Despite the lackluster reputation of lesbian porn, we enjoy all kinds, including gay porn. Hot sex is hot sex and if the idea of shared sexual intimacy between two people of the same sex is repulsive, you should probably stop reading now. One of the biggest reasons gay porn is widely available is because it’s better marketed and mass produced. Add to that the glaring realization that the audience for it is a dominant force to be reckoned with. The financial sustainability and support from the gay male demographic is undeniable. Gay men support gay porn, but then again so do a number of gay women. There is a power dynamic in play in most gay porn that sets the stage for explosive chemistry on screen. As I alluded to previously, if the chemistry is there the scene will sizzle.

For the most part, men, women and straight couples are rarely stigmatized for watching and enjoying lesbian porn. So why stigmatize lesbians for watching and enjoying their garden variety? Some lesbians have even been accused of being “secretly” bisexual for watching gay guys get off.

Lesbians that watch gay porn aren’t intimidated by the male actors and their (counter) [private] parts. There is a focus that’s shifted onto specific aspects of the sexual dynamic and how it relates to how they see themselves in the moment. Straight porn carries its own weight, but nine times out of ten you don’t even get to see the woman bask in the glow of her own orgasmic aftermath. Boo! That’s reserved for the guy about 90% of the time. I know, I know,  I’m blatantly generalizing, but how often have you seen women in straight porn reach orgasm, let alone multiple times? Yeah, that’s what I thought. The dynamic lies not only in the roles performed, but the emotion and raw energy being expended, which makes authentic same sex porn even more appealing.

What I appreciate most are the power dynamics regardless of the type being watched. The loving, caressing and tender embracing is more than fulfilling in the bedroom, but what I really want to see is power, control, desire and longing manifested within the act itself. Lesbian porn was accused of being either too tender or downright ridiculously giddy and sometimes both. Overall, the general consensus among women loving women was that the quality of real lesbian porn had been sub par for years. It has improved considerably as of late. Another thing to note is that it has always been a staple fixture in the lesbian community, you just needed to know where find the good stuff. What lesbians wanted was porn made for women, by women (FWBW).  And at the very least they wanted to watch women who looked a lot like, and represented a wider variety of girly to not so girly girls. Is the passion still there? It certainly is, but with a nice mix of vanilla and not so vanilla sex, so there’s a little something for everyone.

Au naturale lesbian porn has seriously lacked the financial and marketing support her male counterpart has enjoyed for years. There had to be a reason for this. Real-lesbian-porn seemed to be a oxy-moron or some sick joke of epic proportions for the longest time. Did it even exist? If you were lucky, then yes. Some of the most popular old school lesbian porn was performed by bisexual butches, femmes, pansexuals and just a scattering of actual lesbians. Apparently, butch lesbians, who are the least represented in the porn industry, (hell, even midgets have a place) are few and far between. Most of us don’t mind watching porn, but we’d rather not participate in it unless we are in our bedroom doing the acting, directing, the whole nine… or something to that effect. But who’s counting, and more importantly, who’s complaining? There’s certainly no reason to complain any longer. If we want authentic lesbian porn to continue being produced, we have to support the girls and bois behind the scenes making big and little things happen, and I sincerely thank them for it.

www.babeland.com is a good place to start. A friend turned me onto the www.CrashPadSeries.com a few years ago when my taste for lesbian porn was re-awakened. Thanks, babe. There is even something for trans guys to check out; Transentities (Papi and Will are a couple of freak nasties and damn proud of it) Some additional links I came across recently and in my past include www.goodvibrations.com, www.gooddykeporn.com, www.reallesbianporn.net, www.boundheat.net (?) and bringing up the rear is www.pornmoviesforwomen.com. Check them out sometime. When you and babygirl are looking to spice it up a bit. Or just you, looking to spice it up all by yourself. Shhh, we won’t tell. If you come across any broken links, please let me know.

In conclusion, there are some solid lesbian production companies that can be found on the Internet. Word of mouth advertising among other things can be a catalyst for encouraging the current and future production and marketing of real, quality, lesbian porn. We’ve got work to do ladies and gents. Let’s get to it.

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I’ve faked orgasms before. When I was young and didn’t know any better. I thought there was something wrong with me. I didn’t want my lovers to know that they were not satisfying my needs. Instead, I practiced the art of giving pleasure and became very good at it. So good that I didn’t have to pretend to be a “touch me not” because by then I’d gotten it down to a science. My formula would serve to alleviate the frutration of not reaching orgasm because since I didn’t know how to please my body, neither did my lovers. 

