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Debra L. Stang

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They Are All Gestapo Now

"They are a threat to family values, a security risk, a plague on any civilized nation. If you marry this person, you are no longer our daughter." This is what twenty-eight year old Mary was told when she found her true love. Does it sound like I'm talking about a lesbian ...

Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome: A Lesbian Health Issue

A little less than a year ago, I was shocked to learn that my irregular periods, weight gain, and thinning hair were caused by an illness I'd never even heard of. I am not alone. Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome affects twice as many lesbians as heterosexual women. Read on to find out ...

When A Pregnancy Ends in Miscarriage: A Guide for Lesbian Couples

As more lesbians become pregnant, more lesbians will also face the pain of miscarriages. This article tells you what to expect emotionally and offers some tips for healing.

On Canadian Soil

Reflections on a brief visit to Canada, where same sex couples in several provinces can now legally marry.

When Friendship is Thicker Than Blood

(Guest written by Tenna Perry.) What's a mother to do if she wants to provide for her children and doesn't trust her immediate family? Turn to her best friend, of course!

So Lovely A World...

Description and review of Katherine V. Forrest's classic novels Daughters Of A Coral Dawn and Daughters Of An Amber Noon.

Never Ask Why: Tips For Fighting Fair

Fighting with your partner is never fun, but it doesn't have to be the end of the world.

For Teens: How to Come Out to Your Mom and Dad

A few ideas for coming out to your parents...

The Way We Were: Lesbians in the 1950s

Ward and June Cleaver were only part of the story of the United States in the 1950s. Read on to find out what your high school history teacher never told you.

It's Ten O'Clock. Do You Know Where Your Money Is?

Description and review of Harold Lustig's book, 4 Steps to Financial Security For Lesbian and Gay Couples.

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