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17 Lesbian Battering:
The Reality of Violence In Our Community
by Karen Stewart

20 Winter Travel for Women of the 90's
A comprehensive Lisltng of Lesbian/Gay oriented inns & Resorts
by Tastia Sumner

m^eporfments
7 News
11 What's Goin' On
14

Dear Agnes

27 the Coffee Club
Holiday Reading

29 Quiz: Are You A
Christmas Junkie?

31 Graffiti

33
34
37

Poetry
Horoscope
Directory

40 Classifieds

24 Whot A World,
Whot A World!
An Interview With

Comic Kate Clinton

by Nancy Ford
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ews

From Around the Region,the Country & the World
Dallas Activist

Bill Nelson Elected as
New THRF President

Alan Levi,a certified public accountant
in Dallas, was elected as the new treas

urer of the organization.
Nell Hahn and Steve Davis,both attor

AUSTIN - At its October quarterly

neys firom Austin, were elected as new

board meeting held last week in Hous

trustees to the board.

ton, the board of trustees of the Texas

THRF's legal director, David Bryan,

Human Rights Foundation (THRF)

characterized the new slate of officers

elected a new slate of officers and
added two additional trustees.

for THRF as a balanced blend of old

Elected as THRF's new president was
Bill Nelson of Dallas,former president

and new talent and experience for the
organization. "I believe Bill Nelson's

history of activism will set a new tone

of the Dallas Gay Alliance and long

for THRFas it carries out the important

time THRF board member. Owner of

work in which it is involved, while at

Crossroads Market in Dallas, Mr. Nel
son was instrumental in founding the

the same time THRF will benefit from

AIDS Resource Center in Dallas and

his experience of having been a trustee
for many years,"Bryan said."I am also

was a former candidate for city council

excited by the addition of new trustees

in Dallas. Mr. Nelson succeeds Frank

from Austin, where THRF has been

Stenger of Austin,an assistant attorney

under-represented in the past."
At the meeting last week,Sue Lovell of

general for the State of Texas, who has
served as THRF's president since Oc
tober of 1988. Stenger remains on

former president ofthe Houston Gay &

THRF's board as chair of its litigation

Lesbian Polidcal Caucus, was named

Houston,a THRF board member and a

committee.

as the chair of THRF's nominating

Elected as THRF's vice-president was

committee charged with identifying

Donald Skipwith, a Houston attorney

new trustees to be considered for the
board of trustees at the January meet

who also serves as vice-chair of the
board ofdirectors ofthe AIDS Founda
tion Houston. Skipwith succeeds Gene

Harrington of Houston as vice-presi

ing.Persons interested in learning more
about service on THRF's board or

dent; after six years of dedicated serv

about the work ofthe organization may
contact David Bryan or Sue Lovell at

ice as a trustee, Harrington submitted

(512)479-8473.

his resignation, which was accepted by

THRF's board presently consists of 13

the board.

trustees living in Austin, San Antonio,

Dec. & Jan. 1989/90 • Dimensions • Page 7

Houston and Dallas. The board meets

First Legal Day in Texas; First Gay

quarterly in various cities around the
state, and its meetings in 1990 are ten

Pride March; Referral Services; A
women's softball team; speaker's bu
reau; and various concerts, dances and

tatively set for Austin,El Paso,Corpus
Christi and Lubbock., as part of the
statewide organizations effort to in

volve gay men, lesbians and persons
with AIDS from outside the larger
metropolitan areas of the state.
THKF is the sponsor of the litigation
pending in an Austin court known as

other functions. Austin Lambda also

spun off several groups including: The
Alliance; Gay Fathers; Lesbian Moth
ers; and ALSO(Austin Lesbians Speak
Out).
Austin Lambda as a legal corporation

will continue to exist in name only. If

21.06 of the Texas Penal Code, which

you have any suggestions for future
uses of this organization as a commu
nity enterprise, please write them at:

criminalizes private,consensualsexual

P.O. Box 5455, Austin, TX 78763.

Morales vs. The State of Texas, chal

lenging the constitutionality of Section

relations between two men or two

women. Linda Morales of Houston is

THRF's lead plaintiff in the case,
which also includes four more plain
tiffs from Austin and Dallas. The State

is attempting to have the case dismissed
and a hearing will be scheduled late this
year in the matter.

Austin Lambda to

Cease Operations
AUSTIN - September 1989 marked
Austin Lamda's tenth anniversary.One
month later the organization has ceased
to exist except in name only.
Claiming a lack ofcommunity support,
Austin Lambda will close it's office

and cease publication of it's newsletter

effective immediately.
Austin Lambda has been instrumental

in making major contributions to the

gay community both in Austin and
throughout the state of Texas. A partial
list of their accomplishments includes:

Newly Formed Lesbian
Arts Group Needs
Members
DALLAS - Women in the Arts Net-

WOTking Together (WANT), a newly
formed organization in the Dallas met
ropolitan area is seeking members.
Writers, artists, musicians, thespians
and all others, whether amateur or pro
fessional, are welcome.
Meetings are held the second and fourth

Thursdaysofeach month at the Womyn
for Womyn Resource Center at 1315
Skiles, Dallas at 7:30pm.

Goals of WANT include: creating a

refenal network for women in the arts;
Increasing the audience for women in
the performing arts; and to provide an
alternative environment that fosters
creativity.
Plans are being made now for a 1990
Women's Festival and a benefitshow is

planned fqr TJ's in Denton on Decem
ber 16th to help make the festival a

Page 8 • Dimensions • Dec. & Jon. 1989/90

reality.
If you would like to become a member
or are interested in learning more about
WANT,the next meeting will be held
■ on December 14th or you can call(214)
288-9299 or 823-3105.

but a company spokesposon says the
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with a 500 to 1000 word description of

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Dr. Dianne Bogus,WIM Publications,
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Dec. & Jan. 1989/90 • Dimensions • Page 11

on the 14th at 8pm, tickets are

in

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working Together(WANT)is sponsor
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proceeds will go towards the festival so get out and show your support!

DALLAS - Radical feministspeaker &
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3401Turtle Creek on December 10th &
11th. On the 10th Sonia will host a

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(214)823-4279 for more information.
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cadia Theatre in Dallas on Friday,
Dec. 8. Tickets are available at Curi

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ear/T(
gnes
Answers to your questions about love,
relationships & personoi probiems
Dear Readers
In late November, we received the fol

lowing letter in the Dimensions office.
Although it was marked "Letter to the
Editor", we thought it would be more
appropriate and more widely read in
this column.

and 10 percent of male couples had
"ritualized their relationship with a
ceremony." More than one-third had
executed legal agreements to protect
their relationship. (Results based on
812 respondents.)
Unfortunately, these couples cannot
choose to legally marry and depend on

Dear gay and lesbian

existing laws to support their family

community and supporters:

life. The legal contracts we make can

Syndicated advice columnist Ann Lan

replicate only some of the protections

ders has asked what her readers think

that are automatic with marriage. Just
one example: A widowed lesbian part

about "legal sanctions for same-sex
couples." To communicate your sup
port for the rights of gay and lesbian
couples, write to Ann Landers,c/o The
Chicago Tribune, 435 N. Michigan

ner cannot claim her departed spouse's
Social Security benefits.

And this inequity is far-reaching. At
least 10 million Americans are in same-

Avenue,Chicago,IL 60611.

sex relationships,judging from a recent
San FranciscoExaminer poll thatfound

Here's what we told Ms. Landers:

60 percent of gay men and lesbians in

We think lesbians and gay men should

relationships.
Our society should support these gay

be able to legally marry. In our view,
it's a matter of civil rights. Not to
mention simple fairness and good
sense.

and lesbian families for the same rea

sons we support traditional families.
Functional families make better neigh
bors and more productive citizens.

Too often, gay and lesbian relation
ships have been attacked as antithetical
to "Family values." Nothing could be

Sincerely
Stevie Bryant and Demian,Ed.D.

further from the truth. Gay and lesbian

Publishers/Editors

couples — and their children — are

PARTNERS: The Newsletter

genuine families. They share with all

for Gay & Lesbian Couples

families the traditional value of love,

Box 9685, Seattle, WA 98109

caring and mutual support

The truth is,gay and lesbian couples are
already marrying one another in both
religious and secular ceremonies. Ac

cording to preliminary results of our
national survey of gay and lesbian
couples, 16 percent of female couples

This is Agnes Talking: After we re

ceived this letter Ann Landers printed
some of the responses to her question
on November 26th. She indicated that

opinion was running 2 to 1 against
legalizing gay & lesbian marriages.

Page 14 • Dimensions • Dec. & Jon. 1989/90

Now get out those pencils and lets
change the numbers!

Dear Waiting,

Dear Agnes,

head, even if you have an open door
policy, will be "cutting your own

I have worked for the same company in
the same location for fifteen years. I
loved my job up until the last year and
a half. A new boss was shipped in and
everything has been all downhill ever
since.

First off this guy knew nothing about
the whole operation here. He thinks he

is too good to get his hands dirty. No
matter what happens he never pitches

Don't go to his boss. Going over his

throat."

You could try talking directly to him,
mention that you need help with a proj
ect and every one else is tied up. Could
he help? See what kind of reaction you
geultcouldbehe doesn't know whatto
do. And if he has never been employed
in this line of work, he may think he is
doing what he needs to do.By all means
be tactful anddon'tattackhisbehavior.

in. Basically, he has a "holier than

<S

thou" attitude.

Now,I am notjust saying this because
I think someoneelse should have gotten
the job, but there were people here that
could have handled the job a lot more
efficiently than he is.

He is a college boy with clean finger
nails. He has management snowed and
he treats everybody around here like
dirt.

What should I do? Should I talk,to his

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Lesbian
Botterin
The Reality of Violence
in Our Community
by Karen Stewart

Thefollowing article isacondensed version
oftwo ofafive part series collected by Ms.
Stewart. Due to space limitaiions we are
unable to publish allfive articles in their
entirety. If you would like a copy of the
articles, please contact Ms. Stewart at
(512)339-8508.

There are many in the lesbian
community that believe lesbian
battering could notexist—that women
are not capable of physically and
emotionally abusing other women.
But, it does exist and it is much more

widespread than most of us are aware.

In Austin in 1985, the Austin Coalition
Against

Abuse

in

Lesbian

Relationships(ACAALR)conducted a
survey of81 lesbians. They found that
65% of those surveyed said they had
experienced abuse in one or more adult
relationships. Of this 65%, 70%

reported physical abuse, 85%
emotional abuse and 32% reported

sexual abuse. 13% reported that they
were the abusive one in

the

relationship. In line with national
statistics on women in the general

population, one third said that they
were sexually abused as children and
over 50% report emotional abuse as
children.

Battered lesbians deny their abuse or
refuse to seek help out of fear that they
will not be believed or because they see

no way out of the relationship. They
may also be afraid to approach
mainstream battered women's shelters

for fear of a homophobic response and
because there is little or no community
support or services in this area. Many
lesbians do not believe that there is any
abuse occurring within their

Page 16 • Dimensions • Dec. & Jan. 1989/90

community.

adhere to an exact time schedule, wear

In addition, many battered women live
in a constant state of denial. They
believe that what they are experiencing
is not really abusive, that they are

a certain hairstyle, etc...
•Demonstration ofPower—Assigns
chores, laws, curfew. Makes

responsible for the abuse because of
some flaw within themselves,or that if
they will just "work harder" or "be

discrediting remarks, physical and
sexual abuse.

• Dependency — No access to bank

better" the abuse will stop^
Abuse can be brought about by many

account; won't let you have job or
makes you work to support partner.
• Occasional Indulgences — sudden

causes. Most common is alcohol or

changes of heart, brings you

drug abuse, although childhood
experiences and many other

extravagant gifts or does something for

experiences do contribute to abuse.
Recognizing that you are battered or are

• Crazymaking — convinces you that

an abuser is the first step to healing.
Below, I've gone into some detail on
recognizing the signs of the different

rules; she's not violent, you're

you that you didn't expect.

what you said, you didn't; changes
paranoid; uses things you've told her

abuse are attempts to exert power or

about yourself against you; buys you
gifts and then blames you for money
problems; tells you things are

control over another person.

happening when they aren't and vice

kinds of abuse. All of these forms of

At the end of this article, you will find
a resource list on where to find help for
yourself, your lover or a friend.

versa.

Physical Abuse
Physical abuse almostalway goes hand

TYPES OF ABUSE
Emotional Abuse
Below are listed some of the signs of
emotional abuse

with a short

in hand with emotional abuse,
however; all emotional abusers are not

physically abusive.
Physicalabuse can rangefrom pushing,

explanation.

shoving and outright fist fights to

• Isolation — Alienation from family
and friends; refuses to provide money
or transportation; may move you away
to another city, state or even country;

burning the skin, putting guns and
knives in the vagina, and stabbing or
shooting.

the abuser may also refuse to have a
telephone; irrational jealousy.

Sexual Abuse

• Threats — threatens to kill or hurt

Although much of the description of
physical abuse can also be applied to

you; have you committed; find you no

sexual abuse,sexual abuse can take on

matter where you go; or to commit

Insulting jokes, name calling,ordering

many different forms. Forcing you to
have sex, forcing you to participate in
group sex or have sex with another
partner,or doing anything sexual that is

around.

against your will is abusive.

• Trivial Demands — makes you

Don't confuse S/M sex with abuse.

suicide if you leave.
• Humiliation/Degradation —

Dec. & Jan. 1989/90 • Dimensions • Page 17

While S/M,like any form ofsex,can be
abusive,this isn't always the case. Most
S/M sex is consentualand both partners
agree beforehand on how3 far things

SAN ANTONIO

Resource Center •Frances Timmons,Counselor
(512)732-0757
OKLAHOMA

will go and a code word to stop things if
they get out of hand.

Shirley M. Hunter, M.A. • (405)848-5429

WHAT TO DO

Women's Learning Resource Center

NEW MEXICO
(505)268-2116

If you are a battered lesbian or a

Hania Stromberg, M.A., M.S.W.

batterer, you are not alone and you can
end you nightmare. Seek help from
your friends and family if possible and
seek professional help(a resource listis

(505)268-7477

provided at the end of this article).

BOOKS
Lobel, Kerry ed. Naming the Violence:
Speaking Out About Lesbian Battering.
Washington: Seal Press, 1986. Stories from

If you have a friend or family member
who is involved in an abusive

relationship,remember that you cannot

LOUISIANA
Multi-Service Center •(504) 561-5861

battered lesbians, articles from women in the

make their decisions for them — what

movement on history and programs.

you can do is offer your support and
love. Supply them with reading

Sonkin, Daniel. Learning to Live Without

material on abusive relationships. The
more they read,the more likely they are

Oriented toward straight men but helpful for

Violence. San

Francisco: Volcano Press.

lesbian bauerers.

to recognize themselves as a battered
woman or abuser. Offer them a place to

stay ifand when they cometo a decision
to leave — many women are, or f^el
that they are,financially dependent on

NiCarthy, Ginny. Getting Free: A Handbook
for Women in Abusive Relationships.
Washington: the Seal Press, 1982. A straightoriented self-help book. Revised edition has
section on lesbian battering.

their abuser and will need your help in
this area. And, last but not least, refer
them to this resource list for

professional help.
AUSTIN

Center for Battered Women's Shelter
Outreach (512)385-5181

Waterloo Counseling (512)322-9654
In Hayes County - Women's Center

Books and music

for the feminist,

gay and lesbian
communities.

(512)396-4357

Open Tuesday Saturday from
10:30 to 6:30 p.m.,
and Sunday
1 to 5 pjn.

Inklings

DALLAS

an alternative bookshop

t-®tvn Community Services

3000 Turtle Creek Plaza •(214)520-8108
(no specific program but focus on lesbian issues)
HOUSTON

Sharon Stone & Associates

3935 Westheimer, Suite 306•(713)623-6081

1846 Richmond • Houston, Texas 77098
Owners: Pokey Anderson and Annise PaAer

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What does

Stephanie
Knowiond has

the power...

Even as a child, Stephanie realized
that her psychic abilities set her
apart from others. Now, a crazed
killer whom she helped send to
prison is determined to exact his

your ex-lover
mean to you?

Are you best friends? Enemies? Do
you provide emotionail support for
one another . . . or have you lost
contact? Through dozens of per
sonal interviews with lesbians and

their ex-lovers, Carol Becker has

charted the course that a break-up

revenge on Stephanie and her
lover. Stephanie's power alone is
not enough to save them against
the psychopath who has decided to
play a fiendish cat-and-mouse

may take. She shows how the end of

game with the two women.

family and community.

THE

CRYSTAL CURTAIN

by Sandy Dayar

a relationship can provide a time for
important personal growth, and

how former lovers can also serve as
the foundation for new forms of

UNDROKEN TIESi
Lesbian Ex-Lovers
by Carol Decker

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WINTER
TRAVEL
FOR
WOMEN

OF THE 9
by Tasha Sumner

It's thattime again! Timefor our annual

expect of you when you stay at their

"Winter Travel" article. In June of

homes. Your Hostess or Host likes

1988, Dimensions sent out a survey to
ourreaders.In thatsurvey,we asked the
questions: Have you ever spent time at

people and offers thier home to you as
a member of the"community" without
intruding on your privacy (or you on
hers). She may offer you juice and

a lesbian/gay resort? Would You?
While only 9% of the respondents said
that they had vacationed at a lesbian/
gay resort,a resounding 98% said they
would like to go(or return)to vacation
at one.Many of you added comments to
the effect that you would love to vaca
tion at a "family" resort, if you just

knew where they were. Well, that's

coffee or a full breakfast-each home is
unique."
Since Mother Source was so kind as to

give us this definition, we'll start with a
description of their service and then
move on to specific accommodations.

where wecome in! These travel articles

MOTHER SOURCE TRAVELS
P.O. Box 23305

are to let you know that there are places
out there that are "just for you" — and
nobody else! So,let's go ...

(618)462-4051 or (314)569-5795
To find accommodations nationally

St. Louis. MO 63156

simply call or write Mother Source.

Since most of these resorts are Bed &
Breakfasts, I'll start out with a defini

tion of B&B provided by Mother
Source Travels of Sl Louis, Missouri:
"B&B offers the traveler more than
accommodations in a strange place:

They will ask you for general informa
tion and answer any questions you
might have. You just tell them where
you are u-aveling within the U.S. and
they will see if they can find a match for
you. You'll need to call two or more

B&B offers an opptHtunity to experi

weeks in advance since availability

ence the local culture and expand your
social network through the gracious-

changes daily. They may be able to find
accommodations for you on shorter

ness of a Hostess or Host who knows

notice, but it's better to be safe. They
require a one day depositfrom you and

the area,where to go,and what is going
on locally without the time commit

the Hostess will expectthe remainder in

ment that friends and relatives may

cash.

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If you would like to register your B&B

RUBY SLIPPER

with Mother Source, call or write for
more information. You don't have to

813LaLomita

have a B&B to register,just extra space
in your home and a desire to share your
local culture with traveling women.

Taos, NM 87571
Located in the heart of Taos, the Ruby

TRIANGLE INN

P.O. Box 2069

Slipper is walking distance from the
plaza with all that it has to offer. You
can choose from private or shared bath,
standard or water beds, and several
rooms come with authentic kiva fire

P.O. Box 3235

Santa Fe, NM 87501

(505)455-3375
Situated 11 miles north of Santa Fe on

the road to Taos, The Triangle Inn of
fers 6 individual guest houses con
structed of "real" adobe. With your
choice of an efficiency, a one or two
bedroom, all guest houses also include
full kitchen and bath plus a living area.

place or wood burning stove. There's
lots of cross-country and downhill
skiing and hiking available within close
range. The Ruby Slipper also offers
hammocks and hot tub in the courtyard.

continued on page 32

Whether skiing at Santa Fe,relaxing in
the hot tub in the courtyard,or spending
romantic evenings in the historic city of
Santa Fe, you're sure to enjoy your
stay. Current rates range from $75-$95
per night but you'll need to call since
holiday rates are slightly different and
prices will be changing after the first of
the year.

CORRALESINN
P.O. Box 1361

Corrales, NM 87048

(505)897-4422

15 minutes from Albuquerque and 40
minutes from Santa Fe, you'll find this
a charming Bed & Breakfast. All within

driving distance you'll find: downhill

NEW YEAR'S EVE
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riding, hot-air ballooning and a natural

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able for a small amount.

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hat A World,
hat A World!
The Madwoman
of Provincefown:
Comic Kate Clinton

by Nancy Ford
"I love it when something happens

show.

spontaneously—it kind ofrips through

"1 might prepare two 45-minute sets
and actually get about thirty minutes of
material done. The rest is improv. I'm
doing a part in my show now where 1
just say, "Are there any questions?"

me."

"Ii" is comedy, and Kate Clinton gets
excited when she talks about it.

"It's almost like there's another person
talking. It's really a gift 1 enjoy."
As much as she enjoys it, predomi

They range from "Do you like to eat?"
to "What's your phone number?"

nantly lesbian/feminist audiences have

Katcestimates thatapproximately 10%

enjoyed it too, and then some. Since
1981 she has toured the country serving
up her oft-time political, sometime
graphic, always bulls-eye accurate wit
to increasing numbers of fans.
"The joy of making people laugh"
drove her to comedy.Growing up in a
household with three brothers, Kate

of her audience is male. "We've been
doing such outreach"she teases,as 1 see

an image of feminist comedy mission
aries rapping on chic townhouse doors

on Saturday a.m.,rounding up potential
male audience members a la Jehovah's

Witnesses."1 wish more would come,"
she said, explaining that she considers

learned early on the power comedy
holds."I found that a really good oneliner could keep them away."
She formally began hercareer in March

her material's focus is on gay culture as
. opposed to lesbian humor exclusively.

of 1981 on a dare while on break from

Catholic senior citizens on a scenic tour

teaching high schoolers, which she had

of New England in Provincetown,

done for eight years. The transition
from the classroom to the stage was not
that traumatic. Recalling her students,

Mass,(where Kate makes her home.)
"They were booked into my show,and
they had been told 1 was a drag act. Now

she says,"You learn to work the room.

that was a challenge. It was absolutely

The frightening thing is, the same audi

wild — it was like talking to my mom."
"Everybody had their purses clutched

ence keeps coming back day after day."

Like most comics,Kate has a stockpile

One of her most memorable audiences

was largely comprised of a group of

of scripted material, but she relies on

tightly to themselves, and wore little
plastic mesh hats. The questions were

the audience to steer the course of the

absolutely hysterical. 1 felt like an

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unwitting dupe on 'Heterosexual
Bloops, Blunders and Practical Jokes.'
"Kate Clinton thinks she is going to

perform for a group of radical lesbians,
but we've switched audiences on her."

Finally, as if to add coincidence to
calamity, it turned out the group was
from Fall River, Mass., the district

represented by the recently much-pub
licized Barney Frank. Yes indeed,
comedy is sometimes divine. Some

times even divinely serious.
"At sound check 1 generally say a
Catholic prayer, right from memory.
People always laugh,but I am blessing
the hall and bringing the spirit of the
women in the hall.

"1 go toward it very positively. I ap
proach it very politically, too. I think

when people laugh,they open.They're

Clintonisms:
Kate Clinton on ...

... The Pope
"I cannot respect a man that flies
around kissing airports."

... Her baseball team

"Last year we made Michael Jackson
our team mascot, because he wears

a glove on one hand for no apparent
reason.

... Non-monogamy
"Lord knows I've had more women than

most people have noses."

... On reproduction
"Every Saturday at about one o'clock I
go down to Chuck E. Cheese's. It
works every time."

open and vulnerable,and that's when 1
-From Kate Clinton Live At The Great American

like to sneak in new ideas."

Be forewarned — plan on hearing lots
of new ideas when Kate Clinton comes

Music Hall available at your favorila
bookstora or from Wtiyscrack Records, P.O.
Box 93, Cazenovia, New York 13035.

to town.

TEXAS PLAY DATES
Kate Clinton, the feminist stand-up's
standup,appears at the ArcadiaTheatre

in Dallas on Friday, Dec. 8. Call
Curious Times at (214) 528-4087 for
ticket information. Kate then travels to
Houston for a 2-show concert at

nancy ford
• comedy •
residential • commercial•

Fitzgerald's on Sat, Dec. 9. Also

performing atFitzgerald's thatevening
will be a hostofHoustonian fem-talent,
including guitarist Edna Garcia, The
Wynne Walker Band, actress/
playwright Marianne Pendino, and
Dimensions own Nancy Ford. For
ticket info call Inklings Altemative
Bookstore, (713) 521-3369 or
Fitzgerald's, (713)862-7652.

for booking info
coll or write:

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Houston,Texas 77098

(713)721-4125
(713)520-7237

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offee

the

A Discussion of Lesbian Literature Both New and Old

This month, T. Sumner Reviews:

HOLIDAY
READING LIST
Four New Books From Noiod Press -

Great for reading or giving as gifts!

This month we're going to take a look at
four books — ail from Naiad Press, Inc..
You'll find ordering information at the
bottom of this article. Rating information

poverty stricken.The stoiy revolves aroimd

Marty and Thea,two"down-on-their-luck"
women who meet in a welfare office in

Tuscon. Ms. Taylor manages to touch on

many important issues (including
discrimination against PWA's, the

ajjpears below.

homeless and the differently-abled, to her
Good

views on our country's welfare system)
while never straying from the telling of a

Cjip Fair

powerful and moving story. I recommend

^ Poor

Rice & Beans to all readers ofgood fiction.

9^

RICE & BEANS

SUE SLATE:PRIVATE EYE

by Valerie Taylor
Naiad Press, Inc.,$8.95
This is an exquisite book that gives real
insight into to the plightofthe homeless and

by Lee Lynch
Naiad Press, Inc., $8.95
OK,I will grant you that it's a siUy idea..

Dec. & Jan. 1989/90 • Dimensions • Page 27

. A feline (as in kitty-cat) detective named

ROSE PENSKI

Sue Slate sets out to solve the murder of"a

by Roz Perry

pteople"in the cat infested neighborhood of
Peacock Alley. Along the way she falls in
love, introduces us to the sinister side of

catdom and gets in many a scrape. Every
cliche you've ever heard about cats and
private-eyes and alot of the ones you've
heard about gay men are included here.
Although it leans tow^ds the trite,this book
.is.eiitertaining. Read it for fun or not at all.

AFTER THE FIRE

by Jane Rule
Naiad Press, Inc., $8.95
IDon't look here for a pat plot with a

Naiad Press Inc., $8.95
You'll Uke this quirky novel as much as
you'll like the main character. Rose Penski.
Rose and her lover, Adelle, are in the San
Francisco

area

while

Adelle

has a

suspicious lump in her breast investigated.
As their fear grows. Rose turns to thing she
knows best — cooking. The relationship
between these two women is filled with the

odd things that grow between two pieople
who have been together for many years.
The short-hand way of communicating, the
understanding of each other's habits, and
Rose's odd trains of thought all combine to
make this quite an endearing story.

cpyjrp

beginning, middle and a "this-settleseverything" ending. Ms. Rule has given us,
instead, a few moments in another persons

All of the above books are available

life.

from your local bookstore or for S8.95

Karen Tasuki has moved to an island off the
coast of Vancouver to learn how to "live

from Naiad Press, Inc., P.O. Box
10543, Tallahassee, FL 32302,(904)

alone". Instead, she finds herself more and

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the island,and their enigmatic housekeeper.
Red. These women manage, through their

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own ineptitude, to teach Karen the true
meaning of "family."

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TTie holidays are a time of family,together
ness, giving and love, right? Well, yes, but
they are also times of stress, budget-busting
and even depression. We all have different
ways of coping with the holidays but some

people tend to go to the extremes. How do
you react to the holidays? Answer the 10
questions below and find out!

1. You normally begin shopping for
Christmas gifts:
a. at the January sales.
b. the day after Thanksgiving.
c. Christmas eve.

2. When you buy Christmas gifts, you:
a. spend alot on everyone on your iisL
b. try to find a sjjecial gift that isn't too
expensive for everyone.

c. you putit off and end up buying whatever
you can find at the last minute.
3.You send Christmas cards to:

a.everyone you've ever met,from elemen
tary school on.
b. to close friends and family.

c. to whoever sent you cards last year.

4. For Christmas dinner, you:

a. like a big crowd and turkey with all the
trimmings.

b. prefer something special but simple for
yourself and a few close friends or family.

c. want to go out to a restaurant You don t
want to cook on a holiday.

Are You A

5.When it comesto Holiday parties,you:

a. go to every one you're invited to

you

can rest after the first of the year.

b. only go to business parties and those of

Christmas
Junkie?

close friends.

c.avoid them —you hate to go and act nice
to people you only see once a year.
6. Your season's decorations are:

a. three tons of lights, a nativity scene with
singing wise-men and a mechanical Santa
in the front yard.

Dec. & Jan. 1989/90 • Dimensions • Page 29

b. a nicely decorated Christmas tree and
maybe a few strings of outdoor lights.
c. a couple of Christmas cards taped to the
fridge.

remember that you don't have to spend

$100 on everybody on your list and take
some time for yourself. You'll be much
better prepared, both physically and men
tally, for the new year.

7.If your parents decided to go away for
the holidays, you:
a. would be horrified. How could they do
this to your traditions?
h. would be glad. They deserve a break,

c. would be happy.Itsaves you from having
to make the trek home.

ANSWER THE LAST

THREE QUESTIONS WITH:
A for Always, B for Sometimes,

20-30
You strike a good balance between tradi

tion, family and friends during this season.
You know better than to try to outdo every
one in the decoration and gift departments,
but you're jjerfectly willing to "whoop it
up" a little and indulge yourself a bit. You
understand that it is alright to be sentimental
about Christmas,but you don't let it control
you.

and C for Never.

8. The gifts I give are better than those I
receive.

9.1 usually run my credit card bills sky high
this time of year.
10. It wouldn't seem like Christmas if I
wasn't tired from all the frenzy.

SCORING

10-19
O.K. Scrooge,so Christmas is just another
day of the year to you, and you don't see
why you should knock yourself out to con
form to everyone else's idea of a perfect

holiday. You might just be surprised by
how much fun you can have if you'll only
loosen up a bit. Send out a few Christmas
cards, accept an invitation or two, and try

Give yourself points as follows:
4 points for each"A" answer.
2 points for each "B" answer.
1 point for each "C" answer.

if you scored:
31-40
You really go overboard this time of year
and you end up paying for it after January 1.

putting some real thought into the gifts you
buy. Depression is a big problem this time
of year — pteople set their expectations so
high that they are bound to feel let down.
Maybe this was a problem for you in the
past, and now you've resorted to no exptectations at all to avoid the disappointment.
You could have a great time this year — if
you'll let yourself.

Frazzled nerves, big credit-card bills, and a
wrecked diet are just
some of the fallout

from your holiday
overindulgence.

A

little restraint could go
a long way towards
helping you settle

down and truly enjoy
the holidays. Turn
down an invitation or

two, tone down your

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WINTER TRAVEL - cont.from page 21

Rates range from $55-$80 per night,
double occupancy (subtract $5 for
single occupancy).
BRECKENRIDGE
MOUNTAIN HOUSE
Breckenridge, CO
(303)453-6475
Located one mile from the town of

Breckenridge, the Breckenridge
Mountain House offers something a
little different You can rent this 2 1/2

bedroom(+ loft) home for a minimum
offour women(although you can bring
up to ten). The more the merrier—and

at $275 per night during the winter
months — the more people you bring,

Rates were not available, but you can
call the number above for more info!

ASPEN SKI WEEK
January 21-27,1990
You'll have to find your own accom
modationsfor this one,butonce you've
arrived, give the Aspen Gay/Lesbian
Group a call at (303) 468-1956 for

information on parties, ski groups,etc.
In the past this has been a predomi
nantly gay male event but more and

more women are participating every
year!

If you don't see anything here that in
terests you, be sure to check out the

guide books available for lesbians and
gays. These guides are invaluable for
the traveler. The addresses for three of
the"Biggies"are listed below - write to

the cheaper the price per person (only
$27.50 per night with ten people). All

them for copies of their guides or find

linens, cooking utensils, etc. are pro

them at your local bookstore

vided — all you have to bring is your

GAIA'S GUIDE

self, your food and a good cook.8um-

412 Archway Road

mer rates are $120 per night and up

London, N. 16, England

dejjending on the number of people in

Women's intemational guidebook. Listing

your group.

for all of the U.S.,Europe,Canada, Austra
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VICTORIA OAKS
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PLACES OF INTEREST
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(303) 355-1818

Places of Interest to Women is a general

This refurbished, 100 year-old Victo
rian home will bring out the romantic in
you! Located in the heart of Denver,
you'll have access to local bars & res
taurants,as well as museums,the Den

ver mint and many other attractions.
Also,I'm told that many local women
come here for Holy Unions,anniversa
ries, birthdays, etc... so maybe you'll
get a chance to make some new friends!

Phoenix, AZ 85032

guide book to U.S.,Canada,Australia,New
Zealand, and Mexico. Inn Plar-pc jj a
comprehensive guide to B & B's and other
accommodations across the the same areas
G AYELLOW PAGES
P.O. Box 292

Village Station, NY, NY 10014
General guide book for both lesbians and
gay men covering the U.S. and Canada,

National Edition - $10.

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<S

OBtry:
MIRROR IMAGES

Like a warm feeling of security.
Your smile overpowers me.
My eyes ore the key to my soul.

Cost a glance at them; And you shall see
A reflection of yourself...
the way I see you.
The way you con never see yourself.

Your dreams are the biggest part of you.
The port I admire most.

The port that you should keep.
Yet, and yet.. .
There is an even better part of you.
This is your heart.

It is so fragile, so daring,so eager to ...
To give all that it has.
And ask nothing in return.
Let me be your mirror.
Look into my eyes;
For if you do, you will see my soul.
You will see yourself...
The way only I see you.
-R. Garza

Houston, TX

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oroscope
What's in the Stars for You this month?

SCORPIO
(Oct 24th -Nov 22nd)

December 15th - 31st
You'11 have to keep out ofthe limelightright
before Christmas so that you can finish a
project at work before the holidays. Once
you're finished, watch out! Going out and
having friends over dominate the rest of the
month.

January
Your personal life is looking up for 1990 but
you'11 have to take a serious look at ho w you
handle your personal finances. Now is a
good time to sit down and figure out a
budget for the coming year. A hot new

romance may come on the scene this month,
it may not last, but it will be fun while it
does! A raise or promotion early in the
month could help you with some of your
holiday debt. Your social life is exciting and
this could be tied in with your new flame!

SAGIHARIUS
(Nov 23 - Dec 21)

December 15th - 31st
A holiday bonus or raise could lift your
spirits right now, but don't be tempted to
spend it all! You may be asked to host a
party or assume leadership for an
organization that you belong to. Your love
life gets a boost around the 20th.

January
The trick this year is to get off to a good start
and it looks like you'll have all the right
opportunities as January rolls around.
Home, business and especially love are all
looking up this month. Now is a good time

romantic adventure that's headed your way.

CAPRICORN
(Dec 22nd - Jan 19th)

December 15th - 31st
You feel short-tempered this holiday
season.Try to control yourself or you could
make everyone's Christmas miserable.
Social activities could bring back your good
will, so take advantage of all those
invitations. After Christmas, you feel more
relaxed and you are ready for a festive New
Year's celebration!

January
You may feel like everyone is picking on
you, particularly at work, as the new year
gets under way.The feeling will pass by the
10th. Try to keep your temper under
control, it's better to lose a few battles than

to lose friends. After the 15th, things
smooth out and you're able to get
everything back on track at work and at

home. Something that has been causing
stress will ease up and let you enjoy the
company of friends and co-workers again.
Your love life will see some improvement
during this pteriod.

AQUARIUS
(Jan 20th - Feb 18th)

December 15th - 31 st
Focus on your work in the weeks before the
holidays and your lifestyle could change for
the better after the first of the year. There
will be plenty of time for social activities

after hours and you will be in the sptotlight.
Pay holiday bills before the 1 st and you can

to sit down and set some goals for your
career and personal life.If you are currently

have a relaxing New Year's.

involved in a relationship, things will
certainly be on the right track this month, if

If you made any resolutions, you'll have to
work hard to keep them this year. Some

Jahuary

you are single, look out for an exciting

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what you need to lift your spirits after the
stress of the holidays. And, a new romantic
interest could be pressuring you for a

compromise or you may find yourself in
court. Keep a low profile imtil the 20th and
that should help immensely in relieving
tensions. Someone you've heljjed in the
past will come back to help you in an
unexpected way late in the month. Accept
their help graciously and you'll have an ally

commitment. Don't be afraid to say "yes",
it could be the best decision you've made in

for life. Romance is the high point of
January.

goals you set for yourself in past years may
have been set too high and you'll have to
adjust them to more realistic terms now. A

raise or promotion at work could be just

years.

TAURUS
PISCES
(Feb 19th-Mar 20th)
December 15th - 31st
Your career is spot-lighted right now and a

(April 20th - May 20th)
December 15th - 31st
All that hard work you've been doing lets up

raise or bonus could bring the money you

right now so you can enjoy a holiday rest. A
long trip at Christmas may be just what the

need to make this a special Christmas. You

doctor ordered to help you relieve some

may be in a mood to reminisce during the

stress. Keep a cool head though when it

holiday season and having old friends and
family around you is just what the doctor

comes to romance, you could be in over

ordered to relieve some of the stress you've

January

your head.

been feeling.

January
1990 may start out a bit confusing for
Pisces.Conflicting orders from the boss and
friends who say one thing and do another

may be making you crazy. Everything
straightens out by the 10th and you'll feel
much better about yourself and those

around you. A platonic friendship may be
heating up this month and the romance you
find could be just what you've dreamed of.
Be very careful when driving this month,
your potential for accidents is very high.

ARIES
(Mar 21st - April 19)
December 15th - 31st
A relationship that has been on the rocks
could take an unexpected turn for the better

and lift your spirits for the coming holidays.
Finances are also on an upswing and you
can afford something special for a loved

one. Everything is going your way and you
couldn't be happier!

January
An argument with a friend or family
member could quickly escalate into a major
war. Try your best to work out a

You'll need to set some goals about what
you want to do with your career during the
fnst partofJanuary.The perfectjob may not
be offered but you could fmd yourself in a
position to influence the people who could
help you the most.Tax time is a few months
away but some organization right now
could save you some heartache later on.
Romance is put on the back burner this
month as more pressing matters take your
attention.

GEMINI
(May 21st - June 21st)
December 15th - 31 st
All work and no play makes Gemini a very
unhappy girl right now.Everyone is getting
into the holiday spirit and you have tied
yourself down with work. Try to sneak in
some social activities after hours, you may

end up tired, but this time of year is short
lived and you don't want to miss out!
January
A temper tantrum early in January could
cause you problems throughout the month.
Yelling won'tsolve the problem,it's best to
keep your mouth shut and stay out of the
limelight, things will solve themselves in

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time. Your career is looking up after the
10th,a raise or promotion may not be in the
cards for several months, but the attention
you get from higher-ups is definitely
working for your benefit.Take time out for
a short, romantic trip towards month end.

VIRGO
(August 23rd - Sept 22nd)
December 15th - 31st

CANCER

You may have a tendency to go overboard
on holiday spending if you don't keep a
close eye on your pocketbook. Small
inexpensive gifts will bejustas tqjpreciated.

(June 22th - July 22th)
December 15th - 31st

Work gets easier in time to allow you to
enjoy the holiday social scene and you've
never been happier to get out of the house.

Travel is on the agenda during the holiday
season, it may be a working vacation, but

January

Any partnerships that you involve yourself

Most Virgo-ans will find the first part of
January a good time to relax and make plans
for the coming year. Some,however will be
so busy they won't have time to sit down,
much less relax. You may find that you'll
have more details than you thought to work
out before you can get things back on track.

in this month will be around for a long time.

If your love life has been good for awhile,it

Romantic commitmaits could last for

can only getbetter,if it hasn'tbeen up to par,
now is the time to get things moving again.

that doesn't mean it won't be fun! A new

romance could brighten you social life also,
new friends come into the picture that can
make your holidays even more fun.

January

years, as could could business partnerships
set up this month. You will want to work
these commitments out in writing or sit
down and talk about it in detail or you will
feel insecure until you do.Co-workersseem
easier to get along with right now.

LIBRA
(Sept 23rd - Oct 23rd)
December 15th-31st
Money is the main focus in the weeks before

LEO

(July 23rcl - August 22nd)
December 15th - 31st
Social obligations could be getting you
down right now. You wantsome peace and
quiet to work out some jjersonal or family
problem that has been bothering you.Tum
down a few invitations and focus on your

problem. Once it is solved, you'll be ready
to get back in the holiday party scene and
enjoy it more!

January

Christmas. With a little work and thought,
you could hit the jackpot! After the 22nd,
your focus switches to family and loved
ones. A love relationship that has fallen on
hard times recently could take on a new
glow. Enjoy.

January
Taking criticism personally at work or at
home could lead to some anger on your part
during the first part of January. Try to
control your temper and take this criticism
as it was meant — friendly. You may be

vacation right now. You could wind up in

looking for a romantic commitment right
now, but don't count on getting what you
want It could tum out for the best though,
since it's likely that you will be attracted to

financial trouble for the rest of the year.

someone special towards the end of the

Take the time to express your feelings to

month.

Don't give in to the temptation to go off on
a wild spending spree or extravagant

your loved ones, it will keep them happy
and make you feel more secure.Say no to all
business deals after the 20th,someone may
be taking you for aride you don't want to go
on.

