december 08

Not sure what to buy your favorite packer for Christmas?Unsure what a packer is?

We’ve got you covered with our comprehensiveguide to shopping for your favorite twink, bear,

dyke on a bike and everyone in between.

Stories byChristy Ikner and Joe Morris

Photos by Devi Sanford

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Oh, that adorable boy.I have shoes older than him, and the

receipt to prove it. Yes he’s a youngster, but today’s twinks are getting a much earlier start than those in the past - and boy do they like to par-tay - so put your guilty conscience to rest, my friend.

One man’s jailbait is another’s one true love, so if you’ve got a bright-eyed snuggle pup on your Christmas list, give him something besides enough shots to render him comatose.

Try some music; the Scissor Sisters,

to be exact. A deserving favorite of the young and the getting-up-there alike, the Sisters have a new release, “Hurrah! A Year of Ta-Dah,” a two-disc DVD set that includes a full live concert filmed in London. Throw in “Ta-Dah,” the album, and you’ve got a fun evening.

I mean, what’n the hell could go wrong with songs like “She’s My Man” blaring from the speakers? If nothing else, it may get a knock on the door from that cutie down the hall. (See Closeted Man.)

Twinks can often be found on the party scene with their equally twinky-crew in their fiercest club wear. But, depending on how hard they pre-party before hitting the streets, they may not always remember what happened while they were out. Rest assured there will be plenty of photo evidence of the fabulous night.

A photo album or assortment of photo frames from the Beveled Edge makes a great gift for your twink to display the zaney exploits of his click... or his own headshot. Visit thebevel.com for gift ideas. JM

I don’t have a problem with the word dyke if it applies, but not every young lesbian will grow into her old age to identify with the term, “old dyke”. Some will be “old lipsticks”, “old poodles”, “old girlfriends”, etc. So I must say I have always had a tiny problem with this term because it applies to all young or new lesbians.

Ladies, think back to the third grade when you got that first training bra. At that time it was known that you were gonna grow boobies, but it was an unknown of what size they would be. Would they be itty bitty titties, a nice hand full or the conch shells. (For you baby dykes, conch shell boobies are the ones big enough to stick your face between, wrap around your ears so that it muffles it just enough that you can hear the ocean.)

But with as much trouble as I have with the term ‘dyke’ following ‘baby,’ I can’t find a better term to describe young lesbos. I mean there is “lesbo in training” but that is too 80’s.

Or maybe “lesbian cub”, but

since many lesbians have children it just sounds wrong on all of the maternal fronts, so baby dyke it is. Besides, if my community embraces it who am I to argue?

The perfect gift for a baby dyke is to play on what progressive-thinking parents do for their kids nowadays by buying them both a G.I. Joe and a Barbie to see which one they enjoy the most. For your baby dyke, I suggest stocking stuffers. Buy her a strap on and a bottle of lube so she can try the “slip and slide” and decide if she wants to slip or grease the slide.

For a more conservative gift, OutLoud! Bookstore has a vast selection of books that would could help your baby dyke find her niche in lesbo land. Stop by the store at 1703 Church St. in Nashville.

The best thing we old dykes can do is to help them find their identity early. If somebody had helped me way back when, I would have appreciated it as well as have avoided much frustration, embarrassment and an unfortunate arrest. CI

twink

A boyish-looking, young gay man, usually under 22 years old with a slender build and very little body hair. The term likely derived from a shortening of the name of the famous, golden, phallic-shaped Twinkie snack cake - a tasty, cream-filled snack with no nutritional value. After the word became widely used, it was assigned the bacronym “Teenage, White, Into No Kink,” although none of those descriptors are necessary to identifying as a twink today.

babydyke

Dyke in training, a young lesbian or someone who is just coming out of the closet. Sometimes an inexperienced lesbian.

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packer

Once used to describe a lesbian who identifies as a man and wears (packs) a flaccid penis daily, the term is now used more widely to describe a masculine identified lesbian who is addicted to loving the lipsticks and the poodles.

closetedgay

A repressed gay man or lesbian, who hides his true sexual orientation from the public and those around them. Often for fear of persecution, rejection, but not always for negative reasons, does he choose to not “come out of the closet”.

It may have something to do with penis envy, but we’re not sure. It’s difficult to put a finger on just exactly what it means to be a packer. A good portion of a packer’s identity can be defined in the broad strokes of the packer description, but there are finer nuances between the lines (and legs) of each packer that can’t be generalized to them all or fully explained in this space. So let’s just stick to the broad strokes and leave details of the packin’ between the hot, pistol packing lesbos and their lady loves.

All packers have a penchant for wearing men’s clothes from shoes to belts and jackets. Men’s wallets, especially those on chains, are very appealing to the packer. It is a safe bet that your packer totes pocket knife and shyes away from gaudy accessories. The only jewelry her tough and rugged ears will ever see are simple wire hoops or perhaps a simple diamond stud on a special occasion. Short hair is not a necessity to the identity of a packer but is usually the norm and everyday is a good day for a ball cap.

The packer has the hardest lot of almost all lesbians because they are only

attracted to, and usually addictively so, to the lipstick and the poodle. Because of this, they often are in a hurry to get home lest they be in trouble for prowling around and wasting time.

They not only hold down jobs, they have to keep the home fires burning for their high maintenance love interests. Don’t feel too sorry for them though, they are willing to be pussy whipped as long as they get to keep their toys, tools, egos and watch football on occasion.

Their poodles usually make sure that they have nice clothes to wear so clothes or gift certificates are not a good idea for a Christmas gift. Tools are always a safe bet but a bit boring. The best thing you could do for a packer is set her poodle up with another poodle for a day of shopping so that the Packer can sneak off to the local sports bar and enjoy a beer in peace with her buddies.

Or consider making a donation in the packer’s name to one of the many GLBT-rights organizations such as the Tennessee Equality Project, the Tennessee Transgender Political Coalition or national groups such as PFLAG and the Human Rights Campaign. CI

He thinks he’s a metrosexual. She just really likes softball. But we know they’re both a few tequila shots away from the truth. And we also know what they’re going through, so help them reach their full potential with some therapy sessions from Life Coach Batya Winninger.

Wininger focuses on helping people achieve their goals by making positive life changes and breaking through the creative blocks that stifle many of us, fence-sitters included. Assure him that it isn’t therapy. Winnnger helps people find their muse. Get more information about Wininger’s services at upositive.com.

Purchase a few sessions for your closeted friend to help him or her think ‘outside the box.’ And by box, we mean closet.

We also suggest that you set that boy, um, straight with some tunes that will showcase his not-quite-out side while also shielding him from the upstairs neighbor’s contempt. In other words, dial up some Rufus Wainright.

