A big thank you to Jezebel for point this out to me and for writing about it in such a fantastic way. It’s not at all surprising to me that a high school wouldn’t allow a trans guy to be homecoming king because he was still registered at the school as a girl. Especially since doing so involved negating the votes of the people who had elected him in the first place. Trans people’s voices are often silenced but I think the outrage this time is coming from the fact that many non-trans people’s voices were silenced too. And they’re used to being heard.

Babeland applauds this young person and their classmates for speaking out. To join in, join the Oak Is My King group on Facebook.

Isn’t it great when science confirms what you’ve known all along? A recent study found that “young adults who have casual sex are no more likely than those in committed relationships to experience psychological problems”. Duh?

We live in a culture with a lot of taboos around sex. You shouldn’t have it young or casually, with same gendered people or before marriage, you shouldn’t want it too much (if you’re a girl) and you should want it all the time (if you’re a guy). With all of this baggage, it’s no surprise to me that as a culture we have the idea that casual sex is harmful. If you want to restrain sexual activity to the bonds of marriage, you can’t have casual sex  – so why not say it could be emotionally harmful?

Casual sex can give people an opportunity to try new things sexually, to experience new sensations and to have a quick, passionate encounter, different from what you get in a long-term relationship. Although I will admit that sometimes sex with a person that doesn’t know your body well can be, well, not quite as pleasurable, there’s still something to be said for the experience. New people can teach you new things – new areas of your body that enjoy stimulation, new types of stimulation, new places, etc.

So for all of those young people out there having casual sex, I say stay safe – and have fun!

Warehouse Manager (FT)

Babeland, the nationally recognized sex toy retailer, has an opening for an experienced Warehouse Manager working out of our Oakland, California offices.  The Warehouse Manager is responsible for all facets of the company’s shipping and receiving operations with an eye towards maintaining the profitability of the department. Responsibilities include shipping and fulfilling orders, inventory management, receiving, transfers, RTV, and warehouse maintenance and personnel management. Commitment to sex positivity, stellar customer service and attention to detail required; knowledge of Ecometry software preferred, as is experience with an alternative or start-up business.  Please email cover letter detailing your warehouse, shipping, and fulfillment experience, resume, and salary requirements by October 1st to warehouse@babeland.com.

Skills/Abilities: Knowledge of warehouse operations best practices. Proficiency in supervising and motivating supervisees. Commitment to excellence and high standards. Strong organizational, problem-solving, and analytical skills. Ability to manage priorities and workflow. Versatility, flexibility, and a willingness to work within constantly changing priorities with enthusiasm. Proven leadership and business acumen. Ability to handle multiple projects and meet deadlines. Ability to deal effectively with a diversity of individuals at all organizational levels. Able to perform physical requirements of the position.

Requirements:
- 3-5 years warehouse management experience
- Ability to cultivate and maintain excellent employee relationships
- Demonstrated understanding of inventory functions and their impact on company finances including but not limited to: turn, fill, gross margin, COGS, terms, forecasting, order cycles and stock outs

- Previous experience with computerized inventory management and order processing system: Ecometry experience a plus

- Experience with Microsoft Office Suite including proficient knowledge of Excel

- Must be able to speak, read, write, and understand the primary language(s) used in the workplace.

- Ability to lift 40 lbs and use a computer for extended periods of time