Living in New York City I’ve had the pain in the ass distinct honor of moving quite a few of my friends over the last few years. Upper East Side, West Village, Alphabet City, Astoria, Park Slope… There isn’t a neighborhood I haven’t double parked a U-Haul in. And out of all my hours spent box-toting, van packing, and Ikea-building you know what I’ve come to realize? Dykes just do it better.

Proven fact. Lesbians like to be efficient and resourceful. Doesn’t matter if you’re a pillow princess or power dyke, we all are simply movers and fixers by nature.

Don’t believe me? Here are some every day examples…

1. Can’t swing the rent in that amazing co-op that’s pet friendly and only a block away from the farmer’s market? No worries. Convince your sweetheart of two weeks that u-hauling is the perfect idea and the best way to further your relationship.
2. More people than beds? Not a problem. We can always find an extra couch, futon, spare tent or person to crash on.
3. No money for movers? Simple. Grab a few softball-playing, SUV-driving dykes, offer them some free booze and pizza and you’re all set.
4. Knocked the side mirror off of your beloved Wrangler? Never fear. Just raid the nearest dyke’s messenger bag… cause 9 times out of 10 there will be a roll of duct tape in there.
5. Can’t stop texting the ex? Piece of cake. Flag down a member of your entourage and shout “LTS!” She’ll know exactly what to do.

Long story short, when life’s everyday problems arise, whether it is our own or those of we care about, we’re going to attempt to fix it. Even if the problem isn’t exactly fixable. And if we can’t… then at least we’ll always be there with a six-pack and a hug