In addition to his new CD, “Release the Stars,” Wainright has come out with “Rufus Does Judy at Carnegie Hall,” a tribute to the legend’s double-album performance at the famed New York venue.

Just think of how liberated, in an unliberated way, your favorite closeted feller will feel as he prances

about his abode singing “Over the Rainbow,” Come Rain or Come Shine” and “Zing Went the Strings of My Heart” along with another man.

Available at your favorite gay-operated retail outlet or online at www.amazon.com and other outlets.

May we also suggest a home subscription to O&AN? For the closet-gay on the go who can’t dare be seen picking up a GLBT publication, we’ll deliver to their door in subtly wrapped packaging. Our articles and advertisers could inform and inspire your friend to open the door to our fabulous world. Click subscriptions at outandaboutnewspaper.com. JM

He thinks he’s a metrosexual. She just really likes softball. But we know they’re both a few tequila shots away from the truth.

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Everyone’s favorite activist is plenty busy these days with protests running the gamut to discriminatory marriage-related legislation to a stocking full of other worthy causes.

Not to pick and choose, but if you’re looking at something that affects everyone, and is sure to light a fire under anyone with civil disobedience on the brain, consider a copy of Al Gore’s “An Inconvenient Truth” for under the tree.

Sure, the documentary got a lot of attention, not to mention Oscars for Gore and the gifted

Melissa Etheridge, but the message remains the same: One planet, limited resources, and we’re screwing it up royally. Available everywhere imaginable, except maybe the newly GOP Tennessee state legislature.

Sometimes it’s good to take a break from fighting the really big, important battles and remember that just taking the recycling out to the Curby helps, too.

It is easy for an activisty gay to lose sight of his own best interests whilst worrying about

philanthropy and political correctness, so another good gift idea is to help him get rid of some of that tension with a gift certificate for a massage.

There are many licensed massage therapists in the GLBT community who would gladly work some of the knots out of the kneck of your little do-gooder. Two great de-stressers are; Brian Johnston, LMT, (615.714.2966) and the staff at Stepping Stone Massage Clinic (615.866.9173). JM

activist

A gay person who finds more personal validation at a protest holding a picket sign than they would at a bar holding a Bud light. Activist gays are some of society’s most active contributors. The do-gooders are always on the lookout for a new cause and are likely silent donors to, or board members of, many important service and/or civil rights groups. They may be seen as aloof from the gay scene because their predisposition lies not in celebrity gossip or HGTV but in more substantive issues.

Top your list with these gizmos and gadgets from our Gadget Guru

The Holidays are just around the corner - AGAIN. Once again this year, I’m here to share my favorite technology gadgets for all those gadget geeks on Santa’s list.

1) Peek - With all the Smartphone and PDA options out here, it’s easy to get confused and get talked into a device that is way too complicated for you. The Peek is a new device that is simple - email ONLY.

It works over the phone networks but isn’t a phone. You can link up to three

email accounts and it is just for email. No phone, no picture messages, no surfing the internet, just email. It is simple, easy to use and the service only costs $19.95 a month - much less than the data plans with many of the other services like BlackBerry and iPhone.

It’s 4”x2.7”x.04” and weighs 3.8 oz. It holds up to 8MB of data which is quite a but when it comes to email. It’s available online and at local Target stores. Cost for the device is $79.99. More details can be found online at getpeek.com.

2) Wii - First of all - let me say one thing. I am not a video game player. Most of the time they make me a nervous wreck and require a trip to the chiropractor or masseuse afterwards.

Wii on the other hand - it’s relaxing and so much fun to play. Wii is played using hand-held controller that moves the player on the screen. You make a bowling motion and the bowling ball rolls down the alley, you swing the controller like a tennis racket and it hits the ball.

There are many other accessories you can buy - wheels for driving, guns for shooting, etc. If you haven’t tried it, find a kid that has one and try it out. One game of bowling or MarioKart and you’ll be hooked - trust me.

It costs $249 and very few places have any deals on this one - it’s a hot item and there are few of them around. And a word of advice - buy an extra controller while you’re buying the Wii. It’s so much easier to play without switching the one included controller back and forth. More information can be found at nintendo.com/wii.

3) Flip Mino HD - You might remember this little camcorder from last year’s list. Well there has been an upgrade. It’s still an awesome little camcorder but now it’s the world’s smallest HD camcorder.

It can record up to 60 minutes of high definition video (only 720p but still great quality). It uses flash memory

instead of tapes or a hard drive to record and only has 8 simple buttons which are touch sensitive. It has a little USB dongle that flips out to hook up to your computer to transfer the video via Flip Video’s included software.

You can upload to YouTube or AOL Video or post to a website without much work at all. You can also play the video instantly on your TV with the included component cable. It is about the size of a small compact camera (3.94” x 1.97” x 0.63”) and can slip into a pocket for ready access.

The camcorder is powered by a rechargeable battery which charges through the USB port on your computer. The video quality is a huge improvement over the device that was just on my list last year. However, it’s still a simple camcorder. Just point and hit the record button - it’s that simple. This is a great gift for anyone in your life - as it is so easy to use.

Another very nice feature, you can customize your camcorder with your own pictures, patterns or designs on the manufacturer’s website. MSRP is $229.99 and more info can be found at theflip.com.

4) Nikon D90 Digital SLR camera - This camera is a high-end digital camera for those people who are serious about their photography. It’s the newest in Nikon’s “prosumer” line (people who are not professionals but

higher than your average consumer). It allows complete control like a film camera but also

allows for a totally automatic functioning if you want. It has a 12.3 MP CMOS imaging sensor, can shoot 4.5 frames a second, has a 3” LCD monitor for easy viewing and editing of your photos, autofocus with face recognition and will record high definition video (a first in the DSLR world).

I know all this is confusing, but for those of you that don’t know anything about all this, it’s the closest to a professional camera you are going to get. This

By Curt BucyGadget Guru

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lipstick

A slang term used to describe lesbian women who exhibit feminine qualities and gender attributes, such as wearing make-up (thus, lipstick), wearing dresses or skirts. Her interests usually include fashion, flowers, perfume, “Sex and the City,” lingerie, lipstick of course, and (gasp!) passionate sex with other women.

Probably the most classic term for a really feminine lesbian, Lipstick once used to encompass all purse carrying, make-up wearing, silk touting lesbians. Over time, it has been downsized to represent just the subset of feminine, professional, mature lesbians.

Though very femme, she is known to have at least one ball cap to pull her long, shiny hair through for a quick jaunt to the spa or gym.

