Edipus Official Teaser Trailer

Hooray!

Edipus has reached its goal of raising $1,000. Thank you to all that donated their hard-earned money, baked goods, prayers, good vibes and positive attitude - it will never be forgotten.  

Video production starts November 2. Stay tuned!

Much love,

J. 

Wounded Knee

My right knee consists of two noticeable scars. Each have a story behind them, but only one I can vividly remember. I will not attempt to subject you to this particular memory because in all honesty, it's something that I don't wish to share. It's a flashback that doesn't need more light or attention. It is, however, the truth. Rape, regardless of its filth, shame and humiliation, is disturbingly truthful.

Edipus was born from that one peculiar scar. It's the tiny-big reminder of where I've come from and how I got over. Dwelling on the memory or staring at the healed tissue is not an option, but on those days when I do happen to notice I feel strangely proud of what looks back at me. I feel like a soldier who's survived the war.

I don't claim to know what my purpose is on this earth. I'm not one of those people who believe that they've gotten it all figured out and has now decided to share it with the others. No, I am a simple human being that knows nothing but wants to do something. By broadcasting the most infuriating and frustrating moments of this thing called Life, I feel a little more human and a little less alone. And when those feelings start to form and mesh together, my scars don't look so bad. In fact, they shine like badges of honor.

As always....

Be brave. Be Edipus.

www.edipus.org

C is for Cookies

What can I say? My heart is filled.

The first fundraiser for Edipus and we managed to rake in over $120! Wow. Who knew brownies and frosting had that much power, eh?

So many wonderful people took the time to listen to my quiet spiel about Ed - listening to the cause and its meaning without cringing or losing interest. Some even donated more then the original price to help fill the till. Was it my charm? Possibly. The whiff of butter? Probably. Who knows. It got us the exposure...and the dough. Yay!

A special thanks goes out to Lizette, Monique, Tanya, and Victoria who helped with the baking by donating their mad skills to the cause. Also, thanks to Petrelli (for trying) and my Sissy who - without a doubt - is my biggest supporter (and excellent booth-setter-upper).  [An extra special thanks to the homeless man who - after I explained what my cause was about - informed me that there was no need to put on this concert because in the next couple of weeks all men are to be abducted by aliens and taken away, thereby wiping out sexual assault forever.]

If you couldn't make it to this particular fundraiser, don't fret. There's plenty more to come. Maybe not a bake sale, but something will come about. Stay tuned and don't forget to donate!

Love, love & more love,
J.

I told you this was going to happen: Edipus has a website home!

Visit us at www.edipus.org

Peace, love & hair grease,

J.

Although it's been awhile since the last update, rest assured that Edipus will be in full-swing in the next couple of weeks. I'm talking about Facebook, Twitter, a swanky new website, blogs, and most importantly: a bake sale. Yeah, I said it.

There will be cake.

Edipus 2015

[Updated : 7/12/2013]

What: 

Edipus is a free concert featuring all-male performers who believe in taking part in the anti-oppression/anti-sexism/ant-exploitation revolution. 

Who:

Taken from the tragic Greek mythical hero, Oedipus (think: Sigmund Freud's Oedipus Complex). Well, this Edipus doesn't want to kill his father nor does he want to marry his mother. No, this Ed represents the new male and his brand new way of thinking. This Edipus wants to tear down the sexist walls of tyranny and say he's sorry to anyone it has affected. 

When:
Sometime in 2015.

Where:
Somewhere in the Bay Area.

How:
Good question. The answer is: I don't know. Unfortunately, I have no rich relatives or friends in high places who are willing to open up their wallets and let me dig in. What I do have is a strong will and when you have that, you have a way, correct? Ah, Determinism. Not an inane platitude, after all.

Help me wash cars, have bake sales, beg, plead, pray and cry. It really doesn't matter how you help me do it, as long as you help me.

So...here goes...

Be Brave. Be Edipus.