The Pridelets Files for October 21

On this day in 1893, lesbians Freda Ward and Alice Mitchell find themselves as the covergirls on "The (New Orleans) Mascot." It's a less than complmentary article titled, "Good God! The Crimes of Sodom and Gomorrah Discounted -- a story of the love of two women-licentious, horrible love."

BIRTHGAYS (and the occasional straights)
* 1891 - Choreographer Ted Shawn
* 1917 - Pioneering gay activist William Dale Jennings
* 1929 - Sci fi / fantasy author Ursula K(roeber) Le Guinn
* 1933 - British author Maureen Duffy
* 1941 - "The Second Son" author Robert Ferro

Q.UOTE
"I used to feel so alone in the city. All those gazillions of people and then me, on the outside. Because how do you meet a new person? I was very stumped by this for many years. And then I realized, you just say, 'hi.' They may ignore you. Or you may marry them. And that possibility is worth that one word." -- Augusten Burroughs

THE BEDSIDE TABLE
" I Like You: Hospitality Under the Influence" by Amy Sedaris
The charismatic and multi-talented Amy Sedaris is many things: actress, author, and yes, David Sedariss sister. Now, she takes on the world of entertaining in this blisteringly funny collection of bizarre tips, recipes and craft ideas (like mini pantyhose plant-hangers!) perfect for hosting an unforgettable fete. Your guests will rave.

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