Private's Tales

Lady RoRo Debut

2010-10-25T20:20:00.000-07:00

Lady RoRo!

2010-10-25T20:16:00.000-07:00

It has been a while, hasn't it? I'm a busy girly!

Private Tails has recently released "Lady RoRo." She is the crazier, more GUTSY and creative of the two.

Lady RoRo has recently posted to YouTube her premiere. It's great--especially when you see a lack of planning in action---apparently---bubbles are SLIPPERY!

Are you coming to Apex to see Lady RoRo and the Bad PT?

Their debut is Friday October 29, 2010 at ApexDC!

See you there?

*~PT~*

Here's the video link from Oct 1, 2010!

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JLYbTFl95zU

Tonight!

2010-04-17T15:22:00.001-07:00

Tonight? DE LA SWAN (8452B Ardwick-Ardmore Rd Landover, MD). It's gonna be a fantastic time. My boo is coming and our friend. I think it'll be great, as long as my loyal fans arrive!

I am raising funds so I can go to Nationals in Norfolk this August.

Will you be there?

*~Keep Twirling~*
PT

Vixen Variety Show!

2010-03-05T09:18:00.000-08:00

Following Day 1-- I have $60 toward Nicole Puzan's fund. Tonight, is Apex. Larger venue, more people willing to tip. WOO!!!

It's coming, Nicole. It's coming for YOU.

*Keep Twirling*
PT

Electronic Saviors DC CD Release Party to Cure Cancer

2010-02-28T22:27:00.000-08:00

Today, I sat at a booth with an old friend for a cause unbelievable to me. Erika and I were manning a table selling shwag because our friend Nicole Puzan was diagnosed with stage iiic Ovarian Cancer in mid-January. Who is Nicole Puzan? Well she is a 26 year old glass and textile artist who has never had a cigarette or a cocktail in her life. Nicole Puzan has always been incredibly sweet to everyone she met, and now currently is undergoing several surgeries and chemotherapy sessions that will potentially save her life. What can you do? Come to any of Private Tails' shows in March, March 4 at the Palace of Wonders, March 5 at Apex, March 7 at Town, March 14 at Phase 1, March 17 at Phase 1, March 20 at the Mautner Gala and March 29 at Omega--It's March Madness! Why March? Her birthday is March 13.

Let's get together and raise $5000 in the month of March.

Lastly, there's an art auction on Ebay called Art on a Wire. Please bid on the pieces there, as the proceeds go to Nicole's Bills. And- the profits from the "Fuck Cancer" line by Lara Watson (237inc.etsy.com) will ALSO go to Nicole. Please help, it could save her life.

Until Next Time
*Keep Twirling*
PT

Express Night Out | Top Stops | Here She Is: Miss Phase 1 Pageant

2010-02-25T12:40:00.001-08:00

Express Night Out | Top Stops | Here She Is: Miss Phase 1 Pageant

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Freddie's Beach Bar Drag Bingo

2010-02-03T18:16:00.001-08:00

This is the only way for a Nubian Queen to spend her Wednesday! With her Drag Mother, Miss Ophelia Bottoms. She and Regina Jozet Adams host Beach Blanket Bingo every Wednesday at Freddie's Beach Bar in Crystal City, VA. She is looking uber-fierce with her blazer and suit pants and silver heeled platform pumps. Regina is wearing the wedding top of a mother of the bride... ay. Surprisingly, she looks fierce!

I am spending my evening here solo, yet it's a good way to spend $20. I get to play bingo and drink beer. Love it.

The bad thing is, they don't want everyone else to feel bad so they don't let me win. But it is fun coming close. I hope they slip up on of these days... Private Tails already has a crown, but she's looking for another prize.

This weekend is Gloss at Apex and a show at De La Swan (I think) with Miss Lenore. I hope everything works out. It's one my my favorite things.... performing, that it.

Next weekend is equally as booked. I am hosting a Belly Dance Extravaganza at Phase 1, then Sunday, is the Anti-Valentine's Show also at Phase 1! I LOVE it. LOVE LOVE LOVE LOVE LOVE it.

I hope all of my readers can make it to at least 2 of these engagements. They are going to be out of control!

Following that is the February 17th Burlesque show (every 3rd Wednesday) then the February 27th 40th ANNIVERSARY OF PHASE 1! I will be putting together a small group number, as the stage is not conducive to large groups, but AMAZING for small ones. I adore this space. I adore this place. Phase 1 was made for me, I think. Also, I'm running for Miss Phase 1! I am gonna need votes, so....

