Turn Your Heart To the Light by Belenen

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Anal love must be in the air because I have been receiving an influx in questions related to the subject. I thought I would go ahead and give some helpful tips for you anal beginners out there.

Here are the rules:
1. Any and all anal activity should be enjoyed by bother partners. It isn’t something to be tolerated until it’s over.

2. Always use PLENTY of lube before you stick anything in your butt. You can never use too much.  Go with a water based formula.  It is compatible with all toy types and condoms.

3. Toys used during anal play MUST have a flared base or retrieval cord. This prevents your toy from going “too far”. Need I say more?

You definitely want to work your way up to anal intercourse.  Small butt plugs are ideal for getting started. They go in and stay and let your muscles relax a bit.   I prefer butt plugs in the early stage of booty fun because they are hands free.  This gives you the opportunity to stimulate your, or your partner’s, naughty bits simultaneously.

Once you’re more than comfortable with a wee sized butt plug, move on to a base bearing dildo.   A dildo gives you the opportunity t oengage in a little thrusting action, simulating anal sex.  Start with finger sized toys and keep moving up until you’re ready for the big day.

Always clean your toys, cocks and butt holes before and after.  Cleanliness is key.  Infections are not sexy!  Never ever under any circumstances go back and forth between your ass and your pussy with any toy or body part without proper cleaning up in between.  I prefer to keep my anal toys separate from the rest of my collection.  Some people are comfortable with using their silicone and glass toys for both vaginal and anal play (they still clean between uses).  With silicone toys, boil for about 5 minutes or run through the dishwasher – top wrack and no detergent.  A dishwasher run works for glass toys too, or you can wash with soap and water.  Other materials tend to be porous and harbor bacteria.  Clean them and cover with a fresh condom every time.

If it hurts, that means you need to slow down or stop.  You can always try again another time.  There are times when your body just isn’t going to relax and that is okay.

Take these bits of advice and you’ll be well on your way to a healthy and happy anal sex life.  Enjoy!

Ginger and I are both huge fans of classic porn clips and talk about them pretty frequently.  I thought it would be fun to do the occasional review on the blog to highlight some of our favorites!

While you can always find tons of great DVDs on sextoys.com a lot of these film loops from the golden age of porn can only be found on VOD sites unless you happen to have a projector and box of film reels in your basement!

First up I want to highlight this amazing clip that features industry superstar Ginger Lynn.  She was one of the hottest stars of the 80s and recently starting shooting again.  Fans like me were thrilled to see her in action again and she definitely proves that women are indeed like a fine wine!

Besides Lynn herself, the first thing that caught my eye was how well preserved this movie is.  A lot of this old stuff can’t compare to today’s High Def features, but Hot Box is in great shape.

Now, onto the actual review!  Hot Box is only seven minutes long, but that’s all that’s needed to see why Lynn is such a huge star.  She’s absolutely stunning with her platinum hair, red lips and perfect body.

I absolutely loved the blow job scene, she swallows her partner’s cock with ease as she stares into the camera.  She’s one of those women who is powerful enough to have every sucker like me thinking she’s staring right at me the whole time.  It’s awesome.

In the end, she takes a load to the chest as she smiles into the camera.   This is a really great example of why Lynn still has a huge fan base and why people seek out this classic footage!

I know it may come as a shock, but its true.

Not A Flotation Device

In case you hadn’t heard, a couple used blow dolls to float down the Yarra River in Australia.  Apparently the female half encountered some turbulent waters and away went the love doll.  She clung to a tree and the rest is history.  You can read the full story here.

2010 has been an interesting year.  I’m not going to lie and say it was all fabulous, but there certainly were some awesome events and moments.  I turned 30, which I am happy about and I beefed up my sex toy collection.  I have yet to write a review for some one of these products, but it is coming soon.  Keep in mind, this isn’t a list of toys that were released in 2010, they are the toys I enjoyed the most.

Tantus Curve. This mid-sized silicone dildo is great for g-spot stimulation.  It isn’t the only toy I use when I’m in the mood for g-spot play, but I certainly reach for it quite a bit.  I’ve never met a Tantus toy I didn’t like, but I especially like that the Curve is so easy to handle.  The angle is perfect for reaching your g-spot without having to contort your wrist and the base is nice and wide.  It is super flexible and I imagine it would make for a great strap-on dildo.  As with all Tantus toys, it is Phthalates free and hypoallergenic.

