February twenty fourth, twenty fifth, twenty sixth

i still kind of think of drowning in the sea as a romantic death, not so much the dying part but becoming into the ocean with seaweed hair, scaly skin and the brightest of barnacle eyes.

February 18th thru 23rd + notes

To start off, as a feminist I feel its so important to be receptive to criticism, especially from folks who embody ideals of what initially attracted me to feminism, which was not simply just the rights of women, but women and trans folk of all identities as well as education and practice of recognizing of privilege and marginalization between classes, abilities, generations, cultures in addition to sex and gender.

When I first read, Monica Robert’s post “Ain’t Feeling Feminism” I immediately became defensive and had to check myself because in many ways (at least from white, middle class, educated background) it’s a privilege to be a feminist and historically this demographic of women has done some damaging shit. I have also never seen the faces of say Janice Raymond and Germaine Greer who have spouted ridiculous amount of transphobia. It provoked a very odd reaction to see what they looked like, this people who have caused such hate and misunderstanding within an ideology I identify with so much.

So check out the post: http://transgriot.blogspot.com/2009/01/aint-feeling-feminism.html

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there has been some comparison between the initial portraits back in the fall and now which seem so scattered. i was much more isolated in the fall, my process very internal, but since I have moved, I have been meeting new people, traveling and touring some consistency so there are many hastily sewn tentacles. the past few days or so have been those nights where I roll over at 1 a.m. to get something down.

i do not usually name portraits but neon blood beard bath

Neverland Cabaret Run Down

Thanks! to everyone who came out to the Neverland Cabaret Benefit and Dance Party last night.

artwork from wolfie e. rawk (http://turnyourtrannyup.blogspot.com/)

It was my first time seeing most the performers and I was completely blown away, though I expected the none the less.

The roster included Straight Razor (gender bending performance troupe), Lee on guitar, the Flora y Fauna Doublet, Tiny Dirty (dancer in the dark), and Adelaide Windsome. Please check out these performers if you get a chance to.

Lee

the flora y fauna doublet (youtube.com/adelaidewindsome)

straight razor

We were also able to raise a decent amount of funds for our friends who are currently down in Nicaragua rescuing their younger siblings from an abusive situation and currently trying to get them into school for the first time.

Special thanks to Moni, Kestrel, danni, Clay, Wolfie and Jake for being stellar helpers in making this happen.

February 15th and Roving Tentacles !6th and 17th

visual art is certainly performance art in its process even if it is unintentional. viewing someones hands and bodies while they work is pretty magical.

roving tentacles were documented during a short trip to connecticut and were filmed via amtrak train and my cousin’s apartment.

the light of passing landscapes is what i really love

kitten stamps care of wolfie who can be found at TRN YER TRANNY UP HIGH blog. Go to the link to the right to see his blog featuring amazing viedeos and his amazing work.

Neverland Cabaret! Feb. 21! 8:30!

PLUS the Premiere of Tiny Dirty (dancer in the dark) and ukulele songs by Lee

Wood to Stone to Sea Northeast Tour

Between April 3rd and April 11th three very active transgender artists and performers will be traveling the Northeast, starting in Vermont and making our way down to Philadelphia.

On tour will be Modern Day Pinnochio, a rock/folk musician from North Carolina who founded Trans-Genre.net. www.myspace.com/moderndaypinnochio

A Stick and a Stone is a singer/ songwriter who is a staple in Philadelphia and travels frequntly,  currently on  tour through the South. www.myspace.com/nataliejoythefairyboy

And Adelaide Windsome is a ukulele playing puppeteer and haberdasher performing “Ballad of the Platypus.”

Currently we are still booking this tour so if you would like us to perform at your cafe or bar, community space or university or just want to us to come to your area, please let us know.

haberdasherium@gmail.com for booking and myspace.com/adelaidewindsome more info and dates

Let me at this time promote Trans Genre, a website showcasing an amazing collection of transgender artists, musicians, performers and speakers from a wide range of genders and backgrounds from across the country. A stellar opportunity to expose yourself to an array of talented and cutting edge individuals.

Also check out the Trans Fusions compilation featuring music, spoken word and visual art from many artists on Trans Genre. The CD is available through the site where you can also win one for free!

february 1oth through I4th

i tried to be a harpy again but it did not turn out as well.

February fifth sixth seventh eighth ninth

Another book is complete, another essential organ

some tentacles take on the role of shadows, existing in the corners of eyes, posing as a peripheral.

now there is either yes or there is no but shadows seem to just go with anyway not such for better or worse but an ill take that anyhow

and the shadow then did the unexpected by sliding itself slyly up on to my ankle and wrapping itself around my leg spiraling up over my upper thighs and entering the  body through my belly button. it snuck between organs and outside the back of my throat and rested behind me eyes. nightime had come.

our eyes met the sky illuminated by the brightness of stars sending shards of light into our eyes. “isnt it beautiful?” she asked and I was crying. She turned to me and leaned forward and not for a hug or kiss. She leaned into my cheek and bit the tears right off taking the sharp bits of starlight into her mouth. She smiled and I went blind…

Feb. 21st Neverland Cabaret Benefit in Philly

The Neverland Benefit Cabaret and Dance Party will be happening on Saturday February 21 st starting at 8:30 pm and going on til whenever.

The evening will feature performances by Straight Razors a queer performance art troupe from Philly and Adelaide Windsome (who is not-so-secretly myself) plus live music, booze and dancing.

I can not promise much but it will probably look like this…

So please come to 210 S 49th St (Walnut/49th) and bring $3-5 for entrance and some more for beer and mini-comics.

All proceeds from this event will go to my dear friends, Atalanta, Fran and Amaru, who are currently between the United States and Nicaragua as they try and rescue Fran’s younger siblings from an abusive home.

Nayeli, 7, Rusbeth, 8, Beto, 9,  and Nando, 12 have been physically and emotionally abused since they were born being forced to work while  suffering from numerous health problems. Currently their case is finally being looked over by social workers in Nicaragua and they are getting to play, receive check-ups and revel in the prospect of attending school.

We are hoping to raise money to help with rent and supplies for school to ease the burden on close friends and extend a helping hand to our extended community.

Please Come and tell your friends!

february oneth second third forth

i can not hold my breathe for the summer months, the beating sun punds my frozen heart

i really wish the winter did not make me so melodramatic