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
- British Vibrators: What's in
a Name?
September 14, 2009 09:32AM - Words Become You
September 04, 2009 06:42PM - Diving for Sex
August 30, 2009 11:33AM - Stirrings
August 21, 2009 05:46PM - Who's Teaching My Daughter
about Sex?
August 13, 2009 09:07AM
MY RECENT COMMENTS
- “How can one not cry? You
told this
tragedy
beautifully.”
September 14, 2009 02:15PM - “I watch the episode and
greedily read your analysis.
It makes
the show twice
as…”
September 14, 2009 11:21AM - “For me, the worst thing
is being called Maam. I still
look
around for some
"…”
September 14, 2009 10:28AM - “First to say wonderful.
It only were so simple to
actually
believe those 4
thing…”
September 10, 2009 05:55PM - “Don't every try to find
a therapist. It's hopeless
because
you are too damn
smar…”
September 10, 2009 10:20AM
Athena Bradford's Links
Circle Time: My Experience in Group Therapy

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 »
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 »
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 »
by 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 cries… Read 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 lit… Read 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 satin… Read full post »

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 Daughter: Raise your Voice and Your Vibe
Everyone
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 » Athena Bradford's Favorites
Updates
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Conflict of Interest
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Grass Angel
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It Doesn't Take Long...
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Dante’s Purgatory – Commuter Edition
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5 Steps to Successfully Work 2 or More Jobs in New Economy
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SPAM -A-RAMA FRIDAYS : NOBODY COULD BE THAT F*CKING STUPID!
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ARGGG- Greenheron's challenge
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Study Offers Good News for Dumb, Drunk Party Girls
Salon.com