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Dimensions : v.2: no.9(1988:Apr.)
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Dimensions was a lesbian lifestyle magazine published in Lubbock, TX from July 1986 until the end of 1996. Content includes national news, poetry, book reviews, advice columns, and horoscopes.
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Visions Publishing Co.
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1988-04
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Dimensions
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All rights reserved by Visions Publishing Co. Reproduced in collaboration with J.D. Doyle's Houston LGBT History Archive.
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Visions Publishing Co.
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Hunter, Roxanne
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2018-09-07T20:27:12Z
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2018-09-07T20:27:12Z
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File digitized by Chambers Library from original issue donated by Herland Sister Resources.
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Lesbians
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Dimensions
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LGBTQ+
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application/pdf
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1980-1989
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PROPERTY OF
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Property of the Center
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Volume 2, Issue 9
April 1988
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Table of Contents
Vol. 2 Issue 9
April 1988
Lesbian Couples
& The Law
17
the Coffee Club: Book Review
22
QUIZ: Do You Run Away
from your Problems?
26
EEGULAH
FEATUEIS
From the Editor
To the Editor
News
What's Coin' On
5
6
7
12
Dear Agnes
Graffiti Page
Horoscope
Directory
15
24
30
34
Classifieds
37
& ficiiQU
(Poetry
2$
Dimensions is puUishcd by Visions Publishing Co., P.O. Box 856, Lubbock, TX 79406, Pfacoe: (806) 797-9647. Opimcns cx^xessed
by colunmists do not necessarily reflect those of Dimensions or its staff.PuWtcaiion of the names ofany per»<*i or organization is not an
indication of aexual orientation. Subscription Rates: 6 inos. 312.00. 1 yr. 324.00. PaymCTt rntm accompany all subacripUoo orders.
Copyright €)1988 by Visions Publishing Co. All rights lescrvcd. Rcproductian in whole or in part is strictly prohibilcd.
Any letter received by Dimensions wUl be assumed for publicatian. All letters must include signature, address and phtmc number. We
reserve the right to edit letters a-s wc feel necessary. The writers name will be withheld if so requested.
Dimensions
DO YOU
HAVE A
NEWS STORY
P.O. Box 856
Lubbock,TX 79408
(806)797-9647
Office Hrs:
lpm-6pm Mon-Sat
THAT MIGHT
BE OF
INTEREST TO
DIMENSION'S
READERS?
Roxanne Hunter/Wifor
Keliy Chambers/
Assistant Editor
Tasha Sumner/Advertislhg
Director
Roxanne Hunter/
News Editor
Contributing Editors:
We are interested in
what is happening in
your community
Shannon Lacy
Kelly Ctiambers
so coll or write:
Linda Monroe
Cameron Taylor
Judy Smith
Shannon Lacy/Production
Manager
Suzonna Reiily/Southwest
Dimensions
P.O. Box 856
Lubbock,TX 79408
Distribution
806-797-9647
Cameron Taylor/Staff
Photographer
For Advertising
information & Rotes,
Please include your:
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FROM THE EDITOR
When we started Dimensions I had people (some of them friends) tell me: "It won't
work! You will never make it work if it is geared strictly to women! Women will
not support a publication of their own!" Well my first reaction was that I had already
made up my mind for Dimensions to be a Lesbian publication; so I just listened,
and nodded, and put out the first issue anyway.
The first six months was hard! We hardly received any feedback, finances were
terrible, we were never sure if what we were doing was right or wrong. It was alot
like being in a big, dark room and not having any idea where the light switch was.
Then about last March something happened. We started to pick up advertisers and
then the mail-pouch started to get fat and people were actually starting to submit
articles. The subscription list started to grow and then phone started to ring. It was
strange, but it felt good.
1 have learned alot doing Dimensions; about people, about operating a business,
about friends, and about our community. When you read about being an entrepreneur
one thing most businesswomen say, "You will lose most of your friends and you
will feel isolated". Believe it!
Recently in Dallas, we were sitting in the ZooBar and after meeting several women,I
got the distinct impression because we were with Dimensions we weren't suppose to
be human or something along those lines. Well I'm here to tell you we are! And we
are not some awsome company on the edge of the world. We don't have endless
contacts, or endless financial resources, or some magical insight into the
communities you live and work in.
We like to keep up with what is going on in the communities and keep you
informed. We don't always do a good job at that and until we can afford a paid staff
we will have to continue to rely on our readers, advertisers, subscribers, and wntCTS
to help keep us informed. If there is an event you think we should carry, pic up e
phone or drop us a card in the mail. Not only will it inform some of your sisters m
other communities in the tri-state area, it could help bring folks to your community
for the event
Wp Hn
Our What's Going On column is free! It is nol limited to our adve
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have space limits, but we will make every effort to include your su missions. ,
your community is not included, you can do something about it e us w
are doing and when. Our deadline is the 20th of the month prior to pu c
deadline for July issue is 20th of June)!
Roxanne Hunter
Editor
TO THE EDITOR
MINNESOTAN ENJOYS
DIMENSIONS
Dear Ms. Hunter,
I just received my first copy of
Dimensions, and I'm delighted with
the fine quality. The cover art of the
Valentine's Day issue was lovely, and
I also enjoyed the graffiti page and the
FEELING PRIVILEGED
Wonderful Womyn,
We love your publication, and feel
privileged to tell all our friends about
Dimensions.
We are looking forward to our home
delivered editions.
In Sisterhood & Love,
Stephanie
literature reviews.
I
appreciate
yotir
enthusiastic
invitation to you readers to submit
their own work for publication. I am
taking you up on the offer by
submitting my poem "Eve of'85."
I live way up in Minnesota, but I do
visit friends in San Antonio now and
then, and I can't wait to check out the
clubs advertised in yoiu" magazine. In
the meantime,I look forward to many
If you hove o question or
comnnent,send us o letterl
All letters must Include name,
address & signature. Names
will be withtield If so requested.
moments with Dimensions. Bravo
and thank you. Sincerely,
X>ff TH€
Nell Garden
Richfield, MN
I/I
3
REFRESHING CHANGE
Dear DimensicMis,
I pick up my copy of Dimensions at
the Ranch in Houston. I truly enjoy
your magazine. It's such a refreshmg
change from all the men's magazmes.
Enclosed are several poems I have
written over the years. If any of these
fit in with your publication, please
aNIQOE Gli=TS
T-shirts
3
ffDULT a OCCASION
CfiRDS
use them,I would love to see some of
my work in print.
Thank you,
Mary T. Gregory
OPEN
Houston, TX
MON-FR110-10
Ed. Note: Mary's poetry can befound
SAT 10-9
SUN 1-5
on page 25 in this month's issue.
3921 CEDAR SPGS.
DALLAS.TX
___21^21-9051
According to Cary Junkin,
Executive Director of couples.
Inc., "we plan to honor Gay
Texas Lesbians
to Meet in
Dallas
Fathers and Lesbian mothers for
the love and care they give their
children. Just as Couples, Inc.
did with the Wedding at the
National March on Washington,
we plan to show the non-gay
DALLAS - The first Texas
Lesbian Conference will be held
in Dallas on May 6,7, and 8 at
the Ramada Hotel near Love
and gay communities that our
Field. The conference is being
families are based on love.
sponsored by Among Friends,
Same-sex couples and gay
in collaboration with Lesbian
families
eve^where
are
organizing for this celebration."
Visionaries.
Sonia Johnson
will
be the
"Same-sex couples make up are
keynote speaker. Sonia was
large and mostly quiet segment
excommunicated
from
the
Mormon church because of her
of
the
lesbian
and
gay
community. While many of the
couples are raising children,
support for ERA. In 1984, she
ran for President.
there are also large numbers of
lesbian and gay parents without
partners. These families deserve
For further information,contact:
BJ at(214)328-3792.
the same rights and privileges as
heterosexual families," noted
Walter Wheeler, the President
Gay Parents
Day to be
of Couples, Inc.
Couples, Inc. is inviting other
organizations, gay and lesbian
families, same-sex couples and
individuals to organize family
celebrations in their local
Celebrated
May 8tti
LOS
ANGELES
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In
recognition of the love and
communities. While the form of
commitment represented by
lesbian and gay families.
the celebrations will vary, plans
already call for large family
breakfasts with honored guests
Couples,Inc. has designed May
and speakers on family issues.
8, 1988 as Parents Day. That
Sunday, which
is
also
traditional Mother's Day this
year, will be marked by
These events are also to be fund
raisers for Couples, Inc. and
local organizations working for
family rights.
celebrations in several cities.
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According to Carol Mortimer,
V.P. - East for Couples, Inc.,
"The celebration of Parents day
to honor Gay Fathers and
NGAYA
Implements
Lesbian Mothers will further
New Fund
emphasizes our organization's
slogan, 'Love makes a family.
Nothing else, nothing less!"'
Raising
Program
Organizations that want to co-
sponsor local events, and
DALLAS - The National Gay
Merchantville, NJ, or P.O. Box
77266, Atlanta, OA 30057. Or
call: (213) 550-7549 or (609)
Alliance for Young Adults, Inc.
(NGAYA) has implemented a
new fund raising program.
"A New Tommorrow" is
engineered to be a long term
funding program that will allow
individuals,
as well as,
organizations to help raise funds
for the future development of
our community. The program
663-3460.
also allows contributions to be
individuals and families that
want to help organize or
participate should contact
Couples, Inc., P.O. Box
13323, L.A., CA 90013-0323,
or at 109 Myrtle Ave.,
made to specific projects and
special funds of NGAYA,
including our new National Gay
13th Annual
South Eastern
Conference
Scheduled
ATLANTA, Ga.- The
13th
Annual S. E. Conference for
Lesbians and Gay men will be
held on April 14-17, 1988, at
the Pierremont Plaza Hotel in
Youth
Fund
for
AIDS
Education and the National Gav
Youth
Fund
for
Crisis
Intervention.
If we all work together, we can
build a "...New Tomorrow."
For more information on this
or any other program of
NGAYA, contact NGAYA at
P.O. Box 190426, Dallas TV
75219-0426.
Atlanta.
This conference is a major
educational, social, political and
cultural event. There will be a
variety of workshops, speakers
and entertainment.
For more information contact:
SECLGM 1-404-982-0544.
Liberty Books
Celebrates 2nd
Anniversary
AUSTIN - Liberty Books
owner Tom Doyal announced
plans today to celebrate the
.g. bookstore's
second
anni-
1988,from 3pm to 7pm.
endorsed by most major
feminist groups failed entirely to
address lesbian and gay issues.
During the conference, NGLTF
staff lobbyist Peri Jude Radecic
The celebration willfeature local
repeatedly
writers, door prizes, refresh
exclusion
ments
and
entertainment.
recognition.
versary. The event will be
held at Liberty Books, 1014B
North Lamar in Austin, on
Saturday afternoon, April 9th,
self-inflicted
"Liberty Books has become a
central meeting place for the
questioned
of
lesbian
the
/gay
concerns and pressed for their
"It was clear that lesbians were
not a welcome agenda issue,"
alternative culture of literate
said
lesbians and gay men. Their
'lesbian' was never voluntarily
Radecic.
"The
word
enthusiasm and warmth have
spoken or written by workshop
sustained us during a period of
moderators,
difficulty for area retailers," said
conference speakers during the
Doyal.
entire weekend."
The event will showcase a
Radecic noted the irony of the
newly acquired inventory of
books that will more than triple
panelists
or
Agenda's failure to raise
gay/lesbian issues at a time
the number of books in the
when all Democratic candidates
store. "Liberty Books has
purchased the contents of a
have stated their support for
lesbian/gay civil rights. "For the
comparable store in Houston.
first time in American history,
The new inventory will be on
all Democratic candidates have
the shelves in time for out
gone on record with NGLTF to
second
endorse gay/lesbian rights.
Now is not the time for any
segment of the civil rights
community, especially
the
anniversary
cele
bration," said Doyal.
feminist movement, to back
Women's
Conference
Agenda
Challenged
DES MOINES, IOWA - The
National Gay and Lesbian Task
Force
(NGLTF)
strongly
away from the critical battles
our community is fighting. This
conference was indeed a step
backwards for lesbians."
f'
TJ's
(817)566-9910
1215 E. Uniuersitu
Den ton, TX
challenged the failure of a
national feminist conference to
25^ Draft on Tuesdays
address lesbian rights issues. A
national Women's Agenda
$1 Beer on Thursdays
Conference held in Des Moines
on January 22-24, 1988, and
HOUSTON
Come Help Us Celebrate Our
2nd Anniversary
Sunday, April 24th
FROM 5PM TO 7PM
FREE Well Drinks
FREE Longnecks
FREE BuffQ-f-
FROM 8PM TO 12 MIDNIGHT
Live C&W Music
with
The Firecreek Band
APRIL 17th
DANA FITZGERALD
for the Survivors
TUESDAYS
BEER BUST
C&W Dance Lessons
WEDNESDAY
ROCK N'ROLL& DISCO NIGHT
No Cover•Drink Specials
THURSDAYS
BEER BUST
Amateur Night
SUNDAYS
BEER BUST
4pm-10pm
GREAT SHOWS!
Check At Bar For
Dates& Details
|lr
HOUSTON
(713)666-3464 • 9150S. Main"^)
THEe©@ILHOME OF MOT COUNTRY
>VliAT'S CCIN' CN
A Monthly Listing of Special Events
All Around Texas, Oklahoma & New Mexico
AUSTIN - There's a new line
up
of
weekly
specials
at
COUNTRY is open 7 days a
week now - the better to party
NEXUS/PJ's! On Tuesdays
there's a "Girls Only" Pool
with my dear!
Tournament
at
HOUSTON - 'What a party
8;30pm, there'll be a $50 first
this one will be! The RANCH
prize and $1 Draft so don't miss
will be celebrating it's Second
Anniversary with a big bash
on Sunday, April 24th. Doors
open at 4pm and starting a 5pm
and going until 7pm, there will
starting
out! On Wednesdays you can
learn how to dance C&W and
get $3 pitchers "to boot".
Thursday is New Music
Night with $1.25 Well &
Margaritas. Friday's
bring
be
free
well
drinks, free
Tournament
longnecks and a free buffet!
Then, at 6pm catch the
and of course, there's always
Firecreek Band playing live
Beer Bust on Sundays at
Country and Western Music
until midnight! Also, be sure to
another
Pool
6pm. Also, the patio is open so
you can get romantic under the
stars. Plus, don't forget that
Happy Hour happens every
day, Tuesday through Saturday
from 6pm to 9pm.
DALLAS
calendar!
-
Mark
Mischiff
your
will
catch Dana Fitzgerald for the
Survivors on April 17th.
Remember, Wednesdays are
Rock 'N' Roll and
Disco
Night! Be sure to congratulate
Betsy on two years in business
while you're there!
be
HIGH
DALLAS - RUMORS always
COUNTRY on Friday, April
they are wonderful! The Ms.
has alot going on and this
month is no exception! Starting
this month they will be open
everyday from 5pm-2am and
Razzle Dazzle contest is also
3pm-Midnight
coming to HIGH COUNTRY
Aso, there will be a cookout
on Sundays from 6-8pm with a
appearing
at
the
15th. I haven't had the chance
to hear them but I've heard that
and the NORTH 40 sometime in
on
Sundays.
April, check at the bar for date
wide
and time! Be sure to check the
ranging from tacos to barbeque!
Thursday Night Show with
Mahogany if you haven't
selection
of
goodies
On the 11th catch the Academy
Awards Party. The 15th is
caught one yet ... you'll love it!
Customer
Appreciation
Remember
that
HIGH -12- Night with half price drinks all
mght long and. Las Vegas
Night
makes
details hadn't been worked out
retum
at press time so check at the bar!
the 29th to
benefit Among Friends. Live
Steak Night returns this
month on Thursdays! Tuesday
entertainment
month
Night
includes Judy Christopher
on the 1st, Marge Troyer on
month
engagement on
a
this
Discussions
are
this
Affirmations:
the 8th & 22nd and Diane
Positive Thinking on the 5th
and Healing with Stones on
Pierce on piano on the 21st &
the 19th.
28th. And, last but not least, be
sure to wear your uniforms out
FT. WORTH - Don't miss out
on Tuesday and Friday, they'll
on
net you a bucket of beer for
Bust at PARTNERS! It will be
only $6.50
Thursday
Night
Beer
a blast with DJ Spanky. Also,
check
DENTON - Picnic Season is
here and TJ's has heard the call!
