The 17th Carnival of Feminists

This is another entry I find myself surprised to write because I normally 1) do not enjoy feminist rants - too angry; 2) deplore the vast majority of "mommy writing" as it can be boring; 3) avoid carnivals - just say no to consorting with the corn-dog crowd. However, this carnival of feminists is different because the host is local, funny, inspired and a fascinating read. That's right. Not a corn-dogger in sight.

From BL herself:

A quick run-down of themes covered:
1. The virtues of being mouthy, talking back, refusing norms of politeness,
etc.
2. Explorations of Carol Hanisch's original meaning behind the popular
phrase, 'the personal is political.'
3. Solstice Sex Positive Feminist Mini-Carnival, plus scattered notes on
the BJ Wars.

There are also beautiful, witty, and hilarious posts on motherhood,
reproductive rights, comic book fandom, movie and book reviews, violence
against women, critical readings of advertisements, body image, feminist
analyses of misogyny in rock music, and feminist takes on media and
culture, and more....

Okay, but don't let the high-falutin' subject matter scare you off. BL is a Tarpon Springs treasure and #1 alone is a subject close to my heart. (Plus I'd win a BJ war any day of the week. Or maybe I mean "contest"?) Check it out and enjoy.