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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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PROPERTY OF
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FREE
Property of the Center
Volume 3, Issue 10
May 1989
7able of {Contents
Volume 3, Issue 10
May 1989
'eatures
16 Sexual Harassment
I
What You Con Do About It,
24 the Coffee Club
lesbian & gay literature
'eportments
27 Quiz: Are You
Showing
7 News
^Vour Best Slde?^^^
11 What's Goln' On
14
29
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33
Dear Agnes
Poetry
Horoscope
Directory
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22 What A World,
36 Classifieds
What A World!
39 Graffiti
humor by comedian
Nancy Ford
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TEXAS RIGHTS LOBBY IN TROUBLE
Our Texas LGRL (Lesbian Gay Rights Lobby)is in serious financial trouble, and
without immediate action faces closure in June. There are not enough funds to pay
expenses or our lobbyist, Glen Maxey's, salary.
Now 1 realize everyone wants your money these days. 1 have a desk stacked with
letters from people trying to talk me out of my money, they range from The National
Museum of Women in the Arts to the Cub Scouts.
So why should we make a check out to LGRL,today? Without a paid lobbiest in
Austin, we can march until hell freezes over and it will never change the laws. You
and I, as common everyday citizens who do not live in Austin, Texas[most of us
anyway], have no possible way of keeping up with what laws are up before our
Texas Legislature. That is where Glen Maxey comes into play. He keeps up on con
tinually changing bills that affect each and every one of us. He is our spokesman, but
we cannot expect him to work for free.
The best investment we can make in our future is the action we take today! Write a
check and mail it. 1 don't trust our law makers to look out for our best interest, and
based on their past performance I hope you don't
It seems like there are a lot of people who believe politics has nothing to do with
them. Well maybe not, but lets see. If you are employeed the labor laws affect you, if
you are self-employeed business and labor laws affect you,if you have AIDS there
are a multitude of laws affecting you and hundreds pending before the legislators of
each state and the Federal Government. If you walk down the street and are attacked
for "looking queer", that could fall under hate crimes and hopefully Hampton ain't
your judge, if you sleep with certain people and have certain kinds of sex you are
violating the law. Now if you still think the laws and politics don't affect you, save
your money for a new security system because you're gonna need it.
Make your check payable to;
Lesbian/Gay Rights Lobby(LGRL)
P.O. Box 2505
Austin, TX 78768.
Kelly Chambers
Managing Editor
May 1989 • Dimensions • Page 5
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'QWS
From Around the Region,the Country & the World
Texas Human
Rights Foundation
Sponsors Second
Challenge to 21.06
AUSTIN - The Texas Human Rights
consenting adults of the same gender;
2.encourages disruption oftheir family
relationships, thereby causing them
alienation and separation from thenfamilies;
3. limits their employment opportuni
ties, thus requiring them to tailor their
Foundation(THRF)announced the fil
career choices to avoid discrimination;
ing of a lawsuit in Travis County Dis
4. encourages hate crimes against gay
men and lesbians, tacitly condoning
such practices as "gay bashing" and
trict Court on April 12,1989,challeng
ing the constitutionality of Section
21.06 of the Texas Penal Code, which
criminalizes the private sexual rela
tions between consenting adults of the
same gender.
The case was filed against the State of
verbal assaults;
5. encourages discrimination against
gay men and lesbians in the judicial
system,and harassment of them by law
enforcement officials; and
Texas as defendant, by five plaintiffs:
Linda Morales of Houston,Tom Doyal
6. subjects gay men and lesbians to
of Austin, Patricia (Pat) Cramer of
Austin, Charlotte Taft of Dallas and
John Thomas of Dallas. The five plain
sanctioned stigma attached to the na
ture of their private consensual rela
emotional stress because of the state-
tions.
tiffs are represented by Austin attorney
J. Patrick Wiseman with THRF acting
In commenting on the reasons for the
as "of counsel".
ney David Bryan, the legal director of
The lawsuit seeks to have 21.06 de
clared unconstitutional and barred
from enforcementon the grounds that it
violates the plaintiffs rights under the
"The State of Texas is one of just six
states in this country that criminalizes
only the intimate and private consent
Bill of Rights ofthe Texas Constitution
and under the common law right of
privacy as recognized by the courts in
Texas. The plaintiffs allege that they
are all practicing homosexuals who
deeply fear prosecution under 21.06.
Specifically,they contend in their peti
bringing of the lawsuit, Houston attor
THRF said:
ing relations oftwo men or two women.
The rationale given to support this
criminalization is frequently that the
majority has the right to dictate its view
of morality to the populace—precisely
the same reasoning used in this country
until 1967 to criminalize interracial
tion that the statute:
marriages. To borrow words from Jus
1. unconstitutionally criminalizes their
private sexual relations with other
tice Blackmun of the U. S. Supreme
Court, it is precisely because the issue
May 1989 • Dimensions • Page 7
raised by this 21.06 lawsuit touches the
heart of what makes individuals what
they are, that we should be especially
sensitive to the rights of those whose
choices upset the majority."
THRF also has pending at this time its
formal complaint with the Texas State
organization committed to increasing
the visibility oflatinas and which works
toward civil rights for all.
Womynspace of Houston is a non-hierachial feminist organization founded
Commission on Judicial Conduct to
to create an alternative space for
womyn in a chemical free, women
only,supportive environment
remove Judge Jack Hampton of Dallas
For more information on TLC '89
from the bench.
write: P.O. Box 980134, Houston,TX
77098-0134 or call(713)520-5667. A
TLC volunteer orientation is scheduled
Lesbians To Keynote
State Conference
HOUSTON - Two native Texas Lesbi
ans will keynote the second annual
TexasLesbian Conference(TLC),June
for Saturday, May 6, all interested
women should call or write. A press
conference is tenatively scheduled for
Sunday, June 4 at 4pm, in the TLC
Hospitality Suite at the Astro Village
Hotel.
2-4,1989 at the Astro Village Hotel.
Gloria Anzaldua, chicana, tejana and
co-editor of This Bridge Called Mv
Back: Writings bv Radical Women of
Color,will keynote the Saturday morn
ing session. Her address will focus on
the borderland experience: caught be
The Fund For Human
Dignity Announces
New Lesbian/Gay
Publications
tween two cultures, an alien in both.
Capturing the social diversity in Texas
communities, Sunday's presenter and
lesbian novelist Antoinette Azolakov
explores the contrasting views of the
feminist and the non-feminist and of
women in traditional versus non-tradi
tional occupations. Her published
works include C.ass and the Stone
Butch. Skiptrace and Contactees Die
YoungThe objectives of the conference are to
create a network oflesbians to facilitate
communication, promote grass root
NEW YORK, NY - The Fund For
Human Dignity (FFHD), the educa
tional organization of the lesbian/gay
community,is pleased to announce the
availability of three new publications.
Workshops on Homophobia
Homosexualitv for College Campny^
($6) is a collection of three workshop
designs successfully used at Wesleyan,
Brown and Cornell Universities to
combat anti-gay bias on campus.These
workshop outlines have proved helpful
to many students,faculty and adminis
organizations and increase visibility.
The conference is being produces by
All Mujeres Interested in Getting Ac
tive (AMIGA) and Womynspace of
working to raise consciousness about
lesbian and gay issues within their insti
Houston. AMIGA is a lesbian latina
Lesbian ProiecLs: Public and Private
Page 8 • Dimensions • May 1989
trators across the country who are
tutions.
ducted by the Working Group on Fund
ing Gay and Lesbian Issues. Based on
long-range planning, organizational
two siuweys of over 600 organizations
sponsoring or potentially sponsoring
lesbian projects and of265 funders,the
report analyzes patterns offunding gay
fundraising. This compilation is a vital
tool for gay and lesbian organizations
in the process of expansion, as well as,
those who arejust beginning to contem
plate such change.
Each ofthese new publications is avail
and lesbian organizations as well as
recommendations for breaking down
barriers to funding lesbian projects.
This land mark study will interest les
bian and gay organizations who are
seeking funding as well as foundations
who are seeking to increase their sup
port of lesbian and gay concerns.
Technical Assistance For Lesbian and
Gav Organizations ($5) is a series of
articles compiled by The Woiking
Group on Funding Gay and Lesbian
Issues which deal with such topics as
evaluation, funding resources, and
able from The FFHD's National Les
bian and Gay Resource Center, the
nations only clearinghouse solely de
voted to lesbian and gay educational
material.To order any ofthese publica
tions or obtain a catalog of publica
tions, please write to: The National
Lesbian and Gay Resource Center,The
Fund For Human Dignity, 666 Broad
way,4th Floor, New York, NY 10012.
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Featurlns Happy Hour Prices & Dart Tournaments!
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hat's i toin
A Monthy Listing of Special Events Aii Around Texas, Oklahoma & New Mexico
DALLAS Look for the 1989
Women's Film Festival - A Woman's
Experience on May 11, 12 &13!
Thursday Night's program will be held
tend, please call (405) 672-4141 for
more info! Also,call this number if you
have a workshop suggestion.
at the Dallas Museum of Art Theater
HOUSTON - The women of Houston
on Ross Avenue in downtown Dallas.
have spoken! You asked for a place to
go on Monday nights - Now you've
got it! The RANCH will be pen every
Monday with Happy Hour Prices all
night long and Dart Tournaments!
Friday and Saturday's program will be
held atSMU's Hughes-Trigg Student
Center Theater at 3410 Dyer St., at
Airline on the SMU campus. If you
need more info - call Lesbian Vision
aries at (214) 528-2426. They will
point you in the right direction!
And,don'", miss out on Memorial Day
Fun - it happen all weekend!
DALLAS - Sunday's are hot on Cedar
AUSTIN - Join the gang at NEXUS to
celebrate their 3rd Anniversary. The
Celebration goes on all weekend on
May 12, 13 & 14! And,join in the fun
starting Wednesday, May 10th, and
every Wednesday to come, for
Springs when youjoin in thefun atSUE
ELLEN'S! M.C., Kathy Jack, kicks
off the great Show at 10pm! And with
summer coming on fast - you'll enjoy
SUE ELLEN'S frozen drinks!
Danceteria Go-Go Rama with "His
AUSTIN - Lesbian Mothers are get
Boy Elroy" - It's New Wave for the
ting together in Austin! We are trying to
have monthly activities but would like
90's! Don't forget that Mug Club and
C&W Dance Lessons happen every
to have more. We need organizers for
Wednesday in PETTICOAT JUNC
events and get-togethers. If you are a
TION!
lesbian mother,co-parentor mother-tobe and would like to hold an event,call
OKLAHOMA - Herland Sister
Resources is holding its fourth annual
us! We will help you plan and get the
word out. Our goal is to have a place
Spring Retreat at Boiling Springs
where mothers can get support from
State Park near Woodward in north
other mothers and to have activities
where our children are included. For
western Oklahoma on May 19,20&21.
There will be fishing, hiking, spelunk
more information call Karen at (512)
ing, Softball, volleyball, football and
339-8508 or Maria at(512)834-0933.
just laying around. Judy Fjell, humor
ist and singer/guitarist from Oakland,
held Sat., May 20th, 7-lOpm at the
A Lesbian Mothers Game Night will be
California will entertain Saturday
Women's Peace House, 1305 E. 1st
night. Scholarships and work ex
changes are available but, they are in
St.. A supervised childrens play room
will be e provided, please bring drinks,
snacks or games - no alcohol please!
limited supply. If you would like to at
May 1989 • Dimensions • Page 11
DALLAS - Kick off the Memorial
SAN ANTONIO - Beginning on the
14th of May, you can enjoy sun,fun &
Day Weekend right with Free Hot
Dogs on the patio at JUGS on Thurs
day, May 25th!
games,beginning at noon on the patio,
every Sunday at the CIRCLE. Also,
HOUSTON - Alexandra E.invites the
on May 7th at 8pm - and ... no cover!
don't miss the music of Beth Williams
women ofTexas tojoin in the Celebra
tion of Springtime at the Hottest All
New Club for Women and Friends. In
May KEYSTROKE will be opening
Fri^y the 5th and Friday the 19th at
FT. WORTH - If you play Softball join the PARTNERS team! Get in
touch with someone from the bar for
more info. Don't miss the PARTNERS
2401 San Jacinto, 9pm.
All Girl Benefit Show on May 21st!
We want to thank Houston for its sup
The proceeds will go to help make this
year's GAY PRIDE WEEK Fort
port and would like to announce that
STOP SEARCHING/KEYSTROKE
is sponsoring the Texas Lesbian Con
Worth's best ever!
ference that will take place in Houston
SAN ANTONIO - There's a new bar in
June 2-4.
town! MEMORIES is a place for
For more information call the KEY
women to meetand dance! Thejukebox
STROKE HOTLINE(713)785-9258.
is primed and ready, so bring your
quarters and check it out!
ARLINGTON - BRITCHES &
BLOOMERS are open and ready for
you! There's a great new atmosphere
and lots more room at BLOOMERS,
plus a game room, great dance floor
and the restaurant will be opening
again soon - don't miss it!
DALLAS - While in the Oak Lawn
area, don't miss TRUE COLORS
GALLERY - it's a great new, women
owned,art gallery. It's a little out of the
Send Your
Information for
What's Goin' On to:
P.O. Box 856
Lubbock,TX 79408
way, but well worth the stop! Check it
out at 4233 Cedar Springs.
bUle
Convenient Air Connections to
Horiingen Airport
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3rd Full Weekend
& 3rd Week
of Each Month
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Answers to your questions about love,
relationships & personal problems
Dear Agnes,
I am very attracted to an entertainer in
a gay bar here in Dallas.
The problem is, how do I get this
woman's attention? She will smile at
me when I am giving her $1 bills, but
she does that with everyone - it's partof
her job.
I've been watching her for a while,and
I have noticed she doesn't socialize
apart from the crowd with a single red
rose or something of that nature.
Remember that underneath the makeup
and glitzy clothes, entertainers are just
like other women. They aren't
goddesses, although a few I've seen
certainly look like goddesses.
Be yourself and ask her out - the worst
that can happen is that she will say no.
At least, then you will have asked and
much with the bar patrons on a personal
will know if she's the least bit
level. She will serve drinks and be
interested. You can always
friendly, but that's it. She seems very
another course from there - either ask
reserved.
her again or forget about her.
chart
I have been afraid to approach her
because I don't want her to think I am
like most other women that probably
approach her - out for one thing.
I am really interested in getting to know
her.I have considered sending flowers,
taking out a personal ad, asking her to
Dear Agnes,
My lover is a militantlesbian separatist.
We have been together for 8 months.
lunch, etc... Lunch presents a problem
She hates men - her father is dead and
there are no men in her life at all. She
even worksfor an all-woman company.
because
So, here's the problem ... my brother,
I'm sure they have been warned about
being personally involved with
who is also gay comes to town every
few months and she won'teven let him
patrons.
Desperate In Dallas
in the house. She says this is her space
and she doesn't want it "spoiled" by a
man. I say it's my space too and I can
HELP!
Dear Desperate,
have whoever I want in my home.
I've even tried to talk her into going
somewhere for awhile so my brother
The only thing you can do is ask. Of
can come over, but she won't budge.
course, it won't hurt to set yourself
I can understand why she feels this way
Page 14 • Dimensions • May 1989
about men (kind of)- but I think this is
a little too extreme. Any suggestions?
Locked Out
way she feels or alter her behavior, but
you can change your residence.
Houston,TX
Confldential to
Dear Locked,
GWFstands for gay white female,GBF
stands for gay black female. I have no
earthly idea what DWF stands for.
Hopefully one of our readers will fill us
H.C. in Austin,
Everyone is entitled to their opinion
and lifestyle; provided it doesn't hurt
anyone else. Probably this situation
doesn't do much for your relationship
with your brother.You can'tchange the
both in.
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Write To Dear Agnes
With Your Problems or Comments at:
Dimensions • P.O Box 856 • Lubbock,TX 79408
Beginning Mny X^th
Club opens at Noon on Sundays for
Stm, Fun & Games on the Patio!
Sunday,
May 7th
^esday
Sight
Topics
May Sad -
Splendid Vacation
Spots for Us!
May 164li Presentation by
Enjoy the
"Dignity" - Gay &
music of
Beth Williams
Lesbian Catbobcs
Show starts at
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May 3011i Positive Portrayals
of Women In
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May 1989 • Dimensions • Poge 15
SEXUAL
HARASSMENT
What You con Do obout It.
by Cameron Taylor
Of the three cases below, pick the the
one (or ones) you think constitutes
sexual harassment.
Case 1: John Freshman presses
against you ever chance he gets; any
excuse will do, asking a question, re
viewing a report... When he comes in
the office he presses up as close physi
cally as possible and then seems to
never notice that it makes you uncom
fortable. This guy is always in your
intimate space!
Cose 2: Fred Slez is the company
trash mouth. There has never been a
sexist or dirty joke that has not passed
his ear or lips for that matter. It is
Monday morning and he is loaded with
a new list and here he comes,"Do you
Page 16 • Dimensions • May 1989
IP«
Keystroke
(Ke■'stroke') n
Houston's HOT, NEW
bi-monthly club for
Women and Friends.
2. During this
month Keystroke
happens on
Friday, May 5th and
Friday May 19th.
3. Don't miss it!l
location:
2401 San Jocinto
Houston Texas
Open 9pm to 2am
Memfiers $5/Guests $6
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Texas Lesbio^ Conference
June 2nd-4th
a club on the move for twrntn and frieruis
KEYSTROKE HOTLINE (713)7859258
May 1989 • Dimensions • Page 17
know how many lesbians it takes to
change a light bulb?..."