She tends to mate with, or be attracted to, any other subset of lesbian as long as they are willing to cater to and coddle her. The Lipstick isn’t necessarily catered to in her professional life because at work she is usually in charge and proud of it. She knows how she likes things done and would prefer to do it herself “so that it is done right the first time!”

She may sound a little high maintenance, and I suppose based on my experience she is, but she is also worth every back breaking chore. For

any of you who have gone home with her lipstick on your proverbial collar, you know what I’m talking about.

Clearly, she’s not easy to shop for, so be sure to ask her what she wants under the tree. Whatever the request, odds are good that she’ll want it to be frou frou, and we know just where you can

find it - Metropolis. The east Nashville shoppe, located at 1017 Fatherland St., offers up fancy, sparkly and unnecessarily fabulous versions of just about anything

your lipstick wearing lady might want - from designer pens and journals to martini glasses, candles and a slew of home decor.

She will tell you exactly what she wants and will still act surprised when you get it for her. She is sweet that way. But if you foible, the essence of Lipstick will be revealed and you will be sleeping on the couch, so be sure to keep the receipt. CI

She may sound a little high maintenance, and I suppose based on my experience she is, but she is also worth every back breaking chore.

Marissa Watson &Stephanie McElvy


the boynext door

A young gay man who contains an adorable amount of innocence and shyness, all the while projecting a wholesome attractiveness and an unassuming attainability that make him the everyday dream of many men in the gay scene. Some young men may use the boy-next-door ploy to get their way, but more often than not, a genuine BND has a subtle charm that can’t be duplicated by an imposter.

Want to train that sweet young thing next door up right and make him the quality homosexual he ought to be? Then start stockpiling his collection with the classics.

Well, at least the John Waters classics.Start with “Hairspray,” both the original

and the new musical, just released on DVD. While the musical has its quality moments, it’s just hard to top Debbie Harry in a serious, bomb-laden Marie Antoinette wig. And don’t miss the Ric Ocasek/Pia Zadora cameo as swinging beat kids, kids.

And if all that’s not too over the top for our boy, throw in some classic DVDs like “The Women.” Every decade or so, the

newly out 20-somethings stumble upon this 1939 classic and shriek like nobody’s business. For anyone over 30 it can be a bit wearying to hear them mouthing all the good lines, but it’s all in good fun and a pretty harmless gay-man rite of passage.

Want to give your boy a gift that will last all year long? Season passes to the Tennessee Performing Arts Center or a year’s membership to the Frist Center are a perfect way to help him enjoy quality gay culture throughout the year. And, they provide him plenty of opportunities to ask you to come along. Visit TPAC.org and fristcenter.org for more information. JM

Jessie Maness


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Santa knows how to make his life easier and yours too. He shops at stepping stone massage clinic for all his massage gift cards. He knows by giving the gift of massage to the special people on his list and his hard working helpers that they know just how much they’re appreciated. With unbeatable pricing he can purchase a 60 min. for $40.00, 90 min for $60.00, and 120 min for $80.00. He can use his MasterCard, Visa, Discover or Debit card and pay by phone.

Stepping Stones can even save him time and a sleigh ride by mailing his gift cards to him or the lucky people on his list, that he knows love massage. Santa also knows that

Stepping Stones has the most convenient hours available; open 7 days a week 9:30 am until 8:30 pm. So be a smart Santa and call Stepping Stones Massage Clinic at 615-866-9173 and let us make your holiday a little easier. For more information about the types of massage offered, just give us a call.

Mary (owner of clinic) believes Christmas is more than a time of year. The gift of massage is essential to feeling refreshed, renewed and will remind you of the true meaning of giving and receiving in 2009.

Crazy Gas Prices Got You Down?Go Green and save gas with these 80

to 100 MPH Scooters.Have fun and look good doing it!

Many different Models to choose from and prices starting around $899.00. Give the gift that keeps on giving and

helps the environment as well!Located at 2605 Lebanon Rd in

Donelson, TN 37214. Serving you since 2000.

Call 615-874-8747 or visit www.ShopBCCycles.com for more information.

Holiday Staff Picks

Club CanineClub Canine was founded six years

ago. Our mission is to create the ability to communicate needs and expectations to your dog so he/she can be a happy and loving part of your family. We want your dog to be a willing participant in all aspects of your life. It is our goal to teach you and him/her in a way that creates a bond you may have never thought possible. Being a part of the family means

doing things that are expected, willingly. We at Club Canine teach you how to set those expectations in a praising, positive manner. We teach you how to live a praising lifestyle. Club Canine also offers a LIFETIME commitment to you for the life of your dog. We want committed and happy owners; with our program your dog can be a fun and happy member of the family. Call now for a FREE evaluation!


leather

Gay men who enjoy wearing leather clothing and accessories during sex. Consider it erotic fashion for the hedonist. The leather culture is sometimes connected to S&M activities, but not always. Leatherwear is thought to display heightened masculinity and an appropriation of sexual power.

Even if she’s doing shows five times a night, seven nights a week, there are only so many wig heads, teasing combs, crates of Aqua-Net and eyelash glue the drag queen on the go really needs.

But a girl can never get enough flowers from her devoted fans...I mean, friends. Buy your favorite queen a gift certificate from Blooming Boutique and have a fresh bouqet of flowers sent to her door monthly, weekly or every day if it fits into your budget - and you don’t mind looking like a stalker.

The shoppe also offers spa baskets with an assortment of soaps, lotions and the like to help your pal wash away the stress, sequence and socially-transmitted remnants of the bar scene. Visit thebloomingboutique.com for more gift ideas.

The busiest gal on the stage craves her

down time, and when those pumps come off and those hose go into the recycling bin, all she wants is quality time with other well-dressed, stylish divas.

And so what if there aren’t any around? Problem solved with the sixth season of “Sex and the City,” now out on DVD and available just about everywhere. And if the show’s already just too-yesterday’s-news

for our girl, go even further back and pick her up a copy of “Breakfast at Tiffany’s” “Roman Holiday” or “Sabrina.”

Every queen worth her lip liner knows that Audrey Hepburn

was, is and will always be the last word in chic.

The newer DVDs are on sale everywhere, and the classic titles can be found at various online outlets, or even check out eBay for some serious bargains. JM

dragqueen

A man who, generally for public entertainment, dons women’s clothes and adopts an overly feminine demeanor while on stage. A drag queen’s performance can range from a crass, sarcastic laugh fest to a more natural, subtle depiction of femininity. Performances are undeniably over-the-top because all good queens know, bigger is better.

What to give the leather man in your life?