The 3rd is the date and the bar is
out
the
PARTNERS
Daily Cocktail Hour with $2
Pitchers, $1 Beer, $1.25 Well
and 750 Draw!
the place! Check it out, should
be fun. Live entertainment in the
form of J. Christopher is
also on the way on the 22nd!
SAN ANTONIO - A big
SOUTH PADRE - Now is
the time! "Spring Breakers" are
gone and the beach is waiting
for you at LYLE'S DECK. Get
an early start on your tan and
Easter Egg Hunt is in the
improve your attitude at the
works at die JEZEBEL on the
same time! Lyle and Don will
2nd. But, the real fun comes
be glad to have you anytime but
later with Fiesta from the 15th
thru the 23rd! Sharon at the
remember that the 3rd week
JEZEBEL says that there are
going to be parties and drink
specials all that week but the
other women!
and 3rd weekend of every
month is a good time to meet
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week. I get to s^ her:during that,time
and we are very happy.'b hope
someday she will leave heri husband
Dear Agnes,
j jyst came home from a two week
to find my lover living with my
best friend. I have lived with this
woman for six years and I went to
forme.
My friends thintFiti iwitS;becafusB;i^
colleg® with my best friend. I think
like having only a piece of pie instead
they have lost their minds and I feel
of the whole pie.
like I am losing mine.
I feel like killing them both. How
I've never spoken ^ her about-jeavitig
her husband, but she will eventyallgw
I have a gut feeling.Tr
/■
"T
could this happen. It is like things
were fine one day and screwed up the
Do you think I am a fool for waiting
on her?
next. I don't know what to do. I really
> ,i -
Wanting more in
don't have anyone else to talk to but
these two and I'm sure as hell not
* - v -'isr-
Pasadena, TX
talking to them.
Dear Wantirig,«^
I know that I have got to make new
!^|
I think you better talk to the woma^i
Gut feelings;are great^
righ^l
friends but right now I'm so depressed
I don't want to do anything.
but don't ever think-ycifu cab out guess;
In the Dumps
San Antonio, TX
what people will do.
i||
Friends often react negatively to an|«i
relationshipjt|?6t they consider out
the norm. Friends also have a way di
Dear In the Dumps,
It sounds like you are handling the
situation. You understand what needs
playing mqfher because they donj
to be done and you'll be able to do it
like to see someone being hurt
setting themselves up to be hurt. |l
when you are ready. There is nothing
Only you can^ jWlse how happy yoi^j
are in this ^Ipticlship. Some peopl^,
don't want all the pie. I suspect, b^l
the way yofi'^gned your letter, yoil^;
more painful than being burned by a
friend. Good luck!
Dear Agnes,
I wanted to write and ask your
want more! And you'll never know il^j
you don't ask.
opinion about my relationship. I'm
with a woman I love very much. I'm
29 and she's 37. She is married to a
man who travels about three days a
-15-
Jj
.'3
Dear Agite^,
I have an ex-lover diatIcanT^|eT to
leave me alone. We've been broken up
for five months. She had an affair for
six of our eight months together.
There was so much lying and cheating
on her part, it was worse than a soap
opera.
I finally left her and all of a sudden
she wants me back worse than
this applies to relationships too.
Apparently you are speaking to this
woman when she calls so tell her just
what you wrote in the last line of
your letter. "It's over and go on with
your own life!" Quit answering the
phone in the middle of the night or
anything. She calls at all hours of the
change your number. Do not
acknowledge her bad behavior. Some
night, comes over, calls my friends
for advice etc.. She starts fights with
whoever I have dates with. It's gotten
some attention either negative or
extremely out of hand.
How can I make her realize-it's over
romance.
and she needs to go on with her life?
Name Withheld
San Marcos, TX
people feel like as long as they have
positive there is hope to rekindle a
Good luck and let me know how it
goes.
^
Write to Dear Agnes witti
your problems or
Dear Withheld,
It is ironic that people don't want
what they have and when they don't
have it they want it. Unfortunately
comments at:
Dimensions
P.O. Box 856
Lubbock.TX 79408
r
SaPPORT SFiY
OWHED SaSIHESS
And,while you are there.
Tell Them
That You Saw
Their Rd 3n
V
Dimensions
J
You've met the perfect woman, fallen
in love, moved in together and you're
going to live happily ever after.
Right? Well, "maybe" might be a
better answer. Many things can
happen in the course of a relationship
and quite a few of them can be
devastating
and
involve
legal
questions.
Since lesbians and gay men are denied
the right to form a legal partnership,
such as marriage, you are also denied
the rights, privileges and recourse
given to a heterosexual couple. This
includes, but is not limited to: denial
of hospital visitation rights, no legal
recognition if a death occurs, child
custody, no joint income tax filing
and no legal divorce proceedings.
Some of the legal problems and
questions that come up and some
solutions to those problems are listed
below.
PROPERTY
While you may think you will never
break up with your partner, it is a
possible reality that needs to be
considered. Since
there
is
no
"marriage" for lesbians in die eyes of
the law, tliis also means there is no
"divorce". No means for property
divisi(Mi in the event of a dispute.
Though it may not sound very
esbian
romantic, it is a good idea to take
inventory before
you
move m
together. Each partner should make a
list of what they bring into the
& the Law
by Linda Monroe
household. Keep in mind that ^le
you may think you can do thmgs
fairly if the relationship ends, you
may not be in this same frame of
mind when that time comes.
If you make major purchases together
(i.e. home, car, appliances, etc.) you
should have a legdly binding contract
drawn up that deals with the division
of these properties in the event of a
break up. Making joint property piu'chases can give the surviving partner
the right of ownership in case of a
death, but it makes breaking up a
parmer, take the car that is in your
name or evict your lover from your
apartment if it is leased in your name
only.
The best way to remedy this situation
is by giving each other power of
attorney. Power of attorney simply
means the written, legal authority to
^ act for another
mess.
It is possible to
take
partner to court
for a property
settlement
most
person. You'll
your
but
lesbian
women will opt
out of this be
cause of pos
sible
adverse
publicity,
job
loss or harass
_ ince Lesbians &
Gay men are denied the
right to forma legal
partnership,such as
marriage,you ore also
denied the rights,
privileges and recourse
given to a heterosexual
couple.
have to consult
a lawyer for
this. Be sure to
find out if there
are
the
on
scope or
time of power
of attorney in
your
state.
There may also
be
ment.
any
limitations
situations
Separate checking and savings account
when power of attorney may be
should be maintained for at least the
revoked. Ask questions, you need to
first part of any relationship.
Although we may not think it could
be informed.
ever happen to us, there are people
INSURANCE
who will clean out a joint account and
Life insurance is a very good idea for
disappear.
lesbian couples. Both partners should
have at least a small Ufe insiunnce
pobcy with the other parmer listed as
POWER OF AHORNEY
beneficiary (the person who will
Often, when one member of a lesbian
receive the benefits). The amount
love relationship is hospitalized, the
other partner is excluded, not only
should be enough to cover burial
expenses, to pay bills while finances
from the hospital room, but also from
decision maldng. In the absence of
in the case of a contested will.
any documentation, power of attorney
will automatically be given to the .
are being settled and to pay legal fees
If the company you work for has a
life insurance plan and you do not
Mother and Father or some other
want
close family member. This is another
situation where you may think you
different Your parents would have the
beneficiary on their forms; you can
name your estate as beneficiary. By
doing this, you can leave the money
to your lover, by way of your will,
without questions about your
right to deny visitation rights to your j^g_
relationship.
know how someone will react, but in
times of stress, people can be very
to
name
your
lover
as
CHILD CUSTODY
your family cannot claim that your
Many lesbian and gay couples are
having
children
within
their
relationships by means of artificial
insemination, surrogate mothers, etc.
This can cause a great many problems
lover had undue influence or coerced
if
contracts,
wills
arrangements are
and
custody
not thoroughly
thought out. Custody can go to the
biological mother's family in the
event of a death, even if the child
recognizes the other partner as their
"parent". Custody arrangements can
be provided for in the will but you
need to a have your lawyer research
the possibilities since laws on this
subject vary in different areas. Also,
be sure to consult a lawyer when
making arrangements for artificial
you into making this particular will.
There is much that is not covered here
but this should give you a place to
start. The main thing is to consult
with a lawyer you can trust and be
sure all documents are legally drawn
up.
None of these legal questions are
pleasant to think about when you are
in love, but all of them are important.
You will be doing yourself and your
lover a favor by preparing for the
unexpected and making informed,
intelligent decisions well in advance
of any crisis situation.
insemination or a surrogate mother.
Many women opt to have a male
friend impregnate them, this is an
especially touchy area because that
male friend can turn around and make
custody claims. Once again, consult a
lawyer!
WILLS
Both partners in any love relationship
should have a will. Be sure, even if
you don't leave them anything, that
you mention your family (Since my
mother is already well provided for, I
leave her nothing. I leave my sister
Ann $100, etc.) This will keep
anyone from claiming you "forgot
them". Do everything in the most
legal sense. Name a neutral person as
your executrix (the person appointed
to carry out the provisions of the
will) your lawyer is a good choice if
you trust her. Also, be sure to choose
a stable witness with a pemnanent
address. It is also a good idea to have
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A Discussion ofLesbian Literature Both New and Old
This month T. Sumner Reviews:
The
LORD
is my
SHEPHERD
and HE
Knows
I'M GAY
by Reverend Troy Perry
Rev.Troy Perry
With Charles L. Lucas
Easter is here and I thought a
book with a religious theme
would be an appropriate choice
The Lord is My Shepherd and
He Knows I'm Gav was first
released in 1972 and it comes
for review this month. I chose
through in the slang that is used
The Lord is my Shepherd and
He Knows I'm Gav (Troy
Perry w/ Charles Lucas, Liberty
Press, $8.95). It is the story of
the Reverend Troy Perry,
throughout the book (groovy
founder
of
Fellowship
the
of
Universal
Metropolitan
Community
Churches
(UFMCC) and gay and civil
rights activist.
I would like to say that I found
this book to be inspirational, but
I didn't. The story is a good one
bar, etc.). Rev. Perry does
point out in his introduction to
this new
edition that he,
"attributed to God a masculine
identity...," and that he now
realizes the, "God transcends
gender and many of the other
limitations
to
which
we
sometimes blindly subscribe."
There were some passages j
found interesting. One jj.
particular was when the
moving and hard to read. I
Angeles
Metropolitan
Community Church finally eot a
building of their own, this
wanted to skim over much of it
message was received on the
and it needs to be told but I
found the book to be slow-
just to be done.
.22- day the building was dedicated:
"I regret prior commitments,
March the seventh, will prevent
my
joining
you
for
the
and overly descriptive in others.
Choppy is the best way to
describe it.
this special occasion. Ronald
Reagan, governor of the State
There is much to be gained from
this man's story. He has fought
for gay rights and won, he has
changed
a
great
many
of California."
discriminatory practices single
dedication services of your new
church building. Best wishes on
I commend Rev. Perry for his
vision and the success of the
handedly and he has given all
gay people a place to worship.
MCC organization. It is
definitely something the gay
community world-wide needed.
It is a book I should have
on.
enjoyed reading. So, unless you
have a burning desire to know
more about Rev. Perry's life,
this is not on my suggested
reading list.
If, however, you would like to
order The Lord is My Shepherd
I think this is a story that could
and He Knows I'm Gav. write
have been told much better. The
to Liberty Press, P.O. Box
writing is terse in some places
50421, Austin, Texas 78763.
We all should have the right to
worship as we see fit without
having to worry that we will be
"found out" and asked to move
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At times, I see a girl, still
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Striving so hard for her dreams.
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DO YOU RUN
AWAY FROM
YOUR PROBLEMS?
Do you avoid
expressing your
opinion because
someone you love mav
not agree with you?
you put off doing sniaU
things until they
become so big that you
can't handle them? Do
you find it hard to
express how you really
feel? Do you run away
from your problems?
Answer the 15
questions that follow
and find out if you need
to face up to running
away.
Answer the questions below
13. If I am trying to leam
with: Y for Yes, S for Sometimes,
something new,I ask for help
N for No.
from someone who knows.
7. I enjoy learning new things
74. If there is something
and taking on new challenges.
unpleasant that needs to be
done,I do it and get it over with
2. I go regularly to the doctor
as soon as possible.
or dentist, even when I think
nothing is wrong.
75. I find it easy to express
how I feel about issues that are
3. I usually tell people what I
important to me,even when I
think even if it is unpleasant.
know people will disagree.
4. I consider myself easy
going and flexible.
5. I usually act on my "gut
feelings"
6. I find it easy to make
decisions.
SCORING
Give yourself points on
each answer as follows:
Y=3
S=2
N=1
7. I stiU have friends I made
years ago.
8. I am usually on time to
If You Scored:
appointments and meetings.
35-45
9. If I rnake a mistake on the
job,I point it out to my boss as
to any problem that might
You are very good at facing iip
confront
you.
You
can
soon as possible.
overcome almost anything and
70. I enjoy doing risky things,
your feelings and opinions. You
may, however, be too foithnght
(riding motorcycles, etc.)
7 7. When I run short on cash,
I notify my creditors
unmediately to explain the
are usually very honest atout
S times and this could cause
resentment among your fnends
and co-workers. Because you
situation.
are always the first one to jurnp
into any project, you may not be
giving them a chance to show
72. I would tell my lover if I
always confront your problems
wasn't satisfied with our sex
life.
their talents. Also, since you
head-on, those around you may
27 feel that you will think them
weak if they don't do the same.
In other words, you are a hard
act to foUow. Facing up to your
defining the problem, then
examine all possible solutions.
Next, decide exactly what you
problems is a wonderful trait
are going to do and stick to it.
in your dealings with others.
Start with small goals and work
up to larger ones. You may
but be sure you use compassion
want to tell a close friend what
25-34
Although you don't usually
have a problem dealing with
problems in your life, you may
have a problem in one area. In
other words, you may handle
things fine at work and hide
from problems at home or vice-
versa. Or you may just run
away when you feel a problem
is too big for you handle. Either
way, you should try to identify
just what it is you do avoid and
you are trying to do. Not only
will they give you support, we
all do things better if we know
someone is watching. You will
find that as you deal with
problems you already have, you
will be better equipped and
ready to deal with new ones as
they come up. You will also
find that you self-esteem will
grow as you become used to
taking problems on with
confidence.
set out to change that behavior.
When you do find yourself
running away from a problem,
stop right then and work on
it.Use the principles outlined in
the section below. Not only will
you be happier with yourself,
so will those around you,
including your boss and your
lover.
''They re Antique Electrical loysF^
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15-24
You are a runner, you hide from
problems
and
may
have
symptoms of depression and
feel helpless or hopeless that
can be attributed to this trait.
You may have let so many
problems build up that they
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What's in the Stars for you this Month?
Love, Money,Trovel
ARIES
you should keep an open mind and
(Mar 21st-April 19th)
avoid criticism of those around you.
You may have a tendency to
overspend right now so keep a close
eye on your pocketbook!
Try to achieve your goals without
pushing too hard during the first week
of April. You could wind up
trampling on the opinions of others if
you're not careful. From the 9th thru
the 16th try to accept people as they
are and keep your secrets to yourself,
things should move ahead smoothly if
you take this advice. From the 17th
thru the 23rd you can look forward to
better
times
when
it
comes
GEMINI
(May 21st-June 21st)
During the first week of April, you
should show caution in all things.
However, in business dealings and
your social life you will be able to
step up the pace a bit and enjoy it
to
finances. This is also a good time to
make changes, improvements and
corrections in other areas of your life.
more. From the 9th thru the 16th
From the 24th thru the 30th you
have the desire to travel. Try to avoid
troublemakers on the job. From the
17th thru the 23rd the focus will be
your home life is in the spotlight,
you are content and happy but may
should work on matters that concern
you from behind the scenes, you will
make better progress if you keep to
yourself.
raise or promotion could be coming
TAURUS
projects that you have been putting
on financial and career matters. A
your way but you'll have to finish
off. The 24th thru the 30th is a good
time for making new friends and
(April 20th - May 20th)
Let things move at their own pace
enjoying a more varied social life.
during the first week of April.
Romance and money matters will go
much more smoothly without
CANCER
pushing. From the 9th thru the 16th
your social and romantic lives will be
You may find yourself playing the
exciting and dynamic butjealousy can
role of peacem^er during the first
(June 22nd - July 22nd)
week of April. Co-workers, family
result in some problems on the job.