Case 3:"Yes,Jamie your work here
is really appreciated, but if you ever
ronment This can be a result of teasing,
comments, the presence of suggestive
posters, or sexual jokes. The second is
unwelcome physical or verbal behavior
of a sexual nature. This behavior may
be implied
expect to get a
or
raise or pro-
an
out
Since 1986, employers are
right condi
around here.
held responsible for a
employ
Honey, you
better lighten
up and start
harrassment-free
environment as well as for
socializing..
the prevention of sexual
mot ion
tion of yoim
men t ,
wages,
or
advance
ment.
Know what I
harassment.
mean?.."
Once upon a time, a person who was
being sexually harassed at work had to
either put up with it or leave the job,
hoping that a new job would offer a
Whatto do....
...if you are being
sexualiy tiarassed?
more professional work environment.
By 1980 things began to change, you
had the option offiling a complaint,but
a final resolution of the case could take
years. Thers. in 1986, ti;.:- Supreme
Court handed down a decision that said
the employe^ was responsible for a
harassment iree environment and
1. Confront the "harasser"! Tell him
that his behavior is offensive and that if
it continues you will report it.
[Document the date you confront him.
This can be a simple note on your
calendar at home.]
further resjxwisible for the prevention
of sexual hara sment
Today most ."•■ ijor companies have a
sexual harassm nt policy.
But, wtiot t
sexual harassment???
...if tie doesn't stop?
2. Warn him verbally and in writing
that if his behavior continues you will
notify his supervisor or manager and
the personnel department. [Document
this on your calendar too.]
There are no cii ii cut guidelines for de-
termining what
"'.d what isn' t sexual
All documentation should include the
harassment is what
ever makes yi- - 1 uncomfortable.
There are two c
ies of sexual harassmenf Legally • first is defined as
details involved. Be sure to note any
witnesses present. Always keep copies
of all your records.
harassment Se.-'
an intimidating
'
stile work envi-
Page 18 • Di: iv :;;.!ons • May 1989
date, time, specific behavior, and
•..If the behavior persists?
3. Use the company complaint
procedure. If there isn't a complaint
procedure go to tlic next ranking
supervisor in the department. Remind
members of either sex. It is very
unprofessional for a supervisor,
manager, or anyone of autliority to
solicit sex for favors. Under the law
you are entitled to a comfortable,
harassment-free work environment.
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the supervisor, manager, or employer
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hat A World,
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The Attack Of The
Killer Puppy
by Nancy Ford
A column or two ago you were
introduced to my Significant Other.
You remember — .she's the one who
rearranges the living room furniture
once every 20 years(whether it needs it
or not,)and was quite upset when 1 took
the initiative 19 1/2 year prematurely.
This week she got even. S.O. brought
home a puppy. Actually a dog.
Probably a soon-to-be very large dog.
§
S.O. and I had frequently discussed the
possibility of adopting something
hypo-allergenic, considering coreproduction is pretty much out of the
question for us in this lifetime. For a
while, we even had custody of two
goldfish named Fruit and Fibre. But
one day Fibre, in a survival-of-thefittest feeding frenzy, took a very large
bite out of Fruit. Fibre himself then
Ah,ilie patter of little feet. Four of them
expired of the resulting bloat. Believe
to be exact. We are afamily like a giant
tree. 1 guess. Please don't misinterpret
me, it ruined the whole •.veckend.
my lack of enthusiasm as well, lack of
But so far little Cuji's (a derivative of
Cujo. Sorry Stephen), stay has been a
enthusiasm. It's just that I've never
been what you'd call an Animal Person.
successful one. No unpleasant
I'm more of an Electronics, Jewelry
and Fast Cars Person. This is at least
partially due to the fact that
congenitally, I'm one of tho.se weepyeyed wimps who is allergic to nearly
everything with hair and a heartbeat.
Even the Muppets make me sneeze. As
a resul t, 1 never,ever owned a fx;t,either
as a child or an adult. Admittedly there
are one or two relationships in my past
which had a very definite keeper/pet
tinge to them, but up until now, no
Puppy Chow has been involved.
Page 22 • Dimensions • May 1989
situations have occurred that haven't
been rectified with an Allerest or a
rolled up 71V/'. In fact, having a dog in
the house has given me a new found
sense of security: already she's barked
at an unidentified pizza delivery man
who came to our door in the dead of the
night. It's comforting to know that
should anyone ever try to assault us
with a large-peppcroni-with-extracheese concealed weapon,theCuji will
be there.
And it's alarming how suddenly
becoming an Animal Per.son has altered
my previous misconceptions of that
side of life, here are some of the lessons
I've learned in just 48 short hours:
♦ Though puppies should not be
expected to understand commands
spoken in clear, even, adult-like tones,
they fluently habla baby talk.
♦ When we flip through the new
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she chooses to wait until it starts raining
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A Discussion of Lesbian Literature Both New and Old
This month T. Sumner Reviews:
The Adventure of Magnificent
Kong and Brawny Mouse
by Lucina Kathman
The first book we're going to talk about
this month is The Adventure of the
Magnificent Kong and Brawny Mouse
by Lucina Kathman. Now,if you think
fore they even reach Mexico City,
Kong has already fallen head over heels
for a black model she meets on the
plane. Then there is the Mexican bus
the title is confusing,just wait until you
driver, Barbara, to whom Brawny
read the book!
Mouse tells the story of her relationship
with Kong before they have driven a
Brawny Mouse is a white woman who
travel from Chicago to Alcapulco with
her black lover.Magnificent Kong.The
trip is made in a attempt to reconcile
their differences abut monogamy. Be
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hundred miles. Once they reach Alcap
ulco, Kong and Brawny Mouse are
surprised by the presence of their
friends from Chicago, Maggie and
lows her instincts to find love and pas
Green, who won a trip to Alcapulco
sometime in the 12 hour period it takes
Brawny and Kong to reach their desti
sion. David is infuriated and his threats
convince Jenny to break off her affair
with Maggie. Then, both women are
nation - confused? Don't worry,so am
drawn into the war in ways that will
change them forever.
This is a story that will draw you in with
it's wartime urgency and keep you in
trigued with the love that grows be
tween these women.Evelyn Kennedy's
I. All this brings us to page 65!
After this,the whole troupe gets invited
to a party at a reclusive millionaire's
home,get their pictures in all the gossip
columns in the States, and find their
fondest dreams coming true.
be some unlikely coincidences,but this
is out of hand! Although the writing is
description of the bloody battles that
raged over Europe willtake your breath
away with their frightening intensity.
not bad and there are some humorous
Of I ove and Glorv is a book worth
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The setting is 1943 London.England is
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Are You
Showing
Your
Boot Sido?
Many of us have different sides to our
c. call and ask what everyone else is
personalities that we keep hidden.
Sometimes we hide this part of our
selves because we are afraid,or shy,or
wearing so you won't feel outof
place.
we may noteven know it exists.To find
3. When you go shopping ftsr clothes,
out if you are bringing out the best in
yourself, answer the following ques
a. try to stay one step ahead of
tions.
fashion.
1. When you redecorate your home ot
b. sometimes surprise yourself by
buying something "way out".
c. always stick to "your look"
apartment, you:
you:
a. decorate exactly the way you want.
b. decorate in a way that makes you
4.When it comes to entertainment,
happy, with a few concessions to
you:
"what's hot".
a. are always trying to find something
unusual - going to new places and
c. try to follow the current look as
closely as possible.
doing new things.
2. When you're invited to go out
b. have things you like to do but are
willing to try something new.
with friends, you:
c. have certain things you like to do
a. always dress outrageously, after
and rarely do anything else.
all, you pride yourself on being
different.
5. When you go to vote, you:
b. wear what makes you comfortable
a. usually vote for the underdog.
and what you feel looks good on you.
b. listen to the stand on issues and
May 1989 • Dimensions •Page 27
ote for the person who best supports
your beliefs.
c. usually vote for the most popular
candidate.
if you had:
Mostly A's
You like to let all sides of your person
6. You beheve that your "first
impression" of other people is:
a. usually right.
b. sometimes right.
c. never right.
7. When choosing a book to read,
you:
a. choose a title that will impress your
friends.
ality out and that's great, but you may
feel the need to always come across as
different which could be a cover-up for
insecurities. You may use this as a way
of disguising the "real" you. Also, by
always saying, "I'll do what I want,
when I want" you can protect yourself
from rejection. You have a built-in
excuse—when you don'tfeel accepted
you can always say it's because you
didn't conform. You've got what it
b. read what you like.
c. read whatever your friends recom
mend whether it interests you or not.
takes to explore all the facets of your
personality,just make sure you do it for
the right reasons!
8. You're going out for dinner with a
Mostly B's
woman you've met once or twice.
When she picks you up, she's in a
dress and heels and you're dressed in
You are secure in your identity, but
jeans. You:
a. go as you are regardless of what
kinds of different experiences and new
she thinks.
you're flexible enough to allow for all
ideas. You like going "way out" on
occasion, but you also don't mind ton
b. tell her you can change in a second
ing it down to make others feel com
if it will make her more comfortable.
fortable. You allow yourself to experi
c. lie and say you were running late
and just about to change.
ence all parts of your identity, but you
know your best side. Congratulations!
SCORING
Mostly C's
Check your answers off on the chart
below:
a
b
c
1.
2.
3.
While there is nothing wrong with
knowing what you want(and who you
are) and sticking with it, the idea is to
grow in your identity. You may hold
yourself back because you are afraid of
failure or embarrassment. Next time
4.
5.
6.
you think,"If only 1 could," ask your
7.
8.
Totals
Page 28• Dimensions • May 1989
self what's the worst thing that could
happen.Compare that with the benefits
and try it! You may find great things
about yourself that you never knew!
oetry
You chose him
then wanted me a-plenty.
I declined.
But we had...
me... the grand diplomat.
Happiness.
You've swallowed him
whole. Respect, if any,
he and I
argued away
on choices in me life's vat.
Happiness.
You've married him.
Slowly, you'd forsaken me.
I sang
at your wedding.
Everbody loved that.
Happiness.
You've married him.
It's been years. How many?
Four? Five?
Are you happy?
I wish for you,that.
Happiness.
-S. Hoffman
McKlnney, TX
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May 1989 • Dimensions • Page 29
^roroscope
What's in the Stars for You this month?
TAU RUS
(April 20th - May 20th)
You just can t seem to keep your mind
on your work during the first week of
have a tendency to flitfrom one thing to
^ero in on what needs to be done and do
another and not get anything done -
logic and not emotions guide
actions
May — try to focus on the job at hand
and you'll have plenty of time to play
CANCER
later.From the 9th thru the 16th you'll
need to get your finances in order. This
may be difficult but it will be to your
advantage to do it now, before it gets
(June 22nd - July 22nd)
wishing that things in your
would speed up during the first
out of hand. From the 17th thru the
week of May. Nothing moves fast
23rd you may be feeling restless and
not quite sure what you want from a
relationship. Take your time and you'll
make the right decision. From the 24th
enough for you, but you 11 just have to
I'® patient - you 11 only mess things up
if you push too hard.From the 9th thru
there may be a new romantic
thru the 31st watch out for someone
'he picture - keep your eyes
who may be using their friendship with
youtogetwhatthey want.You will take
center stage in a group or organization
'y®"'"'Sht get bume . rom t e
thru the 23rd rely on your own
judgement in a confidenti
that you belong to.
''^hose
around you may be unreliable
and maybe even untrustworthy. From
(5EMINI
(May 21st - June 21st)
If you have been operating under the
31st your social life
begins a new cycle. New friends and
friends come together for some
great times - don't miss out!
illusion that everyone else is playing by
the rules, you are in for a rude awakening during the first week of May.From
the 9th thru the 16th think twice about
what you are saying — a slip of the
tongue could land in you in hot water.
LEO
^
(Ju'V 23rd - August 22nd)
P'aying detective is right up your
alley then you 11 love the first week of
An unwise financial decision could
May.Whatgoes on behind the scenes is
comebacktohauntyou.From the 17th
thru the 23rd the urge to travel could
much more intriguing than outward
appearances. From the 9th thru the
be overwhelming. A short weekend trip
social activities may have to be
with a loved onecould quell that urgeas
well as bringing you closer together.
From the 24th thru the 31st you may
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^ S'^'P
finances. Work out a strategy and
^'^y
From the 17th thru the
Property of the Center
23rd you are able to combine work
with pleasure effectively. A friend you
have been needed for quite some time.
Don't push it or you may lose friends.
make now could have an important
bearing on your future. From the 24th
SCORPIO
thru the 31st a relationship that has
been on the back burner may suddenly
heat up again. Go with it.
(Oct 24th -Nov 22nd)
Someone you have grown fond of may
be mutually interested during the first
week of May. Set aside some time to
VIRGO
spend with this person. From the 9th
thru the 16th you may be happier as
(August 23rd - Sept 22nd)
Beware of a passing romantic fancy
during the first week of May.It could
play havoc with your current relation
ship. From the 9th thru the 16th you
should look your best and be on your
best behavior at work.Eyes are focused
on you. Don't overlook details. From
part of a group rather than paired off
with one person. From the 17th thru
the 23rd rely on logic and notemotions
in your dealings with others - feelings
are sensitive right now and your temper
could cause problems. From the 24th
thru the 31st you have a chance to clear
the 17th thru the 23rd a social gather
ing in your home could bejust what you
the air at home. Voice your opinions
need to take the pressure offfor awhile.
what's on their mind.
and give everyone a chance to say
Work has got you bogged down and
you need a rest! From the 24th thru the
31st you may have to put an emotional
issue on hold for the momentand direct
your energies on your career.This is the
time to get ahead - go for it!
SAGinARIUS
(Nov 23 - Dec 21)
You may be working longer hours
during the first week of May,but time
lost playing will give you a fatter pay
check to play on next week! From the
LIBRA
9th thru the 16th a love interest could
(Sept 23rd - Oct 23rd)
Don't relay on anyone to carry the ball
for you during the first week of May.
crop up at work - be careful! Your
social life is enjoyable now. From the
17th thru the 23rd you could lose
more than a friendship if you betray a
You'll have to rely only on yourself to
get things done right now.From the 9th
thru the 16th you may run into some
unexpected delays at home because of
a money shortage. Scoutaround, you'll
find the money to finish your project.
From the 17th thru the 23rd try to keep
your cool when others are losing theirs.
If you keep to yourself and don't put
your "two cents worth" in a family
fight, everything will work out fine.
From the 24th thru the 31st changes
may be coming to your lifestyle that
confidence. Don't borrow or lend
money. From the 24th thru the 31st
you might have to turn down an invita
tion to travel in order to meet work
deadlines. Tackle the Job first and
you'll have plenty oftime to relax later.
CAPRICORN
(Dec 22nd - Jan 19th)
Your charisma will make you the life of
the party during the first week of May
May 1989 • Dimensions • Page 31
even while an upset at home can knock
you for a loop. From the 9th thru the
16th a message from far away could
cause a change of plans. A close rela
tionship could be especially nervewracking right now - sit tight, things
will improve. From the 17th thru the
23rd you are in the spotlight over re
cent business and personal accomplish
ments, but you didn't get there all by
through.From the 9th thru the 16th try
to keep your options open in a romantic
matter - things may be a little too hot for
you right now.From the 17th thru the
23rd you may be feeling down because
things at work aren't progressing as fast
as you would like. Get away and relax,
things will move faster when you get
back. From the 24th thru the 31st
yourself so be sure to thank those
who've helped.From the 24th thru the
tackle big jobs before they get out of
hand and you'll have more time to
spend on a neglected relationship. Join
31st someone maybe envious of your
friends for a holiday get together.
present success. Just go about your
business and ignore their grumblings.
Social activities are great fun right
ARIES
social life as well as the great atmos
(Mar 21st - April 19tti)
You have some big dreams that you
want to make reality during the first
week of May.Go slowly and don't get
in over your head. From the 9th thru
the 16th you could change your mind
about a career decision you made ear
lier in the year. Avoid making any big
promises - you may not be able to keep
phere at home now.From the 9th thru
them.From the 17th thru the 23rd you
the 16th you may want to put a creative
project on hold for awhile, your atten
may be so wrapped up in yourself that
you fail to see the whole picture. Stay
alert to others feelings. From the 24th
thru the 31st you might still be in doubt
about a close relationship. Follow your
logic and not your emotions.
now!
AQUARIUS
(Jan 20th - Feb. 18th)
Try to get routine jobs out of the way
quickly during the first week of May.
This will give you time to enjoy your
tion is elsewhere and you can always
come back to it later. From the 17th
thru the 23rd intense concentration
will be required to pull off a big career
move.Don't let a new romance slip thru
your fingers! From the 24th thru the
31st it's time to getaway for awhile and
rest up - you'll be better able to handle
everything going on in your life when
/Memories
you come back.
SAN ANTOMO'S NEWEST BAR!
PISCES
(Feb 19th - Mar 20th)
Expenses that you aren't prepared for
can start adding up during the first
week of May.Let the practical side of
your nature take over and pull you
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TEXAS RIGHTS LOBBY IN TROUBLE
Our Texas LGRL (Lesbian Gay Rights Lobby)is in serious financial trouble, and
without immediate action faces closure in June. There are not enough funds to pay
expenses or our lobbyist, Glen Maxey's, salary.
Now 1 realize everyone wants your money these days. 1 have a desk stacked with
letters from people trying to talk me out of my money, they range from The National
Museum of Women in the Arts to the Cub Scouts.
So why should we make a check out to LGRL,today? Without a paid lobbiest in
Austin, we can march until hell freezes over and it will never change the laws. You
and I, as common everyday citizens who do not live in Austin, Texas[most of us
anyway], have no possible way of keeping up with what laws are up before our
Texas Legislature. That is where Glen Maxey comes into play. He keeps up on con
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we cannot expect him to work for free.
