Seven Virtues of Finesse & The Seven Erotic Stations

Many equate the word 'courtesan' with 'prostitute'; that is far from the truth; regarding your definition of prostitute is the same as mine. For me, a courtesan seems more like a 'kept woman'. Yes, they would receive illustrious & affluent gifts, immaculate homes & properties, as well as numerous lovers. Yet, they were bound to no one man unless it was of their own choice. During their 'reign', they were not looked down upon. It was mostly other women (either married or betrothed) that had a problem with them in the public eye; but behind closed doors & curtains those very same women would call upon them for their knowledge; to receive 'education'. Such the irony!
I always looked at them as icons. During a time when women were revered as little more than cattle; they took the world by the balls & yanked! Most began as girls from vagabond, abusive, or even promiscuous backgrounds. Yet, they would use what they had to get what they want. ••NOWADAYS, THEY GIVE WHAT THEY HAVE FOR PROMISES OF WANTS.•• Oh, how times have changed but, yet, have stayed the same.
So, I have decided to give the cliff notes to the book: "The Book of the Courtesans" by Susan Griffin. It tells of the lives of many prominent courtesans throughout history, their journeys, & some quotes. The main thesis of the book was to highlight what made the courtesans so desirable. By men & women. Thus, assisting today's women to be aware of these forgotten virtues & stations; & how to put them to use. Now, their secrets are being revealed. I am hoping that somebody will not only read this but, also, learn & utilize the information. Female or male!
Virtue #1:TIMING - having good timing & rhythm in manner with the opposite sex; regarding all aspects.
Erotic Station #1: FLIRTATION - it speaks for itself; what timing is best used for.
Virtue #2: BEAUTY - understanding that beauty is not only natural; but can also be created.
Erotic Station #2 - SUGGESTION - the act of CREATING visual effects.
Virtue #3 - CHEEK - a blending of bravado (bravery) & insolence (ability to be insulting in manner of speech).
Erotic Station #3 - AROUSAL - no brainer! Making yourself desirable.
Virtue #4 - BRILLIANCE- the relation between intelligence, reflection, & luminosity (enlightening, illustrious).
Erotic Station #4 - SEDUCTION - another one that speaks for itself.
Virtue #5 - GAEITY (JOIE DE VIVRE) - having a good time. Easier said than done.
Erotic Station #5 - RAPTURE - combining innocence with cleverness & guile (cunning, deception).
Virtue #6 - GRACE - moving with seduction.
Erotic Station #6 - SATIETY (to satisfy one's appetite or desire to the point of boredom) - the ability to create longing & anticipation.
Virtue #7 - CHARM - the ability to enchant & please (not just sexual!).
Erotic Station #7 - AFTERGLOW - being on the person's mind. Whether it is seconds or decades after encountering you.
Pay close attention to these virtues & stations. I feel as if I'm sharing a secret with you. I hope you utilize my knowledge!

WTF? Will 2013 Be Known As The Year Of The Ratchet?

Okay, I am addicted. In the the immortal words of Pookie from the movie 'New Jack City', "I tried to kick it...but that shit just be callin' me man, it be callin' me, man... I just got to go to it!" I know that I am not the only one. I can't be. We all have a guilty pleasure or three. I'm just willing to admit that one of mines is reality television.  I have a love/hate relationship with every single one that I watch. I am addicted to the ratchetness and so is the rest of America. There, I said it! Prove me wrong!

People tend to apply the label "ratchetness" to certain races or socio-economic statuses but we all have a little bit of ratchetness in us. No one is safe from a ratchet display. Each and every one of us has been or has done something that would qualify as ratchet. Multimedia has picked up on it and are monopolizing and capitalizing on it. Yet, we, as a society are looked down upon for any uncouth behavior that we may exhibit. Not to mention that no one is willing to admit that they are watching these shows. How can ratchet be the new pop culture entertainment genre, if I am the only person watching? My great-grandmother would always say, "...one monkey can't run a whole show...". Makes sense to me.

Now, every single channel has some form of debauchery; especially, in the form of reality television. Regardless of its venue, you are able to detect "ratchet". Fights, openly overt sexuality & any other negative display of behavior is paraded in front of the masses as entertainment; and that it can be. I must admit that I am equally enthralled as I am devastated. Like any other mess that is presented in front of you, you can't look away even if you want to.

Many of these shows have a predominantly female cast. Allowing you to observe a plethora of personalities and how they can (or can not) interact amongst themselves or other groups of women. We get a chance to view our very own selves in each woman presented and whether you want to admit it or not, we live for the drama. Yes, baby, the drama. Whether the drama is the fashion, lifestyle, quarrels, disagreements or the like, we live for it. My DVR is testimony and I bet that mines is not the only one.

So, as we are ringing in this new year, I am awaiting the clone colony to follow these ratchet behaviors. It has already begun. This year will take things to a different level. I will try to keep my "inner ratchet" at bay as much as I can but I make no promises. I suggest that you try and do the same. Big emphasis on try.

No Love?

I am utterly annoyed by the marketing neglect of the WNBA. Compared to their male counterparts in the NBA, these women definitely are not being paid what they deserve. I've had this conversation with many males since it was brought to my attention. Most males like to place blame on the lack of ticket sales. I do understand that selling tickets will fill seats (as well as pockets) but the blame does not only lie in that. What about the endorsement opportunities? I believe that WNBA players have the same selling potential as the NBA players. The difference being that endorsement deals seem to be needed to supplement their income. The average salary for a veteran in the WNBA at $50,000/yr compared to the NBA average in the tens of millions minus the endorsements. Are they not aware of the marketing potential?

I truly believe that the women of the WNBA should have more endorsement deals than the males of the NBA. When it comes to females, there are far more marketing capabilities. We all know that women are the key force within a household that companies market to. It is understood by corporations that single and married women alike hold the purchasing power. So, why not apply the same concept to a sport that is female oriented?