I Hope to see you there!

*Keep Twirling*
*~Ashliana~*

Stop Being an Evil Dictator.

2010-01-28T20:50:00.000-08:00

I was calmly telling her that you need to walk the dogs LONGER than 3 minutes for them to pee and poop. An average potty walk? 6-10 mins. I can get both pups to do both in that amount of time.

This is following a wrestling match, booze, pizza and rock band to celebrate our 1 year anniversary.

So... I end this night with Ben & Jerry's Turtle Soup, a blog, and a tear.

*Keep Twirling*
*~PT~*

A slightly creepy evening

2010-01-25T14:34:00.000-08:00

I went out with my special someone to dinner, drinks and then a movie. It was a spectacular night until she takes ill. She agrees to walk the pups in the morning, if I walk them at night. I agree. On my walk to let the pups do their thing and get the mail, I notice a surprising change. It was 49 degrees when we went into the theatre. It was 57 when we came out. Weird.

Then as I'm walking the dogs, the wind is howling like a werewolf (scaring the crap outta me, mind you). I swore a tropical storm was coming. I just knew that something was coming. When I got up to take the dogs out (yeah... I know... a pushover), it was, like, a freak storm! Warm outside with sleet?

Meh...

Just my little freaky night. Thought I'd share.

*~Keep Twirling~*

PT

It's been awhile, hasn't it?

2010-01-24T13:44:00.000-08:00

Well, what is going on with Private Tails in 2010?

She has upped her game. Repeating numbers is happening less and less! WOO! I have a video resume that includes classical burlesque styles and modern/neo burlesque styles, hosting, props, costuming and a variety of locations.

What else? I have taking to hosting other styles of performances, and I may be starting my own show! It won't be burlesque, but bio-queening belly dance, and drag kinging, as the venue is very specific and doesn't want to be closed due to the risque nature of burlesque. Mind you, there's a pastie bar down the street. Just saying.

As far as everything else, in 2009 I have gained 30 pounds. I hope to leave them in 2009 as well. In 2010, I want to reverse all of the bad habits I picked up and maintain the healthy ones I started. Any support from my friends (and fans) would be wonderful. Hey, don't get me wrong--anorexia/bulimia will NEVER happen--I love food too much. But any support as in walking or gym buddies are greatly appreciated.

Plus, my new job will help keep me off my lazy butt.

Help? suggestions?

*Keep Twirling*
PT

Two pageants and Two Tiaras later...

2009-10-21T17:47:00.000-07:00

I have learned:

That a queen needs to be strong in the face of any and all adversity.

That a queen has to make tough decisions that benefit the greater good.

That a queen must be honest a tell the truth, contrary to her own personal benefit.

That a queen shall remain poised, even when thinking about her own sister's murder.

That a queen will not bow down to another power to show her people know they can trust her.

That a queen shall allow for other's opinions, even though they are not her own.

That a queen must keep her eyes on the prize if she wants to remain queen.

That a queen has to smile even when she wants to cry and scream.

That a queen CAN be a queen without a king.

Show time, anyone?

2009-09-09T17:37:00.000-07:00

ecent budget cuts put one of our greatest queer resources at risk. Help the DC Gurly Show help Transgender Health Empowerment. Half of your $10 cover goes directly to the agency.

Featuring the talents of:

Sindalicious
Jasper Hyjinx
Private Tails
Coco Monroe
Zoe Tahari
and more!!

Where: Phase One - 525 8th St SE WDC
When: Wednesday, September 16th, 2009
Cover: $10
Doors at 9 PM, showtime at 10:30 PM.
Questions? Contact Private Tails: ashliana@privatetails.com

Still no information

2009-08-21T09:38:00.000-07:00

I sit here at work, worrying about who is in which publication, and you know what I HAVEN'T found? Any information on the deadbeat who left my sister dead in his house. Why hasn't anyone stepped forward?

I'm not a bad person, and I don't deserve this. I work TOO hard to be treated like garbage--as she was treated. You leave garbage. YOU DON'T LEAVE A HUMAN.

Gracious me!

Look, I'm running for Miss Black America, and you know what? My platform has changed. I love having children in the arts and in the music programs, but you know what? I don't want anyone else to feel this way.