The best investment we can make in our future is the action we take today! Write a
check and mail it. 1 don't trust our law makers to look out for our best interest, and
based on their past performance I hope you don't
It seems like there are a lot of people who believe politics has nothing to do with
them. Well maybe not, but lets see. If you are employeed the labor laws affect you, if
you are self-employeed business and labor laws affect you,if you have AIDS there
are a multitude of laws affecting you and hundreds pending before the legislators of
each state and the Federal Government. If you walk down the street and are attacked
for "looking queer", that could fall under hate crimes and hopefully Hampton ain't
your judge, if you sleep with certain people and have certain kinds of sex you are
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Texas Human
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Challenge to 21.06
AUSTIN - The Texas Human Rights
consenting adults of the same gender;
2.encourages disruption oftheir family
relationships, thereby causing them
alienation and separation from thenfamilies;
3. limits their employment opportuni
ties, thus requiring them to tailor their
Foundation(THRF)announced the fil
career choices to avoid discrimination;
ing of a lawsuit in Travis County Dis
4. encourages hate crimes against gay
men and lesbians, tacitly condoning
such practices as "gay bashing" and
trict Court on April 12,1989,challeng
ing the constitutionality of Section
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criminalizes the private sexual rela
tions between consenting adults of the
same gender.
The case was filed against the State of
verbal assaults;
5. encourages discrimination against
gay men and lesbians in the judicial
system,and harassment of them by law
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Texas as defendant, by five plaintiffs:
Linda Morales of Houston,Tom Doyal
6. subjects gay men and lesbians to
of Austin, Patricia (Pat) Cramer of
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sanctioned stigma attached to the na
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tiffs are represented by Austin attorney
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In commenting on the reasons for the
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ney David Bryan, the legal director of
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"The State of Texas is one of just six
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Bill of Rights ofthe Texas Constitution
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Texas. The plaintiffs allege that they
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THRF said:
ing relations oftwo men or two women.
The rationale given to support this
criminalization is frequently that the
majority has the right to dictate its view
of morality to the populace—precisely
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until 1967 to criminalize interracial
tion that the statute:
marriages. To borrow words from Jus
1. unconstitutionally criminalizes their
private sexual relations with other
tice Blackmun of the U. S. Supreme
Court, it is precisely because the issue
May 1989 • Dimensions • Page 7
raised by this 21.06 lawsuit touches the
heart of what makes individuals what
they are, that we should be especially
sensitive to the rights of those whose
choices upset the majority."
THRF also has pending at this time its
formal complaint with the Texas State
organization committed to increasing
the visibility oflatinas and which works
toward civil rights for all.
Womynspace of Houston is a non-hierachial feminist organization founded
Commission on Judicial Conduct to
to create an alternative space for
womyn in a chemical free, women
only,supportive environment
remove Judge Jack Hampton of Dallas
For more information on TLC '89
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write: P.O. Box 980134, Houston,TX
77098-0134 or call(713)520-5667. A
TLC volunteer orientation is scheduled
Lesbians To Keynote
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HOUSTON - Two native Texas Lesbi
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TexasLesbian Conference(TLC),June
for Saturday, May 6, all interested
women should call or write. A press
conference is tenatively scheduled for
Sunday, June 4 at 4pm, in the TLC
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Hotel.
2-4,1989 at the Astro Village Hotel.
Gloria Anzaldua, chicana, tejana and
co-editor of This Bridge Called Mv
Back: Writings bv Radical Women of
Color,will keynote the Saturday morn
ing session. Her address will focus on
the borderland experience: caught be
The Fund For Human
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New Lesbian/Gay
Publications
tween two cultures, an alien in both.
Capturing the social diversity in Texas
communities, Sunday's presenter and
lesbian novelist Antoinette Azolakov
explores the contrasting views of the
feminist and the non-feminist and of
women in traditional versus non-tradi
tional occupations. Her published
works include C.ass and the Stone
Butch. Skiptrace and Contactees Die
YoungThe objectives of the conference are to
create a network oflesbians to facilitate
communication, promote grass root
NEW YORK, NY - The Fund For
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community,is pleased to announce the
availability of three new publications.
Workshops on Homophobia
Homosexualitv for College Campny^
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to many students,faculty and adminis
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The conference is being produces by
All Mujeres Interested in Getting Ac
tive (AMIGA) and Womynspace of
working to raise consciousness about
lesbian and gay issues within their insti
Houston. AMIGA is a lesbian latina
Lesbian ProiecLs: Public and Private
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Women's Film Festival - A Woman's
Experience on May 11, 12 &13!
Thursday Night's program will be held
tend, please call (405) 672-4141 for
more info! Also,call this number if you
have a workshop suggestion.
at the Dallas Museum of Art Theater
HOUSTON - The women of Houston
on Ross Avenue in downtown Dallas.
have spoken! You asked for a place to
go on Monday nights - Now you've
got it! The RANCH will be pen every
Monday with Happy Hour Prices all
night long and Dart Tournaments!
Friday and Saturday's program will be
held atSMU's Hughes-Trigg Student
Center Theater at 3410 Dyer St., at
Airline on the SMU campus. If you
need more info - call Lesbian Vision
aries at (214) 528-2426. They will
point you in the right direction!
And,don'", miss out on Memorial Day
Fun - it happen all weekend!
DALLAS - Sunday's are hot on Cedar
AUSTIN - Join the gang at NEXUS to
celebrate their 3rd Anniversary. The
Celebration goes on all weekend on
May 12, 13 & 14! And,join in the fun
starting Wednesday, May 10th, and
every Wednesday to come, for
Springs when youjoin in thefun atSUE
ELLEN'S! M.C., Kathy Jack, kicks
off the great Show at 10pm! And with
summer coming on fast - you'll enjoy
SUE ELLEN'S frozen drinks!
Danceteria Go-Go Rama with "His
AUSTIN - Lesbian Mothers are get
Boy Elroy" - It's New Wave for the
ting together in Austin! We are trying to
have monthly activities but would like
90's! Don't forget that Mug Club and
C&W Dance Lessons happen every
to have more. We need organizers for
Wednesday in PETTICOAT JUNC
events and get-togethers. If you are a
TION!
lesbian mother,co-parentor mother-tobe and would like to hold an event,call
OKLAHOMA - Herland Sister
Resources is holding its fourth annual
us! We will help you plan and get the
word out. Our goal is to have a place
Spring Retreat at Boiling Springs
where mothers can get support from
State Park near Woodward in north
other mothers and to have activities
where our children are included. For
western Oklahoma on May 19,20&21.
There will be fishing, hiking, spelunk
more information call Karen at (512)
ing, Softball, volleyball, football and
339-8508 or Maria at(512)834-0933.
just laying around. Judy Fjell, humor
ist and singer/guitarist from Oakland,
held Sat., May 20th, 7-lOpm at the
A Lesbian Mothers Game Night will be
California will entertain Saturday
Women's Peace House, 1305 E. 1st
night. Scholarships and work ex
changes are available but, they are in
St.. A supervised childrens play room
will be e provided, please bring drinks,
snacks or games - no alcohol please!
limited supply. If you would like to at
May 1989 • Dimensions • Page 11
DALLAS - Kick off the Memorial
SAN ANTONIO - Beginning on the
14th of May, you can enjoy sun,fun &
Day Weekend right with Free Hot
Dogs on the patio at JUGS on Thurs
day, May 25th!
games,beginning at noon on the patio,
every Sunday at the CIRCLE. Also,
HOUSTON - Alexandra E.invites the
on May 7th at 8pm - and ... no cover!
don't miss the music of Beth Williams
women ofTexas tojoin in the Celebra
tion of Springtime at the Hottest All
New Club for Women and Friends. In
May KEYSTROKE will be opening
Fri^y the 5th and Friday the 19th at
FT. WORTH - If you play Softball join the PARTNERS team! Get in
touch with someone from the bar for
more info. Don't miss the PARTNERS
2401 San Jacinto, 9pm.
All Girl Benefit Show on May 21st!
We want to thank Houston for its sup
The proceeds will go to help make this
year's GAY PRIDE WEEK Fort
port and would like to announce that
STOP SEARCHING/KEYSTROKE
is sponsoring the Texas Lesbian Con
Worth's best ever!
ference that will take place in Houston
SAN ANTONIO - There's a new bar in
June 2-4.
town! MEMORIES is a place for
For more information call the KEY
women to meetand dance! Thejukebox
STROKE HOTLINE(713)785-9258.
is primed and ready, so bring your
quarters and check it out!
ARLINGTON - BRITCHES &
BLOOMERS are open and ready for
you! There's a great new atmosphere
and lots more room at BLOOMERS,
plus a game room, great dance floor
and the restaurant will be opening
again soon - don't miss it!
DALLAS - While in the Oak Lawn
area, don't miss TRUE COLORS
GALLERY - it's a great new, women
owned,art gallery. It's a little out of the
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Dear Agnes,
I am very attracted to an entertainer in
a gay bar here in Dallas.
The problem is, how do I get this
woman's attention? She will smile at
me when I am giving her $1 bills, but
she does that with everyone - it's partof
her job.
I've been watching her for a while,and
I have noticed she doesn't socialize
apart from the crowd with a single red
rose or something of that nature.
Remember that underneath the makeup
and glitzy clothes, entertainers are just
like other women. They aren't
goddesses, although a few I've seen
certainly look like goddesses.
Be yourself and ask her out - the worst
that can happen is that she will say no.
At least, then you will have asked and
much with the bar patrons on a personal
will know if she's the least bit
level. She will serve drinks and be
interested. You can always
friendly, but that's it. She seems very
another course from there - either ask
reserved.
her again or forget about her.
chart
I have been afraid to approach her
because I don't want her to think I am
like most other women that probably
approach her - out for one thing.
I am really interested in getting to know
her.I have considered sending flowers,
taking out a personal ad, asking her to
Dear Agnes,
My lover is a militantlesbian separatist.
We have been together for 8 months.
lunch, etc... Lunch presents a problem
She hates men - her father is dead and
there are no men in her life at all. She
even worksfor an all-woman company.
because
So, here's the problem ... my brother,
I'm sure they have been warned about
being personally involved with
who is also gay comes to town every
few months and she won'teven let him
patrons.
Desperate In Dallas
in the house. She says this is her space
and she doesn't want it "spoiled" by a
man. I say it's my space too and I can
HELP!
Dear Desperate,
have whoever I want in my home.
I've even tried to talk her into going
somewhere for awhile so my brother
The only thing you can do is ask. Of
can come over, but she won't budge.
course, it won't hurt to set yourself
I can understand why she feels this way
Page 14 • Dimensions • May 1989
about men (kind of)- but I think this is
a little too extreme. Any suggestions?
Locked Out
way she feels or alter her behavior, but
you can change your residence.
Houston,TX
Confldential to
Dear Locked,
GWFstands for gay white female,GBF
stands for gay black female. I have no
earthly idea what DWF stands for.
Hopefully one of our readers will fill us
H.C. in Austin,
Everyone is entitled to their opinion
and lifestyle; provided it doesn't hurt
anyone else. Probably this situation
doesn't do much for your relationship
with your brother.You can'tchange the
both in.
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With Your Problems or Comments at:
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SEXUAL
HARASSMENT
What You con Do obout It.
by Cameron Taylor
Of the three cases below, pick the the
one (or ones) you think constitutes
sexual harassment.
Case 1: John Freshman presses
against you ever chance he gets; any
excuse will do, asking a question, re
viewing a report... When he comes in
the office he presses up as close physi
cally as possible and then seems to
never notice that it makes you uncom
fortable. This guy is always in your
intimate space!
Cose 2: Fred Slez is the company
trash mouth. There has never been a
sexist or dirty joke that has not passed
his ear or lips for that matter. It is
Monday morning and he is loaded with
a new list and here he comes,"Do you
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know how many lesbians it takes to
change a light bulb?..."
Case 3:"Yes,Jamie your work here
is really appreciated, but if you ever
ronment This can be a result of teasing,
comments, the presence of suggestive
posters, or sexual jokes. The second is
unwelcome physical or verbal behavior
of a sexual nature. This behavior may
be implied
expect to get a
or
raise or pro-
an
out
Since 1986, employers are
right condi
around here.
held responsible for a
employ
Honey, you
better lighten
up and start
harrassment-free
environment as well as for
socializing..
the prevention of sexual
mot ion
tion of yoim
men t ,
wages,
or
advance
ment.
Know what I
harassment.
mean?.."
Once upon a time, a person who was
being sexually harassed at work had to
either put up with it or leave the job,
hoping that a new job would offer a
Whatto do....
...if you are being
sexualiy tiarassed?
more professional work environment.
By 1980 things began to change, you
had the option offiling a complaint,but
a final resolution of the case could take
years. Thers. in 1986, ti;.:- Supreme
Court handed down a decision that said
the employe^ was responsible for a
harassment iree environment and
1. Confront the "harasser"! Tell him
that his behavior is offensive and that if
it continues you will report it.
[Document the date you confront him.
This can be a simple note on your
calendar at home.]
further resjxwisible for the prevention
of sexual hara sment
Today most ."•■ ijor companies have a
sexual harassm nt policy.
But, wtiot t
sexual harassment???
...if tie doesn't stop?
2. Warn him verbally and in writing
that if his behavior continues you will
notify his supervisor or manager and
the personnel department. [Document
this on your calendar too.]
There are no cii ii cut guidelines for de-
termining what
"'.d what isn' t sexual
All documentation should include the
harassment is what
ever makes yi- - 1 uncomfortable.
There are two c
ies of sexual harassmenf Legally • first is defined as
details involved. Be sure to note any
witnesses present. Always keep copies
of all your records.
harassment Se.-'
an intimidating
'
stile work envi-
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date, time, specific behavior, and
•..If the behavior persists?
3. Use the company complaint
procedure. If there isn't a complaint
procedure go to tlic next ranking
supervisor in the department. Remind
members of either sex. It is very
unprofessional for a supervisor,
manager, or anyone of autliority to
solicit sex for favors. Under the law
you are entitled to a comfortable,
harassment-free work environment.
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the supervisor, manager, or employer
that it is the company's responsibility to
correct the situation.
4. Further contacLs include your
States' Labor Department and the
EEOC
[Equal
Employment
Opportunity Commission] 1-800USA-EEOC. They will dircet you to a
regional office and tell you what needs
to be done.
It is essential to follow ihcsc guidelines
and to document your actions. You
should always confront the person
verbally first. That gives them the
benefit of a doubt; and there is always a
possibility that they rctilly do not
realize their behavior is offensive.
Further, a sexual harassment eharge
can ruin a career and won't leave e ither
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hat A World,
hat A World!
The Attack Of The
Killer Puppy
by Nancy Ford
A column or two ago you were
introduced to my Significant Other.
You remember — .she's the one who
rearranges the living room furniture
once every 20 years(whether it needs it
or not,)and was quite upset when 1 took
the initiative 19 1/2 year prematurely.
This week she got even. S.O. brought
home a puppy. Actually a dog.
Probably a soon-to-be very large dog.
§
S.O. and I had frequently discussed the
possibility of adopting something
hypo-allergenic, considering coreproduction is pretty much out of the
question for us in this lifetime. For a
while, we even had custody of two
goldfish named Fruit and Fibre. But
one day Fibre, in a survival-of-thefittest feeding frenzy, took a very large
bite out of Fruit. Fibre himself then
Ah,ilie patter of little feet. Four of them
expired of the resulting bloat. Believe
to be exact. We are afamily like a giant
tree. 1 guess. Please don't misinterpret
me, it ruined the whole •.veckend.
my lack of enthusiasm as well, lack of
But so far little Cuji's (a derivative of
Cujo. Sorry Stephen), stay has been a
enthusiasm. It's just that I've never
been what you'd call an Animal Person.
successful one. No unpleasant
I'm more of an Electronics, Jewelry
and Fast Cars Person. This is at least
partially due to the fact that
congenitally, I'm one of tho.se weepyeyed wimps who is allergic to nearly
everything with hair and a heartbeat.
Even the Muppets make me sneeze. As
a resul t, 1 never,ever owned a fx;t,either
as a child or an adult. Admittedly there
are one or two relationships in my past
which had a very definite keeper/pet
tinge to them, but up until now, no
Puppy Chow has been involved.
Page 22 • Dimensions • May 1989
situations have occurred that haven't
been rectified with an Allerest or a
rolled up 71V/'. In fact, having a dog in
the house has given me a new found
sense of security: already she's barked
at an unidentified pizza delivery man
who came to our door in the dead of the
night. It's comforting to know that
should anyone ever try to assault us
with a large-peppcroni-with-extracheese concealed weapon,theCuji will
be there.
And it's alarming how suddenly
becoming an Animal Per.son has altered
my previous misconceptions of that
side of life, here are some of the lessons
I've learned in just 48 short hours:
♦ Though puppies should not be
expected to understand commands
spoken in clear, even, adult-like tones,
they fluently habla baby talk.
♦ When we flip through the new
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electronic flea collars hold much the
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same appeal as once did the remote
video phone.
New Mexico & Louisiana.
♦
If I wouldn't be caught dead
wearing the exact same article of
clothing day after day — say, for
example,a red,sleeveless pullover that
only covers four of my breasts — why
should I expect my dog to feel any
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different
♦ When the dog has just been Vidal
Sassooned and blown-dry to
perfection, she's Our Daughter. When
she chooses to wait until it starts raining
to visit the fire hydrant, she's of
unknown heritage.
♦ Just as there are day people and
night people, there are also day dogs
and night dogs. Hopefully ours will
never get a driver's license or learn
about 976 numbers.
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the
offee
A Discussion of Lesbian Literature Both New and Old
This month T. Sumner Reviews:
The Adventure of Magnificent
Kong and Brawny Mouse
by Lucina Kathman
The first book we're going to talk about
this month is The Adventure of the
Magnificent Kong and Brawny Mouse
by Lucina Kathman. Now,if you think
fore they even reach Mexico City,
Kong has already fallen head over heels
for a black model she meets on the
plane. Then there is the Mexican bus
the title is confusing,just wait until you
driver, Barbara, to whom Brawny
read the book!
