Last Night I Had the Strangest Dream*

Okay, fine, it wasn't a dream. But it was THAT surreal...

The iVillage editorial team had a Passion Party!

Actually, to be more specific Lindsey had a Passion Party -- she invited all of us. And it was "research" for another "I Tried It!" story she's writing for Love & Sex, which Marissa and I will post for your enjoyment within the next few weeks! All in the name of journalism, people...

Lindsey was such an impressive hostess in that adorable East Village apartment of hers. She laid out a dynamite spread of cheese, artichoke dip and chocolate (naturally)... and then there were these delicious Southwestern Black Bean Cakes, courtesy of Aarti who works on iVillage Beauty & Style:

Passion Party Food

...And then there was that other spread:

Passion Party Spread

Danalynn, a saleswoman from Passion Parties was in the front of the room telling us all about her top-selling lotions, lubes and sex toys:

Passion Party Spread

She even gave Lindsey a little hostess gift:

Passion Party Spread

I had heard all about Passion Parties, but I'd never been to one before. I have to say, it was much more educational than I expected. Danalynn emphasized the importance of lubrication given how infection-prone women are (probably not a coincidence that she was there to sell lubricants, but technicalities). She also gave us some random bits of trivia. For example, did you know that the nose is one of the most sensitive parts of a woman's body, second only to her clitoris? Indeed! That's why she suggested that we "try out" her vibrators by touching them to the tips of our noses:

Lindsey's Nose

Who knew?

Did you also know that, in order to hear your coworkers talk about their clitorises, it takes a lot of sangria?

Sangria

Yes, that's a fact!

And, hey, if you happen to have a giant vibrator on hand, why not play Pass the Penis?

Pass the Penis 1

Pass the Penis 2

We all admired the merchandise, although Kate looks confused. (Kate, I have a ton of books on this stuff. Feel free to borrow them anytime -- no questions asked.)

Confused Kate

Now she gets it! "Ah hahhh..." (Just teasin', Kate!)

Confused Kate

And that is how you do a Monday night when you work at iVillage!


*Name that tune...

40 Comments

coco said:

OH MY - what a tough job! Am I seeing penii everywhere or are those SPECIAL plastic spoons?

* Simon & Garfunkel do the version of that tune that I know... and will be in my head all day!

Josey said:

Coco, that's not the song I was thinking of! Guess again. :) And yes, I walked home with "Death by Chocolate" to go... in a paper cup with a plastic penis spoon. I sure did.

Josey said:

P.S. Is "penii" a word? If it isn't, it should be.

Shawna said:

A close friend of mine and I hosted a Passion Party about a month ago! It was hilarious! I had a great time, but I have to admit I expected it to be a little raunchier than it was! Our little party totaled out at like $975 in purchases. What a bunch of horn dogs! lol

Mariemoe said:

I was invited to one a few years ago by my boyfriend /(now) husband's co-worker- who I had never met. I was willing to go until I found out that he wasn't staying with me. Too much pressure to look at and buy "toys" in front of people who worked with him!! He did get the catalog for me tho, but never bought me anything I asked for. lol.

Sarah said:

I went to a sex party a couple years ago in college. The hostess had us play "who can put the condom on the vibrator the fastest...blind folded." And of course, the girl who won used her mouth - now that's talent.

Ang said:

Remind me to tell you my Passion Parties story sometime which comes complete with a mystery involving a $90 toy. ;)

Char said:

I went to a sex toy party once and the hostess showed us a "lifesaver vibe", and it came in the Lifesavers candy packaging. I thought that was pretty funny.

Daniel Bankhead said:

Josey:

I'm surprised to discover that tidbit on a woman's nose! I'll have to keep that one in mind. I also realized that you're one creating these blogs! I didn't know it was you who responded to my entries in 'Airing Dirty Laundry'!!

karen said:

hey ladies glad to see you all went to Passion Parties! I also sell for Passion Parties, and let me say it has been a wild ride! A lot of fun, and yes you do learn a lot! What is good about them is that they are FREE, I dont think people realize that. The hostesses also earn free toys! not a bad deal for a fun night out with the girls.

Sunney said:

It's "Break My Stride"... Matthew Wilder. Great song. :)

cassie said:

mariemoe...
i had a bf once who was for some reason nearly deathly afraid to buy me anything other than lube....he was afraid id 'fall in love with a toy'....

I had such a great time with you guys. It was my pleasure to spend the evening with all of you feel free to call on me at anytime. New items are now out for the holidays and Valentines day is just aroud the corner As a hostess you earn products for free and there is no cost to host a party. In addition January 9th the company is releasing a new book the Passion Parties Guide to Great Sex a special gift to all my hostesses from now though April! Hope to see you all again. Keep the Passion going every day,
Warmly
Danalynn Sattler
Executive Director to a Million Dollar Team.