Sqweel by Love Honey. I love the Sqweel for being both unique and an overall awesome toy.  A product can be totally different from anything else, but still suck.  Not the case here.  It creates a one-of-a-kind non-vibratory lingering sensation on your clit and labia.  It’s also made from body safe materials; wheel-o-tongues from soft silicone and the casing from nonporous plastic.  You can easily take it apart for cleaning.  This isn’t a toy for quick orgasms and I totally dig that.

Mystic Wand by Vibratex. I LOVE this vibrator.  This is the sex toy that made me a lover of intense vibrations and taught me the meaning of deep vibrations.  I always thought I was “too sensitive” for high powered toys.  The Mystic Wand made me realize it was simply the type of vibration that wasn’t right for me.  The rich vibrations are simply divine.  No, it is not as intense as the Hitachi. Aside from the fact that I just think this vibrator is the shit when it comes to masturbating, it is also a well made toy.  Excluding the control panel, the exterior is made from silicone.  The head is flexible enough to move with you, but still allows for pressure on your clit.  As wand massagers go, it is small and lightweight (length: 8 1/4 in, weight: 1/2 lb).  This one is battery powered, but a rechargeable version exists.   Thanks for the orgasms, Vibratex.

Pink Water. I have owned my bottle of Pink Lube for a while, but it has definitely been my lube of choice this year.  It is a simple not too thick or too thin water based lube.  The pump makes it easy to apply and it isn’t runny.  It is fairly long lasting and doesn’t have any taste or smell.  What I love most about it is that it doesn’t get sticky.  For me, that means I’ll choose it over a thicker slicker lube.  Another huge plus for Pink Water is the fact that it is glycerin and paraben free, which is a must with my sensitive skin.

Lovemoiselle Aveline. This ceramic g-spot dildo gets used far more than I imagined it would.  Before bringing the Aveline home, I wasn’t terribly impressed.  It became one of my favorite toys as soon as I used it.  I love the firm texture and how the gentle curve manages to massage the g-spot.  It appears simple in shape, but offers a lot in the way of internal stimulation.  Ceramic is a nonporous material that quickly heats to your body temperature and doesn’t absorb lube too quickly.  While performance is more important than looks, the Aveline is a pretty dildo.  It comes in a foam lined box and a soft drawstring pouch is included.  Proper storage is important!

That’s it for 2010.  I hope everyone has a safe and happy New Year!

Have a wonderful and safe holiday!

This is just a quick note to let you know that Sextoys.com is going to have an awesome Black Friday sale!

To hell with fighting the crowds.  Stay home and shop for sex toys online.  Your purchase will be far more satisfying and you won’t have to get in a fist fight over a parking spot or the last iced tea maker.  AND you’ll get a great deal!

P.S. Check out the Gifts For Women and Gifts For Men categories!

I recently reviewed The Sqweel and loved it so much I decided to make it this week’s Vajayj Thursday product.  That means you will get 25% off The Sqweel for an entire week!

The Sqweel is intended to simulate oral sex.  As I said before, it doesn’t necessarily replicate that exact feeling, but it is still an awesome toy.  The pleasure it provides lingers without taking you over the edge too quickly.  Made from body friendly silicone and ABS plastic, The Sqweel is an all around great toy.  Unique in every way, The Sqweel is not a vibrator.  I’m not going to go on forever here, but if you want more details check out my review.

Get your Sqweel within the next seven days so you can get the 25% off discount.  My vajayj loved it and I think yours will too!

*Don’t forget!  October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month.  Click here to find out more about Sextoys.com’s Toys For Ta Tas Fundraising Campaign.

We all know October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month.  This is one awareness month I think we all should observe.

Let it be a time to remind you that breast health is important all year long.  Just about everyone has been affected by breast cancer in some fashion.  This is something close to my heart, so I’m getting a little serious on you to remind you that self exams are key!  There are plenty of resources on the web to help with prevention and early detection.  From exams to eating the right foods, please tap into them and show yourself some love!

Besides, don’t we all love boobies?

The National Breast Cancer Foundation has great easy to follow directions on how to do a self exam.  Click on this link and follow the directions.  You can do it in the shower, in front of the mirror or while lying in bed.  It will only take a few minutes and you have no reason not too!