Bite the Fruit

  April 26 and 27: Dan Savage's HUMP! Film Festival is screening Part One of its 19th annual lineup, featuring 23 brand-new, hot, creative, and often downright hilarious short subject, adult films created by real people for real people. Every year, creators from across the country and around the world submit films to HUMP! that explore the spectrum of human desires and pleasures, and celebrate a full range of body types, shapes, ages, colors, sexualities, genders, and an overall spirit of sex-positivity. Black Cat 1811 14th Street NW Washington DC 20009   We can't wait for you to see the...

Tips to ensure a successful marriageWhile fairy tales and rom-coms often end with the couple living “happily ever after,” real life can be far from that once the proverbial honeymoon period is over. But there is hope for couples who are aiming to infuse a little more happiness into their relationship. The notion of a perfect, problem-free, and everlasting happiness in marriage is unrealistic. Every relationship faces challenges, conflicts, and ups and downs. The expectation of a perpetual state of bliss can lead to disappointment and frustration. A fulfilling marriage requires managing expectations, ongoing adaptation, and a lot of effort....

  Sexual health is an important but often overlooked aspect of overall well-being. Many women face challenges in the bedroom, ranging from low desire to difficulty achieving orgasm or experiencing pain during sex. However, these issues are rarely discussed or addressed, leaving women feeling isolated and unsure of how to seek help.Various factors can impact libido, including stress, anxiety, depression, past trauma, relationship problems, and hormonal changes during pregnancy, postpartum, and menopause. Certain medications can affect sexual desire. Addressing these issues may require self-care, therapy, couples counseling, or lifestyle changes. It's important to discuss any concerns with a healthcare provider...

Loving and taking care of yourself are essential to your health and happiness. We give our attention and energy to people in our lives, sometimes forgetting to take a moment to be kind to ourselves. This puts a drain on our emotions and physical fitness. Self-love and self-care (SLSC) help us to be the best person that we can be. Whether you’re single or in a relationship — it is not selfish to engage in SLSC. It is vital. After all, when we choose to practice SLSC, we improve our own well-being. This makes us better able to support those...

  Mid-Atlantic Leather Weekend Jan. 12-15 Hyatt Regency Capitol Hill 400 New Jersey Ave NW Official website From the Washington Blade: Mid-Atlantic Leather Weekend returns to Washington, D.C., Jan. 13-15 (sic), taking place at the Hyatt Regency Washington on Capitol Hill. MAL, as it is known, is a weekend-long event that attracts thousands of participants from around the region and country. It is celebrating its 49th anniversary.  MAL features a host of events, including an exhibitor hall, the Mr. Mid-Atlantic Leather Contest, and various other parties, both inside and outside the hotel. Exhibitor Hall A level down from the lobby,...