From the 17th thru the 23rd your selfconfidence will be high and this will
members and neighbors may all need
this service right now. From the 9th
thru the 16th
you should avoid
making or listening to complaints,
they are a waste of time and you have
reveal itself in romance and at work.
Everything is
going right for you
now. From the 24th thru the 30th
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Property of the Center
better things to do. From the 17th
Your love life is really heating up but
thru the 23rd don't let anyone,
try not to focus all your attention on
particularly a lover, push you into a
decision you aren't ready to make.
iL From the 24th thm the 30th you
You soci^ life is exciting! From the
24th thru the 30th you should hold
off on any major changes in your life.
People and projects that have needed
may have to rewrite a budget because
you underestimate _expCTses in the
past Family members can be
influential in many areas right now.
LIBRA
you attention for awhile are in the
spotlight now.
(Sept 23rd-Oct 23rd)
LEO
the first week of April. A raise,
Money is your strong point during
(July 23rd - Aug 22nd)
promotion or other financial windfall
Travel may be on your agenda during
the first week of April. Whether it's
for business or pleasure, romance will
play a major role. From the 9th thru
the 16th your love life could be
could be headed your way. From the
9th thru the 16th concentrate on home
and social activities. Your friends and
love interest will provide much
suffering because you are wrapped up
From the 17th thru the 23rd the
in financial affairs. Take time out to
emphasis will once again be on work
give a a loved one a special treat.
From the 17th thru the 23rd you may
and career matters. You will have the
enjoyment and insight right now.
energy to push ahead on matters that
have a hard time pinning down how
you feel about someone, trust yoiu"
new projects. From the 24th thru the
gut instincts.
considering a big
24th thru the
definitely in the
30th a new romantic interest could be
headed your way or your current
romance could be heating up. Relax
and enjoy, everything is going your
You could be
piuehase. From the
30th romance is
cards. Member of
your family may also need your
need taken care of and the time to start
way.
attention now so be siu'e to make
SCORPIO
time for them.
(Oct 24tti - Nov 23rd)
VIRGO
(Aug 23rd - Sept 22nd)
You get what you ask for during the
first week April. Your social life is
Progress can be made in all things
important to you, including money
and love, during the first week of
April. From the 9th thru the 16th
your persuasive powers will be at
picking up and people will be willing
to grant you favors. From the 9th
their best You have the ability to
ideas of yours to work and get others
to go along with your plans. From
influence friends, family and co-
thm the 16th you will know
instinctively what others are thinking.
This will enable you to put some
workers to your way of thinking.
the 17th thm the 23rd you may be
From the 17th thru the 23rd a raise or
called
upon to come up with
solutions to a friend's crisis. This is
also a good time to invest or change
promotion could be right around the
comer, be prepared, you may have to
push a little to get it to go through! .31- investment strategies. From the 24th
thru the 30th you may feel that your
advantage of your feelings.
relationships are in timnoil, but it's
nothing a little time won't fix. Give
of yourself and it will make those
around you more content.
AQUARIUS
(Jon 20th - Feb 18th)
You will be able to work rings around
your co-workers during the first week
SAGIHARIUS
(Nov 24th - Dec 21st)
of April. This could bring your boss's
attention your way and could net you
Be wary of romantic overtures and
a raise or promotion. From the 9th
those who would use you for money
during the first week of April. Your
home life is satisfying now. From the
9th thru the 16th you may think that
someone is withholding information
from you but it is possible that they
just want you to believe that they
know something you don'L From the
17th thru the 23rd you should not go
out on a limb in business or personal
matters. You may make decisions you
will regret and that could hurt you
thru the 16th you will feel a strong
sense of control in your home
environment, use it to finish projects
started long ago. From the 17th thru
the 23rd you may feel very
affectionate toward your friends and
loved ones right now. Don't let them
take advantage of your emotions.
From the 24th thru the 30th love and
later on. From the 24th thru the 30th
money matters are moving along
smoothly and you couldn't be happier.
This is an especially good time to
improve your income if you didn't get
pay attention to your loved ones and
that raise earlier in the month.
their needs. Let them have the lead
and you will find that you are both
PISCES
(Feb 19th-Mar20th)
Romance is in the air during the first
more content
CAPRICORN
(Dec 22nd - Jan 19th)
You will more content both in
week of April. You will also find that
you have a great control over financial
relationships and on the job during
matters right now. From the 9lh thru
the first week of April. You can move
the 16th you will have good luck in
ahead with confidence in all matters.
all partnership matters, whether it is
From the 9th thru the 16th you
a
should watch your tongue and be
careful to say nothing that will hurt
another person. Relationships with
things just seem to crystallize right
family members will improve. From
the 17th thru the 23rd you will be
able to set goals and reach them with
ease. Older people may be critical,
business or love relationship,
now. From the 17th thru the 23rd
your expenses could rise unexpectedly
due to a car breakdown or other
mishap. Don't worry, it's nothing you
can't handle. From the 24th thru the
30th
you should avoid travel,
take it in stride, they'll see it your
way eventually. From the 24th thru
especially if it is an unplanned trip.
the
with a long-distance friend, they can
avoid jumping to
SOlh
don't
hesitate
when
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307-7203
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522-5156
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-34- 623-6135
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9125S. Main
666-3464
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524-AiDS
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NY,NY 10012
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529-3211
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4800 Calhoun
529-3211
NY,NY 10012
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521-1000
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Steve:699-3732 or Phil:688-6970
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2700 Bay Area 77058
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512)
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864-3098
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623-4436
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8755 Wurzbach Rd.
697-0413
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Women's Lobby Alliance
San Antonio AIDS Foundation
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4 Chelsea
521-0439
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6431 Rneshade
868-6256
822-2823
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code 512)
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120E.AtolSt.
796-2403
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761-LYLE
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Vol. 2 Issue 9
April 1988
Lesbian Couples
& The Law
17
the Coffee Club: Book Review
22
QUIZ: Do You Run Away
from your Problems?
26
EEGULAH
FEATUEIS
From the Editor
To the Editor
News
What's Coin' On
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FROM THE EDITOR
When we started Dimensions I had people (some of them friends) tell me: "It won't
work! You will never make it work if it is geared strictly to women! Women will
not support a publication of their own!" Well my first reaction was that I had already
made up my mind for Dimensions to be a Lesbian publication; so I just listened,
and nodded, and put out the first issue anyway.
The first six months was hard! We hardly received any feedback, finances were
terrible, we were never sure if what we were doing was right or wrong. It was alot
like being in a big, dark room and not having any idea where the light switch was.
Then about last March something happened. We started to pick up advertisers and
then the mail-pouch started to get fat and people were actually starting to submit
articles. The subscription list started to grow and then phone started to ring. It was
strange, but it felt good.
1 have learned alot doing Dimensions; about people, about operating a business,
about friends, and about our community. When you read about being an entrepreneur
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FEELING PRIVILEGED
Wonderful Womyn,
We love your publication, and feel
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In Sisterhood & Love,
Stephanie
literature reviews.
I
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yotir
enthusiastic
invitation to you readers to submit
their own work for publication. I am
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I live way up in Minnesota, but I do
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clubs advertised in yoiu" magazine. In
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Dear DimensicMis,
I pick up my copy of Dimensions at
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Mary T. Gregory
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SUN 1-5
on page 25 in this month's issue.
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According to Cary Junkin,
Executive Director of couples.
Inc., "we plan to honor Gay
Texas Lesbians
to Meet in
Dallas
Fathers and Lesbian mothers for
the love and care they give their
children. Just as Couples, Inc.
did with the Wedding at the
National March on Washington,
we plan to show the non-gay
DALLAS - The first Texas
Lesbian Conference will be held
in Dallas on May 6,7, and 8 at
the Ramada Hotel near Love
and gay communities that our
Field. The conference is being
families are based on love.
sponsored by Among Friends,
Same-sex couples and gay
in collaboration with Lesbian
families
eve^where
are
organizing for this celebration."
Visionaries.
Sonia Johnson
will
be the
"Same-sex couples make up are
keynote speaker. Sonia was
large and mostly quiet segment
excommunicated
from
the
Mormon church because of her
of
the
lesbian
and
gay
community. While many of the
couples are raising children,
support for ERA. In 1984, she
ran for President.
there are also large numbers of
lesbian and gay parents without
partners. These families deserve
For further information,contact:
BJ at(214)328-3792.
the same rights and privileges as
heterosexual families," noted
Walter Wheeler, the President
Gay Parents
Day to be
of Couples, Inc.
Couples, Inc. is inviting other
organizations, gay and lesbian
families, same-sex couples and
individuals to organize family
celebrations in their local
Celebrated
May 8tti
LOS
ANGELES
-
In
recognition of the love and
communities. While the form of
commitment represented by
lesbian and gay families.
the celebrations will vary, plans
already call for large family
breakfasts with honored guests
Couples,Inc. has designed May
and speakers on family issues.
8, 1988 as Parents Day. That
Sunday, which
is
also
traditional Mother's Day this
year, will be marked by
These events are also to be fund
raisers for Couples, Inc. and
local organizations working for
family rights.
celebrations in several cities.
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According to Carol Mortimer,
V.P. - East for Couples, Inc.,
"The celebration of Parents day
to honor Gay Fathers and
NGAYA
Implements
Lesbian Mothers will further
New Fund
emphasizes our organization's
slogan, 'Love makes a family.
Nothing else, nothing less!"'
Raising
Program
Organizations that want to co-
sponsor local events, and
DALLAS - The National Gay
Merchantville, NJ, or P.O. Box
77266, Atlanta, OA 30057. Or
call: (213) 550-7549 or (609)
Alliance for Young Adults, Inc.
(NGAYA) has implemented a
new fund raising program.
"A New Tommorrow" is
engineered to be a long term
funding program that will allow
individuals,
as well as,
organizations to help raise funds
for the future development of
our community. The program
663-3460.
also allows contributions to be
individuals and families that
want to help organize or
participate should contact
Couples, Inc., P.O. Box
13323, L.A., CA 90013-0323,
or at 109 Myrtle Ave.,
made to specific projects and
special funds of NGAYA,
including our new National Gay
13th Annual
South Eastern
Conference
Scheduled
ATLANTA, Ga.- The
13th
Annual S. E. Conference for
Lesbians and Gay men will be
held on April 14-17, 1988, at
the Pierremont Plaza Hotel in
Youth
Fund
for
AIDS
Education and the National Gav
Youth
Fund
for
Crisis
Intervention.
If we all work together, we can
build a "...New Tomorrow."
For more information on this
or any other program of
NGAYA, contact NGAYA at
P.O. Box 190426, Dallas TV
75219-0426.
Atlanta.
This conference is a major
educational, social, political and
cultural event. There will be a
variety of workshops, speakers
and entertainment.
For more information contact:
SECLGM 1-404-982-0544.
Liberty Books
Celebrates 2nd
Anniversary
AUSTIN - Liberty Books
owner Tom Doyal announced
plans today to celebrate the
.g. bookstore's
second
anni-
1988,from 3pm to 7pm.
endorsed by most major
feminist groups failed entirely to
address lesbian and gay issues.
During the conference, NGLTF
staff lobbyist Peri Jude Radecic
The celebration willfeature local
repeatedly
writers, door prizes, refresh
exclusion
ments
and
entertainment.
recognition.
versary. The event will be
held at Liberty Books, 1014B
North Lamar in Austin, on
Saturday afternoon, April 9th,
self-inflicted
"Liberty Books has become a
central meeting place for the
questioned
of
lesbian
the
/gay
concerns and pressed for their
"It was clear that lesbians were
not a welcome agenda issue,"
alternative culture of literate
said
lesbians and gay men. Their
'lesbian' was never voluntarily
Radecic.
"The
word
enthusiasm and warmth have
spoken or written by workshop
sustained us during a period of
moderators,
difficulty for area retailers," said
conference speakers during the
Doyal.
entire weekend."
The event will showcase a
Radecic noted the irony of the
newly acquired inventory of
books that will more than triple
panelists
or
Agenda's failure to raise
gay/lesbian issues at a time
the number of books in the
when all Democratic candidates
store. "Liberty Books has
purchased the contents of a
have stated their support for
lesbian/gay civil rights. "For the
comparable store in Houston.
first time in American history,
The new inventory will be on
all Democratic candidates have
the shelves in time for out
gone on record with NGLTF to
second
endorse gay/lesbian rights.
Now is not the time for any
segment of the civil rights
community, especially
the
anniversary
cele
bration," said Doyal.
feminist movement, to back
Women's
Conference
Agenda
Challenged
DES MOINES, IOWA - The
National Gay and Lesbian Task
Force
(NGLTF)
strongly
away from the critical battles
our community is fighting. This
conference was indeed a step
backwards for lesbians."
f'
TJ's
(817)566-9910
1215 E. Uniuersitu
Den ton, TX
challenged the failure of a
national feminist conference to
25^ Draft on Tuesdays
address lesbian rights issues. A
national Women's Agenda
$1 Beer on Thursdays
Conference held in Des Moines
on January 22-24, 1988, and
HOUSTON
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2nd Anniversary
Sunday, April 24th
FROM 5PM TO 7PM
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FROM 8PM TO 12 MIDNIGHT
Live C&W Music
with
The Firecreek Band
APRIL 17th
DANA FITZGERALD
for the Survivors
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BEER BUST
C&W Dance Lessons
WEDNESDAY
ROCK N'ROLL& DISCO NIGHT
No Cover•Drink Specials
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AUSTIN - There's a new line
up
of
weekly
specials
at
COUNTRY is open 7 days a
week now - the better to party
NEXUS/PJ's! On Tuesdays
there's a "Girls Only" Pool
with my dear!
Tournament
at
HOUSTON - 'What a party
8;30pm, there'll be a $50 first
this one will be! The RANCH
prize and $1 Draft so don't miss
will be celebrating it's Second
Anniversary with a big bash
on Sunday, April 24th. Doors
open at 4pm and starting a 5pm
and going until 7pm, there will
starting
out! On Wednesdays you can
learn how to dance C&W and
get $3 pitchers "to boot".
Thursday is New Music
Night with $1.25 Well &
Margaritas. Friday's
bring
be
free
well
drinks, free
Tournament
longnecks and a free buffet!
Then, at 6pm catch the
and of course, there's always
Firecreek Band playing live
Beer Bust on Sundays at
Country and Western Music
until midnight! Also, be sure to
another
Pool
6pm. Also, the patio is open so
you can get romantic under the
stars. Plus, don't forget that
Happy Hour happens every
day, Tuesday through Saturday
from 6pm to 9pm.
DALLAS
calendar!
-
Mark
Mischiff
your
will
catch Dana Fitzgerald for the
Survivors on April 17th.
Remember, Wednesdays are
Rock 'N' Roll and
Disco
Night! Be sure to congratulate
Betsy on two years in business
while you're there!
be
HIGH
DALLAS - RUMORS always
COUNTRY on Friday, April
they are wonderful! The Ms.
has alot going on and this
month is no exception! Starting
this month they will be open
everyday from 5pm-2am and
Razzle Dazzle contest is also
3pm-Midnight
coming to HIGH COUNTRY
Aso, there will be a cookout
on Sundays from 6-8pm with a
appearing
at
the
15th. I haven't had the chance
to hear them but I've heard that
and the NORTH 40 sometime in
on
Sundays.
April, check at the bar for date
wide
and time! Be sure to check the
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and we are very happy.'b hope
someday she will leave heri husband
Dear Agnes,
j jyst came home from a two week
to find my lover living with my
best friend. I have lived with this
woman for six years and I went to
forme.
My friends thintFiti iwitS;becafusB;i^
colleg® with my best friend. I think
like having only a piece of pie instead
they have lost their minds and I feel
of the whole pie.
like I am losing mine.
I feel like killing them both. How
I've never spoken ^ her about-jeavitig
her husband, but she will eventyallgw
I have a gut feeling.Tr
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could this happen. It is like things
were fine one day and screwed up the
Do you think I am a fool for waiting
on her?
next. I don't know what to do. I really
> ,i -
Wanting more in
don't have anyone else to talk to but
these two and I'm sure as hell not
* - v -'isr-
Pasadena, TX
talking to them.
Dear Wantirig,«^
I know that I have got to make new
!^|
I think you better talk to the woma^i
Gut feelings;are great^
righ^l
friends but right now I'm so depressed
I don't want to do anything.
but don't ever think-ycifu cab out guess;
In the Dumps
San Antonio, TX
what people will do.