It’s a valid question when most guys who are into leather are way into it, and have all the jackets, vests, kilts, chaps, harnesses and other assorted accoutrement they could ever want.

So get away from clothing and give ‘em something they can enjoy without worrying about cleaning, shrinkage or other hide-related issues. For some serious leather-related eye candy, stuff that stocking with the “Mr. Leather” DVD, a documentary by filmmaker Jason Garrett.

From contests to club life, the film takes a look at the leather subculture through interviews with the gents in the competitions, getting their thoughts on everything from hopes

and dreams to sexual philosophies.Want more? It’s hard to find, but

there’s also a good-sized paperback, “International Mr. Leather: 25 Years of Champions,” by Joseph W. Bean, which offers up some visuals well

worth looking at, and into.

Check out both titles on Amazon.com. You can reserve a copy of the book if one becomes available.

There are bookoos of reading materials available at OutLoud! Bookstore which celebrate and explore leather culture. You’ll surely find the perfect one for the leather man who has it all or for a leather newbie who’s looking to learn more. OutLoud! is located at 1703 Church St. in Nashville. JM

Every queen worth her lip liner knows that Audrey Hepburn was, is and will always be the last word in chic.

For some serious leather-related eye candy, stuff that stocking with the “Mr. Leather” DVD, a documentary by filmmaker Jason Garrett.

Happy Holidays!

Veronika Electronika Chris Callis Burks


bikerdyke

A lesbian who prefers to make her way through life at high speeds with a big, roaring engine between her legs.

Whether she’s on a Harley or a Honda, this lesbian is hard to keep in one place. If she’s not on her bike she is at home watching the weather channel to see which days are going to be perfect for racing with the wind. She may say that she rides her motorcycle to conserve fuel, but that’s a lie. She rides a motorcycle to feel hot and fearless - and to pick up chicks.

It virtually impossible to spot a bike dyke if she isn’t straddling her prized possession. But there is no mistaking her when you pull up beside her at a red light and she looks at you with childlike glee in their eye especially if

she’s decked out in her leather gear and fringy accessories.

Bike dykes tend to be self sufficient and prefer to do their own maintenance on their cycles so any maintenance related items are an ideal gift for the motorcycle enthusiast.

A set of Bridgestone tires makes a great gift to keep your biker safe on the road and to further assure her safety and give you peace of mind, buy her a ‘Lady Rider’ guardian bell from bs-discountmerchandise.com. The bells are said to keep gremlins away. Visit bridgestone.com for tire prices. CI

Dawn Mosley


the gymbunnies

A gay man or lesbian who spends an excessive amount of time in the gym to perfect their body. Gym bunnies can often be identified by buns of steel and trajectory triceps, especially when walking shirtless around the club, but will rarely be seen doing and heavy lifting outside the gym.

For those who know that crunch is more a candy bar, the gym isn’t a place to go, it’s a way of life.

Reward that muscle-bound beauty with, well, some more muscle-bound beauties.

Beefcake calendars are nothing new, but here are some wild new ones on the market that are well worth noticing. “Dieux de Stade” dates back to 2001, and translated means “Gods of the Stadium.” And boy, are they godlike. The calendars have been so successful that there are “making of ” videos, coffee table books and more, each and every one of which is guaranteed to make you doubt your self worth for weeks.

Want more? Then drool for a worthy charity with “Naked For a Cause” trots out nekkid Australians who’ve shucked their drawers for the McGrath Foundation, a breast-cancer charity Down Under. More Australian rugby flesh is available for the asking at www.godsoffootball.com.

And for those of you who just can’t stop watching “Latter Days,” check out “Mormons Exposed,” which raises cash

for Mormon-approved charities like the Salvation Army and Habitat for Humanity. (Given the Mormons’ views on homosexuality and their work on Proposition 8 in California, this raises an eyebrow or six, to say the least.)

For the female gym fanatics, we recommend “Provocateur: Women 2009” and the Sports Illustrated Swimsuit calendar, both of which caputure the elegance of female sexuality. If that wasn’t enough, the Sports Illustrated calendars come in several sizes including a deluxe wall calendar and a mini desk calendar.

In case your buff buddy is looking for a new, gay-friendly place to break a sweat we have two top recommendations: F.I.T. Gym and West Side Athletic Club. Both gyms offer a variety of classes to suit the taste of any gym bunny including F.I.T.’s spin, zumba and booty camp and West Side’s aquatic aerobics and tennis. Visit fit-nashville.com and wactn.com for class and membership pricing and treat your friend to a gift that will kick-start their new year. JM

cub

A young bear or bear-in-training. A cub is a husky, hairy, young gay man who may lack the experience, waist size or volume of hair to be a full-fledged bear. Although most bears are attracted to other bears, cubs are likely to be less focused in their mating rituals, often seeking courtship outside their natural habitat

Bear cubs are new to the whole nesting thing, but if you know some ample young thing who’s setting up his first cave, then go with a simple, stylish and necessary gift: dinnerware.

Why dinnerware, you ask? Well, if he’s going to lure himself in a big ol’ daddy bear, it’s going to take more than looks and charm. A well-laid (don’t say it) table is key to the process, and so we’ve got just the thing.

Maine Bear pottery is handmade, salt-glazed mugs, plates, creamers, platters and canisters with

bear profiles and markings. Suitable for everyday as well as that midnight buffet for a few close friends, these are bowls that nobody’s gonna steal your porridge out of. Available at www.thecompletebear.com.

Many cubs aren’t wholly committed to the ‘hair everywhere’ look just yet, so he might also benefit from a spa package from Men’s Services, a men’s only salon on Music Row. He can keep his furry image in check, at least with some brow waxing. Call the salon for details at 615.340.9301. JM

Dan Kocon &Stephanie McElvy

Bobby Zaidan


nerd

A nerd who also happens to be gay. Okay, this one is pretty self explanatory, but it is important to note that gay nerds are a rare find and hot gay nerds are even harder to come by. The gay nerd is often similar to, but not to be confused with, the pocket gay (a petite gay person so portable they could ‘fit in your pocket.’)

He’s adorably dorky with his cute glasses, man-bag full of techie gizmos and his huge...I.Q. What could be better than a low-key homo who can wipe out your computer virus, create you a personal Web site for some shameless self promotion and won’t mind spending all of his nights at home with you? Well, we can’t think of anything either, so delight your nerd with something to get his modem running.

