Even though the pandemic curve is starting to flatten, the new reality of life will be a heightened sensitivity to … More
Category: Society
My First Day in San Francisco
The city is great, with busy streets, places to eat; and plenty of people to watch. As a small-town boy … More
Kitchen Knife Skills
Maybe it’s because of watching Hannibal but I’m more aware of my kitchen skills and/or the need to improve them. … More
Men and Women
“A woman simply is, but a man must become. Masculinity is risky and elusive. It is achieved by a revolt … More
Studying for the Test…with an IV?
If this NYT article is correct than maybe the next generation of students in China (and hopefully India) will … More
Student Loan Debt: Time for Change
Student loan debt is at the $1 trillion dollar mark according to the NY Times and one of the long-term drags … More
Singing In the Rain
The weather is beautiful today but for some reason I am thinking about one of my favorite clips of Gene … More
Middling Thoughts About 2010
I’ve been working on a social media project with a large software company which has, ironically, kept me away from … More
Paleo Sex
Sex at Dawn: The Prehistoric Origins of Modern Sexuality is an in-depth look at human sexuality, mores, and behaviors in … More
Get Over it, Guys
Hanna Rosin’s The End of Men is a fascinating essay on the changing nature of men in American society. It … More