Mouse tells the story of her relationship
with Kong before they have driven a
Brawny Mouse is a white woman who
travel from Chicago to Alcapulco with
her black lover.Magnificent Kong.The
trip is made in a attempt to reconcile
their differences abut monogamy. Be
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hundred miles. Once they reach Alcap
ulco, Kong and Brawny Mouse are
surprised by the presence of their
friends from Chicago, Maggie and
lows her instincts to find love and pas
Green, who won a trip to Alcapulco
sometime in the 12 hour period it takes
Brawny and Kong to reach their desti
sion. David is infuriated and his threats
convince Jenny to break off her affair
with Maggie. Then, both women are
nation - confused? Don't worry,so am
drawn into the war in ways that will
change them forever.
This is a story that will draw you in with
it's wartime urgency and keep you in
trigued with the love that grows be
tween these women.Evelyn Kennedy's
I. All this brings us to page 65!
After this,the whole troupe gets invited
to a party at a reclusive millionaire's
home,get their pictures in all the gossip
columns in the States, and find their
fondest dreams coming true.
be some unlikely coincidences,but this
is out of hand! Although the writing is
description of the bloody battles that
raged over Europe willtake your breath
away with their frightening intensity.
not bad and there are some humorous
Of I ove and Glorv is a book worth
moments,I found the plot to be totally
reading for any fan of good fiction. It is
available at your favorite bookstore or
OK - this is fiction and there is bound to
non-existent
The story wanders
around until it finally gets lost I never
for $8.95 from Naiad Press, Inc.,P.O.
Box 10543, Tallahassee. PL 32302.
did get to like any of the characters
because there were so many that I
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If you would like to order The Adven
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Liberty Press,P.O. Box 50421,Austin,
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Our next book is much more intriguing.
OfLoveandGlorv by Evelyn Kennedy
is a story of passion in the midst of war.
The setting is 1943 London.England is
under siege from the
Germans when Jenny
and Maggie meet in an
air-raid shelter. Jenny
is a nurse in England
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Are You
Showing
Your
Boot Sido?
Many of us have different sides to our
c. call and ask what everyone else is
personalities that we keep hidden.
Sometimes we hide this part of our
selves because we are afraid,or shy,or
wearing so you won't feel outof
place.
we may noteven know it exists.To find
3. When you go shopping ftsr clothes,
out if you are bringing out the best in
yourself, answer the following ques
a. try to stay one step ahead of
tions.
fashion.
1. When you redecorate your home ot
b. sometimes surprise yourself by
buying something "way out".
c. always stick to "your look"
apartment, you:
you:
a. decorate exactly the way you want.
b. decorate in a way that makes you
4.When it comes to entertainment,
happy, with a few concessions to
you:
"what's hot".
a. are always trying to find something
unusual - going to new places and
c. try to follow the current look as
closely as possible.
doing new things.
2. When you're invited to go out
b. have things you like to do but are
willing to try something new.
with friends, you:
c. have certain things you like to do
a. always dress outrageously, after
and rarely do anything else.
all, you pride yourself on being
different.
5. When you go to vote, you:
b. wear what makes you comfortable
a. usually vote for the underdog.
and what you feel looks good on you.
b. listen to the stand on issues and
May 1989 • Dimensions •Page 27
ote for the person who best supports
your beliefs.
c. usually vote for the most popular
candidate.
if you had:
Mostly A's
You like to let all sides of your person
6. You beheve that your "first
impression" of other people is:
a. usually right.
b. sometimes right.
c. never right.
7. When choosing a book to read,
you:
a. choose a title that will impress your
friends.
ality out and that's great, but you may
feel the need to always come across as
different which could be a cover-up for
insecurities. You may use this as a way
of disguising the "real" you. Also, by
always saying, "I'll do what I want,
when I want" you can protect yourself
from rejection. You have a built-in
excuse—when you don'tfeel accepted
you can always say it's because you
didn't conform. You've got what it
b. read what you like.
c. read whatever your friends recom
mend whether it interests you or not.
takes to explore all the facets of your
personality,just make sure you do it for
the right reasons!
8. You're going out for dinner with a
Mostly B's
woman you've met once or twice.
When she picks you up, she's in a
dress and heels and you're dressed in
You are secure in your identity, but
jeans. You:
a. go as you are regardless of what
kinds of different experiences and new
she thinks.
you're flexible enough to allow for all
ideas. You like going "way out" on
occasion, but you also don't mind ton
b. tell her you can change in a second
ing it down to make others feel com
if it will make her more comfortable.
fortable. You allow yourself to experi
c. lie and say you were running late
and just about to change.
ence all parts of your identity, but you
know your best side. Congratulations!
SCORING
Mostly C's
Check your answers off on the chart
below:
a
b
c
1.
2.
3.
While there is nothing wrong with
knowing what you want(and who you
are) and sticking with it, the idea is to
grow in your identity. You may hold
yourself back because you are afraid of
failure or embarrassment. Next time
4.
5.
6.
you think,"If only 1 could," ask your
7.
8.
Totals
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self what's the worst thing that could
happen.Compare that with the benefits
and try it! You may find great things
about yourself that you never knew!
oetry
You chose him
then wanted me a-plenty.
I declined.
But we had...
me... the grand diplomat.
Happiness.
You've swallowed him
whole. Respect, if any,
he and I
argued away
on choices in me life's vat.
Happiness.
You've married him.
Slowly, you'd forsaken me.
I sang
at your wedding.
Everbody loved that.
Happiness.
You've married him.
It's been years. How many?
Four? Five?
Are you happy?
I wish for you,that.
Happiness.
-S. Hoffman
McKlnney, TX
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^roroscope
What's in the Stars for You this month?
TAU RUS
(April 20th - May 20th)
You just can t seem to keep your mind
on your work during the first week of
have a tendency to flitfrom one thing to
^ero in on what needs to be done and do
another and not get anything done -
logic and not emotions guide
actions
May — try to focus on the job at hand
and you'll have plenty of time to play
CANCER
later.From the 9th thru the 16th you'll
need to get your finances in order. This
may be difficult but it will be to your
advantage to do it now, before it gets
(June 22nd - July 22nd)
wishing that things in your
would speed up during the first
out of hand. From the 17th thru the
week of May. Nothing moves fast
23rd you may be feeling restless and
not quite sure what you want from a
relationship. Take your time and you'll
make the right decision. From the 24th
enough for you, but you 11 just have to
I'® patient - you 11 only mess things up
if you push too hard.From the 9th thru
there may be a new romantic
thru the 31st watch out for someone
'he picture - keep your eyes
who may be using their friendship with
youtogetwhatthey want.You will take
center stage in a group or organization
'y®"'"'Sht get bume . rom t e
thru the 23rd rely on your own
judgement in a confidenti
that you belong to.
''^hose
around you may be unreliable
and maybe even untrustworthy. From
(5EMINI
(May 21st - June 21st)
If you have been operating under the
31st your social life
begins a new cycle. New friends and
friends come together for some
great times - don't miss out!
illusion that everyone else is playing by
the rules, you are in for a rude awakening during the first week of May.From
the 9th thru the 16th think twice about
what you are saying — a slip of the
tongue could land in you in hot water.
LEO
^
(Ju'V 23rd - August 22nd)
P'aying detective is right up your
alley then you 11 love the first week of
An unwise financial decision could
May.Whatgoes on behind the scenes is
comebacktohauntyou.From the 17th
thru the 23rd the urge to travel could
much more intriguing than outward
appearances. From the 9th thru the
be overwhelming. A short weekend trip
social activities may have to be
with a loved onecould quell that urgeas
well as bringing you closer together.
From the 24th thru the 31st you may
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^ S'^'P
finances. Work out a strategy and
^'^y
From the 17th thru the
Property of the Center
23rd you are able to combine work
with pleasure effectively. A friend you
have been needed for quite some time.
Don't push it or you may lose friends.
make now could have an important
bearing on your future. From the 24th
SCORPIO
thru the 31st a relationship that has
been on the back burner may suddenly
heat up again. Go with it.
(Oct 24th -Nov 22nd)
Someone you have grown fond of may
be mutually interested during the first
week of May. Set aside some time to
VIRGO
spend with this person. From the 9th
thru the 16th you may be happier as
(August 23rd - Sept 22nd)
Beware of a passing romantic fancy
during the first week of May.It could
play havoc with your current relation
ship. From the 9th thru the 16th you
should look your best and be on your
best behavior at work.Eyes are focused
on you. Don't overlook details. From
part of a group rather than paired off
with one person. From the 17th thru
the 23rd rely on logic and notemotions
in your dealings with others - feelings
are sensitive right now and your temper
could cause problems. From the 24th
thru the 31st you have a chance to clear
the 17th thru the 23rd a social gather
ing in your home could bejust what you
the air at home. Voice your opinions
need to take the pressure offfor awhile.
what's on their mind.
and give everyone a chance to say
Work has got you bogged down and
you need a rest! From the 24th thru the
31st you may have to put an emotional
issue on hold for the momentand direct
your energies on your career.This is the
time to get ahead - go for it!
SAGinARIUS
(Nov 23 - Dec 21)
You may be working longer hours
during the first week of May,but time
lost playing will give you a fatter pay
check to play on next week! From the
LIBRA
9th thru the 16th a love interest could
(Sept 23rd - Oct 23rd)
Don't relay on anyone to carry the ball
for you during the first week of May.
crop up at work - be careful! Your
social life is enjoyable now. From the
17th thru the 23rd you could lose
more than a friendship if you betray a
You'll have to rely only on yourself to
get things done right now.From the 9th
thru the 16th you may run into some
unexpected delays at home because of
a money shortage. Scoutaround, you'll
find the money to finish your project.
From the 17th thru the 23rd try to keep
your cool when others are losing theirs.
If you keep to yourself and don't put
your "two cents worth" in a family
fight, everything will work out fine.
From the 24th thru the 31st changes
may be coming to your lifestyle that
confidence. Don't borrow or lend
money. From the 24th thru the 31st
you might have to turn down an invita
tion to travel in order to meet work
deadlines. Tackle the Job first and
you'll have plenty oftime to relax later.
CAPRICORN
(Dec 22nd - Jan 19th)
Your charisma will make you the life of
the party during the first week of May
May 1989 • Dimensions • Page 31
even while an upset at home can knock
you for a loop. From the 9th thru the
16th a message from far away could
cause a change of plans. A close rela
tionship could be especially nervewracking right now - sit tight, things
will improve. From the 17th thru the
23rd you are in the spotlight over re
cent business and personal accomplish
ments, but you didn't get there all by
through.From the 9th thru the 16th try
to keep your options open in a romantic
matter - things may be a little too hot for
you right now.From the 17th thru the
23rd you may be feeling down because
things at work aren't progressing as fast
as you would like. Get away and relax,
things will move faster when you get
back. From the 24th thru the 31st
yourself so be sure to thank those
who've helped.From the 24th thru the
tackle big jobs before they get out of
hand and you'll have more time to
spend on a neglected relationship. Join
31st someone maybe envious of your
friends for a holiday get together.
present success. Just go about your
business and ignore their grumblings.
Social activities are great fun right
ARIES
social life as well as the great atmos
(Mar 21st - April 19tti)
You have some big dreams that you
want to make reality during the first
week of May.Go slowly and don't get
in over your head. From the 9th thru
the 16th you could change your mind
about a career decision you made ear
lier in the year. Avoid making any big
promises - you may not be able to keep
phere at home now.From the 9th thru
them.From the 17th thru the 23rd you
the 16th you may want to put a creative
project on hold for awhile, your atten
may be so wrapped up in yourself that
you fail to see the whole picture. Stay
alert to others feelings. From the 24th
thru the 31st you might still be in doubt
about a close relationship. Follow your
logic and not your emotions.
now!
AQUARIUS
(Jan 20th - Feb. 18th)
Try to get routine jobs out of the way
quickly during the first week of May.
This will give you time to enjoy your
tion is elsewhere and you can always
come back to it later. From the 17th
thru the 23rd intense concentration
will be required to pull off a big career
move.Don't let a new romance slip thru
your fingers! From the 24th thru the
31st it's time to getaway for awhile and
rest up - you'll be better able to handle
everything going on in your life when
/Memories
you come back.
SAN ANTOMO'S NEWEST BAR!
PISCES
(Feb 19th - Mar 20th)
Expenses that you aren't prepared for
can start adding up during the first
week of May.Let the practical side of
your nature take over and pull you
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A Listing of Service Organizations, Businesses & Clubs
ARLINGTON,TX (area code 817)
AIDS Resource Center
3920 Cedar Springs 75219
clubs
Dallas Gay Alliance
Britches & Bloomers
P.O. Box 190712 75219 *528^233
809 N. Collins • 860-8717
Dallas GayAesbian Historic Archives
3930 Cedar Springs • 821-1653
Dallas Gay Youth Group
organizations
Gay/Lesbian Association of UTA
AUSTIN,TX (area code 512)
300 Turtle Creek Plaza #116 * 307-7203
Dallas Outdoors
P.O. Box 35474 75235• 276-5270
Dallas Tavern Guild
3900 Lemmon Ave. #220• 526-5292
clubs
528-4233
P.O. Box 19348-77. UTA St. 76019
794-5140
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401 & 401-B E. 2nd • 495-9553
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Affirmation (Methodist)
7403 Shoal Creek • 451-2329
Austin Lambda
P.O. Box 5455 78763
<5ay/Lesblan Student
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Box 275 Texas Union 78712-7338
Lesbian/Gay Rights Lobby
Foundation for Human Understanding
Gay Community Center
3920 Cedar Springs • 528-4233
(^yAesbian Young Adults
528-4233
Grace Fellowship in Christ Jesus
2727 Oak Lawn 75219 •528-2811
Lesbian Information Lirre (UL)
P.O. Box 191443 75219• 528-2426
Lesbia/Gay Political Coalition
P.O. Box 224424 75222• 828-9882
Lesbian/Gay Rights Advocates
P O. Box 2505 78768
Metropoiitan Community Church
1100 Sprlngdale Rd.• 929-3660
528-4233
Lesbian Visionaries
P.O. Box 191443 75219• 521-9642
Oasis Ministry
5555 N. Lamar Blvd. #L101 • 441-9191
Waterloo Counseling Center
P.O. Box 191033 75219 • 941-8114
Metropiex Republicans
Oak Lawn Community Senrices
Texas Human Rights Foundation
3000 Turtle Creek Raza. Suite 116
75219-5311 .520-8108
2201 N. Lamar # 203 78705•479-8473
Oak Lawn Symphonic Band
507 Powell 78703 • 322-9654
AIDS Legal Assistance 1-800-828-6417
P.O. Box 190973 75219.986-1751
Womyn Together
3920 Cedar Springs• 528-4233
DALLAS, TX (area code 214)
businesses
Business Delivery Systems
14902 Preston Rd. 75240 • 733-1108
Crossroads Market
3930 Cedar Springs
521-8919 or 1-800-992-6404
Curious Times - Women's Books etc.
FT. WORTH (area code 817)
clubs
Damsels
1101 E. Seminary Dr. • 924-5354
Partners
1612 Park Place • 924-2519
4008-D Cedar Springs 75219 • 528-4087
organizations
clubs
Affirmation (Methodist)• 478-7837
Sue Ellen's
3903 Cedar Springs • 559-0707
HOUSTON,TX (area code 713)
organizations
clubs
Keystroke
Keystroke Hotline 785-9258
Affirmation (Methodist)
P.O. Box 225831 75222• 948-1546
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P.O. Box 190426
Ranch • 9125 S. Main • 666-3454
Dallas, TX 75219-0426 •(214) 307-7203
organizations
National Gay/Lesbian Clearinghouse
666 Broadway 4th Floor
AIDS Foundation
3400 Montrose #700 • 524-AiDS
AIDS HOTLINE
c/o Switchboard • 529-3211
Gay/Lesbian Students
University of Houston
NY, NY 10012
National Gay/Lesbian Crislsllne
1-800-221-7044
National Gay/Lesbian Task Force
1517 U Street NW
P.O. Box 66591 77266 • 529-3211
Washington D.C. 20009 • 202-332-6483
The Fund for Human Dignity
666 Broadway 4th Floor
Houston Gay Political Caucus
NY, NY 10012
4800 Caihoun • 529-3211
Gay & Lesbian Switchboard
P.O. Box 66664 77266 • 521-1000
Houston Thurday Nite Mixers
Bowling League
Steve: 699-3732 or Phil: 688-6970
Kingdom Community Church
614 E. 19th.862-7533
Lambda ALANON
Lambda Center for Aichohoiics
1214 Joanne • 521-9772
Lesbian/Gay Students
University of Houston - Clear Lake
2700 Bay Area 77058
Lesbian Mothers Group • 864-3098
Montrose Pool League/Billiards
NORMAN,OK (area code 405)
organizations
Women's Resource Center
P.O. Box 5089 73070
OKLAHOMA CITY, OK
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organizations
Oasis the Community Center
2135 NW 39th 73112 • 525-AiDS
Herland Sister Resources, Inc.