Buy your boy Clocky, the Run-Away Alarm Clock, a clock radio that runs and hides after it goes off, thus ensuring that our little programmer doesn’t get to sleep in, and he may kiss you after he stops being cranky (and takes the thing apart to find out how it works.) Available at www.

sharperimage.com.Want to help your nerd update his

look without losing his geek-appeal? A gift certificate for a new pair of glasses from Visualeyes is a perfect gift to help him lose those tired old frames for something from the brands

of Fendi, Lindberg or Tom Ford. Visit corneaconsultants.com for more information.

If your gay nerd is a hottie - think Clark Kent without a Superman suit

under that short-sleeve button down shirt - you might want to buy him his own superhero costume. T-shirtmojo.com offers a Hot Gay Nerd t-shirt which reads “Are you a tease?” on the back. So what if converstaion t’s are cliche and completely lacking in fashion clout? That’s exactly why your nerd will love it. JM

He’s adorably dorky with his cute glasses, man-bag full of techie gizmos and his huge...I.Q.

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By James Vincent HuffOne-In-Teen Member

As the holidays approach, I think about what they mean to me. Considering that I am a vegetarian, Thanksgiving is out of the question, and as for Christmas, I just have to find a way to look past the way other people see it and try to view it from my own perspective. I am not, however, heartless, and I value those close to me very much. They are my Christmas. They are my holidays. I am forever grateful I have them year-round.

It is these people in my life, my friends, who are my family. They see me for who I am, and who I want to become. I owe them everything. Without my friends I wouldn’t be who I am. Without their willingness to help pick me up and show me what life is worth, I would still be a mess on the floor. So, whenever the holidays come around, I begin to value those closest to me and realize that it is they who matter the most in life, not material possessions.

My struggle has not, and will not be an easy task. I represent only one of very few young transgendered people in Nashville. But, without the support of my friends I would have never had the courage to figure out who I had always truly been. It just so happens that I met these people through One-In-Teen.

This organization is as old as I am, and I am grateful such a thing exists. One-In-Teen is a place where young people can be who they are, and find support in becoming who they are. I only wish I would have known about One-In-Teen sooner. If I had, who knows how much better off I would have been. As my footprint in the GLBT community continues to grow, one of my goals is to let every GLBT young person, or otherwise know that they are not alone. One-In-Teen is a place to grow, and be accepted. O&AN

What Christmas means to me

James Vincent Huff

Everyone knows what bears do in the woods, but they usually eat first.

Actually, when it comes down to it, bears like to sit down to a good meal, and most of ‘em are pretty handy around the kitchen, cookstove or campfire. So why not treat your favorite cuddly, fuzzy pal with “Bear Cookin’ - The Original Guide to Bear Comfort Foods,” by authors P.J. Gray and Stanley Hunter?

The 126-page tome offers up some serious home cooking, as well as hints, tributes to favorite foods, meal suggestions and more, and it’s all done with big ol’ hairy homos in mind! Among the offerings: burgers, meatloaf, biscuits with sausage gravy, pasta, potatoes, beans, muffins and bread, cheesecake, puddings and

pies, and homemade ice cream. In other words, quality representatives from each and every food group. So there.

It’s hibernation season, so give the gift that keeps on giving, even if

what it gives is a need for stretch-belt slacks. The book’s available at Barnes & Noble online, as well as other outlets.

If your bear likes to get out of

the house without leaving his cave-like comfort zone, a weekend getaway to the Timberfell Lodge would make a great gift. Located in Greeneville, Tenn., the lodge offers bears and their enthusiasts a cozy getaway with special activities planned throughout the year. Visit timberfell.com for more information. JM

bear

A gay man who is characterized physically by lots of body and facial hair and a cuddly, even portly, build. Many men who do not fit the physical description still identify themselves as bears based on their attitude - a sense of pride and comfort in their natural masculinity and a rejection of more common standards of gay-male attractiveness which many other gay men are enslaved to.

It’s hibernation season, so give the gift that keeps on giving, even if what it gives is a need for stretch-belt slacks.Darrell Callis Burks


nurturersSame-sex couples who have taken the plunge of all plunges, ventured into their different options of birth canals and now have kids.

Despite barriers to same-sex adoption, this sect of the gay world is becoming more and more popular and is definitely recognizable. In the interest of time, we’ll focus on the lesbian family.

You will recognize her by the Subaru wagon, Saturn wagon or minivan she’s driving. From the front her vehicle will look like any other suburban, soccer mom. It’s only when she cuts you off in traffic on her way to get her kid to school or Baby Gymboree that you’ll see the HRC bumper stickers on the back and know she is a lesbian with a family and not the typical Republican mom on her way to shop in Green Hills Mall.

The back of the wagon is likely filled to the brim with the baby strollers, diaper bags, changes of clothes and pack n’ plays that every mother would have. But additionally, there is most likely the softball gear bag, a tool box and a bowling bag that

more masculine of the two moms has stowed away. You never know when a softball game may break out.

These ladies tend to give it all to their children and family so give them things just for them as a couple. Certificates for dinner for two at Nashville’s Red Restaurant, located at 1515 Church St., or tickets to the Nashville Symphony could offer the moms a nice excuse to get out of the house for some time alone to remind themselves why they decided to get together in the first place. Visit nashvillesymphony.org for ticket pricing.

Moms on-the-go would likely appreciate a gift that takes some of the work off their plate. Consider giving them certificates for pet grooming from Country Critters Pet Pawlor located at 939 Richards Rd. Antioch. CI

Special thanks to photographer Devi Sanford (left) and her assistants Kathy Hughey and Amy Allen for their contribution to the HoliGay Gift Guide. Sanford, a California native, worked in San Francisco and New York before settling in Nashville in 1998. Her past clients include world-renowned Annie Leibovitz’ Studio, Norwegian Cruise Lines, Sesame Street Productions, Gray Advertising, The North Face, MTV and many others. devisanford.com

Angie & Carol Smith with their son Ben


dragking

A woman who, generally for public entertainment, dons men’s clothes and adopts a stereotypically masculine demeanor while on stage. As with drag queens, a drag king’s performance can range from a silly, overdone parody to a more natural, subtle depiction of masculinity.

By Lauren PetrContributor and Registered Dietitian

Have a cranberry merry Christmas

Cranberries are the perfect ingredient for Christmas cooking as they add a festive bright hue and desirable tartness to any dish. From savory meats to delectable desserts, you can use this versatile berry in so many ways.

Additionally, fresh cranberries - which contain the highest levels of beneficial nutrients - are at their finest for flavor during the holiday season. Here are two Christmas-perfect dishes that feature this in-season fruit.

