In my dream world, the entire population of women and below-majority age children perform a fast and efficient, quiet defection from the state of Virginia, into the welcoming arms of surrounding states. As well as, of course, any man who disagrees with the policies of state government. VA lawmakers would find themselves with no ease except their right hands--and according to some, that wouldn't be allowed because you can't get your hand pregnant. You hate and despise women so much? Fine. See ya. Enjoy your life.
Yeah, I know, but the momentary fantasy is glorious.
I think there was an Erica Jong short story like that where millions of American women were arriving on boats to the UK seeking amnesty.
casting agents for RL Handmaiden's Tale
Oh man, that's just about perfect.
Sadly, Even many gays live in Virginia, because the dc suburbs of Virginia are very convenient and nice. And Democratic. NSM the rest of VA. Definitely NOT for lovers.
"OMG, I cannot believe how you acted with your wife while I was *right* there! I will never sleep with you again!"
Am I really supposed to feel for anyone in
He's Just Not That Into You?
They're all idiots, and I really want them all both single and maimed by the end of the movie.
Yet...cannot switch off.
Timelies all!
Heading to Boston tomorrow for Boskone. I'm even mostly packed.
The spookiest thing to me is that in Atwood's mythos, Gilead starts with an evangelical Christian being elected to President in 2012.
You know what's good for my rage? Reruns of Supernanny. She's ripping into an asshole father right now.