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Irectory
A Listing of Service Organizations, Businesses & Clubs
ARLINGTON,TX (area code 817)

organizations
Gay/Lesbian Association of UTA
P.O. Box 19348-77, UTA St. 76019
794-5140

AUSTIN,TX (area code 512)
clutss

Dallas Gay Alliance
4012-B Cedor Springs 75219 <528-4233
Dallas GayAesblan Historic Arctiives
4012-B Cedor Springs < 821-1653
Dallas Gay Youtti Group
300 Turtle Creek Plozo #116 < 307-7203
Dallas Outdoors
P.O. Box 35474 75235 < 276-5270
Dallas Tavern Guild
3900 Lemmon Ave. #220 < 526-5292

Nexus/Petticoat Junction

Foundation for Human Understanding

401 & 401-B E. 2ncl.495-9553

528-4233

organizations

GayAesblan Young Adults

Affirmation (Mettiodist)
7403 Stioai Creek • 451-2329

528^233

Austin Lamtxta

2727 Ook Lown 75219 < 528-2811

Grace Fellowstiip in Ctirist Jesus

P.O. Box 5455 78763
Gay/Lesbian Student
Association at UT Austin <458-3971
Box 275 Texas Union 78712-7338

Lesbian/Gay Rigtits Lobby
P.O. Box 2505 78768

Metropolitan Community Ctiurctr
1100 Sprlngdcle Rd. < 929-3660
Oasis Ministry

Lesbian Information Line (LiL)
P.O. Box 191443 75219 < 528-2426

Lesbia/Gay Political Coalition
P.O. Box 224424 75222 < 828-9882
Lesbian Visionaries
P.O. Box 191443 75219 < 521-9642

Metroplex Republicans
P.O. Box 191033 75219 < 941-8114

Oak Lawn Community Services

Waterloo Counseling Center

3000 Turtle Creek Rozo,Suite 116
75219-5311 < 520-8108

507 Powell 78703 < 322-9654

Oak Lawn Symptionic Band

5555 N. Lomor Blvd. #L101 < 441-9191

Texas Human Rigtits Foundation

P.O. Box 190973 75219 < 986-1751

2201 N. Lomor # 203 78705 < 479-8473

WANT -(Women In Tfie Arts)

AIDS Legol Asslstonce 1-800-828-6417

288-9299 or 823-3105

Womyn Togettier

3920 Cedar Springs < 528-4233

DALLAS, TX (area code 214)
businesses
Business Delivery Systems
14902 Preston Rd. 75240 < 733-1108
Crossroads Market
3930 Cedor Springs
521-8919 or 1-800-992-6404

Curious Times - Women's Books etc.
4008-D Cedar Springs 75219 < 528-4087

DENTON,TX (area code 817)

organizations
COURAGE, Lesbian Gay Student Org.
c/o Student Activities Center
P.O. Box 5067 76203 < 382-3813

FT. WORTH (area c<xle 817)

clubs
Sue Ellen's
3903 Cedor Springs < 559-0707
Desert Moon < 5903 Willis • 828-4471

organizations

organizations

Affirmation (Mettiodlst) < 478-7837

clubs
Partners <1612 Park Place < 924-2519

Affirmation (Mettiodisf)
P.O. Box 225831 75222 < 948-1546
AIDS Resource Center
4012-B Cedor Springs 75219

HOUSTON, TX (area code 713)
clubs

Ctiurcti of ttie New Covenant-Sun @ 11

Ttie Ranch

1000 S. Sherman #B < 828-0771

9125 S. Main < 666-3464

Dec. & Jon. 1989/90 • Dinnensions • Poge 37

organizations

National Gay/Lesbian Crisisiine

AIDS Foundation
3400 Montros© #700 •524-AIDS
AIDS HOTLINE

National GayAesbian Task Force

1-800-SOS-GAYS
1517 U Street NW

Gay/Lesblon Students
University of Houston

Washington D.C. 20009 • 202-332-6483
The Fund for Hunrxin Dignity
666 Broadway 4th Floor

4800 Calhoun •529-3211

NY. NY 10012

c/o Switchboard • 529-3211

Gay & Lesbian Swltchtxiard
P.O. Box 66591 77266 •529-3211

Houston Gay Political Caucus
P.O. Box 66664 77266 •521-1000
Kingdom Community Churcti
614 E. 19th.862-7533
Lambda ALANON
Lambda Ceriter for Aichohoiics
1214 Joanne • 521-9772

Lesbian/Gay Students
University of Houston - Clear Lake
2700 Bay Area 77058
Montrose Pool League/Billiards
PJ 863-8482
PWA Coalition - Houston
3327 Essex Lane *623-4436

NORMAN,OK (area code 405)

organizations
Women's Resource Center
P.O. Box 5089 73070

OKLAHOMA CITY, OK
(area code 405)

organizations
Oasis the Community Center
2135 NW 39th 73112 • 525-AIDS

Herland Sister Resources, Inc.
2312 NW 39th 73112 • 794-7464

Womynspace

SAN ANTONIO,TX (area code 512)

P.O. Box 980601 77098-0601
880-9517 or 521-0780

clubs

Women's Softtxsii League

8021 Pinebrook • 341-2618

6431 Pineshade • 868-6256

The Circle

organizations

LUBBOCK.TX (area code 806)

Dignity/San Antonio
202 N. St. Mary's• 349-3632

organizations

Integrity/San Antonio

Lubbock Lesbian/Gay Alliance

P.O. Box 150006 78212.684-4920

P.O. Box 64746 79464• 796-2403

Names Project/Lubbock

River City Living Metropolitan
Community Church

796-1800 or 744-1957

202 Holland 78212 • 822-1121

LISA (Lesbian Information SA)
828-LlSA (5472)

SALGA - San Antonio Lesbian & Gay
NATIONAL ORGANIZATIONS

Assembly • 733-7300

Affirmation: United Methodists for

San Antonio AIDS Foundation
P.O. Box 120113 78212-9313
Son Antonio Tavern Guild • 822-2823

Lesbian/Gay Concerns
P.O. Box 1021 • Evanston, iL 60204
AIDS Action Council

729 Eighth St. S.E. Suite 200
Washington. DC 20003 .(202) 547-3101
AIDS 800 • 1-800-221-7044
Conference For Catholic Lesbians

P.O. Box 436, Planetarium Station
New York, New York 10024

SOUTH PADRE ISLAND, TX
(area code 512)
accomodations
Lyie'sDeck • 120E. AtolSt.
P.O. Box 2326 78597 • 761-LYLE

Nil Gay Alliance for Young Adults,
Inc.P.O. Box 190426

y//.

Dallas, TX 75219-0426 •(214)307-7203

National Gay/Lesbian Clearinghouse
666 Broadway 4th Floor
NY, NY 10012

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ews

From Around the Region,the Country & the World
Dallas Activist

Bill Nelson Elected as
New THRF President

Alan Levi,a certified public accountant
in Dallas, was elected as the new treas

urer of the organization.
Nell Hahn and Steve Davis,both attor

AUSTIN - At its October quarterly

neys firom Austin, were elected as new

board meeting held last week in Hous

trustees to the board.

ton, the board of trustees of the Texas

THRF's legal director, David Bryan,

Human Rights Foundation (THRF)

characterized the new slate of officers

elected a new slate of officers and
added two additional trustees.

for THRF as a balanced blend of old

Elected as THRF's new president was
Bill Nelson of Dallas,former president

and new talent and experience for the
organization. "I believe Bill Nelson's

history of activism will set a new tone

of the Dallas Gay Alliance and long

for THRFas it carries out the important

time THRF board member. Owner of

work in which it is involved, while at

Crossroads Market in Dallas, Mr. Nel
son was instrumental in founding the

the same time THRF will benefit from

AIDS Resource Center in Dallas and

his experience of having been a trustee
for many years,"Bryan said."I am also

was a former candidate for city council

excited by the addition of new trustees

in Dallas. Mr. Nelson succeeds Frank

from Austin, where THRF has been

Stenger of Austin,an assistant attorney

under-represented in the past."
At the meeting last week,Sue Lovell of

general for the State of Texas, who has
served as THRF's president since Oc
tober of 1988. Stenger remains on

former president ofthe Houston Gay &

THRF's board as chair of its litigation

Lesbian Polidcal Caucus, was named

Houston,a THRF board member and a

committee.

as the chair of THRF's nominating

Elected as THRF's vice-president was

committee charged with identifying

Donald Skipwith, a Houston attorney

new trustees to be considered for the
board of trustees at the January meet

who also serves as vice-chair of the
board ofdirectors ofthe AIDS Founda
tion Houston. Skipwith succeeds Gene

Harrington of Houston as vice-presi

ing.Persons interested in learning more
about service on THRF's board or

dent; after six years of dedicated serv

about the work ofthe organization may
contact David Bryan or Sue Lovell at

ice as a trustee, Harrington submitted

(512)479-8473.

his resignation, which was accepted by

THRF's board presently consists of 13

the board.

trustees living in Austin, San Antonio,

Dec. & Jan. 1989/90 • Dimensions • Page 7

Houston and Dallas. The board meets

First Legal Day in Texas; First Gay

quarterly in various cities around the
state, and its meetings in 1990 are ten

Pride March; Referral Services; A
women's softball team; speaker's bu
reau; and various concerts, dances and

tatively set for Austin,El Paso,Corpus
Christi and Lubbock., as part of the
statewide organizations effort to in

volve gay men, lesbians and persons
with AIDS from outside the larger
metropolitan areas of the state.
THKF is the sponsor of the litigation
pending in an Austin court known as

other functions. Austin Lambda also

spun off several groups including: The
Alliance; Gay Fathers; Lesbian Moth
ers; and ALSO(Austin Lesbians Speak
Out).
Austin Lambda as a legal corporation

will continue to exist in name only. If

21.06 of the Texas Penal Code, which

you have any suggestions for future
uses of this organization as a commu
nity enterprise, please write them at:

criminalizes private,consensualsexual

P.O. Box 5455, Austin, TX 78763.

Morales vs. The State of Texas, chal

lenging the constitutionality of Section

relations between two men or two

women. Linda Morales of Houston is

THRF's lead plaintiff in the case,
which also includes four more plain
tiffs from Austin and Dallas. The State

is attempting to have the case dismissed
and a hearing will be scheduled late this
year in the matter.

Austin Lambda to

Cease Operations
AUSTIN - September 1989 marked
Austin Lamda's tenth anniversary.One
month later the organization has ceased
to exist except in name only.
Claiming a lack ofcommunity support,
Austin Lambda will close it's office

and cease publication of it's newsletter

effective immediately.
Austin Lambda has been instrumental

in making major contributions to the

gay community both in Austin and
throughout the state of Texas. A partial
list of their accomplishments includes:

Newly Formed Lesbian
Arts Group Needs
Members
DALLAS - Women in the Arts Net-

WOTking Together (WANT), a newly
formed organization in the Dallas met
ropolitan area is seeking members.
Writers, artists, musicians, thespians
and all others, whether amateur or pro
fessional, are welcome.
Meetings are held the second and fourth

Thursdaysofeach month at the Womyn
for Womyn Resource Center at 1315
Skiles, Dallas at 7:30pm.

Goals of WANT include: creating a

refenal network for women in the arts;
Increasing the audience for women in
the performing arts; and to provide an
alternative environment that fosters
creativity.
Plans are being made now for a 1990
Women's Festival and a benefitshow is

planned fqr TJ's in Denton on Decem
ber 16th to help make the festival a

Page 8 • Dimensions • Dec. & Jon. 1989/90

reality.
If you would like to become a member
or are interested in learning more about
WANT,the next meeting will be held
■ on December 14th or you can call(214)
288-9299 or 823-3105.

but a company spokesposon says the
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with a 500 to 1000 word description of

Lesbian Press to

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bian-feminist publishing company is
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Dr. Dianne Bogus,WIM Publications,
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Dec. & Jan. 1989/90 • Dimensions • Page 11

on the 14th at 8pm, tickets are

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working Together(WANT)is sponsor
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Denton on December 16th at 10pm.All
proceeds will go towards the festival so get out and show your support!

DALLAS - Radical feministspeaker &
author,Sonia Johnson will be appear
ing at the Arlington Hall at Lee Park at
3401Turtle Creek on December 10th &
11th. On the 10th Sonia will host a

workshop entitled "Breaking Up
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give a lecture entitled "Wildfire: Ig
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roads Market and at the door. Call

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(214)823-4279 for more information.
The event is sponsored by WILDWISE, a new non-profit organization

cadia Theatre in Dallas on Friday,
Dec. 8. Tickets are available at Curi

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ear/T(
gnes
Answers to your questions about love,
relationships & personoi probiems
Dear Readers
In late November, we received the fol

lowing letter in the Dimensions office.
Although it was marked "Letter to the
Editor", we thought it would be more
appropriate and more widely read in
this column.

and 10 percent of male couples had
"ritualized their relationship with a
ceremony." More than one-third had
executed legal agreements to protect
their relationship. (Results based on
812 respondents.)
Unfortunately, these couples cannot
choose to legally marry and depend on

Dear gay and lesbian

existing laws to support their family

community and supporters:

life. The legal contracts we make can

Syndicated advice columnist Ann Lan

replicate only some of the protections

ders has asked what her readers think

that are automatic with marriage. Just
one example: A widowed lesbian part

about "legal sanctions for same-sex
couples." To communicate your sup
port for the rights of gay and lesbian
couples, write to Ann Landers,c/o The
Chicago Tribune, 435 N. Michigan

ner cannot claim her departed spouse's
Social Security benefits.

And this inequity is far-reaching. At
least 10 million Americans are in same-

Avenue,Chicago,IL 60611.

sex relationships,judging from a recent
San FranciscoExaminer poll thatfound

Here's what we told Ms. Landers:

60 percent of gay men and lesbians in

We think lesbians and gay men should

relationships.
Our society should support these gay

be able to legally marry. In our view,
it's a matter of civil rights. Not to
mention simple fairness and good
sense.

and lesbian families for the same rea

sons we support traditional families.
Functional families make better neigh
bors and more productive citizens.

Too often, gay and lesbian relation
ships have been attacked as antithetical
to "Family values." Nothing could be

Sincerely
Stevie Bryant and Demian,Ed.D.

further from the truth. Gay and lesbian

Publishers/Editors

couples — and their children — are

PARTNERS: The Newsletter

genuine families. They share with all

for Gay & Lesbian Couples

families the traditional value of love,

Box 9685, Seattle, WA 98109

caring and mutual support

The truth is,gay and lesbian couples are
already marrying one another in both
religious and secular ceremonies. Ac

cording to preliminary results of our
national survey of gay and lesbian
couples, 16 percent of female couples

This is Agnes Talking: After we re

ceived this letter Ann Landers printed
some of the responses to her question
on November 26th. She indicated that

opinion was running 2 to 1 against
legalizing gay & lesbian marriages.

Page 14 • Dimensions • Dec. & Jon. 1989/90

Now get out those pencils and lets
change the numbers!

Dear Waiting,

Dear Agnes,

head, even if you have an open door
policy, will be "cutting your own

I have worked for the same company in
the same location for fifteen years. I
loved my job up until the last year and
a half. A new boss was shipped in and
everything has been all downhill ever
since.

First off this guy knew nothing about
the whole operation here. He thinks he

is too good to get his hands dirty. No
matter what happens he never pitches

Don't go to his boss. Going over his

throat."

You could try talking directly to him,
mention that you need help with a proj
ect and every one else is tied up. Could
he help? See what kind of reaction you
geultcouldbehe doesn't know whatto
do. And if he has never been employed
in this line of work, he may think he is
doing what he needs to do.By all means
be tactful anddon'tattackhisbehavior.

in. Basically, he has a "holier than

<S

thou" attitude.

Now,I am notjust saying this because
I think someoneelse should have gotten
the job, but there were people here that
could have handled the job a lot more
efficiently than he is.

He is a college boy with clean finger
nails. He has management snowed and
he treats everybody around here like
dirt.

What should I do? Should I talk,to his

Write To Dear Agnes
With Your Problems or
Comments at:
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Lesbian
Botterin
The Reality of Violence
in Our Community
by Karen Stewart

Thefollowing article isacondensed version
oftwo ofafive part series collected by Ms.
Stewart. Due to space limitaiions we are
unable to publish allfive articles in their
entirety. If you would like a copy of the
articles, please contact Ms. Stewart at
(512)339-8508.

There are many in the lesbian
community that believe lesbian
battering could notexist—that women
are not capable of physically and
emotionally abusing other women.
But, it does exist and it is much more

widespread than most of us are aware.

In Austin in 1985, the Austin Coalition
Against

Abuse

in

Lesbian

Relationships(ACAALR)conducted a
survey of81 lesbians. They found that
65% of those surveyed said they had
experienced abuse in one or more adult
relationships. Of this 65%, 70%

reported physical abuse, 85%
emotional abuse and 32% reported

sexual abuse. 13% reported that they
were the abusive one in

the

relationship. In line with national
statistics on women in the general

population, one third said that they
were sexually abused as children and
over 50% report emotional abuse as
children.

Battered lesbians deny their abuse or
refuse to seek help out of fear that they
will not be believed or because they see

no way out of the relationship. They
may also be afraid to approach
mainstream battered women's shelters

for fear of a homophobic response and
because there is little or no community
support or services in this area. Many
lesbians do not believe that there is any
abuse occurring within their

Page 16 • Dimensions • Dec. & Jan. 1989/90

community.

adhere to an exact time schedule, wear

In addition, many battered women live
in a constant state of denial. They
believe that what they are experiencing
is not really abusive, that they are

a certain hairstyle, etc...
•Demonstration ofPower—Assigns
chores, laws, curfew. Makes

responsible for the abuse because of
some flaw within themselves,or that if
they will just "work harder" or "be

discrediting remarks, physical and
sexual abuse.

• Dependency — No access to bank

better" the abuse will stop^
Abuse can be brought about by many

account; won't let you have job or
makes you work to support partner.
• Occasional Indulgences — sudden

causes. Most common is alcohol or

changes of heart, brings you

drug abuse, although childhood
experiences and many other

extravagant gifts or does something for

experiences do contribute to abuse.
Recognizing that you are battered or are

• Crazymaking — convinces you that

an abuser is the first step to healing.
Below, I've gone into some detail on
recognizing the signs of the different

rules; she's not violent, you're

you that you didn't expect.

what you said, you didn't; changes
paranoid; uses things you've told her

abuse are attempts to exert power or

about yourself against you; buys you
gifts and then blames you for money
problems; tells you things are

control over another person.

happening when they aren't and vice

kinds of abuse. All of these forms of

At the end of this article, you will find
a resource list on where to find help for
yourself, your lover or a friend.

versa.

Physical Abuse
Physical abuse almostalway goes hand

TYPES OF ABUSE
Emotional Abuse
Below are listed some of the signs of
emotional abuse

with a short

in hand with emotional abuse,
however; all emotional abusers are not

physically abusive.
Physicalabuse can rangefrom pushing,

explanation.

shoving and outright fist fights to

• Isolation — Alienation from family
and friends; refuses to provide money
or transportation; may move you away
to another city, state or even country;

burning the skin, putting guns and
knives in the vagina, and stabbing or
shooting.

the abuser may also refuse to have a
telephone; irrational jealousy.

Sexual Abuse

• Threats — threatens to kill or hurt

Although much of the description of
physical abuse can also be applied to

you; have you committed; find you no

sexual abuse,sexual abuse can take on

matter where you go; or to commit

Insulting jokes, name calling,ordering

many different forms. Forcing you to
have sex, forcing you to participate in
group sex or have sex with another
partner,or doing anything sexual that is

around.

against your will is abusive.

• Trivial Demands — makes you

Don't confuse S/M sex with abuse.

suicide if you leave.
• Humiliation/Degradation —

Dec. & Jan. 1989/90 • Dimensions • Page 17

While S/M,like any form ofsex,can be
abusive,this isn't always the case. Most
S/M sex is consentualand both partners
agree beforehand on how3 far things

SAN ANTONIO

Resource Center •Frances Timmons,Counselor
(512)732-0757
OKLAHOMA

will go and a code word to stop things if
they get out of hand.

Shirley M. Hunter, M.A. • (405)848-5429

WHAT TO DO

Women's Learning Resource Center

NEW MEXICO
(505)268-2116

If you are a battered lesbian or a

Hania Stromberg, M.A., M.S.W.

batterer, you are not alone and you can
end you nightmare. Seek help from
your friends and family if possible and
seek professional help(a resource listis

(505)268-7477

provided at the end of this article).

BOOKS
Lobel, Kerry ed. Naming the Violence:
Speaking Out About Lesbian Battering.
Washington: Seal Press, 1986. Stories from

If you have a friend or family member
who is involved in an abusive

relationship,remember that you cannot

LOUISIANA
Multi-Service Center •(504) 561-5861

battered lesbians, articles from women in the

make their decisions for them — what

movement on history and programs.

you can do is offer your support and
love. Supply them with reading

Sonkin, Daniel. Learning to Live Without

material on abusive relationships. The
more they read,the more likely they are

Oriented toward straight men but helpful for

Violence. San

Francisco: Volcano Press.

lesbian bauerers.

to recognize themselves as a battered
woman or abuser. Offer them a place to

stay ifand when they cometo a decision
to leave — many women are, or f^el
that they are,financially dependent on

NiCarthy, Ginny. Getting Free: A Handbook
for Women in Abusive Relationships.
Washington: the Seal Press, 1982. A straightoriented self-help book. Revised edition has
section on lesbian battering.

their abuser and will need your help in
this area. And, last but not least, refer
them to this resource list for

professional help.
AUSTIN

Center for Battered Women's Shelter
Outreach (512)385-5181

Waterloo Counseling (512)322-9654
In Hayes County - Women's Center

Books and music

for the feminist,

gay and lesbian
communities.

(512)396-4357

Open Tuesday Saturday from
10:30 to 6:30 p.m.,
and Sunday
1 to 5 pjn.

Inklings

DALLAS

an alternative bookshop

t-®tvn Community Services

3000 Turtle Creek Plaza •(214)520-8108
(no specific program but focus on lesbian issues)
HOUSTON

Sharon Stone & Associates

3935 Westheimer, Suite 306•(713)623-6081

1846 Richmond • Houston, Texas 77098
Owners: Pokey Anderson and Annise PaAer

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What does

Stephanie
Knowiond has

the power...

Even as a child, Stephanie realized
that her psychic abilities set her
apart from others. Now, a crazed
killer whom she helped send to
prison is determined to exact his

your ex-lover
mean to you?

Are you best friends? Enemies? Do
you provide emotionail support for
one another . . . or have you lost
contact? Through dozens of per
sonal interviews with lesbians and

their ex-lovers, Carol Becker has

charted the course that a break-up

revenge on Stephanie and her
lover. Stephanie's power alone is
not enough to save them against
the psychopath who has decided to
play a fiendish cat-and-mouse

may take. She shows how the end of

game with the two women.

family and community.

THE

CRYSTAL CURTAIN

by Sandy Dayar

a relationship can provide a time for
important personal growth, and

how former lovers can also serve as
the foundation for new forms of

UNDROKEN TIESi
Lesbian Ex-Lovers
by Carol Decker

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WINTER
TRAVEL
FOR
WOMEN

OF THE 9
by Tasha Sumner

It's thattime again! Timefor our annual

expect of you when you stay at their

"Winter Travel" article. In June of

homes. Your Hostess or Host likes

1988, Dimensions sent out a survey to
ourreaders.In thatsurvey,we asked the
questions: Have you ever spent time at

people and offers thier home to you as
a member of the"community" without
intruding on your privacy (or you on
hers). She may offer you juice and

a lesbian/gay resort? Would You?
While only 9% of the respondents said
that they had vacationed at a lesbian/
gay resort,a resounding 98% said they
would like to go(or return)to vacation
at one.Many of you added comments to
the effect that you would love to vaca
tion at a "family" resort, if you just

knew where they were. Well, that's

coffee or a full breakfast-each home is
unique."
Since Mother Source was so kind as to

give us this definition, we'll start with a
description of their service and then
move on to specific accommodations.

where wecome in! These travel articles

MOTHER SOURCE TRAVELS
P.O. Box 23305

are to let you know that there are places
out there that are "just for you" — and
nobody else! So,let's go ...

(618)462-4051 or (314)569-5795
To find accommodations nationally

St. Louis. MO 63156

simply call or write Mother Source.

Since most of these resorts are Bed &
Breakfasts, I'll start out with a defini

tion of B&B provided by Mother
Source Travels of Sl Louis, Missouri:
"B&B offers the traveler more than
accommodations in a strange place:

They will ask you for general informa
tion and answer any questions you
might have. You just tell them where
you are u-aveling within the U.S. and
they will see if they can find a match for
you. You'll need to call two or more

B&B offers an opptHtunity to experi

weeks in advance since availability

ence the local culture and expand your
social network through the gracious-

changes daily. They may be able to find
accommodations for you on shorter

ness of a Hostess or Host who knows

notice, but it's better to be safe. They
require a one day depositfrom you and

the area,where to go,and what is going
on locally without the time commit

the Hostess will expectthe remainder in

ment that friends and relatives may

cash.

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If you would like to register your B&B

RUBY SLIPPER

with Mother Source, call or write for
more information. You don't have to

813LaLomita

have a B&B to register,just extra space
in your home and a desire to share your
local culture with traveling women.

Taos, NM 87571
Located in the heart of Taos, the Ruby

TRIANGLE INN

P.O. Box 2069

Slipper is walking distance from the
plaza with all that it has to offer. You
can choose from private or shared bath,
standard or water beds, and several
rooms come with authentic kiva fire

P.O. Box 3235

Santa Fe, NM 87501

(505)455-3375
Situated 11 miles north of Santa Fe on

the road to Taos, The Triangle Inn of
fers 6 individual guest houses con
structed of "real" adobe. With your
choice of an efficiency, a one or two
bedroom, all guest houses also include
full kitchen and bath plus a living area.

place or wood burning stove. There's
lots of cross-country and downhill
skiing and hiking available within close
range. The Ruby Slipper also offers
hammocks and hot tub in the courtyard.

continued on page 32

Whether skiing at Santa Fe,relaxing in
the hot tub in the courtyard,or spending
romantic evenings in the historic city of
Santa Fe, you're sure to enjoy your
stay. Current rates range from $75-$95
per night but you'll need to call since
holiday rates are slightly different and
prices will be changing after the first of
the year.

CORRALESINN
P.O. Box 1361

Corrales, NM 87048

(505)897-4422

15 minutes from Albuquerque and 40
minutes from Santa Fe, you'll find this
a charming Bed & Breakfast. All within

driving distance you'll find: downhill

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riding, hot-air ballooning and a natural

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hot springs. There is a hot tub in the
courtyard and a fireplace and library in

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the common room. Rates are $50 per
couple with an optional breakfast avail
able for a small amount.

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hat A World,
hat A World!
The Madwoman
of Provincefown:
Comic Kate Clinton

by Nancy Ford
"I love it when something happens

show.

spontaneously—it kind ofrips through

"1 might prepare two 45-minute sets
and actually get about thirty minutes of
material done. The rest is improv. I'm
doing a part in my show now where 1
just say, "Are there any questions?"

me."

"Ii" is comedy, and Kate Clinton gets
excited when she talks about it.

"It's almost like there's another person
talking. It's really a gift 1 enjoy."
As much as she enjoys it, predomi

They range from "Do you like to eat?"
to "What's your phone number?"

nantly lesbian/feminist audiences have

Katcestimates thatapproximately 10%

enjoyed it too, and then some. Since
1981 she has toured the country serving
up her oft-time political, sometime
graphic, always bulls-eye accurate wit
to increasing numbers of fans.
"The joy of making people laugh"
drove her to comedy.Growing up in a
household with three brothers, Kate

of her audience is male. "We've been
doing such outreach"she teases,as 1 see

an image of feminist comedy mission
aries rapping on chic townhouse doors

on Saturday a.m.,rounding up potential
male audience members a la Jehovah's

Witnesses."1 wish more would come,"
she said, explaining that she considers

learned early on the power comedy
holds."I found that a really good oneliner could keep them away."
She formally began hercareer in March

her material's focus is on gay culture as
. opposed to lesbian humor exclusively.

of 1981 on a dare while on break from

Catholic senior citizens on a scenic tour

teaching high schoolers, which she had

of New England in Provincetown,

done for eight years. The transition
from the classroom to the stage was not
that traumatic. Recalling her students,

Mass,(where Kate makes her home.)
"They were booked into my show,and
they had been told 1 was a drag act. Now

she says,"You learn to work the room.

that was a challenge. It was absolutely

The frightening thing is, the same audi

wild — it was like talking to my mom."
"Everybody had their purses clutched

ence keeps coming back day after day."

Like most comics,Kate has a stockpile

One of her most memorable audiences

was largely comprised of a group of

of scripted material, but she relies on

tightly to themselves, and wore little
plastic mesh hats. The questions were

the audience to steer the course of the

absolutely hysterical. 1 felt like an

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unwitting dupe on 'Heterosexual
Bloops, Blunders and Practical Jokes.'
"Kate Clinton thinks she is going to

perform for a group of radical lesbians,
but we've switched audiences on her."

Finally, as if to add coincidence to
calamity, it turned out the group was
from Fall River, Mass., the district

represented by the recently much-pub
licized Barney Frank. Yes indeed,
comedy is sometimes divine. Some

times even divinely serious.
"At sound check 1 generally say a
Catholic prayer, right from memory.
People always laugh,but I am blessing
the hall and bringing the spirit of the
women in the hall.

"1 go toward it very positively. I ap
proach it very politically, too. I think

when people laugh,they open.They're

Clintonisms:
Kate Clinton on ...

... The Pope
"I cannot respect a man that flies
around kissing airports."

... Her baseball team

"Last year we made Michael Jackson
our team mascot, because he wears

a glove on one hand for no apparent
reason.

... Non-monogamy
"Lord knows I've had more women than

most people have noses."

... On reproduction
"Every Saturday at about one o'clock I
go down to Chuck E. Cheese's. It
works every time."

open and vulnerable,and that's when 1
-From Kate Clinton Live At The Great American

like to sneak in new ideas."

Be forewarned — plan on hearing lots
of new ideas when Kate Clinton comes

Music Hall available at your favorila
bookstora or from Wtiyscrack Records, P.O.
Box 93, Cazenovia, New York 13035.

to town.

TEXAS PLAY DATES
Kate Clinton, the feminist stand-up's
standup,appears at the ArcadiaTheatre

in Dallas on Friday, Dec. 8. Call
Curious Times at (214) 528-4087 for
ticket information. Kate then travels to
Houston for a 2-show concert at

nancy ford
• comedy •
residential • commercial•

Fitzgerald's on Sat, Dec. 9. Also

performing atFitzgerald's thatevening
will be a hostofHoustonian fem-talent,
including guitarist Edna Garcia, The
Wynne Walker Band, actress/
playwright Marianne Pendino, and
Dimensions own Nancy Ford. For
ticket info call Inklings Altemative
Bookstore, (713) 521-3369 or
Fitzgerald's, (713)862-7652.

for booking info
coll or write:

You'll See Productions
2990 Richmond #316
Houston,Texas 77098

(713)721-4125
(713)520-7237

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offee

the

A Discussion of Lesbian Literature Both New and Old

This month, T. Sumner Reviews:

HOLIDAY
READING LIST
Four New Books From Noiod Press -

Great for reading or giving as gifts!

This month we're going to take a look at
four books — ail from Naiad Press, Inc..
You'll find ordering information at the
bottom of this article. Rating information

poverty stricken.The stoiy revolves aroimd

Marty and Thea,two"down-on-their-luck"
women who meet in a welfare office in

Tuscon. Ms. Taylor manages to touch on

many important issues (including
discrimination against PWA's, the

ajjpears below.

homeless and the differently-abled, to her
Good

views on our country's welfare system)
while never straying from the telling of a

Cjip Fair

powerful and moving story. I recommend

^ Poor

Rice & Beans to all readers ofgood fiction.

9^

RICE & BEANS

SUE SLATE:PRIVATE EYE

by Valerie Taylor
Naiad Press, Inc.,$8.95
This is an exquisite book that gives real
insight into to the plightofthe homeless and

by Lee Lynch
Naiad Press, Inc., $8.95
OK,I will grant you that it's a siUy idea..

Dec. & Jan. 1989/90 • Dimensions • Page 27

. A feline (as in kitty-cat) detective named

ROSE PENSKI

Sue Slate sets out to solve the murder of"a

by Roz Perry

pteople"in the cat infested neighborhood of
Peacock Alley. Along the way she falls in
love, introduces us to the sinister side of

catdom and gets in many a scrape. Every
cliche you've ever heard about cats and
private-eyes and alot of the ones you've
heard about gay men are included here.
Although it leans tow^ds the trite,this book
.is.eiitertaining. Read it for fun or not at all.

AFTER THE FIRE

by Jane Rule
Naiad Press, Inc., $8.95
IDon't look here for a pat plot with a

Naiad Press Inc., $8.95
You'll Uke this quirky novel as much as
you'll like the main character. Rose Penski.
Rose and her lover, Adelle, are in the San
Francisco

area

while

Adelle

has a

suspicious lump in her breast investigated.
As their fear grows. Rose turns to thing she
knows best — cooking. The relationship
between these two women is filled with the

odd things that grow between two pieople
who have been together for many years.
The short-hand way of communicating, the
understanding of each other's habits, and
Rose's odd trains of thought all combine to
make this quite an endearing story.

cpyjrp

beginning, middle and a "this-settleseverything" ending. Ms. Rule has given us,
instead, a few moments in another persons

All of the above books are available

life.

from your local bookstore or for S8.95

Karen Tasuki has moved to an island off the
coast of Vancouver to learn how to "live

from Naiad Press, Inc., P.O. Box
10543, Tallahassee, FL 32302,(904)

alone". Instead, she finds herself more and

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more involved in the lives of the women on

and handling. Complete catalogs are

the island,and their enigmatic housekeeper.
Red. These women manage, through their

available upon request

own ineptitude, to teach Karen the true
meaning of "family."

egg)

Cu]4oits» Times
for the perfect holiday gifi
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TTie holidays are a time of family,together
ness, giving and love, right? Well, yes, but
they are also times of stress, budget-busting
and even depression. We all have different
ways of coping with the holidays but some

people tend to go to the extremes. How do
you react to the holidays? Answer the 10
questions below and find out!

1. You normally begin shopping for
Christmas gifts:
a. at the January sales.
b. the day after Thanksgiving.
c. Christmas eve.

2. When you buy Christmas gifts, you:
a. spend alot on everyone on your iisL
b. try to find a sjjecial gift that isn't too
expensive for everyone.

c. you putit off and end up buying whatever
you can find at the last minute.
3.You send Christmas cards to:

a.everyone you've ever met,from elemen
tary school on.
b. to close friends and family.

c. to whoever sent you cards last year.

4. For Christmas dinner, you:

a. like a big crowd and turkey with all the
trimmings.

b. prefer something special but simple for
yourself and a few close friends or family.

c. want to go out to a restaurant You don t
want to cook on a holiday.

Are You A

5.When it comesto Holiday parties,you:

a. go to every one you're invited to

you

can rest after the first of the year.

b. only go to business parties and those of

Christmas
Junkie?

close friends.

c.avoid them —you hate to go and act nice
to people you only see once a year.
6. Your season's decorations are:

a. three tons of lights, a nativity scene with
singing wise-men and a mechanical Santa
in the front yard.

Dec. & Jan. 1989/90 • Dimensions • Page 29

b. a nicely decorated Christmas tree and
maybe a few strings of outdoor lights.
c. a couple of Christmas cards taped to the
fridge.

remember that you don't have to spend

$100 on everybody on your list and take
some time for yourself. You'll be much
better prepared, both physically and men
tally, for the new year.

7.If your parents decided to go away for
the holidays, you:
a. would be horrified. How could they do
this to your traditions?
h. would be glad. They deserve a break,

c. would be happy.Itsaves you from having
to make the trek home.

ANSWER THE LAST

THREE QUESTIONS WITH:
A for Always, B for Sometimes,

20-30
You strike a good balance between tradi

tion, family and friends during this season.
You know better than to try to outdo every
one in the decoration and gift departments,
but you're jjerfectly willing to "whoop it
up" a little and indulge yourself a bit. You
understand that it is alright to be sentimental
about Christmas,but you don't let it control
you.

and C for Never.

8. The gifts I give are better than those I
receive.

9.1 usually run my credit card bills sky high
this time of year.
10. It wouldn't seem like Christmas if I
wasn't tired from all the frenzy.

SCORING

10-19
O.K. Scrooge,so Christmas is just another
day of the year to you, and you don't see
why you should knock yourself out to con
form to everyone else's idea of a perfect

holiday. You might just be surprised by
how much fun you can have if you'll only
loosen up a bit. Send out a few Christmas
cards, accept an invitation or two, and try

Give yourself points as follows:
4 points for each"A" answer.
2 points for each "B" answer.
1 point for each "C" answer.

if you scored:
31-40
You really go overboard this time of year
and you end up paying for it after January 1.

putting some real thought into the gifts you
buy. Depression is a big problem this time
of year — pteople set their expectations so
high that they are bound to feel let down.
Maybe this was a problem for you in the
past, and now you've resorted to no exptectations at all to avoid the disappointment.
You could have a great time this year — if
you'll let yourself.

Frazzled nerves, big credit-card bills, and a
wrecked diet are just
some of the fallout

from your holiday
overindulgence.

A

little restraint could go
a long way towards
helping you settle

down and truly enjoy
the holidays. Turn
down an invitation or

two, tone down your

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WINTER TRAVEL - cont.from page 21

Rates range from $55-$80 per night,
double occupancy (subtract $5 for
single occupancy).
BRECKENRIDGE
MOUNTAIN HOUSE
Breckenridge, CO
(303)453-6475
Located one mile from the town of

Breckenridge, the Breckenridge
Mountain House offers something a
little different You can rent this 2 1/2

bedroom(+ loft) home for a minimum
offour women(although you can bring
up to ten). The more the merrier—and

at $275 per night during the winter
months — the more people you bring,

Rates were not available, but you can
call the number above for more info!

ASPEN SKI WEEK
January 21-27,1990
You'll have to find your own accom
modationsfor this one,butonce you've
arrived, give the Aspen Gay/Lesbian
Group a call at (303) 468-1956 for

information on parties, ski groups,etc.
In the past this has been a predomi
nantly gay male event but more and

more women are participating every
year!

If you don't see anything here that in
terests you, be sure to check out the

guide books available for lesbians and
gays. These guides are invaluable for
the traveler. The addresses for three of
the"Biggies"are listed below - write to

the cheaper the price per person (only
$27.50 per night with ten people). All

them for copies of their guides or find

linens, cooking utensils, etc. are pro

them at your local bookstore

vided — all you have to bring is your

GAIA'S GUIDE

self, your food and a good cook.8um-

412 Archway Road

mer rates are $120 per night and up

London, N. 16, England

dejjending on the number of people in

Women's intemational guidebook. Listing

your group.

for all of the U.S.,Europe,Canada, Austra
lia, New Z!ealand, and the Virgin and Carribean Islands.

VICTORIA OAKS
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PLACES OF INTEREST
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(303) 355-1818

Places of Interest to Women is a general

This refurbished, 100 year-old Victo
rian home will bring out the romantic in
you! Located in the heart of Denver,
you'll have access to local bars & res
taurants,as well as museums,the Den

ver mint and many other attractions.
Also,I'm told that many local women
come here for Holy Unions,anniversa
ries, birthdays, etc... so maybe you'll
get a chance to make some new friends!

Phoenix, AZ 85032

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comprehensive guide to B & B's and other
accommodations across the the same areas
G AYELLOW PAGES
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Village Station, NY, NY 10014
General guide book for both lesbians and
gay men covering the U.S. and Canada,

National Edition - $10.

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OBtry:
MIRROR IMAGES

Like a warm feeling of security.
Your smile overpowers me.
My eyes ore the key to my soul.

Cost a glance at them; And you shall see
A reflection of yourself...
the way I see you.
The way you con never see yourself.

Your dreams are the biggest part of you.
The port I admire most.

The port that you should keep.
Yet, and yet.. .
There is an even better part of you.
This is your heart.

It is so fragile, so daring,so eager to ...
To give all that it has.
And ask nothing in return.
Let me be your mirror.
Look into my eyes;
For if you do, you will see my soul.
You will see yourself...
The way only I see you.
-R. Garza

Houston, TX

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oroscope
What's in the Stars for You this month?

SCORPIO
(Oct 24th -Nov 22nd)

December 15th - 31st
You'11 have to keep out ofthe limelightright
before Christmas so that you can finish a
project at work before the holidays. Once
you're finished, watch out! Going out and
having friends over dominate the rest of the
month.

January
Your personal life is looking up for 1990 but
you'11 have to take a serious look at ho w you
handle your personal finances. Now is a
good time to sit down and figure out a
budget for the coming year. A hot new

romance may come on the scene this month,
it may not last, but it will be fun while it
does! A raise or promotion early in the
month could help you with some of your
holiday debt. Your social life is exciting and
this could be tied in with your new flame!

SAGIHARIUS
(Nov 23 - Dec 21)

December 15th - 31st
A holiday bonus or raise could lift your
spirits right now, but don't be tempted to
spend it all! You may be asked to host a
party or assume leadership for an
organization that you belong to. Your love
life gets a boost around the 20th.

January
The trick this year is to get off to a good start
and it looks like you'll have all the right
opportunities as January rolls around.
Home, business and especially love are all
looking up this month. Now is a good time

romantic adventure that's headed your way.

CAPRICORN
(Dec 22nd - Jan 19th)

December 15th - 31st
You feel short-tempered this holiday
season.Try to control yourself or you could
make everyone's Christmas miserable.
Social activities could bring back your good
will, so take advantage of all those
invitations. After Christmas, you feel more
relaxed and you are ready for a festive New
Year's celebration!

January
You may feel like everyone is picking on
you, particularly at work, as the new year
gets under way.The feeling will pass by the
10th. Try to keep your temper under
control, it's better to lose a few battles than

to lose friends. After the 15th, things
smooth out and you're able to get
everything back on track at work and at

home. Something that has been causing
stress will ease up and let you enjoy the
company of friends and co-workers again.
Your love life will see some improvement
during this pteriod.

AQUARIUS
(Jan 20th - Feb 18th)

December 15th - 31 st
Focus on your work in the weeks before the
holidays and your lifestyle could change for
the better after the first of the year. There
will be plenty of time for social activities

after hours and you will be in the sptotlight.
Pay holiday bills before the 1 st and you can

to sit down and set some goals for your
career and personal life.If you are currently

have a relaxing New Year's.

involved in a relationship, things will
certainly be on the right track this month, if

If you made any resolutions, you'll have to
work hard to keep them this year. Some

Jahuary

you are single, look out for an exciting

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what you need to lift your spirits after the
stress of the holidays. And, a new romantic
interest could be pressuring you for a

compromise or you may find yourself in
court. Keep a low profile imtil the 20th and
that should help immensely in relieving
tensions. Someone you've heljjed in the
past will come back to help you in an
unexpected way late in the month. Accept
their help graciously and you'll have an ally

commitment. Don't be afraid to say "yes",
it could be the best decision you've made in

for life. Romance is the high point of
January.

goals you set for yourself in past years may
have been set too high and you'll have to
adjust them to more realistic terms now. A

raise or promotion at work could be just

years.

TAURUS
PISCES
(Feb 19th-Mar 20th)
December 15th - 31st
Your career is spot-lighted right now and a

(April 20th - May 20th)
December 15th - 31st
All that hard work you've been doing lets up

raise or bonus could bring the money you

right now so you can enjoy a holiday rest. A
long trip at Christmas may be just what the

need to make this a special Christmas. You

doctor ordered to help you relieve some

may be in a mood to reminisce during the

stress. Keep a cool head though when it

holiday season and having old friends and
family around you is just what the doctor

comes to romance, you could be in over

ordered to relieve some of the stress you've

January

your head.

been feeling.

January
1990 may start out a bit confusing for
Pisces.Conflicting orders from the boss and
friends who say one thing and do another

may be making you crazy. Everything
straightens out by the 10th and you'll feel
much better about yourself and those

around you. A platonic friendship may be
heating up this month and the romance you
find could be just what you've dreamed of.
Be very careful when driving this month,
your potential for accidents is very high.

ARIES
(Mar 21st - April 19)
December 15th - 31st
A relationship that has been on the rocks
could take an unexpected turn for the better

and lift your spirits for the coming holidays.
Finances are also on an upswing and you
can afford something special for a loved

one. Everything is going your way and you
couldn't be happier!

