I often wonder how we went from the Goddess time to men running the world?! It’s time for women to rule again! And..did she really lose? I suspect good ole’ Musk had a handy hand in the mix!
Oui, we know "she" didn't lose; Kamala. The other "she" didn't lose either; Hilary.
More than just Musk-RAT had their handy hands in. We shouldn't rule at all, we should cooperate. But there's going to be a whole lotta shaking going on until we get there.
Slamone, this is the writing I didn't know I was hungry for — sharp and irreverent and completely unafraid. The Aristophanes-to-DOGE pipeline in one essay — hell Yes!
Angie! Slamone is honored by your presence! Thank you. And if you haven't been to a slam yet, we have one coming on June 20! The theme is Kill the Patriarchy! xo
Nan, thank you for the invite. I'll definitely join in, to watch - feels like Karaoke, but for my mind instead of my voice. I've always thought I could do Karaoke, but I'm so afraid to sing in public I don't even go watch other people do it! Hope that makes sense. Been giving a great deal of thought to Kill the Patriarchy and how The Patriarchy has weaved in and out of my life - sort of like a carnivorous hornet! Your courage is...well, encouraging!
You and I should have a conversation before you decide that your stage fright wins. The first time I did a slam, I was terrified. But I did it anyway, and it changed my life. I'd be happy to discuss. I have a personal goal of one day singing one song really well in a cabaret setting. I've done Karaoke once, with a friend, and it was FUN, but I don't crave it in the same way that I do, telling stories. I've had several women perform in the slam who came in terrified and came out of it having transformed their fear and anxiety. She signed up for 6 different slams in 2027. And, we're all different, and self-care takes priority over anything else. But really, if you want to chat, I'm around! Did you get a ticket yet? https://luma.com/jxlukoxx
Oui, one day. Soon? We shall see. Slamone holds grudges. But, maybe an exception, in your case. I've read your work; you too, are very wise, just like Slamone.
This is the exact feminist summer programming I support: lemonade, snacks, intellectual violence, and the casual dismantling of a system that somehow convinced half the planet that "having opinions" was a dangerous hobby for women.
I love this because it’s funny, furious, historically grounded, and somehow still party-forward. Which feels correct. If we’re going to kill the patriarchy, we may as well hydrate... Personally, I'll rehydrate with a margarita, who's with me?
For at least the last half of my marriage, I started loudly proclaiming that I needed a wife. I had not known of the brilliant post you shared - nor the response to it almost 50 years later which I absolutely loved! Thank you for sharing them, Nan - they are welcome reminders that things must change..!
I was so happy that Susan told me about Brady's essay. I don't remember reading it when I was ten. Such a great essay, and I love the Maggie Trinkle piece. I discovered it the other day. Slamone took a little convincing that it was okay to share her monthly spotlight with these two essays. I had to promise to send her an extra bottle of Scotch and 10 euros, for her consent. I had to remind her that ultimately the publishing decisions belong to me. She huffed and puffed about it a bit, but her thirst won out, in the end.
Oh, you! Such a bitch sometimes...I like that in a woman! I get a little, how you say....oh, oui, I get a little hot. Nan can be very commanding when given the right setting. It's thrilling!
Oh, Slamone! I didn't know you felt that way...I'm intrigued. And just a tiny bit, shall we say, moist? That's the most I can manage these days, even with the little pill I shove up my vajayjay twice a week. Merci, merci! Nice to know the old girl still registers a response.
Me? I didn't write this. Slamone is a force. I'm so grateful to have her on our team. And I pay her in bad Scotch and French cigarettes. Worth every penny in shipping costs. xo
I'm so excited to be doing the slam this time! The patriarchy hates it when women talk, so this is a double whammy.
I often wonder how we went from the Goddess time to men running the world?! It’s time for women to rule again! And..did she really lose? I suspect good ole’ Musk had a handy hand in the mix!
Oui, we know "she" didn't lose; Kamala. The other "she" didn't lose either; Hilary.
More than just Musk-RAT had their handy hands in. We shouldn't rule at all, we should cooperate. But there's going to be a whole lotta shaking going on until we get there.
À bientôt!
Amen! Can’t wait for all the rats to be caught!
