Because Nike Told Me To… Have Sex
We currently live in a society where even the mention of sex causes heads to turn and eyes to judge, where only men masturbate and sex stores are scandalous to go into unless for shits and giggles. Now is the time for our generations to create a safe space for sex. Yes, that means in public — where our friends, kids, whomever can feel comfortable asking questions about sex and intimacy, show affection and love.
When I was little my first words were basically ‘vagina’ and ‘penis’ and I would go around pointing at people and commenting on what they had (point as a guy and say “penis!”...), needless to say I got many looks, but my mom encouraged it (to a certain extent). She allowed me to express myself and put to use what I was learning about.
We all have genitalia so why are we so hush about it? Let’s be loud about sex, talk about; our favorite positions over ice cream, our first times and best times at fancy restaurants, what we want to try while shopping, how many partners we’ve had while waiting in line — let’s talk about it all. And the next time you get a dirty look ask them: what was their most memorable sexy time? — bring them into the new norm.
COVID-19: where staying home and having to quarantine made for lots of empty seconds… What a time for sex, am I right? Well, now it’s time to get back out on the streets — and by streets I mean in your car, hitting up your local coffee shop bathroom, tent camping — it’s time for sex in the public eye.
Now, I’m not saying go have sex in the middle of the park where families are having picnics, or right in front of some stranger — but what am I about to tell you… are some sweet ways and spots to spice things up
Your car! Doesn’t have to be fancy or new, but a tint is definitely a plus (I think a must but to each their own). Any size car will do, even a smart car, and make it toasty and warm, turn on some tunes and get down to business. The car is fun for many reasons; a) it’s cushioned, b) built-in surround sound music, c) wherever your car can go sex can go (i.e. beach, overlooks, etc.), d) positions! there are so many different positions to try — especially when trying to make it worthwhile for each partner.
Public restrooms, and no not the nasty gas station bathrooms that never have toilet paper (toilet paper makes for nice cleanup, and so does a nice clean sink). The most memorable bathroom my boyfriend and I ever had sex in: a stall in the women’s restroom at a movie theater after watching our weekly horror flick.
Tips: a) make sure the coast is clear — that way you can sneak them in, b) be ready to keep the toilet flushing — makes for a nice cover-up if someone happens to walk in, c) holding on the bathroom stall top ledges makes for excellent leverage.
Tents in the middle of a gorgeous forest — name something better than nature, puffy sleeping bags, the smell of campfire, and being with your loved one…? I’ll wait. Sex and camping, I think, go hand in hand — not only are you spending time with mother earth but a natural/grounding sense returns, making for some raw animal sex. Lots of blankets are a must, sleeping bags are fun (especially the ones that fit two people), but our new go-to: a Rumpl blanket — these bad boys are sleeping bag material, but blanket form and keep you just as toasty, allow for more movement and are easy to clean! Also, baby wipes are always a bonus to have on hand (in the tent) to prevent having to find your way to a bathroom (if they’re there) in the middle of the night when bears are out.
Sex, it’s natural and part of our DNA — so don’t suppress nature call, answer it, accept that invite and like Nike always says; “Just Do It”.