January
An argument with a friend or family
member could quickly escalate into a major
war. Try your best to work out a

You'll need to set some goals about what
you want to do with your career during the
fnst partofJanuary.The perfectjob may not
be offered but you could fmd yourself in a
position to influence the people who could
help you the most.Tax time is a few months
away but some organization right now
could save you some heartache later on.
Romance is put on the back burner this
month as more pressing matters take your
attention.

GEMINI
(May 21st - June 21st)
December 15th - 31 st
All work and no play makes Gemini a very
unhappy girl right now.Everyone is getting
into the holiday spirit and you have tied
yourself down with work. Try to sneak in
some social activities after hours, you may

end up tired, but this time of year is short
lived and you don't want to miss out!
January
A temper tantrum early in January could
cause you problems throughout the month.
Yelling won'tsolve the problem,it's best to
keep your mouth shut and stay out of the
limelight, things will solve themselves in

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time. Your career is looking up after the
10th,a raise or promotion may not be in the
cards for several months, but the attention
you get from higher-ups is definitely
working for your benefit.Take time out for
a short, romantic trip towards month end.

VIRGO
(August 23rd - Sept 22nd)
December 15th - 31st

CANCER

You may have a tendency to go overboard
on holiday spending if you don't keep a
close eye on your pocketbook. Small
inexpensive gifts will bejustas tqjpreciated.

(June 22th - July 22th)
December 15th - 31st

Work gets easier in time to allow you to
enjoy the holiday social scene and you've
never been happier to get out of the house.

Travel is on the agenda during the holiday
season, it may be a working vacation, but

January

Any partnerships that you involve yourself

Most Virgo-ans will find the first part of
January a good time to relax and make plans
for the coming year. Some,however will be
so busy they won't have time to sit down,
much less relax. You may find that you'll
have more details than you thought to work
out before you can get things back on track.

in this month will be around for a long time.

If your love life has been good for awhile,it

Romantic commitmaits could last for

can only getbetter,if it hasn'tbeen up to par,
now is the time to get things moving again.

that doesn't mean it won't be fun! A new

romance could brighten you social life also,
new friends come into the picture that can
make your holidays even more fun.

January

years, as could could business partnerships
set up this month. You will want to work
these commitments out in writing or sit
down and talk about it in detail or you will
feel insecure until you do.Co-workersseem
easier to get along with right now.

LIBRA
(Sept 23rd - Oct 23rd)
December 15th-31st
Money is the main focus in the weeks before

LEO

(July 23rcl - August 22nd)
December 15th - 31st
Social obligations could be getting you
down right now. You wantsome peace and
quiet to work out some jjersonal or family
problem that has been bothering you.Tum
down a few invitations and focus on your

problem. Once it is solved, you'll be ready
to get back in the holiday party scene and
enjoy it more!

January

Christmas. With a little work and thought,
you could hit the jackpot! After the 22nd,
your focus switches to family and loved
ones. A love relationship that has fallen on
hard times recently could take on a new
glow. Enjoy.

January
Taking criticism personally at work or at
home could lead to some anger on your part
during the first part of January. Try to
control your temper and take this criticism
as it was meant — friendly. You may be

vacation right now. You could wind up in

looking for a romantic commitment right
now, but don't count on getting what you
want It could tum out for the best though,
since it's likely that you will be attracted to

financial trouble for the rest of the year.

someone special towards the end of the

Take the time to express your feelings to

month.

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a wild spending spree or extravagant

your loved ones, it will keep them happy
and make you feel more secure.Say no to all
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be taking you for aride you don't want to go
on.

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Irectory
A Listing of Service Organizations, Businesses & Clubs
ARLINGTON,TX (area code 817)

organizations
Gay/Lesbian Association of UTA
P.O. Box 19348-77, UTA St. 76019
794-5140

AUSTIN,TX (area code 512)
clutss

Dallas Gay Alliance
4012-B Cedor Springs 75219 <528-4233
Dallas GayAesblan Historic Arctiives
4012-B Cedor Springs < 821-1653
Dallas Gay Youtti Group
300 Turtle Creek Plozo #116 < 307-7203
Dallas Outdoors
P.O. Box 35474 75235 < 276-5270
Dallas Tavern Guild
3900 Lemmon Ave. #220 < 526-5292

Nexus/Petticoat Junction

Foundation for Human Understanding

401 & 401-B E. 2ncl.495-9553

528-4233

organizations

GayAesblan Young Adults

Affirmation (Mettiodist)
7403 Stioai Creek • 451-2329

528^233

Austin Lamtxta

2727 Ook Lown 75219 < 528-2811

Grace Fellowstiip in Ctirist Jesus

P.O. Box 5455 78763
Gay/Lesbian Student
Association at UT Austin <458-3971
Box 275 Texas Union 78712-7338

Lesbian/Gay Rigtits Lobby
P.O. Box 2505 78768

Metropolitan Community Ctiurctr
1100 Sprlngdcle Rd. < 929-3660
Oasis Ministry

Lesbian Information Line (LiL)
P.O. Box 191443 75219 < 528-2426

Lesbia/Gay Political Coalition
P.O. Box 224424 75222 < 828-9882
Lesbian Visionaries
P.O. Box 191443 75219 < 521-9642

Metroplex Republicans
P.O. Box 191033 75219 < 941-8114

Oak Lawn Community Services

Waterloo Counseling Center

3000 Turtle Creek Rozo,Suite 116
75219-5311 < 520-8108

507 Powell 78703 < 322-9654

Oak Lawn Symptionic Band

5555 N. Lomor Blvd. #L101 < 441-9191

Texas Human Rigtits Foundation

P.O. Box 190973 75219 < 986-1751

2201 N. Lomor # 203 78705 < 479-8473

WANT -(Women In Tfie Arts)

AIDS Legol Asslstonce 1-800-828-6417

288-9299 or 823-3105

Womyn Togettier

3920 Cedar Springs < 528-4233

DALLAS, TX (area code 214)
businesses
Business Delivery Systems
14902 Preston Rd. 75240 < 733-1108
Crossroads Market
3930 Cedor Springs
521-8919 or 1-800-992-6404

Curious Times - Women's Books etc.
4008-D Cedar Springs 75219 < 528-4087

DENTON,TX (area code 817)

organizations
COURAGE, Lesbian Gay Student Org.
c/o Student Activities Center
P.O. Box 5067 76203 < 382-3813

FT. WORTH (area c<xle 817)

clubs
Sue Ellen's
3903 Cedor Springs < 559-0707
Desert Moon < 5903 Willis • 828-4471

organizations

organizations

Affirmation (Mettiodlst) < 478-7837

clubs
Partners <1612 Park Place < 924-2519

Affirmation (Mettiodisf)
P.O. Box 225831 75222 < 948-1546
AIDS Resource Center
4012-B Cedor Springs 75219

HOUSTON, TX (area code 713)
clubs

Ctiurcti of ttie New Covenant-Sun @ 11

Ttie Ranch

1000 S. Sherman #B < 828-0771

9125 S. Main < 666-3464

Dec. & Jon. 1989/90 • Dinnensions • Poge 37

organizations

National Gay/Lesbian Crisisiine

AIDS Foundation
3400 Montros© #700 •524-AIDS
AIDS HOTLINE

National GayAesbian Task Force

1-800-SOS-GAYS
1517 U Street NW

Gay/Lesblon Students
University of Houston

Washington D.C. 20009 • 202-332-6483
The Fund for Hunrxin Dignity
666 Broadway 4th Floor

4800 Calhoun •529-3211

NY. NY 10012

c/o Switchboard • 529-3211

Gay & Lesbian Swltchtxiard
P.O. Box 66591 77266 •529-3211

Houston Gay Political Caucus
P.O. Box 66664 77266 •521-1000
Kingdom Community Churcti
614 E. 19th.862-7533
Lambda ALANON
Lambda Ceriter for Aichohoiics
1214 Joanne • 521-9772

Lesbian/Gay Students
University of Houston - Clear Lake
2700 Bay Area 77058
Montrose Pool League/Billiards
PJ 863-8482
PWA Coalition - Houston
3327 Essex Lane *623-4436

NORMAN,OK (area code 405)

organizations
Women's Resource Center
P.O. Box 5089 73070

OKLAHOMA CITY, OK
(area code 405)

organizations
Oasis the Community Center
2135 NW 39th 73112 • 525-AIDS

Herland Sister Resources, Inc.
2312 NW 39th 73112 • 794-7464

Womynspace

SAN ANTONIO,TX (area code 512)

P.O. Box 980601 77098-0601
880-9517 or 521-0780

clubs

Women's Softtxsii League

8021 Pinebrook • 341-2618

6431 Pineshade • 868-6256

The Circle

organizations

LUBBOCK.TX (area code 806)

Dignity/San Antonio
202 N. St. Mary's• 349-3632

organizations

Integrity/San Antonio

Lubbock Lesbian/Gay Alliance

P.O. Box 150006 78212.684-4920

P.O. Box 64746 79464• 796-2403

Names Project/Lubbock

River City Living Metropolitan
Community Church

796-1800 or 744-1957

202 Holland 78212 • 822-1121

LISA (Lesbian Information SA)
828-LlSA (5472)

SALGA - San Antonio Lesbian & Gay
NATIONAL ORGANIZATIONS

Assembly • 733-7300

Affirmation: United Methodists for

San Antonio AIDS Foundation
P.O. Box 120113 78212-9313
Son Antonio Tavern Guild • 822-2823

Lesbian/Gay Concerns
P.O. Box 1021 • Evanston, iL 60204
AIDS Action Council

729 Eighth St. S.E. Suite 200
Washington. DC 20003 .(202) 547-3101
AIDS 800 • 1-800-221-7044
Conference For Catholic Lesbians

P.O. Box 436, Planetarium Station
New York, New York 10024

SOUTH PADRE ISLAND, TX
(area code 512)
accomodations
Lyie'sDeck • 120E. AtolSt.
P.O. Box 2326 78597 • 761-LYLE

Nil Gay Alliance for Young Adults,
Inc.P.O. Box 190426

y//.

Dallas, TX 75219-0426 •(214)307-7203

National Gay/Lesbian Clearinghouse
666 Broadway 4th Floor
NY, NY 10012

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From Around the Region,the Country & the World
Dallas Activist

Bill Nelson Elected as
New THRF President

Alan Levi,a certified public accountant
in Dallas, was elected as the new treas

urer of the organization.
Nell Hahn and Steve Davis,both attor

AUSTIN - At its October quarterly

neys firom Austin, were elected as new

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trustees to the board.

ton, the board of trustees of the Texas

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Human Rights Foundation (THRF)

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the same time THRF will benefit from

AIDS Resource Center in Dallas and

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Stenger of Austin,an assistant attorney

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former president ofthe Houston Gay &

THRF's board as chair of its litigation

Lesbian Polidcal Caucus, was named

Houston,a THRF board member and a

committee.

as the chair of THRF's nominating

Elected as THRF's vice-president was

committee charged with identifying

Donald Skipwith, a Houston attorney

new trustees to be considered for the
board of trustees at the January meet

who also serves as vice-chair of the
board ofdirectors ofthe AIDS Founda
tion Houston. Skipwith succeeds Gene

Harrington of Houston as vice-presi

ing.Persons interested in learning more
about service on THRF's board or

dent; after six years of dedicated serv

about the work ofthe organization may
contact David Bryan or Sue Lovell at

ice as a trustee, Harrington submitted

(512)479-8473.

his resignation, which was accepted by

THRF's board presently consists of 13

the board.

trustees living in Austin, San Antonio,

Dec. & Jan. 1989/90 • Dimensions • Page 7

Houston and Dallas. The board meets

First Legal Day in Texas; First Gay

quarterly in various cities around the
state, and its meetings in 1990 are ten

Pride March; Referral Services; A
women's softball team; speaker's bu
reau; and various concerts, dances and

tatively set for Austin,El Paso,Corpus
Christi and Lubbock., as part of the
statewide organizations effort to in

volve gay men, lesbians and persons
with AIDS from outside the larger
metropolitan areas of the state.
THKF is the sponsor of the litigation
pending in an Austin court known as

other functions. Austin Lambda also

spun off several groups including: The
Alliance; Gay Fathers; Lesbian Moth
ers; and ALSO(Austin Lesbians Speak
Out).
Austin Lambda as a legal corporation

will continue to exist in name only. If

21.06 of the Texas Penal Code, which

you have any suggestions for future
uses of this organization as a commu
nity enterprise, please write them at:

criminalizes private,consensualsexual

P.O. Box 5455, Austin, TX 78763.

Morales vs. The State of Texas, chal

lenging the constitutionality of Section

relations between two men or two

women. Linda Morales of Houston is

THRF's lead plaintiff in the case,
which also includes four more plain
tiffs from Austin and Dallas. The State

is attempting to have the case dismissed
and a hearing will be scheduled late this
year in the matter.

Austin Lambda to

Cease Operations
AUSTIN - September 1989 marked
Austin Lamda's tenth anniversary.One
month later the organization has ceased
to exist except in name only.
Claiming a lack ofcommunity support,
Austin Lambda will close it's office

and cease publication of it's newsletter

effective immediately.
Austin Lambda has been instrumental

in making major contributions to the

gay community both in Austin and
throughout the state of Texas. A partial
list of their accomplishments includes:

Newly Formed Lesbian
Arts Group Needs
Members
DALLAS - Women in the Arts Net-

WOTking Together (WANT), a newly
formed organization in the Dallas met
ropolitan area is seeking members.
Writers, artists, musicians, thespians
and all others, whether amateur or pro
fessional, are welcome.
Meetings are held the second and fourth

Thursdaysofeach month at the Womyn
for Womyn Resource Center at 1315
Skiles, Dallas at 7:30pm.

Goals of WANT include: creating a

refenal network for women in the arts;
Increasing the audience for women in
the performing arts; and to provide an
alternative environment that fosters
creativity.
Plans are being made now for a 1990
Women's Festival and a benefitshow is

planned fqr TJ's in Denton on Decem
ber 16th to help make the festival a

Page 8 • Dimensions • Dec. & Jon. 1989/90

reality.
If you would like to become a member
or are interested in learning more about
WANT,the next meeting will be held
■ on December 14th or you can call(214)
288-9299 or 823-3105.

but a company spokesposon says the
book will not go to press until a goo
cross-section of the community's
multi-racial and multi-cultural wed

ding ceremonies has been assembled.
The company invites couples to submit

photograjrfis of their ceremonies, in
either black and white or color, along

with a 500 to 1000 word description of

Lesbian Press to

their love story and decision to commit
their vows. Subject to negotiation,

Publish Wedding Book

contributors will receive a fee or per

TURLOCK,CA - According to BLK

centage of book sales. Guidelines and

Magazine, WIM Publications, a les

further information is available from

bian-feminist publishing company is
seeking contributions for its Lesbian
and gay Wedding Book,a non-fiction
pictorial that will document same-sex

Dr. Dianne Bogus,WIM Publications,
3601 CrowellRd.#100,Turlock,CaUf.

95380.Their telephone number is 209667-0966.
^

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published in the early spring of 1990,

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AUSTIN - If you're looking for enter
tainment, have I got news for you!
NEXUS & PErnCOAT JUNCTION,

ofthe week.Betsy also tells me thatshe
has security in the parking lot every
night to look out for you and your car!

along with sponsor Miller Lite is host
ing the PHP Performer of the Year
1989 Show! It's gonna be a really,
really big "shoe" in both bars on De

DALLAS - Where,oh Where can you
find all your favorite live entertain

cember IVthI Be There! And, there is
lots more live entertainment where that

Check their ad in this issue for names,
dates and details—you won'tbe disap

came from — On the 8th it's comedian

pointed! If you are looking for a place to
wind down after a hard day in the malls,
give SUE ELLEN'S a try, they've got
3-In-One's and Happy Hour drinks
everyday until 8pm and all day and all
night on Wednesdays.

Nancy Ford,On the 15th catch Denise
Fawcett,On the 21st get in the spirit at
the Christmas Show, and last but not

least — come on out for Talent Night
December 14th & 28lh. Finally, top off

ers...? SUE ELLEN'S — of course!

your decade with New Year's Eve

1990 with free champagne and party
favors and get the nineties off to a good
start New Year's Day with bowl
games, black-eyed peas, and lot's of
fun!

SAN ANTONIO - A Buffet, Free

Champagne at Midnight,Party Favors
and a Balloon Drop. The day - New
Year's Eve...the place - The
CIRCLE...the cost - $10 in advance,

$12 at the the door ... it's the hottest

HOUSTON - If you want in on the fun

party in town, don't miss it! Also, be

you'd better get your reservations in for

sure to join in the holiday fun all
through December! On the 10th it's a
Christmas Singles Pool Tournament

New Year's Eve at the RANCH!There

is limited space available so you need to
make those reservations now — don't

waitoryoumightmissout! And,ifNew
Year's Eve isn't enough excitement for
you, remember that the RANCH has

Beer Bust all day long on Sundays,
Rock and Roll and Dance Music

every Wednesday Night, and a DJ
playing your favorite music every night

that'll pay you $100 cash money for
first place, on the 17th Join in the
Christmas Showat8pm for an evening
ofComedy,Fun & Carolling and on the
15th it's the 2nd Annual Christmas &

Tree Decorating Party!If you want to
give yourself a present, be sure to get
tickets and see Lucie Blue Tremblay

Dec. & Jan. 1989/90 • Dimensions • Page 11

on the 14th at 8pm, tickets are

in

advance and $10 at the door.
DENTON - Women In The Arts Net

working Together(WANT)is sponsor
ing a Show to Benefit the 1990 Texas
Women's Festival! The show will e

held atTJ'satl215E.University Dr.in
Denton on December 16th at 10pm.All
proceeds will go towards the festival so get out and show your support!

DALLAS - Radical feministspeaker &
author,Sonia Johnson will be appear
ing at the Arlington Hall at Lee Park at
3401Turtle Creek on December 10th &
11th. On the 10th Sonia will host a

workshop entitled "Breaking Up
With Patriarchy Instead of Each
Other" and a dinner will be held after
the workshop. On the 11th Sonia will

give a lecture entitled "Wildfire: Ig
niting the She/Volution". Tickets are
available at Curious Times, Cross

DALLAS/HOUSTON - Comedian

roads Market and at the door. Call

Kate Clinton, will appear at the Ar

(214)823-4279 for more information.
The event is sponsored by WILDWISE, a new non-profit organization

cadia Theatre in Dallas on Friday,
Dec. 8. Tickets are available at Curi

ous Times, Crossroads Market or by
calling Rainbow Ticketmaster at .

for lesbians in Dallas.

Kate then travels to Houston for a two-

DALLAS - Check out the DESERT

show concert at Fitzgerald's on SaL,
Dec. 9. Appearing with Kate will be:
guitarist Edna Garcia, The Wynne

MOON'S Great Drink Specials! There's
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Well Drinks on Tuesdays & Thurs
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Specials on Wednesdays and Happy
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Walker Band, actress/playwright
Marianne Pendino,and Dimensions'

own Nancy Ford. For ticket info call
Inklings Alternative Bookshop or
Fitzgerald's. And, don't miss Nancy

Fridays! What A Deal!

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Ford's interview with Kate Clinton in
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Dec. 21st - NANCY FORD Return Engagement
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Dec. & Jan. 1989/90 • Dimensions • Page 13

ear/T(
gnes
Answers to your questions about love,
relationships & personoi probiems
Dear Readers
In late November, we received the fol

lowing letter in the Dimensions office.
Although it was marked "Letter to the
Editor", we thought it would be more
appropriate and more widely read in
this column.

and 10 percent of male couples had
"ritualized their relationship with a
ceremony." More than one-third had
executed legal agreements to protect
their relationship. (Results based on
812 respondents.)
Unfortunately, these couples cannot
choose to legally marry and depend on

Dear gay and lesbian

existing laws to support their family

community and supporters:

life. The legal contracts we make can

Syndicated advice columnist Ann Lan

replicate only some of the protections

ders has asked what her readers think

that are automatic with marriage. Just
one example: A widowed lesbian part

about "legal sanctions for same-sex
couples." To communicate your sup
port for the rights of gay and lesbian
couples, write to Ann Landers,c/o The
Chicago Tribune, 435 N. Michigan

ner cannot claim her departed spouse's
Social Security benefits.

And this inequity is far-reaching. At
least 10 million Americans are in same-

Avenue,Chicago,IL 60611.

sex relationships,judging from a recent
San FranciscoExaminer poll thatfound

Here's what we told Ms. Landers:

60 percent of gay men and lesbians in

We think lesbians and gay men should

relationships.
Our society should support these gay

be able to legally marry. In our view,
it's a matter of civil rights. Not to
mention simple fairness and good
sense.

and lesbian families for the same rea

sons we support traditional families.
Functional families make better neigh
bors and more productive citizens.

Too often, gay and lesbian relation
ships have been attacked as antithetical
to "Family values." Nothing could be

Sincerely
Stevie Bryant and Demian,Ed.D.

further from the truth. Gay and lesbian

Publishers/Editors

couples — and their children — are

PARTNERS: The Newsletter

genuine families. They share with all

for Gay & Lesbian Couples

families the traditional value of love,

Box 9685, Seattle, WA 98109

caring and mutual support

The truth is,gay and lesbian couples are
already marrying one another in both
religious and secular ceremonies. Ac

cording to preliminary results of our
national survey of gay and lesbian
couples, 16 percent of female couples

This is Agnes Talking: After we re

ceived this letter Ann Landers printed
some of the responses to her question
on November 26th. She indicated that

opinion was running 2 to 1 against
legalizing gay & lesbian marriages.

Page 14 • Dimensions • Dec. & Jon. 1989/90

Now get out those pencils and lets
change the numbers!

Dear Waiting,

Dear Agnes,

head, even if you have an open door
policy, will be "cutting your own

I have worked for the same company in
the same location for fifteen years. I
loved my job up until the last year and
a half. A new boss was shipped in and
everything has been all downhill ever
since.

First off this guy knew nothing about
the whole operation here. He thinks he

is too good to get his hands dirty. No
matter what happens he never pitches

Don't go to his boss. Going over his

throat."

You could try talking directly to him,
mention that you need help with a proj
ect and every one else is tied up. Could
he help? See what kind of reaction you
geultcouldbehe doesn't know whatto
do. And if he has never been employed
in this line of work, he may think he is
doing what he needs to do.By all means
be tactful anddon'tattackhisbehavior.

in. Basically, he has a "holier than

<S

thou" attitude.

Now,I am notjust saying this because
I think someoneelse should have gotten
the job, but there were people here that
could have handled the job a lot more
efficiently than he is.

He is a college boy with clean finger
nails. He has management snowed and
he treats everybody around here like
dirt.

What should I do? Should I talk,to his

Write To Dear Agnes
With Your Problems or
Comments at:
Dimensions

P.O Box 856

Lubbock,TX 79408

boss?

Waiting for your advice!

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Dec. & Jan. 1989/90 • Dimensions • Page 15

Lesbian
Botterin
The Reality of Violence
in Our Community
by Karen Stewart

Thefollowing article isacondensed version
oftwo ofafive part series collected by Ms.
Stewart. Due to space limitaiions we are
unable to publish allfive articles in their
entirety. If you would like a copy of the
articles, please contact Ms. Stewart at
(512)339-8508.

There are many in the lesbian
community that believe lesbian
battering could notexist—that women
are not capable of physically and
emotionally abusing other women.
But, it does exist and it is much more

widespread than most of us are aware.

In Austin in 1985, the Austin Coalition
Against

Abuse

in

Lesbian

Relationships(ACAALR)conducted a
survey of81 lesbians. They found that
65% of those surveyed said they had
experienced abuse in one or more adult
relationships. Of this 65%, 70%

reported physical abuse, 85%
emotional abuse and 32% reported

sexual abuse. 13% reported that they
were the abusive one in

the

relationship. In line with national
statistics on women in the general

population, one third said that they
were sexually abused as children and
over 50% report emotional abuse as
children.

Battered lesbians deny their abuse or
refuse to seek help out of fear that they
will not be believed or because they see

no way out of the relationship. They
may also be afraid to approach
mainstream battered women's shelters

for fear of a homophobic response and
because there is little or no community
support or services in this area. Many
lesbians do not believe that there is any
abuse occurring within their

Page 16 • Dimensions • Dec. & Jan. 1989/90

community.

adhere to an exact time schedule, wear

In addition, many battered women live
in a constant state of denial. They
believe that what they are experiencing
is not really abusive, that they are

a certain hairstyle, etc...
•Demonstration ofPower—Assigns
chores, laws, curfew. Makes

responsible for the abuse because of
some flaw within themselves,or that if
they will just "work harder" or "be

discrediting remarks, physical and
sexual abuse.

• Dependency — No access to bank

better" the abuse will stop^
Abuse can be brought about by many

account; won't let you have job or
makes you work to support partner.
• Occasional Indulgences — sudden

causes. Most common is alcohol or

changes of heart, brings you

drug abuse, although childhood
experiences and many other

extravagant gifts or does something for

experiences do contribute to abuse.
Recognizing that you are battered or are

• Crazymaking — convinces you that

an abuser is the first step to healing.
Below, I've gone into some detail on
recognizing the signs of the different

rules; she's not violent, you're

you that you didn't expect.

what you said, you didn't; changes
paranoid; uses things you've told her

abuse are attempts to exert power or

about yourself against you; buys you
gifts and then blames you for money
problems; tells you things are

control over another person.

happening when they aren't and vice

kinds of abuse. All of these forms of

At the end of this article, you will find
a resource list on where to find help for
yourself, your lover or a friend.

versa.

Physical Abuse
Physical abuse almostalway goes hand

TYPES OF ABUSE
Emotional Abuse
Below are listed some of the signs of
emotional abuse

with a short

in hand with emotional abuse,
however; all emotional abusers are not

physically abusive.
Physicalabuse can rangefrom pushing,

explanation.

shoving and outright fist fights to

• Isolation — Alienation from family
and friends; refuses to provide money
or transportation; may move you away
to another city, state or even country;

burning the skin, putting guns and
knives in the vagina, and stabbing or
shooting.

the abuser may also refuse to have a
telephone; irrational jealousy.

Sexual Abuse

• Threats — threatens to kill or hurt

Although much of the description of
physical abuse can also be applied to

you; have you committed; find you no

sexual abuse,sexual abuse can take on

matter where you go; or to commit

Insulting jokes, name calling,ordering

many different forms. Forcing you to
have sex, forcing you to participate in
group sex or have sex with another
partner,or doing anything sexual that is

around.

against your will is abusive.

• Trivial Demands — makes you

Don't confuse S/M sex with abuse.

suicide if you leave.
• Humiliation/Degradation —

Dec. & Jan. 1989/90 • Dimensions • Page 17

While S/M,like any form ofsex,can be
abusive,this isn't always the case. Most
S/M sex is consentualand both partners
agree beforehand on how3 far things

SAN ANTONIO

Resource Center •Frances Timmons,Counselor
(512)732-0757
OKLAHOMA

will go and a code word to stop things if
they get out of hand.

Shirley M. Hunter, M.A. • (405)848-5429

WHAT TO DO

Women's Learning Resource Center

NEW MEXICO
(505)268-2116

If you are a battered lesbian or a

Hania Stromberg, M.A., M.S.W.

batterer, you are not alone and you can
end you nightmare. Seek help from
your friends and family if possible and
seek professional help(a resource listis

(505)268-7477

provided at the end of this article).

BOOKS
Lobel, Kerry ed. Naming the Violence:
Speaking Out About Lesbian Battering.
Washington: Seal Press, 1986. Stories from

If you have a friend or family member
who is involved in an abusive

relationship,remember that you cannot

LOUISIANA
Multi-Service Center •(504) 561-5861

battered lesbians, articles from women in the

make their decisions for them — what

movement on history and programs.

you can do is offer your support and
love. Supply them with reading

Sonkin, Daniel. Learning to Live Without

material on abusive relationships. The
more they read,the more likely they are

Oriented toward straight men but helpful for

Violence. San

Francisco: Volcano Press.

lesbian bauerers.

to recognize themselves as a battered
woman or abuser. Offer them a place to

stay ifand when they cometo a decision
to leave — many women are, or f^el
that they are,financially dependent on

NiCarthy, Ginny. Getting Free: A Handbook
for Women in Abusive Relationships.
Washington: the Seal Press, 1982. A straightoriented self-help book. Revised edition has
section on lesbian battering.

their abuser and will need your help in
this area. And, last but not least, refer
them to this resource list for

professional help.
AUSTIN

Center for Battered Women's Shelter
Outreach (512)385-5181

Waterloo Counseling (512)322-9654
In Hayes County - Women's Center

Books and music

for the feminist,

gay and lesbian
communities.

(512)396-4357

Open Tuesday Saturday from
10:30 to 6:30 p.m.,
and Sunday
1 to 5 pjn.

Inklings

DALLAS

an alternative bookshop

t-®tvn Community Services

3000 Turtle Creek Plaza •(214)520-8108
(no specific program but focus on lesbian issues)
HOUSTON

Sharon Stone & Associates

3935 Westheimer, Suite 306•(713)623-6081

1846 Richmond • Houston, Texas 77098
Owners: Pokey Anderson and Annise PaAer

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What does

Stephanie
Knowiond has

the power...

Even as a child, Stephanie realized
that her psychic abilities set her
apart from others. Now, a crazed
killer whom she helped send to
prison is determined to exact his

your ex-lover
mean to you?

Are you best friends? Enemies? Do
you provide emotionail support for
one another . . . or have you lost
contact? Through dozens of per
sonal interviews with lesbians and

their ex-lovers, Carol Becker has

charted the course that a break-up

revenge on Stephanie and her
lover. Stephanie's power alone is
not enough to save them against
the psychopath who has decided to
play a fiendish cat-and-mouse

may take. She shows how the end of

game with the two women.

family and community.

THE

CRYSTAL CURTAIN

by Sandy Dayar

a relationship can provide a time for
important personal growth, and

how former lovers can also serve as
the foundation for new forms of

UNDROKEN TIESi
Lesbian Ex-Lovers
by Carol Decker

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WINTER
TRAVEL
FOR
WOMEN

OF THE 9
by Tasha Sumner

It's thattime again! Timefor our annual

expect of you when you stay at their

"Winter Travel" article. In June of

homes. Your Hostess or Host likes

1988, Dimensions sent out a survey to
ourreaders.In thatsurvey,we asked the
questions: Have you ever spent time at

people and offers thier home to you as
a member of the"community" without
intruding on your privacy (or you on
hers). She may offer you juice and

a lesbian/gay resort? Would You?
While only 9% of the respondents said
that they had vacationed at a lesbian/
gay resort,a resounding 98% said they
would like to go(or return)to vacation
at one.Many of you added comments to
the effect that you would love to vaca
tion at a "family" resort, if you just

knew where they were. Well, that's

coffee or a full breakfast-each home is
unique."
Since Mother Source was so kind as to

give us this definition, we'll start with a
description of their service and then
move on to specific accommodations.

where wecome in! These travel articles

MOTHER SOURCE TRAVELS
P.O. Box 23305

are to let you know that there are places
out there that are "just for you" — and
nobody else! So,let's go ...

(618)462-4051 or (314)569-5795
To find accommodations nationally

St. Louis. MO 63156

simply call or write Mother Source.

Since most of these resorts are Bed &
Breakfasts, I'll start out with a defini

tion of B&B provided by Mother
Source Travels of Sl Louis, Missouri:
"B&B offers the traveler more than
accommodations in a strange place:

They will ask you for general informa
tion and answer any questions you
might have. You just tell them where
you are u-aveling within the U.S. and
they will see if they can find a match for
you. You'll need to call two or more

B&B offers an opptHtunity to experi

weeks in advance since availability

ence the local culture and expand your
social network through the gracious-

changes daily. They may be able to find
accommodations for you on shorter

ness of a Hostess or Host who knows

notice, but it's better to be safe. They
require a one day depositfrom you and

the area,where to go,and what is going
on locally without the time commit

the Hostess will expectthe remainder in

ment that friends and relatives may

cash.

Page 20* Dimensions • Dec. & Jon. 1989/90

If you would like to register your B&B

RUBY SLIPPER

with Mother Source, call or write for
more information. You don't have to

813LaLomita

have a B&B to register,just extra space
in your home and a desire to share your
local culture with traveling women.

Taos, NM 87571
Located in the heart of Taos, the Ruby

TRIANGLE INN

P.O. Box 2069

Slipper is walking distance from the
plaza with all that it has to offer. You
can choose from private or shared bath,
standard or water beds, and several
rooms come with authentic kiva fire

P.O. Box 3235

Santa Fe, NM 87501

(505)455-3375
Situated 11 miles north of Santa Fe on

the road to Taos, The Triangle Inn of
fers 6 individual guest houses con
structed of "real" adobe. With your
choice of an efficiency, a one or two
bedroom, all guest houses also include
full kitchen and bath plus a living area.

place or wood burning stove. There's
lots of cross-country and downhill
skiing and hiking available within close
range. The Ruby Slipper also offers
hammocks and hot tub in the courtyard.

continued on page 32

Whether skiing at Santa Fe,relaxing in
the hot tub in the courtyard,or spending
romantic evenings in the historic city of
Santa Fe, you're sure to enjoy your
stay. Current rates range from $75-$95
per night but you'll need to call since
holiday rates are slightly different and
prices will be changing after the first of
the year.

CORRALESINN
P.O. Box 1361

Corrales, NM 87048

(505)897-4422

15 minutes from Albuquerque and 40
minutes from Santa Fe, you'll find this
a charming Bed & Breakfast. All within

driving distance you'll find: downhill

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hat A World,
hat A World!
The Madwoman
of Provincefown:
Comic Kate Clinton

by Nancy Ford
"I love it when something happens

show.

spontaneously—it kind ofrips through

"1 might prepare two 45-minute sets
and actually get about thirty minutes of
material done. The rest is improv. I'm
doing a part in my show now where 1
just say, "Are there any questions?"

me."

"Ii" is comedy, and Kate Clinton gets
excited when she talks about it.

"It's almost like there's another person
talking. It's really a gift 1 enjoy."
As much as she enjoys it, predomi

They range from "Do you like to eat?"
to "What's your phone number?"

nantly lesbian/feminist audiences have

Katcestimates thatapproximately 10%

enjoyed it too, and then some. Since
1981 she has toured the country serving
up her oft-time political, sometime
graphic, always bulls-eye accurate wit
to increasing numbers of fans.
"The joy of making people laugh"
drove her to comedy.Growing up in a
household with three brothers, Kate

of her audience is male. "We've been
doing such outreach"she teases,as 1 see

an image of feminist comedy mission
aries rapping on chic townhouse doors

on Saturday a.m.,rounding up potential
male audience members a la Jehovah's

Witnesses."1 wish more would come,"
she said, explaining that she considers

learned early on the power comedy
holds."I found that a really good oneliner could keep them away."
She formally began hercareer in March

her material's focus is on gay culture as
. opposed to lesbian humor exclusively.

of 1981 on a dare while on break from

Catholic senior citizens on a scenic tour

teaching high schoolers, which she had

of New England in Provincetown,

done for eight years. The transition
from the classroom to the stage was not
that traumatic. Recalling her students,

Mass,(where Kate makes her home.)
"They were booked into my show,and
they had been told 1 was a drag act. Now

she says,"You learn to work the room.

that was a challenge. It was absolutely

The frightening thing is, the same audi

wild — it was like talking to my mom."
"Everybody had their purses clutched

ence keeps coming back day after day."

Like most comics,Kate has a stockpile

One of her most memorable audiences

was largely comprised of a group of

of scripted material, but she relies on

tightly to themselves, and wore little
plastic mesh hats. The questions were

the audience to steer the course of the

absolutely hysterical. 1 felt like an

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unwitting dupe on 'Heterosexual
Bloops, Blunders and Practical Jokes.'
"Kate Clinton thinks she is going to

perform for a group of radical lesbians,
but we've switched audiences on her."

Finally, as if to add coincidence to
calamity, it turned out the group was
from Fall River, Mass., the district

represented by the recently much-pub
licized Barney Frank. Yes indeed,
comedy is sometimes divine. Some

times even divinely serious.
"At sound check 1 generally say a
Catholic prayer, right from memory.
People always laugh,but I am blessing
the hall and bringing the spirit of the
women in the hall.

"1 go toward it very positively. I ap
proach it very politically, too. I think

when people laugh,they open.They're

Clintonisms:
Kate Clinton on ...

... The Pope
"I cannot respect a man that flies
around kissing airports."

... Her baseball team

"Last year we made Michael Jackson
our team mascot, because he wears

a glove on one hand for no apparent
reason.

... Non-monogamy
"Lord knows I've had more women than

most people have noses."

... On reproduction
"Every Saturday at about one o'clock I
go down to Chuck E. Cheese's. It
works every time."

open and vulnerable,and that's when 1
-From Kate Clinton Live At The Great American

like to sneak in new ideas."

Be forewarned — plan on hearing lots
of new ideas when Kate Clinton comes

Music Hall available at your favorila
bookstora or from Wtiyscrack Records, P.O.
Box 93, Cazenovia, New York 13035.

to town.

TEXAS PLAY DATES
Kate Clinton, the feminist stand-up's
standup,appears at the ArcadiaTheatre

in Dallas on Friday, Dec. 8. Call
Curious Times at (214) 528-4087 for
ticket information. Kate then travels to
Houston for a 2-show concert at

nancy ford
• comedy •
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Fitzgerald's on Sat, Dec. 9. Also

performing atFitzgerald's thatevening
will be a hostofHoustonian fem-talent,
including guitarist Edna Garcia, The
Wynne Walker Band, actress/
playwright Marianne Pendino, and
Dimensions own Nancy Ford. For
ticket info call Inklings Altemative
Bookstore, (713) 521-3369 or
Fitzgerald's, (713)862-7652.

for booking info
coll or write:

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the

A Discussion of Lesbian Literature Both New and Old

This month, T. Sumner Reviews:

HOLIDAY
READING LIST
Four New Books From Noiod Press -

Great for reading or giving as gifts!

This month we're going to take a look at
four books — ail from Naiad Press, Inc..
You'll find ordering information at the
bottom of this article. Rating information

poverty stricken.The stoiy revolves aroimd

Marty and Thea,two"down-on-their-luck"
women who meet in a welfare office in

Tuscon. Ms. Taylor manages to touch on

many important issues (including
discrimination against PWA's, the

ajjpears below.

homeless and the differently-abled, to her
Good

views on our country's welfare system)
while never straying from the telling of a

Cjip Fair

powerful and moving story. I recommend

^ Poor

Rice & Beans to all readers ofgood fiction.

9^

RICE & BEANS

SUE SLATE:PRIVATE EYE

by Valerie Taylor
Naiad Press, Inc.,$8.95
This is an exquisite book that gives real
insight into to the plightofthe homeless and

by Lee Lynch
Naiad Press, Inc., $8.95
OK,I will grant you that it's a siUy idea..

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. A feline (as in kitty-cat) detective named

ROSE PENSKI

Sue Slate sets out to solve the murder of"a

by Roz Perry

pteople"in the cat infested neighborhood of
Peacock Alley. Along the way she falls in
love, introduces us to the sinister side of

catdom and gets in many a scrape. Every
cliche you've ever heard about cats and
private-eyes and alot of the ones you've
heard about gay men are included here.
Although it leans tow^ds the trite,this book
.is.eiitertaining. Read it for fun or not at all.

AFTER THE FIRE

by Jane Rule
Naiad Press, Inc., $8.95
IDon't look here for a pat plot with a

Naiad Press Inc., $8.95
You'll Uke this quirky novel as much as
you'll like the main character. Rose Penski.
Rose and her lover, Adelle, are in the San
Francisco

area

while

Adelle

has a

suspicious lump in her breast investigated.
As their fear grows. Rose turns to thing she
knows best — cooking. The relationship
between these two women is filled with the

odd things that grow between two pieople
who have been together for many years.
The short-hand way of communicating, the
understanding of each other's habits, and
Rose's odd trains of thought all combine to
make this quite an endearing story.

cpyjrp

beginning, middle and a "this-settleseverything" ending. Ms. Rule has given us,
instead, a few moments in another persons

All of the above books are available

life.

from your local bookstore or for S8.95

Karen Tasuki has moved to an island off the
coast of Vancouver to learn how to "live

from Naiad Press, Inc., P.O. Box
10543, Tallahassee, FL 32302,(904)

alone". Instead, she finds herself more and

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and handling. Complete catalogs are

the island,and their enigmatic housekeeper.
Red. These women manage, through their

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own ineptitude, to teach Karen the true
meaning of "family."

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TTie holidays are a time of family,together
ness, giving and love, right? Well, yes, but
they are also times of stress, budget-busting
and even depression. We all have different
ways of coping with the holidays but some

people tend to go to the extremes. How do
you react to the holidays? Answer the 10
questions below and find out!

1. You normally begin shopping for
Christmas gifts:
a. at the January sales.
b. the day after Thanksgiving.
c. Christmas eve.

2. When you buy Christmas gifts, you:
a. spend alot on everyone on your iisL
b. try to find a sjjecial gift that isn't too
expensive for everyone.

c. you putit off and end up buying whatever
you can find at the last minute.
3.You send Christmas cards to:

a.everyone you've ever met,from elemen
tary school on.
b. to close friends and family.

c. to whoever sent you cards last year.

4. For Christmas dinner, you:

a. like a big crowd and turkey with all the
trimmings.

b. prefer something special but simple for
yourself and a few close friends or family.

c. want to go out to a restaurant You don t
want to cook on a holiday.

Are You A

5.When it comesto Holiday parties,you:

a. go to every one you're invited to

you

can rest after the first of the year.

b. only go to business parties and those of

Christmas
Junkie?

close friends.

c.avoid them —you hate to go and act nice
to people you only see once a year.
6. Your season's decorations are:

a. three tons of lights, a nativity scene with
singing wise-men and a mechanical Santa
in the front yard.

Dec. & Jan. 1989/90 • Dimensions • Page 29

b. a nicely decorated Christmas tree and
maybe a few strings of outdoor lights.
c. a couple of Christmas cards taped to the
fridge.

remember that you don't have to spend

$100 on everybody on your list and take
some time for yourself. You'll be much
better prepared, both physically and men
tally, for the new year.

7.If your parents decided to go away for
the holidays, you:
a. would be horrified. How could they do
this to your traditions?
h. would be glad. They deserve a break,

c. would be happy.Itsaves you from having
to make the trek home.

ANSWER THE LAST

THREE QUESTIONS WITH:
A for Always, B for Sometimes,

20-30
You strike a good balance between tradi

tion, family and friends during this season.
You know better than to try to outdo every
one in the decoration and gift departments,
but you're jjerfectly willing to "whoop it
up" a little and indulge yourself a bit. You
understand that it is alright to be sentimental
about Christmas,but you don't let it control
you.

and C for Never.

8. The gifts I give are better than those I
receive.

9.1 usually run my credit card bills sky high
this time of year.
10. It wouldn't seem like Christmas if I
wasn't tired from all the frenzy.