Oui, oui! Moi, aussi! Grrrrrrrrrr.
Me too, Slamone! Grrrrrrr and Arrrrgggghhhh. xo
GGGGGRRRRRRRRRRRRRRR. Towanda!!!!
Slamone, this is the writing I didn't know I was hungry for — sharp and irreverent and completely unafraid. The Aristophanes-to-DOGE pipeline in one essay — hell Yes!
Angie! Slamone is honored by your presence! Thank you. And if you haven't been to a slam yet, we have one coming on June 20! The theme is Kill the Patriarchy! xo
Nan, thank you for the invite. I'll definitely join in, to watch - feels like Karaoke, but for my mind instead of my voice. I've always thought I could do Karaoke, but I'm so afraid to sing in public I don't even go watch other people do it! Hope that makes sense. Been giving a great deal of thought to Kill the Patriarchy and how The Patriarchy has weaved in and out of my life - sort of like a carnivorous hornet! Your courage is...well, encouraging!
You and I should have a conversation before you decide that your stage fright wins. The first time I did a slam, I was terrified. But I did it anyway, and it changed my life. I'd be happy to discuss. I have a personal goal of one day singing one song really well in a cabaret setting. I've done Karaoke once, with a friend, and it was FUN, but I don't crave it in the same way that I do, telling stories. I've had several women perform in the slam who came in terrified and came out of it having transformed their fear and anxiety. She signed up for 6 different slams in 2027. And, we're all different, and self-care takes priority over anything else. But really, if you want to chat, I'm around! Did you get a ticket yet? https://luma.com/jxlukoxx
Beautiful Simone, you snark queen with a real point. I love you even though you don’t need me to.
Slamone! Slamone! Not that silly nit-wit, Simone. She stole all my stuff!
Oops! I forget myself. I can only hope that one day... one day soon... Slamone can forgive me.
Oui, one day. Soon? We shall see. Slamone holds grudges. But, maybe an exception, in your case. I've read your work; you too, are very wise, just like Slamone.
Thank you, Slamone. I am ever in your debt.
And you remember that, always, ma petite Bunny Foo-Foo.
This is the exact feminist summer programming I support: lemonade, snacks, intellectual violence, and the casual dismantling of a system that somehow convinced half the planet that "having opinions" was a dangerous hobby for women.
I love this because it’s funny, furious, historically grounded, and somehow still party-forward. Which feels correct. If we’re going to kill the patriarchy, we may as well hydrate... Personally, I'll rehydrate with a margarita, who's with me?
For at least the last half of my marriage, I started loudly proclaiming that I needed a wife. I had not known of the brilliant post you shared - nor the response to it almost 50 years later which I absolutely loved! Thank you for sharing them, Nan - they are welcome reminders that things must change..!
I was so happy that Susan told me about Brady's essay. I don't remember reading it when I was ten. Such a great essay, and I love the Maggie Trinkle piece. I discovered it the other day. Slamone took a little convincing that it was okay to share her monthly spotlight with these two essays. I had to promise to send her an extra bottle of Scotch and 10 euros, for her consent. I had to remind her that ultimately the publishing decisions belong to me. She huffed and puffed about it a bit, but her thirst won out, in the end.
Oh, you! Such a bitch sometimes...I like that in a woman! I get a little, how you say....oh, oui, I get a little hot. Nan can be very commanding when given the right setting. It's thrilling!
Oh, Slamone! I didn't know you felt that way...I'm intrigued. And just a tiny bit, shall we say, moist? That's the most I can manage these days, even with the little pill I shove up my vajayjay twice a week. Merci, merci! Nice to know the old girl still registers a response.
You. Me. After the slam. Bisou, bisou!
Oh, you! I’ll be there.
One of my favorite topics, can't wait!
Restack!
Oui! Vit, vit, vit! Restaque! Restaque! Restaque!
I love it! You come up with such good programs! Thanks Nan.
Me? I didn't write this. Slamone is a force. I'm so grateful to have her on our team. And I pay her in bad Scotch and French cigarettes. Worth every penny in shipping costs. xo
Dang, I need to get on your payroll. Prosecco and good cheese please
We should talk. Prosecco? You're too easy. And what kind of cheeses? French, I hope! And maybe some nice Manchego?