I will attack Drugs.

My sister of 25 years is dead.

2009-08-11T09:29:00.000-07:00

I apologize, all, for my lack of updating, I've never been a very good blogger. But I have something that needs to be said. My sister, Andrea Lanai Rowe was found dead last Thursday at 301 S Central Ave in Flagler Beach, FL in a condo belonging to Bryant E Byrd, Jr. And you know what? That coward ran.

Coward.

What kind of 45 year old man WHO IS INNOCENT runs? No...

Guilty. He must be RESPONSIBLE for her death. He must have murdered her. If you've got no reason to run, why would you run? Why wouldn't you tell the police that there was a dead girl in your house?

I have a theory...

basically, it starts with "I screwed/raped her" and ends with "I killed her." Now there's no proof of physical violence. Just a girl who was dead for about a week before she was discovered.

Send any and ALL information to infoonandrea@gmail.com Thank you for listening.

Now, employed... is this for me?

2009-07-27T06:27:00.000-07:00

Here I am, an admin for a boutique. I'm not miserable in the least, just not a morning person.

Yet, EVERY DAY, I'm here FIRST. No Later than 10 minutes before ANYONE else shows up! Crazy, huh? It's because over the years, I've come to learn about myself. NO SNOOZING or I won't make it!

I get up extra early, fold laundry, do dishes, pick up the house, etc. Make coffee and lunch for the day, bond with my new puppy, and just take my time getting ready.

Do you agree with this method? I don't care... honestly.

It's keeping me on time (early) for work, employed and paid.

Last week? 4 performances. I was SO exhausted that I SLEPT all weekend. It was good for me.

Well, anyway... wasted too much time.

*Keep Twirling!*

PT

Economic Job Search

2009-07-09T19:29:00.000-07:00

I have recently (today!) interviewed for a position that I'm PRETTY sure I've secured. I have also started Tweeting. I know, I said I'd never sell out, but... guess what?! I did. It actually is included in my job! Do you KNOW what that means? I will FINALLY get myself out of debt! My girlfriend is buying me a puppy! And... yeah that's it, but REALLY? A job for Miss Tails? I do declare... beautiful.

BEAUTIFUL.

Now what? I'm not sure. It's a new beginning that I am looking forward to. My life as a Career Admin BEGINS...

Don't fret, though! I will still be performing. I have many shows this month and I'm pre-booking next month! Come check it out on my website!

Until next time...

*Keep Twirling!*

The Tooth & the Puppy Hunt

2009-06-21T01:48:00.000-07:00

Tiger AKA The Tooth is a 2 year old dachshund who is a bit funny looking yet cute as hell.

Tiger is undergoing potty training.. in a sense we're moving him from puppy pads to using the tree out front. Now, that seems easy enough, EXCEPT, now I have to walk him 5 times a day. 20 mins each. It's VERY irritating, but good for him.

What else would be good for him? Companionship. We're looking for a puppy. A female who can deal well in an apartment with 2-5 walks/day.

Hopefully, we'll be getting Poppy in about 7 hours. We'll rename him, but he seems perfect for Tiger. And me...

Does anyone know of any local breeders of small dogs?

Let me know!

Until Then...

*Keep Those Tassles Twirling!!*

Happy Pride!

2009-06-15T19:12:00.000-07:00

Capital Pride took me on June 11, June 13, and June 14. Two performances at the Palace of Wonders on the 11th, Friday off. Saturday morning, Talent Auditions for Miss Black America in the morning, and the Parade that evening followed by drinks. THEN brunch to start out Sunday morning, followed by the Festival, where I performed twice, drinks after that, than a show that night at Phase 1.

I decided, that night, that I was going to get Tanked. And I proceeded to. My sister, my Burlesque daughter and I took shots till we ran outta cash. It was fantastic.

I spent 3 days coming down. Thursday I got my driver's license (again, but finally! It's been 5 years!) I'm legal again!

omg...

I gotta tell ya... my *girls* are exhausted... they need some TLC something FIERCE!

Until next time...

*Keep those tassles twirling!!*

Fly United if you want something free--

2009-06-12T00:27:00.000-07:00

United Airlines.

They have one thing in common with EVERY trip I take--They overbook and screw someone over.

