can pop a tenga egg over the head of a hitachi. ! It’s kind of awesome. I did mine inside out, so the texture was on the outside. It’s kind of like being fucked by a marshmallow.

In a good way.

The egg dulls the vibrations a bit, which is fun. I really dig the way it feels, but find it a little impractical, since it’s not sterilizable and it’s not advised for reuse. (I’ve used mine more than once though.) It comes in a little plastic egg with a packet of mystery lube inside.

unshelled

It’s squishy. Very. And honestly, I think it feels awesome. I can’t really feel any of the fine detail, just the general squishiness. It feels particularly yummy as I’m coming, squeezing my death grip thighs around the hitachi, and it’s all squishy and rumbly in there.

these are the different textures that are available

I don’t think I’d buy one again. The material just isn’t suitable for reuse and it’s kind of pricey for a throw-away toy. I have been thinking about it as a fun sensation toy… maybe tying David to the bed, blindfolding him, and slipping a tenga egg onto him… It’s an unusual sensation, and it’s fun.

3 out of 5 stars. Thanks, Babeland, for sending me this sex egg (again!) in exchange for a fair and honest review!

It’s also good for people who have jellyfish fetishes, I guess.

The best thing for your g-spot

25 Sep

Listen, guys. I have been begging Babeland for an Njoy Pure Wand for a while now. I’ve heard amazing things.

Let me tell you: all. true.

yessssssss

This dildo is fucking amazing.

It’s stainless steel and heavy. It’s quite cold if you haven’t warmed it up first. I find if I lie down on it for a minute or two, it warms to body temp nicely. It’s fun cold too, if you’re into temperature play.

Since it’s stainless steel, this little guy is super insanely hygienic and indestructible. It also requires very little lube to get slippery.

so slippery

What you’re investing in here is the brilliant design of the dildo. It’s got this luscious curve that works with its weight to require the smallest of motions to deliver insane, squirty orgasms. For me, at least. But word on the street is, this is a generally well-loved dildo. It’s got a smaller side and a larger side, both with nice round bulbs on the end. The larger end is 1.5″ around, and I’m not sure about the other side. The whole thing is 11″ and weighs 24 ounces.

the big end is my end of choice!

The curve of the toy finds my g-spot right away and a gentle rocking motion has me squirting in no time. See the video below for more info. Paired with my hitachi, I could easily just stay in my room for days, provided I also brought in some gatorade or something. This toy is _awesome_. The shape also makes it nice and easy to hold, to get good pressure with, and is easily maneuverable around my curvy bod.

The box it comes in is super cute- very well made and luxurious-feeling. I could easily leave the box out and it would look like a jewelry box. It is delightfully gift-worthy and would make anyone feel pampered.

pretty, right?

I am in love with this new toy and I do believe it might be my new favorite. And, unlike pretty much every other toy I own, I am positive that this one will last me forever.

5 out of 5 stars! Worth every penny.

Thanks, Babeland, for sending me this ridiculously amazing toy in exchange for a fair and honest review! Njoy, keep up the good work!

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