SCORING

10-19
O.K. Scrooge,so Christmas is just another
day of the year to you, and you don't see
why you should knock yourself out to con
form to everyone else's idea of a perfect

holiday. You might just be surprised by
how much fun you can have if you'll only
loosen up a bit. Send out a few Christmas
cards, accept an invitation or two, and try

Give yourself points as follows:
4 points for each"A" answer.
2 points for each "B" answer.
1 point for each "C" answer.

if you scored:
31-40
You really go overboard this time of year
and you end up paying for it after January 1.

putting some real thought into the gifts you
buy. Depression is a big problem this time
of year — pteople set their expectations so
high that they are bound to feel let down.
Maybe this was a problem for you in the
past, and now you've resorted to no exptectations at all to avoid the disappointment.
You could have a great time this year — if
you'll let yourself.

Frazzled nerves, big credit-card bills, and a
wrecked diet are just
some of the fallout

from your holiday
overindulgence.

A

little restraint could go
a long way towards
helping you settle

down and truly enjoy
the holidays. Turn
down an invitation or

two, tone down your

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WINTER TRAVEL - cont.from page 21

Rates range from $55-$80 per night,
double occupancy (subtract $5 for
single occupancy).
BRECKENRIDGE
MOUNTAIN HOUSE
Breckenridge, CO
(303)453-6475
Located one mile from the town of

Breckenridge, the Breckenridge
Mountain House offers something a
little different You can rent this 2 1/2

bedroom(+ loft) home for a minimum
offour women(although you can bring
up to ten). The more the merrier—and

at $275 per night during the winter
months — the more people you bring,

Rates were not available, but you can
call the number above for more info!

ASPEN SKI WEEK
January 21-27,1990
You'll have to find your own accom
modationsfor this one,butonce you've
arrived, give the Aspen Gay/Lesbian
Group a call at (303) 468-1956 for

information on parties, ski groups,etc.
In the past this has been a predomi
nantly gay male event but more and

more women are participating every
year!

If you don't see anything here that in
terests you, be sure to check out the

guide books available for lesbians and
gays. These guides are invaluable for
the traveler. The addresses for three of
the"Biggies"are listed below - write to

the cheaper the price per person (only
$27.50 per night with ten people). All

them for copies of their guides or find

linens, cooking utensils, etc. are pro

them at your local bookstore

vided — all you have to bring is your

GAIA'S GUIDE

self, your food and a good cook.8um-

412 Archway Road

mer rates are $120 per night and up

London, N. 16, England

dejjending on the number of people in

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This refurbished, 100 year-old Victo
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you! Located in the heart of Denver,
you'll have access to local bars & res
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ver mint and many other attractions.
Also,I'm told that many local women
come here for Holy Unions,anniversa
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get a chance to make some new friends!

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OBtry:
MIRROR IMAGES

Like a warm feeling of security.
Your smile overpowers me.
My eyes ore the key to my soul.

Cost a glance at them; And you shall see
A reflection of yourself...
the way I see you.
The way you con never see yourself.

Your dreams are the biggest part of you.
The port I admire most.

The port that you should keep.
Yet, and yet.. .
There is an even better part of you.
This is your heart.

It is so fragile, so daring,so eager to ...
To give all that it has.
And ask nothing in return.
Let me be your mirror.
Look into my eyes;
For if you do, you will see my soul.
You will see yourself...
The way only I see you.
-R. Garza

Houston, TX

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oroscope
What's in the Stars for You this month?

SCORPIO
(Oct 24th -Nov 22nd)

December 15th - 31st
You'11 have to keep out ofthe limelightright
before Christmas so that you can finish a
project at work before the holidays. Once
you're finished, watch out! Going out and
having friends over dominate the rest of the
month.

January
Your personal life is looking up for 1990 but
you'11 have to take a serious look at ho w you
handle your personal finances. Now is a
good time to sit down and figure out a
budget for the coming year. A hot new

romance may come on the scene this month,
it may not last, but it will be fun while it
does! A raise or promotion early in the
month could help you with some of your
holiday debt. Your social life is exciting and
this could be tied in with your new flame!

SAGIHARIUS
(Nov 23 - Dec 21)

December 15th - 31st
A holiday bonus or raise could lift your
spirits right now, but don't be tempted to
spend it all! You may be asked to host a
party or assume leadership for an
organization that you belong to. Your love
life gets a boost around the 20th.

January
The trick this year is to get off to a good start
and it looks like you'll have all the right
opportunities as January rolls around.
Home, business and especially love are all
looking up this month. Now is a good time

romantic adventure that's headed your way.

CAPRICORN
(Dec 22nd - Jan 19th)

December 15th - 31st
You feel short-tempered this holiday
season.Try to control yourself or you could
make everyone's Christmas miserable.
Social activities could bring back your good
will, so take advantage of all those
invitations. After Christmas, you feel more
relaxed and you are ready for a festive New
Year's celebration!

January
You may feel like everyone is picking on
you, particularly at work, as the new year
gets under way.The feeling will pass by the
10th. Try to keep your temper under
control, it's better to lose a few battles than

to lose friends. After the 15th, things
smooth out and you're able to get
everything back on track at work and at

home. Something that has been causing
stress will ease up and let you enjoy the
company of friends and co-workers again.
Your love life will see some improvement
during this pteriod.

AQUARIUS
(Jan 20th - Feb 18th)

December 15th - 31 st
Focus on your work in the weeks before the
holidays and your lifestyle could change for
the better after the first of the year. There
will be plenty of time for social activities

after hours and you will be in the sptotlight.
Pay holiday bills before the 1 st and you can

to sit down and set some goals for your
career and personal life.If you are currently

have a relaxing New Year's.

involved in a relationship, things will
certainly be on the right track this month, if

If you made any resolutions, you'll have to
work hard to keep them this year. Some

Jahuary

you are single, look out for an exciting

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what you need to lift your spirits after the
stress of the holidays. And, a new romantic
interest could be pressuring you for a

compromise or you may find yourself in
court. Keep a low profile imtil the 20th and
that should help immensely in relieving
tensions. Someone you've heljjed in the
past will come back to help you in an
unexpected way late in the month. Accept
their help graciously and you'll have an ally

commitment. Don't be afraid to say "yes",
it could be the best decision you've made in

for life. Romance is the high point of
January.

goals you set for yourself in past years may
have been set too high and you'll have to
adjust them to more realistic terms now. A

raise or promotion at work could be just

years.

TAURUS
PISCES
(Feb 19th-Mar 20th)
December 15th - 31st
Your career is spot-lighted right now and a

(April 20th - May 20th)
December 15th - 31st
All that hard work you've been doing lets up

raise or bonus could bring the money you

right now so you can enjoy a holiday rest. A
long trip at Christmas may be just what the

need to make this a special Christmas. You

doctor ordered to help you relieve some

may be in a mood to reminisce during the

stress. Keep a cool head though when it

holiday season and having old friends and
family around you is just what the doctor

comes to romance, you could be in over

ordered to relieve some of the stress you've

January

your head.

been feeling.

January
1990 may start out a bit confusing for
Pisces.Conflicting orders from the boss and
friends who say one thing and do another

may be making you crazy. Everything
straightens out by the 10th and you'll feel
much better about yourself and those

around you. A platonic friendship may be
heating up this month and the romance you
find could be just what you've dreamed of.
Be very careful when driving this month,
your potential for accidents is very high.

ARIES
(Mar 21st - April 19)
December 15th - 31st
A relationship that has been on the rocks
could take an unexpected turn for the better

and lift your spirits for the coming holidays.
Finances are also on an upswing and you
can afford something special for a loved

one. Everything is going your way and you
couldn't be happier!

January
An argument with a friend or family
member could quickly escalate into a major
war. Try your best to work out a

You'll need to set some goals about what
you want to do with your career during the
fnst partofJanuary.The perfectjob may not
be offered but you could fmd yourself in a
position to influence the people who could
help you the most.Tax time is a few months
away but some organization right now
could save you some heartache later on.
Romance is put on the back burner this
month as more pressing matters take your
attention.

GEMINI
(May 21st - June 21st)
December 15th - 31 st
All work and no play makes Gemini a very
unhappy girl right now.Everyone is getting
into the holiday spirit and you have tied
yourself down with work. Try to sneak in
some social activities after hours, you may

end up tired, but this time of year is short
lived and you don't want to miss out!
January
A temper tantrum early in January could
cause you problems throughout the month.
Yelling won'tsolve the problem,it's best to
keep your mouth shut and stay out of the
limelight, things will solve themselves in

Dec. & Jan. 1989/90 • Dimensions • Page 35

time. Your career is looking up after the
10th,a raise or promotion may not be in the
cards for several months, but the attention
you get from higher-ups is definitely
working for your benefit.Take time out for
a short, romantic trip towards month end.

VIRGO
(August 23rd - Sept 22nd)
December 15th - 31st

CANCER

You may have a tendency to go overboard
on holiday spending if you don't keep a
close eye on your pocketbook. Small
inexpensive gifts will bejustas tqjpreciated.

(June 22th - July 22th)
December 15th - 31st

Work gets easier in time to allow you to
enjoy the holiday social scene and you've
never been happier to get out of the house.

Travel is on the agenda during the holiday
season, it may be a working vacation, but

January

Any partnerships that you involve yourself

Most Virgo-ans will find the first part of
January a good time to relax and make plans
for the coming year. Some,however will be
so busy they won't have time to sit down,
much less relax. You may find that you'll
have more details than you thought to work
out before you can get things back on track.

in this month will be around for a long time.

If your love life has been good for awhile,it

Romantic commitmaits could last for

can only getbetter,if it hasn'tbeen up to par,
now is the time to get things moving again.

that doesn't mean it won't be fun! A new

romance could brighten you social life also,
new friends come into the picture that can
make your holidays even more fun.

January

years, as could could business partnerships
set up this month. You will want to work
these commitments out in writing or sit
down and talk about it in detail or you will
feel insecure until you do.Co-workersseem
easier to get along with right now.

LIBRA
(Sept 23rd - Oct 23rd)
December 15th-31st
Money is the main focus in the weeks before

LEO

(July 23rcl - August 22nd)
December 15th - 31st
Social obligations could be getting you
down right now. You wantsome peace and
quiet to work out some jjersonal or family
problem that has been bothering you.Tum
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problem. Once it is solved, you'll be ready
to get back in the holiday party scene and
enjoy it more!

January

Christmas. With a little work and thought,
you could hit the jackpot! After the 22nd,
your focus switches to family and loved
ones. A love relationship that has fallen on
hard times recently could take on a new
glow. Enjoy.

January
Taking criticism personally at work or at
home could lead to some anger on your part
during the first part of January. Try to
control your temper and take this criticism
as it was meant — friendly. You may be

vacation right now. You could wind up in

looking for a romantic commitment right
now, but don't count on getting what you
want It could tum out for the best though,
since it's likely that you will be attracted to

financial trouble for the rest of the year.

someone special towards the end of the

Take the time to express your feelings to

month.

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a wild spending spree or extravagant

your loved ones, it will keep them happy
and make you feel more secure.Say no to all
business deals after the 20th,someone may
be taking you for aride you don't want to go
on.

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Irectory
A Listing of Service Organizations, Businesses & Clubs
ARLINGTON,TX (area code 817)

organizations
Gay/Lesbian Association of UTA
P.O. Box 19348-77, UTA St. 76019
794-5140

AUSTIN,TX (area code 512)
clutss

Dallas Gay Alliance
4012-B Cedor Springs 75219 <528-4233
Dallas GayAesblan Historic Arctiives
4012-B Cedor Springs < 821-1653
Dallas Gay Youtti Group
300 Turtle Creek Plozo #116 < 307-7203
Dallas Outdoors
P.O. Box 35474 75235 < 276-5270
Dallas Tavern Guild
3900 Lemmon Ave. #220 < 526-5292

Nexus/Petticoat Junction

Foundation for Human Understanding

401 & 401-B E. 2ncl.495-9553

528-4233

organizations

GayAesblan Young Adults

Affirmation (Mettiodist)
7403 Stioai Creek • 451-2329

528^233

Austin Lamtxta

2727 Ook Lown 75219 < 528-2811

Grace Fellowstiip in Ctirist Jesus

P.O. Box 5455 78763
Gay/Lesbian Student
Association at UT Austin <458-3971
Box 275 Texas Union 78712-7338

Lesbian/Gay Rigtits Lobby
P.O. Box 2505 78768

Metropolitan Community Ctiurctr
1100 Sprlngdcle Rd. < 929-3660
Oasis Ministry

Lesbian Information Line (LiL)
P.O. Box 191443 75219 < 528-2426

Lesbia/Gay Political Coalition
P.O. Box 224424 75222 < 828-9882
Lesbian Visionaries
P.O. Box 191443 75219 < 521-9642

Metroplex Republicans
P.O. Box 191033 75219 < 941-8114

Oak Lawn Community Services

Waterloo Counseling Center

3000 Turtle Creek Rozo,Suite 116
75219-5311 < 520-8108

507 Powell 78703 < 322-9654

Oak Lawn Symptionic Band

5555 N. Lomor Blvd. #L101 < 441-9191

Texas Human Rigtits Foundation

P.O. Box 190973 75219 < 986-1751

2201 N. Lomor # 203 78705 < 479-8473

WANT -(Women In Tfie Arts)

AIDS Legol Asslstonce 1-800-828-6417

288-9299 or 823-3105

Womyn Togettier

3920 Cedar Springs < 528-4233

DALLAS, TX (area code 214)
businesses
Business Delivery Systems
14902 Preston Rd. 75240 < 733-1108
Crossroads Market
3930 Cedor Springs
521-8919 or 1-800-992-6404

Curious Times - Women's Books etc.
4008-D Cedar Springs 75219 < 528-4087

DENTON,TX (area code 817)

organizations
COURAGE, Lesbian Gay Student Org.
c/o Student Activities Center
P.O. Box 5067 76203 < 382-3813

FT. WORTH (area c<xle 817)

clubs
Sue Ellen's
3903 Cedor Springs < 559-0707
Desert Moon < 5903 Willis • 828-4471

organizations

organizations

Affirmation (Mettiodlst) < 478-7837

clubs
Partners <1612 Park Place < 924-2519

Affirmation (Mettiodisf)
P.O. Box 225831 75222 < 948-1546
AIDS Resource Center
4012-B Cedor Springs 75219

HOUSTON, TX (area code 713)
clubs

Ctiurcti of ttie New Covenant-Sun @ 11

Ttie Ranch

1000 S. Sherman #B < 828-0771

9125 S. Main < 666-3464

Dec. & Jon. 1989/90 • Dinnensions • Poge 37

organizations

National Gay/Lesbian Crisisiine

AIDS Foundation
3400 Montros© #700 •524-AIDS
AIDS HOTLINE

National GayAesbian Task Force

1-800-SOS-GAYS
1517 U Street NW

Gay/Lesblon Students
University of Houston

Washington D.C. 20009 • 202-332-6483
The Fund for Hunrxin Dignity
666 Broadway 4th Floor

4800 Calhoun •529-3211

NY. NY 10012

c/o Switchboard • 529-3211

Gay & Lesbian Swltchtxiard
P.O. Box 66591 77266 •529-3211

Houston Gay Political Caucus
P.O. Box 66664 77266 •521-1000
Kingdom Community Churcti
614 E. 19th.862-7533
Lambda ALANON
Lambda Ceriter for Aichohoiics
1214 Joanne • 521-9772

Lesbian/Gay Students
University of Houston - Clear Lake
2700 Bay Area 77058
Montrose Pool League/Billiards
PJ 863-8482
PWA Coalition - Houston
3327 Essex Lane *623-4436

NORMAN,OK (area code 405)

organizations
Women's Resource Center
P.O. Box 5089 73070

OKLAHOMA CITY, OK
(area code 405)

organizations
Oasis the Community Center
2135 NW 39th 73112 • 525-AIDS

Herland Sister Resources, Inc.
2312 NW 39th 73112 • 794-7464

Womynspace

SAN ANTONIO,TX (area code 512)

P.O. Box 980601 77098-0601
880-9517 or 521-0780

clubs

Women's Softtxsii League

8021 Pinebrook • 341-2618

6431 Pineshade • 868-6256

The Circle

organizations

LUBBOCK.TX (area code 806)

Dignity/San Antonio
202 N. St. Mary's• 349-3632

organizations

Integrity/San Antonio

Lubbock Lesbian/Gay Alliance

P.O. Box 150006 78212.684-4920

P.O. Box 64746 79464• 796-2403

Names Project/Lubbock

River City Living Metropolitan
Community Church

796-1800 or 744-1957

202 Holland 78212 • 822-1121

LISA (Lesbian Information SA)
828-LlSA (5472)

SALGA - San Antonio Lesbian & Gay
NATIONAL ORGANIZATIONS

Assembly • 733-7300

Affirmation: United Methodists for

San Antonio AIDS Foundation
P.O. Box 120113 78212-9313
Son Antonio Tavern Guild • 822-2823

Lesbian/Gay Concerns
P.O. Box 1021 • Evanston, iL 60204
AIDS Action Council

729 Eighth St. S.E. Suite 200
Washington. DC 20003 .(202) 547-3101
AIDS 800 • 1-800-221-7044
Conference For Catholic Lesbians

P.O. Box 436, Planetarium Station
New York, New York 10024

SOUTH PADRE ISLAND, TX
(area code 512)
accomodations
Lyie'sDeck • 120E. AtolSt.
P.O. Box 2326 78597 • 761-LYLE

Nil Gay Alliance for Young Adults,
Inc.P.O. Box 190426

y//.

Dallas, TX 75219-0426 •(214)307-7203

National Gay/Lesbian Clearinghouse
666 Broadway 4th Floor
NY, NY 10012

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ews

From Around the Region,the Country & the World
Dallas Activist

Bill Nelson Elected as
New THRF President

Alan Levi,a certified public accountant
in Dallas, was elected as the new treas

urer of the organization.
Nell Hahn and Steve Davis,both attor

AUSTIN - At its October quarterly

neys firom Austin, were elected as new

board meeting held last week in Hous

trustees to the board.

ton, the board of trustees of the Texas

THRF's legal director, David Bryan,

Human Rights Foundation (THRF)

characterized the new slate of officers

elected a new slate of officers and
added two additional trustees.

for THRF as a balanced blend of old

Elected as THRF's new president was
Bill Nelson of Dallas,former president

and new talent and experience for the
organization. "I believe Bill Nelson's

history of activism will set a new tone

of the Dallas Gay Alliance and long

for THRFas it carries out the important

time THRF board member. Owner of

work in which it is involved, while at

Crossroads Market in Dallas, Mr. Nel
son was instrumental in founding the

the same time THRF will benefit from

AIDS Resource Center in Dallas and

his experience of having been a trustee
for many years,"Bryan said."I am also

was a former candidate for city council

excited by the addition of new trustees

in Dallas. Mr. Nelson succeeds Frank

from Austin, where THRF has been

Stenger of Austin,an assistant attorney

under-represented in the past."
At the meeting last week,Sue Lovell of

general for the State of Texas, who has
served as THRF's president since Oc
tober of 1988. Stenger remains on

former president ofthe Houston Gay &

THRF's board as chair of its litigation

Lesbian Polidcal Caucus, was named

Houston,a THRF board member and a

committee.

as the chair of THRF's nominating

Elected as THRF's vice-president was

committee charged with identifying

Donald Skipwith, a Houston attorney

new trustees to be considered for the
board of trustees at the January meet

who also serves as vice-chair of the
board ofdirectors ofthe AIDS Founda
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ing.Persons interested in learning more
about service on THRF's board or

dent; after six years of dedicated serv

about the work ofthe organization may
contact David Bryan or Sue Lovell at

ice as a trustee, Harrington submitted

(512)479-8473.

his resignation, which was accepted by

THRF's board presently consists of 13

the board.

trustees living in Austin, San Antonio,

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Houston and Dallas. The board meets

First Legal Day in Texas; First Gay

quarterly in various cities around the
state, and its meetings in 1990 are ten

Pride March; Referral Services; A
women's softball team; speaker's bu
reau; and various concerts, dances and

tatively set for Austin,El Paso,Corpus
Christi and Lubbock., as part of the
statewide organizations effort to in

volve gay men, lesbians and persons
with AIDS from outside the larger
metropolitan areas of the state.
THKF is the sponsor of the litigation
pending in an Austin court known as

other functions. Austin Lambda also

spun off several groups including: The
Alliance; Gay Fathers; Lesbian Moth
ers; and ALSO(Austin Lesbians Speak
Out).
Austin Lambda as a legal corporation

will continue to exist in name only. If

21.06 of the Texas Penal Code, which

you have any suggestions for future
uses of this organization as a commu
nity enterprise, please write them at:

criminalizes private,consensualsexual

P.O. Box 5455, Austin, TX 78763.

Morales vs. The State of Texas, chal

lenging the constitutionality of Section

relations between two men or two

women. Linda Morales of Houston is

THRF's lead plaintiff in the case,
which also includes four more plain
tiffs from Austin and Dallas. The State

is attempting to have the case dismissed
and a hearing will be scheduled late this
year in the matter.

Austin Lambda to

Cease Operations
AUSTIN - September 1989 marked
Austin Lamda's tenth anniversary.One
month later the organization has ceased
to exist except in name only.
Claiming a lack ofcommunity support,
Austin Lambda will close it's office

and cease publication of it's newsletter

effective immediately.
Austin Lambda has been instrumental

in making major contributions to the

gay community both in Austin and
throughout the state of Texas. A partial
list of their accomplishments includes:

Newly Formed Lesbian
Arts Group Needs
Members
DALLAS - Women in the Arts Net-

WOTking Together (WANT), a newly
formed organization in the Dallas met
ropolitan area is seeking members.
Writers, artists, musicians, thespians
and all others, whether amateur or pro
fessional, are welcome.
Meetings are held the second and fourth

Thursdaysofeach month at the Womyn
for Womyn Resource Center at 1315
Skiles, Dallas at 7:30pm.

Goals of WANT include: creating a

refenal network for women in the arts;
Increasing the audience for women in
the performing arts; and to provide an
alternative environment that fosters
creativity.
Plans are being made now for a 1990
Women's Festival and a benefitshow is

planned fqr TJ's in Denton on Decem
ber 16th to help make the festival a

Page 8 • Dimensions • Dec. & Jon. 1989/90

reality.
If you would like to become a member
or are interested in learning more about
WANT,the next meeting will be held
■ on December 14th or you can call(214)
288-9299 or 823-3105.

but a company spokesposon says the
book will not go to press until a goo
cross-section of the community's
multi-racial and multi-cultural wed

ding ceremonies has been assembled.
The company invites couples to submit

photograjrfis of their ceremonies, in
either black and white or color, along

with a 500 to 1000 word description of

Lesbian Press to

their love story and decision to commit
their vows. Subject to negotiation,

Publish Wedding Book

contributors will receive a fee or per

TURLOCK,CA - According to BLK

centage of book sales. Guidelines and

Magazine, WIM Publications, a les

further information is available from

bian-feminist publishing company is
seeking contributions for its Lesbian
and gay Wedding Book,a non-fiction
pictorial that will document same-sex

Dr. Dianne Bogus,WIM Publications,
3601 CrowellRd.#100,Turlock,CaUf.

95380.Their telephone number is 209667-0966.
^

unions. The work is scheduled to be

published in the early spring of 1990,

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hats I t'Oin
A Monthy Listing of Special Events All Around Texas, Oklatioma & New Mexico

AUSTIN - If you're looking for enter
tainment, have I got news for you!
NEXUS & PErnCOAT JUNCTION,

ofthe week.Betsy also tells me thatshe
has security in the parking lot every
night to look out for you and your car!

along with sponsor Miller Lite is host
ing the PHP Performer of the Year
1989 Show! It's gonna be a really,
really big "shoe" in both bars on De

DALLAS - Where,oh Where can you
find all your favorite live entertain

cember IVthI Be There! And, there is
lots more live entertainment where that

Check their ad in this issue for names,
dates and details—you won'tbe disap

came from — On the 8th it's comedian

pointed! If you are looking for a place to
wind down after a hard day in the malls,
give SUE ELLEN'S a try, they've got
3-In-One's and Happy Hour drinks
everyday until 8pm and all day and all
night on Wednesdays.

Nancy Ford,On the 15th catch Denise
Fawcett,On the 21st get in the spirit at
the Christmas Show, and last but not

least — come on out for Talent Night
December 14th & 28lh. Finally, top off

ers...? SUE ELLEN'S — of course!

your decade with New Year's Eve

1990 with free champagne and party
favors and get the nineties off to a good
start New Year's Day with bowl
games, black-eyed peas, and lot's of
fun!

SAN ANTONIO - A Buffet, Free

Champagne at Midnight,Party Favors
and a Balloon Drop. The day - New
Year's Eve...the place - The
CIRCLE...the cost - $10 in advance,

$12 at the the door ... it's the hottest

HOUSTON - If you want in on the fun

party in town, don't miss it! Also, be

you'd better get your reservations in for

sure to join in the holiday fun all
through December! On the 10th it's a
Christmas Singles Pool Tournament

New Year's Eve at the RANCH!There

is limited space available so you need to
make those reservations now — don't

waitoryoumightmissout! And,ifNew
Year's Eve isn't enough excitement for
you, remember that the RANCH has

Beer Bust all day long on Sundays,
Rock and Roll and Dance Music

every Wednesday Night, and a DJ
playing your favorite music every night

that'll pay you $100 cash money for
first place, on the 17th Join in the
Christmas Showat8pm for an evening
ofComedy,Fun & Carolling and on the
15th it's the 2nd Annual Christmas &

Tree Decorating Party!If you want to
give yourself a present, be sure to get
tickets and see Lucie Blue Tremblay

Dec. & Jan. 1989/90 • Dimensions • Page 11

on the 14th at 8pm, tickets are

in

advance and $10 at the door.
DENTON - Women In The Arts Net

working Together(WANT)is sponsor
ing a Show to Benefit the 1990 Texas
Women's Festival! The show will e

held atTJ'satl215E.University Dr.in
Denton on December 16th at 10pm.All
proceeds will go towards the festival so get out and show your support!

DALLAS - Radical feministspeaker &
author,Sonia Johnson will be appear
ing at the Arlington Hall at Lee Park at
3401Turtle Creek on December 10th &
11th. On the 10th Sonia will host a

workshop entitled "Breaking Up
With Patriarchy Instead of Each
Other" and a dinner will be held after
the workshop. On the 11th Sonia will

give a lecture entitled "Wildfire: Ig
niting the She/Volution". Tickets are
available at Curious Times, Cross

DALLAS/HOUSTON - Comedian

roads Market and at the door. Call

Kate Clinton, will appear at the Ar

(214)823-4279 for more information.
The event is sponsored by WILDWISE, a new non-profit organization

cadia Theatre in Dallas on Friday,
Dec. 8. Tickets are available at Curi

ous Times, Crossroads Market or by
calling Rainbow Ticketmaster at .

for lesbians in Dallas.

Kate then travels to Houston for a two-

DALLAS - Check out the DESERT

show concert at Fitzgerald's on SaL,
Dec. 9. Appearing with Kate will be:
guitarist Edna Garcia, The Wynne

MOON'S Great Drink Specials! There's
250 Draft, $1.25 Longnecks, and $2
Well Drinks on Tuesdays & Thurs
days, SI.50 Well & $2.50 Hot Toddy
Specials on Wednesdays and Happy
Hour with $1 Well from 4-8pm on

Walker Band, actress/playwright
Marianne Pendino,and Dimensions'

own Nancy Ford. For ticket info call
Inklings Alternative Bookshop or
Fitzgerald's. And, don't miss Nancy

Fridays! What A Deal!

<S

Ford's interview with Kate Clinton in
this issue!

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Dec. 14th - CONNIE MCCLAIN & BRAND!

Dec. 21st - NANCY FORD Return Engagement
Dec. 28th - BRAMDI

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ear/T(
gnes
Answers to your questions about love,
relationships & personoi probiems
Dear Readers
In late November, we received the fol

lowing letter in the Dimensions office.
Although it was marked "Letter to the
Editor", we thought it would be more
appropriate and more widely read in
this column.

and 10 percent of male couples had
"ritualized their relationship with a
ceremony." More than one-third had
executed legal agreements to protect
their relationship. (Results based on
812 respondents.)
Unfortunately, these couples cannot
choose to legally marry and depend on

Dear gay and lesbian

existing laws to support their family

community and supporters:

life. The legal contracts we make can

Syndicated advice columnist Ann Lan

replicate only some of the protections

ders has asked what her readers think

that are automatic with marriage. Just
one example: A widowed lesbian part

about "legal sanctions for same-sex
couples." To communicate your sup
port for the rights of gay and lesbian
couples, write to Ann Landers,c/o The
Chicago Tribune, 435 N. Michigan

ner cannot claim her departed spouse's
Social Security benefits.

And this inequity is far-reaching. At
least 10 million Americans are in same-

Avenue,Chicago,IL 60611.

sex relationships,judging from a recent
San FranciscoExaminer poll thatfound

Here's what we told Ms. Landers:

60 percent of gay men and lesbians in

We think lesbians and gay men should

relationships.
Our society should support these gay

be able to legally marry. In our view,
it's a matter of civil rights. Not to
mention simple fairness and good
sense.

and lesbian families for the same rea

sons we support traditional families.
Functional families make better neigh
bors and more productive citizens.

Too often, gay and lesbian relation
ships have been attacked as antithetical
to "Family values." Nothing could be

Sincerely
Stevie Bryant and Demian,Ed.D.

further from the truth. Gay and lesbian

Publishers/Editors

couples — and their children — are

PARTNERS: The Newsletter

genuine families. They share with all

for Gay & Lesbian Couples

families the traditional value of love,

Box 9685, Seattle, WA 98109

caring and mutual support

The truth is,gay and lesbian couples are
already marrying one another in both
religious and secular ceremonies. Ac

cording to preliminary results of our
national survey of gay and lesbian
couples, 16 percent of female couples

This is Agnes Talking: After we re

ceived this letter Ann Landers printed
some of the responses to her question
on November 26th. She indicated that

opinion was running 2 to 1 against
legalizing gay & lesbian marriages.

Page 14 • Dimensions • Dec. & Jon. 1989/90

Now get out those pencils and lets
change the numbers!

Dear Waiting,

Dear Agnes,

head, even if you have an open door
policy, will be "cutting your own

I have worked for the same company in
the same location for fifteen years. I
loved my job up until the last year and
a half. A new boss was shipped in and
everything has been all downhill ever
since.

First off this guy knew nothing about
the whole operation here. He thinks he

is too good to get his hands dirty. No
matter what happens he never pitches

Don't go to his boss. Going over his

throat."

You could try talking directly to him,
mention that you need help with a proj
ect and every one else is tied up. Could
he help? See what kind of reaction you
geultcouldbehe doesn't know whatto
do. And if he has never been employed
in this line of work, he may think he is
doing what he needs to do.By all means
be tactful anddon'tattackhisbehavior.

in. Basically, he has a "holier than

<S

thou" attitude.

Now,I am notjust saying this because
I think someoneelse should have gotten
the job, but there were people here that
could have handled the job a lot more
efficiently than he is.

He is a college boy with clean finger
nails. He has management snowed and
he treats everybody around here like
dirt.

What should I do? Should I talk,to his

Write To Dear Agnes
With Your Problems or
Comments at:
Dimensions

P.O Box 856

Lubbock,TX 79408

boss?

Waiting for your advice!

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Lesbian
Botterin
The Reality of Violence
in Our Community
by Karen Stewart

Thefollowing article isacondensed version
oftwo ofafive part series collected by Ms.
Stewart. Due to space limitaiions we are
unable to publish allfive articles in their
entirety. If you would like a copy of the
articles, please contact Ms. Stewart at
(512)339-8508.

There are many in the lesbian
community that believe lesbian
battering could notexist—that women
are not capable of physically and
emotionally abusing other women.
But, it does exist and it is much more

widespread than most of us are aware.

In Austin in 1985, the Austin Coalition
Against

Abuse

in

Lesbian

Relationships(ACAALR)conducted a
survey of81 lesbians. They found that
65% of those surveyed said they had
experienced abuse in one or more adult
relationships. Of this 65%, 70%

reported physical abuse, 85%
emotional abuse and 32% reported

sexual abuse. 13% reported that they
were the abusive one in

the

relationship. In line with national
statistics on women in the general

population, one third said that they
were sexually abused as children and
over 50% report emotional abuse as
children.

Battered lesbians deny their abuse or
refuse to seek help out of fear that they
will not be believed or because they see

no way out of the relationship. They
may also be afraid to approach
mainstream battered women's shelters

for fear of a homophobic response and
because there is little or no community
support or services in this area. Many
lesbians do not believe that there is any
abuse occurring within their

Page 16 • Dimensions • Dec. & Jan. 1989/90

community.

adhere to an exact time schedule, wear

In addition, many battered women live
in a constant state of denial. They
believe that what they are experiencing
is not really abusive, that they are

a certain hairstyle, etc...
•Demonstration ofPower—Assigns
chores, laws, curfew. Makes

responsible for the abuse because of
some flaw within themselves,or that if
they will just "work harder" or "be

discrediting remarks, physical and
sexual abuse.

• Dependency — No access to bank

better" the abuse will stop^
Abuse can be brought about by many

account; won't let you have job or
makes you work to support partner.
• Occasional Indulgences — sudden

causes. Most common is alcohol or

changes of heart, brings you

drug abuse, although childhood
experiences and many other

extravagant gifts or does something for

experiences do contribute to abuse.
Recognizing that you are battered or are

• Crazymaking — convinces you that

an abuser is the first step to healing.
Below, I've gone into some detail on
recognizing the signs of the different

rules; she's not violent, you're

you that you didn't expect.

what you said, you didn't; changes
paranoid; uses things you've told her

abuse are attempts to exert power or

about yourself against you; buys you
gifts and then blames you for money
problems; tells you things are

control over another person.

happening when they aren't and vice

kinds of abuse. All of these forms of

At the end of this article, you will find
a resource list on where to find help for
yourself, your lover or a friend.

versa.

Physical Abuse
Physical abuse almostalway goes hand

TYPES OF ABUSE
Emotional Abuse
Below are listed some of the signs of
emotional abuse

with a short

in hand with emotional abuse,
however; all emotional abusers are not

physically abusive.
Physicalabuse can rangefrom pushing,

explanation.

shoving and outright fist fights to

• Isolation — Alienation from family
and friends; refuses to provide money
or transportation; may move you away
to another city, state or even country;

burning the skin, putting guns and
knives in the vagina, and stabbing or
shooting.

the abuser may also refuse to have a
telephone; irrational jealousy.

Sexual Abuse

• Threats — threatens to kill or hurt

Although much of the description of
physical abuse can also be applied to

you; have you committed; find you no

sexual abuse,sexual abuse can take on

matter where you go; or to commit

Insulting jokes, name calling,ordering

many different forms. Forcing you to
have sex, forcing you to participate in
group sex or have sex with another
partner,or doing anything sexual that is

around.

against your will is abusive.

• Trivial Demands — makes you

Don't confuse S/M sex with abuse.

suicide if you leave.
• Humiliation/Degradation —

Dec. & Jan. 1989/90 • Dimensions • Page 17

While S/M,like any form ofsex,can be
abusive,this isn't always the case. Most
S/M sex is consentualand both partners
agree beforehand on how3 far things

SAN ANTONIO

Resource Center •Frances Timmons,Counselor
(512)732-0757
OKLAHOMA

will go and a code word to stop things if
they get out of hand.

Shirley M. Hunter, M.A. • (405)848-5429

WHAT TO DO

Women's Learning Resource Center

NEW MEXICO
(505)268-2116

If you are a battered lesbian or a

Hania Stromberg, M.A., M.S.W.

batterer, you are not alone and you can
end you nightmare. Seek help from
your friends and family if possible and
seek professional help(a resource listis

(505)268-7477

provided at the end of this article).

BOOKS
Lobel, Kerry ed. Naming the Violence:
Speaking Out About Lesbian Battering.
Washington: Seal Press, 1986. Stories from

If you have a friend or family member
who is involved in an abusive

relationship,remember that you cannot

LOUISIANA
Multi-Service Center •(504) 561-5861

battered lesbians, articles from women in the

make their decisions for them — what

movement on history and programs.

you can do is offer your support and
love. Supply them with reading

Sonkin, Daniel. Learning to Live Without

material on abusive relationships. The
more they read,the more likely they are

Oriented toward straight men but helpful for

Violence. San

Francisco: Volcano Press.

lesbian bauerers.

to recognize themselves as a battered
woman or abuser. Offer them a place to

stay ifand when they cometo a decision
to leave — many women are, or f^el
that they are,financially dependent on

NiCarthy, Ginny. Getting Free: A Handbook
for Women in Abusive Relationships.
Washington: the Seal Press, 1982. A straightoriented self-help book. Revised edition has
section on lesbian battering.

their abuser and will need your help in
this area. And, last but not least, refer
them to this resource list for

professional help.
AUSTIN

Center for Battered Women's Shelter
Outreach (512)385-5181

Waterloo Counseling (512)322-9654
In Hayes County - Women's Center

Books and music

for the feminist,

gay and lesbian
communities.

(512)396-4357

Open Tuesday Saturday from
10:30 to 6:30 p.m.,
and Sunday
1 to 5 pjn.

Inklings

DALLAS

an alternative bookshop

t-®tvn Community Services

3000 Turtle Creek Plaza •(214)520-8108
(no specific program but focus on lesbian issues)
HOUSTON

Sharon Stone & Associates

3935 Westheimer, Suite 306•(713)623-6081

1846 Richmond • Houston, Texas 77098
Owners: Pokey Anderson and Annise PaAer

Page 18 • Dimensions • Dec. & Jon. 1989/90

What does

Stephanie
Knowiond has

the power...

Even as a child, Stephanie realized
that her psychic abilities set her
apart from others. Now, a crazed
killer whom she helped send to
prison is determined to exact his

your ex-lover
mean to you?

Are you best friends? Enemies? Do
you provide emotionail support for
one another . . . or have you lost
contact? Through dozens of per
sonal interviews with lesbians and

their ex-lovers, Carol Becker has

charted the course that a break-up

revenge on Stephanie and her
lover. Stephanie's power alone is
not enough to save them against
the psychopath who has decided to
play a fiendish cat-and-mouse

may take. She shows how the end of

game with the two women.

family and community.

THE

CRYSTAL CURTAIN

by Sandy Dayar

a relationship can provide a time for
important personal growth, and

how former lovers can also serve as
the foundation for new forms of

UNDROKEN TIESi
Lesbian Ex-Lovers
by Carol Decker

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WINTER
TRAVEL
FOR
WOMEN

OF THE 9
by Tasha Sumner

It's thattime again! Timefor our annual

expect of you when you stay at their

"Winter Travel" article. In June of

homes. Your Hostess or Host likes

1988, Dimensions sent out a survey to
ourreaders.In thatsurvey,we asked the
questions: Have you ever spent time at

people and offers thier home to you as
a member of the"community" without
intruding on your privacy (or you on
hers). She may offer you juice and

a lesbian/gay resort? Would You?
While only 9% of the respondents said
that they had vacationed at a lesbian/
gay resort,a resounding 98% said they
would like to go(or return)to vacation
at one.Many of you added comments to
the effect that you would love to vaca
tion at a "family" resort, if you just

knew where they were. Well, that's

coffee or a full breakfast-each home is
unique."
Since Mother Source was so kind as to

give us this definition, we'll start with a
description of their service and then
move on to specific accommodations.

where wecome in! These travel articles

MOTHER SOURCE TRAVELS
P.O. Box 23305

are to let you know that there are places
out there that are "just for you" — and
nobody else! So,let's go ...

(618)462-4051 or (314)569-5795
To find accommodations nationally

St. Louis. MO 63156

simply call or write Mother Source.

Since most of these resorts are Bed &
Breakfasts, I'll start out with a defini

tion of B&B provided by Mother
Source Travels of Sl Louis, Missouri:
"B&B offers the traveler more than
accommodations in a strange place:

They will ask you for general informa
tion and answer any questions you
might have. You just tell them where
you are u-aveling within the U.S. and
they will see if they can find a match for
you. You'll need to call two or more

B&B offers an opptHtunity to experi

weeks in advance since availability

ence the local culture and expand your
social network through the gracious-

changes daily. They may be able to find
accommodations for you on shorter

ness of a Hostess or Host who knows

notice, but it's better to be safe. They
require a one day depositfrom you and

the area,where to go,and what is going
on locally without the time commit

the Hostess will expectthe remainder in

ment that friends and relatives may

cash.

Page 20* Dimensions • Dec. & Jon. 1989/90

If you would like to register your B&B

RUBY SLIPPER

with Mother Source, call or write for
more information. You don't have to

813LaLomita

have a B&B to register,just extra space
in your home and a desire to share your
local culture with traveling women.

Taos, NM 87571
Located in the heart of Taos, the Ruby

TRIANGLE INN

P.O. Box 2069

Slipper is walking distance from the
plaza with all that it has to offer. You
can choose from private or shared bath,
standard or water beds, and several
rooms come with authentic kiva fire

P.O. Box 3235

Santa Fe, NM 87501

(505)455-3375
Situated 11 miles north of Santa Fe on

the road to Taos, The Triangle Inn of
fers 6 individual guest houses con
structed of "real" adobe. With your
choice of an efficiency, a one or two
bedroom, all guest houses also include
full kitchen and bath plus a living area.

place or wood burning stove. There's
lots of cross-country and downhill
skiing and hiking available within close
range. The Ruby Slipper also offers
hammocks and hot tub in the courtyard.

continued on page 32

Whether skiing at Santa Fe,relaxing in
the hot tub in the courtyard,or spending
romantic evenings in the historic city of
Santa Fe, you're sure to enjoy your
stay. Current rates range from $75-$95
per night but you'll need to call since
holiday rates are slightly different and
prices will be changing after the first of
the year.

CORRALESINN
P.O. Box 1361

Corrales, NM 87048

(505)897-4422

15 minutes from Albuquerque and 40
minutes from Santa Fe, you'll find this
a charming Bed & Breakfast. All within

driving distance you'll find: downhill

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hat A World,
hat A World!
The Madwoman
of Provincefown:
Comic Kate Clinton

by Nancy Ford
"I love it when something happens

show.

spontaneously—it kind ofrips through

"1 might prepare two 45-minute sets
and actually get about thirty minutes of
material done. The rest is improv. I'm
doing a part in my show now where 1
just say, "Are there any questions?"

me."

"Ii" is comedy, and Kate Clinton gets
excited when she talks about it.

