How to mark Veteran’s Day
Don’t just thank a vet. Support veterans and their families in your community. Support services for their lifelong recovery. People who serve …
The Lorax and I speak for the trees
As the reality of the end of leaf-peeping season sets in, I speak for the trees. Somerville has been a Tree City …
Forgiveness is Not Mandatory
To those who don’t forgive easily I’m among those who don’t forgive easily. I don’t forget injustices. Sometimes, I let go of …
How to change minds on deeply-held beliefs
How can someone believe that? They must be [add your insult here.] They are not [add your insult here.] They are just …
Book Review: Sissy, A Coming-of-Gender Story, by Jacob Tobia
There is a brave new world for understanding humans. No one fits perfectly into the categories of male and female. Some of …