I went to California with a special someone in April and on the way back, we ended up trading in our tickets for a later flight (receiving a hotel stay and a future free flight). THEN I got STUCK in the Winnipeg Airport with about 12 LUNIE dollars (no idea how to properly use or even spell that--i.e. Canadian Coin Cash). My flight was supposed to leave at 955am. SO I get to the airport at 800am. Nice and early, because I have to go through customs, etc.

I am the 3rd person through customs that morning, I am ready to go!

THEN 830 comes and goes... 900 the same, 930... (still no announcement about the plane loading), 945... still nada, then 957, 1003... BY 1015, the lady decides to tell us that the flight was cancelled due to electrical damage and we'd all be rerouted to arrive at our destinations a little later. All we had to do was wait to be called. SO! I do just that. Sit and wait.

By 1130, I realize I am the only fool who didn't bother her! So I get in line and find out she's put me on the LAST flight of the day. Leaving at 538pm. Oh HELL No.

I basically just break down and cry.. (I'm sensitive!). I have a video of me as the only one in the Airport. I'm LIVID and hysterical. Out of this, I ended up getting home at midnight, versus 3pm, and with $100 off my next United flight.

I'm thinking after my free flights, I'll switch to Delta or American...

Until Next Time...

*Keep those tassles twirling!!*

Ass-in-a-Bun Park

2009-06-07T21:18:00.000-07:00

I couldn't believe it. There Actually was a place in Winnipeg called Ass-in-a-bun park. Well.. Assiniboine, but STILL! I met the most amazing people there and couldn't believe that I'd spent my whole life without knowing of this place or these people!

I don't know what it was about them, their generosity, hospitality, or ability to drink longer and a lot more than us without getting even a little bit sick, or if it was just me being in a new place FULL of like-minded and open-minded people. I think I need to return there, with some important people who need to meet a group of friends and performers who work TOGETHER to raise funds to support their youth.

Maybe that's the largest difference between the US and Canada... Or just Winnipeg... I dunno, but I may be in Montral for the Burlesque Festival *if I can get my submission in ON-TIME* and if I can get some support from sponsors **wink wink-nudge nudge** and we'll see if I can scrape up the funds to go. I am enjoying every minute of this ride and hope it's not ready to end.

Until next time--

**Keep your tassles twirling!**

Cheers from Winnipeg!

2009-05-28T12:33:00.000-07:00

This place is beautiful. It's rather serene, with amazing people who are chill and friendly and are very open minded. I'm staying with Rune, from IDKE X, and he's got hospitality to die for.

Today, we ate at the Black Sheep. It's an alternative cafe with fresh foods and happy service. I had a turkey burger with Bothwell cheese with a side salad, consisting of mixed greens and a garlic-type dressing covered in pecans! DELISH!

Now, I'm hanging out with Dione, who is a darling girl who reminds me of Anthem! very natural African hair, and piercings and body art. It's fantastic. Last night, I Skyped my girl with a new friend Laura and her lady Stephanie. It was an awesome night, but I was a bit intoxicated by the end.

I'm looking forward to everything else that is available to do here.

Everyone needs to get their butts to Winnipeg for a visit. Or hey.. move here. The money is funny looking, but it's still great. A Tunie and a Lunie? That's a $2 coin and a $1 coin. Crazy...

Till next time... I'm preparing for the show on Saturday... too excited for words!

Discovering the capital "M"

2009-05-26T06:12:00.000-07:00

So... for four years now, I've been an adult entertainer. My family has been extremely supportive during this transition from "me" to "Me." I have finally figured out what made me special. It's the ability to connect with my audience. The ability to make them feel good, even if only for 5 minutes. Letting them know that I am not perfect, I don't come from wealth, I haven't had an easy life, but it doesn't change who I am now. Allowing no one to take advantage of me and realizing that I am worth it, dammit!

I have this gift. People either love me for me or what I do or hate me for the same reasons. How is it possible for someone to be so rude? I really haven't done a thing, except to love and care about people who do not offer me the same courtesy.

I'm heading to Winnipeg tomorrow to jump start my international career. I think I have what it takes to make it. I already have an entourage! A security guard, a make up artist, a hair stylist, a photographer, and a mascot! I'm slightly overwhelmed by it all. But Miss Exotic World (MEW)... I'm coming for ya. ;-) As well as the New York and New Orleans Burlesque Festivals. I'm registering now for the festivals and next year, I will make it to MEW.

I think that's a nice goal.

My classes start in July, and I will be READY!

I'm ridiculous... hahaha.