2312 NW 39th 73112 • 794-7464
PJ 863-8482
PWA Coalition - Houston
3327 Essex Lane,Suite #16 77027
623-4436
SAN ANTONIO. TX
(area code 512)
Womynspace
clubs
P.O. Box 980601 77098-0601
880-9517 or 666-9558
Women's Softtxill League
6431 Pineshade • 868-6256
The Circle
8021 Pinebrook • 341-2818
Memories
6402 Ccilaghan Rood
organizations
LUBBOCK,TX (area code 806)
organizations
202 N. St. Man/s • 349-3632
Lubbock Lesbian/Gay Alliance
Integrlty/San Antonio
P.O. Box 64746 79464.796-2403
P.O. Box 150006 78212 • 684-4920
Names Project/Lubbock
River City Living Metropolitan
Community Church
796-1800 or 744-1957
Dignity/San Antonio
P.O. Box 93120.794-1757
202 Holland 78212 • 822-1121
LISA (Lesbian Information SA)
828-LiSA (5472)
NATIONAL ORGANIZATIONS
San Antonio AIDS Foundation
P.O. Box 120113 78212-9313
West Texas Aids Foundation, Inc.
Affirmation; United Methodists for
Lesbian/Gay Concerns
P.O. Box 1021 • Evanston. iL 60204
AIDS Action Council
729 Eighth St. S.E. Suite 200
Washington, DC 20003 *(202) 547-3101
San Antonio Tavern Guild • 822-2823
SOUTH PADRE iSLAND, TX
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AIDS 600 • 1-800-221-7044
accomodations
Lyie's Deck • 120 E. Atol St.
Ntl Gay Alliance for Young Adults, Inc.
P.O. Box 2326 78597 • 761-LYLE
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lesbian & gay literature
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TEXAS RIGHTS LOBBY IN TROUBLE
Our Texas LGRL (Lesbian Gay Rights Lobby)is in serious financial trouble, and
without immediate action faces closure in June. There are not enough funds to pay
expenses or our lobbyist, Glen Maxey's, salary.
Now 1 realize everyone wants your money these days. 1 have a desk stacked with
letters from people trying to talk me out of my money, they range from The National
Museum of Women in the Arts to the Cub Scouts.
So why should we make a check out to LGRL,today? Without a paid lobbiest in
Austin, we can march until hell freezes over and it will never change the laws. You
and I, as common everyday citizens who do not live in Austin, Texas[most of us
anyway], have no possible way of keeping up with what laws are up before our
Texas Legislature. That is where Glen Maxey comes into play. He keeps up on con
tinually changing bills that affect each and every one of us. He is our spokesman, but
we cannot expect him to work for free.
The best investment we can make in our future is the action we take today! Write a
check and mail it. 1 don't trust our law makers to look out for our best interest, and
based on their past performance I hope you don't
It seems like there are a lot of people who believe politics has nothing to do with
them. Well maybe not, but lets see. If you are employeed the labor laws affect you, if
you are self-employeed business and labor laws affect you,if you have AIDS there
are a multitude of laws affecting you and hundreds pending before the legislators of
each state and the Federal Government. If you walk down the street and are attacked
for "looking queer", that could fall under hate crimes and hopefully Hampton ain't
your judge, if you sleep with certain people and have certain kinds of sex you are
violating the law. Now if you still think the laws and politics don't affect you, save
your money for a new security system because you're gonna need it.
Make your check payable to;
Lesbian/Gay Rights Lobby(LGRL)
P.O. Box 2505
Austin, TX 78768.
Kelly Chambers
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'QWS
From Around the Region,the Country & the World
Texas Human
Rights Foundation
Sponsors Second
Challenge to 21.06
AUSTIN - The Texas Human Rights
consenting adults of the same gender;
2.encourages disruption oftheir family
relationships, thereby causing them
alienation and separation from thenfamilies;
3. limits their employment opportuni
ties, thus requiring them to tailor their
Foundation(THRF)announced the fil
career choices to avoid discrimination;
ing of a lawsuit in Travis County Dis
4. encourages hate crimes against gay
men and lesbians, tacitly condoning
such practices as "gay bashing" and
trict Court on April 12,1989,challeng
ing the constitutionality of Section
21.06 of the Texas Penal Code, which
criminalizes the private sexual rela
tions between consenting adults of the
same gender.
The case was filed against the State of
verbal assaults;
5. encourages discrimination against
gay men and lesbians in the judicial
system,and harassment of them by law
enforcement officials; and
Texas as defendant, by five plaintiffs:
Linda Morales of Houston,Tom Doyal
6. subjects gay men and lesbians to
of Austin, Patricia (Pat) Cramer of
Austin, Charlotte Taft of Dallas and
John Thomas of Dallas. The five plain
sanctioned stigma attached to the na
ture of their private consensual rela
emotional stress because of the state-
tions.
tiffs are represented by Austin attorney
J. Patrick Wiseman with THRF acting
In commenting on the reasons for the
as "of counsel".
ney David Bryan, the legal director of
The lawsuit seeks to have 21.06 de
clared unconstitutional and barred
from enforcementon the grounds that it
violates the plaintiffs rights under the
"The State of Texas is one of just six
states in this country that criminalizes
only the intimate and private consent
Bill of Rights ofthe Texas Constitution
and under the common law right of
privacy as recognized by the courts in
Texas. The plaintiffs allege that they
are all practicing homosexuals who
deeply fear prosecution under 21.06.
Specifically,they contend in their peti
bringing of the lawsuit, Houston attor
THRF said:
ing relations oftwo men or two women.
The rationale given to support this
criminalization is frequently that the
majority has the right to dictate its view
of morality to the populace—precisely
the same reasoning used in this country
until 1967 to criminalize interracial
tion that the statute:
marriages. To borrow words from Jus
1. unconstitutionally criminalizes their
private sexual relations with other
tice Blackmun of the U. S. Supreme
Court, it is precisely because the issue
May 1989 • Dimensions • Page 7
raised by this 21.06 lawsuit touches the
heart of what makes individuals what
they are, that we should be especially
sensitive to the rights of those whose
choices upset the majority."
THRF also has pending at this time its
formal complaint with the Texas State
organization committed to increasing
the visibility oflatinas and which works
toward civil rights for all.
Womynspace of Houston is a non-hierachial feminist organization founded
Commission on Judicial Conduct to
to create an alternative space for
womyn in a chemical free, women
only,supportive environment
remove Judge Jack Hampton of Dallas
For more information on TLC '89
from the bench.
write: P.O. Box 980134, Houston,TX
77098-0134 or call(713)520-5667. A
TLC volunteer orientation is scheduled
Lesbians To Keynote
State Conference
HOUSTON - Two native Texas Lesbi
ans will keynote the second annual
TexasLesbian Conference(TLC),June
for Saturday, May 6, all interested
women should call or write. A press
conference is tenatively scheduled for
Sunday, June 4 at 4pm, in the TLC
Hospitality Suite at the Astro Village
Hotel.
2-4,1989 at the Astro Village Hotel.
Gloria Anzaldua, chicana, tejana and
co-editor of This Bridge Called Mv
Back: Writings bv Radical Women of
Color,will keynote the Saturday morn
ing session. Her address will focus on
the borderland experience: caught be
The Fund For Human
Dignity Announces
New Lesbian/Gay
Publications
tween two cultures, an alien in both.
Capturing the social diversity in Texas
communities, Sunday's presenter and
lesbian novelist Antoinette Azolakov
explores the contrasting views of the
feminist and the non-feminist and of
women in traditional versus non-tradi
tional occupations. Her published
works include C.ass and the Stone
Butch. Skiptrace and Contactees Die
YoungThe objectives of the conference are to
create a network oflesbians to facilitate
communication, promote grass root
NEW YORK, NY - The Fund For
Human Dignity (FFHD), the educa
tional organization of the lesbian/gay
community,is pleased to announce the
availability of three new publications.
Workshops on Homophobia
Homosexualitv for College Campny^
($6) is a collection of three workshop
designs successfully used at Wesleyan,
Brown and Cornell Universities to
combat anti-gay bias on campus.These
workshop outlines have proved helpful
to many students,faculty and adminis
organizations and increase visibility.
The conference is being produces by
All Mujeres Interested in Getting Ac
tive (AMIGA) and Womynspace of
working to raise consciousness about
lesbian and gay issues within their insti
Houston. AMIGA is a lesbian latina
Lesbian ProiecLs: Public and Private
Page 8 • Dimensions • May 1989
trators across the country who are
tutions.
ducted by the Working Group on Fund
ing Gay and Lesbian Issues. Based on
long-range planning, organizational
two siuweys of over 600 organizations
sponsoring or potentially sponsoring
lesbian projects and of265 funders,the
report analyzes patterns offunding gay
fundraising. This compilation is a vital
tool for gay and lesbian organizations
in the process of expansion, as well as,
those who arejust beginning to contem
plate such change.
Each ofthese new publications is avail
and lesbian organizations as well as
recommendations for breaking down
barriers to funding lesbian projects.
This land mark study will interest les
bian and gay organizations who are
seeking funding as well as foundations
who are seeking to increase their sup
port of lesbian and gay concerns.
Technical Assistance For Lesbian and
Gav Organizations ($5) is a series of
articles compiled by The Woiking
Group on Funding Gay and Lesbian
Issues which deal with such topics as
evaluation, funding resources, and
able from The FFHD's National Les
bian and Gay Resource Center, the
nations only clearinghouse solely de
voted to lesbian and gay educational
material.To order any ofthese publica
tions or obtain a catalog of publica
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A Monthy Listing of Special Events Aii Around Texas, Oklahoma & New Mexico
DALLAS Look for the 1989
Women's Film Festival - A Woman's
Experience on May 11, 12 &13!
Thursday Night's program will be held
tend, please call (405) 672-4141 for
more info! Also,call this number if you
have a workshop suggestion.
at the Dallas Museum of Art Theater
HOUSTON - The women of Houston
on Ross Avenue in downtown Dallas.
have spoken! You asked for a place to
go on Monday nights - Now you've
got it! The RANCH will be pen every
Monday with Happy Hour Prices all
night long and Dart Tournaments!
Friday and Saturday's program will be
held atSMU's Hughes-Trigg Student
Center Theater at 3410 Dyer St., at
Airline on the SMU campus. If you
need more info - call Lesbian Vision
aries at (214) 528-2426. They will
point you in the right direction!
And,don'", miss out on Memorial Day
Fun - it happen all weekend!
DALLAS - Sunday's are hot on Cedar
AUSTIN - Join the gang at NEXUS to
celebrate their 3rd Anniversary. The
Celebration goes on all weekend on
May 12, 13 & 14! And,join in the fun
starting Wednesday, May 10th, and
every Wednesday to come, for
Springs when youjoin in thefun atSUE
ELLEN'S! M.C., Kathy Jack, kicks
off the great Show at 10pm! And with
summer coming on fast - you'll enjoy
SUE ELLEN'S frozen drinks!
Danceteria Go-Go Rama with "His
AUSTIN - Lesbian Mothers are get
Boy Elroy" - It's New Wave for the
ting together in Austin! We are trying to
have monthly activities but would like
90's! Don't forget that Mug Club and
C&W Dance Lessons happen every
to have more. We need organizers for
Wednesday in PETTICOAT JUNC
events and get-togethers. If you are a
TION!
lesbian mother,co-parentor mother-tobe and would like to hold an event,call
OKLAHOMA - Herland Sister
Resources is holding its fourth annual
us! We will help you plan and get the
word out. Our goal is to have a place
Spring Retreat at Boiling Springs
where mothers can get support from
State Park near Woodward in north
other mothers and to have activities
where our children are included. For
western Oklahoma on May 19,20&21.
There will be fishing, hiking, spelunk
more information call Karen at (512)
ing, Softball, volleyball, football and
339-8508 or Maria at(512)834-0933.
just laying around. Judy Fjell, humor
ist and singer/guitarist from Oakland,
held Sat., May 20th, 7-lOpm at the
A Lesbian Mothers Game Night will be
California will entertain Saturday
Women's Peace House, 1305 E. 1st
night. Scholarships and work ex
changes are available but, they are in
St.. A supervised childrens play room
will be e provided, please bring drinks,
snacks or games - no alcohol please!
limited supply. If you would like to at
May 1989 • Dimensions • Page 11
DALLAS - Kick off the Memorial
SAN ANTONIO - Beginning on the
14th of May, you can enjoy sun,fun &
Day Weekend right with Free Hot
Dogs on the patio at JUGS on Thurs
day, May 25th!
games,beginning at noon on the patio,
every Sunday at the CIRCLE. Also,
HOUSTON - Alexandra E.invites the
on May 7th at 8pm - and ... no cover!
don't miss the music of Beth Williams
women ofTexas tojoin in the Celebra
tion of Springtime at the Hottest All
New Club for Women and Friends. In
May KEYSTROKE will be opening
Fri^y the 5th and Friday the 19th at
FT. WORTH - If you play Softball join the PARTNERS team! Get in
touch with someone from the bar for
more info. Don't miss the PARTNERS
2401 San Jacinto, 9pm.
All Girl Benefit Show on May 21st!
We want to thank Houston for its sup
The proceeds will go to help make this
year's GAY PRIDE WEEK Fort
port and would like to announce that
STOP SEARCHING/KEYSTROKE
is sponsoring the Texas Lesbian Con
Worth's best ever!
ference that will take place in Houston
SAN ANTONIO - There's a new bar in
June 2-4.
town! MEMORIES is a place for
For more information call the KEY
women to meetand dance! Thejukebox
STROKE HOTLINE(713)785-9258.
is primed and ready, so bring your
quarters and check it out!
ARLINGTON - BRITCHES &
BLOOMERS are open and ready for
you! There's a great new atmosphere
and lots more room at BLOOMERS,
plus a game room, great dance floor
and the restaurant will be opening
again soon - don't miss it!
DALLAS - While in the Oak Lawn
area, don't miss TRUE COLORS
GALLERY - it's a great new, women
owned,art gallery. It's a little out of the
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Answers to your questions about love,
relationships & personal problems
Dear Agnes,
I am very attracted to an entertainer in
a gay bar here in Dallas.
The problem is, how do I get this
woman's attention? She will smile at
me when I am giving her $1 bills, but
she does that with everyone - it's partof
her job.
I've been watching her for a while,and
I have noticed she doesn't socialize
apart from the crowd with a single red
rose or something of that nature.
Remember that underneath the makeup
and glitzy clothes, entertainers are just
like other women. They aren't
goddesses, although a few I've seen
certainly look like goddesses.
Be yourself and ask her out - the worst
that can happen is that she will say no.
At least, then you will have asked and
much with the bar patrons on a personal
will know if she's the least bit
level. She will serve drinks and be
interested. You can always
friendly, but that's it. She seems very
another course from there - either ask
reserved.
her again or forget about her.
chart
I have been afraid to approach her
because I don't want her to think I am
like most other women that probably
approach her - out for one thing.
I am really interested in getting to know
her.I have considered sending flowers,
taking out a personal ad, asking her to
Dear Agnes,
My lover is a militantlesbian separatist.
We have been together for 8 months.
lunch, etc... Lunch presents a problem
She hates men - her father is dead and
there are no men in her life at all. She
even worksfor an all-woman company.
because
So, here's the problem ... my brother,
I'm sure they have been warned about
being personally involved with
who is also gay comes to town every
few months and she won'teven let him
patrons.
Desperate In Dallas
in the house. She says this is her space
and she doesn't want it "spoiled" by a
man. I say it's my space too and I can
HELP!
Dear Desperate,
have whoever I want in my home.
I've even tried to talk her into going
somewhere for awhile so my brother
The only thing you can do is ask. Of
can come over, but she won't budge.
course, it won't hurt to set yourself
I can understand why she feels this way
Page 14 • Dimensions • May 1989
about men (kind of)- but I think this is
a little too extreme. Any suggestions?
Locked Out
way she feels or alter her behavior, but
you can change your residence.
Houston,TX
Confldential to
Dear Locked,
GWFstands for gay white female,GBF
stands for gay black female. I have no
earthly idea what DWF stands for.
Hopefully one of our readers will fill us
H.C. in Austin,
Everyone is entitled to their opinion
and lifestyle; provided it doesn't hurt
anyone else. Probably this situation
doesn't do much for your relationship
with your brother.You can'tchange the
both in.
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Write To Dear Agnes
With Your Problems or Comments at:
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May 1989 • Dimensions • Poge 15
SEXUAL
HARASSMENT
What You con Do obout It.
by Cameron Taylor
Of the three cases below, pick the the
one (or ones) you think constitutes
sexual harassment.
Case 1: John Freshman presses
against you ever chance he gets; any
excuse will do, asking a question, re
viewing a report... When he comes in
the office he presses up as close physi
cally as possible and then seems to
never notice that it makes you uncom
fortable. This guy is always in your
intimate space!
Cose 2: Fred Slez is the company
trash mouth. There has never been a
sexist or dirty joke that has not passed
his ear or lips for that matter. It is
Monday morning and he is loaded with
a new list and here he comes,"Do you
Page 16 • Dimensions • May 1989
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know how many lesbians it takes to
change a light bulb?..."
Case 3:"Yes,Jamie your work here
is really appreciated, but if you ever
ronment This can be a result of teasing,
comments, the presence of suggestive
posters, or sexual jokes. The second is
unwelcome physical or verbal behavior
of a sexual nature. This behavior may
be implied
expect to get a
or
raise or pro-
an
out
Since 1986, employers are
right condi
around here.
held responsible for a
employ
Honey, you
better lighten
up and start
harrassment-free
environment as well as for
socializing..
the prevention of sexual
mot ion
tion of yoim
men t ,
wages,
or
advance
ment.
Know what I
harassment.
mean?.."
Once upon a time, a person who was
being sexually harassed at work had to
either put up with it or leave the job,
hoping that a new job would offer a
Whatto do....
...if you are being
sexualiy tiarassed?
more professional work environment.
By 1980 things began to change, you
had the option offiling a complaint,but
a final resolution of the case could take
years. Thers. in 1986, ti;.:- Supreme
Court handed down a decision that said
the employe^ was responsible for a
harassment iree environment and
1. Confront the "harasser"! Tell him
that his behavior is offensive and that if
it continues you will report it.
[Document the date you confront him.
