Athena Bradford

Athena Bradford
Location
Atlanta, Georgia, US
Birthday
November 07
Bio
Athena Bradford is a writer, explorer, researcher, and the author of “The Intelligent Woman’s Guide to Vibrators.” She suffers from delusions of candor and longs for days when there is no embargo on pleasure.

MY RECENT POSTS

Circle Time

The group forms a jagged circumference.

We each follow directions imperfectly

like 3 year-olds gathering for circle time.

 

Except the songs we sing have no rhyme

and we are full of false reason.

 

 Tears flood my vision and

the… Read full post »

MAY 26, 2009 12:19PM

Chance of Precipitation

Chance of Precipitation

 

Afterwards, you close my shudders

and leave our bed.

 

I catch a glimpse of you in the mirror

now fogged with steam.

Your reflection is lost,

but your trademark is deeply imprinted.

 

You are not… Read full post »

MAY 25, 2009 4:29PM

Bare Bones

Bare Bones

 

Sometimes we used to like our sex bare boned,

stripped of words and niceties

 

Your mouth on mine was more to choke

than to coax a tender response

 

One look was all it took.… Read full post »

Editor’s Pick
MAY 23, 2009 10:46AM

The Pussy Wars: Goodbye Hello Kitty Vibrator

Hello Kitty Vibratorsby Athena Bradford

 

When I first saw the Hello Kitty vibrator, I dismissed it as just another novelty sex toy, but it keeps popping up like a twisted pez dispenser. And I’m starting to get really annoyed.

What’s next?  A Polly Pocket rocket? A baby doll vibe that criesRead full post »

Members Only: Sex and Prostate Cancer

 

by Athena Bradford

 

I’ve been rereading And yet’s poignant blog about her sexless marriage and thinking about a dear friend.  Just days after we celebrated his 58thbirthday, he received word that he has advanced prostate cancer. Since then I have scoured the litRead full post »

Fit to be Tied: The Power of a Corset 

 

FIT TO BE TIED: THE POWER OF CORSETS

 Athena Bradford

 

I was browsing the aisles of my favorite sensuality boutique when Raye Andrews, the owner, held up a black leather corset.  “Try this on,” she urged. I had been fingering satinRead full post »

Editor’s Pick
MAY 7, 2009 10:45AM

What's the Carbon Footprint of My Vibrator?

What's the Carbon Footprint of my Vibrator?

Just in case you haven’t heard, Green is the new black of sex toys. 

Yes, it is now possible to achieve sexual satisfaction and take socially responsible actions to protect the planet. You can engage in eco-friendly playtime with seaweed-based dildos, phthalate-free vibes,Read full post »

Letter to my DaughterEveryone knows by now that Oprah and Dr. Laura Berman endorsed mothers giving daughters vibrators. As an amorous overachiever, I’ve already selected the perfect vibe for my daughter and have written my accompanying letter. Although we have several years to go before she reaches 16, I&rsq… Read full post »