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Friends often react negatively to an|«i
relationshipjt|?6t they consider out
the norm. Friends also have a way di
Dear In the Dumps,
It sounds like you are handling the
situation. You understand what needs
playing mqfher because they donj
to be done and you'll be able to do it
like to see someone being hurt
setting themselves up to be hurt. |l
when you are ready. There is nothing
Only you can^ jWlse how happy yoi^j
are in this ^Ipticlship. Some peopl^,
don't want all the pie. I suspect, b^l
the way yofi'^gned your letter, yoil^;
more painful than being burned by a
friend. Good luck!
Dear Agnes,
I wanted to write and ask your
want more! And you'll never know il^j
you don't ask.
opinion about my relationship. I'm
with a woman I love very much. I'm
29 and she's 37. She is married to a
man who travels about three days a
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Dear Agite^,
I have an ex-lover diatIcanT^|eT to
leave me alone. We've been broken up
for five months. She had an affair for
six of our eight months together.
There was so much lying and cheating
on her part, it was worse than a soap
opera.
I finally left her and all of a sudden
she wants me back worse than
this applies to relationships too.
Apparently you are speaking to this
woman when she calls so tell her just
what you wrote in the last line of
your letter. "It's over and go on with
your own life!" Quit answering the
phone in the middle of the night or
anything. She calls at all hours of the
change your number. Do not
acknowledge her bad behavior. Some
night, comes over, calls my friends
for advice etc.. She starts fights with
whoever I have dates with. It's gotten
some attention either negative or
extremely out of hand.
How can I make her realize-it's over
romance.
and she needs to go on with her life?
Name Withheld
San Marcos, TX
people feel like as long as they have
positive there is hope to rekindle a
Good luck and let me know how it
goes.
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your problems or
Dear Withheld,
It is ironic that people don't want
what they have and when they don't
have it they want it. Unfortunately
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in love, moved in together and you're
going to live happily ever after.
Right? Well, "maybe" might be a
better answer. Many things can
happen in the course of a relationship
and quite a few of them can be
devastating
and
involve
legal
questions.
Since lesbians and gay men are denied
the right to form a legal partnership,
such as marriage, you are also denied
the rights, privileges and recourse
given to a heterosexual couple. This
includes, but is not limited to: denial
of hospital visitation rights, no legal
recognition if a death occurs, child
custody, no joint income tax filing
and no legal divorce proceedings.
Some of the legal problems and
questions that come up and some
solutions to those problems are listed
below.
PROPERTY
While you may think you will never
break up with your partner, it is a
possible reality that needs to be
considered. Since
there
is
no
"marriage" for lesbians in die eyes of
the law, tliis also means there is no
"divorce". No means for property
divisi(Mi in the event of a dispute.
Though it may not sound very
esbian
romantic, it is a good idea to take
inventory before
you
move m
together. Each partner should make a
list of what they bring into the
& the Law
by Linda Monroe
household. Keep in mind that ^le
you may think you can do thmgs
fairly if the relationship ends, you
may not be in this same frame of
mind when that time comes.
If you make major purchases together
(i.e. home, car, appliances, etc.) you
should have a legdly binding contract
drawn up that deals with the division
of these properties in the event of a
break up. Making joint property piu'chases can give the surviving partner
the right of ownership in case of a
death, but it makes breaking up a
parmer, take the car that is in your
name or evict your lover from your
apartment if it is leased in your name
only.
The best way to remedy this situation
is by giving each other power of
attorney. Power of attorney simply
means the written, legal authority to
^ act for another
mess.
It is possible to
take
partner to court
for a property
settlement
most
person. You'll
your
but
lesbian
women will opt
out of this be
cause of pos
sible
adverse
publicity,
job
loss or harass
_ ince Lesbians &
Gay men are denied the
right to forma legal
partnership,such as
marriage,you ore also
denied the rights,
privileges and recourse
given to a heterosexual
couple.
have to consult
a lawyer for
this. Be sure to
find out if there
are
the
on
scope or
time of power
of attorney in
your
state.
There may also
be
ment.
any
limitations
situations
Separate checking and savings account
when power of attorney may be
should be maintained for at least the
revoked. Ask questions, you need to
first part of any relationship.
Although we may not think it could
be informed.
ever happen to us, there are people
INSURANCE
who will clean out a joint account and
Life insurance is a very good idea for
disappear.
lesbian couples. Both partners should
have at least a small Ufe insiunnce
pobcy with the other parmer listed as
POWER OF AHORNEY
beneficiary (the person who will
Often, when one member of a lesbian
receive the benefits). The amount
love relationship is hospitalized, the
other partner is excluded, not only
should be enough to cover burial
expenses, to pay bills while finances
from the hospital room, but also from
decision maldng. In the absence of
in the case of a contested will.
any documentation, power of attorney
will automatically be given to the .
are being settled and to pay legal fees
If the company you work for has a
life insurance plan and you do not
Mother and Father or some other
want
close family member. This is another
situation where you may think you
different Your parents would have the
beneficiary on their forms; you can
name your estate as beneficiary. By
doing this, you can leave the money
to your lover, by way of your will,
without questions about your
right to deny visitation rights to your j^g_
relationship.
know how someone will react, but in
times of stress, people can be very
to
name
your
lover
as
CHILD CUSTODY
your family cannot claim that your
Many lesbian and gay couples are
having
children
within
their
relationships by means of artificial
insemination, surrogate mothers, etc.
This can cause a great many problems
lover had undue influence or coerced
if
contracts,
wills
arrangements are
and
custody
not thoroughly
thought out. Custody can go to the
biological mother's family in the
event of a death, even if the child
recognizes the other partner as their
"parent". Custody arrangements can
be provided for in the will but you
need to a have your lawyer research
the possibilities since laws on this
subject vary in different areas. Also,
be sure to consult a lawyer when
making arrangements for artificial
you into making this particular will.
There is much that is not covered here
but this should give you a place to
start. The main thing is to consult
with a lawyer you can trust and be
sure all documents are legally drawn
up.
None of these legal questions are
pleasant to think about when you are
in love, but all of them are important.
You will be doing yourself and your
lover a favor by preparing for the
unexpected and making informed,
intelligent decisions well in advance
of any crisis situation.
insemination or a surrogate mother.
Many women opt to have a male
friend impregnate them, this is an
especially touchy area because that
male friend can turn around and make
custody claims. Once again, consult a
lawyer!
WILLS
Both partners in any love relationship
should have a will. Be sure, even if
you don't leave them anything, that
you mention your family (Since my
mother is already well provided for, I
leave her nothing. I leave my sister
Ann $100, etc.) This will keep
anyone from claiming you "forgot
them". Do everything in the most
legal sense. Name a neutral person as
your executrix (the person appointed
to carry out the provisions of the
will) your lawyer is a good choice if
you trust her. Also, be sure to choose
a stable witness with a pemnanent
address. It is also a good idea to have
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A Discussion ofLesbian Literature Both New and Old
This month T. Sumner Reviews:
The
LORD
is my
SHEPHERD
and HE
Knows
I'M GAY
by Reverend Troy Perry
Rev.Troy Perry
With Charles L. Lucas
Easter is here and I thought a
book with a religious theme
would be an appropriate choice
The Lord is My Shepherd and
He Knows I'm Gav was first
released in 1972 and it comes
for review this month. I chose
through in the slang that is used
The Lord is my Shepherd and
He Knows I'm Gav (Troy
Perry w/ Charles Lucas, Liberty
Press, $8.95). It is the story of
the Reverend Troy Perry,
throughout the book (groovy
founder
of
Fellowship
the
of
Universal
Metropolitan
Community
Churches
(UFMCC) and gay and civil
rights activist.
I would like to say that I found
this book to be inspirational, but
I didn't. The story is a good one
bar, etc.). Rev. Perry does
point out in his introduction to
this new
edition that he,
"attributed to God a masculine
identity...," and that he now
realizes the, "God transcends
gender and many of the other
limitations
to
which
we
sometimes blindly subscribe."
There were some passages j
found interesting. One jj.
particular was when the
moving and hard to read. I
Angeles
Metropolitan
Community Church finally eot a
building of their own, this
wanted to skim over much of it
message was received on the
and it needs to be told but I
found the book to be slow-
just to be done.
.22- day the building was dedicated:
"I regret prior commitments,
March the seventh, will prevent
my
joining
you
for
the
and overly descriptive in others.
Choppy is the best way to
describe it.
this special occasion. Ronald
Reagan, governor of the State
There is much to be gained from
this man's story. He has fought
for gay rights and won, he has
changed
a
great
many
of California."
discriminatory practices single
dedication services of your new
church building. Best wishes on
I commend Rev. Perry for his
vision and the success of the
handedly and he has given all
gay people a place to worship.
MCC organization. It is
definitely something the gay
community world-wide needed.
It is a book I should have
on.
enjoyed reading. So, unless you
have a burning desire to know
more about Rev. Perry's life,
this is not on my suggested
reading list.
If, however, you would like to
order The Lord is My Shepherd
I think this is a story that could
and He Knows I'm Gav. write
have been told much better. The
to Liberty Press, P.O. Box
writing is terse in some places
50421, Austin, Texas 78763.
We all should have the right to
worship as we see fit without
having to worry that we will be
"found out" and asked to move
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At times, I see a strong,steady woman
seeking only the best from life.
Striving so hard for her dreams.
At times, I see a girl, still
innocent in many ways,with
eyes that search for answers.
Striving so hard for her dreams.
She speaks every word with
authority,so sure of what she
says. So,to strangers,she's
seen as confident and in control.
Friends though,know that everything
is not right. But her friends
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that control is not her strong point
I am a friend to the woman who's
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DO YOU RUN
AWAY FROM
YOUR PROBLEMS?
Do you avoid
expressing your
opinion because
someone you love mav
not agree with you?
you put off doing sniaU
things until they
become so big that you
can't handle them? Do
you find it hard to
express how you really
feel? Do you run away
from your problems?
Answer the 15
questions that follow
and find out if you need
to face up to running
away.
Answer the questions below
13. If I am trying to leam
with: Y for Yes, S for Sometimes,
something new,I ask for help
N for No.
from someone who knows.
7. I enjoy learning new things
74. If there is something
and taking on new challenges.
unpleasant that needs to be
done,I do it and get it over with
2. I go regularly to the doctor
as soon as possible.
or dentist, even when I think
nothing is wrong.
75. I find it easy to express
how I feel about issues that are
3. I usually tell people what I
important to me,even when I
think even if it is unpleasant.
know people will disagree.
4. I consider myself easy
going and flexible.
5. I usually act on my "gut
feelings"
6. I find it easy to make
decisions.
SCORING
Give yourself points on
each answer as follows:
Y=3
S=2
N=1
7. I stiU have friends I made
years ago.
8. I am usually on time to
If You Scored:
appointments and meetings.
35-45
9. If I rnake a mistake on the
job,I point it out to my boss as
to any problem that might
You are very good at facing iip
confront
you.
You
can
soon as possible.
overcome almost anything and
70. I enjoy doing risky things,
your feelings and opinions. You
may, however, be too foithnght
(riding motorcycles, etc.)
7 7. When I run short on cash,
I notify my creditors
unmediately to explain the
are usually very honest atout
S times and this could cause
resentment among your fnends
and co-workers. Because you
situation.
are always the first one to jurnp
into any project, you may not be
giving them a chance to show
72. I would tell my lover if I
always confront your problems
wasn't satisfied with our sex
life.
their talents. Also, since you
head-on, those around you may
27 feel that you will think them
weak if they don't do the same.
In other words, you are a hard
act to foUow. Facing up to your
defining the problem, then
examine all possible solutions.
Next, decide exactly what you
problems is a wonderful trait
are going to do and stick to it.
in your dealings with others.
Start with small goals and work
up to larger ones. You may
but be sure you use compassion
want to tell a close friend what
25-34
Although you don't usually
have a problem dealing with
problems in your life, you may
have a problem in one area. In
other words, you may handle
things fine at work and hide
from problems at home or vice-
versa. Or you may just run
away when you feel a problem
is too big for you handle. Either
way, you should try to identify
just what it is you do avoid and
you are trying to do. Not only
will they give you support, we
all do things better if we know
someone is watching. You will
find that as you deal with
problems you already have, you
will be better equipped and
ready to deal with new ones as
they come up. You will also
find that you self-esteem will
grow as you become used to
taking problems on with
confidence.
set out to change that behavior.
When you do find yourself
running away from a problem,
stop right then and work on
it.Use the principles outlined in
the section below. Not only will
you be happier with yourself,
so will those around you,
including your boss and your
lover.
''They re Antique Electrical loysF^
"^es I irgima,
15-24
You are a runner, you hide from
problems
and
may
have
symptoms of depression and
feel helpless or hopeless that
can be attributed to this trait.
You may have let so many
problems build up that they
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What's in the Stars for you this Month?
Love, Money,Trovel
ARIES
you should keep an open mind and
(Mar 21st-April 19th)
avoid criticism of those around you.
You may have a tendency to
overspend right now so keep a close
eye on your pocketbook!
Try to achieve your goals without
pushing too hard during the first week
of April. You could wind up
trampling on the opinions of others if
you're not careful. From the 9th thru
the 16th try to accept people as they
are and keep your secrets to yourself,
things should move ahead smoothly if
you take this advice. From the 17th
thru the 23rd you can look forward to
better
times
when
it
comes
GEMINI
(May 21st-June 21st)
During the first week of April, you
should show caution in all things.
However, in business dealings and
your social life you will be able to
step up the pace a bit and enjoy it
to
finances. This is also a good time to
make changes, improvements and
corrections in other areas of your life.
more. From the 9th thru the 16th
From the 24th thru the 30th you
have the desire to travel. Try to avoid
troublemakers on the job. From the
17th thru the 23rd the focus will be
your home life is in the spotlight,
you are content and happy but may
should work on matters that concern
you from behind the scenes, you will
make better progress if you keep to
yourself.
raise or promotion could be coming
TAURUS
projects that you have been putting
on financial and career matters. A
your way but you'll have to finish
off. The 24th thru the 30th is a good
time for making new friends and
(April 20th - May 20th)
Let things move at their own pace
enjoying a more varied social life.
during the first week of April.
Romance and money matters will go
much more smoothly without
CANCER
pushing. From the 9th thru the 16th
your social and romantic lives will be
You may find yourself playing the
exciting and dynamic butjealousy can
role of peacem^er during the first
(June 22nd - July 22nd)
week of April. Co-workers, family
result in some problems on the job.
From the 17th thru the 23rd your selfconfidence will be high and this will
members and neighbors may all need
this service right now. From the 9th
thru the 16th
you should avoid
making or listening to complaints,
they are a waste of time and you have
reveal itself in romance and at work.
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going right for you
now. From the 24th thru the 30th
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better things to do. From the 17th
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thru the 23rd don't let anyone,
try not to focus all your attention on
particularly a lover, push you into a
decision you aren't ready to make.
iL From the 24th thm the 30th you
You soci^ life is exciting! From the
24th thru the 30th you should hold
off on any major changes in your life.
People and projects that have needed
may have to rewrite a budget because
you underestimate _expCTses in the
past Family members can be
influential in many areas right now.
LIBRA
you attention for awhile are in the
spotlight now.
(Sept 23rd-Oct 23rd)
LEO
the first week of April. A raise,
Money is your strong point during
(July 23rd - Aug 22nd)
promotion or other financial windfall
Travel may be on your agenda during
the first week of April. Whether it's
for business or pleasure, romance will
play a major role. From the 9th thru
the 16th your love life could be
could be headed your way. From the
9th thru the 16th concentrate on home
and social activities. Your friends and
love interest will provide much
suffering because you are wrapped up
From the 17th thru the 23rd the
in financial affairs. Take time out to
emphasis will once again be on work
give a a loved one a special treat.
From the 17th thru the 23rd you may
and career matters. You will have the
enjoyment and insight right now.
energy to push ahead on matters that
have a hard time pinning down how
you feel about someone, trust yoiu"
new projects. From the 24th thru the
gut instincts.
considering a big
24th thru the
definitely in the
30th a new romantic interest could be
headed your way or your current
romance could be heating up. Relax
and enjoy, everything is going your
You could be
piuehase. From the
30th romance is
cards. Member of
your family may also need your
need taken care of and the time to start
way.
attention now so be siu'e to make
SCORPIO
time for them.