This can be a simple note on your
calendar at home.]
further resjxwisible for the prevention
of sexual hara sment
Today most ."•■ ijor companies have a
sexual harassm nt policy.
But, wtiot t
sexual harassment???
...if tie doesn't stop?
2. Warn him verbally and in writing
that if his behavior continues you will
notify his supervisor or manager and
the personnel department. [Document
this on your calendar too.]
There are no cii ii cut guidelines for de-
termining what
"'.d what isn' t sexual
All documentation should include the
harassment is what
ever makes yi- - 1 uncomfortable.
There are two c
ies of sexual harassmenf Legally • first is defined as
details involved. Be sure to note any
witnesses present. Always keep copies
of all your records.
harassment Se.-'
an intimidating
'
stile work envi-
Page 18 • Di: iv :;;.!ons • May 1989
date, time, specific behavior, and
•..If the behavior persists?
3. Use the company complaint
procedure. If there isn't a complaint
procedure go to tlic next ranking
supervisor in the department. Remind
members of either sex. It is very
unprofessional for a supervisor,
manager, or anyone of autliority to
solicit sex for favors. Under the law
you are entitled to a comfortable,
harassment-free work environment.
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hat A World,
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The Attack Of The
Killer Puppy
by Nancy Ford
A column or two ago you were
introduced to my Significant Other.
You remember — .she's the one who
rearranges the living room furniture
once every 20 years(whether it needs it
or not,)and was quite upset when 1 took
the initiative 19 1/2 year prematurely.
This week she got even. S.O. brought
home a puppy. Actually a dog.
Probably a soon-to-be very large dog.
§
S.O. and I had frequently discussed the
possibility of adopting something
hypo-allergenic, considering coreproduction is pretty much out of the
question for us in this lifetime. For a
while, we even had custody of two
goldfish named Fruit and Fibre. But
one day Fibre, in a survival-of-thefittest feeding frenzy, took a very large
bite out of Fruit. Fibre himself then
Ah,ilie patter of little feet. Four of them
expired of the resulting bloat. Believe
to be exact. We are afamily like a giant
tree. 1 guess. Please don't misinterpret
me, it ruined the whole •.veckend.
my lack of enthusiasm as well, lack of
But so far little Cuji's (a derivative of
Cujo. Sorry Stephen), stay has been a
enthusiasm. It's just that I've never
been what you'd call an Animal Person.
successful one. No unpleasant
I'm more of an Electronics, Jewelry
and Fast Cars Person. This is at least
partially due to the fact that
congenitally, I'm one of tho.se weepyeyed wimps who is allergic to nearly
everything with hair and a heartbeat.
Even the Muppets make me sneeze. As
a resul t, 1 never,ever owned a fx;t,either
as a child or an adult. Admittedly there
are one or two relationships in my past
which had a very definite keeper/pet
tinge to them, but up until now, no
Puppy Chow has been involved.
Page 22 • Dimensions • May 1989
situations have occurred that haven't
been rectified with an Allerest or a
rolled up 71V/'. In fact, having a dog in
the house has given me a new found
sense of security: already she's barked
at an unidentified pizza delivery man
who came to our door in the dead of the
night. It's comforting to know that
should anyone ever try to assault us
with a large-peppcroni-with-extracheese concealed weapon,theCuji will
be there.
And it's alarming how suddenly
becoming an Animal Per.son has altered
my previous misconceptions of that
side of life, here are some of the lessons
I've learned in just 48 short hours:
♦ Though puppies should not be
expected to understand commands
spoken in clear, even, adult-like tones,
they fluently habla baby talk.
♦ When we flip through the new
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A Discussion of Lesbian Literature Both New and Old
This month T. Sumner Reviews:
The Adventure of Magnificent
Kong and Brawny Mouse
by Lucina Kathman
The first book we're going to talk about
this month is The Adventure of the
Magnificent Kong and Brawny Mouse
by Lucina Kathman. Now,if you think
fore they even reach Mexico City,
Kong has already fallen head over heels
for a black model she meets on the
plane. Then there is the Mexican bus
the title is confusing,just wait until you
driver, Barbara, to whom Brawny
read the book!
Mouse tells the story of her relationship
with Kong before they have driven a
Brawny Mouse is a white woman who
travel from Chicago to Alcapulco with
her black lover.Magnificent Kong.The
trip is made in a attempt to reconcile
their differences abut monogamy. Be
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hundred miles. Once they reach Alcap
ulco, Kong and Brawny Mouse are
surprised by the presence of their
friends from Chicago, Maggie and
lows her instincts to find love and pas
Green, who won a trip to Alcapulco
sometime in the 12 hour period it takes
Brawny and Kong to reach their desti
sion. David is infuriated and his threats
convince Jenny to break off her affair
with Maggie. Then, both women are
nation - confused? Don't worry,so am
drawn into the war in ways that will
change them forever.
This is a story that will draw you in with
it's wartime urgency and keep you in
trigued with the love that grows be
tween these women.Evelyn Kennedy's
I. All this brings us to page 65!
After this,the whole troupe gets invited
to a party at a reclusive millionaire's
home,get their pictures in all the gossip
columns in the States, and find their
fondest dreams coming true.
be some unlikely coincidences,but this
is out of hand! Although the writing is
description of the bloody battles that
raged over Europe willtake your breath
away with their frightening intensity.
not bad and there are some humorous
Of I ove and Glorv is a book worth
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The setting is 1943 London.England is
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Are You
Showing
Your
Boot Sido?
Many of us have different sides to our
c. call and ask what everyone else is
personalities that we keep hidden.
Sometimes we hide this part of our
selves because we are afraid,or shy,or
wearing so you won't feel outof
place.
we may noteven know it exists.To find
3. When you go shopping ftsr clothes,
out if you are bringing out the best in
yourself, answer the following ques
a. try to stay one step ahead of
tions.
fashion.
1. When you redecorate your home ot
b. sometimes surprise yourself by
buying something "way out".
c. always stick to "your look"
apartment, you:
you:
a. decorate exactly the way you want.
b. decorate in a way that makes you
4.When it comes to entertainment,
happy, with a few concessions to
you:
"what's hot".
a. are always trying to find something
unusual - going to new places and
c. try to follow the current look as
closely as possible.
doing new things.
2. When you're invited to go out
b. have things you like to do but are
willing to try something new.
with friends, you:
c. have certain things you like to do
a. always dress outrageously, after
and rarely do anything else.
all, you pride yourself on being
different.
5. When you go to vote, you:
b. wear what makes you comfortable
a. usually vote for the underdog.
and what you feel looks good on you.
b. listen to the stand on issues and
May 1989 • Dimensions •Page 27
ote for the person who best supports
your beliefs.
c. usually vote for the most popular
candidate.
if you had:
Mostly A's
You like to let all sides of your person
6. You beheve that your "first
impression" of other people is:
a. usually right.
b. sometimes right.
c. never right.
7. When choosing a book to read,
you:
a. choose a title that will impress your
friends.
ality out and that's great, but you may
feel the need to always come across as
different which could be a cover-up for
insecurities. You may use this as a way
of disguising the "real" you. Also, by
always saying, "I'll do what I want,
when I want" you can protect yourself
from rejection. You have a built-in
excuse—when you don'tfeel accepted
you can always say it's because you
didn't conform. You've got what it
b. read what you like.
c. read whatever your friends recom
mend whether it interests you or not.
takes to explore all the facets of your
personality,just make sure you do it for
the right reasons!
8. You're going out for dinner with a
Mostly B's
woman you've met once or twice.
When she picks you up, she's in a
dress and heels and you're dressed in
You are secure in your identity, but
jeans. You:
a. go as you are regardless of what
kinds of different experiences and new
she thinks.
you're flexible enough to allow for all
ideas. You like going "way out" on
occasion, but you also don't mind ton
b. tell her you can change in a second
ing it down to make others feel com
if it will make her more comfortable.
fortable. You allow yourself to experi
c. lie and say you were running late
and just about to change.
ence all parts of your identity, but you
know your best side. Congratulations!
SCORING
Mostly C's
Check your answers off on the chart
below:
a
b
c
1.
2.
3.
While there is nothing wrong with
knowing what you want(and who you
are) and sticking with it, the idea is to
grow in your identity. You may hold
yourself back because you are afraid of
failure or embarrassment. Next time
4.
5.
6.
you think,"If only 1 could," ask your
7.
8.
Totals
Page 28• Dimensions • May 1989
self what's the worst thing that could
happen.Compare that with the benefits
and try it! You may find great things
about yourself that you never knew!
oetry
You chose him
then wanted me a-plenty.
I declined.
But we had...
me... the grand diplomat.
Happiness.
You've swallowed him
whole. Respect, if any,
he and I
argued away
on choices in me life's vat.
Happiness.
You've married him.
Slowly, you'd forsaken me.
I sang
at your wedding.
Everbody loved that.
Happiness.
You've married him.
It's been years. How many?
Four? Five?
Are you happy?
I wish for you,that.
Happiness.
-S. Hoffman
McKlnney, TX
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May 1989 • Dimensions • Page 29
^roroscope
What's in the Stars for You this month?
TAU RUS
(April 20th - May 20th)
You just can t seem to keep your mind
on your work during the first week of
have a tendency to flitfrom one thing to
^ero in on what needs to be done and do
another and not get anything done -
logic and not emotions guide
actions
May — try to focus on the job at hand
and you'll have plenty of time to play
CANCER
later.From the 9th thru the 16th you'll
need to get your finances in order. This
may be difficult but it will be to your
advantage to do it now, before it gets
(June 22nd - July 22nd)
wishing that things in your
would speed up during the first
out of hand. From the 17th thru the
week of May. Nothing moves fast
23rd you may be feeling restless and
not quite sure what you want from a
relationship. Take your time and you'll
make the right decision. From the 24th
enough for you, but you 11 just have to
I'® patient - you 11 only mess things up
if you push too hard.From the 9th thru
there may be a new romantic
thru the 31st watch out for someone
'he picture - keep your eyes
who may be using their friendship with
youtogetwhatthey want.You will take
center stage in a group or organization
'y®"'"'Sht get bume . rom t e
thru the 23rd rely on your own
judgement in a confidenti
that you belong to.
''^hose
around you may be unreliable
and maybe even untrustworthy. From
(5EMINI
(May 21st - June 21st)
If you have been operating under the
31st your social life
begins a new cycle. New friends and
friends come together for some
great times - don't miss out!
illusion that everyone else is playing by
the rules, you are in for a rude awakening during the first week of May.From
the 9th thru the 16th think twice about
what you are saying — a slip of the
tongue could land in you in hot water.
LEO
^
(Ju'V 23rd - August 22nd)
P'aying detective is right up your
alley then you 11 love the first week of
An unwise financial decision could
May.Whatgoes on behind the scenes is
comebacktohauntyou.From the 17th
thru the 23rd the urge to travel could
much more intriguing than outward
appearances. From the 9th thru the
be overwhelming. A short weekend trip
social activities may have to be
with a loved onecould quell that urgeas
well as bringing you closer together.
From the 24th thru the 31st you may
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^ S'^'P
finances. Work out a strategy and
^'^y
From the 17th thru the
Property of the Center
23rd you are able to combine work
with pleasure effectively. A friend you
have been needed for quite some time.
Don't push it or you may lose friends.
make now could have an important
bearing on your future. From the 24th
SCORPIO
thru the 31st a relationship that has
been on the back burner may suddenly
heat up again. Go with it.
(Oct 24th -Nov 22nd)
Someone you have grown fond of may
be mutually interested during the first
week of May. Set aside some time to
VIRGO
spend with this person. From the 9th
thru the 16th you may be happier as
(August 23rd - Sept 22nd)
Beware of a passing romantic fancy
during the first week of May.It could
play havoc with your current relation
ship. From the 9th thru the 16th you
should look your best and be on your
best behavior at work.Eyes are focused
on you. Don't overlook details. From
part of a group rather than paired off
with one person. From the 17th thru
the 23rd rely on logic and notemotions
in your dealings with others - feelings
are sensitive right now and your temper
could cause problems. From the 24th
thru the 31st you have a chance to clear
the 17th thru the 23rd a social gather
ing in your home could bejust what you
the air at home. Voice your opinions
need to take the pressure offfor awhile.
what's on their mind.
and give everyone a chance to say
Work has got you bogged down and
you need a rest! From the 24th thru the
31st you may have to put an emotional
issue on hold for the momentand direct
your energies on your career.This is the
time to get ahead - go for it!
SAGinARIUS
(Nov 23 - Dec 21)
You may be working longer hours
during the first week of May,but time
lost playing will give you a fatter pay
check to play on next week! From the
LIBRA
9th thru the 16th a love interest could
(Sept 23rd - Oct 23rd)
Don't relay on anyone to carry the ball
for you during the first week of May.
crop up at work - be careful! Your
social life is enjoyable now. From the
17th thru the 23rd you could lose
more than a friendship if you betray a
You'll have to rely only on yourself to
get things done right now.From the 9th
thru the 16th you may run into some
unexpected delays at home because of
a money shortage. Scoutaround, you'll
find the money to finish your project.
From the 17th thru the 23rd try to keep
your cool when others are losing theirs.
If you keep to yourself and don't put
your "two cents worth" in a family
fight, everything will work out fine.
From the 24th thru the 31st changes
may be coming to your lifestyle that
confidence. Don't borrow or lend
money. From the 24th thru the 31st
you might have to turn down an invita
tion to travel in order to meet work
deadlines. Tackle the Job first and
you'll have plenty oftime to relax later.
CAPRICORN
(Dec 22nd - Jan 19th)
Your charisma will make you the life of
the party during the first week of May
May 1989 • Dimensions • Page 31
even while an upset at home can knock
you for a loop. From the 9th thru the
16th a message from far away could
cause a change of plans. A close rela
tionship could be especially nervewracking right now - sit tight, things
will improve. From the 17th thru the
23rd you are in the spotlight over re
cent business and personal accomplish
ments, but you didn't get there all by
through.From the 9th thru the 16th try
to keep your options open in a romantic
matter - things may be a little too hot for
you right now.From the 17th thru the
23rd you may be feeling down because
things at work aren't progressing as fast
as you would like. Get away and relax,
things will move faster when you get
back. From the 24th thru the 31st
yourself so be sure to thank those
who've helped.From the 24th thru the
tackle big jobs before they get out of
hand and you'll have more time to
spend on a neglected relationship. Join
31st someone maybe envious of your
friends for a holiday get together.
present success. Just go about your
business and ignore their grumblings.
Social activities are great fun right
ARIES
social life as well as the great atmos
(Mar 21st - April 19tti)
You have some big dreams that you
want to make reality during the first
week of May.Go slowly and don't get
in over your head. From the 9th thru
the 16th you could change your mind
about a career decision you made ear
lier in the year. Avoid making any big
promises - you may not be able to keep
phere at home now.From the 9th thru
them.From the 17th thru the 23rd you
the 16th you may want to put a creative
project on hold for awhile, your atten
may be so wrapped up in yourself that
you fail to see the whole picture. Stay
alert to others feelings. From the 24th
thru the 31st you might still be in doubt
about a close relationship. Follow your
logic and not your emotions.
now!
AQUARIUS
(Jan 20th - Feb. 18th)
Try to get routine jobs out of the way
quickly during the first week of May.
This will give you time to enjoy your
tion is elsewhere and you can always
come back to it later. From the 17th
thru the 23rd intense concentration
will be required to pull off a big career
move.Don't let a new romance slip thru
your fingers! From the 24th thru the
31st it's time to getaway for awhile and
rest up - you'll be better able to handle
everything going on in your life when
/Memories
you come back.
SAN ANTOMO'S NEWEST BAR!
PISCES
(Feb 19th - Mar 20th)
Expenses that you aren't prepared for
can start adding up during the first
week of May.Let the practical side of
your nature take over and pull you
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TEXAS RIGHTS LOBBY IN TROUBLE
Our Texas LGRL (Lesbian Gay Rights Lobby)is in serious financial trouble, and
without immediate action faces closure in June. There are not enough funds to pay
expenses or our lobbyist, Glen Maxey's, salary.
Now 1 realize everyone wants your money these days. 1 have a desk stacked with
letters from people trying to talk me out of my money, they range from The National
Museum of Women in the Arts to the Cub Scouts.
So why should we make a check out to LGRL,today? Without a paid lobbiest in
Austin, we can march until hell freezes over and it will never change the laws. You
and I, as common everyday citizens who do not live in Austin, Texas[most of us
anyway], have no possible way of keeping up with what laws are up before our
Texas Legislature. That is where Glen Maxey comes into play. He keeps up on con
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we cannot expect him to work for free.
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check and mail it. 1 don't trust our law makers to look out for our best interest, and
based on their past performance I hope you don't
It seems like there are a lot of people who believe politics has nothing to do with
them. Well maybe not, but lets see. If you are employeed the labor laws affect you, if
you are self-employeed business and labor laws affect you,if you have AIDS there
are a multitude of laws affecting you and hundreds pending before the legislators of
each state and the Federal Government. If you walk down the street and are attacked
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Texas Human
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Challenge to 21.06
AUSTIN - The Texas Human Rights
consenting adults of the same gender;
2.encourages disruption oftheir family
relationships, thereby causing them
alienation and separation from thenfamilies;
3. limits their employment opportuni
ties, thus requiring them to tailor their
Foundation(THRF)announced the fil
career choices to avoid discrimination;
ing of a lawsuit in Travis County Dis
4. encourages hate crimes against gay
men and lesbians, tacitly condoning
such practices as "gay bashing" and
trict Court on April 12,1989,challeng
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same gender.
