It's Halloween. The bathroom is hot and steamy. I light a few candles, slip out of my robe and reach for the oil. My very own blend of jasmine and sandalwood, both floral and spicy, in silky, smooth sesame oil. My hands are warm, slick, and slippery as I begin my anointing, from head to toe. I open the chakras, marmas and energy centers. The warm, fresh scent penetrates my feet, goes deeply into my toes, the elbows and armpits. I treasure the feeling and enjoy all the places that feel good to touch. I love myself. I love myself. I love the world, men too, especially men. My hands wander around my waist, curving, encircling the breasts, nipples emerge, crisp little buttons of joy. A shiver. The bath is hot and ready. I dip in enjoying the feeling of my skin. It's so nice to have a body, to be a woman, to pursue pleasure and to play. Dreaming up my outfit. It's Halloween. I'm about to see Mojo play in Fernwood.
Wrapped in a thick robe I scout my closet. A black silk g-string, trimmed with lace, a soft angora top, black, trimmed with rhinestones, more rhinestones on my throat and ears. I put on a few jewels. Knee high stiletto boots with a tight zipper, lifting me up a few inches. The long black fur coat made of rabbit fur, fully lined, the shiny satin feels cool and calming to my skin. Raunchy, loud eye makeup, the lipstick a violent shade of fresh blood. Add a dab of Shalimar.
The hat: a small antique pillbox with a dainty veil that shades the eyes, black. My skin contrasts in creamy white. The eyes clear and blue, hair short copper, henna red. There is a button on the hat, a round metal sticker that says it all:
Queen of Fucking Everything.
Isn't that what queens are meant to do? I make the short drive to Fernwood. The party is in full swing and the band is jamming. John plays the guitar wearing long, red fishnet stockings and horns. He's the devil with a blue sequin dress on. Carl is playing the classical bass. Pete is banging the drums. I stand by the pillar with my wine glass. Slowly savoring each juicy sip.
Suddenly there is Jack, out of nowhere, next to me.