(Oct 24tti - Nov 23rd)
VIRGO
(Aug 23rd - Sept 22nd)
You get what you ask for during the
first week April. Your social life is
Progress can be made in all things
important to you, including money
and love, during the first week of
April. From the 9th thru the 16th
your persuasive powers will be at
picking up and people will be willing
to grant you favors. From the 9th
their best You have the ability to
ideas of yours to work and get others
to go along with your plans. From
influence friends, family and co-
thm the 16th you will know
instinctively what others are thinking.
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workers to your way of thinking.
the 17th thm the 23rd you may be
From the 17th thru the 23rd a raise or
called
upon to come up with
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also a good time to invest or change
promotion could be right around the
comer, be prepared, you may have to
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advantage of your feelings.
relationships are in timnoil, but it's
nothing a little time won't fix. Give
of yourself and it will make those
around you more content.
AQUARIUS
(Jon 20th - Feb 18th)
You will be able to work rings around
your co-workers during the first week
SAGIHARIUS
(Nov 24th - Dec 21st)
of April. This could bring your boss's
attention your way and could net you
Be wary of romantic overtures and
a raise or promotion. From the 9th
those who would use you for money
during the first week of April. Your
home life is satisfying now. From the
9th thru the 16th you may think that
someone is withholding information
from you but it is possible that they
just want you to believe that they
know something you don'L From the
17th thru the 23rd you should not go
out on a limb in business or personal
matters. You may make decisions you
will regret and that could hurt you
thru the 16th you will feel a strong
sense of control in your home
environment, use it to finish projects
started long ago. From the 17th thru
the 23rd you may feel very
affectionate toward your friends and
loved ones right now. Don't let them
take advantage of your emotions.
From the 24th thru the 30th love and
later on. From the 24th thru the 30th
money matters are moving along
smoothly and you couldn't be happier.
This is an especially good time to
improve your income if you didn't get
pay attention to your loved ones and
that raise earlier in the month.
their needs. Let them have the lead
and you will find that you are both
PISCES
(Feb 19th-Mar20th)
Romance is in the air during the first
more content
CAPRICORN
(Dec 22nd - Jan 19th)
You will more content both in
week of April. You will also find that
you have a great control over financial
relationships and on the job during
matters right now. From the 9lh thru
the first week of April. You can move
the 16th you will have good luck in
ahead with confidence in all matters.
all partnership matters, whether it is
From the 9th thru the 16th you
a
should watch your tongue and be
careful to say nothing that will hurt
another person. Relationships with
things just seem to crystallize right
family members will improve. From
the 17th thru the 23rd you will be
able to set goals and reach them with
ease. Older people may be critical,
business or love relationship,
now. From the 17th thru the 23rd
your expenses could rise unexpectedly
due to a car breakdown or other
mishap. Don't worry, it's nothing you
can't handle. From the 24th thru the
30th
you should avoid travel,
take it in stride, they'll see it your
way eventually. From the 24th thru
especially if it is an unplanned trip.
the
with a long-distance friend, they can
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SOlh
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Vol. 2 Issue 9
April 1988
Lesbian Couples
& The Law
17
the Coffee Club: Book Review
22
QUIZ: Do You Run Away
from your Problems?
26
EEGULAH
FEATUEIS
From the Editor
To the Editor
News
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When we started Dimensions I had people (some of them friends) tell me: "It won't
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not support a publication of their own!" Well my first reaction was that I had already
made up my mind for Dimensions to be a Lesbian publication; so I just listened,
and nodded, and put out the first issue anyway.
The first six months was hard! We hardly received any feedback, finances were
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to Meet in
Dallas
Fathers and Lesbian mothers for
the love and care they give their
children. Just as Couples, Inc.
did with the Wedding at the
National March on Washington,
we plan to show the non-gay
DALLAS - The first Texas
Lesbian Conference will be held
in Dallas on May 6,7, and 8 at
the Ramada Hotel near Love
and gay communities that our
Field. The conference is being
families are based on love.
sponsored by Among Friends,
Same-sex couples and gay
in collaboration with Lesbian
families
eve^where
are
organizing for this celebration."
Visionaries.
Sonia Johnson
will
be the
"Same-sex couples make up are
keynote speaker. Sonia was
large and mostly quiet segment
excommunicated
from
the
Mormon church because of her
of
the
lesbian
and
gay
community. While many of the
couples are raising children,
support for ERA. In 1984, she
ran for President.
there are also large numbers of
lesbian and gay parents without
partners. These families deserve
For further information,contact:
BJ at(214)328-3792.
the same rights and privileges as
heterosexual families," noted
Walter Wheeler, the President
Gay Parents
Day to be
of Couples, Inc.
Couples, Inc. is inviting other
organizations, gay and lesbian
families, same-sex couples and
individuals to organize family
celebrations in their local
Celebrated
May 8tti
LOS
ANGELES
-
In
recognition of the love and
communities. While the form of
commitment represented by
lesbian and gay families.
the celebrations will vary, plans
already call for large family
breakfasts with honored guests
Couples,Inc. has designed May
and speakers on family issues.
8, 1988 as Parents Day. That
Sunday, which
is
also
traditional Mother's Day this
year, will be marked by
These events are also to be fund
raisers for Couples, Inc. and
local organizations working for
family rights.
celebrations in several cities.
-7-
According to Carol Mortimer,
V.P. - East for Couples, Inc.,
"The celebration of Parents day
to honor Gay Fathers and
NGAYA
Implements
Lesbian Mothers will further
New Fund
emphasizes our organization's
slogan, 'Love makes a family.
Nothing else, nothing less!"'
Raising
Program
Organizations that want to co-
sponsor local events, and
DALLAS - The National Gay
Merchantville, NJ, or P.O. Box
77266, Atlanta, OA 30057. Or
call: (213) 550-7549 or (609)
Alliance for Young Adults, Inc.
(NGAYA) has implemented a
new fund raising program.
"A New Tommorrow" is
engineered to be a long term
funding program that will allow
individuals,
as well as,
organizations to help raise funds
for the future development of
our community. The program
663-3460.
also allows contributions to be
individuals and families that
want to help organize or
participate should contact
Couples, Inc., P.O. Box
13323, L.A., CA 90013-0323,
or at 109 Myrtle Ave.,
made to specific projects and
special funds of NGAYA,
including our new National Gay
13th Annual
South Eastern
Conference
Scheduled
ATLANTA, Ga.- The
13th
Annual S. E. Conference for
Lesbians and Gay men will be
held on April 14-17, 1988, at
the Pierremont Plaza Hotel in
Youth
Fund
for
AIDS
Education and the National Gav
Youth
Fund
for
Crisis
Intervention.
If we all work together, we can
build a "...New Tomorrow."
For more information on this
or any other program of
NGAYA, contact NGAYA at
P.O. Box 190426, Dallas TV
75219-0426.
Atlanta.
This conference is a major
educational, social, political and
cultural event. There will be a
variety of workshops, speakers
and entertainment.
For more information contact:
SECLGM 1-404-982-0544.
Liberty Books
Celebrates 2nd
Anniversary
AUSTIN - Liberty Books
owner Tom Doyal announced
plans today to celebrate the
.g. bookstore's
second
anni-
1988,from 3pm to 7pm.
endorsed by most major
feminist groups failed entirely to
address lesbian and gay issues.
During the conference, NGLTF
staff lobbyist Peri Jude Radecic
The celebration willfeature local
repeatedly
writers, door prizes, refresh
exclusion
ments
and
entertainment.
recognition.
versary. The event will be
held at Liberty Books, 1014B
North Lamar in Austin, on
Saturday afternoon, April 9th,
self-inflicted
"Liberty Books has become a
central meeting place for the
questioned
of
lesbian
the
/gay
concerns and pressed for their
"It was clear that lesbians were
not a welcome agenda issue,"
alternative culture of literate
said
lesbians and gay men. Their
'lesbian' was never voluntarily
Radecic.
"The
word
enthusiasm and warmth have
spoken or written by workshop
sustained us during a period of
moderators,
difficulty for area retailers," said
conference speakers during the
Doyal.
entire weekend."
The event will showcase a
Radecic noted the irony of the
newly acquired inventory of
books that will more than triple
panelists
or
Agenda's failure to raise
gay/lesbian issues at a time
the number of books in the
when all Democratic candidates
store. "Liberty Books has
purchased the contents of a
have stated their support for
lesbian/gay civil rights. "For the
comparable store in Houston.
first time in American history,
The new inventory will be on
all Democratic candidates have
the shelves in time for out
gone on record with NGLTF to
second
endorse gay/lesbian rights.
Now is not the time for any
segment of the civil rights
community, especially
the
anniversary
cele
bration," said Doyal.
feminist movement, to back
Women's
Conference
Agenda
Challenged
DES MOINES, IOWA - The
National Gay and Lesbian Task
Force
(NGLTF)
strongly
away from the critical battles
our community is fighting. This
conference was indeed a step
backwards for lesbians."
f'
TJ's
(817)566-9910
1215 E. Uniuersitu
Den ton, TX
challenged the failure of a
national feminist conference to
25^ Draft on Tuesdays
address lesbian rights issues. A
national Women's Agenda
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8;30pm, there'll be a $50 first
this one will be! The RANCH
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will be celebrating it's Second
Anniversary with a big bash
on Sunday, April 24th. Doors
open at 4pm and starting a 5pm
and going until 7pm, there will
starting
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learn how to dance C&W and
get $3 pitchers "to boot".
Thursday is New Music
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Margaritas. Friday's
bring
be
free
well
drinks, free
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longnecks and a free buffet!
Then, at 6pm catch the
and of course, there's always
Firecreek Band playing live
Beer Bust on Sundays at
Country and Western Music
until midnight! Also, be sure to
another
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6pm. Also, the patio is open so
you can get romantic under the
stars. Plus, don't forget that
Happy Hour happens every
day, Tuesday through Saturday
from 6pm to 9pm.
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your
will
catch Dana Fitzgerald for the
Survivors on April 17th.
Remember, Wednesdays are
Rock 'N' Roll and
Disco
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Betsy on two years in business
while you're there!
be
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they are wonderful! The Ms.
has alot going on and this
month is no exception! Starting
this month they will be open
everyday from 5pm-2am and
Razzle Dazzle contest is also
3pm-Midnight
coming to HIGH COUNTRY
Aso, there will be a cookout
on Sundays from 6-8pm with a
appearing
at
the
15th. I haven't had the chance
to hear them but I've heard that
and the NORTH 40 sometime in
on
Sundays.
April, check at the bar for date
wide
and time! Be sure to check the
ranging from tacos to barbeque!
Thursday Night Show with
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selection
of
goodies
On the 11th catch the Academy
Awards Party. The 15th is
caught one yet ... you'll love it!
Customer
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Remember
that
HIGH -12- Night with half price drinks all
mght long and. Las Vegas
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makes
details hadn't been worked out
retum
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the 29th to
benefit Among Friends. Live
Steak Night returns this
month on Thursdays! Tuesday
entertainment
month
Night
includes Judy Christopher
on the 1st, Marge Troyer on
month
engagement on
a
this
Discussions
are
this
Affirmations:
the 8th & 22nd and Diane
Positive Thinking on the 5th
and Healing with Stones on
Pierce on piano on the 21st &
the 19th.
28th. And, last but not least, be
sure to wear your uniforms out
FT. WORTH - Don't miss out
on Tuesday and Friday, they'll
on
net you a bucket of beer for
Bust at PARTNERS! It will be
only $6.50
Thursday
Night
Beer
a blast with DJ Spanky. Also,
check
DENTON - Picnic Season is
here and TJ's has heard the call!
The 3rd is the date and the bar is
out
the
PARTNERS
Daily Cocktail Hour with $2
Pitchers, $1 Beer, $1.25 Well
and 750 Draw!
the place! Check it out, should
be fun. Live entertainment in the
form of J. Christopher is
also on the way on the 22nd!
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gone and the beach is waiting
for you at LYLE'S DECK. Get
an early start on your tan and
Easter Egg Hunt is in the
improve your attitude at the
works at die JEZEBEL on the
same time! Lyle and Don will
2nd. But, the real fun comes
be glad to have you anytime but
later with Fiesta from the 15th
thru the 23rd! Sharon at the
remember that the 3rd week
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week. I get to s^ her:during that,time
and we are very happy.'b hope
someday she will leave heri husband
Dear Agnes,
j jyst came home from a two week
to find my lover living with my
best friend. I have lived with this
woman for six years and I went to
forme.
My friends thintFiti iwitS;becafusB;i^
colleg® with my best friend. I think
like having only a piece of pie instead
they have lost their minds and I feel
of the whole pie.
like I am losing mine.
I feel like killing them both. How
I've never spoken ^ her about-jeavitig
her husband, but she will eventyallgw
I have a gut feeling.Tr
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"T
could this happen. It is like things
were fine one day and screwed up the
Do you think I am a fool for waiting
on her?
next. I don't know what to do. I really
> ,i -
Wanting more in
don't have anyone else to talk to but
these two and I'm sure as hell not
* - v -'isr-
Pasadena, TX
talking to them.
Dear Wantirig,«^
I know that I have got to make new
!^|
I think you better talk to the woma^i
Gut feelings;are great^
righ^l
friends but right now I'm so depressed
I don't want to do anything.
but don't ever think-ycifu cab out guess;
In the Dumps
San Antonio, TX
what people will do.
i||
Friends often react negatively to an|«i
relationshipjt|?6t they consider out
the norm. Friends also have a way di
Dear In the Dumps,
It sounds like you are handling the
situation. You understand what needs
playing mqfher because they donj
to be done and you'll be able to do it
like to see someone being hurt
setting themselves up to be hurt. |l
when you are ready. There is nothing
Only you can^ jWlse how happy yoi^j
are in this ^Ipticlship. Some peopl^,
don't want all the pie. I suspect, b^l
the way yofi'^gned your letter, yoil^;
more painful than being burned by a
friend. Good luck!
Dear Agnes,
I wanted to write and ask your
want more! And you'll never know il^j
you don't ask.
opinion about my relationship. I'm
with a woman I love very much. I'm
29 and she's 37. She is married to a
man who travels about three days a
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Dear Agite^,
I have an ex-lover diatIcanT^|eT to
leave me alone. We've been broken up
for five months. She had an affair for
six of our eight months together.
There was so much lying and cheating
on her part, it was worse than a soap
opera.
I finally left her and all of a sudden
she wants me back worse than
this applies to relationships too.
Apparently you are speaking to this
woman when she calls so tell her just
what you wrote in the last line of
your letter. "It's over and go on with
your own life!" Quit answering the
phone in the middle of the night or
anything. She calls at all hours of the
change your number. Do not
acknowledge her bad behavior. Some
night, comes over, calls my friends
for advice etc.. She starts fights with
whoever I have dates with. It's gotten
some attention either negative or
extremely out of hand.
How can I make her realize-it's over
romance.
and she needs to go on with her life?
Name Withheld
San Marcos, TX
people feel like as long as they have
positive there is hope to rekindle a
Good luck and let me know how it
goes.
^
Write to Dear Agnes witti
your problems or
Dear Withheld,
It is ironic that people don't want
what they have and when they don't
have it they want it. Unfortunately
comments at:
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You've met the perfect woman, fallen
in love, moved in together and you're
going to live happily ever after.
Right? Well, "maybe" might be a
better answer. Many things can
happen in the course of a relationship
and quite a few of them can be
devastating
and
involve
legal
questions.
Since lesbians and gay men are denied
the right to form a legal partnership,
such as marriage, you are also denied
the rights, privileges and recourse
given to a heterosexual couple. This
includes, but is not limited to: denial
of hospital visitation rights, no legal
recognition if a death occurs, child
custody, no joint income tax filing
and no legal divorce proceedings.
Some of the legal problems and
questions that come up and some
solutions to those problems are listed
below.
PROPERTY
While you may think you will never
break up with your partner, it is a
possible reality that needs to be
considered. Since
there
is
no
"marriage" for lesbians in die eyes of
the law, tliis also means there is no
"divorce". No means for property
divisi(Mi in the event of a dispute.
Though it may not sound very
esbian
romantic, it is a good idea to take
inventory before
you
move m
together. Each partner should make a
list of what they bring into the
& the Law
by Linda Monroe
household. Keep in mind that ^le
you may think you can do thmgs
fairly if the relationship ends, you
may not be in this same frame of
mind when that time comes.
If you make major purchases together
(i.e. home, car, appliances, etc.) you
should have a legdly binding contract
drawn up that deals with the division
of these properties in the event of a
break up. Making joint property piu'chases can give the surviving partner
the right of ownership in case of a
death, but it makes breaking up a
parmer, take the car that is in your
name or evict your lover from your
apartment if it is leased in your name
only.