"It's almost like there's another person
talking. It's really a gift 1 enjoy."
As much as she enjoys it, predomi

They range from "Do you like to eat?"
to "What's your phone number?"

nantly lesbian/feminist audiences have

Katcestimates thatapproximately 10%

enjoyed it too, and then some. Since
1981 she has toured the country serving
up her oft-time political, sometime
graphic, always bulls-eye accurate wit
to increasing numbers of fans.
"The joy of making people laugh"
drove her to comedy.Growing up in a
household with three brothers, Kate

of her audience is male. "We've been
doing such outreach"she teases,as 1 see

an image of feminist comedy mission
aries rapping on chic townhouse doors

on Saturday a.m.,rounding up potential
male audience members a la Jehovah's

Witnesses."1 wish more would come,"
she said, explaining that she considers

learned early on the power comedy
holds."I found that a really good oneliner could keep them away."
She formally began hercareer in March

her material's focus is on gay culture as
. opposed to lesbian humor exclusively.

of 1981 on a dare while on break from

Catholic senior citizens on a scenic tour

teaching high schoolers, which she had

of New England in Provincetown,

done for eight years. The transition
from the classroom to the stage was not
that traumatic. Recalling her students,

Mass,(where Kate makes her home.)
"They were booked into my show,and
they had been told 1 was a drag act. Now

she says,"You learn to work the room.

that was a challenge. It was absolutely

The frightening thing is, the same audi

wild — it was like talking to my mom."
"Everybody had their purses clutched

ence keeps coming back day after day."

Like most comics,Kate has a stockpile

One of her most memorable audiences

was largely comprised of a group of

of scripted material, but she relies on

tightly to themselves, and wore little
plastic mesh hats. The questions were

the audience to steer the course of the

absolutely hysterical. 1 felt like an

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unwitting dupe on 'Heterosexual
Bloops, Blunders and Practical Jokes.'
"Kate Clinton thinks she is going to

perform for a group of radical lesbians,
but we've switched audiences on her."

Finally, as if to add coincidence to
calamity, it turned out the group was
from Fall River, Mass., the district

represented by the recently much-pub
licized Barney Frank. Yes indeed,
comedy is sometimes divine. Some

times even divinely serious.
"At sound check 1 generally say a
Catholic prayer, right from memory.
People always laugh,but I am blessing
the hall and bringing the spirit of the
women in the hall.

"1 go toward it very positively. I ap
proach it very politically, too. I think

when people laugh,they open.They're

Clintonisms:
Kate Clinton on ...

... The Pope
"I cannot respect a man that flies
around kissing airports."

... Her baseball team

"Last year we made Michael Jackson
our team mascot, because he wears

a glove on one hand for no apparent
reason.

... Non-monogamy
"Lord knows I've had more women than

most people have noses."

... On reproduction
"Every Saturday at about one o'clock I
go down to Chuck E. Cheese's. It
works every time."

open and vulnerable,and that's when 1
-From Kate Clinton Live At The Great American

like to sneak in new ideas."

Be forewarned — plan on hearing lots
of new ideas when Kate Clinton comes

Music Hall available at your favorila
bookstora or from Wtiyscrack Records, P.O.
Box 93, Cazenovia, New York 13035.

to town.

TEXAS PLAY DATES
Kate Clinton, the feminist stand-up's
standup,appears at the ArcadiaTheatre

in Dallas on Friday, Dec. 8. Call
Curious Times at (214) 528-4087 for
ticket information. Kate then travels to
Houston for a 2-show concert at

nancy ford
• comedy •
residential • commercial•

Fitzgerald's on Sat, Dec. 9. Also

performing atFitzgerald's thatevening
will be a hostofHoustonian fem-talent,
including guitarist Edna Garcia, The
Wynne Walker Band, actress/
playwright Marianne Pendino, and
Dimensions own Nancy Ford. For
ticket info call Inklings Altemative
Bookstore, (713) 521-3369 or
Fitzgerald's, (713)862-7652.

for booking info
coll or write:

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Houston,Texas 77098

(713)721-4125
(713)520-7237

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offee

the

A Discussion of Lesbian Literature Both New and Old

This month, T. Sumner Reviews:

HOLIDAY
READING LIST
Four New Books From Noiod Press -

Great for reading or giving as gifts!

This month we're going to take a look at
four books — ail from Naiad Press, Inc..
You'll find ordering information at the
bottom of this article. Rating information

poverty stricken.The stoiy revolves aroimd

Marty and Thea,two"down-on-their-luck"
women who meet in a welfare office in

Tuscon. Ms. Taylor manages to touch on

many important issues (including
discrimination against PWA's, the

ajjpears below.

homeless and the differently-abled, to her
Good

views on our country's welfare system)
while never straying from the telling of a

Cjip Fair

powerful and moving story. I recommend

^ Poor

Rice & Beans to all readers ofgood fiction.

9^

RICE & BEANS

SUE SLATE:PRIVATE EYE

by Valerie Taylor
Naiad Press, Inc.,$8.95
This is an exquisite book that gives real
insight into to the plightofthe homeless and

by Lee Lynch
Naiad Press, Inc., $8.95
OK,I will grant you that it's a siUy idea..

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. A feline (as in kitty-cat) detective named

ROSE PENSKI

Sue Slate sets out to solve the murder of"a

by Roz Perry

pteople"in the cat infested neighborhood of
Peacock Alley. Along the way she falls in
love, introduces us to the sinister side of

catdom and gets in many a scrape. Every
cliche you've ever heard about cats and
private-eyes and alot of the ones you've
heard about gay men are included here.
Although it leans tow^ds the trite,this book
.is.eiitertaining. Read it for fun or not at all.

AFTER THE FIRE

by Jane Rule
Naiad Press, Inc., $8.95
IDon't look here for a pat plot with a

Naiad Press Inc., $8.95
You'll Uke this quirky novel as much as
you'll like the main character. Rose Penski.
Rose and her lover, Adelle, are in the San
Francisco

area

while

Adelle

has a

suspicious lump in her breast investigated.
As their fear grows. Rose turns to thing she
knows best — cooking. The relationship
between these two women is filled with the

odd things that grow between two pieople
who have been together for many years.
The short-hand way of communicating, the
understanding of each other's habits, and
Rose's odd trains of thought all combine to
make this quite an endearing story.

cpyjrp

beginning, middle and a "this-settleseverything" ending. Ms. Rule has given us,
instead, a few moments in another persons

All of the above books are available

life.

from your local bookstore or for S8.95

Karen Tasuki has moved to an island off the
coast of Vancouver to learn how to "live

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TTie holidays are a time of family,together
ness, giving and love, right? Well, yes, but
they are also times of stress, budget-busting
and even depression. We all have different
ways of coping with the holidays but some

people tend to go to the extremes. How do
you react to the holidays? Answer the 10
questions below and find out!

1. You normally begin shopping for
Christmas gifts:
a. at the January sales.
b. the day after Thanksgiving.
c. Christmas eve.

2. When you buy Christmas gifts, you:
a. spend alot on everyone on your iisL
b. try to find a sjjecial gift that isn't too
expensive for everyone.

c. you putit off and end up buying whatever
you can find at the last minute.
3.You send Christmas cards to:

a.everyone you've ever met,from elemen
tary school on.
b. to close friends and family.

c. to whoever sent you cards last year.

4. For Christmas dinner, you:

a. like a big crowd and turkey with all the
trimmings.

b. prefer something special but simple for
yourself and a few close friends or family.

c. want to go out to a restaurant You don t
want to cook on a holiday.

Are You A

5.When it comesto Holiday parties,you:

a. go to every one you're invited to

you

can rest after the first of the year.

b. only go to business parties and those of

Christmas
Junkie?

close friends.

c.avoid them —you hate to go and act nice
to people you only see once a year.
6. Your season's decorations are:

a. three tons of lights, a nativity scene with
singing wise-men and a mechanical Santa
in the front yard.

Dec. & Jan. 1989/90 • Dimensions • Page 29

b. a nicely decorated Christmas tree and
maybe a few strings of outdoor lights.
c. a couple of Christmas cards taped to the
fridge.

remember that you don't have to spend

$100 on everybody on your list and take
some time for yourself. You'll be much
better prepared, both physically and men
tally, for the new year.

7.If your parents decided to go away for
the holidays, you:
a. would be horrified. How could they do
this to your traditions?
h. would be glad. They deserve a break,

c. would be happy.Itsaves you from having
to make the trek home.

ANSWER THE LAST

THREE QUESTIONS WITH:
A for Always, B for Sometimes,

20-30
You strike a good balance between tradi

tion, family and friends during this season.
You know better than to try to outdo every
one in the decoration and gift departments,
but you're jjerfectly willing to "whoop it
up" a little and indulge yourself a bit. You
understand that it is alright to be sentimental
about Christmas,but you don't let it control
you.

and C for Never.

8. The gifts I give are better than those I
receive.

9.1 usually run my credit card bills sky high
this time of year.
10. It wouldn't seem like Christmas if I
wasn't tired from all the frenzy.

SCORING

10-19
O.K. Scrooge,so Christmas is just another
day of the year to you, and you don't see
why you should knock yourself out to con
form to everyone else's idea of a perfect

holiday. You might just be surprised by
how much fun you can have if you'll only
loosen up a bit. Send out a few Christmas
cards, accept an invitation or two, and try

Give yourself points as follows:
4 points for each"A" answer.
2 points for each "B" answer.
1 point for each "C" answer.

if you scored:
31-40
You really go overboard this time of year
and you end up paying for it after January 1.

putting some real thought into the gifts you
buy. Depression is a big problem this time
of year — pteople set their expectations so
high that they are bound to feel let down.
Maybe this was a problem for you in the
past, and now you've resorted to no exptectations at all to avoid the disappointment.
You could have a great time this year — if
you'll let yourself.

Frazzled nerves, big credit-card bills, and a
wrecked diet are just
some of the fallout

from your holiday
overindulgence.

A

little restraint could go
a long way towards
helping you settle

down and truly enjoy
the holidays. Turn
down an invitation or

two, tone down your

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WINTER TRAVEL - cont.from page 21

Rates range from $55-$80 per night,
double occupancy (subtract $5 for
single occupancy).
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Located one mile from the town of

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offour women(although you can bring
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Rates were not available, but you can
call the number above for more info!

ASPEN SKI WEEK
January 21-27,1990
You'll have to find your own accom
modationsfor this one,butonce you've
arrived, give the Aspen Gay/Lesbian
Group a call at (303) 468-1956 for

information on parties, ski groups,etc.
In the past this has been a predomi
nantly gay male event but more and

more women are participating every
year!

If you don't see anything here that in
terests you, be sure to check out the

guide books available for lesbians and
gays. These guides are invaluable for
the traveler. The addresses for three of
the"Biggies"are listed below - write to

the cheaper the price per person (only
$27.50 per night with ten people). All

them for copies of their guides or find

linens, cooking utensils, etc. are pro

them at your local bookstore

vided — all you have to bring is your

GAIA'S GUIDE

self, your food and a good cook.8um-

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dejjending on the number of people in

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you'll have access to local bars & res
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Also,I'm told that many local women
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get a chance to make some new friends!

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OBtry:
MIRROR IMAGES

Like a warm feeling of security.
Your smile overpowers me.
My eyes ore the key to my soul.

Cost a glance at them; And you shall see
A reflection of yourself...
the way I see you.
The way you con never see yourself.

Your dreams are the biggest part of you.
The port I admire most.

The port that you should keep.
Yet, and yet.. .
There is an even better part of you.
This is your heart.

It is so fragile, so daring,so eager to ...
To give all that it has.
And ask nothing in return.
Let me be your mirror.
Look into my eyes;
For if you do, you will see my soul.
You will see yourself...
The way only I see you.
-R. Garza

Houston, TX

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oroscope
What's in the Stars for You this month?

SCORPIO
(Oct 24th -Nov 22nd)

December 15th - 31st
You'11 have to keep out ofthe limelightright
before Christmas so that you can finish a
project at work before the holidays. Once
you're finished, watch out! Going out and
having friends over dominate the rest of the
month.

January
Your personal life is looking up for 1990 but
you'11 have to take a serious look at ho w you
handle your personal finances. Now is a
good time to sit down and figure out a
budget for the coming year. A hot new

romance may come on the scene this month,
it may not last, but it will be fun while it
does! A raise or promotion early in the
month could help you with some of your
holiday debt. Your social life is exciting and
this could be tied in with your new flame!

SAGIHARIUS
(Nov 23 - Dec 21)

December 15th - 31st
A holiday bonus or raise could lift your
spirits right now, but don't be tempted to
spend it all! You may be asked to host a
party or assume leadership for an
organization that you belong to. Your love
life gets a boost around the 20th.

January
The trick this year is to get off to a good start
and it looks like you'll have all the right
opportunities as January rolls around.
Home, business and especially love are all
looking up this month. Now is a good time

romantic adventure that's headed your way.

CAPRICORN
(Dec 22nd - Jan 19th)

December 15th - 31st
You feel short-tempered this holiday
season.Try to control yourself or you could
make everyone's Christmas miserable.
Social activities could bring back your good
will, so take advantage of all those
invitations. After Christmas, you feel more
relaxed and you are ready for a festive New
Year's celebration!

January
You may feel like everyone is picking on
you, particularly at work, as the new year
gets under way.The feeling will pass by the
10th. Try to keep your temper under
control, it's better to lose a few battles than

to lose friends. After the 15th, things
smooth out and you're able to get
everything back on track at work and at

home. Something that has been causing
stress will ease up and let you enjoy the
company of friends and co-workers again.
Your love life will see some improvement
during this pteriod.

AQUARIUS
(Jan 20th - Feb 18th)

December 15th - 31 st
Focus on your work in the weeks before the
holidays and your lifestyle could change for
the better after the first of the year. There
will be plenty of time for social activities

after hours and you will be in the sptotlight.
Pay holiday bills before the 1 st and you can

to sit down and set some goals for your
career and personal life.If you are currently

have a relaxing New Year's.

involved in a relationship, things will
certainly be on the right track this month, if

If you made any resolutions, you'll have to
work hard to keep them this year. Some

Jahuary

you are single, look out for an exciting

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what you need to lift your spirits after the
stress of the holidays. And, a new romantic
interest could be pressuring you for a

compromise or you may find yourself in
court. Keep a low profile imtil the 20th and
that should help immensely in relieving
tensions. Someone you've heljjed in the
past will come back to help you in an
unexpected way late in the month. Accept
their help graciously and you'll have an ally

commitment. Don't be afraid to say "yes",
it could be the best decision you've made in

for life. Romance is the high point of
January.

goals you set for yourself in past years may
have been set too high and you'll have to
adjust them to more realistic terms now. A

raise or promotion at work could be just

years.

TAURUS
PISCES
(Feb 19th-Mar 20th)
December 15th - 31st
Your career is spot-lighted right now and a

(April 20th - May 20th)
December 15th - 31st
All that hard work you've been doing lets up

raise or bonus could bring the money you

right now so you can enjoy a holiday rest. A
long trip at Christmas may be just what the

need to make this a special Christmas. You

doctor ordered to help you relieve some

may be in a mood to reminisce during the

stress. Keep a cool head though when it

holiday season and having old friends and
family around you is just what the doctor

comes to romance, you could be in over

ordered to relieve some of the stress you've

January

your head.

been feeling.

January
1990 may start out a bit confusing for
Pisces.Conflicting orders from the boss and
friends who say one thing and do another

may be making you crazy. Everything
straightens out by the 10th and you'll feel
much better about yourself and those

around you. A platonic friendship may be
heating up this month and the romance you
find could be just what you've dreamed of.
Be very careful when driving this month,
your potential for accidents is very high.

ARIES
(Mar 21st - April 19)
December 15th - 31st
A relationship that has been on the rocks
could take an unexpected turn for the better

and lift your spirits for the coming holidays.
Finances are also on an upswing and you
can afford something special for a loved

one. Everything is going your way and you
couldn't be happier!

January
An argument with a friend or family
member could quickly escalate into a major
war. Try your best to work out a

You'll need to set some goals about what
you want to do with your career during the
fnst partofJanuary.The perfectjob may not
be offered but you could fmd yourself in a
position to influence the people who could
help you the most.Tax time is a few months
away but some organization right now
could save you some heartache later on.
Romance is put on the back burner this
month as more pressing matters take your
attention.

GEMINI
(May 21st - June 21st)
December 15th - 31 st
All work and no play makes Gemini a very
unhappy girl right now.Everyone is getting
into the holiday spirit and you have tied
yourself down with work. Try to sneak in
some social activities after hours, you may

end up tired, but this time of year is short
lived and you don't want to miss out!
January
A temper tantrum early in January could
cause you problems throughout the month.
Yelling won'tsolve the problem,it's best to
keep your mouth shut and stay out of the
limelight, things will solve themselves in

Dec. & Jan. 1989/90 • Dimensions • Page 35

time. Your career is looking up after the
10th,a raise or promotion may not be in the
cards for several months, but the attention
you get from higher-ups is definitely
working for your benefit.Take time out for
a short, romantic trip towards month end.

VIRGO
(August 23rd - Sept 22nd)
December 15th - 31st

CANCER

You may have a tendency to go overboard
on holiday spending if you don't keep a
close eye on your pocketbook. Small
inexpensive gifts will bejustas tqjpreciated.

(June 22th - July 22th)
December 15th - 31st

Work gets easier in time to allow you to
enjoy the holiday social scene and you've
never been happier to get out of the house.

Travel is on the agenda during the holiday
season, it may be a working vacation, but

January

Any partnerships that you involve yourself

Most Virgo-ans will find the first part of
January a good time to relax and make plans
for the coming year. Some,however will be
so busy they won't have time to sit down,
much less relax. You may find that you'll
have more details than you thought to work
out before you can get things back on track.

in this month will be around for a long time.

If your love life has been good for awhile,it

Romantic commitmaits could last for

can only getbetter,if it hasn'tbeen up to par,
now is the time to get things moving again.

that doesn't mean it won't be fun! A new

romance could brighten you social life also,
new friends come into the picture that can
make your holidays even more fun.

January

years, as could could business partnerships
set up this month. You will want to work
these commitments out in writing or sit
down and talk about it in detail or you will
feel insecure until you do.Co-workersseem
easier to get along with right now.

LIBRA
(Sept 23rd - Oct 23rd)
December 15th-31st
Money is the main focus in the weeks before

LEO

(July 23rcl - August 22nd)
December 15th - 31st
Social obligations could be getting you
down right now. You wantsome peace and
quiet to work out some jjersonal or family
problem that has been bothering you.Tum
down a few invitations and focus on your

problem. Once it is solved, you'll be ready
to get back in the holiday party scene and
enjoy it more!

January

Christmas. With a little work and thought,
you could hit the jackpot! After the 22nd,
your focus switches to family and loved
ones. A love relationship that has fallen on
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January
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on.

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Irectory
A Listing of Service Organizations, Businesses & Clubs
ARLINGTON,TX (area code 817)

organizations
Gay/Lesbian Association of UTA
P.O. Box 19348-77, UTA St. 76019
794-5140

AUSTIN,TX (area code 512)
clutss

Dallas Gay Alliance
4012-B Cedor Springs 75219 <528-4233
Dallas GayAesblan Historic Arctiives
4012-B Cedor Springs < 821-1653
Dallas Gay Youtti Group
300 Turtle Creek Plozo #116 < 307-7203
Dallas Outdoors
P.O. Box 35474 75235 < 276-5270
Dallas Tavern Guild
3900 Lemmon Ave. #220 < 526-5292

Nexus/Petticoat Junction

Foundation for Human Understanding

401 & 401-B E. 2ncl.495-9553

528-4233

organizations

GayAesblan Young Adults

Affirmation (Mettiodist)
7403 Stioai Creek • 451-2329

528^233

Austin Lamtxta

2727 Ook Lown 75219 < 528-2811

Grace Fellowstiip in Ctirist Jesus

P.O. Box 5455 78763
Gay/Lesbian Student
Association at UT Austin <458-3971
Box 275 Texas Union 78712-7338

Lesbian/Gay Rigtits Lobby
P.O. Box 2505 78768

Metropolitan Community Ctiurctr
1100 Sprlngdcle Rd. < 929-3660
Oasis Ministry

Lesbian Information Line (LiL)
P.O. Box 191443 75219 < 528-2426

Lesbia/Gay Political Coalition
P.O. Box 224424 75222 < 828-9882
Lesbian Visionaries
P.O. Box 191443 75219 < 521-9642

Metroplex Republicans
P.O. Box 191033 75219 < 941-8114

Oak Lawn Community Services

Waterloo Counseling Center

3000 Turtle Creek Rozo,Suite 116
75219-5311 < 520-8108

507 Powell 78703 < 322-9654

Oak Lawn Symptionic Band

5555 N. Lomor Blvd. #L101 < 441-9191

Texas Human Rigtits Foundation

P.O. Box 190973 75219 < 986-1751

2201 N. Lomor # 203 78705 < 479-8473

WANT -(Women In Tfie Arts)

AIDS Legol Asslstonce 1-800-828-6417

288-9299 or 823-3105

Womyn Togettier

3920 Cedar Springs < 528-4233

DALLAS, TX (area code 214)
businesses
Business Delivery Systems
14902 Preston Rd. 75240 < 733-1108
Crossroads Market
3930 Cedor Springs
521-8919 or 1-800-992-6404

Curious Times - Women's Books etc.
4008-D Cedar Springs 75219 < 528-4087

DENTON,TX (area code 817)

organizations
COURAGE, Lesbian Gay Student Org.
c/o Student Activities Center
P.O. Box 5067 76203 < 382-3813

FT. WORTH (area c<xle 817)

clubs
Sue Ellen's
3903 Cedor Springs < 559-0707
Desert Moon < 5903 Willis • 828-4471

organizations

organizations

Affirmation (Mettiodlst) < 478-7837

clubs
Partners <1612 Park Place < 924-2519

Affirmation (Mettiodisf)
P.O. Box 225831 75222 < 948-1546
AIDS Resource Center
4012-B Cedor Springs 75219

HOUSTON, TX (area code 713)
clubs

Ctiurcti of ttie New Covenant-Sun @ 11

Ttie Ranch

1000 S. Sherman #B < 828-0771

9125 S. Main < 666-3464

Dec. & Jon. 1989/90 • Dinnensions • Poge 37

organizations

National Gay/Lesbian Crisisiine

AIDS Foundation
3400 Montros© #700 •524-AIDS
AIDS HOTLINE

National GayAesbian Task Force

1-800-SOS-GAYS
1517 U Street NW

Gay/Lesblon Students
University of Houston

Washington D.C. 20009 • 202-332-6483
The Fund for Hunrxin Dignity
666 Broadway 4th Floor

4800 Calhoun •529-3211

NY. NY 10012

c/o Switchboard • 529-3211

Gay & Lesbian Swltchtxiard
P.O. Box 66591 77266 •529-3211

Houston Gay Political Caucus
P.O. Box 66664 77266 •521-1000
Kingdom Community Churcti
614 E. 19th.862-7533
Lambda ALANON
Lambda Ceriter for Aichohoiics
1214 Joanne • 521-9772

Lesbian/Gay Students
University of Houston - Clear Lake
2700 Bay Area 77058
Montrose Pool League/Billiards
PJ 863-8482
PWA Coalition - Houston
3327 Essex Lane *623-4436

NORMAN,OK (area code 405)

organizations
Women's Resource Center
P.O. Box 5089 73070

OKLAHOMA CITY, OK
(area code 405)

organizations
Oasis the Community Center
2135 NW 39th 73112 • 525-AIDS

Herland Sister Resources, Inc.
2312 NW 39th 73112 • 794-7464

Womynspace

SAN ANTONIO,TX (area code 512)

P.O. Box 980601 77098-0601
880-9517 or 521-0780

clubs

Women's Softtxsii League

8021 Pinebrook • 341-2618

6431 Pineshade • 868-6256

The Circle

organizations

LUBBOCK.TX (area code 806)

Dignity/San Antonio
202 N. St. Mary's• 349-3632

organizations

Integrity/San Antonio

Lubbock Lesbian/Gay Alliance

P.O. Box 150006 78212.684-4920

P.O. Box 64746 79464• 796-2403

Names Project/Lubbock

River City Living Metropolitan
Community Church

796-1800 or 744-1957

202 Holland 78212 • 822-1121

LISA (Lesbian Information SA)
828-LlSA (5472)

SALGA - San Antonio Lesbian & Gay
NATIONAL ORGANIZATIONS

Assembly • 733-7300

Affirmation: United Methodists for

San Antonio AIDS Foundation
P.O. Box 120113 78212-9313
Son Antonio Tavern Guild • 822-2823

Lesbian/Gay Concerns
P.O. Box 1021 • Evanston, iL 60204
AIDS Action Council

729 Eighth St. S.E. Suite 200
Washington. DC 20003 .(202) 547-3101
AIDS 800 • 1-800-221-7044
Conference For Catholic Lesbians

P.O. Box 436, Planetarium Station
New York, New York 10024

SOUTH PADRE ISLAND, TX
(area code 512)
accomodations
Lyie'sDeck • 120E. AtolSt.
P.O. Box 2326 78597 • 761-LYLE

Nil Gay Alliance for Young Adults,
Inc.P.O. Box 190426

y//.

Dallas, TX 75219-0426 •(214)307-7203

National Gay/Lesbian Clearinghouse
666 Broadway 4th Floor
NY, NY 10012

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ews

From Around the Region,the Country & the World
Dallas Activist

Bill Nelson Elected as
New THRF President

Alan Levi,a certified public accountant
in Dallas, was elected as the new treas

urer of the organization.
Nell Hahn and Steve Davis,both attor

AUSTIN - At its October quarterly

neys firom Austin, were elected as new

board meeting held last week in Hous

trustees to the board.

ton, the board of trustees of the Texas

THRF's legal director, David Bryan,

Human Rights Foundation (THRF)

characterized the new slate of officers

elected a new slate of officers and
added two additional trustees.

for THRF as a balanced blend of old

Elected as THRF's new president was
Bill Nelson of Dallas,former president

and new talent and experience for the
organization. "I believe Bill Nelson's

history of activism will set a new tone

of the Dallas Gay Alliance and long

for THRFas it carries out the important

time THRF board member. Owner of

work in which it is involved, while at

Crossroads Market in Dallas, Mr. Nel
son was instrumental in founding the

the same time THRF will benefit from

AIDS Resource Center in Dallas and

his experience of having been a trustee
for many years,"Bryan said."I am also

was a former candidate for city council

excited by the addition of new trustees

in Dallas. Mr. Nelson succeeds Frank

from Austin, where THRF has been

Stenger of Austin,an assistant attorney

under-represented in the past."
At the meeting last week,Sue Lovell of

general for the State of Texas, who has
served as THRF's president since Oc
tober of 1988. Stenger remains on

former president ofthe Houston Gay &

THRF's board as chair of its litigation

Lesbian Polidcal Caucus, was named

Houston,a THRF board member and a

committee.

as the chair of THRF's nominating

Elected as THRF's vice-president was

committee charged with identifying

Donald Skipwith, a Houston attorney

new trustees to be considered for the
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who also serves as vice-chair of the
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ing.Persons interested in learning more
about service on THRF's board or

dent; after six years of dedicated serv

about the work ofthe organization may
contact David Bryan or Sue Lovell at

ice as a trustee, Harrington submitted

(512)479-8473.

his resignation, which was accepted by

THRF's board presently consists of 13

the board.

trustees living in Austin, San Antonio,

Dec. & Jan. 1989/90 • Dimensions • Page 7

Houston and Dallas. The board meets

First Legal Day in Texas; First Gay

quarterly in various cities around the
state, and its meetings in 1990 are ten

Pride March; Referral Services; A
women's softball team; speaker's bu
reau; and various concerts, dances and

tatively set for Austin,El Paso,Corpus
Christi and Lubbock., as part of the
statewide organizations effort to in

volve gay men, lesbians and persons
with AIDS from outside the larger
metropolitan areas of the state.
THKF is the sponsor of the litigation
pending in an Austin court known as

other functions. Austin Lambda also

spun off several groups including: The
Alliance; Gay Fathers; Lesbian Moth
ers; and ALSO(Austin Lesbians Speak
Out).
Austin Lambda as a legal corporation

will continue to exist in name only. If

21.06 of the Texas Penal Code, which

you have any suggestions for future
uses of this organization as a commu
nity enterprise, please write them at:

criminalizes private,consensualsexual

P.O. Box 5455, Austin, TX 78763.

Morales vs. The State of Texas, chal

lenging the constitutionality of Section

relations between two men or two

women. Linda Morales of Houston is

THRF's lead plaintiff in the case,
which also includes four more plain
tiffs from Austin and Dallas. The State

is attempting to have the case dismissed
and a hearing will be scheduled late this
year in the matter.

Austin Lambda to

Cease Operations
AUSTIN - September 1989 marked
Austin Lamda's tenth anniversary.One
month later the organization has ceased
to exist except in name only.
Claiming a lack ofcommunity support,
Austin Lambda will close it's office

and cease publication of it's newsletter

effective immediately.
Austin Lambda has been instrumental

in making major contributions to the

gay community both in Austin and
throughout the state of Texas. A partial
list of their accomplishments includes:

Newly Formed Lesbian
Arts Group Needs
Members
DALLAS - Women in the Arts Net-

WOTking Together (WANT), a newly
formed organization in the Dallas met
ropolitan area is seeking members.
Writers, artists, musicians, thespians
and all others, whether amateur or pro
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Meetings are held the second and fourth

Thursdaysofeach month at the Womyn
for Womyn Resource Center at 1315
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Goals of WANT include: creating a

refenal network for women in the arts;
Increasing the audience for women in
the performing arts; and to provide an
alternative environment that fosters
creativity.
Plans are being made now for a 1990
Women's Festival and a benefitshow is

planned fqr TJ's in Denton on Decem
ber 16th to help make the festival a

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reality.
If you would like to become a member
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but a company spokesposon says the
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cross-section of the community's
multi-racial and multi-cultural wed

ding ceremonies has been assembled.
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photograjrfis of their ceremonies, in
either black and white or color, along

with a 500 to 1000 word description of

Lesbian Press to

their love story and decision to commit
their vows. Subject to negotiation,

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Magazine, WIM Publications, a les

further information is available from

bian-feminist publishing company is
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pictorial that will document same-sex

Dr. Dianne Bogus,WIM Publications,
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hats I t'Oin
A Monthy Listing of Special Events All Around Texas, Oklatioma & New Mexico

AUSTIN - If you're looking for enter
tainment, have I got news for you!
NEXUS & PErnCOAT JUNCTION,

ofthe week.Betsy also tells me thatshe
has security in the parking lot every
night to look out for you and your car!

along with sponsor Miller Lite is host
ing the PHP Performer of the Year
1989 Show! It's gonna be a really,
really big "shoe" in both bars on De

DALLAS - Where,oh Where can you
find all your favorite live entertain

cember IVthI Be There! And, there is
lots more live entertainment where that

Check their ad in this issue for names,
dates and details—you won'tbe disap

came from — On the 8th it's comedian

pointed! If you are looking for a place to
wind down after a hard day in the malls,
give SUE ELLEN'S a try, they've got
3-In-One's and Happy Hour drinks
everyday until 8pm and all day and all
night on Wednesdays.

Nancy Ford,On the 15th catch Denise
Fawcett,On the 21st get in the spirit at
the Christmas Show, and last but not

least — come on out for Talent Night
December 14th & 28lh. Finally, top off

ers...? SUE ELLEN'S — of course!

your decade with New Year's Eve

1990 with free champagne and party
favors and get the nineties off to a good
start New Year's Day with bowl
games, black-eyed peas, and lot's of
fun!

SAN ANTONIO - A Buffet, Free

Champagne at Midnight,Party Favors
and a Balloon Drop. The day - New
Year's Eve...the place - The
CIRCLE...the cost - $10 in advance,

$12 at the the door ... it's the hottest

HOUSTON - If you want in on the fun

party in town, don't miss it! Also, be

you'd better get your reservations in for

sure to join in the holiday fun all
through December! On the 10th it's a
Christmas Singles Pool Tournament

New Year's Eve at the RANCH!There

is limited space available so you need to
make those reservations now — don't

waitoryoumightmissout! And,ifNew
Year's Eve isn't enough excitement for
you, remember that the RANCH has

Beer Bust all day long on Sundays,
Rock and Roll and Dance Music

every Wednesday Night, and a DJ
playing your favorite music every night

that'll pay you $100 cash money for
first place, on the 17th Join in the
Christmas Showat8pm for an evening
ofComedy,Fun & Carolling and on the
15th it's the 2nd Annual Christmas &

Tree Decorating Party!If you want to
give yourself a present, be sure to get
tickets and see Lucie Blue Tremblay

Dec. & Jan. 1989/90 • Dimensions • Page 11

on the 14th at 8pm, tickets are

in

advance and $10 at the door.
DENTON - Women In The Arts Net

working Together(WANT)is sponsor
ing a Show to Benefit the 1990 Texas
Women's Festival! The show will e

held atTJ'satl215E.University Dr.in
Denton on December 16th at 10pm.All
proceeds will go towards the festival so get out and show your support!

DALLAS - Radical feministspeaker &
author,Sonia Johnson will be appear
ing at the Arlington Hall at Lee Park at
3401Turtle Creek on December 10th &
11th. On the 10th Sonia will host a

workshop entitled "Breaking Up
With Patriarchy Instead of Each
Other" and a dinner will be held after
the workshop. On the 11th Sonia will

give a lecture entitled "Wildfire: Ig
niting the She/Volution". Tickets are
available at Curious Times, Cross

DALLAS/HOUSTON - Comedian

roads Market and at the door. Call

Kate Clinton, will appear at the Ar

(214)823-4279 for more information.
The event is sponsored by WILDWISE, a new non-profit organization

cadia Theatre in Dallas on Friday,
Dec. 8. Tickets are available at Curi

ous Times, Crossroads Market or by
calling Rainbow Ticketmaster at .

for lesbians in Dallas.

Kate then travels to Houston for a two-

DALLAS - Check out the DESERT

show concert at Fitzgerald's on SaL,
Dec. 9. Appearing with Kate will be:
guitarist Edna Garcia, The Wynne

MOON'S Great Drink Specials! There's
250 Draft, $1.25 Longnecks, and $2
Well Drinks on Tuesdays & Thurs
days, SI.50 Well & $2.50 Hot Toddy
Specials on Wednesdays and Happy
Hour with $1 Well from 4-8pm on

Walker Band, actress/playwright
Marianne Pendino,and Dimensions'

own Nancy Ford. For ticket info call
Inklings Alternative Bookshop or
Fitzgerald's. And, don't miss Nancy

Fridays! What A Deal!

<S

Ford's interview with Kate Clinton in
this issue!

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Dec.7th - Comedian NANCY FORD

Dec. 14th - CONNIE MCCLAIN & BRAND!

Dec. 21st - NANCY FORD Return Engagement
Dec. 28th - BRAMDI

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ear/T(
gnes
Answers to your questions about love,
relationships & personoi probiems
Dear Readers
In late November, we received the fol

lowing letter in the Dimensions office.
Although it was marked "Letter to the
Editor", we thought it would be more
appropriate and more widely read in
this column.

and 10 percent of male couples had
"ritualized their relationship with a
ceremony." More than one-third had
executed legal agreements to protect
their relationship. (Results based on
812 respondents.)
Unfortunately, these couples cannot
choose to legally marry and depend on

Dear gay and lesbian

existing laws to support their family

community and supporters:

life. The legal contracts we make can

Syndicated advice columnist Ann Lan

replicate only some of the protections

ders has asked what her readers think

that are automatic with marriage. Just
one example: A widowed lesbian part

about "legal sanctions for same-sex
couples." To communicate your sup
port for the rights of gay and lesbian
couples, write to Ann Landers,c/o The
Chicago Tribune, 435 N. Michigan

ner cannot claim her departed spouse's
Social Security benefits.

And this inequity is far-reaching. At
least 10 million Americans are in same-

Avenue,Chicago,IL 60611.

sex relationships,judging from a recent
San FranciscoExaminer poll thatfound

Here's what we told Ms. Landers:

60 percent of gay men and lesbians in

We think lesbians and gay men should

relationships.
Our society should support these gay

be able to legally marry. In our view,
it's a matter of civil rights. Not to
mention simple fairness and good
sense.

and lesbian families for the same rea

sons we support traditional families.
Functional families make better neigh
bors and more productive citizens.

Too often, gay and lesbian relation
ships have been attacked as antithetical
to "Family values." Nothing could be

Sincerely
Stevie Bryant and Demian,Ed.D.

further from the truth. Gay and lesbian

Publishers/Editors

couples — and their children — are

PARTNERS: The Newsletter

genuine families. They share with all

for Gay & Lesbian Couples

families the traditional value of love,

Box 9685, Seattle, WA 98109

caring and mutual support

The truth is,gay and lesbian couples are
already marrying one another in both
religious and secular ceremonies. Ac

cording to preliminary results of our
national survey of gay and lesbian
couples, 16 percent of female couples

This is Agnes Talking: After we re

ceived this letter Ann Landers printed
some of the responses to her question
on November 26th. She indicated that

opinion was running 2 to 1 against
legalizing gay & lesbian marriages.

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Now get out those pencils and lets
change the numbers!

Dear Waiting,

Dear Agnes,

head, even if you have an open door
policy, will be "cutting your own

I have worked for the same company in
the same location for fifteen years. I
loved my job up until the last year and
a half. A new boss was shipped in and
everything has been all downhill ever
since.

First off this guy knew nothing about
the whole operation here. He thinks he

is too good to get his hands dirty. No
matter what happens he never pitches

Don't go to his boss. Going over his

throat."

You could try talking directly to him,
mention that you need help with a proj
ect and every one else is tied up. Could
he help? See what kind of reaction you
geultcouldbehe doesn't know whatto
do. And if he has never been employed
in this line of work, he may think he is
doing what he needs to do.By all means
be tactful anddon'tattackhisbehavior.

in. Basically, he has a "holier than

<S

thou" attitude.

Now,I am notjust saying this because
I think someoneelse should have gotten
the job, but there were people here that
could have handled the job a lot more
efficiently than he is.

He is a college boy with clean finger
nails. He has management snowed and
he treats everybody around here like
dirt.

What should I do? Should I talk,to his

Write To Dear Agnes
With Your Problems or
Comments at:
Dimensions

P.O Box 856

Lubbock,TX 79408

boss?

Waiting for your advice!

The Circle Will Be Closed
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Lesbian
Botterin
The Reality of Violence
in Our Community
by Karen Stewart

Thefollowing article isacondensed version
oftwo ofafive part series collected by Ms.
Stewart. Due to space limitaiions we are
unable to publish allfive articles in their
entirety. If you would like a copy of the
articles, please contact Ms. Stewart at
(512)339-8508.

There are many in the lesbian
community that believe lesbian
battering could notexist—that women
are not capable of physically and
emotionally abusing other women.
But, it does exist and it is much more

widespread than most of us are aware.

In Austin in 1985, the Austin Coalition
Against

Abuse

in

Lesbian

Relationships(ACAALR)conducted a
survey of81 lesbians. They found that
65% of those surveyed said they had
experienced abuse in one or more adult
relationships. Of this 65%, 70%

reported physical abuse, 85%
emotional abuse and 32% reported

sexual abuse. 13% reported that they
were the abusive one in

the

relationship. In line with national
statistics on women in the general

population, one third said that they
were sexually abused as children and
over 50% report emotional abuse as
children.

Battered lesbians deny their abuse or
refuse to seek help out of fear that they
will not be believed or because they see

no way out of the relationship. They
may also be afraid to approach
mainstream battered women's shelters

for fear of a homophobic response and
because there is little or no community
support or services in this area. Many
lesbians do not believe that there is any
abuse occurring within their

Page 16 • Dimensions • Dec. & Jan. 1989/90

community.

adhere to an exact time schedule, wear

In addition, many battered women live
in a constant state of denial. They
believe that what they are experiencing
is not really abusive, that they are

a certain hairstyle, etc...
•Demonstration ofPower—Assigns
chores, laws, curfew. Makes

responsible for the abuse because of
some flaw within themselves,or that if
they will just "work harder" or "be

discrediting remarks, physical and
sexual abuse.

• Dependency — No access to bank

better" the abuse will stop^
Abuse can be brought about by many

account; won't let you have job or
makes you work to support partner.
• Occasional Indulgences — sudden

causes. Most common is alcohol or

changes of heart, brings you

drug abuse, although childhood
experiences and many other

extravagant gifts or does something for

experiences do contribute to abuse.
Recognizing that you are battered or are

• Crazymaking — convinces you that

an abuser is the first step to healing.
Below, I've gone into some detail on
recognizing the signs of the different

rules; she's not violent, you're

you that you didn't expect.

what you said, you didn't; changes
paranoid; uses things you've told her

abuse are attempts to exert power or

about yourself against you; buys you
gifts and then blames you for money
problems; tells you things are

control over another person.

happening when they aren't and vice

kinds of abuse. All of these forms of

At the end of this article, you will find
a resource list on where to find help for
yourself, your lover or a friend.

versa.

Physical Abuse
Physical abuse almostalway goes hand

TYPES OF ABUSE
Emotional Abuse
Below are listed some of the signs of
emotional abuse

with a short

in hand with emotional abuse,
however; all emotional abusers are not

physically abusive.
Physicalabuse can rangefrom pushing,

explanation.

shoving and outright fist fights to

• Isolation — Alienation from family
and friends; refuses to provide money
or transportation; may move you away
to another city, state or even country;

burning the skin, putting guns and
knives in the vagina, and stabbing or
shooting.

the abuser may also refuse to have a
telephone; irrational jealousy.

Sexual Abuse

• Threats — threatens to kill or hurt

Although much of the description of
physical abuse can also be applied to

you; have you committed; find you no

sexual abuse,sexual abuse can take on

matter where you go; or to commit

Insulting jokes, name calling,ordering

many different forms. Forcing you to
have sex, forcing you to participate in
group sex or have sex with another
partner,or doing anything sexual that is

around.

against your will is abusive.

• Trivial Demands — makes you

Don't confuse S/M sex with abuse.

suicide if you leave.
• Humiliation/Degradation —

Dec. & Jan. 1989/90 • Dimensions • Page 17

While S/M,like any form ofsex,can be
abusive,this isn't always the case. Most
S/M sex is consentualand both partners
agree beforehand on how3 far things

SAN ANTONIO

Resource Center •Frances Timmons,Counselor
(512)732-0757
OKLAHOMA

will go and a code word to stop things if
they get out of hand.

Shirley M. Hunter, M.A. • (405)848-5429

WHAT TO DO

Women's Learning Resource Center

NEW MEXICO
(505)268-2116

If you are a battered lesbian or a

Hania Stromberg, M.A., M.S.W.

batterer, you are not alone and you can
end you nightmare. Seek help from
your friends and family if possible and
seek professional help(a resource listis

(505)268-7477

provided at the end of this article).

BOOKS
Lobel, Kerry ed. Naming the Violence:
Speaking Out About Lesbian Battering.
Washington: Seal Press, 1986. Stories from

If you have a friend or family member
who is involved in an abusive

relationship,remember that you cannot

LOUISIANA
Multi-Service Center •(504) 561-5861

battered lesbians, articles from women in the

make their decisions for them — what

movement on history and programs.

you can do is offer your support and
love. Supply them with reading

Sonkin, Daniel. Learning to Live Without

material on abusive relationships. The
more they read,the more likely they are

Oriented toward straight men but helpful for

Violence. San

Francisco: Volcano Press.

lesbian bauerers.

to recognize themselves as a battered
woman or abuser. Offer them a place to

stay ifand when they cometo a decision
to leave — many women are, or f^el
that they are,financially dependent on

NiCarthy, Ginny. Getting Free: A Handbook
for Women in Abusive Relationships.
Washington: the Seal Press, 1982. A straightoriented self-help book. Revised edition has
section on lesbian battering.

their abuser and will need your help in
this area. And, last but not least, refer
them to this resource list for

professional help.
AUSTIN

Center for Battered Women's Shelter
Outreach (512)385-5181

Waterloo Counseling (512)322-9654
In Hayes County - Women's Center

Books and music

for the feminist,

gay and lesbian
communities.

