My friend Larry is likely to die soon
read more…: My friend Larry is likely to die soonO P I N I O N My friend Larry is likely to die soon. As director of Hope for
Point of View
Local voices chime in on a variety of topics.
The time I kicked Mike Tyson’s ass (not on a plane)
read more…: The time I kicked Mike Tyson’s ass (not on a plane)Like a prepubescent moth falling in love with an illuminated bulb, I knew—in the marrow of my bones—that I’d found my calling with my Nintendo. But it wasn’t until my parents purchased “Mike Tyson’s Punch-Out” for my 12th birthday[3] that I would actualize my role in the universe.
‘Frostbite’ turns 20 years old: Ruminating on the way it was
read more…: ‘Frostbite’ turns 20 years old: Ruminating on the way it wasIn April of 2002, Green Bean Press, a small independent publisher in New York City[1], released my first full-length book—a collection of interrelated short stories titled “Frostbite.” I can look back at “Frostbite” now, two decades later, and say, with the objectivity that age affords, that the book had no business seeing the light of day.
The Soapbox: Why we’re protesting NH Fish and Game annual ‘Discover Wild NH Day’
read more…: The Soapbox: Why we’re protesting NH Fish and Game annual ‘Discover Wild NH Day’O P I N I O N THE SOAPBOX Stand up. Speak up. It’s your turn. With the return of
The Soapbox: Education’s Sacred Trust
read more…: The Soapbox: Education’s Sacred Trust“That means that families, when they send their children to school, entrust the educators to respect the value systems that the family is building. This is the sacred trust that educators have.”
Everyone’s invited to April 22 Students 4 Sustainability Earth Day Rally in Portsmouth
read more…: Everyone’s invited to April 22 Students 4 Sustainability Earth Day Rally in PortsmouthAfter a week of Earth Awareness at the Portsmouth, Oyster River, and Dover High Schools, join us in honoring the Earth, appreciating our accomplishments, and calling for more action! We will be hearing from local students and prominent legislators on the successes and failures of our response to rising global temperatures.
Opinion: To stop the flow of fentanyl to NH we need someone to step up to run against the Democrats
read more…: Opinion: To stop the flow of fentanyl to NH we need someone to step up to run against the DemocratsThere are some people who want to stop this. I am hopeful that someone will step up and possibly run against them in November. As of yet, I haven’t heard a peep out of anyone willing to do that.
Common Ground podcast: Unruly,’ ‘Coarse,’ – Gorgeous
read more…: Common Ground podcast: Unruly,’ ‘Coarse,’ – GorgeousWhether natural or extended, Black hair represents strength, struggle, love, and perseverance.
Embrace the muck: The best time is the mud time
read more…: Embrace the muck: The best time is the mud timeShe doesn’t wait for permission to get dirty on trips such as this anymore because she understands that getting dirty is why we’re here. In my day pack, I carry a packet of wet wipes, a towel and an extra pair of socks for both of us. My wife and I have raised our daughter to accept the natural world not as a brief interlude or vacation, not as something that is special and happens occasionally, but rather as a part of everyday living. And life can be messy. Therefore, nature is messy – and never so messy than during mud season.
Dear Sharon: April showers and trusting the universe
read more…: Dear Sharon: April showers and trusting the universeIt’s said that from all things awkward or uncomfortable, messy or less than pleasant comes the fruit, the light and the wonderful.