The best way to remedy this situation
is by giving each other power of
attorney. Power of attorney simply
means the written, legal authority to
^ act for another
mess.
It is possible to
take
partner to court
for a property
settlement
most
person. You'll
your
but
lesbian
women will opt
out of this be
cause of pos
sible
adverse
publicity,
job
loss or harass
_ ince Lesbians &
Gay men are denied the
right to forma legal
partnership,such as
marriage,you ore also
denied the rights,
privileges and recourse
given to a heterosexual
couple.
have to consult
a lawyer for
this. Be sure to
find out if there
are
the
on
scope or
time of power
of attorney in
your
state.
There may also
be
ment.
any
limitations
situations
Separate checking and savings account
when power of attorney may be
should be maintained for at least the
revoked. Ask questions, you need to
first part of any relationship.
Although we may not think it could
be informed.
ever happen to us, there are people
INSURANCE
who will clean out a joint account and
Life insurance is a very good idea for
disappear.
lesbian couples. Both partners should
have at least a small Ufe insiunnce
pobcy with the other parmer listed as
POWER OF AHORNEY
beneficiary (the person who will
Often, when one member of a lesbian
receive the benefits). The amount
love relationship is hospitalized, the
other partner is excluded, not only
should be enough to cover burial
expenses, to pay bills while finances
from the hospital room, but also from
decision maldng. In the absence of
in the case of a contested will.
any documentation, power of attorney
will automatically be given to the .
are being settled and to pay legal fees
If the company you work for has a
life insurance plan and you do not
Mother and Father or some other
want
close family member. This is another
situation where you may think you
different Your parents would have the
beneficiary on their forms; you can
name your estate as beneficiary. By
doing this, you can leave the money
to your lover, by way of your will,
without questions about your
right to deny visitation rights to your j^g_
relationship.
know how someone will react, but in
times of stress, people can be very
to
name
your
lover
as
CHILD CUSTODY
your family cannot claim that your
Many lesbian and gay couples are
having
children
within
their
relationships by means of artificial
insemination, surrogate mothers, etc.
This can cause a great many problems
lover had undue influence or coerced
if
contracts,
wills
arrangements are
and
custody
not thoroughly
thought out. Custody can go to the
biological mother's family in the
event of a death, even if the child
recognizes the other partner as their
"parent". Custody arrangements can
be provided for in the will but you
need to a have your lawyer research
the possibilities since laws on this
subject vary in different areas. Also,
be sure to consult a lawyer when
making arrangements for artificial
you into making this particular will.
There is much that is not covered here
but this should give you a place to
start. The main thing is to consult
with a lawyer you can trust and be
sure all documents are legally drawn
up.
None of these legal questions are
pleasant to think about when you are
in love, but all of them are important.
You will be doing yourself and your
lover a favor by preparing for the
unexpected and making informed,
intelligent decisions well in advance
of any crisis situation.
insemination or a surrogate mother.
Many women opt to have a male
friend impregnate them, this is an
especially touchy area because that
male friend can turn around and make
custody claims. Once again, consult a
lawyer!
WILLS
Both partners in any love relationship
should have a will. Be sure, even if
you don't leave them anything, that
you mention your family (Since my
mother is already well provided for, I
leave her nothing. I leave my sister
Ann $100, etc.) This will keep
anyone from claiming you "forgot
them". Do everything in the most
legal sense. Name a neutral person as
your executrix (the person appointed
to carry out the provisions of the
will) your lawyer is a good choice if
you trust her. Also, be sure to choose
a stable witness with a pemnanent
address. It is also a good idea to have
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A Discussion ofLesbian Literature Both New and Old
This month T. Sumner Reviews:
The
LORD
is my
SHEPHERD
and HE
Knows
I'M GAY
by Reverend Troy Perry
Rev.Troy Perry
With Charles L. Lucas
Easter is here and I thought a
book with a religious theme
would be an appropriate choice
The Lord is My Shepherd and
He Knows I'm Gav was first
released in 1972 and it comes
for review this month. I chose
through in the slang that is used
The Lord is my Shepherd and
He Knows I'm Gav (Troy
Perry w/ Charles Lucas, Liberty
Press, $8.95). It is the story of
the Reverend Troy Perry,
throughout the book (groovy
founder
of
Fellowship
the
of
Universal
Metropolitan
Community
Churches
(UFMCC) and gay and civil
rights activist.
I would like to say that I found
this book to be inspirational, but
I didn't. The story is a good one
bar, etc.). Rev. Perry does
point out in his introduction to
this new
edition that he,
"attributed to God a masculine
identity...," and that he now
realizes the, "God transcends
gender and many of the other
limitations
to
which
we
sometimes blindly subscribe."
There were some passages j
found interesting. One jj.
particular was when the
moving and hard to read. I
Angeles
Metropolitan
Community Church finally eot a
building of their own, this
wanted to skim over much of it
message was received on the
and it needs to be told but I
found the book to be slow-
just to be done.
.22- day the building was dedicated:
"I regret prior commitments,
March the seventh, will prevent
my
joining
you
for
the
and overly descriptive in others.
Choppy is the best way to
describe it.
this special occasion. Ronald
Reagan, governor of the State
There is much to be gained from
this man's story. He has fought
for gay rights and won, he has
changed
a
great
many
of California."
discriminatory practices single
dedication services of your new
church building. Best wishes on
I commend Rev. Perry for his
vision and the success of the
handedly and he has given all
gay people a place to worship.
MCC organization. It is
definitely something the gay
community world-wide needed.
It is a book I should have
on.
enjoyed reading. So, unless you
have a burning desire to know
more about Rev. Perry's life,
this is not on my suggested
reading list.
If, however, you would like to
order The Lord is My Shepherd
I think this is a story that could
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DO YOU RUN
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YOUR PROBLEMS?
Do you avoid
expressing your
opinion because
someone you love mav
not agree with you?
you put off doing sniaU
things until they
become so big that you
can't handle them? Do
you find it hard to
express how you really
feel? Do you run away
from your problems?
Answer the 15
questions that follow
and find out if you need
to face up to running
away.
Answer the questions below
13. If I am trying to leam
with: Y for Yes, S for Sometimes,
something new,I ask for help
N for No.
from someone who knows.
7. I enjoy learning new things
74. If there is something
and taking on new challenges.
unpleasant that needs to be
done,I do it and get it over with
2. I go regularly to the doctor
as soon as possible.
or dentist, even when I think
nothing is wrong.
75. I find it easy to express
how I feel about issues that are
3. I usually tell people what I
important to me,even when I
think even if it is unpleasant.
know people will disagree.
4. I consider myself easy
going and flexible.
5. I usually act on my "gut
feelings"
6. I find it easy to make
decisions.
SCORING
Give yourself points on
each answer as follows:
Y=3
S=2
N=1
7. I stiU have friends I made
years ago.
8. I am usually on time to
If You Scored:
appointments and meetings.
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9. If I rnake a mistake on the
job,I point it out to my boss as
to any problem that might
You are very good at facing iip
confront
you.
You
can
soon as possible.
overcome almost anything and
70. I enjoy doing risky things,
your feelings and opinions. You
may, however, be too foithnght
(riding motorcycles, etc.)
7 7. When I run short on cash,
I notify my creditors
unmediately to explain the
are usually very honest atout
S times and this could cause
resentment among your fnends
and co-workers. Because you
situation.
are always the first one to jurnp
into any project, you may not be
giving them a chance to show
72. I would tell my lover if I
always confront your problems
wasn't satisfied with our sex
life.
their talents. Also, since you
head-on, those around you may
27 feel that you will think them
weak if they don't do the same.
In other words, you are a hard
act to foUow. Facing up to your
defining the problem, then
examine all possible solutions.
Next, decide exactly what you
problems is a wonderful trait
are going to do and stick to it.
in your dealings with others.
Start with small goals and work
up to larger ones. You may
but be sure you use compassion
want to tell a close friend what
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have a problem dealing with
problems in your life, you may
have a problem in one area. In
other words, you may handle
things fine at work and hide
from problems at home or vice-
versa. Or you may just run
away when you feel a problem
is too big for you handle. Either
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you are trying to do. Not only
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someone is watching. You will
find that as you deal with
problems you already have, you
will be better equipped and
ready to deal with new ones as
they come up. You will also
find that you self-esteem will
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taking problems on with
confidence.
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you be happier with yourself,
so will those around you,
including your boss and your
lover.
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to
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more. From the 9th thru the 16th
From the 24th thru the 30th you
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your home life is in the spotlight,
you are content and happy but may
should work on matters that concern
you from behind the scenes, you will
make better progress if you keep to
yourself.
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TAURUS
projects that you have been putting
on financial and career matters. A
your way but you'll have to finish
off. The 24th thru the 30th is a good
time for making new friends and
(April 20th - May 20th)
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enjoying a more varied social life.
during the first week of April.
Romance and money matters will go
much more smoothly without
CANCER
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your social and romantic lives will be
You may find yourself playing the
exciting and dynamic butjealousy can
role of peacem^er during the first
(June 22nd - July 22nd)
week of April. Co-workers, family
result in some problems on the job.
From the 17th thru the 23rd your selfconfidence will be high and this will
members and neighbors may all need
this service right now. From the 9th
thru the 16th
you should avoid
making or listening to complaints,
they are a waste of time and you have
reveal itself in romance and at work.
Everything is
going right for you
now. From the 24th thru the 30th
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better things to do. From the 17th
Your love life is really heating up but
thru the 23rd don't let anyone,
try not to focus all your attention on
particularly a lover, push you into a
decision you aren't ready to make.
iL From the 24th thm the 30th you
You soci^ life is exciting! From the
24th thru the 30th you should hold
off on any major changes in your life.
People and projects that have needed
may have to rewrite a budget because
you underestimate _expCTses in the
past Family members can be
influential in many areas right now.
LIBRA
you attention for awhile are in the
spotlight now.
(Sept 23rd-Oct 23rd)
LEO
the first week of April. A raise,
Money is your strong point during
(July 23rd - Aug 22nd)
promotion or other financial windfall
Travel may be on your agenda during
the first week of April. Whether it's
for business or pleasure, romance will
play a major role. From the 9th thru
the 16th your love life could be
could be headed your way. From the
9th thru the 16th concentrate on home
and social activities. Your friends and
love interest will provide much
suffering because you are wrapped up
From the 17th thru the 23rd the
in financial affairs. Take time out to
emphasis will once again be on work
give a a loved one a special treat.
From the 17th thru the 23rd you may
and career matters. You will have the
enjoyment and insight right now.
energy to push ahead on matters that
have a hard time pinning down how
you feel about someone, trust yoiu"
new projects. From the 24th thru the
gut instincts.
considering a big
24th thru the
definitely in the
30th a new romantic interest could be
headed your way or your current
romance could be heating up. Relax
and enjoy, everything is going your
You could be
piuehase. From the
30th romance is
cards. Member of
your family may also need your
need taken care of and the time to start
way.
attention now so be siu'e to make
SCORPIO
time for them.
(Oct 24tti - Nov 23rd)
VIRGO
(Aug 23rd - Sept 22nd)
You get what you ask for during the
first week April. Your social life is
Progress can be made in all things
important to you, including money
and love, during the first week of
April. From the 9th thru the 16th
your persuasive powers will be at
picking up and people will be willing
to grant you favors. From the 9th
their best You have the ability to
ideas of yours to work and get others
to go along with your plans. From
influence friends, family and co-
thm the 16th you will know
instinctively what others are thinking.
This will enable you to put some
workers to your way of thinking.
the 17th thm the 23rd you may be
From the 17th thru the 23rd a raise or
called
upon to come up with
solutions to a friend's crisis. This is
also a good time to invest or change
promotion could be right around the
comer, be prepared, you may have to
push a little to get it to go through! .31- investment strategies. From the 24th
thru the 30th you may feel that your
advantage of your feelings.
relationships are in timnoil, but it's
nothing a little time won't fix. Give
of yourself and it will make those
around you more content.
AQUARIUS
(Jon 20th - Feb 18th)
You will be able to work rings around
your co-workers during the first week
SAGIHARIUS
(Nov 24th - Dec 21st)
of April. This could bring your boss's
attention your way and could net you
Be wary of romantic overtures and
a raise or promotion. From the 9th
those who would use you for money
during the first week of April. Your
home life is satisfying now. From the
9th thru the 16th you may think that
someone is withholding information
from you but it is possible that they
just want you to believe that they
know something you don'L From the
17th thru the 23rd you should not go
out on a limb in business or personal
matters. You may make decisions you
will regret and that could hurt you
thru the 16th you will feel a strong
sense of control in your home
environment, use it to finish projects
started long ago. From the 17th thru
the 23rd you may feel very
affectionate toward your friends and
loved ones right now. Don't let them
take advantage of your emotions.
From the 24th thru the 30th love and
later on. From the 24th thru the 30th
money matters are moving along
smoothly and you couldn't be happier.
This is an especially good time to
improve your income if you didn't get
pay attention to your loved ones and
that raise earlier in the month.
their needs. Let them have the lead
and you will find that you are both
PISCES
(Feb 19th-Mar20th)
Romance is in the air during the first
more content
CAPRICORN
(Dec 22nd - Jan 19th)
You will more content both in
week of April. You will also find that
you have a great control over financial
relationships and on the job during
matters right now. From the 9lh thru
the first week of April. You can move
the 16th you will have good luck in
ahead with confidence in all matters.
all partnership matters, whether it is
From the 9th thru the 16th you
a
should watch your tongue and be
careful to say nothing that will hurt
another person. Relationships with
things just seem to crystallize right
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the 17th thru the 23rd you will be
able to set goals and reach them with
ease. Older people may be critical,
business or love relationship,
now. From the 17th thru the 23rd
your expenses could rise unexpectedly
due to a car breakdown or other
mishap. Don't worry, it's nothing you
can't handle. From the 24th thru the
30th
you should avoid travel,
take it in stride, they'll see it your
way eventually. From the 24th thru
especially if it is an unplanned trip.
the
with a long-distance friend, they can
avoid jumping to
SOlh
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Table of Contents
Vol. 2 Issue 9
April 1988
Lesbian Couples
& The Law
17
the Coffee Club: Book Review
22
QUIZ: Do You Run Away
from your Problems?
26
EEGULAH
FEATUEIS
From the Editor
To the Editor
News
What's Coin' On
5
6
7
12
Dear Agnes
Graffiti Page
Horoscope
Directory
15
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FROM THE EDITOR
When we started Dimensions I had people (some of them friends) tell me: "It won't
work! You will never make it work if it is geared strictly to women! Women will
not support a publication of their own!" Well my first reaction was that I had already
made up my mind for Dimensions to be a Lesbian publication; so I just listened,
and nodded, and put out the first issue anyway.
The first six months was hard! We hardly received any feedback, finances were
terrible, we were never sure if what we were doing was right or wrong. It was alot
like being in a big, dark room and not having any idea where the light switch was.
Then about last March something happened. We started to pick up advertisers and
then the mail-pouch started to get fat and people were actually starting to submit
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literature reviews.
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I live way up in Minnesota, but I do
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then, and I can't wait to check out the
clubs advertised in yoiu" magazine. In
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Dear DimensicMis,
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Ed. Note: Mary's poetry can befound
SAT 10-9
SUN 1-5
on page 25 in this month's issue.
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According to Cary Junkin,
Executive Director of couples.
Inc., "we plan to honor Gay
Texas Lesbians
to Meet in
Dallas
Fathers and Lesbian mothers for
the love and care they give their
children. Just as Couples, Inc.
did with the Wedding at the
National March on Washington,
we plan to show the non-gay
DALLAS - The first Texas
Lesbian Conference will be held
in Dallas on May 6,7, and 8 at
the Ramada Hotel near Love
and gay communities that our
Field. The conference is being
families are based on love.
sponsored by Among Friends,
Same-sex couples and gay
in collaboration with Lesbian
families
eve^where
are
organizing for this celebration."
Visionaries.
Sonia Johnson
will
be the
"Same-sex couples make up are
keynote speaker. Sonia was
large and mostly quiet segment
excommunicated
from
the
Mormon church because of her
of
the
lesbian
and
gay
community. While many of the
couples are raising children,
support for ERA. In 1984, she
ran for President.
there are also large numbers of
lesbian and gay parents without
partners. These families deserve
For further information,contact:
BJ at(214)328-3792.
the same rights and privileges as
heterosexual families," noted
Walter Wheeler, the President
Gay Parents
Day to be
of Couples, Inc.