(512)396-4357

Open Tuesday Saturday from
10:30 to 6:30 p.m.,
and Sunday
1 to 5 pjn.

Inklings

DALLAS

an alternative bookshop

t-®tvn Community Services

3000 Turtle Creek Plaza •(214)520-8108
(no specific program but focus on lesbian issues)
HOUSTON

Sharon Stone & Associates

3935 Westheimer, Suite 306•(713)623-6081

1846 Richmond • Houston, Texas 77098
Owners: Pokey Anderson and Annise PaAer

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What does

Stephanie
Knowiond has

the power...

Even as a child, Stephanie realized
that her psychic abilities set her
apart from others. Now, a crazed
killer whom she helped send to
prison is determined to exact his

your ex-lover
mean to you?

Are you best friends? Enemies? Do
you provide emotionail support for
one another . . . or have you lost
contact? Through dozens of per
sonal interviews with lesbians and

their ex-lovers, Carol Becker has

charted the course that a break-up

revenge on Stephanie and her
lover. Stephanie's power alone is
not enough to save them against
the psychopath who has decided to
play a fiendish cat-and-mouse

may take. She shows how the end of

game with the two women.

family and community.

THE

CRYSTAL CURTAIN

by Sandy Dayar

a relationship can provide a time for
important personal growth, and

how former lovers can also serve as
the foundation for new forms of

UNDROKEN TIESi
Lesbian Ex-Lovers
by Carol Decker

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WINTER
TRAVEL
FOR
WOMEN

OF THE 9
by Tasha Sumner

It's thattime again! Timefor our annual

expect of you when you stay at their

"Winter Travel" article. In June of

homes. Your Hostess or Host likes

1988, Dimensions sent out a survey to
ourreaders.In thatsurvey,we asked the
questions: Have you ever spent time at

people and offers thier home to you as
a member of the"community" without
intruding on your privacy (or you on
hers). She may offer you juice and

a lesbian/gay resort? Would You?
While only 9% of the respondents said
that they had vacationed at a lesbian/
gay resort,a resounding 98% said they
would like to go(or return)to vacation
at one.Many of you added comments to
the effect that you would love to vaca
tion at a "family" resort, if you just

knew where they were. Well, that's

coffee or a full breakfast-each home is
unique."
Since Mother Source was so kind as to

give us this definition, we'll start with a
description of their service and then
move on to specific accommodations.

where wecome in! These travel articles

MOTHER SOURCE TRAVELS
P.O. Box 23305

are to let you know that there are places
out there that are "just for you" — and
nobody else! So,let's go ...

(618)462-4051 or (314)569-5795
To find accommodations nationally

St. Louis. MO 63156

simply call or write Mother Source.

Since most of these resorts are Bed &
Breakfasts, I'll start out with a defini

tion of B&B provided by Mother
Source Travels of Sl Louis, Missouri:
"B&B offers the traveler more than
accommodations in a strange place:

They will ask you for general informa
tion and answer any questions you
might have. You just tell them where
you are u-aveling within the U.S. and
they will see if they can find a match for
you. You'll need to call two or more

B&B offers an opptHtunity to experi

weeks in advance since availability

ence the local culture and expand your
social network through the gracious-

changes daily. They may be able to find
accommodations for you on shorter

ness of a Hostess or Host who knows

notice, but it's better to be safe. They
require a one day depositfrom you and

the area,where to go,and what is going
on locally without the time commit

the Hostess will expectthe remainder in

ment that friends and relatives may

cash.

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If you would like to register your B&B

RUBY SLIPPER

with Mother Source, call or write for
more information. You don't have to

813LaLomita

have a B&B to register,just extra space
in your home and a desire to share your
local culture with traveling women.

Taos, NM 87571
Located in the heart of Taos, the Ruby

TRIANGLE INN

P.O. Box 2069

Slipper is walking distance from the
plaza with all that it has to offer. You
can choose from private or shared bath,
standard or water beds, and several
rooms come with authentic kiva fire

P.O. Box 3235

Santa Fe, NM 87501

(505)455-3375
Situated 11 miles north of Santa Fe on

the road to Taos, The Triangle Inn of
fers 6 individual guest houses con
structed of "real" adobe. With your
choice of an efficiency, a one or two
bedroom, all guest houses also include
full kitchen and bath plus a living area.

place or wood burning stove. There's
lots of cross-country and downhill
skiing and hiking available within close
range. The Ruby Slipper also offers
hammocks and hot tub in the courtyard.

continued on page 32

Whether skiing at Santa Fe,relaxing in
the hot tub in the courtyard,or spending
romantic evenings in the historic city of
Santa Fe, you're sure to enjoy your
stay. Current rates range from $75-$95
per night but you'll need to call since
holiday rates are slightly different and
prices will be changing after the first of
the year.

CORRALESINN
P.O. Box 1361

Corrales, NM 87048

(505)897-4422

15 minutes from Albuquerque and 40
minutes from Santa Fe, you'll find this
a charming Bed & Breakfast. All within

driving distance you'll find: downhill

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hat A World,
hat A World!
The Madwoman
of Provincefown:
Comic Kate Clinton

by Nancy Ford
"I love it when something happens

show.

spontaneously—it kind ofrips through

"1 might prepare two 45-minute sets
and actually get about thirty minutes of
material done. The rest is improv. I'm
doing a part in my show now where 1
just say, "Are there any questions?"

me."

"Ii" is comedy, and Kate Clinton gets
excited when she talks about it.

"It's almost like there's another person
talking. It's really a gift 1 enjoy."
As much as she enjoys it, predomi

They range from "Do you like to eat?"
to "What's your phone number?"

nantly lesbian/feminist audiences have

Katcestimates thatapproximately 10%

enjoyed it too, and then some. Since
1981 she has toured the country serving
up her oft-time political, sometime
graphic, always bulls-eye accurate wit
to increasing numbers of fans.
"The joy of making people laugh"
drove her to comedy.Growing up in a
household with three brothers, Kate

of her audience is male. "We've been
doing such outreach"she teases,as 1 see

an image of feminist comedy mission
aries rapping on chic townhouse doors

on Saturday a.m.,rounding up potential
male audience members a la Jehovah's

Witnesses."1 wish more would come,"
she said, explaining that she considers

learned early on the power comedy
holds."I found that a really good oneliner could keep them away."
She formally began hercareer in March

her material's focus is on gay culture as
. opposed to lesbian humor exclusively.

of 1981 on a dare while on break from

Catholic senior citizens on a scenic tour

teaching high schoolers, which she had

of New England in Provincetown,

done for eight years. The transition
from the classroom to the stage was not
that traumatic. Recalling her students,

Mass,(where Kate makes her home.)
"They were booked into my show,and
they had been told 1 was a drag act. Now

she says,"You learn to work the room.

that was a challenge. It was absolutely

The frightening thing is, the same audi

wild — it was like talking to my mom."
"Everybody had their purses clutched

ence keeps coming back day after day."

Like most comics,Kate has a stockpile

One of her most memorable audiences

was largely comprised of a group of

of scripted material, but she relies on

tightly to themselves, and wore little
plastic mesh hats. The questions were

the audience to steer the course of the

absolutely hysterical. 1 felt like an

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Dec. & Jon. 1989/90

unwitting dupe on 'Heterosexual
Bloops, Blunders and Practical Jokes.'
"Kate Clinton thinks she is going to

perform for a group of radical lesbians,
but we've switched audiences on her."

Finally, as if to add coincidence to
calamity, it turned out the group was
from Fall River, Mass., the district

represented by the recently much-pub
licized Barney Frank. Yes indeed,
comedy is sometimes divine. Some

times even divinely serious.
"At sound check 1 generally say a
Catholic prayer, right from memory.
People always laugh,but I am blessing
the hall and bringing the spirit of the
women in the hall.

"1 go toward it very positively. I ap
proach it very politically, too. I think

when people laugh,they open.They're

Clintonisms:
Kate Clinton on ...

... The Pope
"I cannot respect a man that flies
around kissing airports."

... Her baseball team

"Last year we made Michael Jackson
our team mascot, because he wears

a glove on one hand for no apparent
reason.

... Non-monogamy
"Lord knows I've had more women than

most people have noses."

... On reproduction
"Every Saturday at about one o'clock I
go down to Chuck E. Cheese's. It
works every time."

open and vulnerable,and that's when 1
-From Kate Clinton Live At The Great American

like to sneak in new ideas."

Be forewarned — plan on hearing lots
of new ideas when Kate Clinton comes

Music Hall available at your favorila
bookstora or from Wtiyscrack Records, P.O.
Box 93, Cazenovia, New York 13035.

to town.

TEXAS PLAY DATES
Kate Clinton, the feminist stand-up's
standup,appears at the ArcadiaTheatre

in Dallas on Friday, Dec. 8. Call
Curious Times at (214) 528-4087 for
ticket information. Kate then travels to
Houston for a 2-show concert at

nancy ford
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Dimensions own Nancy Ford. For
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for booking info
coll or write:

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(713)520-7237

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offee

the

A Discussion of Lesbian Literature Both New and Old

This month, T. Sumner Reviews:

HOLIDAY
READING LIST
Four New Books From Noiod Press -

Great for reading or giving as gifts!

This month we're going to take a look at
four books — ail from Naiad Press, Inc..
You'll find ordering information at the
bottom of this article. Rating information

poverty stricken.The stoiy revolves aroimd

Marty and Thea,two"down-on-their-luck"
women who meet in a welfare office in

Tuscon. Ms. Taylor manages to touch on

many important issues (including
discrimination against PWA's, the

ajjpears below.

homeless and the differently-abled, to her
Good

views on our country's welfare system)
while never straying from the telling of a

Cjip Fair

powerful and moving story. I recommend

^ Poor

Rice & Beans to all readers ofgood fiction.

9^

RICE & BEANS

SUE SLATE:PRIVATE EYE

by Valerie Taylor
Naiad Press, Inc.,$8.95
This is an exquisite book that gives real
insight into to the plightofthe homeless and

by Lee Lynch
Naiad Press, Inc., $8.95
OK,I will grant you that it's a siUy idea..

Dec. & Jan. 1989/90 • Dimensions • Page 27

. A feline (as in kitty-cat) detective named

ROSE PENSKI

Sue Slate sets out to solve the murder of"a

by Roz Perry

pteople"in the cat infested neighborhood of
Peacock Alley. Along the way she falls in
love, introduces us to the sinister side of

catdom and gets in many a scrape. Every
cliche you've ever heard about cats and
private-eyes and alot of the ones you've
heard about gay men are included here.
Although it leans tow^ds the trite,this book
.is.eiitertaining. Read it for fun or not at all.

AFTER THE FIRE

by Jane Rule
Naiad Press, Inc., $8.95
IDon't look here for a pat plot with a

Naiad Press Inc., $8.95
You'll Uke this quirky novel as much as
you'll like the main character. Rose Penski.
Rose and her lover, Adelle, are in the San
Francisco

area

while

Adelle

has a

suspicious lump in her breast investigated.
As their fear grows. Rose turns to thing she
knows best — cooking. The relationship
between these two women is filled with the

odd things that grow between two pieople
who have been together for many years.
The short-hand way of communicating, the
understanding of each other's habits, and
Rose's odd trains of thought all combine to
make this quite an endearing story.

cpyjrp

beginning, middle and a "this-settleseverything" ending. Ms. Rule has given us,
instead, a few moments in another persons

All of the above books are available

life.

from your local bookstore or for S8.95

Karen Tasuki has moved to an island off the
coast of Vancouver to learn how to "live

from Naiad Press, Inc., P.O. Box
10543, Tallahassee, FL 32302,(904)

alone". Instead, she finds herself more and

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more involved in the lives of the women on

and handling. Complete catalogs are

the island,and their enigmatic housekeeper.
Red. These women manage, through their

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own ineptitude, to teach Karen the true
meaning of "family."

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TTie holidays are a time of family,together
ness, giving and love, right? Well, yes, but
they are also times of stress, budget-busting
and even depression. We all have different
ways of coping with the holidays but some

people tend to go to the extremes. How do
you react to the holidays? Answer the 10
questions below and find out!

1. You normally begin shopping for
Christmas gifts:
a. at the January sales.
b. the day after Thanksgiving.
c. Christmas eve.

2. When you buy Christmas gifts, you:
a. spend alot on everyone on your iisL
b. try to find a sjjecial gift that isn't too
expensive for everyone.

c. you putit off and end up buying whatever
you can find at the last minute.
3.You send Christmas cards to:

a.everyone you've ever met,from elemen
tary school on.
b. to close friends and family.

c. to whoever sent you cards last year.

4. For Christmas dinner, you:

a. like a big crowd and turkey with all the
trimmings.

b. prefer something special but simple for
yourself and a few close friends or family.

c. want to go out to a restaurant You don t
want to cook on a holiday.

Are You A

5.When it comesto Holiday parties,you:

a. go to every one you're invited to

you

can rest after the first of the year.

b. only go to business parties and those of

Christmas
Junkie?

close friends.

c.avoid them —you hate to go and act nice
to people you only see once a year.
6. Your season's decorations are:

a. three tons of lights, a nativity scene with
singing wise-men and a mechanical Santa
in the front yard.

Dec. & Jan. 1989/90 • Dimensions • Page 29

b. a nicely decorated Christmas tree and
maybe a few strings of outdoor lights.
c. a couple of Christmas cards taped to the
fridge.

remember that you don't have to spend

$100 on everybody on your list and take
some time for yourself. You'll be much
better prepared, both physically and men
tally, for the new year.

7.If your parents decided to go away for
the holidays, you:
a. would be horrified. How could they do
this to your traditions?
h. would be glad. They deserve a break,

c. would be happy.Itsaves you from having
to make the trek home.

ANSWER THE LAST

THREE QUESTIONS WITH:
A for Always, B for Sometimes,

20-30
You strike a good balance between tradi

tion, family and friends during this season.
You know better than to try to outdo every
one in the decoration and gift departments,
but you're jjerfectly willing to "whoop it
up" a little and indulge yourself a bit. You
understand that it is alright to be sentimental
about Christmas,but you don't let it control
you.

and C for Never.

8. The gifts I give are better than those I
receive.

9.1 usually run my credit card bills sky high
this time of year.
10. It wouldn't seem like Christmas if I
wasn't tired from all the frenzy.

SCORING

10-19
O.K. Scrooge,so Christmas is just another
day of the year to you, and you don't see
why you should knock yourself out to con
form to everyone else's idea of a perfect

holiday. You might just be surprised by
how much fun you can have if you'll only
loosen up a bit. Send out a few Christmas
cards, accept an invitation or two, and try

Give yourself points as follows:
4 points for each"A" answer.
2 points for each "B" answer.
1 point for each "C" answer.

if you scored:
31-40
You really go overboard this time of year
and you end up paying for it after January 1.

putting some real thought into the gifts you
buy. Depression is a big problem this time
of year — pteople set their expectations so
high that they are bound to feel let down.
Maybe this was a problem for you in the
past, and now you've resorted to no exptectations at all to avoid the disappointment.
You could have a great time this year — if
you'll let yourself.

Frazzled nerves, big credit-card bills, and a
wrecked diet are just
some of the fallout

from your holiday
overindulgence.

A

little restraint could go
a long way towards
helping you settle

down and truly enjoy
the holidays. Turn
down an invitation or

two, tone down your

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WINTER TRAVEL - cont.from page 21

Rates range from $55-$80 per night,
double occupancy (subtract $5 for
single occupancy).
BRECKENRIDGE
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Breckenridge, CO
(303)453-6475
Located one mile from the town of

Breckenridge, the Breckenridge
Mountain House offers something a
little different You can rent this 2 1/2

bedroom(+ loft) home for a minimum
offour women(although you can bring
up to ten). The more the merrier—and

at $275 per night during the winter
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Rates were not available, but you can
call the number above for more info!

ASPEN SKI WEEK
January 21-27,1990
You'll have to find your own accom
modationsfor this one,butonce you've
arrived, give the Aspen Gay/Lesbian
Group a call at (303) 468-1956 for

information on parties, ski groups,etc.
In the past this has been a predomi
nantly gay male event but more and

more women are participating every
year!

If you don't see anything here that in
terests you, be sure to check out the

guide books available for lesbians and
gays. These guides are invaluable for
the traveler. The addresses for three of
the"Biggies"are listed below - write to

the cheaper the price per person (only
$27.50 per night with ten people). All

them for copies of their guides or find

linens, cooking utensils, etc. are pro

them at your local bookstore

vided — all you have to bring is your

GAIA'S GUIDE

self, your food and a good cook.8um-

412 Archway Road

mer rates are $120 per night and up

London, N. 16, England

dejjending on the number of people in

Women's intemational guidebook. Listing

your group.

for all of the U.S.,Europe,Canada, Austra
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(303) 355-1818

Places of Interest to Women is a general

This refurbished, 100 year-old Victo
rian home will bring out the romantic in
you! Located in the heart of Denver,
you'll have access to local bars & res
taurants,as well as museums,the Den

ver mint and many other attractions.
Also,I'm told that many local women
come here for Holy Unions,anniversa
ries, birthdays, etc... so maybe you'll
get a chance to make some new friends!

Phoenix, AZ 85032

guide book to U.S.,Canada,Australia,New
Zealand, and Mexico. Inn Plar-pc jj a
comprehensive guide to B & B's and other
accommodations across the the same areas
G AYELLOW PAGES
P.O. Box 292

Village Station, NY, NY 10014
General guide book for both lesbians and
gay men covering the U.S. and Canada,

National Edition - $10.

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OBtry:
MIRROR IMAGES

Like a warm feeling of security.
Your smile overpowers me.
My eyes ore the key to my soul.

Cost a glance at them; And you shall see
A reflection of yourself...
the way I see you.
The way you con never see yourself.

Your dreams are the biggest part of you.
The port I admire most.

The port that you should keep.
Yet, and yet.. .
There is an even better part of you.
This is your heart.

It is so fragile, so daring,so eager to ...
To give all that it has.
And ask nothing in return.
Let me be your mirror.
Look into my eyes;
For if you do, you will see my soul.
You will see yourself...
The way only I see you.
-R. Garza

Houston, TX

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oroscope
What's in the Stars for You this month?

SCORPIO
(Oct 24th -Nov 22nd)

December 15th - 31st
You'11 have to keep out ofthe limelightright
before Christmas so that you can finish a
project at work before the holidays. Once
you're finished, watch out! Going out and
having friends over dominate the rest of the
month.

January
Your personal life is looking up for 1990 but
you'11 have to take a serious look at ho w you
handle your personal finances. Now is a
good time to sit down and figure out a
budget for the coming year. A hot new

romance may come on the scene this month,
it may not last, but it will be fun while it
does! A raise or promotion early in the
month could help you with some of your
holiday debt. Your social life is exciting and
this could be tied in with your new flame!

SAGIHARIUS
(Nov 23 - Dec 21)

December 15th - 31st
A holiday bonus or raise could lift your
spirits right now, but don't be tempted to
spend it all! You may be asked to host a
party or assume leadership for an
organization that you belong to. Your love
life gets a boost around the 20th.

January
The trick this year is to get off to a good start
and it looks like you'll have all the right
opportunities as January rolls around.
Home, business and especially love are all
looking up this month. Now is a good time

romantic adventure that's headed your way.

CAPRICORN
(Dec 22nd - Jan 19th)

December 15th - 31st
You feel short-tempered this holiday
season.Try to control yourself or you could
make everyone's Christmas miserable.
Social activities could bring back your good
will, so take advantage of all those
invitations. After Christmas, you feel more
relaxed and you are ready for a festive New
Year's celebration!

January
You may feel like everyone is picking on
you, particularly at work, as the new year
gets under way.The feeling will pass by the
10th. Try to keep your temper under
control, it's better to lose a few battles than

to lose friends. After the 15th, things
smooth out and you're able to get
everything back on track at work and at

home. Something that has been causing
stress will ease up and let you enjoy the
company of friends and co-workers again.
Your love life will see some improvement
during this pteriod.

AQUARIUS
(Jan 20th - Feb 18th)

December 15th - 31 st
Focus on your work in the weeks before the
holidays and your lifestyle could change for
the better after the first of the year. There
will be plenty of time for social activities

after hours and you will be in the sptotlight.
Pay holiday bills before the 1 st and you can

to sit down and set some goals for your
career and personal life.If you are currently

have a relaxing New Year's.

involved in a relationship, things will
certainly be on the right track this month, if

If you made any resolutions, you'll have to
work hard to keep them this year. Some

Jahuary

you are single, look out for an exciting

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what you need to lift your spirits after the
stress of the holidays. And, a new romantic
interest could be pressuring you for a

compromise or you may find yourself in
court. Keep a low profile imtil the 20th and
that should help immensely in relieving
tensions. Someone you've heljjed in the
past will come back to help you in an
unexpected way late in the month. Accept
their help graciously and you'll have an ally

commitment. Don't be afraid to say "yes",
it could be the best decision you've made in

for life. Romance is the high point of
January.

goals you set for yourself in past years may
have been set too high and you'll have to
adjust them to more realistic terms now. A

raise or promotion at work could be just

years.

TAURUS
PISCES
(Feb 19th-Mar 20th)
December 15th - 31st
Your career is spot-lighted right now and a

(April 20th - May 20th)
December 15th - 31st
All that hard work you've been doing lets up

raise or bonus could bring the money you

right now so you can enjoy a holiday rest. A
long trip at Christmas may be just what the

need to make this a special Christmas. You

doctor ordered to help you relieve some

may be in a mood to reminisce during the

stress. Keep a cool head though when it

holiday season and having old friends and
family around you is just what the doctor

comes to romance, you could be in over

ordered to relieve some of the stress you've

January

your head.

been feeling.

January
1990 may start out a bit confusing for
Pisces.Conflicting orders from the boss and
friends who say one thing and do another

may be making you crazy. Everything
straightens out by the 10th and you'll feel
much better about yourself and those

around you. A platonic friendship may be
heating up this month and the romance you
find could be just what you've dreamed of.
Be very careful when driving this month,
your potential for accidents is very high.

ARIES
(Mar 21st - April 19)
December 15th - 31st
A relationship that has been on the rocks
could take an unexpected turn for the better

and lift your spirits for the coming holidays.
Finances are also on an upswing and you
can afford something special for a loved

one. Everything is going your way and you
couldn't be happier!

January
An argument with a friend or family
member could quickly escalate into a major
war. Try your best to work out a

You'll need to set some goals about what
you want to do with your career during the
fnst partofJanuary.The perfectjob may not
be offered but you could fmd yourself in a
position to influence the people who could
help you the most.Tax time is a few months
away but some organization right now
could save you some heartache later on.
Romance is put on the back burner this
month as more pressing matters take your
attention.

GEMINI
(May 21st - June 21st)
December 15th - 31 st
All work and no play makes Gemini a very
unhappy girl right now.Everyone is getting
into the holiday spirit and you have tied
yourself down with work. Try to sneak in
some social activities after hours, you may

end up tired, but this time of year is short
lived and you don't want to miss out!
January
A temper tantrum early in January could
cause you problems throughout the month.
Yelling won'tsolve the problem,it's best to
keep your mouth shut and stay out of the
limelight, things will solve themselves in

Dec. & Jan. 1989/90 • Dimensions • Page 35

time. Your career is looking up after the
10th,a raise or promotion may not be in the
cards for several months, but the attention
you get from higher-ups is definitely
working for your benefit.Take time out for
a short, romantic trip towards month end.

VIRGO
(August 23rd - Sept 22nd)
December 15th - 31st

CANCER

You may have a tendency to go overboard
on holiday spending if you don't keep a
close eye on your pocketbook. Small
inexpensive gifts will bejustas tqjpreciated.

(June 22th - July 22th)
December 15th - 31st

Work gets easier in time to allow you to
enjoy the holiday social scene and you've
never been happier to get out of the house.

Travel is on the agenda during the holiday
season, it may be a working vacation, but

January

Any partnerships that you involve yourself

Most Virgo-ans will find the first part of
January a good time to relax and make plans
for the coming year. Some,however will be
so busy they won't have time to sit down,
much less relax. You may find that you'll
have more details than you thought to work
out before you can get things back on track.

in this month will be around for a long time.

If your love life has been good for awhile,it

Romantic commitmaits could last for

can only getbetter,if it hasn'tbeen up to par,
now is the time to get things moving again.

that doesn't mean it won't be fun! A new

romance could brighten you social life also,
new friends come into the picture that can
make your holidays even more fun.

January

years, as could could business partnerships
set up this month. You will want to work
these commitments out in writing or sit
down and talk about it in detail or you will
feel insecure until you do.Co-workersseem
easier to get along with right now.

LIBRA
(Sept 23rd - Oct 23rd)
December 15th-31st
Money is the main focus in the weeks before

LEO

(July 23rcl - August 22nd)
December 15th - 31st
Social obligations could be getting you
down right now. You wantsome peace and
quiet to work out some jjersonal or family
problem that has been bothering you.Tum
down a few invitations and focus on your

problem. Once it is solved, you'll be ready
to get back in the holiday party scene and
enjoy it more!

January

Christmas. With a little work and thought,
you could hit the jackpot! After the 22nd,
your focus switches to family and loved
ones. A love relationship that has fallen on
hard times recently could take on a new
glow. Enjoy.

January
Taking criticism personally at work or at
home could lead to some anger on your part
during the first part of January. Try to
control your temper and take this criticism
as it was meant — friendly. You may be

vacation right now. You could wind up in

looking for a romantic commitment right
now, but don't count on getting what you
want It could tum out for the best though,
since it's likely that you will be attracted to

financial trouble for the rest of the year.

someone special towards the end of the

Take the time to express your feelings to

month.

Don't give in to the temptation to go off on
a wild spending spree or extravagant

your loved ones, it will keep them happy
and make you feel more secure.Say no to all
business deals after the 20th,someone may
be taking you for aride you don't want to go
on.

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Irectory
A Listing of Service Organizations, Businesses & Clubs
ARLINGTON,TX (area code 817)

organizations
Gay/Lesbian Association of UTA
P.O. Box 19348-77, UTA St. 76019
794-5140

AUSTIN,TX (area code 512)
clutss

Dallas Gay Alliance
4012-B Cedor Springs 75219 <528-4233
Dallas GayAesblan Historic Arctiives
4012-B Cedor Springs < 821-1653
Dallas Gay Youtti Group
300 Turtle Creek Plozo #116 < 307-7203
Dallas Outdoors
P.O. Box 35474 75235 < 276-5270
Dallas Tavern Guild
3900 Lemmon Ave. #220 < 526-5292

Nexus/Petticoat Junction

Foundation for Human Understanding

401 & 401-B E. 2ncl.495-9553

528-4233

organizations

GayAesblan Young Adults

Affirmation (Mettiodist)
7403 Stioai Creek • 451-2329

528^233

Austin Lamtxta

2727 Ook Lown 75219 < 528-2811

Grace Fellowstiip in Ctirist Jesus

P.O. Box 5455 78763
Gay/Lesbian Student
Association at UT Austin <458-3971
Box 275 Texas Union 78712-7338

Lesbian/Gay Rigtits Lobby
P.O. Box 2505 78768

Metropolitan Community Ctiurctr
1100 Sprlngdcle Rd. < 929-3660
Oasis Ministry

Lesbian Information Line (LiL)
P.O. Box 191443 75219 < 528-2426

Lesbia/Gay Political Coalition
P.O. Box 224424 75222 < 828-9882
Lesbian Visionaries
P.O. Box 191443 75219 < 521-9642

Metroplex Republicans
P.O. Box 191033 75219 < 941-8114

Oak Lawn Community Services

Waterloo Counseling Center

3000 Turtle Creek Rozo,Suite 116
75219-5311 < 520-8108

507 Powell 78703 < 322-9654

Oak Lawn Symptionic Band

5555 N. Lomor Blvd. #L101 < 441-9191

Texas Human Rigtits Foundation

P.O. Box 190973 75219 < 986-1751

2201 N. Lomor # 203 78705 < 479-8473

WANT -(Women In Tfie Arts)

AIDS Legol Asslstonce 1-800-828-6417

288-9299 or 823-3105

Womyn Togettier

3920 Cedar Springs < 528-4233

DALLAS, TX (area code 214)
businesses
Business Delivery Systems
14902 Preston Rd. 75240 < 733-1108
Crossroads Market
3930 Cedor Springs
521-8919 or 1-800-992-6404

Curious Times - Women's Books etc.
4008-D Cedar Springs 75219 < 528-4087

DENTON,TX (area code 817)

organizations
COURAGE, Lesbian Gay Student Org.
c/o Student Activities Center
P.O. Box 5067 76203 < 382-3813

FT. WORTH (area c<xle 817)

clubs
Sue Ellen's
3903 Cedor Springs < 559-0707
Desert Moon < 5903 Willis • 828-4471

organizations

organizations

Affirmation (Mettiodlst) < 478-7837

clubs
Partners <1612 Park Place < 924-2519

Affirmation (Mettiodisf)
P.O. Box 225831 75222 < 948-1546
AIDS Resource Center
4012-B Cedor Springs 75219

HOUSTON, TX (area code 713)
clubs

Ctiurcti of ttie New Covenant-Sun @ 11

Ttie Ranch

1000 S. Sherman #B < 828-0771

9125 S. Main < 666-3464

Dec. & Jon. 1989/90 • Dinnensions • Poge 37

organizations

National Gay/Lesbian Crisisiine

AIDS Foundation
3400 Montros© #700 •524-AIDS
AIDS HOTLINE

National GayAesbian Task Force

1-800-SOS-GAYS
1517 U Street NW

Gay/Lesblon Students
University of Houston

Washington D.C. 20009 • 202-332-6483
The Fund for Hunrxin Dignity
666 Broadway 4th Floor

4800 Calhoun •529-3211

NY. NY 10012

c/o Switchboard • 529-3211

Gay & Lesbian Swltchtxiard
P.O. Box 66591 77266 •529-3211

Houston Gay Political Caucus
P.O. Box 66664 77266 •521-1000
Kingdom Community Churcti
614 E. 19th.862-7533
Lambda ALANON
Lambda Ceriter for Aichohoiics
1214 Joanne • 521-9772

Lesbian/Gay Students
University of Houston - Clear Lake
2700 Bay Area 77058
Montrose Pool League/Billiards
PJ 863-8482
PWA Coalition - Houston
3327 Essex Lane *623-4436

NORMAN,OK (area code 405)

organizations
Women's Resource Center
P.O. Box 5089 73070

OKLAHOMA CITY, OK
(area code 405)

organizations
Oasis the Community Center
2135 NW 39th 73112 • 525-AIDS

Herland Sister Resources, Inc.
2312 NW 39th 73112 • 794-7464

Womynspace

SAN ANTONIO,TX (area code 512)

P.O. Box 980601 77098-0601
880-9517 or 521-0780

clubs

Women's Softtxsii League

8021 Pinebrook • 341-2618

6431 Pineshade • 868-6256

The Circle

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LUBBOCK.TX (area code 806)

Dignity/San Antonio
202 N. St. Mary's• 349-3632

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Integrity/San Antonio

Lubbock Lesbian/Gay Alliance

P.O. Box 150006 78212.684-4920

P.O. Box 64746 79464• 796-2403

Names Project/Lubbock

River City Living Metropolitan
Community Church

796-1800 or 744-1957

202 Holland 78212 • 822-1121

LISA (Lesbian Information SA)
828-LlSA (5472)

SALGA - San Antonio Lesbian & Gay
NATIONAL ORGANIZATIONS

Assembly • 733-7300

Affirmation: United Methodists for

San Antonio AIDS Foundation
P.O. Box 120113 78212-9313
Son Antonio Tavern Guild • 822-2823

Lesbian/Gay Concerns
P.O. Box 1021 • Evanston, iL 60204
AIDS Action Council

729 Eighth St. S.E. Suite 200
Washington. DC 20003 .(202) 547-3101
AIDS 800 • 1-800-221-7044
Conference For Catholic Lesbians

P.O. Box 436, Planetarium Station
New York, New York 10024

SOUTH PADRE ISLAND, TX
(area code 512)
accomodations
Lyie'sDeck • 120E. AtolSt.
P.O. Box 2326 78597 • 761-LYLE

Nil Gay Alliance for Young Adults,
Inc.P.O. Box 190426

y//.

Dallas, TX 75219-0426 •(214)307-7203

National Gay/Lesbian Clearinghouse
666 Broadway 4th Floor
NY, NY 10012

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ews

From Around the Region,the Country & the World
Dallas Activist

Bill Nelson Elected as
New THRF President

Alan Levi,a certified public accountant
in Dallas, was elected as the new treas

urer of the organization.
Nell Hahn and Steve Davis,both attor

AUSTIN - At its October quarterly

neys firom Austin, were elected as new

board meeting held last week in Hous

trustees to the board.

ton, the board of trustees of the Texas

THRF's legal director, David Bryan,

Human Rights Foundation (THRF)

characterized the new slate of officers

elected a new slate of officers and
added two additional trustees.

for THRF as a balanced blend of old

Elected as THRF's new president was
Bill Nelson of Dallas,former president

and new talent and experience for the
organization. "I believe Bill Nelson's

history of activism will set a new tone

of the Dallas Gay Alliance and long

for THRFas it carries out the important

time THRF board member. Owner of

work in which it is involved, while at

Crossroads Market in Dallas, Mr. Nel
son was instrumental in founding the

the same time THRF will benefit from

AIDS Resource Center in Dallas and

his experience of having been a trustee
for many years,"Bryan said."I am also

was a former candidate for city council

excited by the addition of new trustees

in Dallas. Mr. Nelson succeeds Frank

from Austin, where THRF has been

Stenger of Austin,an assistant attorney

under-represented in the past."
At the meeting last week,Sue Lovell of

general for the State of Texas, who has
served as THRF's president since Oc
tober of 1988. Stenger remains on

former president ofthe Houston Gay &

THRF's board as chair of its litigation

Lesbian Polidcal Caucus, was named

Houston,a THRF board member and a

committee.

as the chair of THRF's nominating

Elected as THRF's vice-president was

committee charged with identifying

Donald Skipwith, a Houston attorney

new trustees to be considered for the
board of trustees at the January meet

who also serves as vice-chair of the
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ing.Persons interested in learning more
about service on THRF's board or

dent; after six years of dedicated serv

about the work ofthe organization may
contact David Bryan or Sue Lovell at

ice as a trustee, Harrington submitted

(512)479-8473.

his resignation, which was accepted by

THRF's board presently consists of 13

the board.

trustees living in Austin, San Antonio,

Dec. & Jan. 1989/90 • Dimensions • Page 7

Houston and Dallas. The board meets

First Legal Day in Texas; First Gay

quarterly in various cities around the
state, and its meetings in 1990 are ten

Pride March; Referral Services; A
women's softball team; speaker's bu
reau; and various concerts, dances and

tatively set for Austin,El Paso,Corpus
Christi and Lubbock., as part of the
statewide organizations effort to in

volve gay men, lesbians and persons
with AIDS from outside the larger
metropolitan areas of the state.
THKF is the sponsor of the litigation
pending in an Austin court known as

other functions. Austin Lambda also

spun off several groups including: The
Alliance; Gay Fathers; Lesbian Moth
ers; and ALSO(Austin Lesbians Speak
Out).
Austin Lambda as a legal corporation

will continue to exist in name only. If

21.06 of the Texas Penal Code, which

you have any suggestions for future
uses of this organization as a commu
nity enterprise, please write them at:

criminalizes private,consensualsexual

P.O. Box 5455, Austin, TX 78763.

Morales vs. The State of Texas, chal

lenging the constitutionality of Section

relations between two men or two

women. Linda Morales of Houston is

THRF's lead plaintiff in the case,
which also includes four more plain
tiffs from Austin and Dallas. The State

is attempting to have the case dismissed
and a hearing will be scheduled late this
year in the matter.

Austin Lambda to

Cease Operations
AUSTIN - September 1989 marked
Austin Lamda's tenth anniversary.One
month later the organization has ceased
to exist except in name only.
Claiming a lack ofcommunity support,
Austin Lambda will close it's office

and cease publication of it's newsletter

effective immediately.
Austin Lambda has been instrumental

in making major contributions to the

gay community both in Austin and
throughout the state of Texas. A partial
list of their accomplishments includes:

Newly Formed Lesbian
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Members
DALLAS - Women in the Arts Net-

WOTking Together (WANT), a newly
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ropolitan area is seeking members.
Writers, artists, musicians, thespians
and all others, whether amateur or pro
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Meetings are held the second and fourth

Thursdaysofeach month at the Womyn
for Womyn Resource Center at 1315
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Goals of WANT include: creating a

refenal network for women in the arts;
Increasing the audience for women in
the performing arts; and to provide an
alternative environment that fosters
creativity.
Plans are being made now for a 1990
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planned fqr TJ's in Denton on Decem
ber 16th to help make the festival a

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reality.
If you would like to become a member
or are interested in learning more about
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but a company spokesposon says the
book will not go to press until a goo
cross-section of the community's
multi-racial and multi-cultural wed

ding ceremonies has been assembled.
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photograjrfis of their ceremonies, in
either black and white or color, along

with a 500 to 1000 word description of

Lesbian Press to

their love story and decision to commit
their vows. Subject to negotiation,

Publish Wedding Book

contributors will receive a fee or per

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Magazine, WIM Publications, a les

further information is available from

bian-feminist publishing company is
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and gay Wedding Book,a non-fiction
pictorial that will document same-sex

Dr. Dianne Bogus,WIM Publications,
3601 CrowellRd.#100,Turlock,CaUf.

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AUSTIN - If you're looking for enter
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NEXUS & PErnCOAT JUNCTION,

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tickets and see Lucie Blue Tremblay

Dec. & Jan. 1989/90 • Dimensions • Page 11

on the 14th at 8pm, tickets are

in

advance and $10 at the door.
DENTON - Women In The Arts Net

working Together(WANT)is sponsor
ing a Show to Benefit the 1990 Texas
Women's Festival! The show will e

held atTJ'satl215E.University Dr.in
Denton on December 16th at 10pm.All
proceeds will go towards the festival so get out and show your support!

DALLAS - Radical feministspeaker &
author,Sonia Johnson will be appear
ing at the Arlington Hall at Lee Park at
3401Turtle Creek on December 10th &
11th. On the 10th Sonia will host a

workshop entitled "Breaking Up
With Patriarchy Instead of Each
Other" and a dinner will be held after
the workshop. On the 11th Sonia will

give a lecture entitled "Wildfire: Ig
niting the She/Volution". Tickets are
available at Curious Times, Cross

DALLAS/HOUSTON - Comedian

roads Market and at the door. Call

Kate Clinton, will appear at the Ar

(214)823-4279 for more information.
The event is sponsored by WILDWISE, a new non-profit organization

cadia Theatre in Dallas on Friday,
Dec. 8. Tickets are available at Curi

ous Times, Crossroads Market or by
calling Rainbow Ticketmaster at .

for lesbians in Dallas.

Kate then travels to Houston for a two-

DALLAS - Check out the DESERT

show concert at Fitzgerald's on SaL,
Dec. 9. Appearing with Kate will be:
guitarist Edna Garcia, The Wynne

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Walker Band, actress/playwright
Marianne Pendino,and Dimensions'

own Nancy Ford. For ticket info call
Inklings Alternative Bookshop or
Fitzgerald's. And, don't miss Nancy

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ear/T(
gnes
Answers to your questions about love,
relationships & personoi probiems
Dear Readers
In late November, we received the fol

lowing letter in the Dimensions office.
Although it was marked "Letter to the
Editor", we thought it would be more
appropriate and more widely read in
this column.

and 10 percent of male couples had
"ritualized their relationship with a
ceremony." More than one-third had
executed legal agreements to protect
their relationship. (Results based on
812 respondents.)
Unfortunately, these couples cannot
choose to legally marry and depend on

Dear gay and lesbian

existing laws to support their family

community and supporters:

life. The legal contracts we make can

Syndicated advice columnist Ann Lan

replicate only some of the protections

ders has asked what her readers think

that are automatic with marriage. Just
one example: A widowed lesbian part

about "legal sanctions for same-sex
couples." To communicate your sup
port for the rights of gay and lesbian
couples, write to Ann Landers,c/o The
Chicago Tribune, 435 N. Michigan

ner cannot claim her departed spouse's
Social Security benefits.

And this inequity is far-reaching. At
least 10 million Americans are in same-

Avenue,Chicago,IL 60611.

sex relationships,judging from a recent
San FranciscoExaminer poll thatfound

Here's what we told Ms. Landers:

60 percent of gay men and lesbians in

We think lesbians and gay men should

relationships.
Our society should support these gay

be able to legally marry. In our view,
it's a matter of civil rights. Not to
mention simple fairness and good
sense.

and lesbian families for the same rea

sons we support traditional families.
Functional families make better neigh
bors and more productive citizens.

Too often, gay and lesbian relation
ships have been attacked as antithetical
to "Family values." Nothing could be

Sincerely
Stevie Bryant and Demian,Ed.D.

further from the truth. Gay and lesbian

Publishers/Editors

couples — and their children — are

PARTNERS: The Newsletter

genuine families. They share with all

for Gay & Lesbian Couples

families the traditional value of love,

Box 9685, Seattle, WA 98109

caring and mutual support

The truth is,gay and lesbian couples are
already marrying one another in both
religious and secular ceremonies. Ac

cording to preliminary results of our
national survey of gay and lesbian
couples, 16 percent of female couples

This is Agnes Talking: After we re

ceived this letter Ann Landers printed
some of the responses to her question
on November 26th. She indicated that

opinion was running 2 to 1 against
legalizing gay & lesbian marriages.

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Now get out those pencils and lets
change the numbers!

Dear Waiting,

Dear Agnes,

head, even if you have an open door
policy, will be "cutting your own

I have worked for the same company in
the same location for fifteen years. I
loved my job up until the last year and
a half. A new boss was shipped in and
everything has been all downhill ever
since.

First off this guy knew nothing about
the whole operation here. He thinks he

is too good to get his hands dirty. No
matter what happens he never pitches

Don't go to his boss. Going over his

throat."

You could try talking directly to him,
mention that you need help with a proj
ect and every one else is tied up. Could
he help? See what kind of reaction you
geultcouldbehe doesn't know whatto
do. And if he has never been employed
in this line of work, he may think he is
doing what he needs to do.By all means
be tactful anddon'tattackhisbehavior.

in. Basically, he has a "holier than

<S

thou" attitude.

Now,I am notjust saying this because
I think someoneelse should have gotten
the job, but there were people here that
could have handled the job a lot more
efficiently than he is.

He is a college boy with clean finger
nails. He has management snowed and
he treats everybody around here like
dirt.