Pork Tenderloin with Dried Cranberry and Port Sauce 4 servings

1 large yellow onion, coarsely chopped2 lbs. boneless pork tenderloin1 Tbsp. olive oil1/2 cup Tawny Port Wine1/4 cup fresh orange juice2 tsp. red wine vinegar1 1/2 cups dried cranberries 1. Preheat oven to 425 degrees. 2. Pat pork dry and season with salt and pepper. 3. Heat the oil in a large, oven-proof skillet over moderately high heat until hot, but not smoking. Sear the pork on all sides to brown. Transfer pork to a plate, and add onion to the skillet. Reduce heat to medium and cook until golden, stirring frequently. 4. Add Port, orange juice and vinegar. Simmer, stirring continuously, for 2 minutes. Add cranberries and return pork to the skillet. Bring sauce to a boil and then transfer the skillet to the oven. 5. Roast pork until a meat thermometer registers 155 degrees, roughly 25-30 minutes. Remove pork and place on a cutting board. Cover loosely with foil and let stand before slicing, about 10 minutes. Spoon cranberry and onion mixture over pork slices and serve.

Cranberry Gelatin SaladServes 6

2 boxes Raspberry Jell-O1 Granny Smith apple2 celery stalks6 oz fresh cranberries1/2 cup pecans1 Orange

Get all the salad ingredients ready - dice apples and celery into small cubes; finely chop fresh cranberries and pecans, or place in a food processor. Place apples, celery, pecans and cranberries into a medium bowl. Using a vegetable peeler, with light pressure peel 1/2 of the orange’s skin, being careful to take only the orange part of the peel and not the white. With a sharp knife, slice the peel into very thin strips. Reserve a few long strips for garnish, then chop the remaining orange zest and mix into the cranberry mixture. Stir well and refrigerate until needed.

Boil at least 2 cups of water. In the meantime, pour contents of both Jell-O containers into a large bowl. Whisk in 2 cups of boiling water and stir until all powder is dissolved, about 2 minutes. Add 2 additional cups of cold water and stir. Transfer Jell-O mix to a serving bowl or dish*, cover, and place in refrigerator for about 1 hour. After an hour, gently stir in cranberry mixture and recover. Place salad back into the fridge and let chill until gelatin has set completely, about 3 hours.

*For serving, transfer to the serving bowl of choice. Suggestions include a medium sized decorative glass bowl, a 9 x 11 baking dish, or small individual dessert cups. For the baking dish, once Jell-O is set, cut into squares and serve on dessert plates. Add whipped topping or leftover orange zest if desired.

Lauren Petr, Plumgood Food’s registered dietician, answers questions about diet and nutrition for all Plumgood customers, free of charge. Lauren also can develop personalized meal and dietary plans for individual customers for an added fee. For more information, visit www.plumgood.com or contact Lauren at [email protected]. O&AN

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It seems that, for whatever reason, drag queens have been stealing the limelight from drag kings for years. They headline at more bars, lead more parades and emcee at more Pride events than do their butch counterparts.

I don’t have the answers for you so you’ll have to go asking somewhere else, but I can tell you that the kings need some love, too. They deserve our respect for being able to strap down their “girls” tight enough to fit under a breast plate. It’s a lot harder to hide voluptuous curves than it is to create them. And try buying a beard that looks realistic.

Since your king needs to be out rubbing elbows so he can slate some public

appearances to rival the queens, a scooter from BC Cycles would make a perfect gift this Christmas.Visit shopbccycles.com for pricing.

Buying men’s clothes is easy enough, but it takes talent to look studly in them and not like a 12-year-old boy or your uncle Cecil. So reward your king with gifts that will make it easier to look studly on stage.

A subscription to GQ Magazine could help him bone up on the latest trends in fashion so he can ooze testosterone and swoon tips out of the audience. Visit gq.com for subscription information. Throw some Ace bandages and a roll of duct tape into his stocking and he’s set for another round of performances. CI

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Nashville Ballet unveils Victorian era Nutcracker

poodle

A very feminine lesbian quite similar to a lipstick lesbian, but in the early stages of her lesbian career. Poodles are typically high maintenance, self indulgent and expensive to entertain and maintain - and will likely tell you they’re worth every pretty penny.

Poodles are the younger, more modern, and often times urban version of the lipstick lesbian. Ms. Poodle is most likely in the early stages of her lesbianism and well on her way to embracing the lipstick term later in life. Meaning she is already bossing people, working others, and manipulating the few she needs to get to the top of her career.

She doesn’t leave the house without looking like the bombshell she knows she is. She even arrives at the gym in full make-up and hair, only to take it off with make-up remover before taking a swim. If she’s there for aerobics class in one of those rooms with mirrors, the make up stays on and she works out dabbing her face with a towel in between high and low steps. A little diva-ish? You betcha, but boy is she a beautiful glistening sight. (Yes, glistening, because poodles never sweat.)

She only mates with the subset, Packer, who must cater to all of her requests

including, but not limited to, household chores, car maintenance, lawn care, morning coffee and even grocery shopping. Not that she isn’t capable of doing these things for herself, she just doesn’t want to be bothered. Because of this characteristic, she chooses her packer carefully.

It’s hard to shop for the girl who has everything and must have it her way, so you might want to get her a gift that she can keep on the shelf until she’s good and ready to use

it. We suggest buying her a certificate for limousine services from About Town Limo so that she can organize, plan and coordinate a night out on the town with her friends.

For the rest of her wish list, get whatever she says, everything she says and then add jewelry. But nothing you’ve seen advertised on T.V. It just won’t do for her to have the same piece of jewelry that every Southern Baptist minister’s wife will be receiving for Christmas. CI

Ms. Poodle is most likely in the early stages of her lesbianism and well on her way to embracing the lipstick term later in life.

The old version of Nutcracker

has delighted thousands of Middle Tennesseans for

more than 18 years. The new production

maintains the classic story with all the familiar music, played by the Nashville Symphony, but adds a bit of Nashville flavor to the brand-new sets and costumes. This version will be set during the Victorian era at the time of the 1897 Tennessee Centennial Exposition.

The audience will recognize many local influences, such as the Parthenon in the opening scene and Shelby Bottoms Pond, as the characters travel to Clara’s home. The Stalbaum’s home is based on the interior of the Belle Meade Mansion, and many historical figures and families have been included.

Nashville Ballet Artist Director Paul Vasterling visualized this more locally based concept and choreography for the new version of Nutcracker and brought together a team of respected designers to transport this new show from the drawing board to completion. The set design was created by Shigeru Yaji, costume design was conceived by Campbell Baird and the lighting was designed by Scott Leathers.