Couples, Inc. is inviting other
organizations, gay and lesbian
families, same-sex couples and
individuals to organize family
celebrations in their local
Celebrated
May 8tti
LOS
ANGELES
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In
recognition of the love and
communities. While the form of
commitment represented by
lesbian and gay families.
the celebrations will vary, plans
already call for large family
breakfasts with honored guests
Couples,Inc. has designed May
and speakers on family issues.
8, 1988 as Parents Day. That
Sunday, which
is
also
traditional Mother's Day this
year, will be marked by
These events are also to be fund
raisers for Couples, Inc. and
local organizations working for
family rights.
celebrations in several cities.
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According to Carol Mortimer,
V.P. - East for Couples, Inc.,
"The celebration of Parents day
to honor Gay Fathers and
NGAYA
Implements
Lesbian Mothers will further
New Fund
emphasizes our organization's
slogan, 'Love makes a family.
Nothing else, nothing less!"'
Raising
Program
Organizations that want to co-
sponsor local events, and
DALLAS - The National Gay
Merchantville, NJ, or P.O. Box
77266, Atlanta, OA 30057. Or
call: (213) 550-7549 or (609)
Alliance for Young Adults, Inc.
(NGAYA) has implemented a
new fund raising program.
"A New Tommorrow" is
engineered to be a long term
funding program that will allow
individuals,
as well as,
organizations to help raise funds
for the future development of
our community. The program
663-3460.
also allows contributions to be
individuals and families that
want to help organize or
participate should contact
Couples, Inc., P.O. Box
13323, L.A., CA 90013-0323,
or at 109 Myrtle Ave.,
made to specific projects and
special funds of NGAYA,
including our new National Gay
13th Annual
South Eastern
Conference
Scheduled
ATLANTA, Ga.- The
13th
Annual S. E. Conference for
Lesbians and Gay men will be
held on April 14-17, 1988, at
the Pierremont Plaza Hotel in
Youth
Fund
for
AIDS
Education and the National Gav
Youth
Fund
for
Crisis
Intervention.
If we all work together, we can
build a "...New Tomorrow."
For more information on this
or any other program of
NGAYA, contact NGAYA at
P.O. Box 190426, Dallas TV
75219-0426.
Atlanta.
This conference is a major
educational, social, political and
cultural event. There will be a
variety of workshops, speakers
and entertainment.
For more information contact:
SECLGM 1-404-982-0544.
Liberty Books
Celebrates 2nd
Anniversary
AUSTIN - Liberty Books
owner Tom Doyal announced
plans today to celebrate the
.g. bookstore's
second
anni-
1988,from 3pm to 7pm.
endorsed by most major
feminist groups failed entirely to
address lesbian and gay issues.
During the conference, NGLTF
staff lobbyist Peri Jude Radecic
The celebration willfeature local
repeatedly
writers, door prizes, refresh
exclusion
ments
and
entertainment.
recognition.
versary. The event will be
held at Liberty Books, 1014B
North Lamar in Austin, on
Saturday afternoon, April 9th,
self-inflicted
"Liberty Books has become a
central meeting place for the
questioned
of
lesbian
the
/gay
concerns and pressed for their
"It was clear that lesbians were
not a welcome agenda issue,"
alternative culture of literate
said
lesbians and gay men. Their
'lesbian' was never voluntarily
Radecic.
"The
word
enthusiasm and warmth have
spoken or written by workshop
sustained us during a period of
moderators,
difficulty for area retailers," said
conference speakers during the
Doyal.
entire weekend."
The event will showcase a
Radecic noted the irony of the
newly acquired inventory of
books that will more than triple
panelists
or
Agenda's failure to raise
gay/lesbian issues at a time
the number of books in the
when all Democratic candidates
store. "Liberty Books has
purchased the contents of a
have stated their support for
lesbian/gay civil rights. "For the
comparable store in Houston.
first time in American history,
The new inventory will be on
all Democratic candidates have
the shelves in time for out
gone on record with NGLTF to
second
endorse gay/lesbian rights.
Now is not the time for any
segment of the civil rights
community, especially
the
anniversary
cele
bration," said Doyal.
feminist movement, to back
Women's
Conference
Agenda
Challenged
DES MOINES, IOWA - The
National Gay and Lesbian Task
Force
(NGLTF)
strongly
away from the critical battles
our community is fighting. This
conference was indeed a step
backwards for lesbians."
f'
TJ's
(817)566-9910
1215 E. Uniuersitu
Den ton, TX
challenged the failure of a
national feminist conference to
25^ Draft on Tuesdays
address lesbian rights issues. A
national Women's Agenda
$1 Beer on Thursdays
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on January 22-24, 1988, and
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NEXUS/PJ's! On Tuesdays
there's a "Girls Only" Pool
with my dear!
Tournament
at
HOUSTON - 'What a party
8;30pm, there'll be a $50 first
this one will be! The RANCH
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will be celebrating it's Second
Anniversary with a big bash
on Sunday, April 24th. Doors
open at 4pm and starting a 5pm
and going until 7pm, there will
starting
out! On Wednesdays you can
learn how to dance C&W and
get $3 pitchers "to boot".
Thursday is New Music
Night with $1.25 Well &
Margaritas. Friday's
bring
be
free
well
drinks, free
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longnecks and a free buffet!
Then, at 6pm catch the
and of course, there's always
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Mischiff
your
will
catch Dana Fitzgerald for the
Survivors on April 17th.
Remember, Wednesdays are
Rock 'N' Roll and
Disco
Night! Be sure to congratulate
Betsy on two years in business
while you're there!
be
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COUNTRY on Friday, April
they are wonderful! The Ms.
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month is no exception! Starting
this month they will be open
everyday from 5pm-2am and
Razzle Dazzle contest is also
3pm-Midnight
coming to HIGH COUNTRY
Aso, there will be a cookout
on Sundays from 6-8pm with a
appearing
at
the
15th. I haven't had the chance
to hear them but I've heard that
and the NORTH 40 sometime in
on
Sundays.
April, check at the bar for date
wide
and time! Be sure to check the
ranging from tacos to barbeque!
Thursday Night Show with
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selection
of
goodies
On the 11th catch the Academy
Awards Party. The 15th is
caught one yet ... you'll love it!
Customer
Appreciation
Remember
that
HIGH -12- Night with half price drinks all
mght long and. Las Vegas
Night
makes
details hadn't been worked out
retum
at press time so check at the bar!
the 29th to
benefit Among Friends. Live
Steak Night returns this
month on Thursdays! Tuesday
entertainment
month
Night
includes Judy Christopher
on the 1st, Marge Troyer on
month
engagement on
a
this
Discussions
are
this
Affirmations:
the 8th & 22nd and Diane
Positive Thinking on the 5th
and Healing with Stones on
Pierce on piano on the 21st &
the 19th.
28th. And, last but not least, be
sure to wear your uniforms out
FT. WORTH - Don't miss out
on Tuesday and Friday, they'll
on
net you a bucket of beer for
Bust at PARTNERS! It will be
only $6.50
Thursday
Night
Beer
a blast with DJ Spanky. Also,
check
DENTON - Picnic Season is
here and TJ's has heard the call!
The 3rd is the date and the bar is
out
the
PARTNERS
Daily Cocktail Hour with $2
Pitchers, $1 Beer, $1.25 Well
and 750 Draw!
the place! Check it out, should
be fun. Live entertainment in the
form of J. Christopher is
also on the way on the 22nd!
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for you at LYLE'S DECK. Get
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Easter Egg Hunt is in the
improve your attitude at the
works at die JEZEBEL on the
same time! Lyle and Don will
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be glad to have you anytime but
later with Fiesta from the 15th
thru the 23rd! Sharon at the
remember that the 3rd week
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going to be parties and drink
specials all that week but the
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week. I get to s^ her:during that,time
and we are very happy.'b hope
someday she will leave heri husband
Dear Agnes,
j jyst came home from a two week
to find my lover living with my
best friend. I have lived with this
woman for six years and I went to
forme.
My friends thintFiti iwitS;becafusB;i^
colleg® with my best friend. I think
like having only a piece of pie instead
they have lost their minds and I feel
of the whole pie.
like I am losing mine.
I feel like killing them both. How
I've never spoken ^ her about-jeavitig
her husband, but she will eventyallgw
I have a gut feeling.Tr
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could this happen. It is like things
were fine one day and screwed up the
Do you think I am a fool for waiting
on her?
next. I don't know what to do. I really
> ,i -
Wanting more in
don't have anyone else to talk to but
these two and I'm sure as hell not
* - v -'isr-
Pasadena, TX
talking to them.
Dear Wantirig,«^
I know that I have got to make new
!^|
I think you better talk to the woma^i
Gut feelings;are great^
righ^l
friends but right now I'm so depressed
I don't want to do anything.
but don't ever think-ycifu cab out guess;
In the Dumps
San Antonio, TX
what people will do.
i||
Friends often react negatively to an|«i
relationshipjt|?6t they consider out
the norm. Friends also have a way di
Dear In the Dumps,
It sounds like you are handling the
situation. You understand what needs
playing mqfher because they donj
to be done and you'll be able to do it
like to see someone being hurt
setting themselves up to be hurt. |l
when you are ready. There is nothing
Only you can^ jWlse how happy yoi^j
are in this ^Ipticlship. Some peopl^,
don't want all the pie. I suspect, b^l
the way yofi'^gned your letter, yoil^;
more painful than being burned by a
friend. Good luck!
Dear Agnes,
I wanted to write and ask your
want more! And you'll never know il^j
you don't ask.
opinion about my relationship. I'm
with a woman I love very much. I'm
29 and she's 37. She is married to a
man who travels about three days a
-15-
Jj
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Dear Agite^,
I have an ex-lover diatIcanT^|eT to
leave me alone. We've been broken up
for five months. She had an affair for
six of our eight months together.
There was so much lying and cheating
on her part, it was worse than a soap
opera.
I finally left her and all of a sudden
she wants me back worse than
this applies to relationships too.
Apparently you are speaking to this
woman when she calls so tell her just
what you wrote in the last line of
your letter. "It's over and go on with
your own life!" Quit answering the
phone in the middle of the night or
anything. She calls at all hours of the
change your number. Do not
acknowledge her bad behavior. Some
night, comes over, calls my friends
for advice etc.. She starts fights with
whoever I have dates with. It's gotten
some attention either negative or
extremely out of hand.
How can I make her realize-it's over
romance.
and she needs to go on with her life?
Name Withheld
San Marcos, TX
people feel like as long as they have
positive there is hope to rekindle a
Good luck and let me know how it
goes.
^
Write to Dear Agnes witti
your problems or
Dear Withheld,
It is ironic that people don't want
what they have and when they don't
have it they want it. Unfortunately
comments at:
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OWHED SaSIHESS
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Dimensions
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You've met the perfect woman, fallen
in love, moved in together and you're
going to live happily ever after.
Right? Well, "maybe" might be a
better answer. Many things can
happen in the course of a relationship
and quite a few of them can be
devastating
and
involve
legal
questions.
Since lesbians and gay men are denied
the right to form a legal partnership,
such as marriage, you are also denied
the rights, privileges and recourse
given to a heterosexual couple. This
includes, but is not limited to: denial
of hospital visitation rights, no legal
recognition if a death occurs, child
custody, no joint income tax filing
and no legal divorce proceedings.
Some of the legal problems and
questions that come up and some
solutions to those problems are listed
below.
PROPERTY
While you may think you will never
break up with your partner, it is a
possible reality that needs to be
considered. Since
there
is
no
"marriage" for lesbians in die eyes of
the law, tliis also means there is no
"divorce". No means for property
divisi(Mi in the event of a dispute.
Though it may not sound very
esbian
romantic, it is a good idea to take
inventory before
you
move m
together. Each partner should make a
list of what they bring into the
& the Law
by Linda Monroe
household. Keep in mind that ^le
you may think you can do thmgs
fairly if the relationship ends, you
may not be in this same frame of
mind when that time comes.
If you make major purchases together
(i.e. home, car, appliances, etc.) you
should have a legdly binding contract
drawn up that deals with the division
of these properties in the event of a
break up. Making joint property piu'chases can give the surviving partner
the right of ownership in case of a
death, but it makes breaking up a
parmer, take the car that is in your
name or evict your lover from your
apartment if it is leased in your name
only.
The best way to remedy this situation
is by giving each other power of
attorney. Power of attorney simply
means the written, legal authority to
^ act for another
mess.
It is possible to
take
partner to court
for a property
settlement
most
person. You'll
your
but
lesbian
women will opt
out of this be
cause of pos
sible
adverse
publicity,
job
loss or harass
_ ince Lesbians &
Gay men are denied the
right to forma legal
partnership,such as
marriage,you ore also
denied the rights,
privileges and recourse
given to a heterosexual
couple.
have to consult
a lawyer for
this. Be sure to
find out if there
are
the
on
scope or
time of power
of attorney in
your
state.
There may also
be
ment.
any
limitations
situations
Separate checking and savings account
when power of attorney may be
should be maintained for at least the
revoked. Ask questions, you need to
first part of any relationship.
Although we may not think it could
be informed.
ever happen to us, there are people
INSURANCE
who will clean out a joint account and
Life insurance is a very good idea for
disappear.
lesbian couples. Both partners should
have at least a small Ufe insiunnce
pobcy with the other parmer listed as
POWER OF AHORNEY
beneficiary (the person who will
Often, when one member of a lesbian
receive the benefits). The amount
love relationship is hospitalized, the
other partner is excluded, not only
should be enough to cover burial
expenses, to pay bills while finances
from the hospital room, but also from
decision maldng. In the absence of
in the case of a contested will.
any documentation, power of attorney
will automatically be given to the .
are being settled and to pay legal fees
If the company you work for has a
life insurance plan and you do not
Mother and Father or some other
want
close family member. This is another
situation where you may think you
different Your parents would have the
beneficiary on their forms; you can
name your estate as beneficiary. By
doing this, you can leave the money
to your lover, by way of your will,
without questions about your
right to deny visitation rights to your j^g_
relationship.
know how someone will react, but in
times of stress, people can be very
to
name
your
lover
as
CHILD CUSTODY
your family cannot claim that your
Many lesbian and gay couples are
having
children
within
their
relationships by means of artificial
insemination, surrogate mothers, etc.
This can cause a great many problems
lover had undue influence or coerced
if
contracts,
wills
arrangements are
and
custody
not thoroughly
thought out. Custody can go to the
biological mother's family in the
event of a death, even if the child
recognizes the other partner as their
"parent". Custody arrangements can
be provided for in the will but you
need to a have your lawyer research
the possibilities since laws on this
subject vary in different areas. Also,
be sure to consult a lawyer when
making arrangements for artificial
you into making this particular will.
There is much that is not covered here
but this should give you a place to
start. The main thing is to consult
with a lawyer you can trust and be
sure all documents are legally drawn
up.
None of these legal questions are
pleasant to think about when you are
in love, but all of them are important.
You will be doing yourself and your
lover a favor by preparing for the
unexpected and making informed,
intelligent decisions well in advance
of any crisis situation.
insemination or a surrogate mother.
Many women opt to have a male
friend impregnate them, this is an
especially touchy area because that
male friend can turn around and make
custody claims. Once again, consult a
lawyer!
WILLS
Both partners in any love relationship
should have a will. Be sure, even if
you don't leave them anything, that
you mention your family (Since my
mother is already well provided for, I
leave her nothing. I leave my sister
Ann $100, etc.) This will keep
anyone from claiming you "forgot
them". Do everything in the most
legal sense. Name a neutral person as
your executrix (the person appointed
to carry out the provisions of the
will) your lawyer is a good choice if
you trust her. Also, be sure to choose
a stable witness with a pemnanent
address. It is also a good idea to have
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A Discussion ofLesbian Literature Both New and Old
This month T. Sumner Reviews:
The
LORD
is my
SHEPHERD
and HE
Knows
I'M GAY
by Reverend Troy Perry
Rev.Troy Perry
With Charles L. Lucas
Easter is here and I thought a
book with a religious theme
would be an appropriate choice
The Lord is My Shepherd and
He Knows I'm Gav was first
released in 1972 and it comes
for review this month. I chose
through in the slang that is used
The Lord is my Shepherd and
He Knows I'm Gav (Troy
Perry w/ Charles Lucas, Liberty
Press, $8.95). It is the story of
the Reverend Troy Perry,
throughout the book (groovy
founder
of
Fellowship
the
of
Universal
Metropolitan
Community
Churches
(UFMCC) and gay and civil
rights activist.
