by Gina Bourdage

Most days being in your undies in public would be the nightmare we just woke up from.

Today is not that day.

After a frenzied Internet campaign via Facebook, the NYC group Improv Everywhere convinced people nationwide, myself included, to ride public transit today in their skivvies.

I have had that little voice in the back of my head ask me numerous times “What the heck are you thinking?!” and to be completely honest I have tried to talk myself out of participating.

In hindsight of the type of year 2009 turned out to be, most of us could use a little more light-hearted humor in 2010.

According to the Improv Everywhere website, “not taking life too seriously” is exactly the reason behind the nationwide “No Pants!” rides on buses, trains and subways all over the country today.

So relax, take a deep breath, drop trou and enjoy life…

Yep, actually getting out of the car and taking off the pants without the little voice telling me i am officially crazy was impossible. If it weren’t for the other twenty or so fellow pantsless participants I might turn and run. It is a little odd with children pointing “Hey mommy?!” but thank goodness everyone is “decent” and there’s nothing here you wouldn’t see on a beach.

After the first stop half the train is pants free. Who knew it was so easy to get people to rock their undies in public?

Oh boy this went to another level when i just saw a pantsless family.

I am impressed with the level that we, the pantsless mob, have pulled this off. Never have I seen so many strangers be so friendly with a smile and supportive silent acknowledgment that there really is something bigger going on here.

The confused and bewildered looks of the unsuspecting other riders is worth all the initial butterflies.

I encourage everyone to be a part of something that brings people together the way this has.

Here are some pics of the event (more to come so keep checking back!):

Here are some pics sent in by Readers “xtina” and “hollywood,” who added:

“The ride was great…So much fun we got off and on at different spots … ending at Westlake and walked to Fox Sports Bar where we enjoyed a cold one in our undies… Way fun”

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There’s a rather unusual drinking fountain at SeaTac Airport that “talks” – that is, makes gurgling stream sounds when you drink from it.

Here’s a video clip, courtesy “lasrina” on Flickr:

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The great thing about the internet (and Craigslist in particular) is that it allows just about anyone to sell (or give away ) just about anything.

Including unused margarine squares, as evidenced by this weeks Craigslist Ad O’The Day, found on seattle-tacoma craigslist > seattle > free stuff:

Three (3) pounds of margarine squares, unopened, recently purchased.

Just can’t eat it anymore. 

Email: sale-810531527@craigslist.org

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Found on seattle-tacoma craigslist > seattle > lost & found:

Found this rather amusing “Found” posting on Craigslist (our fave part is the second paragraph, where the Finder starts ranting about receiving nasty emails and advice on what to do with the found camera).

I found a camera in a rental car at the Seattle Airport. I posted a few photos from the camera. If you can identify the camera, the car you were driving, and some of the other photos in the camera, I’ll send it back to you. It looks like a fun wedding! Hope you had a good time.

Please stop sending me nasty emails telling me what I should have done with this camera. I’m trying to do something nice here. I contacted the Rental Company but the prior renter of my car did not report anything lost. The rental company does not maintain a Lost and Found at SeaTac airport. Craigslist is the best I can do. If I keep getting less than friendly emails, I’ll just delete the posting and sell the camera on ebay……how’s that!

Email: comm-798276830@craigslist.org

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The Seattle Times has an interesting article today about a couple in neighboring Des Moines who’ve had their home-based swingers sex parties shut down by the city.

Apparently neighbors complained, cops “investigated” (undercover perhaps? or should we say undercovers…) then the city threatened them with a $513 per day fine for “running a business from their home.”

They called their ongoing sex parties the “Hardwood Cabin” and promoted it online at HardWoodCabin.com, which of course is no longer active (we know you’re going to check it but trust us, there’s nothing there now but an “Account suspended” notice but we’ll wait while you copy and paste the URL in…).

Okay, done checking it now?

We did a little online research and found some cache’d web stuff about the place, including this juicy description:

Description: The HardWood Cabin has a central entry and Kitchen space with multiple areas that consist of semi-private rooms for playing and a main Dungeon Area with 12 foot high ceilings that have 2 suspension points, along with 2 Crosses and spanking pedestals off to the sides. On one end of the facility is a more private room with a Large Bondage Bed and a third Cross. Scattered throughout the cabin you will find beds, and slings for additional places to play. Outside in a private courtyard, is a large pool, along with 3 hot-tubs, and a large overhead pergola structure for in-promtu bondage points among tables, couches and chairs.