Opening Night will be the hottest ticket in town with the celebration including two special events. All opening night ticket holders are invited to stroll through the 300 foot tent, which will contain an 1897 Centennial Christmas Festival, “A Streetscape,” which will take you back to downtown Nashville as it might have been on a December night just before Christmas, in 1897. Imagine walking into a “real-life” holiday snow scene as you and your family stroll through the huge snow drifts with snowflakes falling lightly to the ground.

The streets near TPAC will be closed for this one night only to allow people to tip-toe through the retrospective street scene with snowflakes, window shopping at the stylized mercantile store fronts and

indulging in the aroma of roasted chestnuts on the Main Square. Watch the graceful ice skaters and take a moment to speak with Santa before you enter the lobby of TPAC for the premiere of Nashville’s Nutcracker.

Mayor Karl Dean and his wife Anne are the honorary guests for a gala dinner, hosted by Nashville Ballet supporters, at the luxurious Hermitage Hotel. This elegant gala pre-performance dinner will start at 5:30 p.m. with a cocktail reception. Step back into time with a turn-of-the-century three course meal, followed by a champagne dessert reception during intermission. Friday, Dec. 12, will be a once-in-a lifetime event (the $500 per plate cost includes a premium ticket to the

performance). For gala information, please contact the Ballet at 615-297-2966, ext. 30.

Single tickets are currently on sale, with prices ranging from $21.50 - $72.50. Opening Night tickets will be priced from $31.50 - $82.50. Tickets are available by calling 615-255-ARTS, ordering online at Ticketmaster.com or in person at the TPAC box office downtown or at Davis-Kidd Booksellers in The Mall of Green Hills, or by visiting www.nashvilleballet.com. Groups of ten or more receive a 20% discount and can order through Nashville Ballet by calling 615-297-2966, ext. 10 or emailing [email protected].

Charitable support has been provided by the Nutcracker Capital Campaign,

O&AN Staff Report

Marissa Watson

Eric Harris (Uncle Drosselmeyer) workingwith Artistic Director Paul Vasterling

Photo by Heather Thorne

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Holiday Staff Picks

The BloomingBoutique

Barry A. Noland Photography

Whether it’s a ravishing centerpiece for your holiday table, festive décor to accentuate your fireplace, that one exquisite ornament to take to a tree trimming, or a breathtaking assortment of flowers to give to your mother, this year, The Blooming Boutique is sure to have it all!

Located at 4507 Charlotte Ave, this

is not your typical flower shop—The Blooming Boutique offers only the finest floral arrangements and gifts, always with sophistication, elegance, and style! For more holiday décor and gift ideas, call 615-383-4310 or visit our website www.TheBloomingBoutique.com.

Barry A. Noland was born and raised in the southern Illinois town of Cairo. His passion for popular music drove him to pursue a college minor in music business and his desire to become a songwriter that eventually led him to find his niche as a photographer. In the late 90s Barry began to seriously pursue a modeling career as a means to finance his songwriting efforts in addition to his regular daily job. This created opportunities to work with many established photographers in the US and

Canada and gave him the chance to experiment on both sides of the camera. Encouraged by more experienced photographers who recognized his talent, Barry decided to pursue commercial and art photography as a second vocation. Barry has become a regular contributor of his art to local Nashville charity functions – including annual fundraisers for HIV/AIDS, cancer, civil rights and music education. barryanoland.com


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SmALL offiCE SPACE for Lease Small office space for lease beginning August 1. $350 monthly rent includes utilities and internet. Space is approximately 10 x 11. Perfect for professional just starting business. Join other tenants which include Out & About Newspaper and One-in-Teen, Inc., close to East Nashville in Inglewood. 617 Hart Lane. To view or inquires call Joey Leslie at 615-596-6210. [email protected]

An EyE 4 ChAnGE Home Staging Services GLBT Chamber member Gary Baugher sees your home through the eyes of potential buyers. Homeowners and realtors benefit when homes sell fast and for top dollar. Call today and put your home above the competition. 615-525-3388 [email protected] www.aneye4change.com

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hoLy TriniTy CommuniTy ChurCh An affirming Christian community that ministers to all people without regard to race, gender, sexual orientation or social status. 6727 Charlotte Pike, Nashville, TN 37209, 615-352-3838. www.HolyTrinityCommunityChurch.com

ThE ChurCh of ThE LivinG WATEr 731 South Dickerson Pike Goodlettsville, TN 37072 Pastor: 615-948-2679 [email protected] www.clwnashville.org

WESTSiDE uniTAriAn univErSALiST ChurCh We affirm the inherent worth and dignity of ALL people. Please join us! 616 Fretz Road, Farragut, 865-777-9882 www.westknoxuu.org

rED rESTAurAnT 1515 Church Street. Nashville, TN Right next to Tribe. Serving Sunday Brunch 11:30-3. Serving Dinner Sunday-Thursday, 5-10; Friday-Saturday, 5-11. www.tribenashville.com/dining.html

BriDGESTonE Where technology drives the tire. www.bridgestone.com

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TAx PrEPArATion, accounting, business and personal financial advisory services Joyce Peacock, owner/president of Peacock Financial Services, Inc., is a certified financial planner (CFP) and tax practitioner enrolled to practice before the IRS. She graduated from Furman University and Denver’s College for Financial Planning and has over 30 years of experience in the financial field. Peacock Financial, Inc. 2723 Berrywood Drive, Nashville, TN 37204 615-783-0050 [email protected]

DivErSiTy TrAininG in the Workplace Diversity Builder provides a customized workplace diversity training program to meet all corporate, small business, and organization needs. Topics include: Cultural Diversity, Sexual Orientation in the Workplace, Gender Identity, Spirituality at Work, Disability, and much more. 615-794-5047 [email protected] www.diversitybuilder.com

vAnDErBiLT hiv vACCinE ProGrAm The Vanderbilt HIV Vaccine Program is asking healthy, uninfected people from all backgrounds to help find a vaccine to prevent HIV. You cannot get HIV from the vaccine. You should be available for 12-18 months. You will be compensated for your time. Call 322-HOPE (322-4673) or 1-888-559-HOPE for more information. www.hivvaccineresearch.com

CASh for ninTEnDo GAmES Cash paid for Nintendo Games and Systems. Wanted to buy Nintendo DS, Game Boy, Super Nintendo and more. Please email me what you have for sale: [email protected] www.diversitybuilder.com

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LookinG for roommATE Gay white female seeking same for roommate. Please call Micki 615-730-9372

SWEET–SimPLE–PurE SGWM Seeking Only Good, Kind, True Man! Write Charles Watts #269479, P.O. Box 549, Whiteville, TN 38075 - My Photo and Pleasure Will Follow!!!