What should I do? Should I talk,to his

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Lesbian
Botterin
The Reality of Violence
in Our Community
by Karen Stewart

Thefollowing article isacondensed version
oftwo ofafive part series collected by Ms.
Stewart. Due to space limitaiions we are
unable to publish allfive articles in their
entirety. If you would like a copy of the
articles, please contact Ms. Stewart at
(512)339-8508.

There are many in the lesbian
community that believe lesbian
battering could notexist—that women
are not capable of physically and
emotionally abusing other women.
But, it does exist and it is much more

widespread than most of us are aware.

In Austin in 1985, the Austin Coalition
Against

Abuse

in

Lesbian

Relationships(ACAALR)conducted a
survey of81 lesbians. They found that
65% of those surveyed said they had
experienced abuse in one or more adult
relationships. Of this 65%, 70%

reported physical abuse, 85%
emotional abuse and 32% reported

sexual abuse. 13% reported that they
were the abusive one in

the

relationship. In line with national
statistics on women in the general

population, one third said that they
were sexually abused as children and
over 50% report emotional abuse as
children.

Battered lesbians deny their abuse or
refuse to seek help out of fear that they
will not be believed or because they see

no way out of the relationship. They
may also be afraid to approach
mainstream battered women's shelters

for fear of a homophobic response and
because there is little or no community
support or services in this area. Many
lesbians do not believe that there is any
abuse occurring within their

Page 16 • Dimensions • Dec. & Jan. 1989/90

community.

adhere to an exact time schedule, wear

In addition, many battered women live
in a constant state of denial. They
believe that what they are experiencing
is not really abusive, that they are

a certain hairstyle, etc...
•Demonstration ofPower—Assigns
chores, laws, curfew. Makes

responsible for the abuse because of
some flaw within themselves,or that if
they will just "work harder" or "be

discrediting remarks, physical and
sexual abuse.

• Dependency — No access to bank

better" the abuse will stop^
Abuse can be brought about by many

account; won't let you have job or
makes you work to support partner.
• Occasional Indulgences — sudden

causes. Most common is alcohol or

changes of heart, brings you

drug abuse, although childhood
experiences and many other

extravagant gifts or does something for

experiences do contribute to abuse.
Recognizing that you are battered or are

• Crazymaking — convinces you that

an abuser is the first step to healing.
Below, I've gone into some detail on
recognizing the signs of the different

rules; she's not violent, you're

you that you didn't expect.

what you said, you didn't; changes
paranoid; uses things you've told her

abuse are attempts to exert power or

about yourself against you; buys you
gifts and then blames you for money
problems; tells you things are

control over another person.

happening when they aren't and vice

kinds of abuse. All of these forms of

At the end of this article, you will find
a resource list on where to find help for
yourself, your lover or a friend.

versa.

Physical Abuse
Physical abuse almostalway goes hand

TYPES OF ABUSE
Emotional Abuse
Below are listed some of the signs of
emotional abuse

with a short

in hand with emotional abuse,
however; all emotional abusers are not

physically abusive.
Physicalabuse can rangefrom pushing,

explanation.

shoving and outright fist fights to

• Isolation — Alienation from family
and friends; refuses to provide money
or transportation; may move you away
to another city, state or even country;

burning the skin, putting guns and
knives in the vagina, and stabbing or
shooting.

the abuser may also refuse to have a
telephone; irrational jealousy.

Sexual Abuse

• Threats — threatens to kill or hurt

Although much of the description of
physical abuse can also be applied to

you; have you committed; find you no

sexual abuse,sexual abuse can take on

matter where you go; or to commit

Insulting jokes, name calling,ordering

many different forms. Forcing you to
have sex, forcing you to participate in
group sex or have sex with another
partner,or doing anything sexual that is

around.

against your will is abusive.

• Trivial Demands — makes you

Don't confuse S/M sex with abuse.

suicide if you leave.
• Humiliation/Degradation —

Dec. & Jan. 1989/90 • Dimensions • Page 17

While S/M,like any form ofsex,can be
abusive,this isn't always the case. Most
S/M sex is consentualand both partners
agree beforehand on how3 far things

SAN ANTONIO

Resource Center •Frances Timmons,Counselor
(512)732-0757
OKLAHOMA

will go and a code word to stop things if
they get out of hand.

Shirley M. Hunter, M.A. • (405)848-5429

WHAT TO DO

Women's Learning Resource Center

NEW MEXICO
(505)268-2116

If you are a battered lesbian or a

Hania Stromberg, M.A., M.S.W.

batterer, you are not alone and you can
end you nightmare. Seek help from
your friends and family if possible and
seek professional help(a resource listis

(505)268-7477

provided at the end of this article).

BOOKS
Lobel, Kerry ed. Naming the Violence:
Speaking Out About Lesbian Battering.
Washington: Seal Press, 1986. Stories from

If you have a friend or family member
who is involved in an abusive

relationship,remember that you cannot

LOUISIANA
Multi-Service Center •(504) 561-5861

battered lesbians, articles from women in the

make their decisions for them — what

movement on history and programs.

you can do is offer your support and
love. Supply them with reading

Sonkin, Daniel. Learning to Live Without

material on abusive relationships. The
more they read,the more likely they are

Oriented toward straight men but helpful for

Violence. San

Francisco: Volcano Press.

lesbian bauerers.

to recognize themselves as a battered
woman or abuser. Offer them a place to

stay ifand when they cometo a decision
to leave — many women are, or f^el
that they are,financially dependent on

NiCarthy, Ginny. Getting Free: A Handbook
for Women in Abusive Relationships.
Washington: the Seal Press, 1982. A straightoriented self-help book. Revised edition has
section on lesbian battering.

their abuser and will need your help in
this area. And, last but not least, refer
them to this resource list for

professional help.
AUSTIN

Center for Battered Women's Shelter
Outreach (512)385-5181

Waterloo Counseling (512)322-9654
In Hayes County - Women's Center

Books and music

for the feminist,

gay and lesbian
communities.

(512)396-4357

Open Tuesday Saturday from
10:30 to 6:30 p.m.,
and Sunday
1 to 5 pjn.

Inklings

DALLAS

an alternative bookshop

t-®tvn Community Services

3000 Turtle Creek Plaza •(214)520-8108
(no specific program but focus on lesbian issues)
HOUSTON

Sharon Stone & Associates

3935 Westheimer, Suite 306•(713)623-6081

1846 Richmond • Houston, Texas 77098
Owners: Pokey Anderson and Annise PaAer

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What does

Stephanie
Knowiond has

the power...

Even as a child, Stephanie realized
that her psychic abilities set her
apart from others. Now, a crazed
killer whom she helped send to
prison is determined to exact his

your ex-lover
mean to you?

Are you best friends? Enemies? Do
you provide emotionail support for
one another . . . or have you lost
contact? Through dozens of per
sonal interviews with lesbians and

their ex-lovers, Carol Becker has

charted the course that a break-up

revenge on Stephanie and her
lover. Stephanie's power alone is
not enough to save them against
the psychopath who has decided to
play a fiendish cat-and-mouse

may take. She shows how the end of

game with the two women.

family and community.

THE

CRYSTAL CURTAIN

by Sandy Dayar

a relationship can provide a time for
important personal growth, and

how former lovers can also serve as
the foundation for new forms of

UNDROKEN TIESi
Lesbian Ex-Lovers
by Carol Decker

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WINTER
TRAVEL
FOR
WOMEN

OF THE 9
by Tasha Sumner

It's thattime again! Timefor our annual

expect of you when you stay at their

"Winter Travel" article. In June of

homes. Your Hostess or Host likes

1988, Dimensions sent out a survey to
ourreaders.In thatsurvey,we asked the
questions: Have you ever spent time at

people and offers thier home to you as
a member of the"community" without
intruding on your privacy (or you on
hers). She may offer you juice and

a lesbian/gay resort? Would You?
While only 9% of the respondents said
that they had vacationed at a lesbian/
gay resort,a resounding 98% said they
would like to go(or return)to vacation
at one.Many of you added comments to
the effect that you would love to vaca
tion at a "family" resort, if you just

knew where they were. Well, that's

coffee or a full breakfast-each home is
unique."
Since Mother Source was so kind as to

give us this definition, we'll start with a
description of their service and then
move on to specific accommodations.

where wecome in! These travel articles

MOTHER SOURCE TRAVELS
P.O. Box 23305

are to let you know that there are places
out there that are "just for you" — and
nobody else! So,let's go ...

(618)462-4051 or (314)569-5795
To find accommodations nationally

St. Louis. MO 63156

simply call or write Mother Source.

Since most of these resorts are Bed &
Breakfasts, I'll start out with a defini

tion of B&B provided by Mother
Source Travels of Sl Louis, Missouri:
"B&B offers the traveler more than
accommodations in a strange place:

They will ask you for general informa
tion and answer any questions you
might have. You just tell them where
you are u-aveling within the U.S. and
they will see if they can find a match for
you. You'll need to call two or more

B&B offers an opptHtunity to experi

weeks in advance since availability

ence the local culture and expand your
social network through the gracious-

changes daily. They may be able to find
accommodations for you on shorter

ness of a Hostess or Host who knows

notice, but it's better to be safe. They
require a one day depositfrom you and

the area,where to go,and what is going
on locally without the time commit

the Hostess will expectthe remainder in

ment that friends and relatives may

cash.

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If you would like to register your B&B

RUBY SLIPPER

with Mother Source, call or write for
more information. You don't have to

813LaLomita

have a B&B to register,just extra space
in your home and a desire to share your
local culture with traveling women.

Taos, NM 87571
Located in the heart of Taos, the Ruby

TRIANGLE INN

P.O. Box 2069

Slipper is walking distance from the
plaza with all that it has to offer. You
can choose from private or shared bath,
standard or water beds, and several
rooms come with authentic kiva fire

P.O. Box 3235

Santa Fe, NM 87501

(505)455-3375
Situated 11 miles north of Santa Fe on

the road to Taos, The Triangle Inn of
fers 6 individual guest houses con
structed of "real" adobe. With your
choice of an efficiency, a one or two
bedroom, all guest houses also include
full kitchen and bath plus a living area.

place or wood burning stove. There's
lots of cross-country and downhill
skiing and hiking available within close
range. The Ruby Slipper also offers
hammocks and hot tub in the courtyard.

continued on page 32

Whether skiing at Santa Fe,relaxing in
the hot tub in the courtyard,or spending
romantic evenings in the historic city of
Santa Fe, you're sure to enjoy your
stay. Current rates range from $75-$95
per night but you'll need to call since
holiday rates are slightly different and
prices will be changing after the first of
the year.

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15 minutes from Albuquerque and 40
minutes from Santa Fe, you'll find this
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hat A World,
hat A World!
The Madwoman
of Provincefown:
Comic Kate Clinton

by Nancy Ford
"I love it when something happens

show.

spontaneously—it kind ofrips through

"1 might prepare two 45-minute sets
and actually get about thirty minutes of
material done. The rest is improv. I'm
doing a part in my show now where 1
just say, "Are there any questions?"

me."

"Ii" is comedy, and Kate Clinton gets
excited when she talks about it.

"It's almost like there's another person
talking. It's really a gift 1 enjoy."
As much as she enjoys it, predomi

They range from "Do you like to eat?"
to "What's your phone number?"

nantly lesbian/feminist audiences have

Katcestimates thatapproximately 10%

enjoyed it too, and then some. Since
1981 she has toured the country serving
up her oft-time political, sometime
graphic, always bulls-eye accurate wit
to increasing numbers of fans.
"The joy of making people laugh"
drove her to comedy.Growing up in a
household with three brothers, Kate

of her audience is male. "We've been
doing such outreach"she teases,as 1 see

an image of feminist comedy mission
aries rapping on chic townhouse doors

on Saturday a.m.,rounding up potential
male audience members a la Jehovah's

Witnesses."1 wish more would come,"
she said, explaining that she considers

learned early on the power comedy
holds."I found that a really good oneliner could keep them away."
She formally began hercareer in March

her material's focus is on gay culture as
. opposed to lesbian humor exclusively.

of 1981 on a dare while on break from

Catholic senior citizens on a scenic tour

teaching high schoolers, which she had

of New England in Provincetown,

done for eight years. The transition
from the classroom to the stage was not
that traumatic. Recalling her students,

Mass,(where Kate makes her home.)
"They were booked into my show,and
they had been told 1 was a drag act. Now

she says,"You learn to work the room.

that was a challenge. It was absolutely

The frightening thing is, the same audi

wild — it was like talking to my mom."
"Everybody had their purses clutched

ence keeps coming back day after day."

Like most comics,Kate has a stockpile

One of her most memorable audiences

was largely comprised of a group of

of scripted material, but she relies on

tightly to themselves, and wore little
plastic mesh hats. The questions were

the audience to steer the course of the

absolutely hysterical. 1 felt like an

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Dec. & Jon. 1989/90

unwitting dupe on 'Heterosexual
Bloops, Blunders and Practical Jokes.'
"Kate Clinton thinks she is going to

perform for a group of radical lesbians,
but we've switched audiences on her."

Finally, as if to add coincidence to
calamity, it turned out the group was
from Fall River, Mass., the district

represented by the recently much-pub
licized Barney Frank. Yes indeed,
comedy is sometimes divine. Some

times even divinely serious.
"At sound check 1 generally say a
Catholic prayer, right from memory.
People always laugh,but I am blessing
the hall and bringing the spirit of the
women in the hall.

"1 go toward it very positively. I ap
proach it very politically, too. I think

when people laugh,they open.They're

Clintonisms:
Kate Clinton on ...

... The Pope
"I cannot respect a man that flies
around kissing airports."

... Her baseball team

"Last year we made Michael Jackson
our team mascot, because he wears

a glove on one hand for no apparent
reason.

... Non-monogamy
"Lord knows I've had more women than

most people have noses."

... On reproduction
"Every Saturday at about one o'clock I
go down to Chuck E. Cheese's. It
works every time."

open and vulnerable,and that's when 1
-From Kate Clinton Live At The Great American

like to sneak in new ideas."

Be forewarned — plan on hearing lots
of new ideas when Kate Clinton comes

Music Hall available at your favorila
bookstora or from Wtiyscrack Records, P.O.
Box 93, Cazenovia, New York 13035.

to town.

TEXAS PLAY DATES
Kate Clinton, the feminist stand-up's
standup,appears at the ArcadiaTheatre

in Dallas on Friday, Dec. 8. Call
Curious Times at (214) 528-4087 for
ticket information. Kate then travels to
Houston for a 2-show concert at

nancy ford
• comedy •
residential • commercial•

Fitzgerald's on Sat, Dec. 9. Also

performing atFitzgerald's thatevening
will be a hostofHoustonian fem-talent,
including guitarist Edna Garcia, The
Wynne Walker Band, actress/
playwright Marianne Pendino, and
Dimensions own Nancy Ford. For
ticket info call Inklings Altemative
Bookstore, (713) 521-3369 or
Fitzgerald's, (713)862-7652.

for booking info
coll or write:

You'll See Productions
2990 Richmond #316
Houston,Texas 77098

(713)721-4125
(713)520-7237

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the

A Discussion of Lesbian Literature Both New and Old

This month, T. Sumner Reviews:

HOLIDAY
READING LIST
Four New Books From Noiod Press -

Great for reading or giving as gifts!

This month we're going to take a look at
four books — ail from Naiad Press, Inc..
You'll find ordering information at the
bottom of this article. Rating information

poverty stricken.The stoiy revolves aroimd

Marty and Thea,two"down-on-their-luck"
women who meet in a welfare office in

Tuscon. Ms. Taylor manages to touch on

many important issues (including
discrimination against PWA's, the

ajjpears below.

homeless and the differently-abled, to her
Good

views on our country's welfare system)
while never straying from the telling of a

Cjip Fair

powerful and moving story. I recommend

^ Poor

Rice & Beans to all readers ofgood fiction.

9^

RICE & BEANS

SUE SLATE:PRIVATE EYE

by Valerie Taylor
Naiad Press, Inc.,$8.95
This is an exquisite book that gives real
insight into to the plightofthe homeless and

by Lee Lynch
Naiad Press, Inc., $8.95
OK,I will grant you that it's a siUy idea..

Dec. & Jan. 1989/90 • Dimensions • Page 27

. A feline (as in kitty-cat) detective named

ROSE PENSKI

Sue Slate sets out to solve the murder of"a

by Roz Perry

pteople"in the cat infested neighborhood of
Peacock Alley. Along the way she falls in
love, introduces us to the sinister side of

catdom and gets in many a scrape. Every
cliche you've ever heard about cats and
private-eyes and alot of the ones you've
heard about gay men are included here.
Although it leans tow^ds the trite,this book
.is.eiitertaining. Read it for fun or not at all.

AFTER THE FIRE

by Jane Rule
Naiad Press, Inc., $8.95
IDon't look here for a pat plot with a

Naiad Press Inc., $8.95
You'll Uke this quirky novel as much as
you'll like the main character. Rose Penski.
Rose and her lover, Adelle, are in the San
Francisco

area

while

Adelle

has a

suspicious lump in her breast investigated.
As their fear grows. Rose turns to thing she
knows best — cooking. The relationship
between these two women is filled with the

odd things that grow between two pieople
who have been together for many years.
The short-hand way of communicating, the
understanding of each other's habits, and
Rose's odd trains of thought all combine to
make this quite an endearing story.

cpyjrp

beginning, middle and a "this-settleseverything" ending. Ms. Rule has given us,
instead, a few moments in another persons

All of the above books are available

life.

from your local bookstore or for S8.95

Karen Tasuki has moved to an island off the
coast of Vancouver to learn how to "live

from Naiad Press, Inc., P.O. Box
10543, Tallahassee, FL 32302,(904)

alone". Instead, she finds herself more and

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more involved in the lives of the women on

and handling. Complete catalogs are

the island,and their enigmatic housekeeper.
Red. These women manage, through their

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own ineptitude, to teach Karen the true
meaning of "family."

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TTie holidays are a time of family,together
ness, giving and love, right? Well, yes, but
they are also times of stress, budget-busting
and even depression. We all have different
ways of coping with the holidays but some

people tend to go to the extremes. How do
you react to the holidays? Answer the 10
questions below and find out!

1. You normally begin shopping for
Christmas gifts:
a. at the January sales.
b. the day after Thanksgiving.
c. Christmas eve.

2. When you buy Christmas gifts, you:
a. spend alot on everyone on your iisL
b. try to find a sjjecial gift that isn't too
expensive for everyone.

c. you putit off and end up buying whatever
you can find at the last minute.
3.You send Christmas cards to:

a.everyone you've ever met,from elemen
tary school on.
b. to close friends and family.

c. to whoever sent you cards last year.

4. For Christmas dinner, you:

a. like a big crowd and turkey with all the
trimmings.

b. prefer something special but simple for
yourself and a few close friends or family.

c. want to go out to a restaurant You don t
want to cook on a holiday.

Are You A

5.When it comesto Holiday parties,you:

a. go to every one you're invited to

you

can rest after the first of the year.

b. only go to business parties and those of

Christmas
Junkie?

close friends.

c.avoid them —you hate to go and act nice
to people you only see once a year.
6. Your season's decorations are:

a. three tons of lights, a nativity scene with
singing wise-men and a mechanical Santa
in the front yard.

Dec. & Jan. 1989/90 • Dimensions • Page 29

b. a nicely decorated Christmas tree and
maybe a few strings of outdoor lights.
c. a couple of Christmas cards taped to the
fridge.

remember that you don't have to spend

$100 on everybody on your list and take
some time for yourself. You'll be much
better prepared, both physically and men
tally, for the new year.

7.If your parents decided to go away for
the holidays, you:
a. would be horrified. How could they do
this to your traditions?
h. would be glad. They deserve a break,

c. would be happy.Itsaves you from having
to make the trek home.

ANSWER THE LAST

THREE QUESTIONS WITH:
A for Always, B for Sometimes,

20-30
You strike a good balance between tradi

tion, family and friends during this season.
You know better than to try to outdo every
one in the decoration and gift departments,
but you're jjerfectly willing to "whoop it
up" a little and indulge yourself a bit. You
understand that it is alright to be sentimental
about Christmas,but you don't let it control
you.

and C for Never.

8. The gifts I give are better than those I
receive.

9.1 usually run my credit card bills sky high
this time of year.
10. It wouldn't seem like Christmas if I
wasn't tired from all the frenzy.

SCORING

10-19
O.K. Scrooge,so Christmas is just another
day of the year to you, and you don't see
why you should knock yourself out to con
form to everyone else's idea of a perfect

holiday. You might just be surprised by
how much fun you can have if you'll only
loosen up a bit. Send out a few Christmas
cards, accept an invitation or two, and try

Give yourself points as follows:
4 points for each"A" answer.
2 points for each "B" answer.
1 point for each "C" answer.

if you scored:
31-40
You really go overboard this time of year
and you end up paying for it after January 1.

putting some real thought into the gifts you
buy. Depression is a big problem this time
of year — pteople set their expectations so
high that they are bound to feel let down.
Maybe this was a problem for you in the
past, and now you've resorted to no exptectations at all to avoid the disappointment.
You could have a great time this year — if
you'll let yourself.

Frazzled nerves, big credit-card bills, and a
wrecked diet are just
some of the fallout

from your holiday
overindulgence.

A

little restraint could go
a long way towards
helping you settle

down and truly enjoy
the holidays. Turn
down an invitation or

two, tone down your

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WINTER TRAVEL - cont.from page 21

Rates range from $55-$80 per night,
double occupancy (subtract $5 for
single occupancy).
BRECKENRIDGE
MOUNTAIN HOUSE
Breckenridge, CO
(303)453-6475
Located one mile from the town of

Breckenridge, the Breckenridge
Mountain House offers something a
little different You can rent this 2 1/2

bedroom(+ loft) home for a minimum
offour women(although you can bring
up to ten). The more the merrier—and

at $275 per night during the winter
months — the more people you bring,

Rates were not available, but you can
call the number above for more info!

ASPEN SKI WEEK
January 21-27,1990
You'll have to find your own accom
modationsfor this one,butonce you've
arrived, give the Aspen Gay/Lesbian
Group a call at (303) 468-1956 for

information on parties, ski groups,etc.
In the past this has been a predomi
nantly gay male event but more and

more women are participating every
year!

If you don't see anything here that in
terests you, be sure to check out the

guide books available for lesbians and
gays. These guides are invaluable for
the traveler. The addresses for three of
the"Biggies"are listed below - write to

the cheaper the price per person (only
$27.50 per night with ten people). All

them for copies of their guides or find

linens, cooking utensils, etc. are pro

them at your local bookstore

vided — all you have to bring is your

GAIA'S GUIDE

self, your food and a good cook.8um-

412 Archway Road

mer rates are $120 per night and up

London, N. 16, England

dejjending on the number of people in

Women's intemational guidebook. Listing

your group.

for all of the U.S.,Europe,Canada, Austra
lia, New Z!ealand, and the Virgin and Carribean Islands.

VICTORIA OAKS
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PLACES OF INTEREST
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1575 Race Street

P.O. Box 35575

Denver, CO 80211
(303) 355-1818

Places of Interest to Women is a general

This refurbished, 100 year-old Victo
rian home will bring out the romantic in
you! Located in the heart of Denver,
you'll have access to local bars & res
taurants,as well as museums,the Den

ver mint and many other attractions.
Also,I'm told that many local women
come here for Holy Unions,anniversa
ries, birthdays, etc... so maybe you'll
get a chance to make some new friends!

Phoenix, AZ 85032

guide book to U.S.,Canada,Australia,New
Zealand, and Mexico. Inn Plar-pc jj a
comprehensive guide to B & B's and other
accommodations across the the same areas
G AYELLOW PAGES
P.O. Box 292

Village Station, NY, NY 10014
General guide book for both lesbians and
gay men covering the U.S. and Canada,

National Edition - $10.

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OBtry:
MIRROR IMAGES

Like a warm feeling of security.
Your smile overpowers me.
My eyes ore the key to my soul.

Cost a glance at them; And you shall see
A reflection of yourself...
the way I see you.
The way you con never see yourself.

Your dreams are the biggest part of you.
The port I admire most.

The port that you should keep.
Yet, and yet.. .
There is an even better part of you.
This is your heart.

It is so fragile, so daring,so eager to ...
To give all that it has.
And ask nothing in return.
Let me be your mirror.
Look into my eyes;
For if you do, you will see my soul.
You will see yourself...
The way only I see you.
-R. Garza

Houston, TX

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oroscope
What's in the Stars for You this month?

SCORPIO
(Oct 24th -Nov 22nd)

December 15th - 31st
You'11 have to keep out ofthe limelightright
before Christmas so that you can finish a
project at work before the holidays. Once
you're finished, watch out! Going out and
having friends over dominate the rest of the
month.

January
Your personal life is looking up for 1990 but
you'11 have to take a serious look at ho w you
handle your personal finances. Now is a
good time to sit down and figure out a
budget for the coming year. A hot new

romance may come on the scene this month,
it may not last, but it will be fun while it
does! A raise or promotion early in the
month could help you with some of your
holiday debt. Your social life is exciting and
this could be tied in with your new flame!

SAGIHARIUS
(Nov 23 - Dec 21)

December 15th - 31st
A holiday bonus or raise could lift your
spirits right now, but don't be tempted to
spend it all! You may be asked to host a
party or assume leadership for an
organization that you belong to. Your love
life gets a boost around the 20th.

January
The trick this year is to get off to a good start
and it looks like you'll have all the right
opportunities as January rolls around.
Home, business and especially love are all
looking up this month. Now is a good time

romantic adventure that's headed your way.

CAPRICORN
(Dec 22nd - Jan 19th)

December 15th - 31st
You feel short-tempered this holiday
season.Try to control yourself or you could
make everyone's Christmas miserable.
Social activities could bring back your good
will, so take advantage of all those
invitations. After Christmas, you feel more
relaxed and you are ready for a festive New
Year's celebration!

January
You may feel like everyone is picking on
you, particularly at work, as the new year
gets under way.The feeling will pass by the
10th. Try to keep your temper under
control, it's better to lose a few battles than

to lose friends. After the 15th, things
smooth out and you're able to get
everything back on track at work and at

home. Something that has been causing
stress will ease up and let you enjoy the
company of friends and co-workers again.
Your love life will see some improvement
during this pteriod.

AQUARIUS
(Jan 20th - Feb 18th)

December 15th - 31 st
Focus on your work in the weeks before the
holidays and your lifestyle could change for
the better after the first of the year. There
will be plenty of time for social activities

after hours and you will be in the sptotlight.
Pay holiday bills before the 1 st and you can

to sit down and set some goals for your
career and personal life.If you are currently

have a relaxing New Year's.

involved in a relationship, things will
certainly be on the right track this month, if

If you made any resolutions, you'll have to
work hard to keep them this year. Some

Jahuary

you are single, look out for an exciting

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what you need to lift your spirits after the
stress of the holidays. And, a new romantic
interest could be pressuring you for a

compromise or you may find yourself in
court. Keep a low profile imtil the 20th and
that should help immensely in relieving
tensions. Someone you've heljjed in the
past will come back to help you in an
unexpected way late in the month. Accept
their help graciously and you'll have an ally

commitment. Don't be afraid to say "yes",
it could be the best decision you've made in

for life. Romance is the high point of
January.

goals you set for yourself in past years may
have been set too high and you'll have to
adjust them to more realistic terms now. A

raise or promotion at work could be just

years.

TAURUS
PISCES
(Feb 19th-Mar 20th)
December 15th - 31st
Your career is spot-lighted right now and a

(April 20th - May 20th)
December 15th - 31st
All that hard work you've been doing lets up

raise or bonus could bring the money you

right now so you can enjoy a holiday rest. A
long trip at Christmas may be just what the

need to make this a special Christmas. You

doctor ordered to help you relieve some

may be in a mood to reminisce during the

stress. Keep a cool head though when it

holiday season and having old friends and
family around you is just what the doctor

comes to romance, you could be in over

ordered to relieve some of the stress you've

January

your head.

been feeling.

January
1990 may start out a bit confusing for
Pisces.Conflicting orders from the boss and
friends who say one thing and do another

may be making you crazy. Everything
straightens out by the 10th and you'll feel
much better about yourself and those

around you. A platonic friendship may be
heating up this month and the romance you
find could be just what you've dreamed of.
Be very careful when driving this month,
your potential for accidents is very high.

ARIES
(Mar 21st - April 19)
December 15th - 31st
A relationship that has been on the rocks
could take an unexpected turn for the better

and lift your spirits for the coming holidays.
Finances are also on an upswing and you
can afford something special for a loved

one. Everything is going your way and you
couldn't be happier!

January
An argument with a friend or family
member could quickly escalate into a major
war. Try your best to work out a

You'll need to set some goals about what
you want to do with your career during the
fnst partofJanuary.The perfectjob may not
be offered but you could fmd yourself in a
position to influence the people who could
help you the most.Tax time is a few months
away but some organization right now
could save you some heartache later on.
Romance is put on the back burner this
month as more pressing matters take your
attention.

GEMINI
(May 21st - June 21st)
December 15th - 31 st
All work and no play makes Gemini a very
unhappy girl right now.Everyone is getting
into the holiday spirit and you have tied
yourself down with work. Try to sneak in
some social activities after hours, you may

end up tired, but this time of year is short
lived and you don't want to miss out!
January
A temper tantrum early in January could
cause you problems throughout the month.
Yelling won'tsolve the problem,it's best to
keep your mouth shut and stay out of the
limelight, things will solve themselves in

Dec. & Jan. 1989/90 • Dimensions • Page 35

time. Your career is looking up after the
10th,a raise or promotion may not be in the
cards for several months, but the attention
you get from higher-ups is definitely
working for your benefit.Take time out for
a short, romantic trip towards month end.

VIRGO
(August 23rd - Sept 22nd)
December 15th - 31st

CANCER

You may have a tendency to go overboard
on holiday spending if you don't keep a
close eye on your pocketbook. Small
inexpensive gifts will bejustas tqjpreciated.

(June 22th - July 22th)
December 15th - 31st

Work gets easier in time to allow you to
enjoy the holiday social scene and you've
never been happier to get out of the house.

Travel is on the agenda during the holiday
season, it may be a working vacation, but

January

Any partnerships that you involve yourself

Most Virgo-ans will find the first part of
January a good time to relax and make plans
for the coming year. Some,however will be
so busy they won't have time to sit down,
much less relax. You may find that you'll
have more details than you thought to work
out before you can get things back on track.

in this month will be around for a long time.

If your love life has been good for awhile,it

Romantic commitmaits could last for

can only getbetter,if it hasn'tbeen up to par,
now is the time to get things moving again.

that doesn't mean it won't be fun! A new

romance could brighten you social life also,
new friends come into the picture that can
make your holidays even more fun.

January

years, as could could business partnerships
set up this month. You will want to work
these commitments out in writing or sit
down and talk about it in detail or you will
feel insecure until you do.Co-workersseem
easier to get along with right now.

LIBRA
(Sept 23rd - Oct 23rd)
December 15th-31st
Money is the main focus in the weeks before

LEO

(July 23rcl - August 22nd)
December 15th - 31st
Social obligations could be getting you
down right now. You wantsome peace and
quiet to work out some jjersonal or family
problem that has been bothering you.Tum
down a few invitations and focus on your

problem. Once it is solved, you'll be ready
to get back in the holiday party scene and
enjoy it more!

January

Christmas. With a little work and thought,
you could hit the jackpot! After the 22nd,
your focus switches to family and loved
ones. A love relationship that has fallen on
hard times recently could take on a new
glow. Enjoy.

January
Taking criticism personally at work or at
home could lead to some anger on your part
during the first part of January. Try to
control your temper and take this criticism
as it was meant — friendly. You may be

vacation right now. You could wind up in

looking for a romantic commitment right
now, but don't count on getting what you
want It could tum out for the best though,
since it's likely that you will be attracted to

financial trouble for the rest of the year.

someone special towards the end of the

Take the time to express your feelings to

month.

Don't give in to the temptation to go off on
a wild spending spree or extravagant

your loved ones, it will keep them happy
and make you feel more secure.Say no to all
business deals after the 20th,someone may
be taking you for aride you don't want to go
on.

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Irectory
A Listing of Service Organizations, Businesses & Clubs
ARLINGTON,TX (area code 817)

organizations
Gay/Lesbian Association of UTA
P.O. Box 19348-77, UTA St. 76019
794-5140

AUSTIN,TX (area code 512)
clutss

Dallas Gay Alliance
4012-B Cedor Springs 75219 <528-4233
Dallas GayAesblan Historic Arctiives
4012-B Cedor Springs < 821-1653
Dallas Gay Youtti Group
300 Turtle Creek Plozo #116 < 307-7203
Dallas Outdoors
P.O. Box 35474 75235 < 276-5270
Dallas Tavern Guild
3900 Lemmon Ave. #220 < 526-5292

Nexus/Petticoat Junction

Foundation for Human Understanding

401 & 401-B E. 2ncl.495-9553

528-4233

organizations

GayAesblan Young Adults

Affirmation (Mettiodist)
7403 Stioai Creek • 451-2329

528^233

Austin Lamtxta

2727 Ook Lown 75219 < 528-2811

Grace Fellowstiip in Ctirist Jesus

P.O. Box 5455 78763
Gay/Lesbian Student
Association at UT Austin <458-3971
Box 275 Texas Union 78712-7338

Lesbian/Gay Rigtits Lobby
P.O. Box 2505 78768

Metropolitan Community Ctiurctr
1100 Sprlngdcle Rd. < 929-3660
Oasis Ministry

Lesbian Information Line (LiL)
P.O. Box 191443 75219 < 528-2426

Lesbia/Gay Political Coalition
P.O. Box 224424 75222 < 828-9882
Lesbian Visionaries
P.O. Box 191443 75219 < 521-9642

Metroplex Republicans
P.O. Box 191033 75219 < 941-8114

Oak Lawn Community Services

Waterloo Counseling Center

3000 Turtle Creek Rozo,Suite 116
75219-5311 < 520-8108

507 Powell 78703 < 322-9654

Oak Lawn Symptionic Band

5555 N. Lomor Blvd. #L101 < 441-9191

Texas Human Rigtits Foundation

P.O. Box 190973 75219 < 986-1751

2201 N. Lomor # 203 78705 < 479-8473

WANT -(Women In Tfie Arts)

AIDS Legol Asslstonce 1-800-828-6417

288-9299 or 823-3105

Womyn Togettier

3920 Cedar Springs < 528-4233

DALLAS, TX (area code 214)
businesses
Business Delivery Systems
14902 Preston Rd. 75240 < 733-1108
Crossroads Market
3930 Cedor Springs
521-8919 or 1-800-992-6404

Curious Times - Women's Books etc.
4008-D Cedar Springs 75219 < 528-4087

DENTON,TX (area code 817)

organizations
COURAGE, Lesbian Gay Student Org.
c/o Student Activities Center
P.O. Box 5067 76203 < 382-3813

FT. WORTH (area c<xle 817)

clubs
Sue Ellen's
3903 Cedor Springs < 559-0707
Desert Moon < 5903 Willis • 828-4471

organizations

organizations

Affirmation (Mettiodlst) < 478-7837

clubs
Partners <1612 Park Place < 924-2519

Affirmation (Mettiodisf)
P.O. Box 225831 75222 < 948-1546
AIDS Resource Center
4012-B Cedor Springs 75219

HOUSTON, TX (area code 713)
clubs

Ctiurcti of ttie New Covenant-Sun @ 11

Ttie Ranch

1000 S. Sherman #B < 828-0771

9125 S. Main < 666-3464

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organizations

National Gay/Lesbian Crisisiine

AIDS Foundation
3400 Montros© #700 •524-AIDS
AIDS HOTLINE

National GayAesbian Task Force

1-800-SOS-GAYS
1517 U Street NW

Gay/Lesblon Students
University of Houston

Washington D.C. 20009 • 202-332-6483
The Fund for Hunrxin Dignity
666 Broadway 4th Floor

4800 Calhoun •529-3211

NY. NY 10012

c/o Switchboard • 529-3211

Gay & Lesbian Swltchtxiard
P.O. Box 66591 77266 •529-3211

Houston Gay Political Caucus
P.O. Box 66664 77266 •521-1000
Kingdom Community Churcti
614 E. 19th.862-7533
Lambda ALANON
Lambda Ceriter for Aichohoiics
1214 Joanne • 521-9772

Lesbian/Gay Students
University of Houston - Clear Lake
2700 Bay Area 77058
Montrose Pool League/Billiards
PJ 863-8482
PWA Coalition - Houston
3327 Essex Lane *623-4436

NORMAN,OK (area code 405)

organizations
Women's Resource Center
P.O. Box 5089 73070

OKLAHOMA CITY, OK
(area code 405)

organizations
Oasis the Community Center
2135 NW 39th 73112 • 525-AIDS

Herland Sister Resources, Inc.
2312 NW 39th 73112 • 794-7464

Womynspace

SAN ANTONIO,TX (area code 512)

P.O. Box 980601 77098-0601
880-9517 or 521-0780

clubs

Women's Softtxsii League

8021 Pinebrook • 341-2618

6431 Pineshade • 868-6256

The Circle

organizations

LUBBOCK.TX (area code 806)

Dignity/San Antonio
202 N. St. Mary's• 349-3632

organizations

Integrity/San Antonio

Lubbock Lesbian/Gay Alliance

P.O. Box 150006 78212.684-4920

P.O. Box 64746 79464• 796-2403

Names Project/Lubbock

River City Living Metropolitan
Community Church

796-1800 or 744-1957

202 Holland 78212 • 822-1121

LISA (Lesbian Information SA)
828-LlSA (5472)

SALGA - San Antonio Lesbian & Gay
NATIONAL ORGANIZATIONS

Assembly • 733-7300

Affirmation: United Methodists for

San Antonio AIDS Foundation
P.O. Box 120113 78212-9313
Son Antonio Tavern Guild • 822-2823

Lesbian/Gay Concerns
P.O. Box 1021 • Evanston, iL 60204
AIDS Action Council

729 Eighth St. S.E. Suite 200
Washington. DC 20003 .(202) 547-3101
AIDS 800 • 1-800-221-7044
Conference For Catholic Lesbians

P.O. Box 436, Planetarium Station
New York, New York 10024

SOUTH PADRE ISLAND, TX
(area code 512)
accomodations
Lyie'sDeck • 120E. AtolSt.
P.O. Box 2326 78597 • 761-LYLE

Nil Gay Alliance for Young Adults,
Inc.P.O. Box 190426

y//.

Dallas, TX 75219-0426 •(214)307-7203

National Gay/Lesbian Clearinghouse
666 Broadway 4th Floor
NY, NY 10012

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17 Lesbian Battering:
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ews

From Around the Region,the Country & the World
Dallas Activist

Bill Nelson Elected as
New THRF President

Alan Levi,a certified public accountant
in Dallas, was elected as the new treas

urer of the organization.
Nell Hahn and Steve Davis,both attor

AUSTIN - At its October quarterly

neys firom Austin, were elected as new

board meeting held last week in Hous

trustees to the board.

ton, the board of trustees of the Texas

THRF's legal director, David Bryan,

Human Rights Foundation (THRF)

characterized the new slate of officers

elected a new slate of officers and
added two additional trustees.

for THRF as a balanced blend of old

Elected as THRF's new president was
Bill Nelson of Dallas,former president

and new talent and experience for the
organization. "I believe Bill Nelson's

history of activism will set a new tone

of the Dallas Gay Alliance and long

for THRFas it carries out the important

time THRF board member. Owner of

work in which it is involved, while at

Crossroads Market in Dallas, Mr. Nel
son was instrumental in founding the

the same time THRF will benefit from

AIDS Resource Center in Dallas and

his experience of having been a trustee
for many years,"Bryan said."I am also

was a former candidate for city council

excited by the addition of new trustees

in Dallas. Mr. Nelson succeeds Frank

from Austin, where THRF has been

Stenger of Austin,an assistant attorney

under-represented in the past."
At the meeting last week,Sue Lovell of

general for the State of Texas, who has
served as THRF's president since Oc
tober of 1988. Stenger remains on

former president ofthe Houston Gay &

THRF's board as chair of its litigation

Lesbian Polidcal Caucus, was named

Houston,a THRF board member and a

committee.

as the chair of THRF's nominating

Elected as THRF's vice-president was

committee charged with identifying

Donald Skipwith, a Houston attorney

new trustees to be considered for the
board of trustees at the January meet

who also serves as vice-chair of the
board ofdirectors ofthe AIDS Founda
tion Houston. Skipwith succeeds Gene

Harrington of Houston as vice-presi

ing.Persons interested in learning more
about service on THRF's board or

dent; after six years of dedicated serv

about the work ofthe organization may
contact David Bryan or Sue Lovell at

ice as a trustee, Harrington submitted

(512)479-8473.

his resignation, which was accepted by

THRF's board presently consists of 13

the board.

trustees living in Austin, San Antonio,

Dec. & Jan. 1989/90 • Dimensions • Page 7

Houston and Dallas. The board meets

First Legal Day in Texas; First Gay

quarterly in various cities around the
state, and its meetings in 1990 are ten

Pride March; Referral Services; A
women's softball team; speaker's bu
reau; and various concerts, dances and

tatively set for Austin,El Paso,Corpus
Christi and Lubbock., as part of the
statewide organizations effort to in

volve gay men, lesbians and persons
with AIDS from outside the larger
metropolitan areas of the state.
THKF is the sponsor of the litigation
pending in an Austin court known as

other functions. Austin Lambda also

spun off several groups including: The
Alliance; Gay Fathers; Lesbian Moth
ers; and ALSO(Austin Lesbians Speak
Out).
Austin Lambda as a legal corporation

will continue to exist in name only. If

21.06 of the Texas Penal Code, which

you have any suggestions for future
uses of this organization as a commu
nity enterprise, please write them at:

criminalizes private,consensualsexual

P.O. Box 5455, Austin, TX 78763.

Morales vs. The State of Texas, chal

lenging the constitutionality of Section

relations between two men or two

women. Linda Morales of Houston is

THRF's lead plaintiff in the case,
which also includes four more plain
tiffs from Austin and Dallas. The State

is attempting to have the case dismissed
and a hearing will be scheduled late this
year in the matter.

Austin Lambda to

Cease Operations
AUSTIN - September 1989 marked
Austin Lamda's tenth anniversary.One
month later the organization has ceased
to exist except in name only.
Claiming a lack ofcommunity support,
Austin Lambda will close it's office

and cease publication of it's newsletter

effective immediately.
Austin Lambda has been instrumental

in making major contributions to the

gay community both in Austin and
throughout the state of Texas. A partial
list of their accomplishments includes:

Newly Formed Lesbian
Arts Group Needs
Members
DALLAS - Women in the Arts Net-

WOTking Together (WANT), a newly
formed organization in the Dallas met
ropolitan area is seeking members.
Writers, artists, musicians, thespians
and all others, whether amateur or pro
fessional, are welcome.
Meetings are held the second and fourth

Thursdaysofeach month at the Womyn
for Womyn Resource Center at 1315
Skiles, Dallas at 7:30pm.