Events at the Hardwood Cabin for those that have not attended a party before will find a very relaxed comfortable environment within to play. Basic things are provided (cups, bowls, plates, utensils, etc) along with some food and drinks, but everyone is encouraged to bring along something favorite. Typically parties become a pot-luck with regular attendee’s. There is also a gas grill which is available for anyone who has a taste for something BBQ’ed.

Regan & Nonah Lane-Smith
Owner/Operator
Des Moines, WA, 98198

And this:

we own a house in Des Moines wa, that we rent out per the day or night, and for parties. we are cheap and adorable and a safe place to hang out nude and suntan without tan lines. we have a masseuse on duty fo 20 dollars per 30 min. call us anytime 206 774 6XXX or check out our website www.hardwoodcabin.com

And here’s an excerpt from their Juy 5th party:

Attention all swingers 21 and over!
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Got Patriotism? Come celebrate your Independence with a BANG!
Come meet, mingle, flirt, soak, swim and play in a safe and laid back environment! Join us in honor of our Independence & in celebration of our birthday guys & gals!
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Play Date’s Patriotic Party will be hosted at the ever popular Hardwood Cabin, located centrally in Des Moines!
Grab your red, white & blue for an evening of Swinging Independance! Wear what makes you feel sexy, attractive and comfortable. Layer down, change outfits, go nude, have some fun! Clothing is OPTIONAL!
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Party entrance fee is $20.00 per person and Does Not include food or alcohol. Play Dates will provide basic snacks & finger foods. We invite everyone to BYOB and a theme inspired dish, finger food or beverage to share and nibble on…help keep everyone’s stamina up:)
We will also have the BBQ fired up and ready to grill, but bring your own meat. Play Dates will provide bottled water, basic condiments, plates, napkins, cups and plastic utensils for everyone.
*Please do not throw the cups and utensils away, they are reusable*
**Help us recycle by using labelled bins for Plastic & Glass Bottles**

Good to know that at least these swingers recycled (insert your own inappropriate joke here).

And now at least we know what the source of those strange sounds were that were emanating from Des Moines.

Full story here.

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Every year, thousands of poor, sad, lonely dogs are abandoned and neglected.

This Father’s Day, why not help a needy dog out and make Dad happy at the same time by adopting a very unique canine named Spike:

Go to Dan The Sausageman’s website and order now, and you’ll receive a FREE 9-Ounce Summer Sausage!

CREDITS:

• Written/Directed by Scott Schaefer
• Voiceover by Henry Dardenne

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Sometimes it’s fun to read the Craigslist “Missed Connections” and follow the fascinating storylines of all our rascally neighboring humanoids, and this last week was no exception.

We first found this ad on May 28th on seattle-tacoma craigslist > south king > missed connections:

How was your trip to Maui??? – w4m – 25 (SeaTac)

We met at at an airport parking place in Seatac on May 19th.

I was going to Disneyland and you were going to Maui.

You helped my daughter and I out with our luggage.

If you remember me, please let me know!

Then, a few days later, came this rather interesting rebuttal:

Hi,

You posted this for my husband.

His trip to Maui went fine, I was a day late due to a conference.

Why do you want to know how his trip went?

You must be the lady he mentioned when we were in Hilo.

He said you have a nice looking daughter and thought that you may have adopted her.

He said you stared at him plenty.

Mrs. Jake B.

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Found on seattle-tacoma craigslist > seattle > activity partners:

ISO someone to yell and hit me while I lift wieghts (Seatac)

Yes, Im searching for an individual who is interested in yelling directly into my face and or hitting (slapping) me about the head and breasts while Im pumping iron.

I need some extra motivation in the coming weeks to get ready for the 4th annual Super Lift in Vegas where I will be competing.

If intested let me know.

Thanks

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Doncha just love it when big fancy ‘spensive displays end up showing error messages?

We do:

SOURCE:

• Skyzyk’s Flickr Photostream

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From Grundlepuck’s Flickr Photostream:

This is the subway that connects one part of SeaTac (the Seattle-Tacoma) airport to another part.

Six weeks after the collapse of civilization this will house a band of flesh-hungry mutants with a leader named Brick.

Brick probably never got his high school GED. Enjoy it now — that is what I am saying.  

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