I would like to say that I found
this book to be inspirational, but
I didn't. The story is a good one
bar, etc.). Rev. Perry does
point out in his introduction to
this new
edition that he,
"attributed to God a masculine
identity...," and that he now
realizes the, "God transcends
gender and many of the other
limitations
to
which
we
sometimes blindly subscribe."
There were some passages j
found interesting. One jj.
particular was when the
moving and hard to read. I
Angeles
Metropolitan
Community Church finally eot a
building of their own, this
wanted to skim over much of it
message was received on the
and it needs to be told but I
found the book to be slow-
just to be done.
.22- day the building was dedicated:
"I regret prior commitments,
March the seventh, will prevent
my
joining
you
for
the
and overly descriptive in others.
Choppy is the best way to
describe it.
this special occasion. Ronald
Reagan, governor of the State
There is much to be gained from
this man's story. He has fought
for gay rights and won, he has
changed
a
great
many
of California."
discriminatory practices single
dedication services of your new
church building. Best wishes on
I commend Rev. Perry for his
vision and the success of the
handedly and he has given all
gay people a place to worship.
MCC organization. It is
definitely something the gay
community world-wide needed.
It is a book I should have
on.
enjoyed reading. So, unless you
have a burning desire to know
more about Rev. Perry's life,
this is not on my suggested
reading list.
If, however, you would like to
order The Lord is My Shepherd
I think this is a story that could
and He Knows I'm Gav. write
have been told much better. The
to Liberty Press, P.O. Box
writing is terse in some places
50421, Austin, Texas 78763.
We all should have the right to
worship as we see fit without
having to worry that we will be
"found out" and asked to move
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DO YOU RUN
AWAY FROM
YOUR PROBLEMS?
Do you avoid
expressing your
opinion because
someone you love mav
not agree with you?
you put off doing sniaU
things until they
become so big that you
can't handle them? Do
you find it hard to
express how you really
feel? Do you run away
from your problems?
Answer the 15
questions that follow
and find out if you need
to face up to running
away.
Answer the questions below
13. If I am trying to leam
with: Y for Yes, S for Sometimes,
something new,I ask for help
N for No.
from someone who knows.
7. I enjoy learning new things
74. If there is something
and taking on new challenges.
unpleasant that needs to be
done,I do it and get it over with
2. I go regularly to the doctor
as soon as possible.
or dentist, even when I think
nothing is wrong.
75. I find it easy to express
how I feel about issues that are
3. I usually tell people what I
important to me,even when I
think even if it is unpleasant.
know people will disagree.
4. I consider myself easy
going and flexible.
5. I usually act on my "gut
feelings"
6. I find it easy to make
decisions.
SCORING
Give yourself points on
each answer as follows:
Y=3
S=2
N=1
7. I stiU have friends I made
years ago.
8. I am usually on time to
If You Scored:
appointments and meetings.
35-45
9. If I rnake a mistake on the
job,I point it out to my boss as
to any problem that might
You are very good at facing iip
confront
you.
You
can
soon as possible.
overcome almost anything and
70. I enjoy doing risky things,
your feelings and opinions. You
may, however, be too foithnght
(riding motorcycles, etc.)
7 7. When I run short on cash,
I notify my creditors
unmediately to explain the
are usually very honest atout
S times and this could cause
resentment among your fnends
and co-workers. Because you
situation.
are always the first one to jurnp
into any project, you may not be
giving them a chance to show
72. I would tell my lover if I
always confront your problems
wasn't satisfied with our sex
life.
their talents. Also, since you
head-on, those around you may
27 feel that you will think them
weak if they don't do the same.
In other words, you are a hard
act to foUow. Facing up to your
defining the problem, then
examine all possible solutions.
Next, decide exactly what you
problems is a wonderful trait
are going to do and stick to it.
in your dealings with others.
Start with small goals and work
up to larger ones. You may
but be sure you use compassion
want to tell a close friend what
25-34
Although you don't usually
have a problem dealing with
problems in your life, you may
have a problem in one area. In
other words, you may handle
things fine at work and hide
from problems at home or vice-
versa. Or you may just run
away when you feel a problem
is too big for you handle. Either
way, you should try to identify
just what it is you do avoid and
you are trying to do. Not only
will they give you support, we
all do things better if we know
someone is watching. You will
find that as you deal with
problems you already have, you
will be better equipped and
ready to deal with new ones as
they come up. You will also
find that you self-esteem will
grow as you become used to
taking problems on with
confidence.
set out to change that behavior.
When you do find yourself
running away from a problem,
stop right then and work on
it.Use the principles outlined in
the section below. Not only will
you be happier with yourself,
so will those around you,
including your boss and your
lover.
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You are a runner, you hide from
problems
and
may
have
symptoms of depression and
feel helpless or hopeless that
can be attributed to this trait.
You may have let so many
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What's in the Stars for you this Month?
Love, Money,Trovel
ARIES
you should keep an open mind and
(Mar 21st-April 19th)
avoid criticism of those around you.
You may have a tendency to
overspend right now so keep a close
eye on your pocketbook!
Try to achieve your goals without
pushing too hard during the first week
of April. You could wind up
trampling on the opinions of others if
you're not careful. From the 9th thru
the 16th try to accept people as they
are and keep your secrets to yourself,
things should move ahead smoothly if
you take this advice. From the 17th
thru the 23rd you can look forward to
better
times
when
it
comes
GEMINI
(May 21st-June 21st)
During the first week of April, you
should show caution in all things.
However, in business dealings and
your social life you will be able to
step up the pace a bit and enjoy it
to
finances. This is also a good time to
make changes, improvements and
corrections in other areas of your life.
more. From the 9th thru the 16th
From the 24th thru the 30th you
have the desire to travel. Try to avoid
troublemakers on the job. From the
17th thru the 23rd the focus will be
your home life is in the spotlight,
you are content and happy but may
should work on matters that concern
you from behind the scenes, you will
make better progress if you keep to
yourself.
raise or promotion could be coming
TAURUS
projects that you have been putting
on financial and career matters. A
your way but you'll have to finish
off. The 24th thru the 30th is a good
time for making new friends and
(April 20th - May 20th)
Let things move at their own pace
enjoying a more varied social life.
during the first week of April.
Romance and money matters will go
much more smoothly without
CANCER
pushing. From the 9th thru the 16th
your social and romantic lives will be
You may find yourself playing the
exciting and dynamic butjealousy can
role of peacem^er during the first
(June 22nd - July 22nd)
week of April. Co-workers, family
result in some problems on the job.
From the 17th thru the 23rd your selfconfidence will be high and this will
members and neighbors may all need
this service right now. From the 9th
thru the 16th
you should avoid
making or listening to complaints,
they are a waste of time and you have
reveal itself in romance and at work.
Everything is
going right for you
now. From the 24th thru the 30th
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Property of the Center
better things to do. From the 17th
Your love life is really heating up but
thru the 23rd don't let anyone,
try not to focus all your attention on
particularly a lover, push you into a
decision you aren't ready to make.
iL From the 24th thm the 30th you
You soci^ life is exciting! From the
24th thru the 30th you should hold
off on any major changes in your life.
People and projects that have needed
may have to rewrite a budget because
you underestimate _expCTses in the
past Family members can be
influential in many areas right now.
LIBRA
you attention for awhile are in the
spotlight now.
(Sept 23rd-Oct 23rd)
LEO
the first week of April. A raise,
Money is your strong point during
(July 23rd - Aug 22nd)
promotion or other financial windfall
Travel may be on your agenda during
the first week of April. Whether it's
for business or pleasure, romance will
play a major role. From the 9th thru
the 16th your love life could be
could be headed your way. From the
9th thru the 16th concentrate on home
and social activities. Your friends and
love interest will provide much
suffering because you are wrapped up
From the 17th thru the 23rd the
in financial affairs. Take time out to
emphasis will once again be on work
give a a loved one a special treat.
From the 17th thru the 23rd you may
and career matters. You will have the
enjoyment and insight right now.
energy to push ahead on matters that
have a hard time pinning down how
you feel about someone, trust yoiu"
new projects. From the 24th thru the
gut instincts.
considering a big
24th thru the
definitely in the
30th a new romantic interest could be
headed your way or your current
romance could be heating up. Relax
and enjoy, everything is going your
You could be
piuehase. From the
30th romance is
cards. Member of
your family may also need your
need taken care of and the time to start
way.
attention now so be siu'e to make
SCORPIO
time for them.
(Oct 24tti - Nov 23rd)
VIRGO
(Aug 23rd - Sept 22nd)
You get what you ask for during the
first week April. Your social life is
Progress can be made in all things
important to you, including money
and love, during the first week of
April. From the 9th thru the 16th
your persuasive powers will be at
picking up and people will be willing
to grant you favors. From the 9th
their best You have the ability to
ideas of yours to work and get others
to go along with your plans. From
influence friends, family and co-
thm the 16th you will know
instinctively what others are thinking.
This will enable you to put some
workers to your way of thinking.
the 17th thm the 23rd you may be
From the 17th thru the 23rd a raise or
called
upon to come up with
solutions to a friend's crisis. This is
also a good time to invest or change
promotion could be right around the
comer, be prepared, you may have to
push a little to get it to go through! .31- investment strategies. From the 24th
thru the 30th you may feel that your
advantage of your feelings.
relationships are in timnoil, but it's
nothing a little time won't fix. Give
of yourself and it will make those
around you more content.
AQUARIUS
(Jon 20th - Feb 18th)
You will be able to work rings around
your co-workers during the first week
SAGIHARIUS
(Nov 24th - Dec 21st)
of April. This could bring your boss's
attention your way and could net you
Be wary of romantic overtures and
a raise or promotion. From the 9th
those who would use you for money
during the first week of April. Your
home life is satisfying now. From the
9th thru the 16th you may think that
someone is withholding information
from you but it is possible that they
just want you to believe that they
know something you don'L From the
17th thru the 23rd you should not go
out on a limb in business or personal
matters. You may make decisions you
will regret and that could hurt you
thru the 16th you will feel a strong
sense of control in your home
environment, use it to finish projects
started long ago. From the 17th thru
the 23rd you may feel very
affectionate toward your friends and
loved ones right now. Don't let them
take advantage of your emotions.
From the 24th thru the 30th love and
later on. From the 24th thru the 30th
money matters are moving along
smoothly and you couldn't be happier.
This is an especially good time to
improve your income if you didn't get
pay attention to your loved ones and
that raise earlier in the month.
their needs. Let them have the lead
and you will find that you are both
PISCES
(Feb 19th-Mar20th)
Romance is in the air during the first
more content
CAPRICORN
(Dec 22nd - Jan 19th)
You will more content both in
week of April. You will also find that
you have a great control over financial
relationships and on the job during
matters right now. From the 9lh thru
the first week of April. You can move
the 16th you will have good luck in
ahead with confidence in all matters.
all partnership matters, whether it is
From the 9th thru the 16th you
a
should watch your tongue and be
careful to say nothing that will hurt
another person. Relationships with
things just seem to crystallize right
family members will improve. From
the 17th thru the 23rd you will be
able to set goals and reach them with
ease. Older people may be critical,
business or love relationship,
now. From the 17th thru the 23rd
your expenses could rise unexpectedly
due to a car breakdown or other
mishap. Don't worry, it's nothing you
can't handle. From the 24th thru the
30th
you should avoid travel,
take it in stride, they'll see it your
way eventually. From the 24th thru
especially if it is an unplanned trip.
the
with a long-distance friend, they can
avoid jumping to
SOlh
don't
hesitate
when
This is a good time to get in touch
help you
opportunity presents itself. Someone
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Service Organizations, Businesses & Clubs
495-9553
Dallas Outdoors
P.O. Box 35474 75235
276-5270
Dallas Tavern Guild
3900 Lemmon Ave.#220
526-5292
organizations
528-4233
AUSTIN,TX(area code512)
clubs
Nexus/Petticoat Junction
401 E.2nd
Austin Lambda
P.O.60x5455 78763
4107 Medical Pkwy#205
Gay/Lesbian Student
Association at UT Austin
Box 275Texas Union 78712-7338
458-3971
Lesbian/Gay RIgtits Lobby
P.O. Box 2505 78768
Foundation for Human Understanding
Gay Community Center
3920 Cedar Springs
528-4233
Gay/Lest>lan Young Adults
528-4233
Grace Fellowstilp In Ctirist Jesus
2727 Oak Lawn 75219
528-2811
Lesbian Information Line(LIL)
Texas Human Rigtits Foundation
528-2426
1014-GN.Lamar 78703
479-8473
528-4233
Waterioo Counseling Center
Lesbian/Gay Rights Advocates
Oak Lawn Counseling Center
6901 N.Lamar#109 78752
5811 NashSt. 75235
452-5966
351-1502
DALLAS,TX(area code 214)
businesses
P.O.Box 190973 75219
986-1751
Crossroods Market
3920 Cedar Springs
3930 Cedar Springs
528-4233
Oak Lawn Symptionic Band
528-4620 or 1-800-992-6404
Oft ttie Street
3921 Cedar Springs
521-9051
Clubs
HIgti Country
Worrryn Together
DENTON,TX(area code 817)
Clubs
TJ's
1215 E. University
566-9910
3121 Inwood
351-2278
Rumors
5039 Willis Ave.
FT. WORTH,TX(area code
817)
828-4471
clubs
organizations
AIDS Resource Center
Partrrers
1612 Park Place
3920 Cedar Springs 75219
927-9546
Dallas Area Lesbian Visionaries
P.O. Box 710185 75271
Dallas Gay Alliance
P.O. Box 190712 75219
528-4233
Dallas Gay Arctilves
3930 Cedar Springs
821-1653
Dallas Gay Youtti Group
SOOOTurtle Creek Plaza #116 75204
307-7203
HOUSTON.TX(area code 713)
businesses
Lobo Bookstore
1424-C Westtieimer
522-5156
Clubs
Kindred Spirits
4902 Richmond
-34- 623-6135
Ranch
(202)547-3101
9125S. Main
666-3464
AIDS 800
1-800-221-7044
Notional Gay Alliance for Young Adults
organizations
P.O. Box 190426
AIDS Foundation
3400 Montrose #700
524-AiDS
AIDSHOTUNE
Dallas,IX 75219-0426
(214)307-7203
Notional GoyAesbion Clearinghouse
666 Broadway4th Floor
NY,NY 10012
National GayAesbkm Crisisline
c/o Switchboard
529-3211
Students
1-800-221-7044
University of Houston
Tt>e Fund for Hunrxin Dignity
666 Broadway 4th Floor
4800 Calhoun
529-3211
NY,NY 10012
Gay & Lesbian Switchboard
P.O. Box 66591 77266
529-3211
Houston Gay Pollticai Caucus
P.O. Box 66664 77266
521-1000
NORMAN,OK(area code 405)
organizations
Women's Resource Center
Houston Thurday NIte Mixers
Bowling League
Steve:699-3732 or Phil:688-6970
P.O. Box 5089 73070
Lambda ALANON
Lambda Center for Alchohollcs
OKLAHOMA CITY,OK(area
code 405)
1214 Joanne
521-9772
organizations
Oasis the Community Center
Lesbian/Gay Students
University of Houston - Clear Lake
2135 NW 39th 73112
525-AIDS
2700 Bay Area 77058
Lesbian Mothers
Mothers Group
SAN ANTONIO.TX(area code
512)
Clubs
864-3098
Montrose Pool League/
Billiards
PJ: 863-8482
PWA Coalition - Houston
3327 Essex Lane,Suite #16 77027
623-4436
Ttie Jezebel
8755 Wurzbach Rd.
697-0413
organizations
Women's Lobby Alliance
San Antonio AIDS Foundation
P.O. Box 120113 78212-9313
San Antonio Tavern Guild
4 Chelsea
521-0439
Women's Softtxsll League
6431 Rneshade
868-6256
822-2823
SOUTH PADRE ISLAND,TX(area
LUBBOCK,TX(area code 806)
code 512)
organizations
occomodatlons
Lubbock LesbkJn/Gay Alliance
LyIe'sDeck
P O.Box 64746 79464
120E.AtolSt.
796-2403
West Texas Aids Foundation,Inc.
P.O. Box 2326 78597
761-LYLE
P.O. Box 93120
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Washington,D.C. 20003
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