Goals of WANT include: creating a

refenal network for women in the arts;
Increasing the audience for women in
the performing arts; and to provide an
alternative environment that fosters
creativity.
Plans are being made now for a 1990
Women's Festival and a benefitshow is

planned fqr TJ's in Denton on Decem
ber 16th to help make the festival a

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reality.
If you would like to become a member
or are interested in learning more about
WANT,the next meeting will be held
■ on December 14th or you can call(214)
288-9299 or 823-3105.

but a company spokesposon says the
book will not go to press until a goo
cross-section of the community's
multi-racial and multi-cultural wed

ding ceremonies has been assembled.
The company invites couples to submit

photograjrfis of their ceremonies, in
either black and white or color, along

with a 500 to 1000 word description of

Lesbian Press to

their love story and decision to commit
their vows. Subject to negotiation,

Publish Wedding Book

contributors will receive a fee or per

TURLOCK,CA - According to BLK

centage of book sales. Guidelines and

Magazine, WIM Publications, a les

further information is available from

bian-feminist publishing company is
seeking contributions for its Lesbian
and gay Wedding Book,a non-fiction
pictorial that will document same-sex

Dr. Dianne Bogus,WIM Publications,
3601 CrowellRd.#100,Turlock,CaUf.

95380.Their telephone number is 209667-0966.
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hats I t'Oin
A Monthy Listing of Special Events All Around Texas, Oklatioma & New Mexico

AUSTIN - If you're looking for enter
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NEXUS & PErnCOAT JUNCTION,

ofthe week.Betsy also tells me thatshe
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DALLAS - Where,oh Where can you
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cember IVthI Be There! And, there is
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Check their ad in this issue for names,
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Nancy Ford,On the 15th catch Denise
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HOUSTON - If you want in on the fun

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sure to join in the holiday fun all
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15th it's the 2nd Annual Christmas &

Tree Decorating Party!If you want to
give yourself a present, be sure to get
tickets and see Lucie Blue Tremblay

Dec. & Jan. 1989/90 • Dimensions • Page 11

on the 14th at 8pm, tickets are

in

advance and $10 at the door.
DENTON - Women In The Arts Net

working Together(WANT)is sponsor
ing a Show to Benefit the 1990 Texas
Women's Festival! The show will e

held atTJ'satl215E.University Dr.in
Denton on December 16th at 10pm.All
proceeds will go towards the festival so get out and show your support!

DALLAS - Radical feministspeaker &
author,Sonia Johnson will be appear
ing at the Arlington Hall at Lee Park at
3401Turtle Creek on December 10th &
11th. On the 10th Sonia will host a

workshop entitled "Breaking Up
With Patriarchy Instead of Each
Other" and a dinner will be held after
the workshop. On the 11th Sonia will

give a lecture entitled "Wildfire: Ig
niting the She/Volution". Tickets are
available at Curious Times, Cross

DALLAS/HOUSTON - Comedian

roads Market and at the door. Call

Kate Clinton, will appear at the Ar

(214)823-4279 for more information.
The event is sponsored by WILDWISE, a new non-profit organization

cadia Theatre in Dallas on Friday,
Dec. 8. Tickets are available at Curi

ous Times, Crossroads Market or by
calling Rainbow Ticketmaster at .

for lesbians in Dallas.

Kate then travels to Houston for a two-

DALLAS - Check out the DESERT

show concert at Fitzgerald's on SaL,
Dec. 9. Appearing with Kate will be:
guitarist Edna Garcia, The Wynne

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Walker Band, actress/playwright
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ear/T(
gnes
Answers to your questions about love,
relationships & personoi probiems
Dear Readers
In late November, we received the fol

lowing letter in the Dimensions office.
Although it was marked "Letter to the
Editor", we thought it would be more
appropriate and more widely read in
this column.

and 10 percent of male couples had
"ritualized their relationship with a
ceremony." More than one-third had
executed legal agreements to protect
their relationship. (Results based on
812 respondents.)
Unfortunately, these couples cannot
choose to legally marry and depend on

Dear gay and lesbian

existing laws to support their family

community and supporters:

life. The legal contracts we make can

Syndicated advice columnist Ann Lan

replicate only some of the protections

ders has asked what her readers think

that are automatic with marriage. Just
one example: A widowed lesbian part

about "legal sanctions for same-sex
couples." To communicate your sup
port for the rights of gay and lesbian
couples, write to Ann Landers,c/o The
Chicago Tribune, 435 N. Michigan

ner cannot claim her departed spouse's
Social Security benefits.

And this inequity is far-reaching. At
least 10 million Americans are in same-

Avenue,Chicago,IL 60611.

sex relationships,judging from a recent
San FranciscoExaminer poll thatfound

Here's what we told Ms. Landers:

60 percent of gay men and lesbians in

We think lesbians and gay men should

relationships.
Our society should support these gay

be able to legally marry. In our view,
it's a matter of civil rights. Not to
mention simple fairness and good
sense.

and lesbian families for the same rea

sons we support traditional families.
Functional families make better neigh
bors and more productive citizens.

Too often, gay and lesbian relation
ships have been attacked as antithetical
to "Family values." Nothing could be

Sincerely
Stevie Bryant and Demian,Ed.D.

further from the truth. Gay and lesbian

Publishers/Editors

couples — and their children — are

PARTNERS: The Newsletter

genuine families. They share with all

for Gay & Lesbian Couples

families the traditional value of love,

Box 9685, Seattle, WA 98109

caring and mutual support

The truth is,gay and lesbian couples are
already marrying one another in both
religious and secular ceremonies. Ac

cording to preliminary results of our
national survey of gay and lesbian
couples, 16 percent of female couples

This is Agnes Talking: After we re

ceived this letter Ann Landers printed
some of the responses to her question
on November 26th. She indicated that

opinion was running 2 to 1 against
legalizing gay & lesbian marriages.

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Now get out those pencils and lets
change the numbers!

Dear Waiting,

Dear Agnes,

head, even if you have an open door
policy, will be "cutting your own

I have worked for the same company in
the same location for fifteen years. I
loved my job up until the last year and
a half. A new boss was shipped in and
everything has been all downhill ever
since.

First off this guy knew nothing about
the whole operation here. He thinks he

is too good to get his hands dirty. No
matter what happens he never pitches

Don't go to his boss. Going over his

throat."

You could try talking directly to him,
mention that you need help with a proj
ect and every one else is tied up. Could
he help? See what kind of reaction you
geultcouldbehe doesn't know whatto
do. And if he has never been employed
in this line of work, he may think he is
doing what he needs to do.By all means
be tactful anddon'tattackhisbehavior.

in. Basically, he has a "holier than

<S

thou" attitude.

Now,I am notjust saying this because
I think someoneelse should have gotten
the job, but there were people here that
could have handled the job a lot more
efficiently than he is.

He is a college boy with clean finger
nails. He has management snowed and
he treats everybody around here like
dirt.

What should I do? Should I talk,to his

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Lesbian
Botterin
The Reality of Violence
in Our Community
by Karen Stewart

Thefollowing article isacondensed version
oftwo ofafive part series collected by Ms.
Stewart. Due to space limitaiions we are
unable to publish allfive articles in their
entirety. If you would like a copy of the
articles, please contact Ms. Stewart at
(512)339-8508.

There are many in the lesbian
community that believe lesbian
battering could notexist—that women
are not capable of physically and
emotionally abusing other women.
But, it does exist and it is much more

widespread than most of us are aware.

In Austin in 1985, the Austin Coalition
Against

Abuse

in

Lesbian

Relationships(ACAALR)conducted a
survey of81 lesbians. They found that
65% of those surveyed said they had
experienced abuse in one or more adult
relationships. Of this 65%, 70%

reported physical abuse, 85%
emotional abuse and 32% reported

sexual abuse. 13% reported that they
were the abusive one in

the

relationship. In line with national
statistics on women in the general

population, one third said that they
were sexually abused as children and
over 50% report emotional abuse as
children.

Battered lesbians deny their abuse or
refuse to seek help out of fear that they
will not be believed or because they see

no way out of the relationship. They
may also be afraid to approach
mainstream battered women's shelters

for fear of a homophobic response and
because there is little or no community
support or services in this area. Many
lesbians do not believe that there is any
abuse occurring within their

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community.

adhere to an exact time schedule, wear

In addition, many battered women live
in a constant state of denial. They
believe that what they are experiencing
is not really abusive, that they are

a certain hairstyle, etc...
•Demonstration ofPower—Assigns
chores, laws, curfew. Makes

responsible for the abuse because of
some flaw within themselves,or that if
they will just "work harder" or "be

discrediting remarks, physical and
sexual abuse.

• Dependency — No access to bank

better" the abuse will stop^
Abuse can be brought about by many

account; won't let you have job or
makes you work to support partner.
• Occasional Indulgences — sudden

causes. Most common is alcohol or

changes of heart, brings you

drug abuse, although childhood
experiences and many other

extravagant gifts or does something for

experiences do contribute to abuse.
Recognizing that you are battered or are

• Crazymaking — convinces you that

an abuser is the first step to healing.
Below, I've gone into some detail on
recognizing the signs of the different

rules; she's not violent, you're

you that you didn't expect.

what you said, you didn't; changes
paranoid; uses things you've told her

abuse are attempts to exert power or

about yourself against you; buys you
gifts and then blames you for money
problems; tells you things are

control over another person.

happening when they aren't and vice

kinds of abuse. All of these forms of

At the end of this article, you will find
a resource list on where to find help for
yourself, your lover or a friend.

versa.

Physical Abuse
Physical abuse almostalway goes hand

TYPES OF ABUSE
Emotional Abuse
Below are listed some of the signs of
emotional abuse

with a short

in hand with emotional abuse,
however; all emotional abusers are not

physically abusive.
Physicalabuse can rangefrom pushing,

explanation.

shoving and outright fist fights to

• Isolation — Alienation from family
and friends; refuses to provide money
or transportation; may move you away
to another city, state or even country;

burning the skin, putting guns and
knives in the vagina, and stabbing or
shooting.

the abuser may also refuse to have a
telephone; irrational jealousy.

Sexual Abuse

• Threats — threatens to kill or hurt

Although much of the description of
physical abuse can also be applied to

you; have you committed; find you no

sexual abuse,sexual abuse can take on

matter where you go; or to commit

Insulting jokes, name calling,ordering

many different forms. Forcing you to
have sex, forcing you to participate in
group sex or have sex with another
partner,or doing anything sexual that is

around.

against your will is abusive.

• Trivial Demands — makes you

Don't confuse S/M sex with abuse.

suicide if you leave.
• Humiliation/Degradation —

Dec. & Jan. 1989/90 • Dimensions • Page 17

While S/M,like any form ofsex,can be
abusive,this isn't always the case. Most
S/M sex is consentualand both partners
agree beforehand on how3 far things

SAN ANTONIO

Resource Center •Frances Timmons,Counselor
(512)732-0757
OKLAHOMA

will go and a code word to stop things if
they get out of hand.

Shirley M. Hunter, M.A. • (405)848-5429

WHAT TO DO

Women's Learning Resource Center

NEW MEXICO
(505)268-2116

If you are a battered lesbian or a

Hania Stromberg, M.A., M.S.W.

batterer, you are not alone and you can
end you nightmare. Seek help from
your friends and family if possible and
seek professional help(a resource listis

(505)268-7477

provided at the end of this article).

BOOKS
Lobel, Kerry ed. Naming the Violence:
Speaking Out About Lesbian Battering.
Washington: Seal Press, 1986. Stories from

If you have a friend or family member
who is involved in an abusive

relationship,remember that you cannot

LOUISIANA
Multi-Service Center •(504) 561-5861

battered lesbians, articles from women in the

make their decisions for them — what

movement on history and programs.

you can do is offer your support and
love. Supply them with reading

Sonkin, Daniel. Learning to Live Without

material on abusive relationships. The
more they read,the more likely they are

Oriented toward straight men but helpful for

Violence. San

Francisco: Volcano Press.

lesbian bauerers.

to recognize themselves as a battered
woman or abuser. Offer them a place to

stay ifand when they cometo a decision
to leave — many women are, or f^el
that they are,financially dependent on

NiCarthy, Ginny. Getting Free: A Handbook
for Women in Abusive Relationships.
Washington: the Seal Press, 1982. A straightoriented self-help book. Revised edition has
section on lesbian battering.

their abuser and will need your help in
this area. And, last but not least, refer
them to this resource list for

professional help.
AUSTIN

Center for Battered Women's Shelter
Outreach (512)385-5181

Waterloo Counseling (512)322-9654
In Hayes County - Women's Center

Books and music

for the feminist,

gay and lesbian
communities.

(512)396-4357

Open Tuesday Saturday from
10:30 to 6:30 p.m.,
and Sunday
1 to 5 pjn.

Inklings

DALLAS

an alternative bookshop

t-®tvn Community Services

3000 Turtle Creek Plaza •(214)520-8108
(no specific program but focus on lesbian issues)
HOUSTON

Sharon Stone & Associates

3935 Westheimer, Suite 306•(713)623-6081

1846 Richmond • Houston, Texas 77098
Owners: Pokey Anderson and Annise PaAer

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What does

Stephanie
Knowiond has

the power...

Even as a child, Stephanie realized
that her psychic abilities set her
apart from others. Now, a crazed
killer whom she helped send to
prison is determined to exact his

your ex-lover
mean to you?

Are you best friends? Enemies? Do
you provide emotionail support for
one another . . . or have you lost
contact? Through dozens of per
sonal interviews with lesbians and

their ex-lovers, Carol Becker has

charted the course that a break-up

revenge on Stephanie and her
lover. Stephanie's power alone is
not enough to save them against
the psychopath who has decided to
play a fiendish cat-and-mouse

may take. She shows how the end of

game with the two women.

family and community.

THE

CRYSTAL CURTAIN

by Sandy Dayar

a relationship can provide a time for
important personal growth, and

how former lovers can also serve as
the foundation for new forms of

UNDROKEN TIESi
Lesbian Ex-Lovers
by Carol Decker

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WINTER
TRAVEL
FOR
WOMEN

OF THE 9
by Tasha Sumner

It's thattime again! Timefor our annual

expect of you when you stay at their

"Winter Travel" article. In June of

homes. Your Hostess or Host likes

1988, Dimensions sent out a survey to
ourreaders.In thatsurvey,we asked the
questions: Have you ever spent time at

people and offers thier home to you as
a member of the"community" without
intruding on your privacy (or you on
hers). She may offer you juice and

a lesbian/gay resort? Would You?
While only 9% of the respondents said
that they had vacationed at a lesbian/
gay resort,a resounding 98% said they
would like to go(or return)to vacation
at one.Many of you added comments to
the effect that you would love to vaca
tion at a "family" resort, if you just

knew where they were. Well, that's

coffee or a full breakfast-each home is
unique."
Since Mother Source was so kind as to

give us this definition, we'll start with a
description of their service and then
move on to specific accommodations.

where wecome in! These travel articles

MOTHER SOURCE TRAVELS
P.O. Box 23305

are to let you know that there are places
out there that are "just for you" — and
nobody else! So,let's go ...

(618)462-4051 or (314)569-5795
To find accommodations nationally

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simply call or write Mother Source.

Since most of these resorts are Bed &
Breakfasts, I'll start out with a defini

tion of B&B provided by Mother
Source Travels of Sl Louis, Missouri:
"B&B offers the traveler more than
accommodations in a strange place:

They will ask you for general informa
tion and answer any questions you
might have. You just tell them where
you are u-aveling within the U.S. and
they will see if they can find a match for
you. You'll need to call two or more

B&B offers an opptHtunity to experi

weeks in advance since availability

ence the local culture and expand your
social network through the gracious-

changes daily. They may be able to find
accommodations for you on shorter

ness of a Hostess or Host who knows

notice, but it's better to be safe. They
require a one day depositfrom you and

the area,where to go,and what is going
on locally without the time commit

the Hostess will expectthe remainder in

ment that friends and relatives may

cash.

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If you would like to register your B&B

RUBY SLIPPER

with Mother Source, call or write for
more information. You don't have to

813LaLomita

have a B&B to register,just extra space
in your home and a desire to share your
local culture with traveling women.

Taos, NM 87571
Located in the heart of Taos, the Ruby

TRIANGLE INN

P.O. Box 2069

Slipper is walking distance from the
plaza with all that it has to offer. You
can choose from private or shared bath,
standard or water beds, and several
rooms come with authentic kiva fire

P.O. Box 3235

Santa Fe, NM 87501

(505)455-3375
Situated 11 miles north of Santa Fe on

the road to Taos, The Triangle Inn of
fers 6 individual guest houses con
structed of "real" adobe. With your
choice of an efficiency, a one or two
bedroom, all guest houses also include
full kitchen and bath plus a living area.

place or wood burning stove. There's
lots of cross-country and downhill
skiing and hiking available within close
range. The Ruby Slipper also offers
hammocks and hot tub in the courtyard.

continued on page 32

Whether skiing at Santa Fe,relaxing in
the hot tub in the courtyard,or spending
romantic evenings in the historic city of
Santa Fe, you're sure to enjoy your
stay. Current rates range from $75-$95
per night but you'll need to call since
holiday rates are slightly different and
prices will be changing after the first of
the year.

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(505)897-4422

15 minutes from Albuquerque and 40
minutes from Santa Fe, you'll find this
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hat A World,
hat A World!
The Madwoman
of Provincefown:
Comic Kate Clinton

by Nancy Ford
"I love it when something happens

show.

spontaneously—it kind ofrips through

"1 might prepare two 45-minute sets
and actually get about thirty minutes of
material done. The rest is improv. I'm
doing a part in my show now where 1
just say, "Are there any questions?"

me."

"Ii" is comedy, and Kate Clinton gets
excited when she talks about it.

"It's almost like there's another person
talking. It's really a gift 1 enjoy."
As much as she enjoys it, predomi

They range from "Do you like to eat?"
to "What's your phone number?"

nantly lesbian/feminist audiences have

Katcestimates thatapproximately 10%

enjoyed it too, and then some. Since
1981 she has toured the country serving
up her oft-time political, sometime
graphic, always bulls-eye accurate wit
to increasing numbers of fans.
"The joy of making people laugh"
drove her to comedy.Growing up in a
household with three brothers, Kate

of her audience is male. "We've been
doing such outreach"she teases,as 1 see

an image of feminist comedy mission
aries rapping on chic townhouse doors

on Saturday a.m.,rounding up potential
male audience members a la Jehovah's

Witnesses."1 wish more would come,"
she said, explaining that she considers

learned early on the power comedy
holds."I found that a really good oneliner could keep them away."
She formally began hercareer in March

her material's focus is on gay culture as
. opposed to lesbian humor exclusively.

of 1981 on a dare while on break from

Catholic senior citizens on a scenic tour

teaching high schoolers, which she had

of New England in Provincetown,

done for eight years. The transition
from the classroom to the stage was not
that traumatic. Recalling her students,

Mass,(where Kate makes her home.)
"They were booked into my show,and
they had been told 1 was a drag act. Now

she says,"You learn to work the room.

that was a challenge. It was absolutely

The frightening thing is, the same audi

wild — it was like talking to my mom."
"Everybody had their purses clutched

ence keeps coming back day after day."

Like most comics,Kate has a stockpile

One of her most memorable audiences

was largely comprised of a group of

of scripted material, but she relies on

tightly to themselves, and wore little
plastic mesh hats. The questions were

the audience to steer the course of the

absolutely hysterical. 1 felt like an

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Dec. & Jon. 1989/90

unwitting dupe on 'Heterosexual
Bloops, Blunders and Practical Jokes.'
"Kate Clinton thinks she is going to

perform for a group of radical lesbians,
but we've switched audiences on her."

Finally, as if to add coincidence to
calamity, it turned out the group was
from Fall River, Mass., the district

represented by the recently much-pub
licized Barney Frank. Yes indeed,
comedy is sometimes divine. Some

times even divinely serious.
"At sound check 1 generally say a
Catholic prayer, right from memory.
People always laugh,but I am blessing
the hall and bringing the spirit of the
women in the hall.

"1 go toward it very positively. I ap
proach it very politically, too. I think

when people laugh,they open.They're

Clintonisms:
Kate Clinton on ...

... The Pope
"I cannot respect a man that flies
around kissing airports."

... Her baseball team

"Last year we made Michael Jackson
our team mascot, because he wears

a glove on one hand for no apparent
reason.

... Non-monogamy
"Lord knows I've had more women than

most people have noses."

... On reproduction
"Every Saturday at about one o'clock I
go down to Chuck E. Cheese's. It
works every time."

open and vulnerable,and that's when 1
-From Kate Clinton Live At The Great American

like to sneak in new ideas."

Be forewarned — plan on hearing lots
of new ideas when Kate Clinton comes

Music Hall available at your favorila
bookstora or from Wtiyscrack Records, P.O.
Box 93, Cazenovia, New York 13035.

to town.

TEXAS PLAY DATES
Kate Clinton, the feminist stand-up's
standup,appears at the ArcadiaTheatre

in Dallas on Friday, Dec. 8. Call
Curious Times at (214) 528-4087 for
ticket information. Kate then travels to
Houston for a 2-show concert at

nancy ford
• comedy •
residential • commercial•

Fitzgerald's on Sat, Dec. 9. Also

performing atFitzgerald's thatevening
will be a hostofHoustonian fem-talent,
including guitarist Edna Garcia, The
Wynne Walker Band, actress/
playwright Marianne Pendino, and
Dimensions own Nancy Ford. For
ticket info call Inklings Altemative
Bookstore, (713) 521-3369 or
Fitzgerald's, (713)862-7652.

for booking info
coll or write:

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Houston,Texas 77098

(713)721-4125
(713)520-7237

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offee

the

A Discussion of Lesbian Literature Both New and Old

This month, T. Sumner Reviews:

HOLIDAY
READING LIST
Four New Books From Noiod Press -

Great for reading or giving as gifts!

This month we're going to take a look at
four books — ail from Naiad Press, Inc..
You'll find ordering information at the
bottom of this article. Rating information

poverty stricken.The stoiy revolves aroimd

Marty and Thea,two"down-on-their-luck"
women who meet in a welfare office in

Tuscon. Ms. Taylor manages to touch on

many important issues (including
discrimination against PWA's, the

ajjpears below.

homeless and the differently-abled, to her
Good

views on our country's welfare system)
while never straying from the telling of a

Cjip Fair

powerful and moving story. I recommend

^ Poor

Rice & Beans to all readers ofgood fiction.

9^

RICE & BEANS

SUE SLATE:PRIVATE EYE

by Valerie Taylor
Naiad Press, Inc.,$8.95
This is an exquisite book that gives real
insight into to the plightofthe homeless and

by Lee Lynch
Naiad Press, Inc., $8.95
OK,I will grant you that it's a siUy idea..

Dec. & Jan. 1989/90 • Dimensions • Page 27

. A feline (as in kitty-cat) detective named

ROSE PENSKI

Sue Slate sets out to solve the murder of"a

by Roz Perry

pteople"in the cat infested neighborhood of
Peacock Alley. Along the way she falls in
love, introduces us to the sinister side of

catdom and gets in many a scrape. Every
cliche you've ever heard about cats and
private-eyes and alot of the ones you've
heard about gay men are included here.
Although it leans tow^ds the trite,this book
.is.eiitertaining. Read it for fun or not at all.

AFTER THE FIRE

by Jane Rule
Naiad Press, Inc., $8.95
IDon't look here for a pat plot with a

Naiad Press Inc., $8.95
You'll Uke this quirky novel as much as
you'll like the main character. Rose Penski.
Rose and her lover, Adelle, are in the San
Francisco

area

while

Adelle

has a

suspicious lump in her breast investigated.
As their fear grows. Rose turns to thing she
knows best — cooking. The relationship
between these two women is filled with the

odd things that grow between two pieople
who have been together for many years.
The short-hand way of communicating, the
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TTie holidays are a time of family,together
ness, giving and love, right? Well, yes, but
they are also times of stress, budget-busting
and even depression. We all have different
ways of coping with the holidays but some

people tend to go to the extremes. How do
you react to the holidays? Answer the 10
questions below and find out!

1. You normally begin shopping for
Christmas gifts:
a. at the January sales.
b. the day after Thanksgiving.
c. Christmas eve.

2. When you buy Christmas gifts, you:
a. spend alot on everyone on your iisL
b. try to find a sjjecial gift that isn't too
expensive for everyone.

c. you putit off and end up buying whatever
you can find at the last minute.
3.You send Christmas cards to:

a.everyone you've ever met,from elemen
tary school on.
b. to close friends and family.

c. to whoever sent you cards last year.

4. For Christmas dinner, you:

a. like a big crowd and turkey with all the
trimmings.

b. prefer something special but simple for
yourself and a few close friends or family.

c. want to go out to a restaurant You don t
want to cook on a holiday.

Are You A

5.When it comesto Holiday parties,you:

a. go to every one you're invited to

you

can rest after the first of the year.

b. only go to business parties and those of

Christmas
Junkie?

close friends.

c.avoid them —you hate to go and act nice
to people you only see once a year.
6. Your season's decorations are:

a. three tons of lights, a nativity scene with
singing wise-men and a mechanical Santa
in the front yard.

Dec. & Jan. 1989/90 • Dimensions • Page 29

b. a nicely decorated Christmas tree and
maybe a few strings of outdoor lights.
c. a couple of Christmas cards taped to the
fridge.

remember that you don't have to spend

$100 on everybody on your list and take
some time for yourself. You'll be much
better prepared, both physically and men
tally, for the new year.

7.If your parents decided to go away for
the holidays, you:
a. would be horrified. How could they do
this to your traditions?
h. would be glad. They deserve a break,

c. would be happy.Itsaves you from having
to make the trek home.

ANSWER THE LAST

THREE QUESTIONS WITH:
A for Always, B for Sometimes,

20-30
You strike a good balance between tradi

tion, family and friends during this season.
You know better than to try to outdo every
one in the decoration and gift departments,
but you're jjerfectly willing to "whoop it
up" a little and indulge yourself a bit. You
understand that it is alright to be sentimental
about Christmas,but you don't let it control
you.

and C for Never.

8. The gifts I give are better than those I
receive.

9.1 usually run my credit card bills sky high
this time of year.
10. It wouldn't seem like Christmas if I
wasn't tired from all the frenzy.

SCORING

10-19
O.K. Scrooge,so Christmas is just another
day of the year to you, and you don't see
why you should knock yourself out to con
form to everyone else's idea of a perfect

holiday. You might just be surprised by
how much fun you can have if you'll only
loosen up a bit. Send out a few Christmas
cards, accept an invitation or two, and try

Give yourself points as follows:
4 points for each"A" answer.
2 points for each "B" answer.
1 point for each "C" answer.

if you scored:
31-40
You really go overboard this time of year
and you end up paying for it after January 1.

putting some real thought into the gifts you
buy. Depression is a big problem this time
of year — pteople set their expectations so
high that they are bound to feel let down.
Maybe this was a problem for you in the
past, and now you've resorted to no exptectations at all to avoid the disappointment.
You could have a great time this year — if
you'll let yourself.

Frazzled nerves, big credit-card bills, and a
wrecked diet are just
some of the fallout

from your holiday
overindulgence.

A

little restraint could go
a long way towards
helping you settle

down and truly enjoy
the holidays. Turn
down an invitation or

two, tone down your

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WINTER TRAVEL - cont.from page 21

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call the number above for more info!

ASPEN SKI WEEK
January 21-27,1990
You'll have to find your own accom
modationsfor this one,butonce you've
arrived, give the Aspen Gay/Lesbian
Group a call at (303) 468-1956 for

information on parties, ski groups,etc.
In the past this has been a predomi
nantly gay male event but more and

more women are participating every
year!

If you don't see anything here that in
terests you, be sure to check out the

guide books available for lesbians and
gays. These guides are invaluable for
the traveler. The addresses for three of
the"Biggies"are listed below - write to

the cheaper the price per person (only
$27.50 per night with ten people). All

them for copies of their guides or find

linens, cooking utensils, etc. are pro

them at your local bookstore

vided — all you have to bring is your

GAIA'S GUIDE

self, your food and a good cook.8um-

412 Archway Road

mer rates are $120 per night and up

London, N. 16, England

dejjending on the number of people in

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you'll have access to local bars & res
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Also,I'm told that many local women
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get a chance to make some new friends!

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OBtry:
MIRROR IMAGES

Like a warm feeling of security.
Your smile overpowers me.
My eyes ore the key to my soul.

Cost a glance at them; And you shall see
A reflection of yourself...
the way I see you.
The way you con never see yourself.

Your dreams are the biggest part of you.
The port I admire most.

The port that you should keep.
Yet, and yet.. .
There is an even better part of you.
This is your heart.

It is so fragile, so daring,so eager to ...
To give all that it has.
And ask nothing in return.
Let me be your mirror.
Look into my eyes;
For if you do, you will see my soul.
You will see yourself...
The way only I see you.
-R. Garza

Houston, TX

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oroscope
What's in the Stars for You this month?

SCORPIO
(Oct 24th -Nov 22nd)

December 15th - 31st
You'11 have to keep out ofthe limelightright
before Christmas so that you can finish a
project at work before the holidays. Once
you're finished, watch out! Going out and
having friends over dominate the rest of the
month.

January
Your personal life is looking up for 1990 but
you'11 have to take a serious look at ho w you
handle your personal finances. Now is a
good time to sit down and figure out a
budget for the coming year. A hot new

romance may come on the scene this month,
it may not last, but it will be fun while it
does! A raise or promotion early in the
month could help you with some of your
holiday debt. Your social life is exciting and
this could be tied in with your new flame!

SAGIHARIUS
(Nov 23 - Dec 21)

December 15th - 31st
A holiday bonus or raise could lift your
spirits right now, but don't be tempted to
spend it all! You may be asked to host a
party or assume leadership for an
organization that you belong to. Your love
life gets a boost around the 20th.

January
The trick this year is to get off to a good start
and it looks like you'll have all the right
opportunities as January rolls around.
Home, business and especially love are all
looking up this month. Now is a good time

romantic adventure that's headed your way.

CAPRICORN
(Dec 22nd - Jan 19th)

December 15th - 31st
You feel short-tempered this holiday
season.Try to control yourself or you could
make everyone's Christmas miserable.
Social activities could bring back your good
will, so take advantage of all those
invitations. After Christmas, you feel more
relaxed and you are ready for a festive New
Year's celebration!

January
You may feel like everyone is picking on
you, particularly at work, as the new year
gets under way.The feeling will pass by the
10th. Try to keep your temper under
control, it's better to lose a few battles than

to lose friends. After the 15th, things
smooth out and you're able to get
everything back on track at work and at

home. Something that has been causing
stress will ease up and let you enjoy the
company of friends and co-workers again.
Your love life will see some improvement
during this pteriod.

AQUARIUS
(Jan 20th - Feb 18th)

December 15th - 31 st
Focus on your work in the weeks before the
holidays and your lifestyle could change for
the better after the first of the year. There
will be plenty of time for social activities

after hours and you will be in the sptotlight.
Pay holiday bills before the 1 st and you can

to sit down and set some goals for your
career and personal life.If you are currently

have a relaxing New Year's.

involved in a relationship, things will
certainly be on the right track this month, if

If you made any resolutions, you'll have to
work hard to keep them this year. Some

Jahuary

you are single, look out for an exciting

Page 34• Dimensions • Dec. & Jon. 1989/90

what you need to lift your spirits after the
stress of the holidays. And, a new romantic
interest could be pressuring you for a

compromise or you may find yourself in
court. Keep a low profile imtil the 20th and
that should help immensely in relieving
tensions. Someone you've heljjed in the
past will come back to help you in an
unexpected way late in the month. Accept
their help graciously and you'll have an ally

commitment. Don't be afraid to say "yes",
it could be the best decision you've made in

for life. Romance is the high point of
January.

goals you set for yourself in past years may
have been set too high and you'll have to
adjust them to more realistic terms now. A

raise or promotion at work could be just

years.

TAURUS
PISCES
(Feb 19th-Mar 20th)
December 15th - 31st
Your career is spot-lighted right now and a

(April 20th - May 20th)
December 15th - 31st
All that hard work you've been doing lets up

raise or bonus could bring the money you

right now so you can enjoy a holiday rest. A
long trip at Christmas may be just what the

need to make this a special Christmas. You

doctor ordered to help you relieve some

may be in a mood to reminisce during the

stress. Keep a cool head though when it

holiday season and having old friends and
family around you is just what the doctor

comes to romance, you could be in over

ordered to relieve some of the stress you've

January

your head.

been feeling.

January
1990 may start out a bit confusing for
Pisces.Conflicting orders from the boss and
friends who say one thing and do another

may be making you crazy. Everything
straightens out by the 10th and you'll feel
much better about yourself and those

around you. A platonic friendship may be
heating up this month and the romance you
find could be just what you've dreamed of.
Be very careful when driving this month,
your potential for accidents is very high.

ARIES
(Mar 21st - April 19)
December 15th - 31st
A relationship that has been on the rocks
could take an unexpected turn for the better

and lift your spirits for the coming holidays.
Finances are also on an upswing and you
can afford something special for a loved

one. Everything is going your way and you
couldn't be happier!

January
An argument with a friend or family
member could quickly escalate into a major
war. Try your best to work out a

You'll need to set some goals about what
you want to do with your career during the
fnst partofJanuary.The perfectjob may not
be offered but you could fmd yourself in a
position to influence the people who could
help you the most.Tax time is a few months
away but some organization right now
could save you some heartache later on.
Romance is put on the back burner this
month as more pressing matters take your
attention.

GEMINI
(May 21st - June 21st)
December 15th - 31 st
All work and no play makes Gemini a very
unhappy girl right now.Everyone is getting
into the holiday spirit and you have tied
yourself down with work. Try to sneak in
some social activities after hours, you may

end up tired, but this time of year is short
lived and you don't want to miss out!
January
A temper tantrum early in January could
cause you problems throughout the month.
Yelling won'tsolve the problem,it's best to
keep your mouth shut and stay out of the
limelight, things will solve themselves in

Dec. & Jan. 1989/90 • Dimensions • Page 35

time. Your career is looking up after the
10th,a raise or promotion may not be in the
cards for several months, but the attention
you get from higher-ups is definitely
working for your benefit.Take time out for
a short, romantic trip towards month end.

VIRGO
(August 23rd - Sept 22nd)
December 15th - 31st

CANCER

You may have a tendency to go overboard
on holiday spending if you don't keep a
close eye on your pocketbook. Small
inexpensive gifts will bejustas tqjpreciated.

(June 22th - July 22th)
December 15th - 31st

Work gets easier in time to allow you to
enjoy the holiday social scene and you've
never been happier to get out of the house.

Travel is on the agenda during the holiday
season, it may be a working vacation, but

January

Any partnerships that you involve yourself

Most Virgo-ans will find the first part of
January a good time to relax and make plans
for the coming year. Some,however will be
so busy they won't have time to sit down,
much less relax. You may find that you'll
have more details than you thought to work
out before you can get things back on track.

in this month will be around for a long time.

If your love life has been good for awhile,it

Romantic commitmaits could last for

can only getbetter,if it hasn'tbeen up to par,
now is the time to get things moving again.

that doesn't mean it won't be fun! A new

romance could brighten you social life also,
new friends come into the picture that can
make your holidays even more fun.

January

years, as could could business partnerships
set up this month. You will want to work
these commitments out in writing or sit
down and talk about it in detail or you will
feel insecure until you do.Co-workersseem
easier to get along with right now.

LIBRA
(Sept 23rd - Oct 23rd)
December 15th-31st
Money is the main focus in the weeks before

LEO

(July 23rcl - August 22nd)
December 15th - 31st
Social obligations could be getting you
down right now. You wantsome peace and
quiet to work out some jjersonal or family
problem that has been bothering you.Tum
down a few invitations and focus on your

problem. Once it is solved, you'll be ready
to get back in the holiday party scene and
enjoy it more!

January

Christmas. With a little work and thought,
you could hit the jackpot! After the 22nd,
your focus switches to family and loved
ones. A love relationship that has fallen on
hard times recently could take on a new
glow. Enjoy.

January
Taking criticism personally at work or at
home could lead to some anger on your part
during the first part of January. Try to
control your temper and take this criticism
as it was meant — friendly. You may be

vacation right now. You could wind up in

looking for a romantic commitment right
now, but don't count on getting what you
want It could tum out for the best though,
since it's likely that you will be attracted to

financial trouble for the rest of the year.

someone special towards the end of the

Take the time to express your feelings to

month.

Don't give in to the temptation to go off on
a wild spending spree or extravagant

your loved ones, it will keep them happy
and make you feel more secure.Say no to all
business deals after the 20th,someone may
be taking you for aride you don't want to go
on.

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Irectory
A Listing of Service Organizations, Businesses & Clubs
ARLINGTON,TX (area code 817)

organizations
Gay/Lesbian Association of UTA
P.O. Box 19348-77, UTA St. 76019
794-5140

AUSTIN,TX (area code 512)
clutss

Dallas Gay Alliance
4012-B Cedor Springs 75219 <528-4233
Dallas GayAesblan Historic Arctiives
4012-B Cedor Springs < 821-1653
Dallas Gay Youtti Group
300 Turtle Creek Plozo #116 < 307-7203
Dallas Outdoors
P.O. Box 35474 75235 < 276-5270
Dallas Tavern Guild
3900 Lemmon Ave. #220 < 526-5292

Nexus/Petticoat Junction

Foundation for Human Understanding

401 & 401-B E. 2ncl.495-9553

528-4233

organizations

GayAesblan Young Adults

Affirmation (Mettiodist)
7403 Stioai Creek • 451-2329

528^233

Austin Lamtxta

2727 Ook Lown 75219 < 528-2811

Grace Fellowstiip in Ctirist Jesus

P.O. Box 5455 78763
Gay/Lesbian Student
Association at UT Austin <458-3971
Box 275 Texas Union 78712-7338

Lesbian/Gay Rigtits Lobby
P.O. Box 2505 78768

Metropolitan Community Ctiurctr
1100 Sprlngdcle Rd. < 929-3660
Oasis Ministry

Lesbian Information Line (LiL)
P.O. Box 191443 75219 < 528-2426

Lesbia/Gay Political Coalition
P.O. Box 224424 75222 < 828-9882
Lesbian Visionaries
P.O. Box 191443 75219 < 521-9642

Metroplex Republicans
P.O. Box 191033 75219 < 941-8114

Oak Lawn Community Services

Waterloo Counseling Center

3000 Turtle Creek Rozo,Suite 116
75219-5311 < 520-8108

507 Powell 78703 < 322-9654

Oak Lawn Symptionic Band

5555 N. Lomor Blvd. #L101 < 441-9191

Texas Human Rigtits Foundation

P.O. Box 190973 75219 < 986-1751

2201 N. Lomor # 203 78705 < 479-8473

WANT -(Women In Tfie Arts)

AIDS Legol Asslstonce 1-800-828-6417

288-9299 or 823-3105

Womyn Togettier

3920 Cedar Springs < 528-4233

DALLAS, TX (area code 214)
businesses
Business Delivery Systems
14902 Preston Rd. 75240 < 733-1108
Crossroads Market
3930 Cedor Springs
521-8919 or 1-800-992-6404

Curious Times - Women's Books etc.
4008-D Cedar Springs 75219 < 528-4087

DENTON,TX (area code 817)

organizations
COURAGE, Lesbian Gay Student Org.
c/o Student Activities Center
P.O. Box 5067 76203 < 382-3813

FT. WORTH (area c<xle 817)

clubs
Sue Ellen's
3903 Cedor Springs < 559-0707
Desert Moon < 5903 Willis • 828-4471

organizations

organizations

Affirmation (Mettiodlst) < 478-7837

clubs
Partners <1612 Park Place < 924-2519

Affirmation (Mettiodisf)
P.O. Box 225831 75222 < 948-1546
AIDS Resource Center
4012-B Cedor Springs 75219

HOUSTON, TX (area code 713)
clubs

Ctiurcti of ttie New Covenant-Sun @ 11

Ttie Ranch

1000 S. Sherman #B < 828-0771

9125 S. Main < 666-3464

Dec. & Jon. 1989/90 • Dinnensions • Poge 37

organizations

National Gay/Lesbian Crisisiine

AIDS Foundation
3400 Montros© #700 •524-AIDS
AIDS HOTLINE

National GayAesbian Task Force

1-800-SOS-GAYS
1517 U Street NW

Gay/Lesblon Students
University of Houston

Washington D.C. 20009 • 202-332-6483
The Fund for Hunrxin Dignity
666 Broadway 4th Floor

4800 Calhoun •529-3211

NY. NY 10012

c/o Switchboard • 529-3211

Gay & Lesbian Swltchtxiard
P.O. Box 66591 77266 •529-3211

Houston Gay Political Caucus
P.O. Box 66664 77266 •521-1000
Kingdom Community Churcti
614 E. 19th.862-7533
Lambda ALANON
Lambda Ceriter for Aichohoiics
1214 Joanne • 521-9772

Lesbian/Gay Students
University of Houston - Clear Lake
2700 Bay Area 77058
Montrose Pool League/Billiards
PJ 863-8482
PWA Coalition - Houston
3327 Essex Lane *623-4436

NORMAN,OK (area code 405)

organizations
Women's Resource Center
P.O. Box 5089 73070

OKLAHOMA CITY, OK
(area code 405)

organizations
Oasis the Community Center
2135 NW 39th 73112 • 525-AIDS

Herland Sister Resources, Inc.
2312 NW 39th 73112 • 794-7464

Womynspace

SAN ANTONIO,TX (area code 512)

P.O. Box 980601 77098-0601
880-9517 or 521-0780

clubs

Women's Softtxsii League

8021 Pinebrook • 341-2618

6431 Pineshade • 868-6256

The Circle

organizations

LUBBOCK.TX (area code 806)

Dignity/San Antonio
202 N. St. Mary's• 349-3632

organizations

Integrity/San Antonio

Lubbock Lesbian/Gay Alliance

P.O. Box 150006 78212.684-4920

P.O. Box 64746 79464• 796-2403

Names Project/Lubbock

River City Living Metropolitan
Community Church

796-1800 or 744-1957

202 Holland 78212 • 822-1121

LISA (Lesbian Information SA)
828-LlSA (5472)

SALGA - San Antonio Lesbian & Gay
NATIONAL ORGANIZATIONS

Assembly • 733-7300

Affirmation: United Methodists for

San Antonio AIDS Foundation
P.O. Box 120113 78212-9313
Son Antonio Tavern Guild • 822-2823

Lesbian/Gay Concerns
P.O. Box 1021 • Evanston, iL 60204
AIDS Action Council

729 Eighth St. S.E. Suite 200
Washington. DC 20003 .(202) 547-3101
AIDS 800 • 1-800-221-7044
Conference For Catholic Lesbians

P.O. Box 436, Planetarium Station
New York, New York 10024

SOUTH PADRE ISLAND, TX
(area code 512)
accomodations
Lyie'sDeck • 120E. AtolSt.
P.O. Box 2326 78597 • 761-LYLE

Nil Gay Alliance for Young Adults,
Inc.P.O. Box 190426

y//.

Dallas, TX 75219-0426 •(214)307-7203

National Gay/Lesbian Clearinghouse
666 Broadway 4th Floor
NY, NY 10012

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