It’s Monday and we’re all probably trying to shake off the woes of another weekend slipping through our grasps.  For some of us, Sunday was a blur and we have the headaches to prove it.  Others of us had a dull weekend filled with duties and chores.  Yet others had a hodgepodge and just want to kick the Monday blues.

Time for a Handie

One day to help a guy get over the dreaded “Mondays” is to not let something slip through your grasp.  That’s right, today we’re talking about the woefully underrated, and seldom enjoyed hand job.

Some of you may find that a boring idea, but let me stop you there.  An average guy has been the recipient of hundreds, if not thousands (depending on his sex drive), of self administered hand jobs. Guys KNOW hand jobs. They like them. If you can administer one properly, he’ll be seriously impressed!

But a partner giving a hand job has many options available that aren’t when the guy is flying solo.  Let’s look at the options.

Option 1 – Old Reliable

Sometimes simple is best. There isn’t a swinging dick on the planet who will deny that a good old fashioned monkey-spank produces good results. If you’re new to the hand job, a good stroking is a great place to start.

Details: This one really is simple.  All you have to do is get a suitable grip and start to stroke up and down the shaft. The results will be exactly what your partner wants.

Manufacturer’s Notes: You can spice this one up by showing the boys some love.  Lift the shaft out of your way and have at them with some oral affection.  You’ll hear the groans and grunts of happiness if you’re doing it right.

Option 2 – The Herky Jerk

Edging is something many guys enjoy.  Basically, the idea is to get right to the point of orgasm and to stop, cool down and then repeat.  When it’s time to blow, the reaction is volcanic.  An edged orgasm is one of the most intense a person can have.

Recommended for the Herky Jerk

Details: This one requires a lighter touch and you’re going to need time.  Want a quickie?  If so, forget The Herky Jerk.  You have to spend time building up the heat and then letting it dissipate.  A good lube is perfect for The Herky Jerk, like the one we recommend here.

Manufacturer’s Notes: You’re absolutely going to have to communicate well to “pull off” a Herky Jerk.  You have to know when he’s close, so that you can ease the pressure.  This is a great time to kiss and get some reciprocation!

Option 3 – The Kiss of Little Death

The French have long referred to orgasm as the “little death.”  Sounds kind of depressing, unless you think of the rush and concluding temporary exhaustion, which then makes the phrase more sensible. But you can make the little death a little more bearable with a few oral pleasures added in.

Details: This is a classic hand job with a light touch of oral (EMPHASIS: LIGHT) pleasuring added in.  You can use a flavored oral sex lube to add to your pleasure while giving him his. The key is to tease the glans (head) of the penis as you gently caress the shaft.  Doing this over and over again in little teases throughout will drive him wild.

Manufacturer’s Notes: You could end up with more than a mouthful using this technique.  Usually the orgasm comes on very rapidly because of the multiple stimulation techniques. If you’re in a safe relationship and ok with that, enjoy!  If not, watch carefully for your partner’s expressions and have him communicate so that you know when it’s coming – literally.

Option 4 – The Double Fister

If you’re in a relationship with a partner who has a little extra artillery range (very well endowed), this is an option that will fire his gun. Two are usually better than one, and this is no exception.

Details: You’ll need a little coordination for this one.  Get both hands on the shaft with the appropriate grip and stroke them with synchronized movement.  You’ll know you’re off sync by his screams (if you go without lube), so try to keep things together.

Manufaturer’s Notes: Make sure your grip is the same on both hands, to keep the pressure constant. With this one, you can also switch hands off to give yourself a break.

The most important aspect to hand jobs is to freestyle.  Add your own unique touch to give your partner a signature handie.  The best part of all is that if your grip matches your partner’s desired stimulation, you can’t mess up a hand job.

So get a fist full and happy stroking!

Wet Light Classic

A new toy can provide excitement and spice up your play time.  From the moment the package is opened, anticipation starts to build. But that excitement can be wrecked in short order with one wrong decision. Nothing will ruin a potentially good time with a new toy faster than selecting the wrong lubrication for that toy.

Lubricants are important to play time, and any number of people will answer differently to the question: Which is the best lube?  That’s a question that doesn’t have a correct answer, except in some very specific circumstances. A water based lubricant is acceptable for any type of play.  One drawback of water-based lubricants is that they require re-application for extended play sessions.  They don’t always hold up well over long periods of time.

Silicone, or an oil-based lubricant, will usually last much longer than a water-based lube.  Silicone lubes last for extraordinary lengths of time, even when the play is vigorous.  But these lubes come with a catch.  We’ll outline a few hard and fast rules that will help you avoid a messy, or dangerous, mistake when selecting a lubricant.

First, never use silicone-based lubricants with a silicone toy. The interaction between the lubricant and the toy will create a mess and it will ruin the toy.  It’s pointless to buy a high quality silicone dildo, only to have it ruined on first use.  Only water-based lubes should be used with silicone toys.
 
This begs a question.  If water-based lubes don’t last as long, isn’t that a negative aspect of a silicone toy?  Sure, but you should consider the trade you’re making.  The silicone toy will last longer, cleans up easier, is generally more hygienic than most toys, and it warms to the touch.  All of those should far outweigh having to add a little more lube during playtime.

Pjur Eros Original Body Glide Lube

The hitch with silicone toys – as in the toys themselves – is that not everything that is called silicone is completely silicone.  Some toys, like the TPR Silicone toys, are only ten percent silicone.  The law allows it to be labeled as a silicone toy.  The remaining ninety percent is rubber.  The idea here is that you need to be certain of what is in the toy’s materials.  This is important because of our next rule – where rubber is concerned.

Second, oil and latex – or rubber – don’t mix.  Using an oil-based lubricant will break down a latex condom.  That’s dangerous for everyone involved.  Oil-based lubricants could also wreck a favorite rubber dong or butt plug.  If you’re going to play with a rubber or latex toy, use a water based lubricant.  Also remember that cleaning a rubber toy is difficult, if you don’t use care in selecting a good lubricant.

This rule applies to jelly toys too.

The last rule we’ll suggest for now, is always know what material from which your toy is constructed, before you apply an oil-based or silicone-based lubricant.  If you don’t know, just use a water-based lube to be on the safe side.  It’s better to be safe, than to have to buy a new toy, or compromise a condom’s effectiveness.  Once you know which kind of lube to use, all that’s left is to find the brand you feel is most effective for you.  This goes back to what we covered earlier.  That’s an individual opinion with no correct answer.

Or, you could just use a Glass toy!  These are safe with all three types, and are fun to use.  We’ll talk about lubes again, but this is a good way to get acquainted.