If your partner is afriad of a toy for you if you bring in a toy that you can use on him as well as one for you they are not as fearful. Its great taking the time to spice up a relationship and it doesn't have to be a toy it could be a fun game or a great massage. Just making more time for each other is a huge benefit.
warmly
Danalynn Sattler
Executive Director to a Million Dollar Team

Wayne Genova said:

I miss you so much!! LMAO!

Josey said:

Will the real Wayne Genova please stand up?

stephanie said:

I went to a party at my cousins and then booked one for myself to have. Needless to say I got a bunch of stuff and then found out about 2 months after my party I was pregnant! hey some of the stuff really worked good for us! 2 of my friends booked parties from mine and then they both got preggers too! we had so much fun and my husband and i have had a lot of fun too!! I guess when we get ready to have another baby I will have to book me another party! They are so much fun!!

Sammy said:

I've been to my fair share of these parties over the years and they just keep getting better and better with their products!! I've been married for 17 years and we keep bringing more and more toys in...it's a never ending playroom!!!
Great article for anyone of any age!!

amanda said:

I have hosted many sex toys party. They are a blast. I even got my mother to go to one. They are fun. I also have since then signed up for a sex toy on line store to send me emails on their new producs.

Suzi said:

I attended one of these parties and only knew the hostess (and new colleague who seemed to be easy-going). I loved the women could talk about sex toys without being juvenile, that there was no shame in making a wish list. It was all very discreet, too. We took turns going into the bedroom with the saleswoman and placing our orders there.

Steve said:

I think more of these parties should be couples parties. Not only do the women get to maybe find something new - but their men can learn something new about his SO/wife.

me said:

i want to have a sex toy party! it would be so awesome!!

Wendy said:

If anyone in the New York area would like to have a SIMMER party please contact me. It is similar to a passion party but with a lot more education and games. You can reach me at ucansimmer@yahoo.com. Also check out my site where you can make purchases of all kinds of wonderfully naughty things made for pleasure.

Thanks.

Wendy

Wendy said:

Sorry the link to my site did not come out so here it is. www.simmerusa.com. Contact me at ucansimmer@yahoo.com for more info on having a SIMMER party - a whole lotta sex - a whole lotta fun!!

Wendy
www.simmerusa.com

Hi! I'm a Passion Consultant in the Las Vegas, NV area. If anyone would like to host a party or become a consultant, please feel free to contact me! It's the funnest "job" I've ever had!!!

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Edwina said:

There also parties called " Spice of Life Parties " Been to a few of those also.

Suzy said:

This question may have been asked, but I didn't have the time to go through every single post, How do I go about having a Passion Party here at my home with some select friends???? I would love to do it here!!!!!

Larry said:

my live in gf/fiancee,had never had a toy,until we started dating,now she has over 50 of them.For any special occasion or if shes down,i buy her a new toy.

mabelys said:

you should make some things about bixesualgirls,like some notes or somethin like that, thanks

Cheryl said:

I've been to quite a few of these parties and they are such a riot! My hubby and I have been to two such parties recently. We had a blast! One of my gfs finally went (reluctantly!) and I think she was relieved that she didn't have to demonstrate anything. (What a wuss!) All purchases were made in private but everyone always tells what they bought anyway. I think it's a great way to spend an evening and learn something about yourself (and your friends) in the process.

Stephanie said:

I think that the idea of having a party with such a beautiful theme is not only exciting but it's soooo my kind of party! Anyone that may have information about how I can host a party like these,(with the time to respond to my entry) Please email me asap! Thank You in advance!
Stephanie Humble
stessyjo@yahoo.com

Yes yes sex toy parties are THE BEST!! I've been a consultant for Athena's Home Novelties for almost 3 years now! It's such a great feeling to entertain and educate at the same time! Our company does parties for all-women, couples, straight, gay, bi...we got it covered! Also another note-the clitoris has 8000 nerve endings, more than any other part of the human body!! Gotta love that little man in the boat ;-)

I attended a party back in 2004 and had such a GREAT time I chose to "BECOME A GODDESS" . My boyfriend/husband was very supportive. I lost him last year to cancer, and had promised I would keep going and make top 10 in sales. The women of Athena's Home Novelties have encouraged me all the way. Not only did this help me through the journey of grief, but it has built my self esteem. The parties are entertaining, educational and empowering - today I have one with both straight and lesbian women... it will be a blast. Please feel free to visit my website for more information. www.athenashn.com/goddess/468 - Karen

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Thanks for reading.

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I think that sex toy parties are great, however, I just read an article about them that made me think about the downsides of them to regarding inflated prices and how it is almost impossible for the representatives to stay in business very long- http://www.holisticwisdom.com/sex-toy-party.htm

Something to think about.

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Hey everyone its Danalynn from Passion Parties by Danalynn I had such a blast with this group I could never forget it. Looking to host your own party visit my site or email me at PassionPartiesbydanalynn@yahoo.com I have a team of over 500 consultants all across the country and if you are in the NY area I will do your party MYSELF just like the Ivillage one! I look forward to hearing from you soon. I love my job, its always a party! Want to join my team contact me today! Or Host a Party and Earn Free Products!
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