Fast-forward a few years to the first time a girlfriend gave me an orgasm. It was mind blowing. My first girlfriend took me halfway there, but I’d never relinquished complete control of my body in such a forceful, unexpected and exhilarating manner before. Up to that point, no one had ever pleased me exactly as I wanted. I felt my toes curl, followed up by an addictive, wonderful rush. When I finally came down from the high, I took a few moments to think back and shake my head at the pathetic attempts I had made at faking the funk. When I compared the faked orgasms to the real ones, the differences were downright glaring and obvious. I couldn’t believe no one had called me on it or bothered to inquire at any point. After finally experiencing what I’d been missing for so long, I resigned myself to never fake an orgasm again.

On the journey of discovering the joys of orgasm, the first thing I needed to do was become completely comfortable with my body and myself. I had set patterns within the sexual aspects of my relationships that weren’t completely enjoyable, no matter how much my girl was being pleased. I was not communicating any of this so my girlfriend’s were unaware of my discontent. I became complacent and no longer catered to my wants, needs and sexual desires unless they centered around my desire for her. My entire focus shifted wholly onto pleasing my partners. To spare them and myself the disappointment of an unrealized orgasm, I’d decline their invitation to return the favor and discover other ways to wet my whistle.

Women don’t need to have an orgasm to enjoy sex. Because of this, the deceit fueling fake orgasms  persists. But only for as long as you allow it to continue. Faking an orgasm is counter-productive no matter how much you want to spare your partners feelings or the disappointment it brings when they can’t give you release. Sex should be intense, not tense, and fun, not stressed.

The cures? Communication, lots of foreplay and honesty. Have you told your partner what is pleasing to you and what is not? Do you even know? If not, you need to find out what buttons to push, what spots make you drop it like its hot and this can be done by yourself or with your understanding partner. Masturbation is practical and recommended. If you’re a prude when it comes to pleasing yourself, you can work through it with the help of your partner. How can you tell someone else what pleases you if you don’t know yourself?  Faking orgasms only to express your discontent later on can cause major trust issues, not to mention the fact that it’s hurtful. If you aren’t satisfied after sex, it will begin to show in the relationship. It can manifest itself into other emotional areas of your life as well. There is a reason a womans glow is bright enough to be noticeable after she’s had great sex. Good sex radiates. The opposite can be said if she’s sexually frustrated.

Something we aren’t properly taught when it comes to sex is that along with everything else, practice makes perfect. Has the stage already been set for open communication? If not, it’s never too late. If you’re both the kind of lovers that are considerate and willing to learn together, you’ve got a recipe for success. It could be that neither were aware that the other was not having their needs met. Approach this with patience and understanding. If one or both of you is selfish, stubborn and unwilling to make adjustments to improve your sex life, you might want to reevaluate certain other aspects of the relationship. Ask yourself how your unwillingness to adapt coincides with your sex life. 

Another major detractor to the orgasm is a woman who is unable to relax, especially if she has a negative body image. Sexual pleasure can be greatly inhibited by the stress this causes. Our brain is our biggest sex organ and if her mind is on something else, such as worrying about her thighs or stomach or if she feels pressured to perform a certain way, it’s going to be more difficult for her to reach orgasm. 

Incorporating very direct and wide open communication into your sexual relationship will work wonders for your sex life. Look at it like this, what more could it hurt that isn’t already being negatively affected? Sex doesn’t always have to be one particular way. And since a woman doesn’t need intercourse to have an orgasm, she can achieve this high through a number of factors. Consider bringing toys into the bedroom even as a way to break the ice and release tension. Experiment and have fun, laugh a little while trying different positions. One of the most pertinent keys to a healthy sex life is confidence. I can’t say this enough. Foreplay, foreplay and more foreplay. It can be just as rewarding as sex. As a lead up to something extra special, taking your time can have her ready, waiting and wanting you in ways you’d never imagined. Sexually uninhibited women are made, not born.

On average, it takes most women between 20-30 minutes to reach orgasm. Depending on the circumstances, you’ll want to ensure she’s aroused by paying special attention to her body, its reactions, her verbal release, facial expressions, and previously communicated needs. Remember, nobody knows your body like you. Alternately, she knows her body better than anyone else, no matter what little white lie she told you stating otherwise. Communicate your desires, educate your lover, and don’t be afraid to give your partner the direction they may need when it comes time to please. Don’t be afraid to hurt feelings because in the long run, a healthy sex life makes for a much healthier relationship. 

Last, but not least while we’re on the topic. Have you ever faked not having an orgasm when you actually had? I’ll probably make a poll with that question if I don’t get any feedback. Thanks for reading.

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