After David Bowie's death, notes on how the American South and his legacy remain at odds.
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Cheering
A big brother's wedding announcement brings reflections on the meaning of the word expedite.
M for me
When a one-time gum chewer meets a relentless selfie taker, something has to give.
DOB
When you're feeling your age, don't take it out on your passport. Or else.
Día de Reyes, II
"Clueless observation" awaits those who ignore context, with Cuba a perfect example.
Ways of sharing
Conversation is vital to social bonding, but it's not a statistical recipe for maturity.
Reaping
There are weeks in which mortality can actually feel good about itself.
Fighting fire with fire
Ending self-harm is feasible if quantities of human soothing are allowed to intervene.
Sunovrat
In my dream, the girl came from a city along the sea. Perhaps the Adriatic.
Bowie
In a chatty time, not sharing what's about to kill you can unsettle the masses.
Fear’s door
Choosing medicine means coming to terms with irrational worries, and facing the threat of risk.
Bombardiers
The race for the Republican presidential nomination is further scarring American politics.