GAyELLoW PAGES Available at OutLoud! or visit www.gayellowpages.com to order direct. The ORIGINAL Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual and Transgender Information Resource since 1973 GAYELLOW PAGES (TM) USA & CANADA directory of organizations, businesses, resources, etc. for the Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual, Transgender, Intersexed and proudly Queer Community. [email protected] www.gayellowpages.com

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BArT DurhAm, inJury ATTornEyS Justice is your right and we demand it 615-242-9000 www.bartdurham.com

mEDiATion, LEGAL & ConSuLTinG SErviCES—Family and Business Benjamin Papa, Attorney at Law. Practice focused on family law, elder law, estate planning, and mediation. Free initial consultation. 615-236-1488. [email protected] www.forwardfocusmediation.com

PATriCiA SnyDEr, ATTornEy AT LAW No charge for initial consultation. 2401 White Avenue Nashville, TN 37204 (615) 279-4411 patriciasnyderlaw.com/default.htm

ruBEnfELD & ASSoCiATES. Attorneys at Law Serving the community since 1979. 2409 Hillsboro Road Suite 200 Nashville, TN 37212 [email protected]

SALAS SLoCum LAW GrouP The firm’s focus is bankruptcy, and they have over 12 years of combined bankruptcy experience. The attorneys and staff of Salas Slocum Law Group are committed to quality and efficient legal service for individuals and businesses facing financial difficulties. Maria Salas, Attorney. 615-244-6246.1611 16th Ave. Nashville, TN 37212 www.salasslocumlaw.com

vACATion homE in nC mounTAinS Gated Gay & Lesbian Community near Boone, NC. 2160 sf log sided cabin in Paradise. www.719carefreecove.homestead.com

hEALTh inSurAnCE for GLBT self-employed and small businesses Low premiums, comprehensive coverage. Health, life and dental insurance for everyone! R.J. Stillwell, Regional Director, National Business Association. Call today for a FREE quote! 615-256-8667 or [email protected].

your friend in the GLBT community. Todd Smith, State Farm Agent, can fulfill all your needs, insurance and financial: Auto, Home, Renters, Condos, Life, Retirement, Long term care. Call Todd at 615-446-6070 or toll free 866-446-6070 to see what he can do for you today. 24/7 [email protected]

ABouT ToWn Limo—Arrive in Style GLBT owned. Call Jeff Shaver at 615-330-6885 or Sheila at 615-424-6924

PfLAG nAShviLLE Help Mom & Dad Out! PFLAG Nashville welcomes you and especially your parents to Scarritt-Bennett Center the third Tuesday of each month. www.pflagnashville.org

Smoky mounTAin roDEo ASSoCiATion SMRA is an all-volunteer, non-profit organization that promotes education and enjoyment of the western lifestyle and the production of fundraising events with the commitment to raise funds for charitable organizations within our community. [email protected] www.smra.net


Holiday Staff Picks

Relax the Back

Frist for the Holidays

Looking for a gift that guarantees less stress, greater comfort, and healthful living? Relax the Back’s Inversion Table is the gift for you!

There are many overall health benefits of inversion (its been around for 2000 yrs).

WITH CONSISTENT USE & INVERTEDTO ONLY 15 degrees:• Yourbraingets20%moreoxygen• Thesmallermusclesgetstretched which gives you more mobility• Yourimmunesystemgetsaboost because it is a passive system and when you invert, the lymphatic fluid gets a free ride back to the heart and so is more evenly distributed.• Theorgansinyourabdominalcavity shift back into their original locations and so your digestion is better as well as overall blood flow to the liver, spleen, etc.

• Thevertebraemoveoffofthediscsso the actual disc gets better nutrition which allows it to become healthier and repair itself faster.• YourbodywillNOTlosethose2 inches of average height over your lifespan (because the discs remain healthy and thick)• Herniateddiscsareabletorepair themselves faster and more completely• Painisreducedsignificantlybecause the disc is no longer pushing on the nerve• Inversionisliketraction,movingthe vertebrae apart. The result is a longer time between painful episodes.

The Inversion Table from Relax the Back

– more than a gift! For more information on this product and more, please visit www.relaxtheback.com.

A shopping trip to the Frist Center Gift Shop is a journey into a dazzling array of specialty merchandise at a wide range of prices. The shop features an ever-changing inventory of one-of-a-kind gifts of art, culture and history. Choose from beautiful handcrafted jewelry, decorative pieces from around the world, framed prints and posters, a wide assortment of children’s gifts, art kits, stationery, and plenty of books and videos. It’s the perfect place to find perfect gifts for the holidays.

Visit often as our inventory changes with each exhibition. Free gift wrapping. Come on Thursday or Friday nights (5:00-9:00 p.m.) through the end of the year and receive 15% off your entire purchase!

To contact the Gift Shop, visit [email protected] or call 615-744-3990.

And, an Annual Membership to the Frist Center is the gift that continues giving through every new exhibition. Visit fristcenter.org for details or stop by the Frist Center today.

Happy Holidays!

camera is ready for you whether you are an advanced photographer who is ready to go to the next level or a beginner - believe me, it takes amazing pictures regardless of your skill level. However, it doesn’t come with a cheap price tag.

The body alone costs $999 and there are kit options which include a lens (like the one I tested which includes a very versatile 18-105mm Nikkor lens) for

around $1200. Prices vary greatly online and there are deals to be had.This camera has a million lens options so it’s best you do online research and see which lens or lenses will best suit your needs if you’re going to spent this amount of money on a camera. Amazon had some great prices at press time. More information can be found at nikonusa.com. O&AN

co-chaired by Mrs. Ralph Davis and Mrs. Annette Eskind. Major supporters of Nashville’s Ballet’s Nutcracker are the Ingram Charitable Trust, HCA/TriStar as Founding Presenting Sponsor, the Martin Foundation as Founding Costume Sponsor and Regions Foundation as Founding Special Effects Sponsor. Additional support for Nashville’s Nutcracker; A Centennial Christmas, has been provided by Publix Supermarkets Charities. O&AN

Nutcracker at Jackson Hall–TPACDec. 12-14, 19-21, 2008

Friday, Dec. 12 at 8:00 pm (Opening Night)

Saturday, Dec. 13 at 2:00 pm & 7:00 pm

Sunday, Dec. 14 at 2:00 pm & 7:00 pm

Friday, Dec. 19 at 2:00 pm & 7:00 pm

Saturday Dec. 20 at 2:00 pm & 7:00 pm

Sunday, Dec. 21 at 2:00 pm & 7:00 pm

Sadie Harris as Sugar Plum andKyra Manayan as Clara

Photo by Heather Thorne

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