The case was filed against the State of
verbal assaults;
5. encourages discrimination against
gay men and lesbians in the judicial
system,and harassment of them by law
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Texas as defendant, by five plaintiffs:
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of Austin, Patricia (Pat) Cramer of
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sanctioned stigma attached to the na
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tiffs are represented by Austin attorney
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In commenting on the reasons for the
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ney David Bryan, the legal director of
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"The State of Texas is one of just six
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Bill of Rights ofthe Texas Constitution
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ing relations oftwo men or two women.
The rationale given to support this
criminalization is frequently that the
majority has the right to dictate its view
of morality to the populace—precisely
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marriages. To borrow words from Jus
1. unconstitutionally criminalizes their
private sexual relations with other
tice Blackmun of the U. S. Supreme
Court, it is precisely because the issue
May 1989 • Dimensions • Page 7
raised by this 21.06 lawsuit touches the
heart of what makes individuals what
they are, that we should be especially
sensitive to the rights of those whose
choices upset the majority."
THRF also has pending at this time its
formal complaint with the Texas State
organization committed to increasing
the visibility oflatinas and which works
toward civil rights for all.
Womynspace of Houston is a non-hierachial feminist organization founded
Commission on Judicial Conduct to
to create an alternative space for
womyn in a chemical free, women
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remove Judge Jack Hampton of Dallas
For more information on TLC '89
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write: P.O. Box 980134, Houston,TX
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Lesbians To Keynote
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HOUSTON - Two native Texas Lesbi
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TexasLesbian Conference(TLC),June
for Saturday, May 6, all interested
women should call or write. A press
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Capturing the social diversity in Texas
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feminist and the non-feminist and of
women in traditional versus non-tradi
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works include C.ass and the Stone
Butch. Skiptrace and Contactees Die
YoungThe objectives of the conference are to
create a network oflesbians to facilitate
communication, promote grass root
NEW YORK, NY - The Fund For
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Homosexualitv for College Campny^
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The conference is being produces by
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Houston. AMIGA is a lesbian latina
Lesbian ProiecLs: Public and Private
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A Monthy Listing of Special Events Aii Around Texas, Oklahoma & New Mexico
DALLAS Look for the 1989
Women's Film Festival - A Woman's
Experience on May 11, 12 &13!
Thursday Night's program will be held
tend, please call (405) 672-4141 for
more info! Also,call this number if you
have a workshop suggestion.
at the Dallas Museum of Art Theater
HOUSTON - The women of Houston
on Ross Avenue in downtown Dallas.
have spoken! You asked for a place to
go on Monday nights - Now you've
got it! The RANCH will be pen every
Monday with Happy Hour Prices all
night long and Dart Tournaments!
Friday and Saturday's program will be
held atSMU's Hughes-Trigg Student
Center Theater at 3410 Dyer St., at
Airline on the SMU campus. If you
need more info - call Lesbian Vision
aries at (214) 528-2426. They will
point you in the right direction!
And,don'", miss out on Memorial Day
Fun - it happen all weekend!
DALLAS - Sunday's are hot on Cedar
AUSTIN - Join the gang at NEXUS to
celebrate their 3rd Anniversary. The
Celebration goes on all weekend on
May 12, 13 & 14! And,join in the fun
starting Wednesday, May 10th, and
every Wednesday to come, for
Springs when youjoin in thefun atSUE
ELLEN'S! M.C., Kathy Jack, kicks
off the great Show at 10pm! And with
summer coming on fast - you'll enjoy
SUE ELLEN'S frozen drinks!
Danceteria Go-Go Rama with "His
AUSTIN - Lesbian Mothers are get
Boy Elroy" - It's New Wave for the
ting together in Austin! We are trying to
have monthly activities but would like
90's! Don't forget that Mug Club and
C&W Dance Lessons happen every
to have more. We need organizers for
Wednesday in PETTICOAT JUNC
events and get-togethers. If you are a
TION!
lesbian mother,co-parentor mother-tobe and would like to hold an event,call
OKLAHOMA - Herland Sister
Resources is holding its fourth annual
us! We will help you plan and get the
word out. Our goal is to have a place
Spring Retreat at Boiling Springs
where mothers can get support from
State Park near Woodward in north
other mothers and to have activities
where our children are included. For
western Oklahoma on May 19,20&21.
There will be fishing, hiking, spelunk
more information call Karen at (512)
ing, Softball, volleyball, football and
339-8508 or Maria at(512)834-0933.
just laying around. Judy Fjell, humor
ist and singer/guitarist from Oakland,
held Sat., May 20th, 7-lOpm at the
A Lesbian Mothers Game Night will be
California will entertain Saturday
Women's Peace House, 1305 E. 1st
night. Scholarships and work ex
changes are available but, they are in
St.. A supervised childrens play room
will be e provided, please bring drinks,
snacks or games - no alcohol please!
limited supply. If you would like to at
May 1989 • Dimensions • Page 11
DALLAS - Kick off the Memorial
SAN ANTONIO - Beginning on the
14th of May, you can enjoy sun,fun &
Day Weekend right with Free Hot
Dogs on the patio at JUGS on Thurs
day, May 25th!
games,beginning at noon on the patio,
every Sunday at the CIRCLE. Also,
HOUSTON - Alexandra E.invites the
on May 7th at 8pm - and ... no cover!
don't miss the music of Beth Williams
women ofTexas tojoin in the Celebra
tion of Springtime at the Hottest All
New Club for Women and Friends. In
May KEYSTROKE will be opening
Fri^y the 5th and Friday the 19th at
FT. WORTH - If you play Softball join the PARTNERS team! Get in
touch with someone from the bar for
more info. Don't miss the PARTNERS
2401 San Jacinto, 9pm.
All Girl Benefit Show on May 21st!
We want to thank Houston for its sup
The proceeds will go to help make this
year's GAY PRIDE WEEK Fort
port and would like to announce that
STOP SEARCHING/KEYSTROKE
is sponsoring the Texas Lesbian Con
Worth's best ever!
ference that will take place in Houston
SAN ANTONIO - There's a new bar in
June 2-4.
town! MEMORIES is a place for
For more information call the KEY
women to meetand dance! Thejukebox
STROKE HOTLINE(713)785-9258.
is primed and ready, so bring your
quarters and check it out!
ARLINGTON - BRITCHES &
BLOOMERS are open and ready for
you! There's a great new atmosphere
and lots more room at BLOOMERS,
plus a game room, great dance floor
and the restaurant will be opening
again soon - don't miss it!
DALLAS - While in the Oak Lawn
area, don't miss TRUE COLORS
GALLERY - it's a great new, women
owned,art gallery. It's a little out of the
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relationships & personal problems
Dear Agnes,
I am very attracted to an entertainer in
a gay bar here in Dallas.
The problem is, how do I get this
woman's attention? She will smile at
me when I am giving her $1 bills, but
she does that with everyone - it's partof
her job.
I've been watching her for a while,and
I have noticed she doesn't socialize
apart from the crowd with a single red
rose or something of that nature.
Remember that underneath the makeup
and glitzy clothes, entertainers are just
like other women. They aren't
goddesses, although a few I've seen
certainly look like goddesses.
Be yourself and ask her out - the worst
that can happen is that she will say no.
At least, then you will have asked and
much with the bar patrons on a personal
will know if she's the least bit
level. She will serve drinks and be
interested. You can always
friendly, but that's it. She seems very
another course from there - either ask
reserved.
her again or forget about her.
chart
I have been afraid to approach her
because I don't want her to think I am
like most other women that probably
approach her - out for one thing.
I am really interested in getting to know
her.I have considered sending flowers,
taking out a personal ad, asking her to
Dear Agnes,
My lover is a militantlesbian separatist.
We have been together for 8 months.
lunch, etc... Lunch presents a problem
She hates men - her father is dead and
there are no men in her life at all. She
even worksfor an all-woman company.
because
So, here's the problem ... my brother,
I'm sure they have been warned about
being personally involved with
who is also gay comes to town every
few months and she won'teven let him
patrons.
Desperate In Dallas
in the house. She says this is her space
and she doesn't want it "spoiled" by a
man. I say it's my space too and I can
HELP!
Dear Desperate,
have whoever I want in my home.
I've even tried to talk her into going
somewhere for awhile so my brother
The only thing you can do is ask. Of
can come over, but she won't budge.
course, it won't hurt to set yourself
I can understand why she feels this way
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about men (kind of)- but I think this is
a little too extreme. Any suggestions?
Locked Out
way she feels or alter her behavior, but
you can change your residence.
Houston,TX
Confldential to
Dear Locked,
GWFstands for gay white female,GBF
stands for gay black female. I have no
earthly idea what DWF stands for.
Hopefully one of our readers will fill us
H.C. in Austin,
Everyone is entitled to their opinion
and lifestyle; provided it doesn't hurt
anyone else. Probably this situation
doesn't do much for your relationship
with your brother.You can'tchange the
both in.
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With Your Problems or Comments at:
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SEXUAL
HARASSMENT
What You con Do obout It.
by Cameron Taylor
Of the three cases below, pick the the
one (or ones) you think constitutes
sexual harassment.
Case 1: John Freshman presses
against you ever chance he gets; any
excuse will do, asking a question, re
viewing a report... When he comes in
the office he presses up as close physi
cally as possible and then seems to
never notice that it makes you uncom
fortable. This guy is always in your
intimate space!
Cose 2: Fred Slez is the company
trash mouth. There has never been a
sexist or dirty joke that has not passed
his ear or lips for that matter. It is
Monday morning and he is loaded with
a new list and here he comes,"Do you
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know how many lesbians it takes to
change a light bulb?..."
Case 3:"Yes,Jamie your work here
is really appreciated, but if you ever
ronment This can be a result of teasing,
comments, the presence of suggestive
posters, or sexual jokes. The second is
unwelcome physical or verbal behavior
of a sexual nature. This behavior may
be implied
expect to get a
or
raise or pro-
an
out
Since 1986, employers are
right condi
around here.
held responsible for a
employ
Honey, you
better lighten
up and start
harrassment-free
environment as well as for
socializing..
the prevention of sexual
mot ion
tion of yoim
men t ,
wages,
or
advance
ment.
Know what I
harassment.
mean?.."
Once upon a time, a person who was
being sexually harassed at work had to
either put up with it or leave the job,
hoping that a new job would offer a
Whatto do....
...if you are being
sexualiy tiarassed?
more professional work environment.
By 1980 things began to change, you
had the option offiling a complaint,but
a final resolution of the case could take
years. Thers. in 1986, ti;.:- Supreme
Court handed down a decision that said
the employe^ was responsible for a
harassment iree environment and
1. Confront the "harasser"! Tell him
that his behavior is offensive and that if
it continues you will report it.
[Document the date you confront him.
This can be a simple note on your
calendar at home.]
further resjxwisible for the prevention
of sexual hara sment
Today most ."•■ ijor companies have a
sexual harassm nt policy.
But, wtiot t
sexual harassment???
...if tie doesn't stop?
2. Warn him verbally and in writing
that if his behavior continues you will
notify his supervisor or manager and
the personnel department. [Document
this on your calendar too.]
There are no cii ii cut guidelines for de-
termining what
"'.d what isn' t sexual
All documentation should include the
harassment is what
ever makes yi- - 1 uncomfortable.
There are two c
ies of sexual harassmenf Legally • first is defined as
details involved. Be sure to note any
witnesses present. Always keep copies
of all your records.
harassment Se.-'
an intimidating
'
stile work envi-
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date, time, specific behavior, and
•..If the behavior persists?
3. Use the company complaint
procedure. If there isn't a complaint
procedure go to tlic next ranking
supervisor in the department. Remind
members of either sex. It is very
unprofessional for a supervisor,
manager, or anyone of autliority to
solicit sex for favors. Under the law
you are entitled to a comfortable,
harassment-free work environment.
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the supervisor, manager, or employer
that it is the company's responsibility to
correct the situation.
4. Further contacLs include your
States' Labor Department and the
EEOC
[Equal
Employment
Opportunity Commission] 1-800USA-EEOC. They will dircet you to a
regional office and tell you what needs
to be done.
It is essential to follow ihcsc guidelines
and to document your actions. You
should always confront the person
verbally first. That gives them the
benefit of a doubt; and there is always a
possibility that they rctilly do not
realize their behavior is offensive.
Further, a sexual harassment eharge
can ruin a career and won't leave e ither
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hat A World,
hat A World!
The Attack Of The
Killer Puppy
by Nancy Ford
A column or two ago you were
introduced to my Significant Other.
You remember — .she's the one who
rearranges the living room furniture
once every 20 years(whether it needs it
or not,)and was quite upset when 1 took
the initiative 19 1/2 year prematurely.
This week she got even. S.O. brought
home a puppy. Actually a dog.
Probably a soon-to-be very large dog.
§
S.O. and I had frequently discussed the
possibility of adopting something
hypo-allergenic, considering coreproduction is pretty much out of the
question for us in this lifetime. For a
while, we even had custody of two
goldfish named Fruit and Fibre. But
one day Fibre, in a survival-of-thefittest feeding frenzy, took a very large
bite out of Fruit. Fibre himself then
Ah,ilie patter of little feet. Four of them
expired of the resulting bloat. Believe
to be exact. We are afamily like a giant
tree. 1 guess. Please don't misinterpret
me, it ruined the whole •.veckend.
my lack of enthusiasm as well, lack of
But so far little Cuji's (a derivative of
Cujo. Sorry Stephen), stay has been a
enthusiasm. It's just that I've never
been what you'd call an Animal Person.
successful one. No unpleasant
I'm more of an Electronics, Jewelry
and Fast Cars Person. This is at least
partially due to the fact that
congenitally, I'm one of tho.se weepyeyed wimps who is allergic to nearly
everything with hair and a heartbeat.
Even the Muppets make me sneeze. As
a resul t, 1 never,ever owned a fx;t,either
as a child or an adult. Admittedly there
are one or two relationships in my past
which had a very definite keeper/pet
tinge to them, but up until now, no
Puppy Chow has been involved.
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situations have occurred that haven't
been rectified with an Allerest or a
rolled up 71V/'. In fact, having a dog in
the house has given me a new found
sense of security: already she's barked
at an unidentified pizza delivery man
who came to our door in the dead of the
night. It's comforting to know that
should anyone ever try to assault us
with a large-peppcroni-with-extracheese concealed weapon,theCuji will
be there.
And it's alarming how suddenly
becoming an Animal Per.son has altered
my previous misconceptions of that
side of life, here are some of the lessons
I've learned in just 48 short hours:
♦ Though puppies should not be
expected to understand commands
spoken in clear, even, adult-like tones,
they fluently habla baby talk.
♦ When we flip through the new
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electronic flea collars hold much the
happenings in Texas, Oklahoma.
same appeal as once did the remote
video phone.
New Mexico & Louisiana.
♦
If I wouldn't be caught dead
wearing the exact same article of
clothing day after day — say, for
example,a red,sleeveless pullover that
only covers four of my breasts — why
should I expect my dog to feel any
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different
♦ When the dog has just been Vidal
Sassooned and blown-dry to
perfection, she's Our Daughter. When
she chooses to wait until it starts raining
to visit the fire hydrant, she's of
unknown heritage.
♦ Just as there are day people and
night people, there are also day dogs
and night dogs. Hopefully ours will
never get a driver's license or learn
about 976 numbers.
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the
offee
A Discussion of Lesbian Literature Both New and Old
This month T. Sumner Reviews:
The Adventure of Magnificent
Kong and Brawny Mouse
by Lucina Kathman
The first book we're going to talk about
this month is The Adventure of the
Magnificent Kong and Brawny Mouse
by Lucina Kathman. Now,if you think
fore they even reach Mexico City,
Kong has already fallen head over heels
for a black model she meets on the
plane. Then there is the Mexican bus
the title is confusing,just wait until you
driver, Barbara, to whom Brawny
read the book!
Mouse tells the story of her relationship
with Kong before they have driven a
Brawny Mouse is a white woman who
travel from Chicago to Alcapulco with
her black lover.Magnificent Kong.The
trip is made in a attempt to reconcile
their differences abut monogamy. Be
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hundred miles. Once they reach Alcap
ulco, Kong and Brawny Mouse are
surprised by the presence of their
friends from Chicago, Maggie and
lows her instincts to find love and pas
Green, who won a trip to Alcapulco
sometime in the 12 hour period it takes
Brawny and Kong to reach their desti
sion. David is infuriated and his threats
convince Jenny to break off her affair
with Maggie. Then, both women are
nation - confused? Don't worry,so am
drawn into the war in ways that will
change them forever.
This is a story that will draw you in with
it's wartime urgency and keep you in
trigued with the love that grows be
tween these women.Evelyn Kennedy's
I. All this brings us to page 65!
After this,the whole troupe gets invited
to a party at a reclusive millionaire's
home,get their pictures in all the gossip
columns in the States, and find their
fondest dreams coming true.
be some unlikely coincidences,but this
is out of hand! Although the writing is
description of the bloody battles that
raged over Europe willtake your breath
away with their frightening intensity.
not bad and there are some humorous
Of I ove and Glorv is a book worth
moments,I found the plot to be totally
reading for any fan of good fiction. It is
available at your favorite bookstore or
OK - this is fiction and there is bound to
non-existent
The story wanders
around until it finally gets lost I never
for $8.95 from Naiad Press, Inc.,P.O.
Box 10543, Tallahassee. PL 32302.
did get to like any of the characters
because there were so many that I
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If you would like to order The Adven
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Liberty Press,P.O. Box 50421,Austin,
TX 78763.
Our next book is much more intriguing.
OfLoveandGlorv by Evelyn Kennedy
is a story of passion in the midst of war.
The setting is 1943 London.England is
under siege from the
Germans when Jenny
and Maggie meet in an
air-raid shelter. Jenny
is a nurse in England
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Are You
Showing
Your
Boot Sido?
Many of us have different sides to our
c. call and ask what everyone else is
personalities that we keep hidden.
Sometimes we hide this part of our
selves because we are afraid,or shy,or
wearing so you won't feel outof
place.
we may noteven know it exists.To find
3. When you go shopping ftsr clothes,
out if you are bringing out the best in
yourself, answer the following ques
a. try to stay one step ahead of
tions.
fashion.
1. When you redecorate your home ot
b. sometimes surprise yourself by
buying something "way out".
c. always stick to "your look"
apartment, you:
you:
a. decorate exactly the way you want.
b. decorate in a way that makes you
4.When it comes to entertainment,
happy, with a few concessions to
you:
"what's hot".
a. are always trying to find something
unusual - going to new places and
c. try to follow the current look as
closely as possible.
doing new things.
2. When you're invited to go out
b. have things you like to do but are
willing to try something new.
with friends, you:
c. have certain things you like to do
a. always dress outrageously, after
and rarely do anything else.
all, you pride yourself on being
different.
5. When you go to vote, you:
b. wear what makes you comfortable
a. usually vote for the underdog.
and what you feel looks good on you.
b. listen to the stand on issues and
May 1989 • Dimensions •Page 27
ote for the person who best supports
your beliefs.
c. usually vote for the most popular
candidate.
if you had:
Mostly A's
You like to let all sides of your person
6. You beheve that your "first
impression" of other people is:
a. usually right.
b. sometimes right.
c. never right.
7. When choosing a book to read,
you:
a. choose a title that will impress your
friends.
ality out and that's great, but you may
feel the need to always come across as
different which could be a cover-up for
insecurities. You may use this as a way
of disguising the "real" you. Also, by
always saying, "I'll do what I want,
when I want" you can protect yourself
from rejection. You have a built-in
excuse—when you don'tfeel accepted
you can always say it's because you
didn't conform. You've got what it
b. read what you like.
c. read whatever your friends recom
mend whether it interests you or not.
takes to explore all the facets of your
personality,just make sure you do it for
the right reasons!
8. You're going out for dinner with a
Mostly B's
woman you've met once or twice.
When she picks you up, she's in a
dress and heels and you're dressed in
You are secure in your identity, but
jeans. You:
a. go as you are regardless of what
kinds of different experiences and new
she thinks.
you're flexible enough to allow for all
ideas. You like going "way out" on
occasion, but you also don't mind ton
b. tell her you can change in a second
ing it down to make others feel com
if it will make her more comfortable.
fortable. You allow yourself to experi
c. lie and say you were running late
and just about to change.
ence all parts of your identity, but you
know your best side. Congratulations!
SCORING
Mostly C's
Check your answers off on the chart
below:
a
b
c
1.
2.
3.
While there is nothing wrong with
knowing what you want(and who you
are) and sticking with it, the idea is to
grow in your identity. You may hold
yourself back because you are afraid of
failure or embarrassment. Next time
4.
5.
6.
you think,"If only 1 could," ask your
7.
8.
Totals
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self what's the worst thing that could
happen.Compare that with the benefits
and try it! You may find great things
about yourself that you never knew!
oetry
You chose him
then wanted me a-plenty.
I declined.
But we had...
me... the grand diplomat.
Happiness.
You've swallowed him
whole. Respect, if any,
he and I
argued away
on choices in me life's vat.
Happiness.
You've married him.
Slowly, you'd forsaken me.
I sang
at your wedding.
Everbody loved that.
Happiness.
You've married him.
It's been years. How many?
Four? Five?
Are you happy?
I wish for you,that.
Happiness.
-S. Hoffman
McKlnney, TX
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^roroscope
What's in the Stars for You this month?
TAU RUS
(April 20th - May 20th)
You just can t seem to keep your mind
on your work during the first week of
have a tendency to flitfrom one thing to
^ero in on what needs to be done and do
another and not get anything done -
logic and not emotions guide
actions
May — try to focus on the job at hand
and you'll have plenty of time to play
CANCER
later.From the 9th thru the 16th you'll
need to get your finances in order. This
may be difficult but it will be to your
advantage to do it now, before it gets
(June 22nd - July 22nd)
wishing that things in your
would speed up during the first
out of hand. From the 17th thru the
week of May. Nothing moves fast
23rd you may be feeling restless and
not quite sure what you want from a
relationship. Take your time and you'll
make the right decision. From the 24th
enough for you, but you 11 just have to
I'® patient - you 11 only mess things up
if you push too hard.From the 9th thru
there may be a new romantic
thru the 31st watch out for someone
'he picture - keep your eyes
who may be using their friendship with
youtogetwhatthey want.You will take
center stage in a group or organization
'y®"'"'Sht get bume . rom t e
thru the 23rd rely on your own
judgement in a confidenti
that you belong to.
''^hose
around you may be unreliable
and maybe even untrustworthy. From
(5EMINI
(May 21st - June 21st)
If you have been operating under the
31st your social life
begins a new cycle. New friends and
friends come together for some
great times - don't miss out!
illusion that everyone else is playing by
the rules, you are in for a rude awakening during the first week of May.From
the 9th thru the 16th think twice about
what you are saying — a slip of the
tongue could land in you in hot water.
LEO
^
(Ju'V 23rd - August 22nd)
P'aying detective is right up your
alley then you 11 love the first week of
An unwise financial decision could
May.Whatgoes on behind the scenes is
comebacktohauntyou.From the 17th
thru the 23rd the urge to travel could
much more intriguing than outward
appearances. From the 9th thru the
be overwhelming. A short weekend trip
social activities may have to be
with a loved onecould quell that urgeas
well as bringing you closer together.
From the 24th thru the 31st you may
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^ S'^'P
finances. Work out a strategy and
^'^y
From the 17th thru the
Property of the Center
23rd you are able to combine work
with pleasure effectively. A friend you
have been needed for quite some time.
Don't push it or you may lose friends.
make now could have an important
bearing on your future. From the 24th
SCORPIO
thru the 31st a relationship that has
been on the back burner may suddenly
heat up again. Go with it.
(Oct 24th -Nov 22nd)
Someone you have grown fond of may
be mutually interested during the first
week of May. Set aside some time to
VIRGO
spend with this person. From the 9th
thru the 16th you may be happier as
(August 23rd - Sept 22nd)
Beware of a passing romantic fancy
during the first week of May.It could
play havoc with your current relation
ship. From the 9th thru the 16th you
should look your best and be on your
best behavior at work.Eyes are focused
on you. Don't overlook details. From
part of a group rather than paired off
with one person. From the 17th thru
the 23rd rely on logic and notemotions
in your dealings with others - feelings
are sensitive right now and your temper
could cause problems. From the 24th
thru the 31st you have a chance to clear
the 17th thru the 23rd a social gather
ing in your home could bejust what you
the air at home. Voice your opinions
need to take the pressure offfor awhile.
what's on their mind.
and give everyone a chance to say
Work has got you bogged down and
you need a rest! From the 24th thru the
31st you may have to put an emotional
issue on hold for the momentand direct
your energies on your career.This is the
time to get ahead - go for it!
SAGinARIUS
(Nov 23 - Dec 21)
You may be working longer hours
during the first week of May,but time
lost playing will give you a fatter pay
check to play on next week! From the
LIBRA
9th thru the 16th a love interest could
(Sept 23rd - Oct 23rd)
Don't relay on anyone to carry the ball
for you during the first week of May.
crop up at work - be careful! Your
social life is enjoyable now. From the
17th thru the 23rd you could lose
more than a friendship if you betray a
You'll have to rely only on yourself to
get things done right now.From the 9th
thru the 16th you may run into some
unexpected delays at home because of
a money shortage. Scoutaround, you'll
find the money to finish your project.
From the 17th thru the 23rd try to keep
your cool when others are losing theirs.
If you keep to yourself and don't put
your "two cents worth" in a family
fight, everything will work out fine.
From the 24th thru the 31st changes
may be coming to your lifestyle that
confidence. Don't borrow or lend
money. From the 24th thru the 31st
you might have to turn down an invita
tion to travel in order to meet work
deadlines. Tackle the Job first and
you'll have plenty oftime to relax later.
CAPRICORN
(Dec 22nd - Jan 19th)
Your charisma will make you the life of
the party during the first week of May
May 1989 • Dimensions • Page 31
even while an upset at home can knock
you for a loop. From the 9th thru the
16th a message from far away could
cause a change of plans. A close rela
tionship could be especially nervewracking right now - sit tight, things
will improve. From the 17th thru the
23rd you are in the spotlight over re
cent business and personal accomplish
ments, but you didn't get there all by
through.From the 9th thru the 16th try
to keep your options open in a romantic
matter - things may be a little too hot for
you right now.From the 17th thru the
23rd you may be feeling down because
things at work aren't progressing as fast
as you would like. Get away and relax,
things will move faster when you get
back. From the 24th thru the 31st
yourself so be sure to thank those
who've helped.From the 24th thru the
tackle big jobs before they get out of
hand and you'll have more time to
spend on a neglected relationship. Join
31st someone maybe envious of your
friends for a holiday get together.
present success. Just go about your
business and ignore their grumblings.
Social activities are great fun right
ARIES
social life as well as the great atmos
(Mar 21st - April 19tti)
You have some big dreams that you
want to make reality during the first
week of May.Go slowly and don't get
in over your head. From the 9th thru
the 16th you could change your mind
about a career decision you made ear
lier in the year. Avoid making any big
promises - you may not be able to keep
phere at home now.From the 9th thru
them.From the 17th thru the 23rd you
the 16th you may want to put a creative
project on hold for awhile, your atten
may be so wrapped up in yourself that
you fail to see the whole picture. Stay
alert to others feelings. From the 24th
thru the 31st you might still be in doubt
about a close relationship. Follow your
logic and not your emotions.
now!
AQUARIUS
(Jan 20th - Feb. 18th)
Try to get routine jobs out of the way
quickly during the first week of May.
This will give you time to enjoy your
tion is elsewhere and you can always
come back to it later. From the 17th
thru the 23rd intense concentration
will be required to pull off a big career
move.Don't let a new romance slip thru
your fingers! From the 24th thru the
31st it's time to getaway for awhile and
rest up - you'll be better able to handle
everything going on in your life when
/Memories
you come back.
SAN ANTOMO'S NEWEST BAR!
PISCES
(Feb 19th - Mar 20th)
Expenses that you aren't prepared for
can start adding up during the first
week of May.Let the practical side of
your nature take over and pull you
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A Listing of Service Organizations, Businesses & Clubs
ARLINGTON,TX (area code 817)
AIDS Resource Center
3920 Cedar Springs 75219
clubs
Dallas Gay Alliance
Britches & Bloomers
P.O. Box 190712 75219 *528^233
809 N. Collins • 860-8717
Dallas GayAesbian Historic Archives
3930 Cedar Springs • 821-1653
Dallas Gay Youth Group
organizations
Gay/Lesbian Association of UTA
AUSTIN,TX (area code 512)
300 Turtle Creek Plaza #116 * 307-7203
Dallas Outdoors
P.O. Box 35474 75235• 276-5270
Dallas Tavern Guild
3900 Lemmon Ave. #220• 526-5292
clubs
528-4233
P.O. Box 19348-77. UTA St. 76019
794-5140
Nexus/Petticoat Junction
401 & 401-B E. 2nd • 495-9553
organizations
Affirmation (Methodist)
7403 Shoal Creek • 451-2329
Austin Lambda
P.O. Box 5455 78763
<5ay/Lesblan Student
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Box 275 Texas Union 78712-7338
Lesbian/Gay Rights Lobby
Foundation for Human Understanding
Gay Community Center
3920 Cedar Springs • 528-4233
(^yAesbian Young Adults
528-4233
Grace Fellowship in Christ Jesus
2727 Oak Lawn 75219 •528-2811
Lesbian Information Lirre (UL)
P.O. Box 191443 75219• 528-2426
Lesbia/Gay Political Coalition
P.O. Box 224424 75222• 828-9882
Lesbian/Gay Rights Advocates
P O. Box 2505 78768
Metropoiitan Community Church
1100 Sprlngdale Rd.• 929-3660
528-4233
Lesbian Visionaries
P.O. Box 191443 75219• 521-9642
Oasis Ministry
5555 N. Lamar Blvd. #L101 • 441-9191
Waterloo Counseling Center
P.O. Box 191033 75219 • 941-8114
Metropiex Republicans
Oak Lawn Community Senrices
Texas Human Rights Foundation
3000 Turtle Creek Raza. Suite 116
75219-5311 .520-8108
2201 N. Lamar # 203 78705•479-8473
Oak Lawn Symphonic Band
507 Powell 78703 • 322-9654
AIDS Legal Assistance 1-800-828-6417
P.O. Box 190973 75219.986-1751
Womyn Together
3920 Cedar Springs• 528-4233
DALLAS, TX (area code 214)
businesses
Business Delivery Systems
14902 Preston Rd. 75240 • 733-1108
Crossroads Market
3930 Cedar Springs
521-8919 or 1-800-992-6404
Curious Times - Women's Books etc.
FT. WORTH (area code 817)
clubs
Damsels
1101 E. Seminary Dr. • 924-5354
Partners
1612 Park Place • 924-2519
4008-D Cedar Springs 75219 • 528-4087
organizations
clubs
Affirmation (Methodist)• 478-7837
Sue Ellen's
3903 Cedar Springs • 559-0707
HOUSTON,TX (area code 713)
organizations
clubs
Keystroke
Keystroke Hotline 785-9258
Affirmation (Methodist)
P.O. Box 225831 75222• 948-1546
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P.O. Box 190426
Ranch • 9125 S. Main • 666-3454
Dallas, TX 75219-0426 •(214) 307-7203
organizations
National Gay/Lesbian Clearinghouse
666 Broadway 4th Floor
AIDS Foundation
3400 Montrose #700 • 524-AiDS
AIDS HOTLINE
c/o Switchboard • 529-3211
Gay/Lesbian Students
University of Houston
NY, NY 10012
National Gay/Lesbian Crislsllne
1-800-221-7044
National Gay/Lesbian Task Force
1517 U Street NW
P.O. Box 66591 77266 • 529-3211
Washington D.C. 20009 • 202-332-6483
The Fund for Human Dignity
666 Broadway 4th Floor
Houston Gay Political Caucus
NY, NY 10012
4800 Caihoun • 529-3211
Gay & Lesbian Switchboard
P.O. Box 66664 77266 • 521-1000
Houston Thurday Nite Mixers
Bowling League
Steve: 699-3732 or Phil: 688-6970
Kingdom Community Church
614 E. 19th.862-7533
Lambda ALANON
Lambda Center for Aichohoiics
1214 Joanne • 521-9772
Lesbian/Gay Students
University of Houston - Clear Lake
2700 Bay Area 77058
Lesbian Mothers Group • 864-3098
Montrose Pool League/Billiards
NORMAN,OK (area code 405)
organizations
Women's Resource Center
P.O. Box 5089 73070
OKLAHOMA CITY, OK
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organizations
Oasis the Community Center
2135 NW 39th 73112 • 525-AiDS
Herland Sister Resources, Inc.
2312 NW 39th 73112 • 794-7464
PJ 863-8482
PWA Coalition - Houston
3327 Essex Lane,Suite #16 77027
623-4436
SAN ANTONIO. TX
(area code 512)
Womynspace
clubs
P.O. Box 980601 77098-0601
880-9517 or 666-9558
Women's Softtxill League
6431 Pineshade • 868-6256
The Circle
8021 Pinebrook • 341-2818
Memories
6402 Ccilaghan Rood
organizations
LUBBOCK,TX (area code 806)
organizations
202 N. St. Man/s • 349-3632
Lubbock Lesbian/Gay Alliance
Integrlty/San Antonio
P.O. Box 64746 79464.796-2403
P.O. Box 150006 78212 • 684-4920
Names Project/Lubbock
River City Living Metropolitan
Community Church
796-1800 or 744-1957
Dignity/San Antonio
P.O. Box 93120.794-1757
202 Holland 78212 • 822-1121
LISA (Lesbian Information SA)
828-LiSA (5472)
NATIONAL ORGANIZATIONS
San Antonio AIDS Foundation
P.O. Box 120113 78212-9313
West Texas Aids Foundation, Inc.
Affirmation; United Methodists for
Lesbian/Gay Concerns
P.O. Box 1021 • Evanston. iL 60204
AIDS Action Council
729 Eighth St. S.E. Suite 200
Washington, DC 20003 *(202) 547-3101
San Antonio Tavern Guild • 822-2823
SOUTH PADRE iSLAND, TX
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AIDS 600 • 1-800-221-7044
accomodations
Lyie's Deck • 120 E. Atol St.
Ntl Gay Alliance for Young Adults, Inc.
P.O. Box 2326 78597 • 761-LYLE
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Long-SIeeved T's
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Available in Hot Pink, Lavender,
Dove Grey And White.
50% Cotton/50% Polyester
T-Shlrts
Long Sleeved T's
Sweatshirts
Golf Caps
PRICES
TX Resident Tax
$12.00 ea.
$15.00 ea.
$17.00 ea.
$7.00 ea.
.75
.94
1.06
.44
Please Include $2.50 Postage & Handling
Texas Residents Please Add 7% Sales Tax
Fill Out Form & be sure to include check or money order for whole amount
Circle Color(P=Pink, ULavender, W=Whlte)and Size. Rll In quantity.
T-Shirt
Pink, Lavender, Grey, White - S, M, L, XL - #
Long S. T©e
Sweatshirt
Golf Cop
Pink, Lavender, Grey, White - S, M, L, XL - #
Pink, Lavender, Grey, White - S, M, L, XL - #
Pink, Lavender, Grey, White - S, M, L, XL - #
If you wish to order in different colors please put information on a seperate sheet.
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Please allow 3 to 4 weeks for delivery
Mail to: Dimensions, P.O. Box 856, Lubbock, TX 79408
